Nothing like it since Teddy Roosevelt, the president said. On Tuesday, President Trump signed legislation that devotes nearly $3 billion each year to conservation projects, outdoor recreation, and…
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COVID Relief Bill Talks Resume on Capitol Hill
Negotiations on unemployment aid pose a challenge. Talks resumed Tuesday behind closed doors over the next tranche of coronavirus aid. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, Senate Minority…
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Dr. Fauci Speaks Before Congress
Expresses hope for vaccine soon. Late last week, Dr. Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, spoke before a House Panel dedicated to reviewing…
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House of Representatives Cancels August Recess
Will remain in session until a coronavirus relief bill is passed. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer announced Friday that the House is canceling its traditional August recess, as…
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Congress Continues Negotiations for Stimulus
No deal as benefits are due to expire. As the week continued forward into Friday morning, Congress had not yet agreed on the next phase of COVID-19 relief.…
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Congressman Lewis Lies in State at Capitol
Hailed as “Conscience” of the Congress by Speaker Pelosi. The flag-draped coffin bearing the body of longtime Representative John Lewis will lie in state at the Capitol Rotunda…
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Top Congressmen Meet With President to Discuss COVID-19 Aid
President calls for help for children, jobs, and vaccines. On Monday, top Congressional Republicans met with President Trump in the White House to discuss what steps ought to…
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Congress Considers Second Stimulus for Some
Amount of checks and who will get them is subject of discussion. White House officials and President Trump have signaled support for another cash payment to Americans. What…
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President Considering More Executive Actions
They would address China, manufacturing, and immigration. According to Mark Meadows, the chief of staff for President Trump, the president is considering several executive orders, although few details…
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President Signs Bill Removing Salary Caps for Directors
New law waives salary limitations for those Veterans Affairs directors since 2010. On Thursday, President Trump signed bill S.3084 into law. It was introduced to the Senate in…
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