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Washington—Earlier this week, the U.S. House passed legislation with 230 votes to extend federal funding of discretionary programs through February 16, 2018. Less than...
Background In January, the House Rules Committee will hold a hearing on “congressionally directed spending,” which is an inside Washington euphemism for a congressional...
Background Every child deserves the chance for a good, individualized education that can prepare him or her for a job and a bright future...
Washington—According to reports, President Donald Trump suggested Congress should at least consider bringing back earmarks to help pass a massive infrastructure package later this...
Washington—This week, President Trump shockingly re-nominated a leading LGBT activist to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The EEOC is responsible for federal...
Washington—This morning, the Senate passed its version of a sweeping overhaul of our nation’s tax code, moving America one step closer to achieving major...