The Big Names Angling for Roles in Trump’s Cabinet
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The Big Names Angling for Roles in Trump’s Cabinet

Lobbyists are trying to connect executives with the Trump transition team, and some familiar names are in the mix for top jobs.
Capital One Discover Deal: What to Know
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Capital One Discover Deal: What to Know

Before two of the largest credit card companies in the United States can complete a $35 billion deal, they’ll face an uphill battle with regulators.
How Washington May Approach the Capital One-Discover Deal
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How Washington May Approach the Capital One-Discover Deal

Regulators have been tough on big financial mergers, though there are nuances in Capital One’s $35.3 billion takeover bid for Discover.