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Category: Republican Party
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Mel Sembler, Developer and G.O.P. Fund-Raiser, Is Dead at 93
He received ambassadorships after filling campaign coffers that led to two Bush presidencies. He later came around to backing Donald Trump.
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McCarthy’s Ouster Adds to Market Jitters
Stocks and bonds have tumbled worldwide, with the 30-year Treasury bill hitting a 16-year high. Investors are worried about the economy’s health.
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A Plot to Oust the House Speaker Hits Weary Investors
Matt Gaetz’s move to unseat Kevin McCarthy is adding volatility to equity and bond markets.
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A Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Air Travel, Officials Warn
If the government shuts down, air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration officers will continue to work, but they will not be paid until the shutdown is over.
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A Government Shutdown Looms. What Services and Benefits Could Be Affected?
Many federal agencies have plans in place to weather a shutdown, but a disruption would still affect critical government services.
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Republican Fashion Watch: The Hottest Trend for 2024 Candidates
Ron DeSantis wears a “Ron DeSantis” shirt. Tim Scott sports a “Tim Scott” hat. Self-branding is all the rage for presidential candidates. To find out why, we asked Vanessa Friedman.
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Lawmakers Give New Senate Dress Code a Dressing Down
Some senators worry that more casual dress might breed disrespect for Congress. Others argue that the harshest critics have already debased the institution, even in business attire.
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Biden Accuses Republicans of Undercutting Working-Class Americans
President Biden trained his criticism on House Republicans who are threatening to shut down the federal government if their budget cuts are not enacted.
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Senate Committee Backs Bill to Deepen U.S. Economic Ties With Taiwan
Legislation to end double taxation between Taiwan and the United States is intended to spur semiconductor investment but is likely to rankle U.S. relations with China.
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I.R.S. Deploys Artificial Intelligence to Target Rich Partnerships
The tax agency is opening examinations into large hedge funds, private equity groups, real estate investors and law firms.