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Category: Senate
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Michigan Looks Left
The New York Times – On the Runway: -
Sanctions Bill Would Give Trump Sweeping New Tariff Powers
The New York Times – Business:A bipartisan bill in the Senate would allow President Trump to impose tariffs on the biggest importers of Russian energy.
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Tillis Prepared to Advance Fed Nominee after Justice Dropped Probe
The New York Times – Business:Senator Thom Tillis said he had received assurances from federal prosecutors that eased his concerns, setting the stage for a key committee vote on Kevin Warsh.
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Bessent Backs Financial Support for Oil-Rich U.A.E.
The New York Times – Business:The Treasury secretary said that currency swap line would benefit both the United Arab Emirates and the United States.
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Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Pick to Lead Fed, Faces Senate at Tricky Moment
The New York Times – Business:Kevin M. Warsh has enough support to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve, but a criminal investigation into the central bank stands in his way.
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Are Democrats Becoming a Party of Tax Cuts?
The New York Times – Business:As Democrats try to find a way back to power in Washington, some see tax cuts as a quick and easy way to address affordability. The wonks are freaking out.
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Prosecutors Make Surprise Visit to Fed as Pirro Defends Investigation
The New York Times – Business:The Justice Department’s criminal inquiry into the Federal Reserve threatens to delay the confirmation of the next chair.
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Trump Faces a Tough Fight With His New Budget
The New York Times – Business:Last year, the president proposed many steep spending cuts that Congress never granted. This time, he may face an even tougher sell.
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Senate Resoundingly Passes Housing Bill, but Challenges Lie Ahead
The New York Times – Business:The lopsided vote to approve the measure was a rare bit of election-year bipartisanship on a major affordability issue, but G.O.P. disputes and President Trump’s disinterest have left its fate uncertain.
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Senate Moves Toward Passing Sweeping Housing Bill, but Challenges Lie Ahead
The New York Times – Business:The legislation’s progress is all the more surprising because it addresses an issue that is shaping up to be the main battleground of the midterm elections: affordability. The effort could still stall.
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Trump Sought Vast Budget Cuts. Congress Granted Few.
The New York Times – Business:In a series of deals over the past three months, lawmakers rejected some of the president’s most aggressive attempts to whittle down the government.