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1 week ago | 
news.bgov.com | Courtney Rozen |Jonathan Tamari |Katherine Rizzo |Giuseppe Macri
El Salvador-BoundJonathan Tamari reports that a Democratic senator is headed to El Salvador today to fight on behalf of accidentally deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) drew a standing ovation from a Democratic-friendly crowd when he announced his travel plan at a town hall.
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1 month ago | 
news.bgov.com | Katherine Rizzo |Giuseppe Macri
Worker-Chopping Deadline DayToday’s the deadline for federal agencies to submit plans for large-scale layoffs and budget cuts. Those lists will bring more clearly into focus how the downsizing that’s become one of Donald Trump’s presidential centerpieces could impact government services, the health of local communities, and the broader US economy.
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Jan 13, 2025 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Jeannie Baumann
One of Donald Trump’s first decisions will test his loyalty to voters and Republicans, as well as his populist credentials. But first, you should know:Trump and Republican lawmakers had “positive” SALT cap talks over the weekend—but no commitments came from the Mar-a-Lago meeting. Ratcheting up defense spending is key for Armed Services Committee leaders, one of them told BGOV. JD Vance said those who behaved violently during the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection should “obviously” not receive pardons.
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Jan 10, 2025 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Jeannie Baumann
President-elect Donald Trump will face sentencing in his hush money criminal case this morning, after a divided Supreme Court cleared the way for it. But first, you should know:A scuttled package of health care legislation could see new life in the House. Crypto CEOs want a seat at Trump’s table, and they’re putting in the facetime and tokens to get it.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Jeannie Baumann
Republicans’ first move to overhaul immigration policy would give states a big boost to challenge the federal government. But first, you should know:Donald Trump and Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke one day before the president-elect’s hush money filing to the high court. A tentative deal will avert a potential strike at major East and West Coast ports next week. Biden’s health-care civil rights head is voicing concerns about health policies in the culture war crosshairs.
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Jan 8, 2025 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Jeannie Baumann
Donald Trump will meet with Republicans in high-tax states to try and win their support for a tax package. But first, you should know:One such GOPer is re-introducing his bill to raise that SALT cap. We rounded up the list of House Republicans most likely to make life difficult for their speaker. Trump’s cabinet picks will begin testifying before the Senate next week and some of them still need to shore up support.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Jeannie Baumann
Donald Trump’s wavering over a budget legislation strategy is leaving Republican lawmakers unsettled over how to proceed. But first you should know:Trump is keeping the global economy on its toes over tariffs. We highlighted the key players to watch in Congress’ 2025 tax talks. Trump’s dealmaking skills will be put to the test with nearly 200major union contracts expiring in 2025.
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Dec 11, 2024 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri
It’s a man’s world atop committees in the House next year. But first, you should know:Senate GOP momentum is building for delaying a tax bill — but House Republicans aren’t on board yet. Donald Trump is promoting one of the FTC’s Republican commissioners to replace Lina Khan. Biden plans to kill Nippon Steel’s bid to buy US Steel, citing national security grounds.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri |Katrice Eborn
A handful of senators with independent streaks could stand between Donald Trump and his Cabinet picks. But first, you should know:Trump’s biggest hurdle to his Pentagon chief pick is sounding more open to the choice. The growing number of lobbyists joining the Trump administration could signal a shift in approach to the sector. A House AI task force is preparing to release a policy report with detailed recommendations for Congress.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
news.bgov.com | Giuseppe Macri
The senator that could sail or sink Donald Trump’s pick to run the Pentagon is giving him another shot. But first, you should know:Lawmakers released the annual defense policy bill that’s expected to get a House vote this week. Trump’s crypto-AI czar is more of a regulation fighter than a big industry player. Apprentice-style firings by Trump could mean big consequences for the administrative state. Ernst to Meet Hegseth with Trump InsistentRepublican Sen.
