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Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction to Continue for Now
Trump is set to honor them next week at the Johnson Space Center, said White House spokesperson Liz Huston.
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Lawmakers reach a last-minute deal to avert a funding lapse
The agreement funds the government through the end of the fiscal year.
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The central bank’s independence becomes a campaign flashpoint
Candidates on both sides have begun weighing in on monetary policy directly.
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A new trade agreement clears its first legislative hurdle
The deal now moves to committee, where opposition is expected to be strongest.
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Redistricting fight heads to the courts in three states
Maps drawn earlier this year face challenges over compliance with federal law.
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Cabinet reshuffle signals a shift in economic policy
The appointments suggest a more cautious approach to fiscal spending ahead.
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Turnout data reshapes the calculus for next year’s primaries
Early figures point to a younger electorate than in the previous cycle.
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A landmark climate bill advances out of committee
The legislation now heads to a floor vote expected within weeks.
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How the new campaign-finance disclosure rules will work, explained
A guide to what changes for candidates and donors starting next cycle.
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Local elections test the strength of both parties’ coalitions
Results in several closely watched races offered mixed signals nationally.
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Diplomats resume talks after a six-month freeze
Both sides described the opening session as businesslike rather than warm.
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