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Justice Watchdog Adds FBI Surveillance Issues to an Already Full Plate

The IG’s acceptance of the request from Republican lawmakers troubles some Democrats.

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Play of the Day: New Ways to Fund the Border Wall

Trump wants the Pentagon to fund it, but some around him have other ideas.

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After Hurricane Maria, Suicide Rates Rose By Almost a Third In Puerto Rico

Hurricane Maria plunged the island into a darkness that many islanders have yet to emerge from, both literally and metaphorically.

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Miscommunication, Not Dishonesty, Marked FBI Handling of San Bernardino Shooter’s iPhone

The bureau’s watchdog found that then-Director James Comey did not make inaccurate statements at the time.

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A Return To Earmarks Could Grease The Wheels In Congress

Pork-barrel spending – that often reviled custom otherwise known as 'earmarks' – may well help Congress pass bills on schedule. Banned since 2011, they may be making a comeback.

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A Domestic Budget to Make Barack Obama Proud

The Republican Congress didn’t just ignore Trump’s proposals: The $1.3 trillion spending bill actually fulfilled—or even exceeded—many of the funding requests of his Democratic predecessor.

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Congress Ignores Trump's Priorities for Science Funding

Nearly every science agency stands to get more money under a spending bill that avoids proposed cuts from the White House.

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See How Much Your Agency's Spending Would Increase Under the 2018 Omnibus

Almost every agency would see a boost under the deal reached by lawmakers on Wednesday evening.

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Play of the Day: Trump's Staff Gives Him Notes in His Native Tongue

According to leaks coming out of the White House, the president's staff write him notes in all caps.

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House Democrat Says Trump Is Planning a 'Coup' at Broadcasting Board

Engel warns CEO Lansing of whistleblower allegations of propaganda scheme.

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American Support For Authoritarian Rule Has Dropped For The First Time In 23 Years

Call it the Trump effect.

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Mnuchin’s Pricey Government Travel Breaks From Coach-Flying Predecessor

Former Treasury secretary flew coach domestically, and spent just $8,000 on premium travel over four years.