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House Panel Passes Hiring Reform, Harassment Protections for Federal Interns
Approved bills also include update to presidential transition process and anti-fraud measure.
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Looking Ahead to Her Benghazi Testimony, Hillary Clinton and Allies Revel in House GOP's Jumble
The presidential candidate and her campaign team have kept the pressure on Kevin McCarthy over his comments about the House Benghazi Committee. They’re not letting up now.
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As the Speaker Election Drama Continues, The US is Nearing a Debt Default
Prepare for the possibility of dangerous brinksmanship.
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Play of the Day: The House Speaker Race Is Very Confusing
The House GOP is in disarray after Kevin McCarthy withdrew his name from consideration.
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How Agriculture Controls Government Nutrition Guidelines
Meat producers showed dominance over scientists this week, preventing discussion of sustainability.
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White House on McCarthy: 'Rupture in the Republican Party'
“Republicans need to learn that doing their job doesn’t mean catering to the extreme-right wing,” press secretary Josh Earnest said Thursday.
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Kevin McCarthy Suddenly Drops His Bid for Speaker of the House
The House majority leader’s decision has stunned the House, and shaken up the race.
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Does Hillary Clinton Have a Problem With Male Voters?
Clinton is performing as poorly with men as Republicans do with Hispanics. She won’t win a general election unless she can close the gender gap.
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Play of the Day: Ben Carson Wants to Arm Kindergarten Teachers
The 2016 candidate is under fire for comments made in the wake of the Oregon shooting.
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Dems Want Budget Deal Lifting the Sequester Before Boehner Leaves
At rally, lawmakers say increased funding can’t just be for Defense spending.
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Regulatory Overhaul Bills Clear Senate Homeland Security Panel
Mostly bipartisan senators disagree on a bill to create a BRAC-like rules review commission.
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Spending Turnaround at USDA Is Good News for Rural Families
Program chief makes sure no housing funds are left on the table.
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Is a Shutdown Possible if the House Can't Elect a New Speaker?
If conservatives deny Kevin McCarthy the 218 votes he needs to win, just about anything’s possible.
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Senators Look to Change Federal Rules for Electronic Health Records
The measure aims to fix the system’s problems—but also make them more transparent.
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Play of the Day: Are Voters Souring on Donald Trump?
Late-night hosts look at the slumping GOP frontrunner.
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Co-Sponsors: Cybersecurity Bill to Resurface After Next Week’s Recess
A stalled information-sharing bill is expected to get a vote soon, despite opposition from some in the tech and civil-rights communities.
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Drone Firm Faces $1.9 FAA Million Fine for Unsanctioned Flights
The agency has proposed its largest ever fine of a company for unauthorized drone flights.
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New Clinton TV Ad Highlights on McCarthy’s Benghazi Gaffe
Democrats hope to capitalize on a top Republican’s comment linking the House Benghazi panel to Clinton’s poll numbers.
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EU Court Ruling: NSA Spying Violates Privacy Rights of Millions
By throwing out a key international agreement, the ruling delivers a blow to global tech companies.
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