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Congress mulls continuing resolution to keep government open

Lawmakers are looking at a short-term continuing resolution to buy time to pass spending bills.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 years ago

US House to vote on low-yield nukes and transgender troops this week

The Trump administration’s limits on transgender service members and new low-yield nuclear weapons are up for debate this week over 2020 spending legislation.

4 years ago

Trump tweets throw new doubts into defense appropriations deal

The president on Thursday labeled a congressional deal on military spending as ridiculous.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

As deadline nears, Senate approves $674 billion defense budget bill

To avoid a government shutdown at the end of the month, House lawmakers must pass the spending measure next week.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

5 years ago

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