An agreement with Senator Joe Manchin III of West Virginia salvaged a key piece of President Biden’s agenda. But Democrats still have a few crucial steps to take before it becomes law.
Tag: Federal Budget (US)
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Democrats Propose Raising Taxes on Some High Earners to Bolster Medicare
The draft plan, which is expected to be unveiled in the coming days, is part of talks over how to salvage pieces of President Biden’s domestic agenda.
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Democrats Offer Plan to Cut Drug Costs, Seeking Climate and Tax Deal
The drug-pricing plan was negotiated with Senator Joe Manchin III of West Virginia, but Democrats remain short of agreement on what else would be included in any domestic policy package.
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It’s Not Easy Being President
But we do have a few suggestions.
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Biden’s Curious Talking Point: Lower Deficits Offer Inflation Relief
The administration says federal spending trends are helping rein in price increases, but the economic calculus may be more complicated.