An emboldened conservative flank and concessions made to win votes could lead to a protracted standoff on critical fiscal issues, risking economic pain.
Tag: Law and Legislation
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I Am the Last Barrier Between My Sister and New York City
My sister lost her job, her home, her life as she’d known it. And it could have been even worse.
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Lacking a Speaker, House Ceases to Function
Lawmakers in the House have yet to be sworn in. They can’t help constituents or get classified briefings, much less hold hearings or pass laws. And at some point, they may have trouble getting paid.
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Why Are Energy Prices So High? Some Experts Blame Deregulation.
California and the 34 other states that have deregulated all or parts of their electricity system tend to have higher rates than the rest of the country.
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Speaker Fight Reveals a Divided and Disoriented House Republican Majority
In failing to coalesce around Kevin McCarthy for speaker, Republicans showcased divisions that portend real difficulties in governing.