Congressional Republicans accused President Biden of orchestrating a lenient penalty for his son, while Democrats argued that bringing any charges reflected the Justice Department’s independence.
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Debt Deal Behind Them, Lawmakers Plunge Into Bitter Spending Fight
House Republicans are pushing to pass measures with spending levels below those agreed to in the debt limit compromise, infuriating Democrats and raising the prospect of a shutdown this fall.
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In Legal Peril, Trump Tries to Shift the Spotlight to Biden
Donald J. Trump, who is under indictment, is trying to undermine the American justice system by lashing out at his successor.
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U.S. Support for Ukraine Aid Starts to Fray After Debt Limit Deal
Spending caps set by the debt limit bill have empowered critics of U.S. aid to Ukraine, threatening the bipartisan coalition that has kept military assistance flowing to Kyiv.
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The Impossible Task of Defending Donald Trump
Kevin McCarthy is far from alone in debasing himself for the benefit of the former president.