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The head of House Republicans’ campaign arm touted President Donald Trump’s tariffs and said the administration’s trade agenda will be a “net plus” for their party in the midterm elections.

Ban on ICE Use of ‘The Wrap’ Device Sought in House Bill
House Democrats moved to ban federal immigration officers from using a full-body restraint device that was repeatedly misused by law enforcement and resulted in multiple deaths and serious injuries during arrests, a Bloomberg Law investigation found.
Trump 2.0 Forces Industry to Rewrite Playbook for DC Success
This interactive report dives into the lessons of Trump 2.0, how the C-suite can influence what comes next, and what corporate America might expect to see if control of Congress shifts after this year’s midterm elections.
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Trump's State of the Union Address: Key Takeaways of Economy-Focused Speech
President Donald Trump delivered a State of the Union address defending his administration and economic record, saying the US is "bigger, better, richer and stronger than ever before."
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Sarepta CEO to Retire by Year-End to Spend Time With Sick Family
Rubio Says US Will Investigate Deadly Cuba Speedboat Shooting
Cuban forces killed four people who had opened fire from a speedboat with Florida tags, an incident with the potential to escalate an already tense standoff with the US.
Florida GOP Proposes Severing From Trump’s Corporate Tax Breaks
Florida Republicans are proposing legislation that would break from all the federal corporate tax breaks in President Donald Trump’s signature tax law enacted last year.
Home Improvement Stores Cite Sales Surge from Winter Storms
January’s winter storms froze half the country, but heated up sales at major home improvement and equipment companies as customers sought supplies to ride out the weather and repair their homes.
Hassett Says New Tax Cuts in Reconciliation Bill Being Discussed
When asked by a reporter whether the Trump administration is considering a second reconciliation bill with new tax cuts, White House Economic Adviser
American Air to Invest $1 Billion in Miami Airport Expansion
NY Transit Agency Threatens to Sue US for Frozen Subway Cash
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Valero California Refinery Idles All Units Ahead of Closure
Housing Affordability Bill Set for Senate Vote Soon, Thune Says
The Senate will move to consider legislation to increase the supply of affordable housing as soon as this week, Majority Leader
Senate Confirms Trump’s Nominee to Replace Fired NTSB Democrat
The Senate voted on partisan lines Wednesday to approve President
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GOP Tax-Writer Sees Opportunity for Another Party-Line Bill
Another reconciliation bill represents a “tremendous opportunity”for Republicans to pass key policy priorities before the midterm elections, a House GOP tax-writer said Monday.
GOP Tax-Writer Sees Opportunity for Another Party-Line Bill
Another reconciliation bill represents a “tremendous opportunity”for Republicans to pass key policy priorities before the midterm elections, a House GOP tax-writer said Monday.
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Federal Contractor Giants Dominate, Tier of Small Firms Shrinks
The largest government vendors tightened their grip on the $810 billion federal procurement market as companies with lower contracting revenue dropped out of competition.
BGOV OnPoint: Homeland Bill Proves Final FY 2026 Funding Hurdle
Funding for the Department of Homeland Security remains the final sticking point in Congress’ monthslong effort to enact all 12 fiscal 2026 spending bills as lawmakers navigate a prolonged clash over federal immigration enforcement.
BGOV OnPoint: Trump, Companies Hold Breath for Ruling on Tariffs
A highly anticipated Supreme Court decision on President Donald Trump’s legal authority to impose tariffs on America’s trading partners may be imminent, as companies intensify bids to collect refunds if the justices rule in their favor.
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White Philadelphia Police Officers Sue City Over DEI Policies
Five White Philadelphia police officers launched a proposed class action against the city Wednesday over allegations they were passed over for promotions because of the city’s diversity, equity, and inclusion policies.
GOP States’ H-1B Halt to Slow Health Care Hiring: States of Play
New restrictions on public-sector hiring of H-1B workers in Texas and Florida promise punishing effects on health-care employers and patients, Andrew Kreighbaum reports.
Trump, Vance to Push Affordability Message in Texas, Wisconsin
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance will hit the road to test their affordability message with voters in Texas and Wisconsin this week.
GOP Attorneys General Raise Concerns About Netflix-Warner Tie-Up
State attorneys general led by two Republicans are raising concerns about the proposed takeover of the Warner Bros. studios by
Waymo Announces Ride-Hailing Service in Chicago and Charlotte
Waymo has begun laying the early groundwork for ride-hailing services in Chicago, Illinois and Charlotte, North Carolina, it says in a
Connecticut Takes Rare Step to Fix Out-of-Date State Flood Maps
Connecticut is taking an unusual step to confront a growing national problem:
