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September 15, 2018
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The Trump administration's border clampdown has placed a record number of immigrant children in U.S. custody, the New York Times reports.
September 13, 2018
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WASHINGTON—House Republicans are advancing a measure to lock in last year’s tax cuts on individuals beyond their scheduled expiration date at the end of 2025, moving to build on their biggest legislative victory ahead of the midterm elections.
September 12, 2018
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CLOTURE TIME: There's been no shortage of fits and starts, but Chuck Rettig's nomination to be IRS commissioner takes another big step this afternoon, when the Senate holds a key procedural vote.
September 11, 2018
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Nearly half the non-elderly people in San Antonio and its surroundings could lose protection for their pre-existing medical conditions if Texas wins its current anti-Obamacare lawsuit, according to data from the Center for American Progress.
September 11, 2018
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Rep. Doggett joined KXAN in Washington to discuss President Trump’s comments on shutting down the government and asking taxpayers to pay for his border wall.
September 5, 2018
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House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Reps. Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.), Bobby Scott (D-Va.) and Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) will hold a news conference with people with preexisting conditions as oral arguments begin in the GOP lawsuit Texas v. United States to strike down protections at 10 a.m. EDT (9 a.m. Central) in H-207.
September 3, 2018
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Whether you are learning your way around the 40 Acres or embracing your last year, I have always known Longhorns to work hard, tackle obstacles and give back to our community. We face tough challenges from those who oppose student aid for higher education. I believe that an investment in you is an investment in America’s future. Now, more than ever, we need educated leaders like you who can lead our community forward with skill and moral clarity.
August 31, 2018
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WASHINGTON - The White House said Friday it had notified Congress it plans to sign a North American trade deal with Canada and Mexico, calling talks with Canada "constructive."
"We are on pace to complete an agreement with Mexico and hopefully with Canada," a senior White House official said Friday. "The talks [with Canada] were constructive and we've made progress."
August 31, 2018
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U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is planning new rules that would bolster the rights of college students accused of sexual misconduct.