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ICE Detention Beds New Stumbling Block In Efforts To Prevent Another Shutdown
Democrats want to cap the number of beds ICE may use to detain people arrested for overstaying their visas or committing minor crimes. President Trump says the idea is "crazy."
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Government Watchdog: Trump's Trips To Florida Costing Taxpayers Millions
The GAO looked into four trips early on in the Trump presidency, estimating they cost $13.6 million. The watchdog agency says the Secret Service needs to do a better job of reporting the costs.
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Democrats To Offer Deal On Border To End Shutdown
Details of the offer are still being worked out, but would apparently include money for increased security at the border but not for a wall. White House says lets see it.
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Harris Wofford, Former Senator, Civil-Rights Activist, Dies At 92
In a long public career, Wofford played a key role in JFK's election, marched along side Rev. Martin Luther King, and led AmeriCorps.
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Pelosi Calls For Postponement Of State Of The Union Address Due To Shutdown
In a letter to President Trump, Pelosi cites security concerns and suggests working together to find another suitable date. Pelosi also gave the president the option to deliver the address in writing.
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Despite 70,000 Furloughed IRS Workers, White House Vows Refunds Will Be Issued
The tax collecting agency is one of those affected by the partial government shutdown, but the White House says it will issue refunds, reversing previous government policy.
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Government Shutdown Is Causing A Lot Of Uncertainty As Tax Filing Season Approaches
An extended government shutdown could make it harder for taxpayers to file their returns — and receive their refunds.
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If Funding Compromise Is Not Reached 400,000 Federal Employees Will Work Without Pay
More than 400,000 federal workers deemed essential will have to work without pay come midnight ... unless lawmakers can settle on a way to keep the government funded.
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Trump Warns Of 'Very Long' Shutdown Unless Senate Approves Border Wall Funds
The Senate will take up House passed funding bill with money for a border wall, but Democrats who oppose the $5 billion the president demanded are expected to block it.
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Senate Approves Temporary Funding Bill, House Likely To Act Today, Avoiding Shutdown
The measure would fund about a quarter of the government but includes no money for the border wall demanded by President Trump