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Thune’s willingness to compromise was a sign that he’s feeling pressure on the issue — not only from within his own conference, but also from House Republicans.

Thune blocks repeal of DOJ payout but softens slightly

🚨Fly Out Day is Out. Here’s our episode with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), the chair of the Senate HELP Committee. Cassidy is a key player in health care.

Cassidy dove deep into what Republicans are discussing doing about the enhanced premium Obamacare subsidies that expire in December.

Senate squabbles over Arctic Frost. Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic attempt to repeal the controversial provision in last week’s government funding bill that allows senators to sue the Justice Department for $500,000 if their phone records are obtained.

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