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The outspoken Shapiro represents a major swing state that has helped determine contentious presidential election results in recent years.
Top Hill staffers predict government shutdown
More than half of senior Hill staffers say their member of Congress believes there will likely be a government shutdown this year, according to our latest Canvass survey.
Congressional aides aren’t setting SALT expectations high
Just 38% of staffers said they expect Republicans’ reconciliation bill to include a SALT limit higher than the current $10,000 cap, according to our latest survey, The Canvass.
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K Street, Hill confident Thune will be effective
Thune is already flexing his leadership muscle by forcing a Friday night vote to confirm Pete Hegseth for defense secretary.
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Cory Mills faces questions over federal contracts
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