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Organizations struggle to narrow the digital gap as Congress drags its feet
Congress is facing yet another government-shutdown threat next week. Meanwhile, key advocates are scrambling to ensure marginalized communities don’t fall through the digital cracks.
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Congress stalls as critical Affordable Connectivity Program runs out of money
Congress is about to let a popular government-backed affordable internet program lapse and lawmakers can’t agree on what to do next.
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Lawmakers head to COP28 climate summit with high expectations
Both Democrats and Republicans are heading to the United Arab Emirates this weekend for the UN’s annual climate conference — but with vastly different missions.
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Trade groups ask Biden to tap Fannie, Freddie and address housing costs
A trio of industry groups representing community bankers, home lenders and realtors asked the White House and Treasury Department to bring two government-sponsored enterprises back into the market for mortgage-backed securities.
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Raúl Grijalva backs Stansbury for Natural Resources gig
On Monday, Grijalva announced he wouldn’t be seeking another term as the top Natural Resources Democrat due to health concerns.
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Former national security officials raise alarm about Gabbard for DNI
The letter cites Gabbard’s secret 2017 trip to Syria, during which she met with the country’s dictator Bashar al-Assad.
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Under pressure, Rowe highlights advancements at Secret Service
Rowe was the sole witness before the bipartisan Trump shooting task force, which held its second and final hearing Thursday morning.
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W&M Republicans back Smith’s push for single reconciliation bill
The push to do one reconciliation bill as the best strategy – which Smith has championed – was a big part of the conversation among tax writers.
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