And Donald Trump, for now, is fine with it.
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The Debt Limit Should Absolutely Be Eliminated
Today on TAP: Trump is offering the deal of a lifetime.
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Modest FTC Junk Fee Rule Built on Bipartisan Support
Democratic regulators wanted to make sure the rule will survive. Republican support on the commission and popular bills in Congress could get them there.
Posted inHealth and Social Policy
Congressional Drug-Pricing Reforms Upend Trump’s Strategy
He has typically allied with Big Pharma, pointing fingers at pharmacy benefit managers. But a bipartisan agreement could do away with that gambit.
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What We Have Here Is a Rudderless Ship
Thoughts on the Democratic post-election drift
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Democrats Allow More IRS Funding to Fade Away
Concessions from the 2023 debt ceiling fight continue to haunt Democrats, and tax cheats could enjoy hundreds of billions in savings.
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Biden’s Economic Triumph and Political Tragedy
Today on TAP: Why did he not get more credit?
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Biden’s White House Undercuts Biden’s Trade Policy
Today on TAP: A sweetheart appointment to a key trade position goes to a White House spouse, paired with a hardcore Republican free-trader.
Posted inEducation in America
The Movement to Free Schools of Smartphones Is Winning
Evidence shows that phones harm children and education. A growing number of schools are paying attention.
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Sinema and Manchin Burnish Their Legacy
Today on TAP: Yesterday, S&M voted to hand the NLRB over to union-busting Republicans.
