Two missing senators leaves Judy Shelton, a hard-right nominee for the Federal Reserve, short of votes.
Mitch McConnell
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The Day One Agenda: Now More Than Ever
The election result brings new prominence to executive actions. But in reality, it was always going to be a necessary facet of a Democratic presidency.
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We Don’t Have to Live in Mitch McConnell’s World
But Biden has to actively assert his power as chief executive, in this case over Cabinet appointments.
Posted inCoronavirus
Unsanitized: What Does the Election Mean for Stimulus?
It means a smaller set of relief, unfortunately, though that’s better than gridlock. This is The COVID-19 Daily Report for November 5, 2020.
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Can Biden Govern With a Republican Senate?
Today on TAP: The making of an even more centrist Biden
Posted inPolitics
Long Day’s Journey Into What?
The election as of 5 a.m. Eastern time looks profoundly depressing even if Biden wins.
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Unsanitized, Election Edition: Barrett Confirmation Reinforces That McConnell Is Looking Past This Election
Or maybe he’s looking to how a 6-3 Court can steal it. This is The Election 2020 Daily Report for October 27, 2020.
