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Billy Long confirmed as IRS chief despite past opposition
Jun 12, 2025

Billy Long confirmed as IRS chief despite past opposition

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former U.S. Rep. Billy Long of Missouri was confirmed on Thursday to lead the Internal Revenue Service, giving the beleaguered agency he once sought to abolish a permanent commissioner after months of acting leaders and massive staffing cuts that have threatened to derail next year’s tax filing season. The Senate confirmed Long […]

Democrats block stablecoin bill as they raise concerns about Trump’s crypto ventures
May 8, 2025

Democrats block stablecoin bill as they raise concerns about Trump’s crypto ventures

Senate Democrats stall stablecoin bill over corruption concerns tied to Trump, delaying key crypto legislation aimed at regulating digital dollar tokens.

U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine spoke April 30, 2025 on the Senate floor. Photo courtesy Office of Tim Kaine
May 1, 2025

Senate blocks Kaine-sponsored bid to stop Trump’s tariffs

Senate Republicans block a resolution cosponsored by U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine to halt Trump’s global tariffs, highlighting GOP divides and rising economic concerns.

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