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Republicans throw in the towel already on getting anything done this year
What happened
AlterNet, citing Politico, reports that Republican lawmakers had largely deferred plans for an ambitious post-midterm legislative session. With only 24 legislative days available, GOP members expected must-pass bills, possible leadership contests, uncertain election results and poor attendance to consume the remaining calendar.
Georgia Rep. Austin Scott said attendance was already a problem and questioned who would return to Washington after the election. Congress still faced government funding beyond December 11 and the annual Pentagon policy bill, while farm, transportation…
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