House Clears Continuing Resolution, Faces Compressed Calendar Ahead of Midterms
The House approved a short-term funding measure this week and will operate on a tighter schedule as the fall election cycle begins.
Why it matters
Avoiding a shutdown and a tighter schedule affect how quickly Congress can act on key issues before elections.
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