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With gavel in hand, Trump chisels away at the power of a compliant Congress - AP News — Brian Schatz | ChamberLight
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President Trump is exerting unprecedented influence over a GOP-led Congress, successfully pushing through major tax cuts and Cabinet confirmations while challenging traditional legislative powers, such as the power of the purse through significant funding rescissions.
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