Republican tax reform plan may be limited by GOP budget

Republican plans for tax reform could be less sweeping than originally envisioned by the White House and GOP leaders in Congress, as a provision in a House GOP budget blueprint would require any tax bill to be 'budget neutral,' which would force lawmakers to offset any tax cuts with revenue increases that could be difficult in some cases to gain approval. Deep in the fine print of the budget resolution for next year, the Republican plan allows for a tax reform bill under budget reconciliation, "if such measure would not increase the deficit for the total of fiscal years 2018 through 2027."

Doug Jones, Democratic Senate candidate, raises $158K for campaign

Former U.S. attorney Doug Jones after U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch spoke at MLK Day Commemoration at 16th St Baptist Church Former U.S. attorney Doug Jones after U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch spoke at MLK Day Commemoration at 16th St Baptist Church Former federal prosecutor and U.S. Senate candidate Doug Jones raised more than $158,000 for his campaign - a sum that likely leads the Democratic field for next month's special election. Among candidates from both parties, Jones's raised about half as much as top-tier candidates on the Republican side, with both Rep. Mo Brooks and former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore taking in $300,000 apiece.

Report: Russian ambassador discussed policy with AG Sessions

Russia's ambassador to Washington discussed Russian policy with Jeff Sessions during the White House race in 2016, according to a report. Russian ambassador discussed policy with Sessions during White House race, report says Russia's ambassador to Washington discussed Russian policy with Jeff Sessions during the White House race in 2016, according to a report.

Hoosier could be surgeon general

The country's next surgeon general could be the man described as someone who "has his hands on the pulse of what's going on in communities" and who "gets right out there at the grass roots levels and really identifies with the folks he needs to serve." He's also been compared to former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop and praised for his ability to connect with families.

Minneapolis shooting brings unwelcome attention to Somalis

The killing of an unarmed Australian woman by a Minneapolis police officer who is a Somali-American has turned an unwelcome spotlight on the city's beleaguered Somali community, where many again find themselves on the defensive. The city's police chief said Officer Mohamed Noor's race and ethnicity had nothing to do with the July 15 killing of Justine Damond , who was shot after she called 911 to report a possible rape.

Senate committee supports flood protection projects

The Senate Appropriations Committee on Energy and Water has approved Fiscal Year 2018 funding legislation supporting comprehensive flood protection for Minot and other communities in North Dakota, Sen. John Hoeven, a member of the committee, announced Friday. "We have secured provisions that will help prevent bureaucratic delays in modifying projects and ensure public-private partnerships receive due credit for the private investment.

Federal grants to assist Oxford, Pontotoc County fire departments

U.S. Senator Thad Cochran announced nearly $700,000 in federal grants this week to help four departments in Mississippi, including AFG operations and safety grants for the Oxford Fire Department and the Troy-Woodland Volunteer Fire Department in Pontotoc County . "Well trained and equipped fire departments are important to ensure public safety.

Justice Department hits back at report citing anonymous sources that…

The Justice Department hit back Friday night at a report citing anonymous sources who said Attorney General Jeff Sessions discussed sensitive matters with a Russian official during last year's presidential race ins spite of his subsequent testimony that he did not. The Washington Post, citing unnamed current and former officials, reported that Russian Ambassador Sergey Kislyak claimed he discussed the 2016 campaign with Sessions during the race, possibly contradicting the attorney general's public comments about his interactions with Russian officials, according to a Washington Post report Friday.

Sen. Murkowski and Senate Appropriations Committee: Looking out for Alaska’s Food Security

The Senate Appropriations Committee has unanimously passed the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Fiscal Year 2018 Bill - which includes important components for Alaska. The bill requires clear labeling for genetically engineered salmon, allows rural areas to receive summer food services programs in innovative ways, increases fish allowed in WIC programs, and ensures pregnant women receive adequate information about eating seafood during pregnancy.

Sessions discussed Trump campaign-related matters with Russian…

Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, right, accompanied by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, left, speaks at a news conference to announce an international cybercrime enforcement action at the Department of Justice, Thursday, July 20, 2017, in Washington. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, right, accompanied by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, left, speaks at a news conference to announce an international cybercrime enforcement action at the Department of Justice, Thursday, July 20, 2017, in Washington.

Sean Spicer unlikely to disappear from television

He won't be behind a podium at the White House , but it's unlikely Sean Spicer will disappear from television. Spicer quit as White House press secretary Friday, ushered out with the wish that "I hope he goes on to make a tremendous amount of money" from Anthony Scaramucci, President Donald Trump 's new communications director.

House unveils plan to fix VA’s budget gap as deadline looms

In this June 21, 2013, file photo, the seal affixed to the front of the Department of Veterans Affairs building in Washington. A House committee unveiled a disputed plan July 21, 2017, to allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to shift $2 billion from other programs to cover a sudden budget shortfall that could threaten medical care for thousands of patients in the coming weeks.

Union: Kansas prison forcing officers to work 16-hour shifts

This March 23, 2011, photo shows the El Dorado Correctional Facility near El Dorado, Kan. A union representing state employees disclosed Friday, July 21, 2017, it filed a grievance earlier this month with Kansas' top corrections officials alleging that officers at the maximum-security prison are being forced to work 16-hour shifts.

5 Arrested At Rally At Sen. Dean Heller’s Office

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Anthony Scaramucci, Susan Collins, Rand Paul: Sunday guests

CBS' "Face the Nation," 10:30 a.m. on WKMG-Channel 6: Sen. Susan Collins , R-Maine, of the Senate Intelligence Committee; Rep. Adam Schiff , D-Calif., ranking member of the House Intelligence Committee; Sen. John Barrasso , R-Wyo., chairman of the Senate Republican Policy Committee. The panel will be Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Jamelle Bouie of Slate, Megan McArdle of Bloomberg View and Amy Walter of The Cook Political Report.

Despite brain cancer, Sen. John McCain says, ‘I’ll be back soon’

Sen. John McCain is battling brain cancer but vows to return to the Senate By DONNA CASSATA Associated Press Published: July 21, 2017 11:00 AM 1 of 2 Photos View More Photos WASHINGTON -- Battling brain cancer, John McCain on Thursday vowed to return to the Senate, leveling fresh criticism at the Trump administration and aiming a good-natured dig at Republican and Democratic Here you can find useful examples and description about searching the news archive. Read it carefully to get the best results.