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Is the ‘Big Beautifull Bill’ in Jeopardy? Emily Brooks Explains.
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The Hill reporter Emily Brooks discusses her recent article focusing on some congress members’ hang-ups with the current state of the proposed budget and tax bill in DC. Emily also shared a fascinating, bipartisan conversation on the possibility of childcare legislation.

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