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GOP Grapples With Trigger Provision in Tax Bill
Nov.30 -- Senate Republicans are looking to approve their tax-overhaul legislation as soon as Thursday night -- but wrangling continues over whether to include a trigger for tax increases if economic growth doesn’t meet revenue targets....
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Rep. Delaney on 2020 Presidential Run, Trade, Economy
Aug.06 -- Representative John Delaney, a member of the House Financial Service Committee and a Democrat from Maryland, discusses his candidacy for president in 2020 and how he would handle trade with China and the U.S. economy. He speaks...
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Sen. Cardin Says Congress Must Assert Itself on Trade Policy
Jun.13 -- Sen. Ben Cardin, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and a Democrat from Maryland, discusses his message to Canada on trade negotiations, the responsibility of Congress to oversee authority on trade, and...
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Sen. Grassley Wants Trump's Signature to End Shutdown
Jan.11 -- Senator Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee and a Republican from Iowa, discusses the political battle over a Southern border wall, Congressional authority on trade, and controlling prescription drug...
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Sen. Jones Sees Alabama Jobs at Risk Under Auto Tariffs
Nov.14 -- Senator Doug Jones, a member of the Senate Banking Committee and a Democrat from Alabama, discusses the potential impact of auto tariffs on his state, questions surrounding the USMCA deal, and the prospect of bipartisan...
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Senate Considers a Stopgap Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
Dec.19 -- Work is underway in the U.S. Senate to avert a partial government shutdown as President Donald Trump may look for other ways to fund a border wall with Mexico. Bloomberg's Anna Edgerton reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Sen. Thune Hopes Trump 'Doesn't Have to Execute on 25% Tariffs'
May.07 -- Senator John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, discusses tariffs and trade talks with China. He speaks on "Bloomberg Markets: Balance of Power."
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No Evidence of Illegal Spying on Trump Campaign, FBI Chief Says
May.07 -- FBI Director Christopher Wray testifies before a Senate Appropriations panel about accusations his agency improperly spied on Donald Trump’s campaign.
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Trump Removing Fed's Powell Would Be 'Very Bad Idea': Sen. Toomey
Jul.10 -- Senator Pat Toomey, a Republican from Pennsylvania and member of the Senate Finance and Banking Committees, discusses market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut, his concerns about monetary policy, and President Donald...
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U.S-Japan Trade Agreement a 'Cheap Imitation' of TPP: Sen. Carper
Sep.26 -- U.S. Senator Tom Carper, a Democrat from Delaware and a ranking member of the Environment & Public Works Committee, discusses the limited trade agreement reached by the United States and Japan. He speaks with Bloomberg's David...
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Senate Democrats Demand White House Testimony on Trump Impeachment
Dec.15 -- The impeachment process is moving ahead after the House Judiciary Committee decided to send the matter for a vote by the full house this week. Bloomberg’s Jodi Schneider reports on “Bloomberg Markets: China Open.”
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Schumer Names 4 Possible Witnesses For Impeachment Trial
Witnesses would include Mick Mulvaney, John Bolton, Robert Blair and Michael Duffey.
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China Spares Trade in U.S. Retaliation
Dec.02 -- China avoided measures related to trade in its first actions retaliating against the U.S. over a law supporting Hong Kong protesters, instead vowing to sanction some rights organizations and halt warship visits to the city....
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How Will the Hong Kong Democracy Bill Impact Trade Talks?
Nov.20 -- Kit Juckes, chief global foreign exchange strategist at Societe Generale, and Bloomberg’s Tom Orlik discuss the impact the U.S. Senate vote on Hong Kong democracy has on the U.S.-China trade talks and markets. They speak on...
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White House Wants Tax, Regulatory Relief on Virus: Sen. Blackburn
Mar.11 -- Senator Marsha Blackburn, a Republican from Tennessee, discusses work on a potential economic stimulus plan from the White House to help workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak. She speaks with Bloomberg’s Kevin Cirilli on...
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Trump Impeachment Trial Likely to End as Witness Vote Looms
Jan.31 -- President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial could be quickly winding down as senators vote Friday on Democrats’ bid to call witnesses. Bloomberg’s Kevin Cirilli reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
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Stimulus Stalemate in Washington
Sep.11 -- The Senate failed to advance a Republican bill for another round of fiscal stimulus this week. The latest stalemate calls the future of any further relief packages into question.
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Georgia Senate Runoffs Are Too Close to Call
Jan.05 -- The two Georgia runoff races that will determine control of the U.S. Senate and the fate of President-elect Joe Biden’s agenda are too close to call amid record-breaking turnout. Billy House reports on "Bloomberg Markets: Asia."
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Trump Condemns Riot, Concedes Biden Will Take Office
Jan.07 -- President Donald Trump condemns the riot by his supporters at the U.S. Capitol, and says he would prepare for the administration of President-elect Joe Biden. He speaks in a video message released on Thursday night.
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Democrats Debate Biden’s Relief Bill as Deadline Looms
Mar.02 -- Senate Democrats will take up President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion Covid relief package this week as two factions within the party attempt to work out final details. Bloomberg Government’s Jack Fitzpatrick has the details on...
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CDC Chief: Masks Are a Better Covid-19 Defense Than a Vaccine
Sep.16 -- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Robert Redfield explains the importance of wearing a mask to combat the spread of Covid-19. He testified during a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing on Wednesday.
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Democrats Pivot Back to Biden’s $1.9 Trillion Stimulus Plan
Feb.16 -- With the conclusion of Donald Trump’s impeachment trial, Democrats on Capitol Hill are quickly moving back to President Joe Biden’s push for $1.9 trillion stimulus, aiming to have the plan in place by March 14. Bloomberg’s...
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Senate Advances Bill Extending U.S. Debt Limit Into December
Oct.07 -- The U.S. Senate approved legislation that pulls the nation from the brink of a first-ever payment default with a short-term debt-ceiling increase, breaking a week-long stalemate that rattled financial markets. Bloomberg’s...
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Pelosi Wants Biden Bills Vote as Manchin Questions Cost
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will push ahead for votes this week for President Joe Biden’s two spending bills as Senator Joe Manchin and moderate Democrats question the bills’ costs and economic impact. Bloomberg Government’s Emily Wilkins...