GOP immigration bill faces tough odds without stronger borders
Senate Republicans led by Tom Coburn warn landmark immigration legislation will fail without a tougher border definition. Rand Paul Ron Johnson and Marco Rubio echoed concerns as amendments threaten to upend months of bipartisan negotiations ahead of key committee votes. The bill aims to address about 11 million illegal entrants and future applicants.
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Pessimism at Petersons fiscal summit signals stalemate
Washington observers warn the grand bargain on deficit reduction faces stiff political resistance in a divided capital. House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan notes the majority party shows hesitation to reforms for Medicare and Social Security solvency amid Peterson tied efforts to raise public awareness.
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Internet sales tax gains Senate approval but stalls in House
The Senate passed a bill 69 10 27 to let states collect sales taxes from Internet purchases including catalogs and TV ads. The measure would require out of state retailers to collect taxes where shoppers live, aiming to level the playing field with brick and mortar stores while House opposition cites tax increase concerns.
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