Tariff fights roil Congress as reform tilt grows
A broad call for tariff revision surfaces after New York and Chicago conventions. Supporters seek mixed steps between high protection and free trade while Republicans face internal resistance and Democrats push unit action in Congress. A Sherman treasury probe reveals alleged misuse of funds for a presidential bid, prompting critical editorial reaction and questions about accountability.
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