Republicans mull cut to top tax rate amid GOP push
Senior Republican negotiators move toward a plan to lower the top rate for high earners from 39.6 to 37 percent as House and Senate leaders seek to reconcile tax bills. The approach also targets corporate rate to 21 percent and mortgage interest deductions, amid opposition from Rubio and concerns of high tax states. President Trump poised to sign by Christmas plans.
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Trump attacks Gillibrand on Twitter sparks call for resignation
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand denounces President Trump as sexist and vows not to be silenced after a tweet accusing her of “begging” for campaign contributions. Six senators, including Gillibrand, call for Trump to resign amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations. Reuters notes Trump denies accusations and lawmakers respond with varied judgments.
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New York subway bomber taunts Trump online
Akayed Ullah 27 year old Bangladeshi legal permanent resident admitted building a pipe bomb that exploded in a passageway between major subway stations injuring four others and himself. He told investigators I did it for the Islamic State and posted Trump you failed to protect your nation while Islamic State called for attacks during Christmas. Ullah faces five federal counts including providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization and using a weapon of mass destruction.
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Grassley urges reconsideration of two Trump district court nominees
Senate Judiciary Committee Republican Chuck Grassley told the White House to reconsider two Trump nominees for federal district court seats. He cited past remarks by Jeff Mateer defending discrimination and by Brett Talley about the KKK. Grassley said not to proceed amid concerns over disclosures and past positions.
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White House to host talks between oil and ethanol industries
The White House will host discussions between oil and ethanol industry representatives today to broker a deal aiding refiners facing biofuels policy pressures. Staff from Republican senators Grassley Ernst of Iowa and Deb Fischer of Nebraska will participate, with Grassley confirming ongoing staff-level dialogue.
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