Iowa House to vote on District 55 contest after close race
After a 9 vote margin, incumbent Republican Michael Bergan faced a Democratic challenge from Kayla Koether. A district court ruling sent the decision to the House, with Koether asking lawmakers to open and count 29 mail in absentee ballots.
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Border security deal deadline looms after shutdown
Washington reports a 35 day fight over a funding package ends with lawmakers facing a February 15 deadline to craft a border security agreement. President Trump warned of a new shutdown or a possible national emergency if the talks fail to satisfy both parties.
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