Congress Schedule Highlights Weak Leadership and Long Breaks
Lee Hamilton argues the legislative branch is deteriorating as Congress plans a short work year with a prolonged summer recess. He notes diminished budget influence, reliance on the President, weak oversight of agencies, and a reluctance to tackle immigration reform, urging stronger action by leaders.
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Piecemeal Budget Debate Shapes Illinois Impasse
The Illinois General Assembly and Gov. Rauner signed a 3.1 billion spending bill as the state nears six months without a full budget. The measure funds local roads, 911 centers, energy aid, lottery payouts, and state police labs, but critics call it a poor fix that masks a deeper deficit driven by tax cuts and unpaid bills.
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