Shutdown fears loom as Congress nears budget deadline
Washington lawmakers face a potential government shutdown as a midnight Friday deadline looms amid stalled talks on a catchall spending bill, health care repeal efforts, and border wall funding. Trump allies control Congress but lack votes, prompting talk of a short temporary measure to avert a shutdown while negotiations continue. Pelosi cited leverage over Democratic support amid the broader impasse.
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Drain the swamp slogan struggles to translate into action
Washington reports that despite Steve Bannon backing theDrain the swamp concept, the White House moved away from Obama era transparency by ending the practice of releasing visitor names. President Trump compiled a record inauguration fund of 107 million, with donors tied to government business, while lobbying disclosure remains untightened and the anti swamp measures face waivers and limited transparency.
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Odessa Development Corporation Board Overview
The Development Corporation Act of 1979 governs Odessa Type A Sales Tax and the Odessa Development Corporation. It requires a five member board to oversee tax dollars for economic development. The city approves all programs and expenditures and reviews annual financial statements with access to books at all times. Board members serve at the pleasure of the city council which approves bylaws and fund usage.
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California battles over county redistricting power heat up
Democrats push to redraw county supervisor maps in San Diego and Los Angeles to tilt control toward their party. The San Diego bill would replace a retired-judge panel with a 14 member Democratic-leaning commission. Los Angeles County sues to stop a October law creating a similar citizen panel, arguing it usurps local control and risks partisan bias.
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