Obama push for October vote on jobs bill faces GOP resistance
President Obama urges a October vote on parts of his $447 billion jobs package while House Republicans signal opposition to the full bill. Cantor lists immediate measures to act on, including repealing a 3 percent withholding, trade deals, regulatory relief, and small business funding. The White House resists bargaining away noncontroversial elements and seeks clear GOP positions on supported versus rejected portions. Durbin notes the bill lacks the 60 vote threshold to advance.
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Senate bill seeks tariffs over undervalued yuan
The Senate weighs punitive tariffs on a country with misaligned currencies as a tool to press China over yuan undervaluation. Supporters say the move would level the playing field, curb the trade deficit, and keep jobs in the United States, while the White House and business groups worry about a broader trade war.
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