Supreme Court upholds Texas denial of Confederate plate
The Supreme Court rules 5-4 that Texas may deny a Confederate Veterans license plate, distinguishing government speech from private speech. Justices Breyer and Thomas join the majority. Alito dissents. The decision implications reach beyond plates to government sponsorship of controversial messages.
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House OKs Obama fast track trade bill
The House approved a fast track authority bill 218 to 208 to enable negotiations on a 12 nation Pacific trade deal. The vote narrows party lines as 28 Democrats supported the measure and Speaker Boehner led Republicans wary of granting Obama broader powers. The measure moves to the Senate for potential passage.
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House votes to repeal tax on medical device makers
The House approved a measure to abolish the 2.3 percent tax on medical devices despite a veto threat. The 280-140 vote included 46 Democrats, signaling bipartisan support as Senate action looms amid Supreme Court subsidy concerns. AdvaMed cites 400,000 jobs supported and ongoing R&D impact.
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