Congress faces December showdown over taxes and shutdown risk
Senate Republicans seek a tax victory while facing dissent from deficit hawks like Corker and Flake. Democrats leverage budget talks to avert a December government shutdown as spending caps, immigration, and the border wall fight shape a year-end deal. Trump’s fluctuating stance adds uncertainty as Congress weighs a massive omnibus.
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Winterfest at Palace Park draws crowds with Santa and ice sculpture
Heroes United visitors mingle with families at Winterfest raising smiles for children at Veterans Memorial Park. A 16 block hollow ice sculpture weighing 300 pounds per block wowed attendees before Santa arrived aboard the Red Express. The Palace Theater hosts ongoing Santa visits with lighting and fireworks as crowds take photos and share the moment.
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Lorain blotter reports thefts domestic violence and car break in
On Friday November 24 police charged Tyshaunn Allen Charlton 24 and Micah Charlton 25 both of Lorain with theft after following up a stolen phone. Louis Thomas 34 Lorain was charged with domestic violence. Saturday early hours a man reported assault behind Lakeview Plaza and a resident found cash missing from a car. Seth Brown 31 Lorain faced a temporary restraining order violation.
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Mulvaney to Lead CFPB as Acting Director Amid Busier Vacancy
President Trump appoints Mick Mulvaney as acting director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau while continuing as OMB head. The move faces legal questions and critiques from consumer groups who warn the deputy director should lead until Senate confirmation. The dispute may go to court, with officials awaiting the acting directive from Kathy Kraninger to resolve authority.
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Corporate tax cut faces skepticism from economists and industry leaders
Critics say the proposed 20 percent corporate tax rate may not deliver a broad middle class wage boost. Analysts note firms already have cash, and gains could flow to shareholders or be delayed for years, while deficits and higher borrowing costs loom.
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