GOP deficits flip side as tax plan looms
In a shift from deficit hawks past, Republicans embrace larger deficits under a sweeping tax plan. Senate passage tightens party unity, with Corker dissenting as analysts blame Washington control for pushing tax cuts over fiscal restraint amid an election year.
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Trump shifts rationale for firing Flynn over FBI lies
Washington reports that on Saturday President Trump changed his explanation for dismissing Michael Flynn as national security adviser. He now cites Flynn lying to the FBI and to Vice President Pence about contacts with Russians during the transition, contradicting prior claims that Flynn’s actions were the issue.
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