Once a week, David Hawkings, editor-in-chief of The Fulcrum, walks us through the biggest stories out of Washington, D.C. Top of mind right now: What happens next if Congress doesn't approve a 2020 budget by Thursday?
Washington Roundup: Congress Sets Stage For Year-End Budget Showdown
Don't hold your breath for Congress to reconcile and approve a 2020 budget before Thursday.
Washington Roundup: Congress Sets Stage For Year-End Budget Showdown
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Posted: 4:29 p.m. EST Nov 18, 2019
President Joe Biden received the COVID-19 booster and flu shot
The White House says the president hopes to encourage all Americans to follow his example and get vaccinated.
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US border crossings by migrant families hits record high
The southwest border saw 2.2 million migrant encounters this fiscal year, closing in on last year's 2.4 million.
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White House unveils new Office of Gun Violence Prevention
The office, created by executive order, will implement executive actions that have been laid out to reduce gun violence.
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