Senate delivers a major boost to Biden's agenda
In a statement after the Senate passed the roughly $700 billion bill, the president said "doing the important thing almost always" requires compromises.
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The Senate passes the Inflation Reduction Act and it moves on to the House
After months of negotiations, Senate Democrats passed a major climate, health care and tax bill — a centerpiece of President Biden's agenda. Vice President Harris broke the 50-50 tie.
Inflation Reduction Act aims to lower costs in multiple areas of the economy
NPR's A Martinez talks to Brian Deese, director of the National Economic Council, about the Senate passing a major climate, health care and tax bill. Deese discusses what's in it and what isn't.
News brief: Senate passes major bill, Blinken in South Africa, health poll
Senate Democrats pass a climate, health care and tax bill after months of negotiations. Secretary of State Blinken holds high-level talks in South Africa. A poll delves into some racial disparities.
Texas Gov. Abbott's lead over Democratic challenger O'Rourke is narrowing
The Texas gubernatorial race is tightening, despite polls earlier this year that indicated an overwhelming lead by Republican Gov. Greg Abbott over former Rep. Beto O'Rourke.
Democrats passed a major climate, health and tax bill. Here's what's in it
Senate Democrats spent the weekend advancing what they call a historic piece of legislation, but it's still a much smaller version of what they — and President Biden — originally called for.
Democrats pull off climate, health and tax bill in weekend sessions
Senate Democrats passed a spending bill which would attempt to tackle climate change, the high cost of prescription drugs and lower the deficit by roughly $300 billion.
Senate pulls an all-nighter to negotiate Inflation Reduction Act
The Senate is expected to vote today on the Inflation Reduction Act, which addresses climate change and health care costs, key agenda items for President Biden and Democrats.
Republicans have long feuded with the mainstream media. Now many are shutting them out
A trend of GOP candidates ignoring or actively avoiding legacy media — particularly national outlets — is building this year. That can hamper voters' ability to make informed choices.
Congress is about to act on drug price reform. Here's what you need to know
A deal on the table in Congress would help deliver on a long-time promise: to make prescription drugs more affordable. It includes a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket expenses for Medicare patients.