Tax Cuts or the Border? Republicans Wrestle Over Trump’s Priorities.
President-elect Donald J. Trump has waffled on his preferences for how his party tackles his agenda, adding to the uncertainty for Republicans.
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GOP memo: Congress likely can't slash certain infrastructure law programs for tax cuts
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France signals fewer spending cuts and tax rises ahead of budget talks
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Republicans try to exploit New Orleans attack to push through Trump agenda
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Trump uses New Orleans attack to push security and border agenda
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