Sen. Susan Collins said she remains ‘very concerned’ about the short-term funding provision in the bill.
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Gov. Mills opposes bill to allow Maine tribes to benefit from most federal laws
A spokesperson said the governor would rather address specific bills and programs that unfairly exclude the Wabanaki Nations.
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Mike Pence to launch campaign for president in Iowa June 7
The campaign is expected to lean heavily on town halls and retail stops aimed at showcasing the former vice president’s personality as he tries to emerge from former President Donald Trump’s shadow.
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Changes to food aid in debt bill would cost money, far from savings Republicans envisioned
An estimate from the Congressional Budget Office says that while the new work requirements in SNAP would save money, the added benefits pushed by Democrats would cost more – and add almost 80,000 people to the rolls in an average month.
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House OKs debt ceiling bill to avoid default, sends Biden-McCarthy deal to Senate
With an overwhelming House vote, 314-117, the bill now heads to the Senate with passage expected by week’s end.
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Last-minute bill would allow Maine tribes to benefit from federal laws
Penobscot Nation Chief Kirk Francis said the measure, which would not allow Indigenous tribes to operate a casino without special permission from the state, is a top priority for the legislative session that is nearing an end.
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DeSantis kicks off presidential campaign in Iowa, vows to ‘fight back’ against Trump
He announced his campaign May 24 and already has an early financial start thanks to a super PAC.
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Debt limit deal heads to vote in full House while McCarthy scrambles for Republican approval
The hard-fought measure is now headed to a House vote Wednesday.
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Biden, McCarthy race to woo lawmakers to pass debt ceiling package
Both tout a victory that appeared elusive just days ago.
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Russia issues arrest warrant for Lindsey Graham over Ukraine comments
The South Carolina Republican calls the U.S. military assistance ‘the best money we’ve ever spent.’