Daily Deduction

"Look into your heart..."

September 20, 2017 –

“With a positive mind.” Another day, another trial balloon, or two.

Once more unto the breach, dear friends…

September 19, 2017 –

Before tax reform, one more attempt at ACA repeal and replace.

Biting the Hand that Feeds You

September 18, 2017 –

The President seeks Democratic votes on tax reform. For now.

Agreeing to Disagree, Hurrying Up to Wait

September 15, 2017 –

The House passed a $1.2 trillion spending bill. The legislation funds most government activities for the fiscal year beginning October 1.

Tax Overhaul: The Hustle and Flow

September 14, 2017 –

A tax plan in two weeks? With President Trump demanding quick action. the White House and GOP leaders now say they’ll have a plan by the week of September 25.

Dining, Passing, Targeting and Questions

September 13, 2017 –

Tuesday dinner at the White House… President Trump hosted a bipartisan group of lawmakers for dinner last night to discuss tax reform and other issues. Still absent: A detailed tax plan.

Today on the Hill: Mnuchin and Cohn. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and National Economic Council Director Gary Cohen will meet with Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell and members of the Senate Budget Committee today.

Acceleration, Legislation, and Limitation

September 11, 2017 –

Signed: a disaster relief, debt-ceiling, and spending bill

Tax Overhaul: Full Speed Ahead, Apparently

September 8, 2017 –

By year’s end? Sure!

Three Months, Relief, and Retirement

September 7, 2017 –

Harvey relief, temporary government funding, and a debt-ceiling bump.