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Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell’s recent episode of freezing during a press conference raises concerns about his fitness to lead the Senate Republican caucus. The incident, which occurred in Covington, Kentucky, is not the first of its kind. Just last month, McConnell experienced a similar freeze at the US Capitol, prompting questions about his health and capability to fulfill his leadership role effectively. McConnell’s Unsettling Freeze The incident took place…

Averting a government shutdown is the immediate goal, and this task has taken on added significance due to the complexities of the political landscape. As the calendar inches closer to the end of September, a sense of urgency envelops Capitol Hill, where lawmakers must grapple with the task of reaching a new budget deal. In a recent video transcript, Brian Gardner, Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist, shares his insights into…

As the specter of a government shutdown looms once again, the nation finds itself in a familiar scenario where the possibility of a government funding lapse raises concerns and uncertainties. The countdown to a potential shutdown has begun, with Congress facing the challenge of reconciling budgetary differences before the fiscal year ends on September 30. While the situation seems tense, there are both positive and negative aspects to consider regarding…