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Is there a Trump + Big Oil quid pro quo?

Top Democratic Senators accused oil executives of attempting to "trade campaign cash for policy changes"

Salon

Senate Democrats to investigate Trump’s reported big oil ‘deal’

Two committees inquiring after reports of ex-president’s offer to roll back dozens of regulations for $1bn campaign donations

The Guardian - US

Senate Inquiry Finds Automakers Used Parts From Chinese Company

BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, and Volkswagen implicated in using parts from a Chinese company involved in forced labor. Automakers and suppliers respond to Senat...

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Security and interoperability on the cards for US government use of Zoom, Slack and Teams

Federal agencies need to kick their collaboration into gear following series of recent security breaches.

TechRadar

Senators seek changes to spy program reauthorization bill - Roll Call

Some senators are pushing to make changes to a House-passed bill that would extend a powerful surveillance authority for two years.

Roll Call

Revised Section 702 Surveillance Authority Poses More Danger Than Ever

New language could make almost anybody with access to a WiFi router help the government snoop.

Reason

Biden Opposes Bill That Would Keep Cops and Feds From Buying Your Data

The Fourth Amendment Is Not For Sale Act would prevent law enforcement and intelligence agencies from purchasing data that they would otherwise need a warrant to obtain.

Reason

US tech devices may be forced to become "spy machines"

The US Senate is set to vote on a controversial bill to extend the reach of the Section 702 spy program. If it passes, VPNs will be no help in protecting your privacy.

TechRadar

Senate leaders seek quick action on key surveillance authority - Roll Call

Senate leaders of both parties stressed the need to reauthorize a powerful surveillance authority before it lapses on Friday.

Roll Call

How Student Loan Debt Could Impact Social Security Benefits For Millions of Older Americans?

Democratic lawmakers voice concerns over the impact of mounting student debt on Social Security benefits for millions of older Americans.

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Dems see Biden tortoise beating Trump hare in November race - Roll Call

Donald Trump garners most of the attention, but Democratic lawmakers say President Joe Biden can win with a methodical strategy.

Kiplinger

Social Security Chief Testifies in Senate About Plans to Stop ‘Clawback Cruelty’

Social Security plans to default to withholding 10% (not all) of the recipient's monthly benefits to recoup debt, SSA head says.

Roll Call

Senate Democrats seek to maneuver tax deal to the floor - Roll Call

Some Senate Democrats are pushing to bring a House-passed $79 billion tax package to the floor without changes.

The Guardian - US

‘Huge tax breaks’: private equity prepares for a boon from Congress

Billions in private equity and corporate taxes could be rolled back, along with what critics say is a sop for child tax credits

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Lawmakers Want Pause on Federal Funds for Predictive Policing

The dangers inherent in targeting criminals-to-be have yet to be addressed.

WEKU

Hospitals are fighting a Medicare payment fix that would save tax dollars

Medicare pays hospitals about double what it pays other providers for the same services. The hospital lobby is fighting hard to make sure a switch to "site-neutral payments" doesn't become law.

Salon

Probe finds evidence against Harlan Crow

Evidence suggests Clarence Thomas benefactor misrepresented his yacht as business to score tax break

Kiplinger

Social Security Board Nominee Grilled Over Views on Program Reforms

Candidate questioned on Social Security privatization, raising retirement age and benefit cuts during Senate hearing.

Reason

NSA Purchases Internet Metadata To Spy on You Without a Warrant

A new letter from Sen. Ron Wyden (D–Ore.) reveals that the agency admitted the practice nearly three years ago but would not allow him to reveal it.

Roll Call

Senate Republicans pump brakes on tax deal after big House win - Roll Call

The $79 billion tax bill the House passed by an overwhelming margin this week is likely to face a speed bump in the Senate.

Roll Call

Tax bill overcomes objections from left and right, passes House - Roll Call

The House on Wednesday night passed a $79 billion family and business tax break bill after several days of uncertainty.

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