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GOP Faces Uphill Battle to Pass Defense Funding Before Democratic Takeover
With a dwindling legislative calendar and a numbers game that's stacked against them, Republicans are facing an uphill battle to pass defense funding before Democrats take control - and experts say it's a virtual impossibility. The Senate's 60-vote threshold for appropriations bills is a major hurdle, and with Democrats holding the reins come January, they have little incentive to compromise.
Trump Endures as Republican Linchpin Ahead of US Midterms
As the US heads into the midterms, President Trump is urging supporters to turn out and vote for Republican candidates, using a simple yet effective strategy: pretending he's on the ballot. He knows his presence can drive turnout, and he's counting on his loyal base to help his fellow Republicans win big.