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Podcast: Short Recess, Long on Goals

The Big Story, Episode 62

By Jason Dick and Niels Lesniewski

Posted July 12, 2017 at 4:57pm

The Senate will stick around Washington a little longer in August, shortening its recess to focus on an ambitious agenda. The list of things to do could include confirming the new FBI director. CQ Roll Call Senior Senate Reporter Niels Lesniewski and Leadership Editor Jason Dick break down what is doable.

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