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4 Congress stories from the tehworldnews daily roundup, newest first. Every story is checked against multiple major outlets.

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USACongress

House Democrats plan early votes on healthcare and the Iran war

House Democratic leaders plan early votes to strengthen Medicaid, restore enhanced ACA subsidies, address the Iran war and reverse some tariffs after Congress convenes on January 3.

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USACongress

Democrats prepare new immigration investigations

Democrats prepare immigration oversight investigations, including fatal federal-agent shootings, when their congressional majorities take office in January.

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USACongressDeveloping

Democrats lock in wide majorities in both chambers

Democrats will hold at least 54 Senate seats and a wide House majority after Tuesday's midterms, with Senate races in Alaska and Mississippi still undecided.

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USAMidtermsDeveloping

Democrats win the House, taking full control of Congress

Democrats won the House of Representatives in Tuesday's midterm elections, adding it to a Senate win and taking full control of Congress. Some close races are still being counted.

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