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Democrats map out an agenda to address affordability and corruption after midterm sweep

CNBC ·First reported 58m ago

Democrats map out an agenda to address affordability and corruption after midterm sweep — Image: CNBC

In control of Congress, Democrats are preparing to pursue legislation to address affordability, while also trying to rein-in President Donald Trump

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