Four competing priorities have slowed Republicans ahead of the midterms
They publishedFour competing priorities bog down Republicans ahead of midterms
First reportThe Washington Post · 20 Jul, 10:00Z
Latest reportThe Washington Post · 20 Jul, 10:00Z
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Why it matters
What
Four competing priorities are bogging down Republicans ahead of the midterms.
Why
GOP leaders disagree on funding an Iran war, aiding farmers, and enacting voting restrictions before Nov. 3.
Watch
Internal divisions may keep blocking progress on these priorities before Nov. 3.
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