🏛️ Politics 1d ago · Victor Feldman

As Congress leans on ‘pro formas,’ bills become law without Trump signature

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As Congress leans on ‘pro formas,’ bills become law without Trump signature
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With members largely in their districts to campaign in the final stretch before midterms, the House and Senate have transitioned to “pro forma” mode. But the rhythm of chambers gaveling in briefly every few days can mask the political undercurrents in the constant push and pull of power between Congress and the executive branch.



That dynamic was on display in July, when a blockbuster housing overhaul and a lesser-known measure expanding disaster relief payments to farmers quietly became law w

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