Murkowski's Shift and Alaska's Role in the Senate Budget Bill
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune's effort to pass a major GOP bill is facing challenges, with Senator Lisa Murkowski resisting certain provisions related to Medicaid and food assistance, amid intense negotiations and policy disagreements among Republicans. The bill's progress is uncertain, with key senators expressing concerns and the legislative process moving toward the House, where further delays may occur.
- Capitol agenda: Murkowski slams brakes on megabill Politico
- Murkowski votes to advance GOP megabill after early misgivings over Medicaid, SNAP cuts The Hill
- Murkowski’s Alaska Gold Rush Loses Some Gold Plating The American Prospect
- US Senate moves toward final vote on big budget bill, with Alaska at the forefront Alaska Beacon
- Republicans Lavish Alaska With Benefits in Policy Bill, Grasping for a Key Vote The New York Times
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