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What is the latest news in Washington D.C.?

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Recent news in Washington D.C. includes House Republicans advancing major crypto regulation bills, a man detained near the Capitol with weapons, debates over federal spending cuts, and firings at the Justice Department. President Trump also commented on Federal Reserve leadership and trade tariffs.

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Trump says it's unlikely he'll fire Powell

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  • President Trump raised the idea of firing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during a meeting with House Republicans. 13s
  • Trump later said it is unlikely he will remove Powell before the end of his term. 18s
  • Lawmakers expressed concerns about the Fed not cutting interest rates as Trump prefers. 38s
  • Trump acknowledged that removing Powell could disrupt stock markets. 52s
  • Legal precedent and Supreme Court guidance indicate the president cannot remove the Fed chair before his term ends. 1m 24s
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Trump says it's unlikely he'll fire Powell
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CBS America
18 hours ago
Trump says it's unlikely he'll fire Powell

Trump said it is unlikely he will fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, despite earlier suggestions.

Federal spending cuts debated in Congress
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Fox News
1 day ago
Federal spending cuts debated in Congress

Congress is close to passing federal spending cuts, with debates over reductions to public broadcasting and international aid.

Man with bow and arrow detained near U.S. Capitol
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Fox News
2 days ago
Man with bow and arrow detained near U.S. Capitol

A man with a bow and arrow and guns in his car was detained by Capitol Police near Pennsylvania Avenue; no injuries or threats reported.

Trump locks in crypto bill support
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CNBC
2 days ago
Trump locks in crypto bill support

House Republicans secured enough support to move forward with key cryptocurrency regulation bills after a dramatic late-night meeting and a statement from Trump.

Justice Department officials who investigated Trump, allies fired
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CBS America
3 days ago
Justice Department officials who investigated Trump, allies fired

Over 20 Justice Department employees involved in Trump-related investigations were fired, raising concerns about ongoing cases.

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