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Paradox for gun industry: Having allies in Washington is bad for business
Two years into a 2nd Amendment-friendly presidency, and a Senate led by Republicans, the ‘Trump slump’ means falling sales and complacency.
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New year brings changes as Mainers begin to file tax returns
The standard deduction has roughly doubled, and those with dependent children and those who itemize deductions will see differences.
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Q&A: How the government shutdown might end
As the impasse hits the 3-week mark, a look at what’s the easiest solution, and the most likely.
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Maine Republican Party leadership facing challenge in wake of defeats
Four top legislators urge the party’s state committee to select Garrett Mason of Lisbon Falls over Demi Kouzounas of Saco, who has led Republicans for the past two years.
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ACA sign-ups in Maine appear to be down as deadline for 2019 nears
Republican moves to undercut the Affordable Care Act may be the cause, but another reason may be that more Mainers are just keeping their current plans.
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After extensive losses, Maine Republicans regrouping and strategizing
Still in postmortem mode over the midterms, when the party suffered defeats for governor, Congress and control of the Legislature, its leaders muse on how to win over voters in 2020.
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GOP breaks with Trump on support for Saudi Arabia after journalist’s murder
Many Republicans have denounced the president’s decision not to penalize the kingdom for killing Jamal Khashoggi.
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Conservatives push back on sick-leave laws
In the last three years, a dozen states have banned localities from passing paid leave requirements.
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Hedging against Trump? Fed chair builds network of support on Capitol Hill
Top Republicans are supporting Jerome Powell, saying he is doing a good job with the economy in the face of increasing criticism from President Trump.