A compromise defense policy bill in Congress would bar the purchase of more Russian-made rocket engines to launch U.S. military satellites, clearing the way for competitive bids for 14 future launches, senior congressional aides said on Tuesday.
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President Barack Obama pledged on Tuesday to veto a deal still under negotiation in Congress that would make several expiring business tax breaks permanent.
Mexico would seek "hundreds of millions" of dollars in trade retaliation against the United States if Washington does not change meat labeling laws, a Mexican official said, as Mexico and Canada kept up pressure on the United States to act.
The troubled US Postal Service (USPS) reported an annual loss amounting to USD5 billion for the fiscal year that ended on September 30 despite efforts to improve profitability.
Obama, in an interview with the Associated Press, said he expects Congress to reopen government and increase debt ceiling before the October 17 deadline.
History showed greater economic performance after a shutdown, but there are many issues after that which need action from government.
NBC reporter Michael O'Brien said the legacy of President Barack Obama would be on the line as he awaits Congressional approval on air strikes against Syria.
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