U.S. House Passes $1.1 Trillion Spending Bill

U.S. House Passes $1.1 Trillion Spending Bill

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The transcript discusses a spending bill with a controversial provision allowing banks to trade risky assets with federal backing. This provision, part of a 1600-page bill, sparked bipartisan debate and was criticized by Democrats as unrelated to the bill's main purpose. The bill passed the House with some Democratic support and included a provision increasing political donation limits. It now faces potential objections in the Senate, particularly from Senator Elizabeth Warren, who opposes the bank-related provision. The outcome in the Senate remains uncertain, with possible procedural objections that could delay the bill.

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How did Elizabeth Warren react to the provision related to banks?

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What potential actions could be taken by senators regarding the bill?

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