Republicans and Democrats are in dealmaking mode as time runs out for legislative action

Election season is almost here. Congress is rushing to legislate first.

Lawmakers say they’re ready to put partisan bickering aside and move some bipartisan bills before midterm campaigning gets into full swing.

Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) speaks with reporters as he departs a vote at the U.S. Capitol on March 12, 2026. (Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP........

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