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Congress torn between governing and campaigning as Election Day nears
Original: The closer Congress gets to Election Day, the harder it becomes to choose between governing and campaigning
As the US midterm election season intensifies, members of Congress are spending less time in Washington and more time back in their districts campaigning. The squeeze raises familiar questions about whether legislation, spending bills and oversight can move forward when lawmakers' attention shifts to winning re-election. Commentators note the tension between legislative duties and campaign travel grows sharper with every week closer to the vote.
Why now: Election Day is approaching, and Congress's ability to legislate while members campaign is being debated.
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- The closer Congress gets to Election Day, the harder it becomes to choose between governing and campaigning · Federal News Network
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