This week, an important tradition is taking place on Capitol Hill — the biannual orientation for newly-elected members of Congress. Unfortunately, our lawmakers are sharing the stage for a more somber undertaking — a lame-duck session called to finish work on the federal budget.

At midnight tonight, the 16th Continuing Resolution — the temporary spending bill passed to keep the government functioning in the absence of a budget — expires. After passing yet anothe ...

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