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Congress returned to Washington on Monday for the final weeks of the 119th Congress, following midterm elections that will give Democrats control of both chambers in January.
Lawmakers face a Dec. 11 deadline to extend federal funding or risk a government shutdown. The agenda also includes the annual defense authorization bill, a farm bill, energy-permitting legislation and other pending measures.
Leadership elections are also scheduled as the parties prepare for the change in congressional control. Republicans Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan are competing for a House leadership position, while Hakeem Jeffries is expected to become speaker when the new Congress convenes.
Lawmakers are also considering issues including the federal debt limit, congressional stock-trading restrictions and an impeachment matter involving Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The timing and outcome of several proposals remain uncertain as Congress works through the lame-duck session.
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