Economy

Senate passes Harvey relief, spending, and debt ceiling bill

By Al Weaver
Published September 7, 2017 6:34pm ET
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Senate passes Harvey relief, spending, and debt ceiling bill
The Senate easily passed legislation reflecting President Trump's deal with Democrats to provide billions of dollars in Harvey relief, and extend federal spending and borrowing authority into December. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite) | J. Scott Applewhite

The Senate on Thursday easily passed legislation reflecting President Trump’s surprise deal with Democrats to provide billions of dollars in Hurricane Harvey relief, and extend federal spending and borrowing authority into December.

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