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FILE - In this April 4, 2017, file photo, the Supreme Court Building is seen in Washington. In an era of deep partisan division, the Supreme Court could soon decide whether the drawing of electoral districts can be too political. A dispute over Wisconsin’s Republican-drawn boundaries for the state legislature offers Democrats some hope of cutting into GOP electoral majorities across the United States.(AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

The Latest: WI attorney general happy redistricting on hold

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Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Obamacare repeal effort by GOP stonewalled by Democrats

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

Jon Ossoff, Democratic candidate for Georgia's 6th congressional district talks to supporters during a stop at a campaign office in Chamblee, Ga., Monday, June 19, 2017. The race between Ossoff and Republican Karen Handel is seen as a significant political test for the new Trump Administration. The district traditionally goes Republican, but most consider the race too close to call as voters head to the polls on Tuesday. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

The Latest: Candidates make final push in Georgia House race

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FILE - In this April 6, 2017 file photo, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., walks from his office on Capitol Hill in Washington. Democrats plan to slow the Senate’s work, force votes and make late-night speeches in an effort to focus attention on how Republicans are crafting legislation revamping the nation’s health care system behind closed doors, a senior Democratic aide said Monday, June 19, 2017. (AP Photo/Cliff Owen, File)

Dems’ motions, speeches knock GOP health bill for secrecy

By ALAN FRAM - Associated Press

In this Feb. 9, 2017, file photo, the HealthCare.gov website, where people can buy health insurance, is displayed on a laptop screen in Washington. Health insurance tax credits, mandates, taxation of employer coverage, essential benefits. Mind-numbing health care jargon is flying around again as Republicans move to repeal and replace the Obama-era Affordable Care Act. Its time to start paying attention. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

‘Repeal and replace’ plan forces state-run exchanges to grapple with uncertain future

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

FILE - In this April 4, 2017, file photo, the Supreme Court Building is seen in Washington. In an era of deep partisan division, the Supreme Court could soon decide whether the drawing of electoral districts can be too political. A dispute over Wisconsin’s Republican-drawn boundaries for the state legislature offers Democrats some hope of cutting into GOP electoral majorities across the United States.(AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Justices could take up high-stakes fight over electoral maps

By MARK SHERMAN - Associated Press

Republican state Sen. Deidre Henderson speaks during a debate at Mountain View High School on Friday, June 16, 2017, in Orem, Utah, on the eve of a Utah GOP convention where delegates will winnow the crowded field. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

The Latest: Democrats nominate Allen in Chaffetz race

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Chris Herrod, a loan officer in Provo, speaks during a debate at Mountain View High School on Friday, June 16, 2017, in Orem, Utah, on the eve of a Utah GOP convention where delegates will winnow the crowded field. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

The Latest: GOP candidates talk spending cuts, health law

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Republican state Sen. Deidre Henderson speaks during a debate at Mountain View High School on Friday, June 16, 2017, in Orem, Utah, on the eve of a Utah GOP convention where delegates will winnow the crowded field. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

Utah GOP faithful backs ex-legislator for Chaffetz’s seat

By MICHELLE L. PRICE - Associated Press

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and other Republicans are targeted in Democratic National Committee ad. (Associated Press/File)

GOP weighs options as health bill faces hurdle on abortion

By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR - Associated Press

Sen. Charles E. Schumer, New York Democrat. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Chuck Schumer invites GOP to open talks on health care

By Tom Howell Jr. - The Washington Times

GOP, Dem governors call for changes in House health bill

By THOMAS BEAUMONT - Associated Press

North Carolina Republicans still negotiating final budget

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Wisconsin Assembly OKs request for constitutional convention

By TODD RICHMOND - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 8, 2017 file photo, House Majority Whip Steve Scalise of La. speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington. Scalise was shot Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at a congressional baseball practice in Alexandria, Va., congressional officials say. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

The Latest: Trump sits by wounded Scalise’s bedside

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Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder, right, House Speaker Tom Leonard, center, and Senate Majority Leader Arlan Meekhof, left, speak to reporters after announcing a budget and pension deal on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at the Capitol in Lansing, Mich. The Republicans had been at odds over trying to close the pension system to new hires, and the impasse had prolonged budget work. (AP Photo/David Eggert)

Michigan leaders reach deal on teacher pensions, budget

By DAVID EGGERT - Associated Press

President Donald Trump speaks before having lunch with Republican Senators and White House staffers in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, June 13, 2017. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

AP sources: Trump tells senators House health bill ‘mean’

By ALAN FRAM - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 24, 2017 file photo, President Donald Trump with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price are seen in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. For Republicans, health care is becoming a big political gamble. Not only are they trying to scale back major benefit programs being used by millions of people, but they’re doing so even as the public is leery of drastic changes, and there’s no support outside their own party. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)

GOP’s pursuit of health care overhaul comes with risks

By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR - Associated Press

FILE - In this March 24, 2017 file photo, President Donald Trump with Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price are seen in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington. For Republicans, health care is becoming a big political gamble. Not only are they trying to scale back major benefit programs being used by millions of people, but they’re doing so even as the public is leery of drastic changes, and there’s no support outside their own party. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais, File)

Republicans are taking a big political risk on health care

By RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR - Associated Press

Tobacco tax cuts at heart of Legislature’s legal dispute

By KYLE POTTER - Associated Press