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David Hawkings’ Whiteboard: How Congress’ Schedule Works

By David Hawkings and Thomas McKinless

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As chaotic as any given workweek in Congress may seem, life on Capitol Hill does tend to have a predictable, Monday-through-Friday rhythm. Roll Call senior editor David Hawkings takes a look at the typical weekly schedule in the House and the Senate.

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