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While the defense industry has announced plans to make more munitions, much of that expanded production will not quickly kick in.
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The defense secretary testified on the eve of the 60-day mark of the war, a major statutory deadline for the president to withdraw forces or seek approval from Congress to continue the fight.
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The secretary was also questioned over civilian deaths, an accusation of antisemitic remarks and women in combat.
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European nations imposed temporary taxes in the 2022 energy shock when Russia invaded Ukraine, but whether they can effectively help households is up for debate.
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The expected flood of new congressional maps is likely to produce fewer competitive districts, fewer ways for voters to hold elected officials accountable and more polarized politics.