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More than two-thirds of U.S. state economies strengthened in Q4.

Germany leads opposition to greater expansion of firewall.

Germany leads opposition to greater expansion of firewall.

Temporary increase above $1 trln gives Germany political cover.

Temporary increase above $1 trln gives Germany political cover.

Measure would extend programs through June 30.

Measure would extend programs through June 30.

Ways and Means approves $46 bln break in party-line vote.