Congress Didn’t Officially Adjourn

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Even though most lawmakers are leaving Capitol Hill for the next several weeks, neither chamber of Congress officially adjourned. 

Check out the full story from Pro Publica, which explains that the move is a procedural tactic to block President Barack Obama from making recess appointments in Congress’ absence.

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