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Trump pushes back on criticism of economy in contentious prime-time speech; 'A gut punch': GA small-business owner on loss of ACA subsidies; Conservationists: CO outdoor economy at risk from development; Report: MO outpaces nation on after-school meals but gaps remain.

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House Democrats gain support for forcing a vote on extending ACA subsidies. Trump addresses first-year wins and future success and the FCC Chairman is grilled by a Senate committee.

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States are waiting to hear how much money they'll get from the Rural Health Transformation Program, the DHS is incentivizing local law enforcement to join the federal immigration crackdown and Texas is creating its own Appalachian Trail.

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