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And the president — who has for months condemned his supporters for their repeated calls for transparency in the case — would almost certainly veto the bill if it makes it to his desk.

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Potential House seat gain for Democrats after a state judge in Utah vetoed a GOP-drawn congressional map, and instead chose a version that potentially hands Democrats one of Utah’s four congressional districts.

Federal Reserve Board Governors have the authority to approve or veto those appointments and reappointments.

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Ordinarily, the establishment of a land use panel — one with no veto power at that — would not be considered historic or particularly memorable.

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Belgium holds the bulk of these reserves and securities, de facto giving it a veto over the plan.

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