Politics
Republicans split on E15 ethanol fuel bill
The House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 ethanol fuel, a move that garnered support from 122 Republicans but faced opposition from 90. The vote was seen as a significant win for members from corn-producing states.
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The Hill
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent offered indirect praise for Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Wednesday after the centrist Democrat broke party lines on a vote confirming Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair. Bessent hailed Republican senators and Fetterman for putting “country before politic
2026-05-13 22:32 UTC
The Hill
The House on Wednesday passed a bill to codify year-round sales of E15 ethanol fuel, a major win for members from corn-producing states but one that drew fierce opposition from other Republicans. The vote was 218-203, with 122 Republicans, 95 Democrats and 1 independent voting in favor, and 90 Repu
2026-05-13 22:47 UTC