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HUD Sends $12.3 Million For W.Va. Affordable Housing

The U.S. Senate allocated more than $12.3 million to affordable housing projects in West Virginia, taking part in an effort to support individuals experiencing homelessness across the state.

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Capito: 'I'm A Little Pessimistic' Government Shutdown Can Be Avoided

Republicans in the House of Representatives, where Capito once served, have failed to come to an agreement on how to fund the government.

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January 3, 1959: Robert C. Byrd Sworn into US Senate

On January 3, 1959, Democrat Robert C. Byrd was sworn in as a member of the U.S. Senate—in the presence of three future presidents: then-Vice President…

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November 18, 2009: Senator Robert C. Byrd Longest Serving Member of Congress

On November 18, 2009, Senator Robert C. Byrd became the nation’s longest-serving member of Congress. He was first elected to public office in 1946. After…

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