Elizabeth MacDonough
Elizabeth MacDonough is the current Senate parliamentarian, a key official responsible for interpreting the Senate's rules and procedures. Her role has gained significant attention as Senate Republicans seek clarification on budgetary matters, particularly regarding the potential for passing tax cuts without adding to the deficit. MacDonough's decisions can greatly influence the success of legislative initiatives, making her a pivotal figure in the ongoing discussions around the budget and Trump's agenda.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 3 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +40% | 331,002,651 | 432,280 | $21,000,000 | 27,425$ |
| Totals | 3 | 331,002,651 | 432,280 | $21,000,000 | 27,425$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
The bill originally barred funds for ten years, before the Senate Parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, reduced the measure to one year.
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United States:
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough reduced the measure to one year.
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United States:
Elizabeth MacDonough reduced the original funding ban from ten years to one year.
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United States:
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough determined that several Medicaid reforms did not follow Senate rules.
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United States:
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough advised that a provision prohibiting Medicaid funds can stay in the bill.
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United States:
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough determined that several Medicaid reforms did not follow Senate rules.
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United States:
Elizabeth MacDonough has been the Senate Parliamentarian for over a dozen years, acting as a nonpartisan enforcer of its rules.
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United States:
Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough’s determination that several Medicaid reforms did not follow Senate rules.
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United States:
Elizabeth MacDonough made decisions that complicated the passage of the bill.
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United Kingdom:
Senate parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough ruled that a change to taxes that states use to pay for Medicaid was not allowed under the rules.
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