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After Health Talks, Some Republicans Cite Progress, Others Remain Glum

Republicans met on Tuesday to discuss plans to push forward with repeal and replace, but deep party divides over issues such as Medicaid may derail ambitious goals for voting on legislation before the Fourth of July.

Veterans Courts Focus On Treatment Over Punishment

In 2015, California became one of the first states to establish a specialized Military Diversion program for current and former military personnel accused of misdemeanors and suffering from service-related trauma, substance abuse or mental health problems.

Not Wanting Health Care To Consume Entire Calendar, GOP Leaders Aim For Summer Vote

“I don’t think this gets better over time,” said Sen. Roy Blunt (R-Mo.). “So my personal view is we’ve got until now and the Fourth of July to decide if the votes are there or not. And I hope they are.” Meanwhile, the many cooks the Republicans have in the kitchen could be impeding their progress.