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House GOP poised to pursue fast-track without aid for workers

House GOP poised to pursue fast-track without aid for workers Dropping Trade Adjustment Assistance risks losing Democratic support for the larger trade deal. By Jake Sherman and Manu Raju The House is on the brink of scheduling a standalone vote on giving President Barack Obama fast-track trade authority without accompanying worker assistance legislation, according to multiple sources familiar with the plan. The House could vote on Trade Promotion Authority as early as this week, the sources said. The House Rules Committee, which sets parameters for the consideration of legislation, meets late Tuesday afternoon. A final decision has not been made,… View Article