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The proposed Weymouth compressor station would be constructed between the MWRA Braintree-Weymouth Pump Station, in the foreground, and Bridge Street, the road that crosses the Fore River Bridge. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

'Unjustifiable And Unneeded': Lawmakers Urge Halt On Weymouth Compressor

Also in this week's political newsletter: how Rep. Katherine Clark views the impeachment hearings.

Deval Patrick: 'I've Wanted To Be In From The Beginning'

Plus: Rep. Ayanna Pressley calls for a criminal justice overhaul.

Rep. Pressley: The Impeachment Case That Democrats Make Has To Be 'Airtight'

Rep. Ayanna Pressley said her main goal is ensuring that articles of impeachment are carefully considered and backed by facts.

Pro-Biden Super PAC Has A Boston Connection

Plus: As House Democrats move to codify the impeachment inquiry, as a Massachusetts congressman seeks the top spot on a key committee.

Amid Capitol Hill Drama, Mass. Democrats Try To Show They Can Walk And Chew Gum

“In our important work for the people, the House Democrats will continue to investigate, litigate — and to legislate,” said Rep. Katherine Clark.

Mass. Members Of Congress Recall Cummings' 'Powerful Legacy'

Also in this week's politics newsletter: endorsements -- or lack therof.

Pressley Spotlights Local Impact Of Trump Immigration Policies

Also in this week's newsletter: As Warren eschews big donors (for herself), she woos South Carolina voters with a student loan plan.

Why Harvard's Admissions Case Win May Be Fleeting

Plus in this week's political newsletter: Might Rep. Richard Neal reveal another whistleblower?

The Gloves Come Off Over Corporate Cash In Markey Vs. Kennedy

Sen. Ed Markey’s campaign released a video hitting Rep. Joe Kennedy III for his No Corporate PAC pledge, despite the Newton congressman’s past acceptance of donations from corporate campaign committees.

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Sep 26, 2019

U.S. Rep. Joseph Kennedy III, left, and U.S. Sen. Ed Markey, during a 2017 rally (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Here Are 2 Endorsements That Won't Come In Kennedy Vs. Markey

Plus, in our latest weekly newsletter: Pressley presses a Kavanaugh probe, and Warren questions the Equifax settlement.

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Sep 19, 2019

Witnesses including from left, Maria Isabel Bueso of Concord, Calif., Jonathan Sanchez, 16, of Boston, and others are sworn in at a House Oversight subcommittee hearing. (Jacquelyn Martin/AP)

Dems Want Answers On Medical Deferrals And May Use Subpoenas To Get Them

In this week's issue of Boston to The Beltway: Congress is back, immigration officials are mum, Democratic 2020 hopefuls are ready to rumble, and endorsements are flying for a race...

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Sep 12, 2019

Vice President Mike Pence, left, and U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Edward Crawford speak to the media at the ambassador's residence in Dublin on Tuesday. Pence did not stay in Dublin. (Peter Morrison/AP)

Warren Probes State Department Role In Pence's Trump Property Trip In Ireland

The vice president's trip this week to meet with Irish leaders in Dublin included a stay at the Trump International Hotel in Doonbeg, some 175 miles away.

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Sep 5, 2019

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Boston To The Beltway

'Unjustifiable And Unneeded': Lawmakers Urge Halt On Weymouth Compressor

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Deval Patrick: 'I've Wanted To Be In From The Beginning'

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Rep. Pressley: The Impeachment Case That Democrats Make Has To Be 'Airtight'

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Pro-Biden Super PAC Has A Boston Connection

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Amid Capitol Hill Drama, Mass. Democrats Try To Show They Can Walk And Chew Gum

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Mass. Members Of Congress Recall Cummings' 'Powerful Legacy'

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Pressley Spotlights Local Impact Of Trump Immigration Policies

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Why Harvard's Admissions Case Win May Be Fleeting

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The Gloves Come Off Over Corporate Cash In Markey Vs. Kennedy

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Here Are 2 Endorsements That Won't Come In Kennedy Vs. Markey

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Dems Want Answers On Medical Deferrals And May Use Subpoenas To Get Them

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Warren Probes State Department Role In Pence's Trump Property Trip In Ireland

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