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Budget deal done, Obama and Congress go their own ways

Budget deal done, Obama and Congress go their own ways

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Five days after Paul Ryan was sworn in as House speaker, the White House promised to invite him to meet President Barack Obama for a perfunctory but traditional photo opportunity. It would be a chance for the leaders to shake hands for the cameras and exchange pledges to work together. Ryan never got that invitation.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Five days after Paul Ryan was sworn in as House speaker, the White House promised to invite him to meet President Barack Obama for a perfunctory but traditional photo opportunity. It would be a chance for the leaders to shake hands for the cameras and exchange pledges to work together. Ryan never got that invitation.…