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Waxman Wins House Committee Post

 
Waxman succeeded in his bid to unseat Dingell, the powerful chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee. The shift in leadership is likely to have an impact on a host of industries, particularly the auto and energy sectors. (link)

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