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Some breaking news: Hours after The Lever’s big story today exposing Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen trying to help her health care, finance and weapons industry donors restrict antitrust regulators, Shaheen is beginning to retreat.

Moments ago on the floor of the U.S. Senate, Shaheen promised that next year she will rescind her cuts to antitrust enforcers’ budget.

Shaheen’s reversal is not enough — the cuts should be rescinded now. However, it’s a big deal that this powerful corporate-backed lawmaker abruptly changed her position right after our blockbuster report went viral. 

It is indisputable proof that the journalism you are supporting continues to hold politicians accountable — and makes a real-world impact.

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Sirota