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The drop erases the year's gains so far.

The rise in wages suggests employers are competing more fiercely for workers.

Dr. Brenda Fitzgerald had been in the job since July.

The potential disruption from three renowned innovators in technology and finance sent a shock wave through the health care sector, erasing billions in market capitalization in seconds.

Growth was spurred by a surge in consumer spending, but the gain was slightly below economists’ 2.8 percent forecast.

The temporary funding bill would reopen the government through Feb. 8.

The White House and GOP leaders said they would not negotiate with Democrats on immigration until the government is reopened.

Last-minute negotiations crumbled as Dems and GOP blame each other.

The retail giant has narrowed the list after sorting through 238 proposals.

Advocates for low-income people say work has never been a requirement for Medicaid, originally intended as a health program for the poor and disabled.