Small Business Administration administrator Kelly Loeffler walks at the White House, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Small Business Administration administrator Kelly Loeffler walks at the White House, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Small Business Administration administrator Kelly Loeffler walks at the White House, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

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