Boehner ups chance of shutdown
Lew: W.H. wants to avoid shutdown
“There is no desire for that to come about," the OMB director tells reporters at a lunch.
Rove: Birther rumors discredit GOP
Palin slams FLOTUS over nursing
Sarah Palin repeats Michele Bachmann’s swipe at the first lady's comments on breastfeeding.
The politics of education upended
Neither side likes teacher compensation.
Ryan takes aim: Medicare, Medicaid
The budget committee chairman says House GOP will not just cut at the edges of programs.
GOP centrists join Dems on cuts
They put the brakes on some domestic-spending reductions in the House Wednesday.
Chris Rock disses the tea party
Top Dems cool on Napolitano run
Not everyone wants her in the mix to replace Jon Kyl in Arizona's Senate delegation.
House OKs rider to defund net rules
The House approved an amendment to withdraw funding for policing open Internet order violations.
HUD: Sign agreement, stay quiet
Housing lobbyists are made to sign a "gag order" to participate in rental policy talks.
How a sophomore beat the speaker
He corrals GOP freshmen into making a defense cut.
Experts: Christie's moment is now
GOP treads lightly with freshmen
John Boehner and GOP leaders are caught between coddling and fearing powerful House rookies.
Carney overcomes early jitters
The new press secretary is intent on improving the administration’s relationship with the media.
Two W.H. aides form consulting firm
Sources say Bill Burton and Sean Sweeney will leave the Obama administration this Friday.
Brown reveals childhood abuse
The Massachusetts senator speaks out for the first time in an interview airing Sunday.
Lord of the manor
Innovation is hostage to regulations
Opinion: The FCC's onerous new rules will threaten the Internet's dynamic spirit.
No compromises on national security
Opinion: Even as our nation is at war, some amendments threaten the U.S. Institute of Peace.
GOP-ers move to defund health law
Two House Republicans introduce amendments aimed at pulling the plug on reform.
Armey: Don't fix 'Obamacare'
FreedomWorks warns Republicans not to make changes that might boost the law's popularity.
Invest in nation's 'smart power'
Opinion: In this climate our constituents are demanding efficient programs with tangible results.
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Palin flirts with presidential run
Sarah says no one better qualified for the White House than a woman, mom and former governor.
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Biden passes the torch to Lew
The VP says the administration "met our goals" on the stimulus. Plus: Carney scrambles for his notes.
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Budget cuts key to fiscal health?
Dem Reps. Gene Green, Mike Honda, Ted Deutch and Bill Pascrell say no. What's your take?
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A salute to Bill Cosby
The comedian, actor and Navy man was made an honorary chief petty officer on Thursday.
Perriello better for Obama?
Obama: Kaine would be 'great'
After speaking with the president, the DNC chairman is reportedly seriously considering a Senate bid.
Poll: Obama is tied with GOP's pick
In a 2012 election preview, Barack Obama and the Republican candidate each get 45 percent.
Gates: 'Low' chance Gitmo closes
The base won't be shuttered any time soon, he says.
Clinton allocates Egypt funds
The secretary announces $150 million to support the country's transition efforts toward democracy.
Huntsman's bro: Decision coming soon
Familiar ring to Obama's budget cuts
The president called for dozens of the same reductions last year — and the year before.
Protesters visit Boehner's apartment
They're upset the continuing resolution would cut funding for D.C. reproductive health services.
Obama cool on home heating aid?
Simon says the president could run into trouble if a low-income assistance program is cut back.
Isaa: Probe not aimed at lawmakers
He says the focus is determining if Countrywide improperly sought influence through VIP loans.
Issa targets Countrywide program
Entitlement reform a struggle for GOP
When pressed, Republicans defer to Obama.
Reps target Pelosi Capitol project
Two Republicans are moving to kill funding for an environmental program created by Nancy Pelosi.
Green groups to Rahm: Pick a side!
The mayoral candidate won't answer yes or no on a coal question.
Powell: CIA should answer on WMD
He wants to know why the agency and the Pentagon gave so much credence to a bad Iraq source.
State: More Clapton in N. Korea
Budget battle over funding for nukes
Senate Republicans who won nuclear modernization cash are now butting heads with the House GOP.
Feinstein: U.S. intel missed warnings
The senator says American officials paid little attention to social media tools in Egypt.
