Dozens of House Democrats to vote no to health care
A couple dozen House Democrats are expected to reject a U.S. health care reform bill when it reaches the floor, a survey by The Hill indicates.
Foreign, domestic issues on Obama's agenda
The economy, international issues and energy were topics of meetings U.S. President Barack Obama scheduled out of the public eye at the White House Tuesday.
Biden: U.S. committed to Israel's security
Vice President Joe Biden reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to Israel's security to Israeli leaders Tuesday in Jerusalem.
Republicans, Dems polarized on abortion
Republicans and Democrats have become increasingly polarized on whether abortion should be illegal, a U.S. poll suggests.
Obama to offer map in health care debate
U.S. President Barack Obama will offer a road map for the next steps in health care reform and a plea for swift congressional action, the White House said.
U.S. to reveal parts of 'net security plan
The Obama administration said it plans to declassify parts of the Comprehensive National Cybersecurity Initiative, a U.S. effort on Internet security rules.
Lt. gov. to challenge Arkansas' Lincoln
Arkansas Lt. Gov. Bill Halter officially announced Monday he will challenge U.S. Sen. Blanche Lincoln, already seen as vulnerable, in the Democratic primary.
Edwards' aide accused of stealing sex tape
Lawyers representing Rielle Hunter, John Edwards' mistress, allege Edwards' former aide, Andrew Young, stole a sex tape featuring the former U.S. senator.
Economy, trade defense on Obama's plate
The economy, trade and defense were on U.S. President Barack Obama's agenda Tuesday, with closed-door White House meetings scheduled for the three issues.
Obama to reveal new health care reform bill
Legislation that would let the U.S. government block excessive rate increases by health insurance companies will be sought by the White House, officials said.
Obama to announce plan to help homeowners
Families in U.S. states with high unemployment and low home prices will benefit from a new $1.5 billion federal program, the White House said Friday.
GOP calls for public debate on jobs bill
Republican congressional leaders Wednesday called on Democratic leaders to join them in a public debate on legislation to "get Americans back to work."
Patrick Kennedy to leave Congress
Kennedy's decision to step down means there will be no member of his family holding elective office for the first time since John F. Kennedy entered Congress on Jan. 3, 1947.
Alaska mulls new ethics rules post-Palin
Alaskan legislators are considering new ethics regulations aimed at getting rid of some ambiguities that came up when Sarah Palin was governor.
GOP hints it might skip healthcare summit
U.S. House Republican leaders Monday indicated they might be "reluctant to participate" in a healthcare summit proposed by President Barack Obama.
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