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Student loans: Could GOP, White House strike a compromise on interest rates?
The interest rates set for student loans expire July 1 – one year after Congress took action. Now, there’s a growing desire to come up with a longer-term plan.
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Video: Sen. John McCain and Chuck Hagel tangle over Iraq
Sen. John McCain had a feisty exchange with Chuck Hagel about the Iraq troop surge at Senate confirmation hearings for President Obama's pick for secretary of defense.
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What Chuck Hagel would, and wouldn't, bring to job of Defense secretary
Chuck Hagel, a storied Republican maverick with a record of voting against his party, opposed the war in Iraq, supports engagement with Iran, and backed Barack Obama in his first presidential run.
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John Kerry, Chuck Hagel: Vietnam vets to lead US foreign and defense policies?
Sen. John Kerry is the leading contender to replace Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State. Former GOP Sen. Chuck Hagel could be Obama's next Defense Secretary.
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Defense cuts: Should defense firms notify workers of looming layoffs?
The Obama administration advises Pentagon contractors that federal labor law requiring a 60-day notice of layoffs does not apply to Jan. 1 sequester. GOP senators dub the move 'political expediency.'
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JOBS Act: Why are Democrats suddenly raising red flags?
No one wants to vote against jobs, but a wide swath of critics – ranging from the SEC, the AFL-CIO, and pension funds – worry that features in the proposed JOBS Act could hurt investors.
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Benjamin Netanyahu goes to Congress, saying patience with Iran wears thin
Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu is likely to find greater sympathy in Congress than at the Obama White House for his view that time grows short to halt Iran's nuclear-weapons development.
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GOP threatens huge cuts to unemployment insurance
The stalemate in Congress over extending a payroll tax cut also affects unemployment insurance. Republicans want to limit federal benefits for the long-term unemployed to 59 weeks, down from 99 weeks now. One Republican says he's willing to go to 26 weeks.
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Why House conservatives are offering fresh plan on federal debt
Reeling from the reaction to Rep. Paul Ryan's proposal to reform Medicare, an influential group of House Republicans offers an alternative plan to lock in spending and rein in the federal debt.
06/06/2011 09:27 pm -
Was Obama's speech too tough on Israel? Republican criticism mounts.
Congressional appropriators voiced doubts about some aspects of Obama's speech. But the most pointed criticism was from the GOP. 'Obama has thrown Israel under the bus,' Mitt Romney said.
05/19/2011 10:14 pm -
US role in Libya mission: Top Democrats say Obama got it right
Top Democrats in the Senate and House back Obama's commitment to help enforce the no-fly zone over Libya, and accept his assurances the US role as mission leader would be brief.
03/23/2011 10:11 pm -
Unemployment benefits: not until Bush tax cuts pass, Senate GOP says
Senate Republicans pledge not to take up any issues, including extending unemployment benefits, until the Bush tax cuts and federal spending bills are sorted out.
12/01/2010 09:01 pm -
Pakistan bombing kills 62, wounds 111
Pakistan bombing outside a government office on Friday killed 62 people and wounded 111 in one of the deadliest attacks in Pakistan this year.
07/09/2010 01:23 pm -
Obama address set to ramp up financial reform battle
President Obama will speak in New York Thursday, calling for 'swift Senate action' on a financial reform bill that would aim to curb Wall Street excesses. He'll need at least one GOP vote.
04/19/2010 03:42 pm -
Is any work better than no work? Not for unemployment benefits.
Unemployed Americans who take parttime or temp work may find that their unemployment benefits get cut after that job ends. It's a disincentive to work, but Congress is moving to remedy that.
03/29/2010 07:28 pm -
Chris Dodd to unveil financial reg reform; says GOP "terribly naive"
Sen. Chris Dodd said Republicans were "terribly naive" for wanting more time to study financial regulation reform
03/15/2010 09:00 am -
Opinion Obama can create jobs by modeling two good ideas
He should combine New Deal-era solutions with Germany's successful work-share program.
12/14/2009 10:08 am -
How Washington lobbyists peddle power
The equivalent of six health-care lobbyists for every member of Congress are registered for this year's biggest political battle.
09/28/2009 01:00 am -
Obama's tour of Afghanistan renews debate about US role
The presidential candidate met officials and soldiers here this weekend at the start of a global tour.
07/21/2008 01:00 am -
Senate passes veto-proof farm bill
Congress poised to override President Bush for only the second time.
05/15/2008 01:00 am -
If superdelegates pick nominee, Democrats face backlash
The idea that party insiders would decide contest strikes many as 'undemocratic.'
02/20/2008 12:00 am
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