Topic: John Sununu

Mitt Romney running mate: Marco Rubio, Sarah Palin – or Paul Ryan? (+video)

Sen. John McCain joked that Sarah Palin might make a good vice presidential running mate for Mitt Romney. Palin said Romney should 'go rogue.' But Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan might be the best choice, says DCDecoder.

South Carolina debate: Gingrich and Romney face each other - and their baggage

Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich are very close in South Carolina polling. Going into Thursday night's four-man debate, the two front-runners each have new personal issues facing them.

As debate approaches, Republicans, conservatives target Newt Gingrich

As front-runner in the Republican presidential nominating race, Newt Gingrich is a natural target for critics. At this point, it's mainly conservatives and fellow Republicans questioning his character and leadership qualities.

Newt Gingrich: Talking 'crazy' or 'crazy like a fox'?

Newt Gingrich is 'too crazy' or  'too impulsive' to be president, according to the Romney campaign – and the GOP establishment. Will that tactic work?

Romney camp shifts into attack mode as Gingrich threatens (Video)

A new Romney ad released Friday lambasts Newt Gingrich for his criticism last spring of a fellow Republican. The gloves are off, but the Romney campaign is so far using surrogates for the fight.

Why New Hampshire hasn't joined the anti-Romney bandwagon

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney struggles to get more than 20 percent support in most polls. But he's long held a healthy lead in New Hampshire. The two are well matched.  

Might New Hampshire relent on its 'first primary' status? Not a chance.

New Hampshire residents are so determined that they once chose someone who insisted he wasn't even running for president. No way they'll let some other state horn in on their first-in-the-nation turf.

Five reasons the GOP race is so unsettled

Among the Republican candidates, Mitt Romney has emerged as the early front-runner. Yet the field remains as uncertain as any in modern times – can any of them beat Obama?

Four challengers try to unseat Michael Steele as Republican Party chair

The Republican National Committee votes Friday on the chairmanship. As this term of Michael Steele draws to a close, the Republican Party is $20 million in debt.

Despite TARP billions, bank prospects are iffy, panel finds

There's been progress, but 'toxic assets' remain on the books of many small banks, which have been failing at a rising rate.

Souter retirement gives Obama early Supreme Court pick

But the court's balance of power may not change much, as Justice Souter, a conservative choice, consistently voted liberal.

In Congress, a party sweep for Democrats

But they fall short of the 60 Senate seats needed to overcome filibusters and end gridlock.

Hurricane Gustav's political fallout: a subdued GOP convention

In rare agreement, Congress OKs rebate checks

Package will give most US households $300 to $1,200 apiece, plus an extra $300 per child.