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Congress near a Big Three deal, with strings attached

US automakers are likely to get $15 billion in federal loans, but lawmakers insist on industry restructuring.
12/08/2008 12:00 am
After big losses, GOP looks to rebuild public trust

Leaders say they’ll have to examine their party’s ‘brand’ and consider new faces.
11/06/2008 12:00 am
The Vote Romney: Giving up on McCain or just trying to raise money?

10/28/2008 01:00 am
Congress prepared to work quickly on administration financial rescue plan

Key members call for bipartisan effort after meeting with administration officials.
09/19/2008 01:00 am
Congress eyes solutions for Wall Street woes

Lawmakers focus on bailouts and look to overhaul financial regulations.
09/18/2008 01:00 am
Bright Green GOP lawmakers block renewable-energy-credit bill

Legislation to extend some $18 billion worth of tax credits for renewable energy fizzled in the Senate Wednesday, as Republican lawmakers made good on their stated intent to prevent the bill from moving forward unless it were accompanied by support for domestic oil drilling.
07/31/2008 01:00 am
Congress deadlocked over offshore drilling

The GOP blocked three energy bills last week to force Democrats to lift a drilling ban.
07/28/2008 01:00 am
Congress deadlocked on ways to lower gas prices

The key stumblingblock: whether to lift a ban on offshore drilling.
07/26/2008 01:00 am
Updated: U.S. public’s thirst for oil prodding Congress to act

With Bush urging new oil exploration in coastal waters, top lawmakers respond with calls to tap the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
07/15/2008 01:00 am
Senate warms to a climate policy

Even though legislation fell to defeat, Friday’s debate marked the first time a majority backed a cap on carbon emissions.
06/08/2008 01:00 am
Economic risks imperil climate bill

In the Senate, opponents focus on pump prices and tax consequences.
06/05/2008 01:00 am
Farm bill highlights rich-poor debate

Congress and Bush have routinely clashed over salary caps for federal aid programs.
05/19/2008 01:00 am
Farm bill highlights rich-poor debate

Congress and Bush have routinely clashed over salary caps for federal aid programs.
05/19/2008 01:00 am
Behind the Senate deal on housing relief

The $15 billion compromise bill includes tax breaks for builders and buyers.
04/04/2008 01:00 am
In shift, G.O.P. welcomes Iraq debate

Republican senators see the issue as a plus for the presidential campaign.
02/28/2008 12:00 am
Risks from lapsed wiretap law are disputed

House Democrats, who let the law expire Saturday, see little danger. Intelligence officials argue the ability to track potential terrorists is impaired.
02/19/2008 12:00 am
House set to let warrantless eavesdropping law lapse

President lobbied hard Thursday for renewal of Protect America Act, which expires Feb. 16.
02/15/2008 12:00 am
In rare agreement, Congress OKs rebate checks

Package will give most US households $300 to $1,200 apiece, plus an extra $300 per child.
02/08/2008 12:00 am
Bush calls on Congress to pass $140 billion stimulus package

Democratic congressional leaders hope to have a final deal by Jan. 28.
01/18/2008 12:00 am
In '08, a curtailed agenda for Congress

The economy and education are areas where lawmakers may break partisan gridlock.
01/16/2008 12:00 am
Watchdog FEC sidelined as elections roll

The Federal Election Commission has vacancies in four of six seats and it hasn't acted on a new ethics law.
01/09/2008 12:00 am
During winter recess, Democrats keep Congress in session to thwart Bush

The tactic is a result of a 'press for presidential power,' some analysts say. But it's too early to tell whether the use of pro forma sessions will mean no more recess appointments by the president.
01/03/2008 12:00 am