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Could 'fiscal cliff' push US into recession? Five questions answered.

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) warned in a report Tuesday that if Congress does not deal with a raft of fiscal measures by Dec. 31, the US could enter another recession. So what is this fiscal cliff and what is Congress doing about it?
Gas prices fact check: Six ideas in Congress, but can they work?

Soaring gas prices have also shown a consistent and significant ability to push members of Congress over the deep end. Here's the experts' take on 6 ideas floating through Congress.
What does the JOBS Act actually do? Six questions answered.

A bipartisan bill known as the JOBS Act, for 'Jumpstart Our Business Startups,' is among the GOP's priorities in Congress. It is targeted at small-business owners, but what would the bill actually do?
Newt Gingrich ethics investigation: 4 facts you haven't heard from him

Recently on the campaign trail, Newt Gingrich has made a number of forceful claims about the 1997 "reprimand" he received from the House Ethics Committee and challenged anyone to "go read the 1,300 pages” of the report. We did. Here’s what we found:
Newt Gingrich: 8 of the GOP idea man's more unusual ideas

Newt Gingrich is a big ideas guy. Ask anybody. Some of the ideas end up working, while others are a little out there.

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Colombia trade pact may fall prey to November elections

Bush sends the free-trade agreement to Congress, but stiff opposition could derail it.
Congress to hear Petraeus on Iraq with eye on U.S. elections

Democrats hope this week's hearings can shift the war's course. GOP wants Clinton, Obama to acknowledge its gains.
Despite earmark reforms, 'pork' spending rises

The 2008 'Pig Book' says Congress spent $17.2 billion on pet projects in fiscal '08. But now it's easier to tell who did it.
Tubegazing: Tracy Ullman's 'State of the Union'

The comedienne's Showtime series creates skits you won't see on 'Saturday Night Live.'
Congress looking for broader fixes for U.S. economy

On the Hill, bills range from rule changes allowing judges to rewrite mortgage terms to a financial-sector overhaul.
Congress in no rush to fix Medicare and Social Security

A new report projects a $42.9 trillion shortfall for the two entitlement programs over the next 75 years.
Dalai Lama must balance politics, spiritual role

The Tibetan leader in exile must balance his stature as a monk with the very temporal demands of politics.
'State secrets' privilege fuels surveillance bill battle

Friday's House vote, ignoring veto threat, is latest bid by Democrats to rein in White House powers.
A test of ethics for Congress

The House won't police itself. That's why it needs an independent panel to investigate claims of wrongdoing.
Letters to the Editor

Readers write about impeachment, verifying legal immigrants, and pursuit of multiple religions.
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.
House set to let warrantless eavesdropping law lapse

President lobbied hard Thursday for renewal of Protect America Act, which expires Feb. 16.
Republicans, Democrats jockey on earmark reform

House Democrats consider an ethics board, and Republicans adopt reform standards.
Congress and the economy: After stimulus bill, what next?

Congress is likely to try other economic boosts. The GOP wants to extend the Bush tax cuts set to expire in 2010.
In rare agreement, Congress OKs rebate checks

Package will give most US households $300 to $1,200 apiece, plus an extra $300 per child.
State of the Union: Bush lauds progress in Iraq, pushes for quick U.S. stimulus plan

In his final year, the president proposes a modest agenda at home.
Stimulus bill hits Senate this week

A bipartisan accord in the House calls for a $150 billion spending plan, including significant tax rebates. But senators may want add-ons.
House, Bush stimulus deal on fast track

Democrats and Republicans are anxious to get $300 to $1,200 in tax-rebate checks to wage earners by spring.
Bush calls on Congress to pass $140 billion stimulus package

Democratic congressional leaders hope to have a final deal by Jan. 28.
Momentum builds for economic stimulus package

Bernanke's testimony bolsters support for quick action from Republicans and Democrats.
In '08, a curtailed agenda for Congress

The economy and education are areas where lawmakers may break partisan gridlock.
The view from the House majority leader

Rep. Steny Hoyer has strong criticism for the Iraq war and sees potential political fallout from economic turbulence.
Nancy Pelosi: Activists should persuade GOP lawmakers to work to end war

The House speaker touted Congress's domestic accomplishments, but recognized Americans' frustration at a lack of action on the Iraq war at a Monitor lunch Tuesday.