Topic: U.S. Republican Party
Top galleries, list articles, quizzes
-
Briefing
IRS 101: Seven questions about the tea party scandal
How the tables have turned: The Internal Revenue Service is the one under the microscope now, as revelations emerged Friday that the agency wrongly targeted conservative groups seeking nonprofit status. Here’s an accounting of what has happened, along with the ramifications.
-
Immigration reform bill: Top 8 changes GOP senators want
More than 300 amendments were submitted for possible inclusion in a sweeping immigration reform package – at least 100 of them from two Republicans, Sens. Charles Grassley of Iowa and Jeff Sessions of Alabama. Here are eight notable changes GOP lawmakers want to see in bill, as the Senate Judiciary Committee takes up amendments between now and Memorial Day.
-
Where do things stand at Guantánamo? Six basic questions answered.
President Obama this week pledged to “reengage” with Congress to find a way to close the terror detention camp at the Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, naval base. The renewed focus comes as 100 of the 166 detainees are reported to be engaged in a hunger strike. Here is a brief look at where things stand now.
-
5 steps to bipartisan cuts in Medicare – and the deficit
Medicare is the single greatest contributor to long-term deficits. If Democrats and Republicans cooperate on waste-cutting ideas – many of which are backed by President Obama – both parties stand to gain. Here are five ways Congress should act.
-
Briefing
After the 'sequester,' now what?
$85 billion in across-the-board cuts to defense and social programs took effect March 1. The cuts must occur this fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. Here's how things look.
All Content
-
Obama's national security 'team of rivals'
His choice of Gates, Clinton, and Jones reflects his goal of building a bipartisan cabinet.
-
Swing voters give Obama flexibility to solve US economic crisis
-
As Latinos tilt Democratic, can Texas stay ‘red’?
The Lone Star State is the last big GOP bastion where Hispanics are a sizable voting bloc.
-
Capitol Hill feels Obama’s hand
The president-elect’s influence is altering both policy directions and the partisan tone in Congress.
-
Political websites: Clocks that never stop.
The presidential election may be over, but those covering politics have plenty to write about.
-
US judge orders five Guantánamo detainees freed for lack of evidence
Experts say the ruling is 'a clear warning shot to the government' over Gitmo detention policies.
-
Prospect of Geithner at Treasury buoys markets. Will it last?
An auto bailout, a second stimulus package, and foreclosure help are on hold as Washington awaits the new administration.
-
A Low Profile Birthday for Joe Biden
-
Will Stevens’s ouster be good for Alaska?
He delivered ‘the goods,’ but his successor aims to do things the senator couldn’t, like open ANWR to drilling.
-
Arizona Governor Napolitano tapped as new Homeland Security chief
The vocal immigration reformer brings border-state experience to the post.
-
Letters to the Editor
Readers write about the US government's role in the global tobacco industry, whether the Democrats will end partisanship in Washington, and Europe's reaction to the election of Barack Obama.
-
Georgia’s US Senate runoff has broader political importance
The post-election vote could tighten Democrats’ grip on Capitol Hill while giving GOP stars a chance to shine.
-
Mike Huckabee: Heading to Iowa while ducking questions about 2012
-
Opinion: A road map for Detroit
Don't scrap the US auto industry. Overhaul it. Here's how.
-
Auto giants up against bailout fatigue
For many lawmakers of both parties, it may be one costly bailout too many.
-
Cheney to hit the campaign trail for Louisiana Republican. What?
-
Republican criticizes Republican for criticizing Republican (then criticizes another Republican)
-
Is Huckabee's book aimed at 2012?
-
Obama signals he will tap his rivals
Many presidents have vowed to end partisanship. Few succeed.
-
New lawmakers vow to renounce partisanship
Party leaders are likely to find congressional freshmen more independent than usual.
-
Obama on '60 Minutes' -- leader of the free world, doer of dishes
-
Opinion: A bipartisan Washington begins with Obama's judicial appointments
Partisan divisions have gotten the US nowhere.
-
Study: Election created new 'values voter'
Rejecting 'culture wars,' most people of faith signal desire for politics that build bridges.
-
Opinion: Obama's impact on 'Generation We'
He fired up young voters. Let's keep that momentum.
-
Letters to the Editor
Readers write about American conservatives returning to the mainstream, how the incoming administration should deal with North Korea, and why US automakers should be helped out.
Previous
Become part of the Monitor community