Jun 15 Now a 2016 contender, campaign logo says 'Jeb!' -- but not Bush By Steve Peoples, Brendan Farrington, Associated Press MIAMI — Jeb Bush is ready to launch a Republican presidential bid months in the making Monday by asserting his commitment to the “most vulnerable in our society,” an approach targeting the broader American electorate even as he faces questions… Continue reading
Jun 14 Senate bill renews debate over expanded access to contraception By Rialda Zukic Democratic Sen. Patty Murray's introduction of the Affordability is Access Act this week has renewed debate nationwide about birth control access and affordability. Continue reading
Jun 14 Trade loss proves ominous sign for Obama during challenging month By Jim Kuhnhenn, Associated Press The trade defeat in Congress was an ominous sign in a month of challenges that could help determine President Obama's standing for the rest of his second term. Continue reading
Jun 14 Clinton aiming to shore up base of supporters in Iowa By Ken Thomas, Associated Press Seeking an army of volunteers, Hillary Rodham Clinton is trying to build an organizational edge in Iowa. Continue reading
Jun 14 Bush seeks to break from pack in leaderless GOP 2016 race By Steve Peoples, Associated Press When Jeb Bush finally says on Monday that he's running for president, he'll begin the campaign with much to prove. Continue reading
Jun 13 Watch 4:37 Clinton touts shared prosperity in campaign kick-off speech By PBS News Hour Hillary Clinton held an official launch for her 2016 presidential campaign with a rally and speech on Roosevelt Island in New York City on Saturday. For more analysis on the Clinton speech and campaign, NewsHour’s Political Director Lisa Desjardins joins… Continue watching
Jun 13 VA seeks new benefits for Air Force reservists exposed to Agent Orange By Hope Yen, Associated Press Reversing a long-held position, the Department of Veterans Affairs now says Air Force reservists who became ill after being exposed to Agent Orange residue while working on planes after the Vietnam War should be eligible for disability benefits. Continue reading
Jun 13 Deeply personal information exposed in security clearance hack By Ted Bridis and Ken Dilanian, Associated Press Deeply personal information submitted by U.S. intelligence and military personnel for security clearances - mental illnesses, drug and alcohol use, past arrests, bankruptcies and more - is in the hands of hackers linked to China, officials say. Continue reading
Jun 13 Guantanamo transfers resume as six detainees sent to Oman By Nedra Pickler, Associated Press A pause in prisoner transfers from Guantanamo Bay has ended with the arrival Saturday in Oman of six Yemenis long held at the U.S. prison for suspected terrorists. Continue reading
Jun 13 Video: Clinton kicks off 2016 campaign with rally in NYC By Lisa Lerer, Associated Press Hillary Rodham Clinton is calling for a new era of shared prosperity, arguing that American workers can trust her to fight for them in a speech billed as her formal 2016 presidential campaign debut. Continue reading