Politics

Bush Looks Back on Presidency in Final Press Conference

In what he called "the ultimate exit interview," President George W. Bush gave his final press conference Monday, admitting to some mistakes while defending the bulk of his decisions on domestic, economic, and foreign policy.

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Roland Burris Cleared to Take Illinois Senate Seat

By PBS News Hour

Senate Democratic leaders moved Monday to formally accept Roland Burris as President-elect Barack Obama's Senate successor, hoping to move beyond the spectacle that emerged around Burris's appointment by the scandal-plagued Illinois governor.

Bush OKs Request to Seek Bailout Funds, Reflects on White House Tenure

By Admin, PBS News Hour

President-elect Barack Obama has asked President Bush to seek the remaining $350 billion of the $700 billion financial industry bailout, and Mr. Bush has agreed to do so, the White House said Monday.

Israel Closes In on Heavily Populated Gaza City

By PBS News Hour

Israel said reserve forces joined the ground offensive against the Gaza Strip on Monday in what may be the next phase of a continuing Israeli offensive on Hamas as it advances on targets in heavily-populated urban areas like Gaza City.

Shields and Brooks Mull Obama's Intel Picks, Stimulus Plan

Syndicated columnist Mark Shields and New York Times columnist David Brooks assess the week's news, including Obama's new intelligence team and his push to get a new economic stimulus package through Congress.

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Illinois House Votes to Impeach Gov. Blagojevich

By PBS News Hour

The Illinois House voted overwhelmingly Friday to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich, an action that sets up a Senate trial on whether he should be thrown out of office for allegedly trying to sell President-elect Barack Obama's vacant Senate seat.

Unemployment Rate Hits Highest Point in 16 Years

By Admin, PBS News Hour

A day after President-elect Barack Obama warned that the recession could "linger for years" unless Congress pumps money into the economy, a government report released Friday underscored the toll the downturn is having on workers and companies.

New President's Economic Plan Faces Numerous Congressional Hurdles

President-elect Barack Obama's economic recovery plan may face significant resistance in Congress. Analysts discuss the hurdles the Obama proposal will likely encounter as he pushes his agenda on Capitol Hill.

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Pelosi: Congress Must Move Quickly on Stimulus Package

In response to President-elect Barack Obama's economy speech, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi outlined her concerns about getting an economic stimulus plan through the 111th Congress.

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Gaza Cease-fire Talks Start; U.N. Suspends Aid Deliveries

By PBS News Hour

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas have entered talks with Egypt on a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip. Meanwhile, the United Nations has suspended aid deliveries after a driver was killed by Israeli forces.