Jun 17 In Congress, prospect of new Iraq fight turns hawks into doves By Donna Cassata, Bradley Klapper, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The prospect of the U.S. military returning to the fight in Iraq has turned congressional hawks into doves. Lawmakers who eagerly voted to authorize military force 12 years ago to oust Saddam Hussein and destroy weapons of mass… Continue reading
Jun 13 Which federal agencies do lobbyists target most? By Elizabeth Shell Of the nearly 250 agencies tracked by the Center for Responsive Politics, it’s hardly surprising that the ones responsible for making the laws, the U.S. House and Senate, top the list at No. 1 and 2, respectively, of the 10… Continue reading
Jun 11 Cantor to resign House leadership after primary loss By David Espo, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Officials say House Majority Leader Eric Cantor intends to resign his leadership post this summer after losing a primary election Tuesday night in a major upset. Continue reading
Jun 05 Pentagon reports show China's military strength is growing By Associated Press China shows growing capability to project military power beyond its shores, the Defense Department said. In an annual report to Congress, the Pentagon said China is developing and testing new types of missiles, expanding the reach of its navy and… Continue reading
Jun 03 Watch News Wrap: U.S. to increase military presence in Europe By PBS News Hour In our news wrap Tuesday, President Obama announced he would ask for up to $1 billion from Congress to send more troops and equipment to Europe as a counter to Russian actions in Ukraine. Also, a Nigerian newspaper reported that… Continue watching
Jun 03 Some rape victims still pay for medical services related to their assault By Michelle Andrews, Kaiser Health News Federal law seeks to keep sexual assault victims from paying for forensic exams, but in some states they may have to cover tests and treatment for pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections. Continue reading
May 30 Watch Shinseki resigns, criticizing 'systemic' failures of VA health care system By PBS News Hour Continue watching
May 29 Watch Political fight simmers over school lunch menu changes By PBS News Hour The 2010 Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act required schools to use more wholesome ingredients and set fat, sugar and sodium limits. But Republican lawmakers have proposed a one-year waiver, arguing that students won't eat the new offerings or that schools can't… Continue watching
May 29 Watch Veterans Affairs 'scheduling schemes' spark strong rebuke from Congress By PBS News Hour Continue watching
May 28 The Obama Doctrine on full display By Domenico Montanaro, Terence Burlij, Rachel Wellford Today in the Morning Line: Continuing foreign policy push, Obama goes to West Point More questions than answers on Afghanistan The first incumbent loses this cycle - oldest member of Congress White House feels there's a chance for immigration… Continue reading