Jan 14 Watch Geithner Hearing Delayed Amid Tax Controversy The Senate finance committee postponed Treasury Secretary nominee Timothy Geithner's confirmation hearing until next week after reports emerged of problems with Geithner's federal tax return payments. A Wall Street Journal reporter details the latest. Continue watching
May 28 Watch Advocates Push to Extend Children's Health Insurance Program Congress is expected in the coming months to debate renewing a children's health insurance program for low-income children. The NewsHour looks at the fight to preserve the program. Continue watching
Nov 09 Split Committee Sends Stimulus Bill to Senate Floor The Senate Finance Committee narrowly voted to approve a Democratic proposal to stimulate an economy most experts believe has slipped into recession. Continue reading