The limits of compromise
Sometimes the partisan way is the right way.”
Obama: Boehner ‘walked away’ from talks
(Chip Somodevilla / GETTY IMAGES)
Debt-reduction negotiations between the president and House speaker collapse, derailing an effort to reach an agreement to cut spending, overhaul the tax code and avert a government default.
So much for his Wall St. problem
It appears strained relations with Wall Street haven’t hurt Obama’s ability to attract donations there.
Huntsman to get tough on Obama
Jon Huntsman Jr. is switching gears to take a more aggressive stance and emphasize his conservative credentials.
The hard sell: House GOP freshmen
Since the compromise to avert a shutdown, the speaker’s pool of persuadables on the debt ceiling has shrunk.
Romney, Bachmann and everyone else
THE FIX | The 2012 GOP race is split into three tiers, and almost all of the contenders are at the bottom.
House ethics office funding survives
The House easily beat back an effort to slash funding for the Office of Congressional Ethics.
FEC says Edwards owes $2.3 million
Agency says the sum is not a fine, but a refund for excessive matching funds received by the campaign.
Obama formally ends ’don’t ask’
Sixty days from now the ban will be lifted, fulfilling Obama’s 2008 campaign promise to the gay community.
Allen West’s nasty-gram
WORST WEEK | The Florida Republican’s terrible week likely won’t help his reelection chances.
SSA offices cut service
The Social Security Administration says it will close its field offices 30 minutes earlier every day to save money.
Fast Fix: Grover Norquist vs. Obama
VIDEO | The most influential player in the debt-ceiling fight may not be the president or a member of Congress.
Why British politicians are furious
Because money plays a smaller role there, they have felt the need to curry favor with press barons.
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McConnell: Trade deals will probably wait
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said Friday that it’s unlikely that three key trade deals will make their way through Congress before the August recess.
Right Turn by Jennifer Rubin
The Federal Eye by Ed O'Keefe
Shuttle program’s end means lost jobs
The final flight of a NASA’s space shuttle, which ended safely at the Kennedy Space Center early Thursday, will ripple through the economy of Florida and other states for years.
The Fact Checker by Glenn Kessler
Fact Checker Favorites: Bogus health care law stats
In today’s installment, we look at the bogus claims that Democrats made about the health-care law when they celebrated its one year anniversary.
Checkpoint Washington
Clinton promises decision on F-16 sales to Taiwan
Clinton will announce by Oct. 1 what jets, if any, the Obama administration will offer to Taiwan.
Video: Obama: 'I was willing to take a lot of heat'
President Obama announced Friday that House Speaker John Boehner called off deficit reduction talks despite having a fair deal on the table.
Dueling debt plans: Sen. Reid vs. House GOP
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) moved to kill the GOP's 'cut, cap and balance' plan, but top House Republicans said it's time for Reid to show his own plan. (July 22)
Obama talks how challenging debt negotiations are
During a town hall Friday at the University of Maryland, President Obama said debt negotiations are challenging but he's willing to compromise.
Even more problems for John Edwards
John Edwards is being accused of campaign fraud and now the government wants him to pay back millions in matching funds. (July 22)
Anger over potential debt deal
President Obama and Congress are still in talks to keep the U.S. from defaulting on its debt, though a report that a potential deal had been made was met with ire. (July 22)
Panetta set to certify end of 'don't ask, don't tell'
Some 17 years after it was put in place, AP sources say Defense Secretary Leon Panetta is set to announce he's certifying ending the military's ban on openly gay service. (July 22)
Grover Norquist's effect on the debt ceiling
Grover Norquist, the President of Americans for Tax Reform, wields a great deal of power in the debt ceiling debates. Despite not being a congressman, Norquist and his conservative tax pledge have had a huge influence on republican actions in the fight.
First lady teams up with national grocers
First lady Michelle Obama announced on Wednesday a campaign with Wal-Mart, Walgreens and SuperValu to bring fresh fruits and vegetables to impoverished areas with little to no access to healthy foods. (July 20)
Debt debate threatens Maryland, Virginia economies
The Washington Post's Anqoinette Crosby sits down with reporter Zachary Goldfarb to discuss the debt ceiling and what no deal may mean for Maryland and Virginia.
Pelosi, Boehner square off on debt ceiling
Both House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and House Majority Leader John Boehner spoke about ongoing efforts to reach a deal on the debt ceiling before an Aug. 2 deadline. (July 21)
Obama shifts position on short-term debt deal
With twelve days until the Aug. 2 deadline, President Obama is shifting his position on signing a short-term revenue deal. (July 21)
Obama: We're moving in right direction
President Obama said lawmakers are moving in the right direction to raise the debt ceiling. (July 20)
Fast Fix - Could Bachmann’s migraines end her campaign?
In the past, Michele Bachmann’s migraines have affected her availability to vote in the US house, and even hospitalized her. Could they be strong enough to derail her presidential bid?What's Your Take?
‘Grand bargain’ on debt is back
I am sure I won’t agree with everything the Gang of Six come[s] up with but I am thrilled that 6 people in Congress are actually speaking to each other seriously about how to improve the economy, decrease the debt and increase the debt limit for now.
rkirlin1
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A long view of the debt crisis
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