Obama Threatens to Veto Defense Authorization Bill
“I stand squarely behind Secretary Gates’ position on the JSF second engine and C-17 programs,” Obama said in a statement.
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Boehner: Democratic Agenda Is Election Key
You’ve got to be able to go out there and sell the fact that it’s possible without thinking it’s in the bag, without appearing cocky.” He added, “We have a lot of work to do.”
Members Strain for Catchy Legislative Titles
He was constrained from doing so, he said, only by First Amendment considerations.
Boehner: Members May Face Penalty Even Without Breaking Rules
Mark Souder to resign is an example of his philosophy that Members must be held to a high standard of ethical behavior and can be punished even without breaking a law or House rule.
House Leaders Seek Further Cuts on Extender Package to Win Votes
After an afternoon huddle with her leadership team about how to proceed, Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said, “I feel comfortable that we’ll have something that will reach our goals.”
House Democrats Lack Votes for Extender Package
Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), asked if she still expects the House to vote on the extenders package Thursday, said, “I don’t know about that — it depends on how long defense takes.”
Oil Executives, Rig Workers Make Rounds on Capitol Hill
“I never would have expected for my company, Transocean, to treat me like a criminal after I survived such a disaster by making me submit to a drug test, and then try to tempt or trick me into giving
Republicans Threaten Filibuster Over Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Armed Services ranking member John McCain said Thursday that he would “without a doubt” support a filibuster if the bill goes to the floor with repeal language.
Byrd Backs Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Repeal With Change
“I did not want to blindly assent to repealing this law without giving the Congress an opportunity to re-examine the concerns of our Armed Forces and the manner in which they are being addressed,
GOP Gears Up for Fight Over Gays in Military
Senate Armed Services ranking member John McCain said Thursday that he would “without a doubt” support a filibuster if the bill goes to the floor with language that Sen.
Democrats Scramble to Save Tax Bill
Doctors are scheduled to get a massive cut in their reimbursements next month without a fix, and extended unemployment benefits would start to expire.
Obama Tries Three-Front Defense
“I have seen no indication of that,” Cornyn said.
Democrats Have Plans to Limit 2010 Losses
Without discussing numbers, Van Hollen acknowledged that “we are in a challenging political environment. … Democrats have an uphill battle.”
GOP Senators Want to Hear From Obama About Spending
“I think we’d like to hear what the plans are to start controlling spending. I think that’s the No. 1 issue,” said Sen.
Judiciary Republicans Require Clinton Papers Before Kagan Hearings
“The public record of a nominee to such a lifetime position as justice on the Supreme Court is of such importance that we cannot go forward without these documents,” Sessions said.
GPO Nominee Faces First Round of Confirmation Hearings
“I personally look forward to supporting your appointment and believe you’ve got a big job in front of you,” he said. The hearing wasn’t all about Boarman.
Great Scotts Find That Sometimes It’s Actually Over
“I’m going to call my parents as soon as I get home,” Carlisle said after hitting a second home run later. “I’m going to tell them I hit two jacks off Scott Brown.”
Kerry: Defy Conventional Wisdom by Passing the Bill
Nothing would make Americans more frustrated than to see another year go by without action to break our dependence on foreign oil — which makes Iran $100 million richer every day — create millions of jobs
K Street Warms Up to Would-Be Speaker
“I think that he has an excellent relationship with a lot of people on K Street,” Rep. John Kline (R-Minn.) said.
Obama’s Spending Plan Divides Both Parties
Although the president is not prevented from offering a package of cuts now, Orszag said the administration determined it would not be legislatively viable without fast-track authority requiring votes