Members of Congress Travel Far on Private Groups’ Dime
“It’s really quite a pity, too,” said Public Citizen’s Craig Holman, who worked with Congress on the reform effort.
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Effect of Citizens United Felt Two Years Later
As some voters are beginning to realize, the disclaimer is nonsensical, and the groups are effectively arms of the campaigns — but without any of the restrictions or timely disclosure requirements
Approps Panel Regains Status
“The Appropriations Committee has begun to restore its reputation as a workhorse committee, finding ways to resolve our differences without drama and quietly getting our work done,” Dicks said.
Consolidation Authority Would Empower Obama, Successors
The president said it is a lot easier in Washington, D.C., to add then subtract, and the new authority would help overcome special interests that he said have led to layer after layer of additional
Occupy Movement Turns Attention to Congress
“I don’t think we’re ever going to get Wall Street to control its greed, but maybe we can get Congress to control their greed for them.”
Alcee Hastings Admits Sexual Comments but Denies Harassment
Although the House Ethics Committee announced today that it will continue reviewing the allegations without forming an investigative subcommittee, which could be the committee’s final public statement
Give ’Em Hell, Barry?
Perhaps, but he lives in a much more open and diverse political world than did Truman, who could get away with saying things that no candidate could utter today without his words being instantly reported
Former Lawmakers Defeated in 2010: You May Now Lobby
“I have some extensive connections with China,” he said, “and I’m looking forward in particular to that.”
Obama Adds Labor Board to Recess Appointments
“We can’t wait to act to strengthen the economy and restore security for our middle class and those trying to get in it, and that’s why I am proud to appoint these fine individuals to get to work for the
Redistricting Spurs Debate Over Voting Rights Act
“I just have enough faith in the Justice Department that that’s not going to be allowed to stand,” Clyburn said.
Detainee Provisions Still Cause for Concern
Landry introduced legislation the day after the House approved the defense measure that would prevent Americans from being detained indefinitely without trial.
Proposed Washington State Map Gives GOP Hope
Jay Inslee (D) vacating the 1st district to run for governor, the mapmakers had some leeway to craft the new map without putting any incumbents in totally foreign territory. Former Sen.
Susana Martinez Has Conservative Cred, High Approval Ratings
“She is going to focus foremost on those who elected her,” a Martinez aide said. “But it goes without saying that she’ll work to help elect the party’s nominee.”
Obama Signs Payroll Tax Bill, Bids D.C. ‘Aloha’
“I urge them to keep working, without drama, without delay,” Obama said, adding that the full-year extension is “a boost that we very much need right now” with unemployment remaining high.
Congress Passes Payroll Tax Cut Deal, Shuts Down for Holidays
Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.), there for a Democratic news conference, reached out his hand to Boehner and said, “You’re a good man. I feel for you.”
Lobbyists Plan Holiday Travel to Early Primary States
“I just want to support Gov. Romney,” added Card, who said he’s not interested in a White House post should Romney go all the way. “I legitimately believe that he would make a great president.
House GOP Finds Itself Out on a Limb
“They could have before; I don’t know if they can now,” the aide added.
House Rejects Senate Bill, Asks for Conference on Payroll
“I don’t think anybody in this building or across America thinks legislating in two-months increments is good policy,” House Majority Leader Eric Cantor (Va.) said.
Obama, Boehner Face Off on Tax Cut
Asked about the president’s personal appeal to Boehner to help pass a payroll tax cut, the Ohio Republican shot back, “I need the president to help out,” to rowdy cheers from his Members.
Republicans Trade Cross-Dome Shots
Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) said. “They get distracted with their bingo night, so you can’t blame them for getting this one wrong. I totally disagree with them. I think they wimped out.”