Backers Say Gay Rights Bills Will Win in House
“I think the president made a big mistake allowing that letter to be sent,” Frank said, adding that he believes repeal can still pass, although “it will give some Members an excuse not to vote for
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No Support at White House for Lieberman Citizenship Bill
White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs said he doesn’t know of a single person at the White House who supports legislation unveiled Thursday by Sen.
Nelson Predicts Crist-Meek Matchup in November
But Nelson acknowledged that it remains unclear if Crist, without the backing of a major political party, will be able to compete with Rubio’s voter turnout operation, sure to be bolstered by the Florida
Terror Plot, Oil Spill Fail to Unlock Nominees
The TSA slot has been without a nominee for months. Two nominees withdrew from consideration — due in no small part, some lawmakers say, to the frustrating nomination process.
GOP Walks Fine Line With Security Criticisms
Even as Senate Republicans move to target Democrats and exploit national security on the campaign trail, they are stepping cautiously on Capitol Hill as they seek to raise the issue without appearing overtly
LeMieux Says He Urged Crist to Stay in Republican Party
I regret that he made the decision to leave the Republican Party. I have enormous respect for the governor; he’s a friend of mine,” LeMieux said. “I’m not going to say anything ill about him.
Reid Issues Deadline to Finish Financial Reform
“I hope we can move forward and get this legislation done. We have to finish it by next week,” Reid said on the floor Tuesday, noting the bill will clear “one way or the other by next week.”
K Street’s Answer to Dr. Oz Keeps Lobbyists Trim
“In that life it’s about making smarter choices,” Zalman said. “How do I survive the day when I have two breakfast meetings, one lunch, two receptions and a dinner?
Hill Climbers: Louie Gohmert’s Staffers Take It All in Stride
I was trying to wedge my shoe out without falling over and had this pencil skirt on. Congressman Gohmert came over and was like, I have three daughters. I understand,’ and wedged my shoe out.”
Heard on the Hill: Ring-a-Ding? Not for You, Demi
“Do I need to answer it?” Moore said, eliciting noes and laughter from Hill denizens on hand. “Are you sure? Because I feel like I need to answer it.”
Pelosi Predicts Climate Change to Obama’s Desk Pretty Soon’
Pelosi said she is “proud” of the Senate for moving forward on climate change, and added, “I think we can pretty soon put legislation on the president’s desk.”
Ports of Contention: Truck Fight Parks on Hill
Instead, the industry should be shouldering the cost, she said.
HOH’s One-Minute Recess: Dinner Leftovers
We ran into actor Morgan Freeman at the MSNBC afterparty and he told us what might be the biggest blockbuster of the weekend: “I smooched with Betty White,” the “Shawshank Redemption” actor deadpanned
Heard on the Hill: Celebrities’ Delight
And one could barely turn around at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner pre- and post-parties without running into one of the group’s reps.
RNC Star Preps for Another Winning Season
I didn’t win it. I was just up there,” he said. Kenney’s speed makes sense when you dig a little into his past. Nearly two decades ago, running was part of his education.
Softball Teams Batter Up
Texas Republic will not be without challengers in the House League. “Our fifth-anniversary season looks to be the most competitive one yet,” said Anthony Reed, House League commissioner.
Moderates Complicate Immigration Strategy for House Leaders
As a trio of Senate Democrats pressed ahead last week — without GOP support — on a comprehensive immigration framework that combines border security benchmarks with new visa provisions and a pathway
Crist Makes Independent Bid Official
“My decision to run for the United States Senate as a candidate without party affiliation in many ways says more about our nation and our state than it does about me,” Crist said to a crowd of supporters
No Chance of Immigration Law This Year, Boehner Says
Boehner said the sudden debate over immigration was “nothing more than a cynical ploy” to engage segments of the Democratic base.
House Gives Go-Ahead to Puerto Rico Vote on Status
Opponents suggested it was pushed through without sufficient debate. “I feel this is a rushed process,” Rep.