Continuing Resolution 2013: Bill Clears Senate, Heads To House
The Senate approved the 2013 continuing resolution, 73 to 26.
Colorado Governor Signs 3 Gun Control Bills Into Law
Colorado laws now limit ammunition and require universal background checks.
Sequester Cuts 2013: Where Do Federal Agencies Stand As Furloughs Set To Kick In?
The 2013 sequester cuts' effect could be felt starting next month. Here's what will happen at some federal departments.
Continuing Resolution 2013: Bill Stalls In Senate As Government Shutdown Looms
The latest Washington snag is opposition from a Kansas senator who doesn't want FAA control towers at rural airports closed.
Rush Limbaugh To RNC: The GOP Lost Election Because It’s Not Further To The Right
The radio host says Republicans don't need to change. They just fear conservatism and haven't properly used their Tea Party assets.
Gun Control Debate: Reform Appears Doomed In Congress But States Make Progress
The outlook in Congress for some gun control measures that deal with Sandy Hook-type incidents looks uncertain.
RNC Releases Growth And Opportunity Project Report Detailing GOP's Faults, Plans For Improvement [FULL REPORT]
Recent polls have consistently found that Americans largely see the Republican Party as out of touch.
Reince Priebus: RNC To Spend $10 Million To Reach The 47%
RNC Chairman Reince Priebus says the party will be going into minority communities across America to build familiarity.
Boehner, Obama, Ryan Finally Agree On Something: There's No Immediate Debt Crisis
Boehner says a crisis looms and Obama won't get far with Republicans by insisting on taxes.
Budget Battles: Republicans Open To Grand Bargain, Considering Giving Democrats New Revenue
Republicans would consider closing loopholes if Democrats get serious about entitlements, a key senator says.
Mitt Romney CPAC 2013 Speech: Ensure Message From Governors Like Chris Christie Is Heard Loud And Clear [FULL TEXT]
Mitt Romney urged conservatives at CPAC to learn from the New Jersey governor -- the man they hadn't invited to their conference.
Paul Ryan CPAC 2013: ‘Obama Says We’re In Recovery, I Say It’s Critical Care’ [VIDEO]
According to the Republican budget maven, the Vatican wasn't the only one blowing smoke this week.
Donald Trump CPAC 2013: Cutting Entitlements, Immigration Reform Won’t Win Elections [VIDEO]
The mogul tells conservatives they are committing suicide on immigration reform and that Mitt Romney lost because he did not flaunt his success enough.
On Budget Deal, Boehner Warns Dinners, Phone Calls Not Enough To Sway Republicans
House Speaker John Boehner says if a budget deal is to be reached Democrats need to do more than what they're doing now.
CPAC 2013: Christie Snubbed For Not Being Fiscally Conservative
The CPAC conference brings together the brightest conservative leaders each year, except for those deemed not conservative enough.
CPAC 2013 Schedule: Find Out When You Can Hear From Your Favorite Speakers
The big annual conservative conference in D.C. is already under way. Check out who is speaking and at what time.
Pope Francis I: US Lawmakers React To New Pope Jorge Mario Bergoglio Of Argentina
U.S. lawmakers are sharing in the excitement over Argentina's Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio's election as the new pope.
Budget Battles: A Familiar Dance By Democrats, Republicans That May Amount To Nothing
Republicans and Democrats have begun the familiar budget dance, but continued differences may mean more temporary fixes to keep the government going.
How Do Democrats Plan To Balance Budget? Tax Increase, End Sequester
The Senate Democrat plan differs from the GOP plan in that it has fewer social program cuts and calls for $1 trillion in tax increases.
Defense Spending Cuts 2013: Guam Faces Economic Uncertainty As Sequester Lingers
A sequester that will cut billions in defense spending spells uncertainty for Guam, a strategic location for the U.S. military buildup in the Pacific.
What's Inside Paul Ryan's Budget Plan? Repeal Obamacare, Savings From Obama's Fiscal Policies
In addition to Obamacare repeal, U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan's budget includes Medicare and Medicaid changes and cuts.
Rand Paul 2016: New Super PAC, Human Action PAC, Kickstarts Presidential Race Ahead Of Time
A historic filibuster this week gave U.S. Sen. Rand Paul fresh political clout, and a new super PAC is pushing him to run in 2016.
John Brennan Confirmed As CIA Director, 63-34
The Senate confirmed John Brennan as CIA director after Democrats successfully cleared a hurdle set up by Rand Paul.
Rand Paul, Ted Cruz Introduce Bill To Prevent Drone Killing Of Americans
Rand Paul follows up on his 13-hour filibuster of CIA nominee John Brennan.
Rand Paul Filibuster: Democrats Absent From Drone Rambling, But Might Not Be Sleeping
The Republican senator took the lead on the issue of drones and civil liberties, while Democrats kept mum.
Continuing Resolution 2013: House Passes Measure To Fund Government, 267-151
The House's continuing resolution bill affords the defense department flexibility to adjust to the 2013 sequester cuts.
Jeb Bush Mulls 2016 White House Bid; Talks Immigration, Budget
Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush weighs in on some hot issues, with an eye toward the 2016 presidential race.
Senate Committee Approves John Brennan As CIA Chief
Brennan's nomination now heads to the full Senate for consideration as CIA director.
Sequester Cuts 2013: Who Is Obama Truly Pushing For - Middle Class Or 2014 Democrats?
The president wants a Democrat-controlled U.S. House in 2014. That may be getting in the way of solving the sequester crisis.
Queen Elizabeth II Hospitalized With Stomach Bug; Some Engagements Canceled
Buckingham Palace tells the media that Queen Elizabeth's hospitalization is a precaution and that she's "in good health."