Politics
Everyone Freaks Out About Two New Climate Change Studies
New reports on global temperature trends cause a predictable media uproar
Justice Dept. Responds, Says "Fast and Furious" Report Distorted
Department says investigation ignores that policies were developed by Bush administration.
"Fast and Furious" Report Lays Blame on Five Officials, Poor Leadership
"From the outset, the case was marred by missteps, poor judgments, and an inherently reckless strategy," the report states.
Black Pastors Group Attacks Obama on Gay Marriage
"I am ashamed that the first black president chose this road, a disgraceful road," said Rev. William Owens
4 Shameful Moments in Olympics History
From Berlin to Munich and beyond, terror and tragedy at the Summer Games.
Post Office About to Default
Bill due Wednesday for $5.5 billion to prepay retirement benefits.
Tragic News: Washington Will Not Be Shutting Down
Boehner, Reid reach agreement to fund six more months of federal spending
Ohio Commissioner Gets 28-Year Term for Corruption
Las Vegas trips, condo use among bribes former Cleveland Democratic Party chairman took.
San Antonio Mayor to Give Keynote at Dems Convention
Julian Castro will be the first Latino to give the speech.
Chicago Church Leaders Slam Rahm Over Chick Fil-A Beef
Chicago mayor gets some blowback from his pandering
Only 14 Percent of Parents Say Things Will Be Better For Their Children
A lower percentage than was found in similar polls during the Great Depression.
Regulator Bans Fannie, Freddie From Reducing Principals
The FHFA resists the Obama Administration's attempt to further distort the housing market.
Europe Pressuring Rwanda to Stop Backing Congo Rebels
European countries cutting aid to Rwanda until support for rebels stops
Ahmadinejad Mocks Romney Over Israel Trip
Iran's president tries to take advantage of Romney's visit to the region
Leon Panetta Convinced Morsi a President "of all" Egyptians
On a tour of the Mideast, Leon Panetta stopped in Cairo
1 in 3 Democrats Don't Back Same Sex Marriage
Newest platform for DNC has support of 2 out of 3 Democrats.
Obama Finally Donates to His Own Campaign
Hat in hand for months, the president finally donates to his own campaign
Deal Between Pokerstars and Prosecutors May Mean Customer Reimbursements
The company is paying the federal government a settlement it says will be used to pay back former U.S. customers.
John McCain Plays Up Kelly Ayotte on the Campaign Trail
The former presidential candidate suggests Ayotte would make a great vice president
Revolutionary War Museum Planned in Philadelphia
There is no museum in the U.S. currently dedicated primarily to the American Revolutionary War.
Obama's Adventures in Africa
Four years ago, few would have predicted that one of President Obama's legacies would be increased militarization of U.S. policy toward Africa.
Mitt Romney: Vladimir Putin Turning Back Clock on Progress
Uses Poland as an example of benefits of freedom
Iraq War "Great" Decision, if Not "Greatest" of 21st Century
Rumsfeld's former intel chief credits the Iraq War for the Arab Spring
Ron Paul Supporters Greet Mitt Romney in Poland
He may be the presumptive nominee, but there are still Ron Paul supporters everywhere
GOP House Member Frustrated With Deferential Treatment of "Extremists"
Rep. Richard Hanna (R - NY) is not happy with how members like Michelle Bachmann (R- MN) have their extreme views accommodated by the GOP.
Government Can Speed Up Approval For Keystone XL Pipeline
The American Petroleum Institute has said that there's "no reason" the government cannot approve the pipeline sooner than expected.
Congress Pushing For More Sanctions Against Iran
Negotiators from the House and Senate have approved additional sanctions that target shipping and energy.
US Pharmaceuticals Big in The Gray Market
A joint Congressional investigation has found that some US pharmacies use the "gray market" to increase profits by thousands of percent.
Romney Spokesman: "Kiss My Ass"
Rick Gorker made the comments to reporters while Romney visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Warsaw.
Panetta Offers a Helping Hand
The Secretary of Defense has offered to help Tunisia fight terrorism.
Town Council In Rhode Island to Consider Plastic Bag Ban
Councilors from Barrington have voted to consider following LA's example and ban plastic bags.
Romney Seeks Solidarity With Poland
The presumptive GOP nominee is to praise Polish opposition to oppression and urge Poland to work with American allies in a speech today.
Texas GOP Senate Primary a Test For the Tea Party
Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Solicitor General Ted Cruz face off today for the second time.
Ohio GOP Congressman Announces Retirement Just Months Before Election
Rep. Steve LaTourette backed deficit-reduction plan that called for tax hikes, opposed Holder contempt charges.
It's Palestine's Turn to Get Mad at Romney
Culture and economic comparisons between Israel and Palestine draw criticism.
Maine's GOP Challenges Ron Paul Supporters
Romney supporters allege 20 of 24 delegates were improperly elected.
Walesa Defies Polish Unions, Endorses Romney
"I wish you to be successful because this success is needed to the United States," Walesa said.
Farmers: We're in a Drought. Stop with the Ethanol Quota
Forecasts predict a 4 percent rise in food prices.
Gay Marriage Placed on DNC Platform, Surprising Those Who Thought It Was Already There
Language supporting same-sex recognition to face vote in August.
Judge Won't Block Arizona Late-Term Abortion Ban
Abortions after 20 weeks would be forbidden, except in medical emergencies.
