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Stupid iPad tricks, but with a point
Dropping an iPad from a weather balloon that burst at an altitude of around 100,000 feet may not seem like a great idea, but it is a good way to demonstrate a protective case, I guess.
PICKET: Iowa caucus vote counter says Romney mistakenly given too many votes
Rumors are swirling about the results of the Iowa caucuses over who really won.
Patriots trim bucket list, dump Old Dominion in Norfolk
Mason wins at the Constant Center for the first time since 2004
Huckabee: Romney is the 'Denny's' of GOP
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee on Thursday compared GOP presidential front-runner Mitt Romney to the Denny's restaurant chain: not flashy or adventurous, but a good, dependable choice that everyone can agree upon.
Thune: Conservatives will rally to Romney
South Dakota Sen. John Thune, who has endorsed GOP presidential frontrunner Mitt Romney, said Thursday that criticism of the former Massachusetts governor's conservative credentials is overblown.
Sen. Ayotte: Obama doesn't want to face Romney
New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte, who has endorsed Mitt Romney's presidential bid, said Thursday the former Massachusetts governor's win in Iowa, no matter how slim the margin, has President Obama and his fellow Democrats worried.
Morning Roundup: Jan. 5
Thomas' absence from D.C. Council session fuels speculation; McDonnell seeks money to attract biotech jobs; D.C. club closed after stabbing; Field for Bartlett's House seat taking shape; Md. lawmaker Muse to announce Senate bid; Barry files for re-election; McDonnell officials tussle over Dulles rail money; Cuccinelli looks past Bolling to McAuliffe.
Ames straw poll makes for 'interesting' vacation
The Ames Iowa straw poll might not be the best barometer for picking the winner of the state's caucuses, but it sure makes for an "interesting vacation" — at least that's according to one of Rick Santorum's top surrogates here in New Hampshire.
McDonnell: GOP seeing "waiting for Superman" phenomenon
Despite a contentious, up-and-down and, at times, downright nasty Republican presidential primary race thus far, Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell was confident the party would rally around the eventual nominee, he said Wednesday.
Youth turnout in Iowa small, but benefits Paul, report says
Only 4 percent of eligible Iowa voters under 30 took part in Tuesday night's Republican presidential caucuses, says an independent research group.
Watchdog renews complaints over Santorum's mortgage
Now that former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum has proved he's a serious candidate for president with his near-tie for first in the Iowa caucus Tuesday night, ethics watchdogs are renewing their criticism of a mortgage he received from a bank run by campaign donors.
McCain's comedy an acquired taste
Sen. John McCain knows how to excite a campaign crowd, but he also knows how to quiet one with a dud joke.
PICKET: Eyewitness says IA caucus site attendees voted for Trump
Although the Iowa GOP will not release the certified vote count for 14 days, where the public can see how many votes individuals received at various caucus sites, one witness at a caucus site in Storey County told me that New York City businessman Donald Trump received a little support from voters there.
Andy Parks Live from The Washington Times
Holland Taylor at The Kennedy Center
The one and only Holland Taylor joins Andy Parks, Live From The Washington Times!
Sen. Hatch gets challenger
Sen. Orrin G. Hatch, Utah Republican, has his first primary challenger, as former state Sen. Dan Liljenquist has decided to run against the sixth-term lawmaker.
Gingrich: Founding Fathers weren't pot fans
Ever the historian, Newt Gingrich dropped a little marijuana wisdom in New Hampshire on Wednesday, telling an audience member that two of the Founding Fathers of the United States wouldn't like the idea of allowing New Hampshire residents to legally grow their own pot.
Paul calls Gingrich 'chicken hawk'
Rep. Ron Paul of Texas called one of his Republican presidential-primary rivals a "chicken hawk" Wednesday and taunted his lack of military service.
PICKET: Santorum's perseverance pays off
Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney managed to win the Iowa caucuses by eight votes late Tuesday evening, when the final tally came in. Mr. Romney, who remains elusive to reporters following him on the campaign trail, was locked in a two man battle with former Senator Rick Santorum who was ahead of Romney at times by as little as 1 vote.
GOP chairman: Iowa turnout spells trouble for Obama
Iowa Republican Party Chairman Matt Strawn said Wednesday the result of the previous day's GOP caucus in his state should concern Democrats and President Obama.
