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'He has my back': Obama denies reports he thought of dumping Biden
President Obama on Thursday vehemently denied reports that he considered dumping Vice President Joseph R. Biden from the Democratic ticket in 2012 and replacing him with former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton.
Obama to host screening of new Nelson Mandela movie
President Obama on Thursday night will host a private screening of a new film on the life and political career of former South African President Nelson Mandela.
Kay Bailey Hutchison urges Chris Christie to take hard line against Obamacare
Former Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison said Thursday that New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is "in a very good position right now" but will have to stake out a clear platform that takes a hard line against Obamacare.
Texas LG: Lone Star Staters don't cotton to Obamacare
Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst said Thursday he would like to get a block grant of federal funding to provide insurance for the Lone Star State's low-income residents instead of expanding the "broken" Medicaid program as prescribed by Obamacare.
Amid Web problems, Obamacare funds flow to community centers
The Obama administration announced Thursday it is awarding $150 million under the new health care law to more than 230 health centers across the country, saying the funds will boost care for about 1.25 million patients.
Time magazine calls out the 'elephant in the room': Chris Christie's weight
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie frequently has to address questions about his weight, and it looks like Time magazine isn't shying away from the topic.
Jimmy Carter's grandson will challenge Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal
Georgia state Sen. Jason Carter, the 38-year-old grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, plans to announce Thursday he will challenge Republican Gov. Nathan Deal next year.
Poll shows rosier view of Obamacare, despite problems
A new poll says Americans, including the uninsured, are liking Obamacare more and more despite its problematic rollout.
GOP could learn from Christie's playbook, former White House spokeswoman Dee Dee Myers says
Former White House Press Secretary Dee Dee Myers said the GOP could learn a thing from New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, who swept to re-election this week as a Republican in a traditionally blue state.
Colorado Democrat urges Obama to extend Obamacare enrollment period
Sen. Mark Udall told President Obama at the White House today that Americans may need more time to shop for health plans on glitchy websites tied to Obamacare, another sign that Democratic lawmakers are feeling the heat after the disastrous rollout of the law's main provision.
New Jersey's Rep. Jon Runyan won't seek third term, creating 2014 opening for Dems
Republican Rep. Jon Runyan of New Jersey announced Wednesday he won't run for a third term next year, giving Democrats an opportunity to pick up a House seat in a swing district.
N.J. Gov. Chris Christie: People know I'm 'genuine'
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Wednesday that much like anyone in public life, he sometimes wishes he could take back things he says.
DNC Chairwoman: Christie win was about personality and Superstorm Sandy
Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz said Wednesday she does not think the Democratic Party missed a chance to take a swipe at New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie before he swept to victory late Tuesday.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi lends a hand on Letterman
While key elections played out Tuesday, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi had some fun on "Late Show With David Letterman" by letting folks know the "Top 10 things you never knew about the House of Representatives."
For N.J. Gov. Christie, it's two — err, four? — more years
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie coasted to re-election Tuesday night, securing four more years at the helm in Trenton.
