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Obama earns millions from book sales
President Obama continues to rake in cash as an author.
Haley: Trump's language inappropriate
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley had kind words for almost every contender in the crowded Republican field except for billionaire Donald Trump.
McConnell optimistic on budget deal
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Kentucky Republican, said Sunday the impasse over federal spending between the two major political parties is an "opportunity," not a crisis.
Wisc. Democratic Sen. Kohl calls it quits
Four-term Sen. Herb Kohl said Friday he will not seek re-election next year, leaving his Wisconsin seat wide open and giving Democrats yet another spot they'll have to defend in order to hold onto the upper chamber.
Quayle: President's immigration stance 'absurd'
Rep. Ben Quayle on Wednesday said it was "absurd" for President Obama to assert that the U.S.-Mexico border is secure.
Senate Dems' bill would end Big Oil subsidies
A group of Senate Democrats introduced a bill Tuesday that calls for an end to taxpayer-funded subsidies to the five biggest oil companies.
Heller sworn in as senator
Sen. Dean Heller of Nevada was sworn into office Monday afternoon, replacing fellow Republican John Ensign, who resigned last week amid an ongoing ethics investigation.
Newton mayor joins Senate race in Massachusetts
The field of Democrats angling to challenge Massachusetts Sen. Scott Brown in the 2012 election got a little more crowded today, after Newton Mayor Setti Warren announced his intent to seek his party's nomination.
House members want U.S. out of Afghanistan
A bipartisan group of House members has urged President Obama to end the war in Afghanistan, saying the U.S. should "recalibrate" its anti-terrorism policy in the wake of the successful special forces raid that killed Osama bin Laden.
Lugar, Kerry skeptical of Pakistan over bin Laden
Two high-profile congressional leaders expressed some frustration Sunday with Pakistan over its role in the recent commando raid that resulted in the killing of terrorist mastermind Osama bin Laden.
Boehner tabs Oregon priest to be next House chaplain
House Speaker John A. Boehner announced Friday he will nominate the Rev. Patrick J. Conroy to serve as the chamber's 60th chaplain. Father Conroy, a Catholic priest of the Jesuit order, would succeed the Rev. Daniel P. Coughlin, who retired last month after more than 11 years of service.
Teachers union prepares to endorse Obama — opponent unseen
Eighteen months out from the election and without even knowing who the Republican candidate will be, the National Education Association has already taken the first step to endorse President Obama for re-election.
Indian tribes: Strike Geronimo from bin Laden operation name
Following on the heels of other Indian leaders, Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly on Wednesday urged President Obama to change the name of the military operation that killed Osama bin Laden from "Geronimo," saying it was "dehumanizing."
86% approve of Obama’s call to Kill bin Laden, poll says
Americans overwhelmingly endorse President Obama’s decision to kill Osama bin Laden and don’t believe a greater effort should have been made to bring the terrorist to trial, a new poll says.
Hoyer questions Pakistan's resolve to hunt bin Laden
The No. 2 House Democrat said Tuesday he was concerned Pakistani officials may not have done enough to help expose and hunt down Osama bin Laden.
