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Virginia man pleads guilty to voter fraud in Gingrich case
A Virginia man has pleaded guilty to forging thousands of signatures in trying to get former House Speaker Newt Gingrich on the ballot in the state's 2012 presidential primary, an NBC affiliate in Charlottesville reported.
Increasing minority of Americans say economic conditions are good: poll
Even though they might not necessarily be satisfied with their personal financial situations, a relatively small but increasing number of Americans say that economic conditions are improving overall in the country, according to new poll numbers released Wednesday.
Congressman: Secret trade deal is 'disturbing attack on American democracy'
Rep. Alan Grayson got a look at the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement the Obama administration has been secretly negotiating and the congressman said Tuesday that it's a scary document that has major implications for the U.S.
Immigration advocates disrupt House hearing
Immigrant-rights advocates had to be forcibly escorted from the House Judiciary Committee on Tuesday after they protested a meeting scheduled to consider an immigration bill focused only on tighter border security.
Narrow majority supports Senate immigration plan: poll
Fifty-one percent of Americans support the comprehensive immigration reform plan being crafted by the so-called "Gang of Eight" in the Senate, compared to 45 percent who oppose it, according to new figures released Tuesday.
Obama defends NSA surveillance program, rejects accusations of invasion of privacy
In a TV interview airing Monday night, Mr. Obama defended his administration's surveillance programs as carefully supervised and rejected accusations that he has swung too far toward invasion of privacy.
Americans increasingly believe White House ordered IRS tea party targeting: poll
The majority of Americans think the unfolding IRS scandal is "very important" for the country, a new poll found. But who they blame appears to be shifting.
First lady Michelle Obama claims ritzy digs during Irish visit
First lady Michelle Obama is sparing no expense on her trip to Ireland, staying at a $3,300-per-night hotel suite in Dublin.
IRS supervisor in D.C. reviewed tea party cases: AP
An IRS supervisor working out of Washington was personally involved in scrutinizing applications from conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status, according to a report by the Associated Press.
Vice President Biden to talk about gun violence on Tuesday
Vice President Joseph R. Biden will deliver remarks on the administration's efforts to reduce gun violence Tuesday in Washington, the White House has announced.
OFA launches major Obamacare ad campaign
Organizing for Action, the nonprofit group born out of President Obama's re-election campaign, is starting a seven-figure ad buy to promote Mr. Obama's health care overhaul, Politico reported Monday.
Sarah Palin: Mayor Michael Bloomberg treats New Yorkers like 'a bunch of little babies'
Sarah Palin, a former Alaska governor and the 2008 Republican vice presidential nominee, said Monday she "feels" for New Yorkers while talking about a new initiative from New York Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to recycle food scraps.
Sarah Palin: New book is a 'legalese' on how to 'protect the heart of Christmas'
Fresh off her return to Fox News, Sarah Palin discussed a range of topics Monday morning — including a book she has in the works on pushing back against "efforts to take the 'Christ' out of Christmas."
Sen. Ted Cruz leads among Texas Republicans for the 2016 GOP presidential nomination
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is the early frontrunner for the 2016 GOP presidential nomination among Texas Republicans, a new poll from the Texas Tribune said.
Obama approval rating drops 8 points to 45 percent: poll
Amid swirling scandals, President Obama's approval rating has dropped to 45 percent — his lowest rating in more than a year and a half — a new poll released Monday said.
