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John Edwards' daughter Cate was 'devastated' by father's affair
The daughter of former vice presidential candidate John Edwards learned directly, from him, of the high-profile affair that brought down his political career.
Obama taps Air Force general for NATO post
President Obama on Thursday announced his intention to nominate Air Force General Philip Breedlove as the next Supreme Allied Commander of Europe.
Obama plans trip to Colorado amid gun debate
President Obama is scheduled to step into the nation's hottest state gunfight Wednesday when he visits Colorado to discuss gun control measures.
Obama will submit budget on April 10, 63 days late
The White House plans to submit its federal budget to Congress April 10, more than two months past the deadline, making it the tardiest spending plan of the Obama presidency.
Sen. Chuck Grassley working on alternative gun bill: Report
As Democrats work to craft gun legislation that can attract 60 votes in the Senate, Sen. Chuck Grassley is working on an alternative, Politico reports.
Ex-N.J. Gov. Jim McGreevey: Gay rights are advancing after his 'train wreck' resignation
Former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey said Thursday his resignation announcement in 2004 was the type of "train wreck" that might not be repeated if legal and political forces continue to make it easier for gay persons to come out publicly.
Rep. Mike Rogers calls on U.S. to secure chemical weapons in Syria
Rep. Mike Rogers said Thursday the United States has a "moral obligation" to get ahold of chemical weapons in Syria before the country's civil war spirals into a humanitarian crisis that afflicts the region and beyond.
Obama expects immigration legislation after Easter recess
President Obama said Wednesday he expects immigration-reform legislation to be presented April 8 when lawmakers return from their Easter recess.
Obama on his NCAA bracket: 'Busted'
After all the talk that President Obama is spending more time on his NCAA bracket than meeting his deadline to produce a budget, Mr. Obama says he has little to show for it and that his tournament picks are faring poorly.
Senators touring border witness woman scaling 18-foot fence
Sen. John McCain and members of the bipartisan "Gang of Eight" tasked with carving out a comprehensive immigration package got a firsthand look at the difficulty involved in securing the U.S.-Mexican border when a woman literally climbed over the border right in front of them.
White House: Vote on assault weapons ban is 'progress'
White House spokesman Josh Earnest disputed criticisms that President Obama has not engaged enough on gun control since the December shooting rampage in Newtown, Conn. saying Wednesday the fact that the U.S. Senate will be voting on a ban on so-called assault weapons "represents progress" on the issue.
Delaware Gov. Markell says there is wide support for gun background checks in the First State
Delaware Gov. Jack Markell said Wednesday there is broad support for universal background checks on firearm sales in his state as he pushes a package of gun-control bills through the legislature in Dover.
What's the hold up? Top Republican demands answers on Obamacare delays affecting small business
A House Republican leader wants the Obama administration to explain delays in the roll-out of health insurance marketplaces designed to help small businesses shop for health plans under the federal health care law.
Obama signs bill to avoid federal government shutdown
Without fanfare, President Obama signed a law Tuesday that will keep the federal government running through Sept. 30 and locks into place the "sequestration" budget cuts.
Obama keeps close tabs during Court arguments on gay marriage
President Obama, who personally supports same-sex marriage, received updates at the White House Tuesday about the oral arguments taking place Tuesday morning at the Supreme Court over California's law that bans the unions.
