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Embattled IRS 'Cheetahs' scrub softball date
The Internal Revenue Service is too busy playing defense on the political front to play its scheduled softball game on Friday.
Physically strong men lean conservative, study claims
Schwarzenegger? Stallone? There may be something to their conservative political leanings.
Democrat: Health care repeal a 'legislative fantasy'
A New York Democrat lawmaker accused House Republicans of acting out a "legislative fantasy" Thursday afternoon by holding yet another vote to repeal President Obama's health care law.
Nancy Pelosi: GOP attacks on Obama based on 'fear'
With the White House facing increasing flak from Republicans over several bubbling scandals, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi says Republicans are exploiting the matters in order to tarnish a "great" and "visionary" president.
Blame it on the media? Americans have the false impression the nation is pro-choice
Does the liberal media have anything to do with the false impression that the nation is pro-choice? Could be.
Sen. Marco Rubio: Obama created 'culture of intimidation'
Whether it's the targeting of conservative groups or the secret gathering of journalists' phone logs, President Obama has created a "culture of intimidation" throughout the federal government and taken part in a "deliberate abuse of power," Sen. Marco Rubio said Thursday.
Terry McAuliffe up in Virginia governor's race: poll
In the race to be Virginia's next governor, Democrat Terry McAuliffe has opened up a 5-point lead over his Republican opponent, according to a Quinnipiac University poll out Thursday morning.
Have a peek at President Obama's actual 2012 financial disclosure report
"We are continuing this Administration's practice of posting these forms online here in the interests of transparency," Jay Carney notes.
No mortgage refi for Obamas, records show
President Obama likes to extol the virtues of average Americans taking advantage of historic low mortgage rates, but so far he has resisted refinancing his 6,000-foot house in Kenwood district of Chicago, according to his latest financial disclosure report released Wednesday.
Obama moves to take bigger role in addressing IRS scandal
After days of being accused of acting timidly with the IRS, President Obama will meet Wednesday with Treasury Department officials to discuss punishing those responsible for the agency targeting conservative groups.
Politico: Reporters ready to condemn Obama 'lies'
Politico, considered in many circles as a haven for the Obama administration, raised eyebrows Tuesday with a piece titled "D.C. turns on Obama."
Holder: IRS probe will be national, 'dispassionate'
Attorney General Eric H. Holder Jr. told Congress Wednesday his investigation into the IRS scandal will be nationwide and not limited to the agency's Cincinnati office where agents targeted tea party and other conservative groups for extra scrutiny.
House oversight panel to hold 2nd Hill hearing on IRS scandal
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee announced Wednesday it has scheduled the second of what is expected to be bevy of congressional hearings on the IRS scandal.
Reid mocks latest GOP 'Obamacare' repeal push
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid ridiculed House Republicans on Wednesday for scheduling yet another vote to repeal "Obamacare" this week, quipping that "perhaps Republicans think the 37th time is the charm."
Tea party leader: We need independent probe of IRS
Cries are growing louder for an independent investigation into the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative groups seeking tax-exempt status.
IRS employees gave more than $110,000 to Obama's campaigns
President Obama received more than $110,000 from IRS employees for his 2008 and 2012 campaigns, topping all rival candidates, according to a Center for Public Integrity analysis.
Cash-strapped Michigan city auctions off Santa and his reindeer
Looking to dig its way out of debt, a cash-strapped Michigan city sold off Santa Claus, his white sleigh and four of his reindeer at an auction.
Sen. Barbara Boxer: Sexism is driving opposition to EPA nominee Gina McCarthy
Republicans say they're opposed to Gina McCarthy's bid to lead the Environmental Protection Agency because she's withholding key information. Sen. Barbara Boxer sees a more sinister motivation.
North Miami mayoral candidate 'endorsed by Jesus Christ' comes in last
Ask and ye shall receive votes — just not very many of them.
Journalists ready to rumble over Associated Press challenge
journalists themselves are ready to rumble. The American Society of News Editors deems the Justice Department's seizure of wire service phone records both "outrageous" and "appalling," among other things.
