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Gallup Poll: Scandals Need More Investigation

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A new Gallup Poll shows large majorities believe Benghazi and IRS targeting incidents warrant more investigation, but many are paying little attention.

Lawmaker: IRS Probed Prayers of Pro-Life Group

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

During House hearing, Congressman grills IRS official about questioning Iowa pro-life group conerning prayer content.

Lawmakers Press for Answers on Ammo Stockpiling

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Reports have been surfacing for months that the Department of Homeland Security is stockpiling ammunition. Now that has sparked a congressional investigation.

IRS Scandal Sparks Concerns about Obamacare

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Republicans are linking the IRS scandal to the implementation of Obamacare, saying the agency should have no role in Americans' health care.

GOP, Tea Party Eye White House in IRS 'Witch Hunt'

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama pledged Friday to work with Congress to prevent the Internal Revenue Service from abusing its power.

Mainstream Media Turning on White House?

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

For presidents, the media can be your best friend or worst enemy. At the moment, President Obama could be witnessing the end of a cozy relationship.

Nowhere to Run: Obama Gets Heat from All Sides

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Many accuse the president of passing the buck on a number of scandals. Those critics now include not only the GOP, but Democrats and the media.

Benghazi Emails Fail to Quiet Republican Critics

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The White House is trying to fight Republican claims of a cover-up by releasing secret emails about the Benghazi scandal.

Hagel Outraged over Latest Military Sex Scandal

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The amount of sexual harassment and abuse within the armed services is reaching alarming new highs. Now the Pentagon is stepping in and cleaning house.

Holder on Hot Seat over AP Phone Record Grab

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder himself is on the hot seat for the Justice Department's gathering of phone records at The Associated Press.

IRS Tea Party Scandal Sparks Criminal Investigation

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative groups is now a criminal investigation, with the Justice Department looking into possible mis-conduct.

Vermont Decriminalizes Pot Possession

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Vermont lawmakers passed a bill Monday decriminalizing possession of up to an ounce of pot.

Justice Dept. Under Fire for AP Phone Record Grab

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Justice Department has come under fire for secretly obtaining phone records for journalists and editors with The Associated Press.

Obama: Benghazi Hearings Politically Motivated

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

President Obama is responding to the mushrooming investigations into last year's deadly Sept. 11 attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya.

Report Shows IRS Chief Knew of Tea Party Targeting

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A report by the IRS's own watchdog shows senior IRS officials knew about the agency's targeting of conservative groups.

Could Immigration Bill Lead to Big Brother Database?

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

A national biometric database is hidden in the 800-page immigration legislation being proposed in the Senate, Wired.com reports.

Republicans Demand Probe as IRS Scandal Widens

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The IRS has admitted its targeting of conservative political groups went beyond the Tea Party, prompting GOP lawmakers to call for an investigation.

Jack Lew: Congress Must Strike Budget Deal 'Now'

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew says Congress needs to work together to compromise on a budget before the country reaches the debt ceiling in September.

IRS Knew Tea Party Targeted in 2011

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The Associated Press reports that senior officials with the Internal Revenue Service knew Tea Party groups were targeted as early as 2011.

Denver Lawmakers Pass Bill to Regulate Marijuana

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Denver lawmakers passed legislation Wednesday to regulate the marijuana market after voters approved its legalization last year.

Could Evangelicals Make or Break Immigration Deal?

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Immigration reform is picking up steam in Congress Thursday, but there are still plenty of potholes ahead.

Lawmakers Turn Capitol into House of Prayer

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill turned the "people's house" into a house of prayer Wednesday.

Lawmakers Look to Protect Against Cyber Attacks

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Cyber security is at the forefront of new legislation in the Senate aimed at protecting Americans from attacks in cyberspace.

Public Checked Out on Immigration Reform Debate

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Lawmakers in Washington are fiercely debating comprehensive immigration reform.

Mark Sanford Reclaims Congressional Seat

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Four years after a political scandal sidelined his career, former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is heading to Congress.