Politics

Arlington National Cemetery Investigation

The Army opens a broad new probe into Arlington

The move comes in the wake of a Salon investigation, but results so far are mixed
Mark Benjamin
2010 elections

Bomb-thrower Tancredo to run for Colorado governor

With an opening on the right, the controversy-seeking former representative looks to stir things up
Gabriel Winant

White House counsel Craig leaving post

The White House's top lawyer's exit had long been rumored; it's finally happening
Alex Koppelman
Republican Party

Can't the GOP just get along?

A South Carolina Republican who's taken heat from the right lately says the Reagan coalition is at an end
Emily Holleman

Taitz refusing to pay $20,000 sanction

A federal judge slapped the Birther lawyer with a hefty fine, and now the deadline for payment has passed
Alex Koppelman
Sarah Palin

Claim in Palin's book already disputed

"Going Rogue" isn't even out yet, but a former McCain staffer's taking issue with one thing she writes in it
Alex Koppelman

Why Giuliani should keep his advice to himself

The former mayor, in slamming a decision to try a 9/11 plotter in the U.S., reminds us of his own mistakes
Alex Koppelman

Low Democratic turnout explained -- through song!

Plus, a quick treatise on why the conservative candidate lost in NY-23 -- the answer will surprise you Video
Alex Koppelman
2010 elections

Did Democrat Owens really win in NY-23?

Though he's already been sworn in to the House, Bill Owens' lead over his conservative opponent is shrinking
Emily Holleman
Lou Dobbs

Hasta la Vista, Lou Dobbs

A Spanish-language newspaper doesn't hide its glee in seeing the anti-immigration host depart CNN
Alex Koppelman

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Thursday, Nov 12, 2009 13:01 PST

Another shot fired in battle over GOP's future

CPAC announces a conservative running against Florida Gov. Charlie Crist in a Senate primary as its keynote speaker
Alex Koppelman
Thursday, Nov 12, 2009 09:40 PST

Texas Gov. Perry: Obama "hell-bent" on socialism

The governor will apparently say anything to get Tea Partiers' votes in his 2010 primary Video
Gabriel Winant
Thursday, Nov 12, 2009 07:45 PST

Hannity admits Stewart was right about protest video

The Fox News host says his show "inadvertently" aired a clip that made a rally look bigger than it was Video
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 16:20 PST

Dobbs quits CNN

The controversial host is leaving immediately, but hasn't said what his plans are
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 13:40 PST

Taitz's protest against Fox News falls flat

The Birther leader wanted big crowds to chide Bill O'Reilly for dismissing her and her concerns
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 11:55 PST

Bad news for Democrats in new polls

Republicans have opened a large lead on a generic ballot, and their voters are more energized, too
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 10:30 PST

Reid puts healthcare bill on Senate schedule

The majority leader still thinks a bill can get done before the end of the year; others aren't so sure
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 09:25 PST

"Don't ask, don't tell" repeal coming next year?

Rep. Barney Frank says a measure to undo the controversial military policy could be introduced soon
Alex Koppelman
Wednesday, Nov 11, 2009 08:01 PST

More games with conservative rally attendance

The size of two recent protests has been greatly inflated; Jon Stewart catches one egregious example Video
Alex Koppelman
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 16:15 PST

Radio host Ingraham distorted my words, then cut my mike

I tried to have a real conversation about Fort Hood with the conservative talker, but she wasn't interested Audio
Mark Benjamin
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 15:11 PST

Bill Clinton tells Senate Dems to get to work

"The worst thing is to do nothing," the former president tells Senate Democrats as they mull healthcare reform
Mike Madden
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 14:20 PST

Obama camp was source for Edwards haircut story

An infamous report about a rival's $400 style came from Obama campaign opposition research
Alex Koppelman
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 11:55 PST

Obama speaks at Fort Hood memorial service

"Your loved ones endure through the life of our nation," the president tells grieving families
Alex Koppelman
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 09:55 PST

GOP learned wrong lessons in New York race

Republicans thought that driving moderate Dede Scozzafava into arms of Democrats was a good thing
Gabriel Winant
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 09:30 PST

White House communications director Dunn leaving post

Anita Dunn was working on an interim basis, but people like Glenn Beck might claim victory anyway
Alex Koppelman
Tuesday, Nov 10, 2009 07:40 PST

Clinton to rally Democratic senators on healthcare

The former president is slated to stop by the caucus' weekly lunch for a pep talk, and perhaps a warning
Alex Koppelman
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 17:20 PST

Steele says some white Republicans scared of him

The Republican National Committee chairman puts his foot in his mouth, yet again
Alex Koppelman
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 15:50 PST

Report: Obama to send thousands of additional troops to Afghanistan

The president is reportedly close to providing his commander there almost all the new soldiers he'd requested
Alex Koppelman
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 12:32 PST

Levi Johnston suing for joint custody of Palin grandson

Sarah Palin's book tour just got a little difficult, as she faces a legal battle during it
Alex Koppelman
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 10:50 PST

Gay bloggers organizing boycott of DNC

LGBT activists have been upset with President Obama for moving slowly on their issues
Alex Koppelman
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 09:01 PST

Sarah Palin: Abortion is so bogus

The former Alaska governor will fight death, liberal condescension and secularism wherever they are found
Gabriel Winant
Monday, Nov 9, 2009 07:55 PST

White House telling Dems to stay off Fox?

A report suggests the battle between the network and the administration has stepped up, but is it true?
Alex Koppelman
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009 20:15 PST

House passes healthcare reform bill

219 Democrats and one Republican join in favor of the legislation, which passed by a narrow margin
Alex Koppelman
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009 18:19 PST

Republican votes for House Dems' health bill

Both sides lobbied hard to win over Louisiana Rep. Joseph Cao, but he ultimately crossed the aisle
Alex Koppelman
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009 17:45 PST

House nears healthcare vote -- can it pass?

Congress' lower chamber is close to voting on its bill, as work continues on getting enough support
Alex Koppelman

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