White House, Congress Nearing 2-Year Budget Deal
The White House and congressional leaders are hoping to clinch as early as Monday a two-year budget deal that sets spending limits for the Pentagon and domestic programs.
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Voters In Poland, Guatemala And Argentina Surprise Establishment Candidates
Polish and Guatemalan voters have decisively rejected their current leadership, while Argentina is headed for a run-off. Candidates from the right won in Switzerland.
SuperPACs Spend Big In Philadelphia's Mayoral Race
SuperPACs aren't just for presidential and congressional candidates anymore. In cities across the country, the unlimited donation political committees are stepping into local politics.
Democratic Candidates Throw Shade, But Avoid Calling Each Other Out
The three remaining Democratic presidential candidates appeared at a major event in Iowa over the weekend, the annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner, with thousands of party faithful in attendance.
Like It Or Not, Political Campaigns Are Using Facebook To Target You
If you're seeing a political ad in your Facebook feed, there's probably a very specific reason that candidate is interested in you.
A TV Star CAN Beat A Former First Lady (In Guatemala)
The Central American country's elections are eerily similar to a scenario that could play out next year, you know, if there's a Donald Trump versus Hillary Clinton face-off.
Coming To A Mayor's Race Near You: SuperPACs Moving Into Cities
Once the domain of presidential and congressional candidates, the big-spending political committees are now a feature of city politics, too.
The Week Ahead In Politics: House To Vote On Speaker
The House of Representatives is set to vote on a new speaker this week, likely Congressman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin. Meanwhile, the GOP struggles to define itself in Congress and on the campaign trail.
Supporters In Congress Make New Attempt To Revive The Export-Import Bank
Its critics see it as crony capitalism run amok; its supporters, as a vital part of America's economy. On Monday, a bipartisan group of House members will try to bring the Ex-Im Bank back to life.
A Busy Week Ahead For The GOP, On The Campaign Trail And Beyond
On Wednesday, GOP presidential candidates will debate on CNBC and a new House Speaker will be elected. Congress also needs to raise the debt ceiling so the federal government can pay its bills.