5 Reasons John Boehner Won't Be Ousted And 5 Reasons He Won't Stick Around
The intraparty wind still blows in the House speaker's favor, at least for now. But that wind is likely to change in the near future.
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As Tea Party Again Aims For Boehner, GOP Leadership Rallies Around Him
There are rumblings that conservatives want John Boehner ousted as House speaker for what they see as a lack of fight. But GOP leaders look ready to turn the tables on the insurgents.
'Little House On The Prairie' Actress Runs For Congress. Can She Win?
Melissa Gilbert is running for a congressional seat in Michigan. She's the latest in a long line of celebrities with political aspirations.
U.S. House Votes To Buy Time For Obama's Trade Agenda
The chamber now has until July 30 to try again to pass a package of trade-related legislation.
Congressional Plan To Fund Military Comes With A Side Of 'Land Grab'
Material tacked onto the authorization bill adds 250,000 acres of new wilderness, expands national parks, and moves toward a national women's history museum. 'Ethically, it stinks,' says Sen. Coburn.
5 Things To Know About The 2014 Midterm Election
The balance of power in the House and Senate could be upended with Tuesday's vote. We break down some of the key themes and offer a few predictions.