Obama to Seek "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" Repeal

(CBS/ AP)

Mr. Obama has promised to repeal the policy, and gay rights groups were encouraged by news earlier this week that he would push for the repeal in his address to Congress. However, as late as yesterday it was unclear whether his request would be included in the speech.

Senior White House adviser David Axelrod reportedly confirmed to CNN that Mr. Obama will ask for the repeal tonight.