4 possible silver linings in the sequester

Automatic budget cuts begin rolling in today, but amid predictions of pain, some policymakers are highlighting positive impacts

• Mar 1, 2013

McCain: U.S. "raising a generation of jihadists"

Republican Senator John McCain said non-lethal aid in Syria is not enough; also addressed the budget battle between the White House and Congress

• Mar 1, 2013

Romney: Campaign was a roller coaster but "the ride's over"

2012 GOP nominee Mitt Romney and his wife Ann Romney speak to "Fox News Sunday" for first post-election interview

• Mar 1, 2013

GAO report details officials' taxpayer-funded flights

The report looked at a number of expensive - but legitimate - flights for Atty. Gen. Holder and FBI Director Mueller

• Mar 1, 2013

Sequester lands today as Obama, congressional leaders meet

Automatic spending cuts will begin taking effect today, but negotiations to replace the cuts continue as Capitol Hill leaders head to the White House

• Mar 1, 2013

Obama waiting until last moment to order sequester

White House says he can do it anytime Friday so, "ever hopeful" deal can be reached, will hold off until 11:59 p.m.

• Mar 1, 2013

Sequester: What was the point?

Spending cuts will stunt economic growth while failing to address the drivers of debt -- so how'd we get here and what do we do next?

• Mar 1, 2013

WH to justices: End Calif. same-sex marriage ban

The administration's brief marked the first time a U.S. president has urged the high court to expand the right of gays and lesbians to wed

• Feb 28, 2013

In sequestration's 11th hour, finger-pointing reigns in Congress

Pelosi says House GOP just "making noise" on looming cuts; Boehner says Dems want to "steal" from the American people

• Feb 28, 2013

Senate blocks sequester replacement plans

Both Democratic and Republican plans filibustered in the Senate, all but assuring sequester will start tomorrow

• Feb 28, 2013

Questions abound about Justice Dept. use of gov't jets

Republicans raise questions about GAO report showing Justice Dept. officials used gov't aircraft for business, personal travel

• Feb 28, 2013

Violence Against Women Act passes after months of delay

House passes bill protecting victims of domestic violence; bill now heads to President Obama for approval

• Feb 28, 2013

Clint Eastwood signs pro-gay marriage brief

Actor among over 80 noteworthy conservatives who signed a Supreme Court brief arguing in favor of federal marriage equality for gay couples

• Feb 28, 2013

Sequestration looms - but when will the pain feel real?

The Obama administration warns of cuts' devastating effect, but expect a delay in impact

• Feb 28, 2013

Senate Democrats, GOP to stage votes on rival cuts

With automatic spending cuts less than a day away, parties push symbolic votes in advance of White House meeting tomorrow

• Feb 28, 2013

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