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Karl Rove reflects on Romney's loss
The prominent Republican strategist talked about where his party must improve, downplayed cause of Obama victory
Obama's Congressional battles begin
Mr. Obama says he is prepared to work with Congress. Mitt Romney, says the president won because he catered message to minorities
Freshman Congress members acclimating to D.C.
Newest members of the House discuss first impressions of nation's capital, challenges of first week on the job
Panetta: Appears Petraeus scandal won't widen
Defense secretary says he knows of no other top military officers linked to David Petraeus probe that's also drawn in Gen. John Allen
Obama: Attacks on Susan Rice "outrageous"
Amid GOP criticism for her reaction to attacks on Benghazi, Obama defends U.N. ambassador Susan Rice
Pelosi to stay on as Minority Leader
She announced her decision to colleagues this morning on Capitol Hill, prompting sustained applause
Obama: No evidence Petraeus scandal hurt national security
In his first post-election news conference, Obama talked Petraeus, pressed for bipartisanship on the "fiscal cliff," promised work on immigration, climate change
Graham: I don't "trust" Rice to be Sec. of State
Republican senator says top Secretary of State candidate Susan Rice is "disconnected to reality," doesn't "deserve" promotion
Feinstein: Petraeus willing to testify on Benghazi
Head of Senate Intelligence Committee says former CIA director is willing to testify about the attack in Benghazi, though when is unclear
GOP senators may take lead on immigration reform
Three Republicans willing to consider comprehensive reform, including a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants
If Fla. doesn't pan out, Ga. GOP wants Allen West
The outspoken Tea Party-backed congressman from Florida is continuing to challenge his election results
States petition to secede from union
Angst at election result prompts dismayed citizens in at least 20 states to petition the White House for permission to secede
Angus King to caucus with Democrats
Independent senator-elect from Maine says he can maintain his independence and best serve Maine by caucusing with Democrats
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