Same-sex marriage issue to go before Supreme Court this week
(CNN) -- After years of struggle on both sides of the issue, the question of same-sex marriage goes before the U.S. Supreme Court this week.
(CNN) -- After years of struggle on both sides of the issue, the question of same-sex marriage goes before the U.S. Supreme Court this week.
Battle over Affordable Care Act continues on third anniversary
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Some see 2013 shaping up as 2012 all over again -- at least on the issue of health care.The dispute over President Barack Obama's signature health reform law, which he signed three years ago on Saturday, is back on.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Some see 2013 shaping up as 2012 all over again -- at least on the issue of health care.The dispute over President Barack Obama's signature health reform law, which he signed three years ago on Saturday, is back on.
Congress to sign off on bill to fund government through 2013
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Congress is expected to soon sign off on a bill to continue funding the federal government through the end of the fiscal year.That's good, because if they don't, funding would run out on March 27.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Congress is expected to soon sign off on a bill to continue funding the federal government through the end of the fiscal year.That's good, because if they don't, funding would run out on March 27.
TSA chief faces critics, says new knife policy will stand
(CNN) -- The nation's aviation security chief on Thursday defended his recent decision to again permit knives aboard commercial flights, despite concerns from major airlines and their flight crews, and sharp criticism from some members of Congress.John Pistole, administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), told a House Homeland Security subcommittee that his decision would stand and would be carried out next month as planned.He said small knives no longer pose a threat to aircraft security, which now emphasizes bomb detection."A small pocket knife is simply not going to result in the catastrophic failure of an aircraft and an improvised explosive device will," he said. "And we know, from internal covert testing, searching for these items, which will not blow up an aircraft, can distract our officers from focusing on the components of an improvised explosive device."Small knives were banned along with a host of other undersized sharp objects like nail clippers, screwdrivers and cosmetic scissors, following the 9/11 al Qaeda hijack attacks on the United States.There has been a gradual easing of those prohibitions in recent years as planes hardened onboard security and the potential threats shifted away from hijackings and more toward attempts by terrorists to bring down planes with bombs.Still, Pistole's decision has roiled the industry.
(CNN) -- The nation's aviation security chief on Thursday defended his recent decision to again permit knives aboard commercial flights, despite concerns from major airlines and their flight crews, and sharp criticism from some members of Congress.John Pistole, administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), told a House Homeland Security subcommittee that his decision would stand and would be carried out next month as planned.He said small knives no longer pose a threat to aircraft security, which now emphasizes bomb detection."A small pocket knife is simply not going to result in the catastrophic failure of an aircraft and an improvised explosive device will," he said. "And we know, from internal covert testing, searching for these items, which will not blow up an aircraft, can distract our officers from focusing on the components of an improvised explosive device."Small knives were banned along with a host of other undersized sharp objects like nail clippers, screwdrivers and cosmetic scissors, following the 9/11 al Qaeda hijack attacks on the United States.There has been a gradual easing of those prohibitions in recent years as planes hardened onboard security and the potential threats shifted away from hijackings and more toward attempts by terrorists to bring down planes with bombs.Still, Pistole's decision has roiled the industry.
Following November loss, Mitt Romney will return to private sector
(CNN) -- Mitt Romney will return to the private sector.The 2012 Republican presidential nominee will join Solamere Capital, the investment firm founded by his eldest son, Tagg.Romney will serve as chairman of the firm's executive committee, where he'll advise on matters of private equity, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed Wednesday.Romney has had office space at Solamere's Boston offices since the November election.This story was first reported by NBC News.The move is one more sign of Romney returning to post-election, private life.
(CNN) -- Mitt Romney will return to the private sector.The 2012 Republican presidential nominee will join Solamere Capital, the investment firm founded by his eldest son, Tagg.Romney will serve as chairman of the firm's executive committee, where he'll advise on matters of private equity, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed Wednesday.Romney has had office space at Solamere's Boston offices since the November election.This story was first reported by NBC News.The move is one more sign of Romney returning to post-election, private life.
House passes GOP measure on government funding
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A Republican measure to keep the government funded through September while softening the impact of forced spending cuts on the military and veteran's affairs programs won approval from the GOP-led House Wednesday.The proposal, known as a continuing resolution, passed by a 267-151 vote, with more than 50 Democrats joining most Republicans in supporting it.It now goes to the Democratic-led Senate, which is expected to make changes to further soften the impact of the forced spending cuts on non-military programs.The continuing resolution is needed to extend authorization for government spending beyond the current March 27 deadline.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A Republican measure to keep the government funded through September while softening the impact of forced spending cuts on the military and veteran's affairs programs won approval from the GOP-led House Wednesday.The proposal, known as a continuing resolution, passed by a 267-151 vote, with more than 50 Democrats joining most Republicans in supporting it.It now goes to the Democratic-led Senate, which is expected to make changes to further soften the impact of the forced spending cuts on non-military programs.The continuing resolution is needed to extend authorization for government spending beyond the current March 27 deadline.
One day to cuts: What's Congress doing?
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- There's only one day left before $85 billion in widely disliked spending cuts start to take effect.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- There's only one day left before $85 billion in widely disliked spending cuts start to take effect.
Sequestration Latest: Two days to cuts: What's Congress doing?
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- We now have only two days left before $85 billion in widely disliked spending cuts start to take effect.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- We now have only two days left before $85 billion in widely disliked spending cuts start to take effect.
Congress passive as spending cuts near
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- If you're expecting last minute action from Congress to avoid the March 1 spending cut deadline, think again.Congress isn't even in session this week, and lawmakers and aides from both parties say they don't expect anything to pass anytime soon.Why the lack of urgency?The cuts can be phased in over time, and leaders on both sides of the aisle know they can act after March 1 to undo any reductions in the months to come.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- If you're expecting last minute action from Congress to avoid the March 1 spending cut deadline, think again.Congress isn't even in session this week, and lawmakers and aides from both parties say they don't expect anything to pass anytime soon.Why the lack of urgency?The cuts can be phased in over time, and leaders on both sides of the aisle know they can act after March 1 to undo any reductions in the months to come.
Election Day Preview: 98th Assembly District
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Tuesday, February 19th is Primary Election Day in Wisconsin, and with no Democrat in the race, the focus is on the five Republicans running in the 98th Assembly District.The race began in the 98th Assembly District when Paul Farrow won his bid for state Senate.Five candidates hope to replace him, including Jeanne Tarantino, who says her experience working for Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch makes her the best fit."I will be ready, job-ready on Day One.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Tuesday, February 19th is Primary Election Day in Wisconsin, and with no Democrat in the race, the focus is on the five Republicans running in the 98th Assembly District.The race began in the 98th Assembly District when Paul Farrow won his bid for state Senate.Five candidates hope to replace him, including Jeanne Tarantino, who says her experience working for Lieutenant Governor Rebecca Kleefisch makes her the best fit."I will be ready, job-ready on Day One.
GAB shares cost of eliminating election day voter registration
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin's Government Accountability Board (GAB) says eliminating election day voter registration in the state would cost taxpayers between $13.1 million and $14.5 million.The Final Report on the Impacts and Costs of Eliminating Election Day Registration in Wisconsin was released on Monday, February 18th.
MADISON (WITI) -- Wisconsin's Government Accountability Board (GAB) says eliminating election day voter registration in the state would cost taxpayers between $13.1 million and $14.5 million.The Final Report on the Impacts and Costs of Eliminating Election Day Registration in Wisconsin was released on Monday, February 18th.
Congress weighs in on the end of Saturday mail
WASHINGTON (CNNMoney) -- A week after declaring that the Postal Service will no longer deliver letters on Saturdays starting in August, U.S. Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe on Wednesday faced questions from members of Congress over whether he has the legal authority to take such a step.Last week, Donahoe announced that Saturday delivery of most mail will end on Aug. 5, although packages and deliveries to post office boxes would continue.Appearing before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Donahoe defended the "courageous, aggressive and controversial" Saturday delivery cuts as part of a broader effort to stem the bleeding at the agency, which just reported a $1.3 billion loss for the three months ended Dec. 31.Other cost-cutting moves the agency is pursuing include cutting post office hours, consolidating postal plants and creating its own healthcare program for employees.Critics, unions and some lawmakers have questioned whether the Postal Service has the power to end Saturday delivery without Congress' OK.
WASHINGTON (CNNMoney) -- A week after declaring that the Postal Service will no longer deliver letters on Saturdays starting in August, U.S. Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe on Wednesday faced questions from members of Congress over whether he has the legal authority to take such a step.Last week, Donahoe announced that Saturday delivery of most mail will end on Aug. 5, although packages and deliveries to post office boxes would continue.Appearing before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Donahoe defended the "courageous, aggressive and controversial" Saturday delivery cuts as part of a broader effort to stem the bleeding at the agency, which just reported a $1.3 billion loss for the three months ended Dec. 31.Other cost-cutting moves the agency is pursuing include cutting post office hours, consolidating postal plants and creating its own healthcare program for employees.Critics, unions and some lawmakers have questioned whether the Postal Service has the power to end Saturday delivery without Congress' OK.
Wounded Giffords urges senators to act now against gun violence
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Her voice was halting, but not weak.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Her voice was halting, but not weak.
Post-inauguration, Obama must faces Congressional battles
MADISON (WITI) -- With the pomp and circumstance of Inauguration Day behind him, President Barack Obama must now focus on the coming Congressional battles.
MADISON (WITI) -- With the pomp and circumstance of Inauguration Day behind him, President Barack Obama must now focus on the coming Congressional battles.
Freshmen in Congress worth $1 million more than you
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- The median net worth of the freshmen lawmakers in Congress is $1 million more than the typical American household, according to a new analysis by the Center for Responsive Politics.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- The median net worth of the freshmen lawmakers in Congress is $1 million more than the typical American household, according to a new analysis by the Center for Responsive Politics.
Poll: One in seven Americans approve of Congress
(CNN) -- It's really no surprise: Americans aren't thrilled with Congress.
(CNN) -- It's really no surprise: Americans aren't thrilled with Congress.
Pizza-bomber robbery appeal rejected
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A Pennsylvania woman convicted in a bizarre bank robbery that involved a pizza deliveryman with a bomb attached to his neck lost her Supreme Court appeal on Monday.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- A Pennsylvania woman convicted in a bizarre bank robbery that involved a pizza deliveryman with a bomb attached to his neck lost her Supreme Court appeal on Monday.
Tammy Baldwin makes history as 113th Congress sworn in
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The 113th Congress was sworn in on Thursday, December 3rd during a ceremony on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. -- and Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin broke two long-standing barriers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The 113th Congress was sworn in on Thursday, December 3rd during a ceremony on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. -- and Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin broke two long-standing barriers.
New Congress takes office Thursday, will tackle old Congress' leftovers
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The bar has never been lower for the nearly 100 freshmen of the 113th Congress who were sworn-in on Thursday.
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- The bar has never been lower for the nearly 100 freshmen of the 113th Congress who were sworn-in on Thursday.