News
Obama selects Sotomayor for high court vacancy
Republicans vow a thorough investigation of Supreme Court nominee Judge Sonia Sotomayor.
Oversight
Obama stands by decision to close Guantanamo
President also defends stance on torture, saying interrogation methods such as waterboarding are not necessary to keep the country safe.
Oversight
Obama requests $1.5 billion for swine flu in supplemental
President says he wants money "out of an abundance of caution."
Defense
Obama wins respect from the military
President looks to avoid the mistakes of Bill Clinton, the last Democratic, non-veteran commander-in-chief.
Oversight
Obama administration and states target mortgage scammers
Program announced on Monday puts emphasis on greater coordination among agencies, better education for consumers and increased warnings and alerts.
Oversight
Obama: Budget and fixing the economy are 'inseparable'
Investments that spur economic growth will help cut the deficit in the long term, president says.
Oversight
Obama pushes for quick movement on fiscal 2010 spending plan
Floor action on the budget resolution is expected for the week of March 30.
Oversight
Obama calls for earmark overhaul but will sign omnibus
President says bill is "necessary for the ongoing functions of government."
Oversight
Obama taps Sebelius, DeParle to oversee health reform
Obama had previously tapped Tom Daschle to both offices as a healthcare czar.
Oversight
Obama calls summit a good first step
Washington decisionmakers spent hours on Monday discussing a range of issues, including procurement and the budget process.
Oversight
Obama promises a gimmick-free spending plan
President says he will cut the estimated $1.3 trillion deficit in half in four years by raising taxes on the wealthy and reducing spending on the Iraq war.
News
Daschle takes himself out of the running for HHS job
Withdrawal comes hours after another nominee, Nancy Killefer , dropped out over tax problems.
Oversight
Obama gets down to business of governing
Among early agenda items is a directive dealing with the ethics of his appointees.
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