Monthly Archives: August 2011

This just in: The Republican presidential debate scheduled for Sept. 7 at the Reagan library will not be postponed, NBC News and POLITICO said Wednesday, despite the White House’s announcement that President Obama has asked congressional leaders to address a … Continue reading →

House Republicans vow to continue their probe of the Energy Department’s $535 million loan guarantee to Solyndra, saying the solar equipment manufacturer’s announcement Wednesday that it will file for bankruptcy underscores that the federal aid was a “dubious” investment. “We … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON – The country’s two political parties saw an uptick in donations this election cycle, with Democrats enjoying a 22 percent fundraising edge over Republicans ahead of next year’s election, new federal data show. Democratic committees, including the party’s national, … Continue reading →

HUDSON, N.H. – Republican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman called Wednesday for sweeping tax changes and new trade agreements to help revitalize the nation’s manufacturing sector and create jobs. Struggling in the polls, the former Utah governor became the first active … Continue reading →

WASHINGTON – As the nation prepares for the 10-year anniversary of the 9/11 attacks — a date al-Qaida has cited as a potential opportunity to strike again — security is intensifying at airports, train stations, nuclear plants and major sporting … Continue reading →