Unemployment Drops Boost Obama in Key Swing States
Unemployment declines in Ohio Michigan Florida Arizona Nevada and North Carolina help improve Obama’s odds in the swing states poised to decide the election. Polls show Obama leading Romney in several states as manufacturing revives the Midwest and tourism rebounds in sunbelt areas.
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Obama Leads Romney in Battleground States Survey
The latest AP survey shows Obama ahead in several swing states including Nevada amid mixed economic signals. Unemployment improved from 13.6 percent to 12 percent in March, with nine other swing states showing declines over the past year. Analysts warn sentiment and momentum can shift quickly as the election approaches.
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More firings in Secret Service scandal expected
House Homeland Security Chair Rep. Peter King forecast more Secret Service dismissals as lawmakers and an Obama adviser urge confidence the agency will address the incident. The probe lists 12 personnel, six fired, one cleared, five on leave, with one staying at a different hotel.
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