Party leaders spar over rule changes in Senate debate
Senate leaders Reid and McConnell clash over proposed rule changes aimed at speeding or blocking confirmations for Obama nominees. Democrats push to erode minority blocking power, while Republicans stress preserving deliberation amid a rare closed-door summit.
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Senate debated rules amid push to alter filibuster
Senate leaders McConnell and Reid clashed over proposed changes to Senate rules. McConnell warned against breaking core tradition while Reid called the changes minor. A large meeting of all 100 senators was set to seek a compromise, though a deal remained uncertain.
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Obama Faces Long Path to Second-Term Immigration Win
Obama struggles to win major second-term goals as immigration reform stalls six months after a hopeful tax deal. Fall prospects dim amid health care undertakings budget clashes and looming debt limit, with Egypt and Syria crises adding pressure. House Republicans cite hurdles as Black Caucus leaders warn of a difficult path for his legacy.
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Washington's new power couple seeks tax reform
In a campaign style tour, Sen. Max Baucus and Rep. Dave Camp push for overhaul of U.S. tax laws. The unlikely duo from Montana and Michigan, years apart and from opposing parties, advocate working toward policy answers amid gridlock, fueled by burgers and beer in a shared culture.
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Napolitano resigns as Homeland Security secretary to lead UC system
Janet Napolitano announced her resignation as Homeland Security secretary to become president of the University of California system. She leaves a department still adjusting to the 2001 agency merger and facing immigration reform battles in Congress. The role oversees agencies from TSA to the Secret Service and Coast Guard.
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