Obama acts to quell scandals faces GOP resistance
President Obama named a temporary IRS chief and urged new security funding after Benghazi style risks. Republicans view these steps as insufficient and vow to scrutinize the administration, with Boehner accusing White House arrogance and promising accountability as IRS and AP phone-record probes mount.
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Obama urges Congress to fund embassy security overhaul
President Obama pressed lawmakers to approve increased funding for diplomatic security after Benghazi criticisms. He cited four Americans killed in the 2012 attack and urged bipartisan action at a Rose Garden briefing with the Turkish prime minister to honor their sacrifice and strengthen global posts.
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Budget official chosen to run troubled IRS
President Obama selected Daniel Werfel to be acting IRS commissioner as investigations into the agency’s tea party targeting controversy continue. Werfel, 42, is the controller at the Office of Management and Budget and known for his role in sequestration spending and federal management reforms.
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