No heroes in shutdown blame falls on GOP
Washington poll finds 62 percent blame Republicans for the partial government shutdown with Obama and Democrats sharing responsibility. Voters cite fray in Washington and the impact on vacations and government services as public concern grows nine days into the crisis.
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Obama taps Yellen to lead Federal Reserve
President Obama nominates Janet Yellen to chair the Federal Reserve, making her the likely first woman to lead the central bank. If confirmed, she would replace Ben Bernanke, whose term ends January 31, and she would bring a record of consensus building and focus on job losses.
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GOP weighs short term debt limit rise to break gridlock
House Republicans consider a short term increase in the 16.7 trillion dollar debt limit to avert default within a week. Leadership shows less urgency to end the nine day partial government shutdown though officials did not specify attached conditions for any debt limit measure.
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Health coverage deadline moved to Valentine’s Day
The Obama administration confirmed you must obtain health coverage by mid February to avoid penalties for being uninsured. Coverage would start March 1, with a March 31 deadline for the penalties, due to processing times and monthly start rules.
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Obamacare wrinkles spark anonymous official remarks
A Jackson Hewitt tax firm first flagged a flaw in the health care law's unpopular mandate. An administration official confirmed the point but spoke on condition of anonymity, highlighting ongoing confusion over ObamaCare requirements.
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