Obama Faces Tax Deal Tug-of-War Inside His Party
Obama faces stiff resistance from House Democrats over a tax package with Republicans, as Vice President Biden pressures lawmakers to back the plan. Critics say extending tax cuts for the wealthy and a lower estate tax pose risks, while supporters point to extended unemployment benefits and payroll tax relief to spur spending.
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Obama confident Senate to ratify START nuke pact
President Obama voiced confidence the Senate would ratify the U S Russia START treaty before the holidays and urged passage of the tax deal with Republicans. He highlighted Polish backing from President Komorowski and stressed allies and the national security establishment support.
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Video shows U S soldier Bone Bergdahl with Taliban commander
The Taliban released a new video showing Spc. Bone Bergdahl, missing since 2009, beside a Haqqani network official in Paktika. Bergdahl appears with bags under his eyes as NATO reports indicate ongoing casualties in Afghanistan.
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