Gingrich surge in polls puzzles GOP insiders
Washington AP reports Newt Gingrich rises in early polls prompting veteran Republicans to question why voters embrace a candidate with a history of ethics fines and personal reversals. Analysts cite forceful conservative messaging and voter unfamiliarity as reasons, with Iowa polls showing Gingrich leading Romney and Paul ahead of key caucuses.
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House GOP revives payroll tax cut with oil pipeline push
The House GOP unveils a 369 page measure renewing the Social Security payroll tax cut and extending unemployment benefits while funding it with federal fee hikes and higher Medicare premiums for higher earners. It includes drug tests for job seekers and bars welfare use at certain venues, aiming to frame a year end budget fight ahead of elections.
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