Sebelius as HHS nominee faces multiple crises
President Obama nominates Kathleen Sebelius to lead Health and Human Services as a health care overhaul looms. Key tests include Senate confirmation, cross party support, and potential clashes with abortion opponents while lawmakers weigh a broad reform agenda and funding.
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President Obama to sign a $410 billion spending bill amid Republican criticism, despite promises to reject earmarks. Peter Orszag said the administration would move forward, acknowledging the bill diverges from Obama’s campaign vows and pledges to reduce earmarks with reforms.
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Supreme Court weighs campaign funding in West Virginia justice race
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