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Whether the IRS is ready or not, Obamacare has arrivedThe IRS is tasked with enforcing Obamacare's penalties and policing its subsidies. Problem is, it was already stretched. IRS officials are confident they can handle the load, but it will be tough, experts say.
Election 2014: Mississippi Senate race is tea party’s best shot at victoryLongtime Sen. Thad Cochran faces a strong tea party challenge in the Republican primary. The state GOP establishment has rallied to support him, but the tea party has the energy on the ground.
Did David Ortiz dupe President Obama on selfie?Red Sox slugger David Ortiz took a selfie with President Obama Tuesday when the World Series champs visited the White House. Turns out, he was doing it for Samsung.
Monitor BreakfastGovernor Jindal proposes Republican alternative to ObamacareLouisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal wants to repeal Obamacare, and now he's put forward a plan to replace it. It features no individual mandate and a voucher-like program for Medicare.
Ted Cruz book contract: Is he worth that much cash?Ted Cruz book contract, reported to be $1.5 million, is a big advance to give a political figure who does not have much name recognition – not yet, anyway. Here's why the publisher's gamble may pay off.
Obamacare deadline 101: How can I get more time with an extension?The Obamacare deadline for enrolling in a health insurance plan expired Monday, but there are some extensions available, and the penalty is prorated by months without coverage.
Ryan budget's clear message: We're not DemocratsBoth the Republican House budget by Rep. Paul Ryan and Democrats' 'fair shot' legislation are red meat for partisans, aimed at getting voters to the booth in November.
- Ryan budget's clear message: We're not Democrats
Both the Republican House budget by Rep. Paul Ryan and Democrats' 'fair shot' legislation are red meat for partisans, aimed at getting voters to the booth in November.
Senate report slams CIA over harsh interrogations. It won't be last word.Information is leaking out about a Senate panel's classified report on Bush-era CIA interrogations of terrorism suspects – and it paints the CIA as brutal and deceitful. The spy agency disputes the report. Will the public ever see it?
Who is Jonathan Pollard, and why is his spy case inflammatory?Jonathan Pollard supporters say the spy did nothing but help an ally, Israel, and clemency could help Middle East peace talks. Critics say Pollard did serious damage to US intelligence and his release would gain nothing.
Jeb Bush: Is GOP elite drafting him for 2016?Jeb Bush appears to be faring well in Republicans' so-called 'invisible primary,' amid growing concerns among big party donors and establishment officials about Chris Christie and Rand Paul.
Obamacare deadline 101: Do I have to enroll or not?The Obamacare deadline to enroll in a health insurance plan is Monday, but many people are confused about whether they need to do anything or whether they can get an extension.
Is Obama doing enough to help Democrats for Election 2014?Fundraising alone won't be enough for the congressional midterm elections, says the House's No. 3 Democrat. Obama's help turning out the vote will be key for the party, Rep. Jim Clyburn suggests.
Obamacare deadline 101: Do sign-ups above 6 million signal success?Figures like total enrollment are clues to Obamacare's early performance. But they hint at a larger challenge: how to keep costs contained so more Americans can afford insurance.
Obamacare deadline 101: What if I haven't signed up yet?The Obamacare deadline to sign up for health insurance is March 31, but people who start the sign-up process by then have extra time to finish. To enroll, HealthCare.gov is the first stop.
Is Sheldon Adelson the one man any Republican presidential hopeful must woo?Billionaire casino magnate Sheldon Adelson hosted a meeting of the Republican Jewish Coalition this weekend, and Republican presidential hopefuls flocked.
Another Chris Christie ally topples amid Bridge-gate falloutNew Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said long-time friend and mentor David Samson has resigned as chairman of the Port Authority, as ripples widen from last year's Bridge-gate scandal.
Chris Christie Bridge-gate report leaves a gaping hole: motiveThe internal review of the Bridge-gate scandal by a law firm retained by the Christie administration places blame squarely on the two original prime suspects, but offers only wild theories as to their motive.
Obamacare launch: What Americans like about the law, and what they don'tMost Americans still aren't sold on President Obama's health-care reform law. Poll shows that a narrow majority opposes the law amid concern that it will drive up health-care costs.
Young voters more Democratic? That's not the whole story.Voters age 18 to 29 are increasingly aligned with the Democratic Party, a new Gallup poll says. While the GOP expects gains in the coming midterms, strategists are concerned for the long term.
