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Mitt Romney faces massive shortfall on personal popularityAn ABC/Washington Post poll shows only 35 percent of Americans view Mitt Romney favorably. But Gallup's first tracking poll of the campaign shows Romney and Obama in a tight race.
Why Education Department may be safe for now, even though it's a GOP targetIn remarks overheard by reporters Sunday night, Mitt Romney says he would keep the Education Department, although he'd reduce its budget.
Why Ron Paul is still in the presidential raceRecent delegate counts show that Ron Paul is picking up a part of the anti-Romney protest vote, and he remains popular among young voters, but it's unclear if that will amount to anything.
GSA scandal: Congress gangs up on bureaucrats behaving badlyThe one budget cut both parties love is government waste, and four congressional hearings on the GSA scandal give lawmakers the chance to drill that point home – repeatedly.
Mitt Romney's big plans overheard, showing why he's Mr. CautiousIn public, Mitt Romney sticks to generalities. But in private remarks overheard by reporters, he floated details of what a Romney presidency might look like. Now he may be even more cautious.
Secret Service sex scandal: Could it lead to blackmail?Rep. Darrell Issa, chairman of the House Oversight Committee, voiced such concerns in the wake of the alleged prostitute incident in Colombia, which led to the recall of 11 Secret Service agents.
Tax deadline: Why you get until April 17 this year to file your returnThe tax deadline for filing 2011 federal income tax returns comes two days later than usual. For this, last-minute filers have President Lincoln to thank.
The Buffett Rule: Tax reform or political gimmick?As last-minute tax filers sweat the IRS, Democrats are pushing – and the GOP is resisting – the Buffett Rule, which would mean higher tax rates for millionaires (like Mitt Romney and Barack Obama).
Cory Booker Stories: Top 10 tweets about fearless Newark mayorWhen a politician actually acts like a superhero, Twitter can't sit still. Enter Cory Booker Stories, appreciative tweets about the mayor who rushed into a burning building.
- Look ma, no helmet! Michigan repeals helmet law for motorcyclists.
The repeal of Michigan's helmet law for motorcyclists Friday could bring millions in motorcycle-tourist dollars to the state, advocates say. Critics say it will raise health-care costs.
- Does Blagojevich brother have beans to spill on Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr.?
Robert Blagojevich, brother of jailed ex-Gov. Rod Blagojevich of Illinois, is expected to talk this month to the House ethics panel about Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. Jackson's interest in being appointed to Obama's former US Senate seat is the likely topic.
President Obama releases tax returns. Does he have to make them public?The Obamas paid more than $162,000 in federal taxes on income of $789,674. The custom that presidents release their tax returns dates to the Nixon administration.
Ann Romney flap: Will it help Mitt Romney score points with women?Hilary Rosen's criticism of Ann Romney may rally stay-at-home-moms behind Mitt Romney. But it likely won't shrink the gender gap, which now gives President Obama a big edge.
Monitor BreakfastIs India weaning itself off Iranian oil fast enough for the US?India is Iran's No. 1 customer for crude oil, which puts it in danger of running afoul of a new US law that will twist nations' arms to curb oil imports from Iran. India's ambassador to the US cites 'degree of understanding' from US officials to India's predicament.
North Korean missile launch failure: what it means for WestWashington’s snap reaction to the North Korean missile launch failure contained decidedly mixed emotions, including relief and concern about what the regime might try next.
Ann Romney and Hilary Rosen flap: Must Team Obama always be first responder?President and Michelle Obama both did damage control after Hilary Rosen's off-key comment about Ann Romney and stay-at-home moms. What will happen the next time a Democratic pundit misspeaks in front of the cameras?
Trayvon Martin case a trial by fire for rookie Sanford mayorFor about a month, Mayor Jeff Triplett labored to keep a lid on an explosive situation in Sanford, Fla., after local police released George Zimmerman, who fatally shot teenager Trayvon Martin. The mayor emerged intact, but not unchanged.
George Zimmerman charged: Will that affect civil rights investigation?News that George Zimmerman was charged with murder won't sway the ongoing federal civil rights investigation, which is looking for evidence that Zimmerman was motivated by racial hatred.
Hilary Rosen vs. Ann Romney: why the dust-up is fakeMuch of the fighting over 'women's issues' feels like manufactured outrage. In the latest example, Republicans are pouncing on a comment by Democratic strategist Hilary Rosen about Ann Romney.
Michelle Obama on 'The Colbert Report': Did she get the best of him?In an appearance on 'The Colbert Report,' Michelle Obama scored points for military families and her husband's presidency, while lobbing gentle zingers at Stephen Colbert.
