Politics & Government

New York Rep. Michael Grimm Indicted On 20 Counts

6:18pm April 28, 2014

by Joel Rose

Rep. Michael Grimm of New York turned himself in to face federal charges related to a health food restaurant he ran before he was elected to Congress. The Republican congressman says he's innocent and plans to run for re-election this fall, but Democrats have have high hopes of flipping the last GOP-held seat in New York City.

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Early Voting Off to a Fast Start

12:54am April 28, 2014

Early voting is off to a brisk start locally.

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Dr. Monica Wehby, a Republican U.S. Senate candidate in Oregon, appears in the much-talked-about campaign ad "Trust."

Politicians Get Personal With Memorable Early Campaign Ads

7:15pm April 25, 2014

by Don Gonyea

It's early in the 2014 election season, but already some noteworthy — and powerful — biographical spots are starting to appear.

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Pay-To-Play Laws Celebrate 20th Anniversary

7:15pm April 25, 2014

by Peter Overby

The latest Supreme Court ruling easing campaign finance laws could trigger a challenge to pay-to-play laws. That would affect two governors with national ambitions: Andrew Cuomo and Chris Christie.

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Early Voting Begins in North Carolina

5:33pm April 24, 2014

Polls are open in North Carolina's 100 counties.

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Georgia Bill Loosens Restrictions On Guns In Public Places

12:34pm April 22, 2014

by Susanna Capelouto

Allowing guns into government buildings that have no security is part of a bill waiting the governor's approval. Municipalities worry their budgets will grow as they forced to hire security.

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Hundreds of people arrive on the National Mall Friday to try to set a world record for the largest group dressed as comic book characters gathered in one location. The event was organized by Awesome Con 2014, a comic book convention that will take place i

Hey, Superheroes On The National Mall: Any Advice For Congress?

7:13pm April 18, 2014

by Ailsa Chang

Gathered in Washington for a comic book convention, these costumed enthusiasts shared how their favorite characters would run the country.

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In Virginia, Politicians Fish For Support At Old-Fashioned Event

7:13pm April 18, 2014

by Brakkton Booker

Even as technology and social media transform politics, some traditions still live on — like the annual Shad Planking festival in Wakefield. It's a must-attend event on Virginia's political calendar.

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Chelsea Clinton Announces She's Pregnant

11:10am April 18, 2014

Chelsea's parents — Bill and Hillary — sent out tweets confirming the news. The former president wrote that he's excited to add a new line to his Twitter bio: grandfather to be.

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President Obama speaks during an April 7 visit to Bladensburg High School in Bladensburg, Md. It was his fourth visit to Prince George's County in as many months.

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Obama's Favorite County — At Least When It Comes To Giving Speeches

1:11am April 18, 2014

by Tamara Keith

The president has visited Prince George's County, Md., four times this year. It is the most affluent county with an African-American majority. It also happens to be very close to the White House.

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