Oversight

Biden revives 'etch a sketch' remark in blasting Romney

Vice president's comment comes after strong GOP criticism of his attacks.

Management

Sequestration could hit Washington area with recession, economist warns

But some disagree job losses would slice thousands off area’s federal and contractor payrolls.

Oversight

Why Issa won't drop 'fast and furious'

With less than 100 days until the elections, political calculations are also invariably at play.

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Romney's Lighter Half and Obama Buys the Beer

Leno takes a look at Obama's trip to the Iowa State Fair.

Pay & Benefits

Are Americans ready for a real debate on the size of government?

As the chairman of the House Budget Committee, Paul Ryan passed two controversial budgets.

Management

The Obama and Ryan budgets, by the numbers

A comparison of how their proposals stack up on the specifics.

Oversight

Public really dislikes Congress

August is tied with February as the lowest rating in Gallup's 38-year history.

Oversight

Lawmaker calls for investigation into alleged TSA racial profiling

Rep. Keating says Congress should conduct the probe, not the agency.

Management

Reagan OMB chief: Ryan's budget a 'fairy tale'

Op-ed attacks GOP for agreeing to Wall Street bailouts and cutting food stamp relief.

Oversight

All the president's mystery men and women

While campaigns trumpet their VP picks, voters get little insight into who might staff a president-to-be's cabinet -- and help set administration policy. Should that change?

Oversight

Play of the Day -- Say Hello to Romney/Ryan

After the Olympic break, late-night hosts get some shots in at the Republican ticket

Oversight

Romney-Ryan Pros and Cons

Five advantages and five hazards the House Budget Committee chairman brings to the ticket.

Oversight

Veterans Affairs faces probe of spending on two conferences

Employees may have received gifts of alcohol, concert tickets and spa visits.

Pay & Benefits

Ryan’s plans on pay, benefits will be Romney's too, critics say

The candidate is now ‘tethered’ to his running mate’s budget, Rep. Chris Van Hollen says.

Oversight

Moderators announced for presidential debates

PBS’s Jim Lehrer, CNN’s Candy Crowley and CBS’s Bob Schieffer will be the moderators for this year's presidential debates.

Oversight

House files civil lawsuit against Holder

Boehner says the Justice Department has been 'stonewalling Congress.'

Oversight

Potheads take an interest in Operation Fast & Furious

Marijuana raids aimed to distract public from gun-walking investigation, book contends.

Oversight

Use of Ryan budget in Hill races offers insights

Democrats call it a vulnerability, but GOP says a good messenger can offset challenge.

Management

Ryan launches VP campaign with attack on big government

As House budget chair, he has pushed plans to cut the federal workforce, freeze pay and trim benefits.

Oversight

Romney's VP choice brings budget leadership experience

Paul Ryan has quickly developed strong rapport with presumptive GOP nominee Mitt Romney.