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