Oversight
Watchdog finds tens of billions in cost cutting opportunities
GAO report outlines 51 areas where federal programs could be more efficient.
Oversight
Santorum argues for religion in government
Separation of church and state does not appear verbatim in the Constitution, candidate says.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- The Daily Show: Is Rick Santorum against college because it's fancy?
Jon Stewart jokes about GOP contender calling Obama "a snob."
Oversight
Independents Flee GOP
Republicans appear incapable of nominating someone who can win the votes of independents in November.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- How did Oscars host Billy Crystal describe the GOP presidential candidates?
Academy Awards host references GOP field during show.
Management
Reliance on contractors in Afghanistan draws continuing scrutiny
GAO finds Pentagon did not weigh advantages of using government personnel for security training.
Management
CBO scores bill to require online posting of program spending
Government Results Transparency Act would cost the average agency $1 million.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Romney references Seinfeld incorrectly at debate
Jon Stewart takes umbrage at candidate's attempts at popular culture.
Oversight
Our polarized Congress: Divided we stand
National Journal's annual vote rankings show the depth and bitterness of the country's political divisions.
Oversight
Consumer finance bureau under Cordray makes its presence felt
Financial services industry appears to adapt to new regulatory agency.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Romney's Ash Wednesday
Jay Leno explains why Mitt Romney had ash on his head Wednesday.
Oversight
Report: Debt would grow under all but one GOP contender
Only Texas Rep. Ron Paul's plans would reduce the national debt, thanks to huge promised spending reductions combined with tax cuts.
Oversight
Postal Regulatory Commission chairwoman releases travel records
Ruth Goldway responds to a congressional request for details.
Oversight
Video: Obama speaks at African American Museum groundbreaking
'This day has been a long time coming,' president says.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- 'I'm from the government and this wand is a little cold'
Jon Stewart channels Ronald Reagan on the Virginia ultrasound bill.
Oversight
Play of the Day -- Joe Jamal-Biden saves Cosby Obama
SNL combines the White House and Cosby for The Obama Show.
Oversight
Debt limit fight looms, but not until after the election
Even if the limit is hit before November, the Treasury Department can take steps to push back the drop-dead deadline for raising it.
Oversight
The Election is Still a Long Way Off
Don’t be fooled into thinking that today's events will turn November’s election. A lot of time remains.
Defense
Panetta defends civilian workforce
Defense officials say civilian cuts may be considered in the future.
Management