5 of 2 John Boehner reveals how he survives the state of the union


Boehner sat directly behind the president while he gave his speech. people have made fun of him asking if he practiced scowling before. He said he focused on the back of Obama's head during the speech. He said it is he presidents night so he sits there and tries not to make the news even though he has a lot going through his mind.

4 of 2 House passes anti abortion bill on anniversary of Roe v. Wade



The House passed a bill that would put a ban on federal funding for abortions. The bill prevents women having abortions through Medicaid and also prevents women from buying a private insurance plan with abortion coverage. Democrats wanted tried to motion the bill back to committee but the Republicans denied this and passed the bill. The president is said to veto the bill if it passes Senate.

3 of 2 Budget forcast sees end to steep declines in federal deficit 



The federal budget deficit will continue to decline over the next year but despite Americas economy being on the ups, the deficit will rise again in 2017 because of an aging population. Now lawmakers face the problem about what to do about increased Medicare and social security spending that reflects the aging population but not the good economy. The forecast might get Obama to change his policy proposals. I was wondering how they actually estimate these budgets?

2 of 2 Romneys consideration of candidacy is closely related to his faith, allies say



A fellow Republican suggested to Romney that he should run again not for redemption but for a higher calling from his faith. Last time Romney did not embrace his religion as openly last time but this time he will. He feels that his religion is tied to his sense of service to our country. His last run was complicated by the fact that his team didnt want him to say anything about being Mormon at all. But now he will embrace it and show himself as a faith and family man.

1 of 2 In state of the union, Obama defiantly sets a broad agenda



On Tuesday president Obama claimed credit for improving the economy. It was his sixth state of the union address and was an hourlong address. He vowed to focus his final two years on programs that had taken a backseat. The three main issues he called Congress on were making community college free for most students, enhance tax credits for child care and education, and impose new taxes on high income earners. He didn't talk about any of his loses.

5 of 1 At 78, McCain savors a new dream job in Senate



Six years after losing to Obama in the presidential election, McCain now has the only other job in Senate besides president that he ever wanted, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. He is in charge of overseeing the nations defense policy and Americas military. McCain states that Obama's decision not to send more troops to Iraq has put America at risk, fearing that an attack like the one in Paris could happen in the U.S. McCain has completely different views on foreign policy than Obama does. McCain, a former Navy pilot and the son and grandson of admirals, says that running Armed Services is a fulfillment of a lifelong political aspiration.

4 of 1 In new Congress, Wall St. pushes to undermine Dodd-Frank reform



Obama signed the Dodd-Frank act into law in 2010. The continuing assault on the Dodd-Frank law has achieved some success, especially compared to opponents of the Affordable Care Act 2010. In the last month, the nations biggest banks and investment firms have twice won passage of measures to weaken regulations that are intended to help lessen the risk of another financial crisis. The current efforts to undermine Dodd-Frank have been textbook lobbying.

3 of 1 Third chance for Romney? G.o.p. is torn



When Republicans were gathered at the Oklahoma capitol this week talk turned to Romney's possible pursue for a third presidential bid. But even his supporters and admirers said don't do it, while saying that he had his chance and that people might look on for new candidates. Opinions on Romney range from support to indifference and even hostility. Some party leaders believe that his weaknesses are constant, such as his awkward demeanor and his inability to connect with the working class and minority voters. However, it is said that of all the other candidates, Romney is the only one to have proven that he can raise billions of dollars and be a vote getter in a national race.

2 of 1 As 2016 race gains steam, Christie sees no need to rush



Governor Chris Christie is preparing to make his first steps toward a presidential campaign, with his plans to set up a political action committee. While among aggressive jockeying between his likely rivals Bush and Romney, Christie has delivered the message, Relax, to his top supporters and donors. The governor says that there is more than enough political money should he make his formal announcement in the Spring. After several years as a likely presidential candidate, Christie does not feel as much pressure to show momentum.

1 of 1 House votes to revoke legal protections for millions of immigrants



On Wednesday the House voted to undo revisions of Obama's immigration policy. This revoked legal protections for millions of illegal immigrants. The vote outraged Democrats, while many Republicans worried that their party would be perceived as hostile towards immigrants. While it has been said that Obama will not sign any bill that blocks his executive actions on immigration, the action in the House showed how the Republican led Congress will debate the presidents immigration actions. This will cause lawmakers to struggle to find compromise on funding the Department of Homeland Security.Democrats accused Republicans of jeopardizing Homeland Security funds at a time when the U.S. can not be caught off guard. The final outcome will not be decided for weeks but Wednesday was the first action from House conservatives.