Oversight

Why Hurricane Sandy threatens House GOP more than fiscal cliff

New Jersey Republican members could end up victims of the controversy.

Oversight

Play of the Day: The fiscal cliff gets its due

Letterman admits he doesn't understand the fiscal cliff.

Management

Acting FAA chief confirmed as agency’s permanent leader

Major challenges include implementation of the NextGen air traffic control modernization effort.

Oversight

Why the House GOP left the Hurricane Sandy relief bill out in the cold

The $27 billion relief package for states affected by the storm will likely die.

Oversight

Joe Biden: The most influential vice president in history?

From the fiscal cliff to gun control to Afghanistan, Scranton's favorite son has transformed himself from affable gaffer to West Wing powerhouse.

Oversight

Winners and losers in fiscal cliff deal

Middle-class taxpayers dodge hikes, but those hoping for a grand bargain are disappointed.

Management

Pulling back from the cliff: House passes compromise measure

Move sets stage for potential automatic spending cuts and government shutdown in two months.

Pay & Benefits

House votes to extend federal pay freeze

Legislation would override President Obama's order lifting the freeze at the end of March.

Oversight

Here's what's in the fiscal cliff deal

From tax hikes to a two-month delay in sequestration.

Management

Obama: No long-term deal on sequestration

President indicates final action to prevent automatic spending cuts will have to be part of future agreement.

Management

Analysis: America's greatest economic weakness was its government in 2012

The dysfunction of our political system is now sapping confidence from businesses and families. It may be the single biggest hurdle standing in the way of our prosperity.

Management

Hillary Clinton hospitalized with blood clot

The secretary of State will remain in the hospital for 48 hours.

Management

Sequestration, once unimaginable, draws near

Deal pending in Congress’s final hours would not prevent across-the-board cuts.