Oversight

How the Budget Deal Will Die

As the conference holds its second meeting, Republicans and Democrats are already drawing lines.

  • Tim Alberta and Sarah Mimms, National Journal
Oversight

No Consensus on GOP Plans to Replace Obamacare

Lawmakers have launched efforts, but leadership has yet to back one.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

Finally Over, Shutdown Showdown Tees Up New Battles

More fiscal fights are assured in the months ahead.

  • Billy House, Michael Catalini, Elahe Izadi and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Leaders and White House Closer to a Short-Term Deal on Debt Limit, Shutdown

Senate is looking at longer-term solutions.

  • Michael Catalini and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Republicans Expect to Approve Short-Term Debt Deal

Conservatives appear ready to accept a debt deal as a first step to getting Democrats to move on long-term fiscal issues.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Republicans Weigh Short-Term Debt Limit Extension

Proposal includes one-month extension and dollar-for-dollar spending cuts.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

Republicans Downplay 'Default,' Dismiss Debt Deadline

Some GOP lawmakers say people are exaggerating the potential impact of missed payments.

  • Michael Catalini and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Sends Spending Bill Back to Senate, Brings Shutdown Closer

Measure contains language to protect military pay if the government closes.

  • Billy House, Michael Catalini and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Rallies Around Obamacare Delay, Bringing Shutdown in Sight

Latest plan would ensure military members are paid if the government closes down.

  • Billy House and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

With Shutdown Looming, House GOP Split over Obamacare Strategy

Leadership team has difficulty deciding how to proceed.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

Republicans Not Sold on Boehner's Debt-Ceiling Plan

Package could include cuts to federal pensions.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Republicans Appear Ready to Retreat, Easing Shutdown Fears

Talk has shifted to chipping away at the health care law.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House Republicans Draft Their Debt-Ceiling Playbook

GOP’s opening move will be a ‘menu’ of mandatory spending cuts for Obama to consider.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

House GOP Says It Can Legislate and Investigate at the Same Time

Prominent conservative group suggests delaying votes to focus on Obama scandals.

  • Tim Alberta, National Journal
Oversight

Analysis: Alternative House GOP Budget Makes Faster, Deeper Cuts

Republican Study Committee's new plan balances the federal government in just 4 years; Ryan’s takes 10.

  • Nancy Cook and Tim Alberta, National Journal
Management

The Real Budget Battle

In Washington, all financial skirmishes lead to the same place.

  • Stacy Kaper and Tim Alberta, National Journal
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