Bridget Johnson
Of Procreation and Labels: Supreme Court Hears Prop. 8 Challenge
Justice Kennedy: "The problem with the case is that you're really asking...for us to go into uncharted waters."
What Intel Did the White House Miss By Whisking Abu Ghaith Into Federal Court?
Committee chairmen chide Obama: "Blinding ourselves to possible intelligence about terrorism threats does not make them go away."
Will Quantico Tragedy Steer Gun-Control Efforts Toward Military?
Policy makers casting suspicious eyes on the states of mind of service members already was a subplot in the broader debate.
Reid Rushes Into ‘Basis for Opening Debate’ Gun-Control Bill
Biden chides Congress to have "courage" and think about their "mortally wounded" colleague Gabby Giffords.
Number of Undetected ‘City Killer’ Asteroids ‘Very Large,’ House Panel Told
Sequestration, Bruce Willis, and even the pope: Challenges and strategies laid out by Obama's space team.
Lax Security and a Laptop of Secrets: Chinese Contractor for NASA Nabbed
Only thanks to a whistleblower to Rep. Frank Wolf: "This information could have significant military applications for the Chinese People's Liberation Army."
Romney to CPAC: ‘Learn from My Mistakes’
If there was a "severely conservative" moment this year, it was Romney using that definitive tone to declare "I utterly reject pessimism." (Don't miss Next Generation's members-only coverage of CPAC 2013 — featuring former Congressman Allen West and Michelle Fields. Click here to learn more.)
It’s On: Paul, Rubio Stir Up CPAC with 2016-Caliber Speeches
Both were at their personal best in terms of ease, messaging, and humor — and sandwiched into 15-minute slots on a Thursday afternoon. (Related: Don't miss Bridget at the PJ Tatler: "Rick Perry: If Only You’d Actually Nominated a Conservative…")
Habemus Politicking: White Smoke Drifts Across Washington
Obama: "Just as I appreciated our work with Pope Benedict XVI, I look forward to working with His Holiness to advance peace, security and dignity."
Government Advertises for Nearly 2,600 New Jobs Since Sequestration
This includes 107 new positions at the Department of Homeland Security, which has freed illegal immigrants citing budgetary constraints.
How an African Pope Could Fight the Spread of Islamic Extremism
Fueling the fire of conversion and stoking pride of non-Christians alike could make al-Qaeda's entrenchment efforts harder in key regions.
Rand’s Stand Shakes Up the 2016 Landscape
Even if the senator decides against a run -- and the chances of a run shot up this week -- other GOP hopefuls will be held to the filibuster-chutzpah standard.
Paul Injects Life into Party with Nearly 13-Hour Filibuster
The "filiblizzard" of the Brennan nomination over Obama's secretive drone program, joined by one Dem, outlasted the snowstorm that paralyzed D.C.
Church vs. Chavez Highlighted Power of a Faithful Fight Against Tyrants
Venezuela's clerics didn't fear tangling with the ruler when moral principles and human rights were on the line.
Barak to AIPAC: Political Will to Stand Up to Iran Failing the Syria Test
Israeli defense minister: "All options must remain on the table... and we expect all those who say it to mean it. We mean it."
Will Obama’s Defense Cuts Lead to a Military Draft?
Forces will be stripped, recruitment will be difficult, and gutting defense "will threaten the foundations of the all-volunteer force" as crises abound.
Police Chief Shouts at Graham: Gun Background Checks Just ‘a Paper Thing’
Feinstein angles for traction on assault weapons ban in heated Judiciary hearing; Reid says he'll bring one bill to the floor.
Hagel Takes Over a Pentagon on the Edge
Even with the Army poised to lose 40 percent of operating funds, Obama is wed to Head Start and flu vaccine memes.
Lawmakers Determined to Override Obama’s ‘Workplace Violence’ Classification of Fort Hood
Despite the veto threat and snail's-pace prosecution of Hasan -- and the fact that the media "let this thing go."
Special Ops Poised to Take $1 Billion Hit from Sequestration, CR
Will Washington step up in the 11th hour for our most elite warriors, or will cuts hazardously weaken SOCOM's readiness?
Obama Urged to Replace Scandal-Ridden Interior Watchdog
Just one of many departments still lacking an overseer to root out mismanagement, fraud, and ethics violations.
Pentagon on Furlough Notice as ‘Unengaged’ Obama Demands Tax Hikes
Closer to a "hollow force" reality: "He has certainly proven capable of leisure, now it’s time to prove that he’s capable of leadership.”
Time Running Out on Sequestration, Yet Admin Stands by WARN Act Defiance
Obama won the swing states that would have been most affected by job-loss notices. And if layoffs happen without notice by law, taxpayers could swallow $1 billion in promised litigation help.
House Tries to Block Obama’s Order to Raise Federal Salaries
Dozens of Democrats join GOP in extension of pay freeze, but Harry Reid will likely see to a quick thaw.
No Batteries, Just Playtime: Another $150M Strike for Green-Tech Stimulus
Inspector general: "The audit surfaced issues relating to the management of this grant which transcend the reimbursed amount in importance."
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