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GOP's internal debate over a government shutdown
With a government shutdown just days away, Congressional Republicans are fighting among themselves: Some, like Rep. Sean Duffy (WI), will vote to avoid a government shutdown only if Congress defunds Obamacare. Others, such as Rep. Peter King (NY), are calling that tactic a lost cause.
GOP Obamacare stance may cause shutdown
A House Republican bill to fund the government and avoid a government shutdown includes one hurdle– it defunds Obamacare. The White House and Senate Democrats say it's a nonstarter. CNN's Dana Bash reports on where things stand in the negotiations.
Obama under pressure as shutdown looms
The crisis in Syria, a looming government shutdown, an economic recovery still considered anemic–President Obama has been taking a lot of heat recently. Nine months into his second term, his domestic agenda appears to be in trouble. CNN's Athena Jones reports on the escalating battle between the White House and House Republicans.
Bipartisan anger over Putin's op-ed
On Capitol Hill, lawmakers in both parties responded with anger to Vladimir Putin's New York Times op-ed piece. CNN's Dana Bash reports.
What happens if Congress says no?
Friday morning, White House deputy national security adviser Tony Blinken told NPR, "The President, of course, has the authority to act, but it's neither his desire nor intention to use that authority absent Congress backing him." The president struck a different tone at a press conference later that morning, backtracking and saying, "It would be a mistake for me to jump the gun and speculate because right now I'm working to get as much support as possible out of Congress."
The comments shook up Washington and left many wondering what the president's plans really are and whether he would strike on Syria even without Congressional support. CNN's Jessica Yellin interviews Mr. Blinken and pushes him to clarify the administration's position.
On Syria, Pres. Obama faces an uphill battle
Lawmakers are largely skeptical towards possible military action in Syria. CNN's Dana Bash reports.
Marco Rubio's immigration marathon
Senator makes TV push for immigration deal as lawmakers inch toward a deal. Jim Acosta reports.
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Politicians 'tweeting before they think'
A tweet from U.S. Rep Bruce Braley (D-Iowa) has been called insensitive to the Native American population.
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Rep. Cohen describes meeting daughter
Rep. Steve Cohen talks to CNN's Kate Bolduan about his 24-year-old daughter he learned about three years ago.
Erickson: I don't trust Cantor
Republican CNN Contributor Erick Erickson says he favors current Speaker, John Boehner, over Rep. Eric Cantor. "I don't trust Cantor as far as I can throw him," Erickson said.
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