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House immigration group reaches a deal

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:30:39 -0400

WASHINGTON - A bipartisan group of House members announced a deal Thursday on sweeping immigration legislation, a breakthrough that could boost chances for one of President Barack Obama's top second-term priorities.

Holder defends Perez's tenure at Justice Dept.

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:23:55 -0400

WASHINGTON - Attorney General Eric Holder and a leading House Republican clashed Wednesday over the Justice Department's refusal to turn over the private emails of Thomas Perez, a top department official nominated to be labor secretary.

Holder defends subpoenas for AP telephone records

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:29:02 -0400

WASHINGTON - Attorney General Eric Holder told Congress Wednesday that a serious national security leak required the secret gathering of telephone records at The Associated Press as he stood by an investigation in which he insisted he had no involvement.

Wisconsin reps oppose part of dairy support plan

Thu, 09 May 2013 18:21:36 -0400

MILWAUKEE - Five of Wisconsin's eight U.S. House members have signed a letter opposing a plan to limit milk production if prices fall too low.

Internet sales tax bill faces tough sell in House

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:58:04 -0400

WASHINGTON - Traditional retailers and cash-strapped states face a tough sell in the House as they lobby Congress to limit tax-free shopping on the Internet.