White House Won’t Criticize Harry Reid’s ‘Three-Years Old’ Lies About Mitt Romney
The White House doesn’t intend to comment on Sen. Harry Reid’s baseless accusations, made during 2012, that suggested Mitt Romney didn’t pay taxes.
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White House: No New Deadline For Iran Nuclear Talks
With one deadline missed, no new one has been set, and no new details have emerged from nuclear talks with Iran, according to the White House.
14 Photos Of John Kerry Looking For A Nuclear Deal With Iran
John Kerry’s negotiation struggles, in photos.
President Obama Commutes 22 Drug Offenders Sentences: ‘Good Luck And Godspeed’
President Obama today announced his decision to commute the sentences of 22 convicted drug offenders – many of them serving time after being convicted of conspiracy to distribute either cocaine, heroin, marijuana or methamphetamine.
White House: Iran Deadline Date For A Deal Is Flexible
White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest confirmed that the March 31 deadline for the nuclear talks with Iran could extend into April.
White House: Hillary Clinton Acting As ‘Private Citizen’ In Benghazi Investigation
“Ultimately if the committee makes a request and Secretary Clinton in her capacity as a private citizen decides that she wants to once again go above and beyond in terms of trying to provide them with information and access then that would be a decision for her to make,” White House spokesman Josh Earnest says.
What Is Chris Christie Waiting For?
Chris Christie sources say that the New Jersey Governor is “working on his own timetable” for 2016. Behind the scenes, his team is doing a lot of things to prepare for a presidential run in 2016. But publicly he remains quiet about any upcoming announcements.
Sen. Rubio Says He’s ‘Realistic’ On Immigration: ‘We Can’t Do It All At Once’
“Until you can show [Americans], not tell them, until you can show them that you are going to bring future illegal immigration under control, I think it’s impossible to move forward on anything else on immigration,” Sen. Marco Rubio says. “That’s just the fact given what has happened over the last couple of years.”
Marco Rubio: ‘I Will Announce On April 13’
He’s probably running — but Marco Rubio remains cagey on Fox News.
Chris Christie Endorses Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie says he supports the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act, meaning all 14 likely GOP presidential candidates now do.
After Lamenting Money And Special Interests At Kennedy Institute, Obama Attends DNC Fundraiser
Right after a ceremony to honor Ted Kennedy, President Obama is scheduled to attend a Democratic National Committee fundraiser at a restaurant in Cambridge, coordinated to fit the president’s Massachusetts visit.
Remembering Ted Kennedy, Obama Laments ‘Cynicism’ America Has For Washington
At the opening of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute in Boston today, President Obama lamented the loss of the “magic of the Senate” during Ted Kennedy’s service in it.
Obama Plans Visit to Kenya in July
President Obama has scheduled a visit to Kenya in July, according to a statement from the White House, for this year’s Global Entrepreneurship Summit.
Rubio Readies For 2016 Announcement In Florida
Sen. Marco Rubio appears ready to make his plans for 2016 official next month, and according to a report from the Tampa Bay Times has already reserved space at the Freedom Tower in Miami for an April 13 event.
Obama Stumbles Out Of Air Force One Following Weekend Florida Golf Trip
President Obama stumbles a bit while returning from a golf trip to Florida, but manages to keep his footing.
White House Criticizes Indiana Religious Freedom Law Signed By Mike Pence
The White House spokesman says the administration doesn’t care for a state law just signed in Indiana.
‘I’ll Be Damned’ – Obama Surprises Harry Reid During Retirement Interview
As the retiring Sen. Harry Reid participated in interview with KNPR, a Nevada Public Radio station, President Obama surprised him by participating in the show as one of the callers.
24 of Harry Reid’s Oddest Quotes From His Senate Career
Sen. Harry Reid is leaving the Senate in 2017. But he leaves a legacy of odd, often insulting, statements.
President Obama On Harry Reid Retirement: ‘The Senate Will Not Be The Same Without Him’
President Obama praised Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid today after the Nevada Democrat announced he won’t run for re-election in 2016.
White House: Bergdahl ‘Charged and Not Convicted’ of Desertion
Bowe Bergdahl is being charged with disertion. Still, the White House insists he’s an important example of the American value of “leaving no man behind.”
Obama Will Host Pope Francis At The White House To Talk About Six Topics
President Obama will welcome the Pope to the White House in September.
White House Silent After Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl Charged With Treason
Sergeant Bowe Bergdahl has been charged with treason, his lawyer says, but the White House is not commenting on the news yet.
White House Vows To Be ‘Protective’ Of ‘Private’ Obama Meetings With Hillary
The White House today explained that Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s meeting with President Obama earlier this week was “private” and that it would be “protective” of his right to do so.
Chris Christie May Not Announce His 2016 Plans Until ‘Early Summer’
Governor Chris Christie is in no hurry to announce his decision regarding a run for president in 2016, even as other Republican candidates are preparing to announce their intentions in April. “You know me; I’m not a wallflower once I make up my mind I’ll let you all know,” he said.
Valerie Jarrett Defends Hillary: ‘Everybody Has A Gmail’
“Everybody has a private email address, everybody has a Gmail,” Valerie Jarrett explains on The View when asked about former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s deleted emails.
