President Obama praises George W. Bush in beginning discussions on immigration reform.
Chemical Weapons In Syria: UN Wants More Details On French, UK Charges
Both countries asked the U.N. to investigate reports of chemical weapons use by the Syrian government.
Obama’s State Of The Union Address: More Jobs, Fewer Guns, Better Education, Smarter Immigration
In a roughly hour-long speech, the president argued that although America’s economy is on the mend, more must be done to return it to its pre-recession form.
What You Need To Know About Tonight’s State Of The Union Address
Don’t expect the president to deliver a smack down tonight, reports TRNS Chief White House Correspondent Victoria Jones.
Obama Chides GOP For Opposing Further Tax Revenue
He did, however, say that he was “heartened” to see Republicans begin to engage with Democrats on a way to reform the nation’s immigration system.
Obama Will Visit Israel This Spring
The president will also travel to the West Bank and Jordan, according to Press Secretary Jay Carney.
Obama Calls For Sequester Patch
The sequester, as it’s known in Washington, would slice federal budgets by a total of $1.1 trillion over the next decade starting on March 1st. However, Congress has the power to postpone or cancel the cuts altogether.
Obama Takes Gun Control Message To Minnesota
“We don’t have to agree on everything to agree it’s time to do something,” he said before a supportive audience.
Obama, Karzai Will Fight For U.S. Troop Immunity Beyond 2014
Obama also said that the NATO mission will change beginning in the spring, with allied forces shifting to a support role as Afghan forces gradually begin to take the lead.
WH Tweets Photo Of Obama Meeting With Women
The White House may have released the photo as a subtle response to complaints about a photo taken last week of the president, which showed him meeting with mostly men inside the Oval Office.







