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U.S. Officials "Failed To Connect The Dots"

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 18:50:41 -0500

In remarks after meeting with his security team over the failed Christmas Day terror plot, President Obama noted that the U.S. security system failed in a "potentially disastrous way."

Obama Addresses Terror Attempt

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:21:54 -0500

President Obama addresses the public on the recent attempted Christmas terror attack on Flight 253. Obama also orders reviews of watch list systems and screening procedures.

Obama: Stop Iran Violence

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:21:46 -0500

President Obama addresses the public on the recent events that have taken place in Iran. Obama comments that the U.S. strongly condemns violent suppression of innocent Iranian Citizens.

Obama on System Failures

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:18:19 -0500

President Obama delivered a statement about the Detroit airliner plot, saying a "mix of human and systemic failures" allowed the terror suspect to board the airliner in the failed bombing attempt on Christmas day.

Climate Policy Moves Forward

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 18:17:43 -0500

"CBS News Raw:" Pres. Obama showed confidence after his first victory on energy policy. Obama also announced new efficiency standards for lighting used in homes and businesses.

McConnell: "This Fight Isn’t Over"

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 10:51:23 -0500

Senate Republicans didn’t comment after the passage of the health reform bill, but Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said before the final vote that Republicans will continue to fight on behalf of the American people.

"In The Spirit Of Bipartisanship"

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 10:20:28 -0500

Dealing with an early health care vote on Christmas Eve, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) brought laughter to the Senate Floor by voting "nay" to the health care bill in the spirit of bipartisanship. He quickly then changed his vote to "yea."

"Incredibly Close" To Making Health Reform Reality

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:49:10 -0500

President Obama praised the Senate’s passage of health care reform. Before departing for his holiday vacation to Hawaii, Obama said the vote brings America "toward the end of a nearly century-long struggle."

Carrying Kennedy’s Torch

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 08:43:30 -0500

Senate Democrats Harry Reid (D-Nev.), Chris Dodd (D-Mass.), and Chuck Schumer (D-Conn.) celebrated the passage of the health care bill and honored the late Sen. Ted Kennedy, who championed comprehensive health care reform throughout his tenure.

Health Care Fight Not Over

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:34:22 -0500

Senators are poised to pass their version of the health care reform plan. As Tara Mergener reports, lawmakers will come back from their holiday break, to tackle what could be an even bigger challenge.

Health Care Inspires "Twas The Night Before Xmas"

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 13:09:37 -0500

On the Senate floor Tuesday morning, Sen. Roland Burris (D-Ill.) delivered a health care inspired version of the classic Christmas poem, "Twas the Night Before Christmas."

Obama Is "Barry From DC", Surprises Va. Governor

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:39:04 -0500

President Obama had quite a surprise for outgoing Governor Tim Kaine (D-Va.) as he called into Kaine’s monthly radio show, "Ask the Governor" on CBS Radio affiliate WTOP, Washington. Obama first introduced himself as "Barry from DC" before revealing his identity and congratulate Kaine on four years of public service.