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Military Exercise in Cuba

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:11:16 -0500

For the first time in 5 years, Cuba’s military has launched a massive military exercise, the first since U.S. President Barack Obama took office. CBS News' Portia Siegelbaum reports from Havana.

Obama To Announce Decision In Afghanistan

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:13:59 -0500

At a news conference, President Obama announced that he will announce his decision on a troop surge in Afghanistan after Thanksgiving.

Cuban Protester Incites Outrage

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:20:03 -0500

Pro-government demonstrators in Cuba interrupted a protest held by Reinaldo Escobar, who claims that his wife was harassed by State Security. CBS News' Portia Siegelbaum reports that Escobar was taken away, and his whereabouts are now unknown.

Long Lines In Grand Rapids For Palin Book Signing

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:03:36 -0500

In the early morning hours, hundreds began to gather for a chance to meet Sarah Palin, who makes her first stop in Grand Rapids, Mich. to promote "Going Rogue."

In Full: Pres. Obama’s Remarks At Ft. Hood Memorial

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:38:08 -0500

During a memorial service for the victims of the Ft. Hood shootings, President Obama honored those killed and told their stories, one-by-one, during his remarks.

A Courageous Vote

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 16:24:17 -0500

In a statement at the Rose Garden, President Obama commended members of Congress on the passage of health care reform in the House.

A Capitol Rumble

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:24:13 -0500

According to estimates, thousands protested at the Capitol against the House Democrats health care bill.

Obama: "This Is No Small Endorsement"

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:11:42 -0500

President Obama thanked the AARP and AMA for their support of a House healthcare reform bill during a surprise visit to the White House Briefing Room.

Obama Signs Ryan White Act

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:59:07 -0400

President Obama announced regulations formally ending the 22-year ban on travel and immigration by HIV-positive individuals. He also signed the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Treatment Extension Act of 2009.

Dover Will "Bear On" How Obama Sees Conflicts

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:07:11 -0400

In response to a question about how seeing fallen soldiers return home to Dover Air Force Base will affect his decision in Afghanistan, President Obama said it will bear on how he sees these conflicts.

"Take It With A Grain Of Salt"

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:32:44 -0400

In response to a question from a child about facing harsh criticism during a town hall event in New Orleans, President Obama said, "it is just politics" and that "you have to take it with a grain of salt."

Tensions Mount In House Oversight Cmte.

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:10:50 -0400

Republican members of the House Oversight Committee were prevented from forcing an open vote requesting subpoena records surrounding Countrywide Mortgage sweetheart loans.