Meet the Man Who Set Off the IRS Firestorm

By Shane Goldmacher

First Hurdle Cleared in Immigration, Bigger Ones Remain

The first step in passing major immigration legislation went pretty smoothly, all things considered.

By Fawn Johnson

As Weiner Launches Mayoral Campaign, Poll Shows Him in 2nd Place

Christine Quinn still leads Anthony Weiner, a new poll shows. But as Quinn's standing slips, the race is wide open.

By Steven Shepard

President Obama: Mourner-in-Chief

The president's most memorable speeches have come in the wake of tragedy. By George E. Condon Jr.

How To Break the Cycle of Poverty

This Twin Cities-based program knows what single moms need to finish college: housing and childcare. By Sophie Quinton

Why Oklahoma's Two Republican Senators Are Leery of Unfunded Tornado Relief

Oklahoma voters aren't likely to be upset about their senators' fiscal conservatism. By Michael Catalini

Don't Hold Your Breath Waiting for Public Opinion to Turn Against Obama

The president has a base of loyalists that won't quit and, at least for now, there's no evidence he was involved in any scandals. By Jill Lawrence

Which Is More Corrupt: Afghanistan or America?

Karzai cash payments highlight a growing friction as Afghans blame NATO for their poor reputation. By Michael Hirsh

How, Exactly, Did Apple Shelter $44B From Being Taxed?

It's simple: Funnel your foreign profits through an umbrella company in a low-tax country. By Niraj Chokshi

Obama Pushes to Accommodate, Not Protect, Freedom of the Press

In a broad national security context, Obama is only willing to accommodate the need for information. By Major Garrett

Keystone XL: More Than a Pipeline

The House on Wednesday is scheduled to vote on—and probably pass—legislation that would approve the pipeline and limit legal challenges. By Amy Harder and Joey Carolino

Republicans’ Hatred of Obama Blinds Them to Public Disinterest in Scandals

Red-faced Republicans, circling and preparing to pounce on a second-term Democratic president they loathe, do not respect, and certainly do not... By Charlie Cook