Ted Cruz's Path From George W. Bush Adviser to Immigration Reform Opponent

By Beth Reinhard

Can Obama End the 'Forever War'?

Ahead of Thursday's speech, the president is trying to narrow the use of drones.

By Michael Hirsh

Why Your Taxi Driver Is Smarter Than You Are

Lawmakers in the immigration debate are neglecting the issue of whether newcomers assimilate once they have legal status.

By Fawn Johnson

Republicans Scramble to Save Governor in Florida Battleground

Gov. Rick Scott is preparing for a highly contentious race against former Gov. Charlie Crist. By Elahe Izadi

Where the IRS Scandal Stands After Round 1

3 IRS hearings are in the books. 2 senior IRS officials are on their way out. And 1 key witness has invoked the Fifth. Here's what's next. By Shane Goldmacher

Parties Push For House Retirements

Exploring the tactics party committees use to pressure vulnerable members of Congress to retire. By Reid Wilson

GOP’s Switch on Financial Disclosure Wins Gold Medal in Hypocrisy Olympics

The IRS scandal evolved from the broader reality that the GOP has changed its financing mantra from “disclosure” to “secrecy.” By Norm Ornstein

House Passes Keystone Bill For the Seventh Time, With the Same Result Likely

For the seventh straight time, the bill—approved on a 241-175 vote—is likely to have little substantive effect. By Amy Harder

Portland’s Decision to Forgo Fluoride May End Up Costing $11.3 Million a Year

Oregon is ranked the 5th-worst state for tooth decay, and on Wednesday voters of Portland may have missed an opportunity to change that. By Brian Resnick

Meet the Man Who Set Off the IRS Firestorm

J. Russell George once stalked the halls of the Capitol for senators’ autographs. Now he’s there to testify in a scandal gripping Washington. By Shane Goldmacher