Influence Alley

GOP presidential candidate Rick Perry is likely to make his third trip to Washington early next month, according to a source close to the campaign. And this time, campaign organizers are working to orchestrate several events on Capitol Hill to meet with lawmakers -- something he hasn't done in previous trips. The D.C. swing will also likely feature fundraising, press avails and meetings with policy experts. The dates and itinerary have not yet been finalized, the source said.