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Congress Will Vote On Keystone XL Pipeline, With An Eye On Louisiana
The two bills' sponsors — Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., and Rep. Bill Cassidy, R-La. — are heading toward a runoff election next month.
Record Numbers Of Women, Minorities Make Up Incoming Congress
The incoming Congress will have the first black female Republican, a record number of women and minorities and the biggest GOP majority in the House since before World War II.
Immigration Divides Washington; Permanent Resolution Unlikely
President Obama is planning to use his executive authority to offer temporary deportation relief to certain groups of immigrants. The Republicans say if he does, all bets are off.
After 4 Years As House Speaker, Boehner Looks Stronger Than Ever
While John Boehner has held the speaker's gavel, it often looked like members of his caucus were in control. With a gain of more than a dozen GOP seats, Boehner might have some more maneuvering room.
