Interview with Gov. Schwarzenegger
Today, Fox News aired Brian Kilmeade's interview with California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Schwarzenegger on the auto companies:
On his support for Sen. John McCain and his comments on Obama's physique:
November 20, 2008
Democratic Leaders Want Automakers' Business Plan
Today, the Democratic leaders in Congress talked about the latest on a bailout for the American auto manufacturers. They called for the auto manufacturers to submit a business plan for congressional approval before giving the companies a federal loan
Here are a couple more snippets from the press conference. Speaker Pelosi:
Majority Leader Reid:
Emanuel Meets with Republicans
Today, Barack Obama's chief-of-staff Rahm Emanuel met with Senate Republicans. He briefly spoke to the press this afternoon.
Stevens Says Good Bye to the Senate
Today, Alaska Senator Ted Stevens (R-AK) bid farewell to the U.S. Senate. Sen. Stevens served in the Senate for forty years. Stevens lost a close race to Democrat Mark Begich. Also, he was recently convicted on seven felony charges of conspiracy.
Republicans Want More Conservative GOP
This video from Gallup says that 59% of Republicans want a more conservative Republican party.
November 19, 2008
Lieberman Talks to Katie Couric
Today, Katie Couric interviewed Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-CT) about his staying in the Senate Democratic Caucus.
Begich on His Senate Win
Today, Mark Begich (D-AK) spoke via phone to CNN's Rick Sanchez about his victory over incumbent Republican Ted Stevens.
House GOP's New Leadership
Today, the House GOP announced its new leadership team for the upcoming 111th Congress. Here's more from The Hill:
Here's more from Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA):
Today, Rep. Eric Cantor (R-VA) was elected the Republican Whip. He made some brief remarks after his election.
Emanuel Says Crisis is an Opportunity for Major Reform
In comments to the Wall Street Journal's CEO Council, President-elect Obama's chief-of-staff, Rahm Emanuel, said that the current economic crisis was an opportunity for major reform. Emanuel said, that "you never want a serious crisis to go to waste, and that the problems "lend themselves to ideas from both parties for the solution." He said that Obama and John McCain talked about spending reforms.
He said the five issues that the Obama team wants to reform are health care, energy, taxes, education, and financial regulations.
Inside the Obama Environment Team
Courtesy of the Obama transition team, here's a look at what his environmental leaders are doing in preparation for when he takes office.
DSCC Web Ad Doesn't Like Chambliss's "Excuses"
This web ad from the DSCC let's Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) try to explain what he meant when he said "we may not be in a recession."
November 18, 2008
Obama's Remarks to the Bi-Partisan Governors Climate Summit
Today, via video, Barack Obama made remarks to the Bi-Partisan Governors Climate Summit.
Chambliss Ad Targets Martin & Obama on Taxes
This new ad from Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) attacks his runoff opponent, Democrat Jim Martin, on taxes. Chambliss says that Martin will work with incoming President Obama to raise taxes.
Automakers Ask for Federal Help
Today, the CEOs of America's automakers went to the Senate Banking Committee to ask for federal aid. Here is General Motors CEO Rick Wagoner.
Here's more from The Hill
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GOP Senators on Working with Obama
Today, Senate Republicans talked about how they plan to work with the Obama administration. Here are statements from Sens. McConnell, Kyl, Alexander, Ensign, Thune, and Cornyn.