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Presidential Debate: ABC Political Team Checks the Facts
Presidential Debate: ABC Political Team Checks the Facts
By- ABC Political Team abcnews.go.com ABC News' political team revisit the claims made by President Obama and Mitt Romney in last night's debate at Hofstra University. Romney and Arizona's ImmigrationMore>>
ABC News' political team revisit the claims made by President Obama and Mitt Romney in last night's debate at Hofstra University.More>>
Obama and Romney Showing Confidence During Close Race
Obama and Romney Showing Confidence During Close Race
By: Chris Liberto cliberto@kcautv.com SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ Exactly one month from Election Day, Republican Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama are both declaring they will win a race for the WhiteMore>>
Exactly one month from Election Day, Republican Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama are both declaring they will win a race for the White House that remains anything but clear.More>>
Senate Candidate Deb Fischer Visits Siouxland
Deb Fischer Visits Siouxland Cafe
Deb Fischer Visits Siouxland Cafe
By: Shereen Mohammad smohammad@kcautv.com Nebraska's open Senate seat is making candidates sweat as they go head to head for a job in Washington. We spoke with Deb Fischer today at a local café afterMore>>
By: Shereen Mohammad smohammad@kcautv.com Nebraska's open Senate seat is making candidates sweat as they go head to head for a job in Washington. We spoke with Deb Fischer today at a local café afterMore>>
Romney Says America Is United Against Terrorism
Romney Says America Is United Against Terrorism
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com ADDISON, Ill. (AP) _ Mitt Romney says the United States is indeed a united nation in its determination to halt terrorists and to protect freedom ``at homeMore>>
Mitt Romney says the United States is indeed a united nation in its determination to halt terrorists and to protect freedom ``at home and across the world.''More>>
Obama Campaign Raises Millions In August
Obama Campaign Raises Millions In August
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com WASHINGTON (AP) _ President Barack Obama and Democrats raised more than $114 million for his campaign in August, a campaign official says. The total farMore>>
President Barack Obama and Democrats raised more than $114 million for his campaign in August, a campaign official says.More>>
Romney Reports Raising $111 Million In August
Romney Reports Raising $111 Million In August
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com BOSTON (AP) _ Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's campaign is reporting it raised $111 million in August to fund his challenge of President BarackMore>>
Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney's campaign is reporting it raised $111 million in August to fund his challenge of President Barack Obama.More>>
Clinton Speaks At Democratic National Convention
Clinton Speaks At Democratic National Convention
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) _ A stirring speech by former President Bill Clinton and a surprise appearance by President Barack Obama unified the Democratic PartyMore>>
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) _ A stirring speech by former President Bill Clinton and a surprise appearance by President Barack Obama unified the Democratic PartyMore>>
Biden To Make Obama's Case To Middle Class
Biden To Make Obama's Case To Middle Class
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) _ It's time for Joe Biden to show why President Barack Obama is keeping him as his running mate. The vice president is set to addressMore>>
It's time for Joe Biden to show why President Barack Obama is keeping him as his running mate.More>>
President Obama's Convention Speech Moved Indoors
President Obama's Convention Speech Moved Indoors
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) _ Democratic officials say they're moving President Barack Obama's convention speech indoors tomorrow night because of the possibilityMore>>
Democratic officials say they're moving President Barack Obama's convention speech indoors tomorrow night because of the possibility of severe weather.More>>
Democrat National Convention To Kick Off Tuesday Night
Democrat National Convention To Kick Off Tuesday Night
Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com First Lady Michelle Obama will address the Democrat Convention and the nation Tuesday night. The First Lady is expected to explaining why she believes PresidentMore>>
First Lady Michelle Obama will address the Democrat convention and the nation Tuesday night. The First lady is expected to explaining why she believes President Obama deserves a second term.More>>
Obamas And Bidens To Hold Rally At University Of Iowa
Obamas And Bidens To Hold Rally At University Of Iowa
Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com One day after he speaks at the Democratic National Convention, President Barack Obama will headline a rally at the University of Iowa. Obama's campaign announcedMore>>
One day after he speaks at the Democratic National Convention, President Barack Obama will headline a rally at the University of Iowa.More>>
Romney Says "World is Not A Safer Place" Since Obama Has Been President
Romney Says "World is Not A Safer Place" Since Obama Has Been President
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) _ Mitt Romney is reaching out to the thousands of military voters who live in and around Jacksonville, Fla. He told a crowd in JacksonvilleMore>>
Mitt Romney is reaching out to the thousands of military voters who live in and around Jacksonville, Fla. He told a crowd in Jacksonville today that the world ``is not a safer place right now,'' partly because of Iran's nuclear efforts.More>>
Both MItt Romney and President Obama to Visit Louisiana
Both MItt Romney and President Obama to Visit Louisiana
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com NEW ORLEANS (AP) _ Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney has arrived in Louisiana to survey damage from the storm Isaac. Friday's trip was his firstMore>>
Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney visits Louisiana on Friday and President Barack Obama will visit on Monday.More>>
Mitt Romney Makes His Case To The Nation Thursday Night
Mitt Romney Makes His Case To The Nation Thursday Night
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com "This is when our nation was supposed to start paying down the national debt and rolling back those massive deficits. This was the hope and change AmericaMore>>
Mitt Romney gave the political speech of his career as he accepted the Republican nomination for President Thursday night. Delegates believe he can turn around the sagging economy.More>>
VP Candidate Paul Ryan Addresses Nation From Republican National Convention
VP Candidate Paul Ryan Addresses Nation From Republican National Convention
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com With a no-nonsense tone, Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan embraced his role as Barack Obama's top agitator, and Mitt Romney's chief defender. TheMore>>
With a no-nonsense tone, Republican vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan embraced his role as Barack Obama's top agitator, and Mitt Romney's chief defender.More>>
Ann Romney And Chris Christie Deliver Speeches At GOP Convention Tuesday Night
Ann Romney And Chris Christie Deliver Speeches At GOP Convention Tuesday Night
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com She's Mitt Romney's wife of 43 years and his biggest cheerleader. Tuesday Night Ann Romney had quite a task. Her speech was meant to reintroduce Mitt RomneyMore>>
She's Mitt Romney's wife of 43 years and his biggest cheerleader. Tuesday Night Ann Romney had quite a task. Her speech was meant to reintroduce Mitt Romney to voters, show his human side, the husband and father that may not come across in a rough and tumble campaign.More>>
President Obama Coordinates With FEMA and GOP Leaders in Florida
President Obama Coordinates With FEMA and GOP Leaders in Florida
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com WASHINGTON (AP) _ The White House says President Barack Obama has told the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate closely with officials in statesMore>>
The White House says President Barack Obama has told the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate closely with officials in states and localities in the path of tropical storm Isaac.More>>
Presidential Candidates Wife Gets Secret Service Protection
Presidential Candidates Wife Gets Secret Service Protection
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com WASHINGTON (AP) _ The wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney now has Secret Service agents assigned to her at all times. The move comes asMore>>
The wife of Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney now has Secret Service agents assigned to her at all times. The move comes as her husband is set to formally receive the GOP presidential nomination.More>>
Former Presidential Candidate Gives Romney Advise
Former Presidential Candidate Gives Romney Advise
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com WASHINGTON (AP) _ Sen. John McCain says Republican Mitt Romney has to sell his message about jobs and the economy to women and Hispanics this November ifMore>>
Sen. John McCain says Republican Mitt Romney has to sell his message about jobs and the economy to women and Hispanics this November if he is to win the presidential election.More>>
Former Florida Governor Comments on President Obama's Poll Numbers
Former Florida Governor Comments on President Obama's Poll Numbers
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com WASHINGTON (AP) _ Jeb Bush says President Barack Obama's lead over Mitt Romney in polls over who connects better with average Americans is only temporary.More>>
Jeb Bush says President Barack Obama's lead over Mitt Romney in polls over who connects better with average Americans is only temporary.More>>

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President Obama Speaks in Des Moines, IA Before Heading to Sioux City
President Obama Speaks in Des Moines, IA Before Heading to Sioux City
By: Channel 9 Eyewitness News news@kcautv.com URBANDALE, Iowa (AP) _ President Barack Obama says Mitt Romney and the Republican Party are offering outdated ideas that are ill-suited for the United StatesMore>>
President Barack Obama says Mitt Romney and the Republican Party are offering outdated ideas that are ill-suited for the United States today and in the future, and that the GOP doesn't have the answers to move the country forward.More>>
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All eyes are on the early voting states as the nation gears up for the 2012 presidential election and ABC News takes you into the action with the launch of OTUS News as the interactive destination for politics.More>>
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Social issues still fire up GOP despite 2012 loss
Social issues still fire up GOP despite 2012 loss
Republican lawmakers have a message for those who want the party to soften its emphasis on social conservatism in hopes of reaching a wider national audience: "Not so fast."More>>
Republican lawmakers have a message for those who want the party to soften its emphasis on social conservatism in hopes of reaching a wider national audience: Not so fast.More>>
CBO: Senate Immigration bill would help economy
CBO: Senate Immigration bill would help economy
The House Judiciary Committee is preparing to vote on its first immigration bill this year, a tough enforcement measure giving state and local officials new powers to act against people here illegally.More>>
Sweeping immigration legislation moving toward a vote in the Senate would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits, the Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday, at the same time it would bestow legal status on an...More>>
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
House passes far-reaching anti-abortion bill
The abortion wars are returning to Congress in a big way with House legislation to ban almost all abortions after a fetus reaches 20 weeks of age.More>>
The Republican-led House on Tuesday passed a far-reaching anti-abortion bill that conservatives saw as a milestone in their 40-year campaign against legalized abortion and Democrats characterized as yet another example of a...More>>
McCaskill endorses Ready for Hillary group
McCaskill endorses Ready for Hillary group
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says she is supporting a super political action committee encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.More>>
Sen. Claire McCaskill endorsed an outside political group encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016, saying it was important for Democrats to build a groundswell of support for the former secretary of...More>>
Obama's influence, limitations on display at G-8
Obama's influence, limitations on display at G-8
The leaders of major economic powers are declaring themselves dedicated to a political solution to Syria's bloody civil war, even as President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin stake out...More>>
Now a veteran of the international summit scene, President Barack Obama wielded significant influence over the agenda at this week's Group of Eight meetings, but had only modest success in achieving the results he sought.More>>
Bombing at Pakistani funeral kills 29
Bombing at Pakistani funeral kills 29
A Pakistani spokesman says a bomb blast at a funeral in northwestern Pakistan has killed 12 people.More>>
A suicide bomber blew himself up in a crowd of hundreds of mourners attending a funeral in northwestern Pakistan on Tuesday, killing 29 people. Among the dead was a newly elected lawmaker who may have been the target,...More>>
Transgender candidate could become a first in NYC
Transgender candidate could become a first in NYC
Mel Wymore (WEYE'-mohr) is a typical city council candidate in many ways. He's campaigning in New York as a community board appointee, ex-PTA chair and founder of local organizations.More>>
Mel Wymore is a typical city council candidate in many ways, campaigning as a community board appointee, ex-PTA chair and founder of a roster of local organizations. But Wymore's community-leader resume has an unusual...More>>
Iran's president meets newly elected successor
Iran's president meets newly elected successor
Iran's outgoing President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad has met his newly elected successor Hasan Rowhani.More>>
Iran's president has discussed transferring power in a meeting with his newly elected successor, the official IRNA news agency reported Tuesday.More>>
Court: Ariz. citizenship proof law illegal
Court: Ariz. citizenship proof law illegal
The Supreme Court says states cannot require would-be voters to prove they are U.S. citizens before using a federal registration system designed to make signing up easier.More>>
States can't demand proof of citizenship from people registering to vote in federal elections unless they get federal or court approval to do so, the Supreme Court ruled Monday in a decision complicating efforts in...More>>
Greek coalition avoids collapse over TV shutdown
Greek coalition avoids collapse over TV shutdown
Party leaders in Greece's ruling coalition are trying to heal the rift over the closure of the country's state TV and radio broadcaster that is threatening to topple the government and compromise the...More>>
The Greek government has avoided collapsing over a dispute stemming from Prime Minister Antonis Samaras' move to close the state-owned television broadcaster after a high court ruling offered a way out of a week-long...More>>

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Statement by the Press Secretary on the Congressional Budget Offices Score of Commonsense Immigration Reform
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Congressional Budget Offices Score of Commonsense Immigration Reform
Provided by www.whitehouse.govToday, we have more proof that bipartisan commonsense immigration reform will be good for economic growth and deficit reduction: this time, in the form of a nonpartisan Congressional...More>>
Today, we have more proof that bipartisan commonsense immigration reform will be good for economic growth and deficit reduction: this time, in the form of a nonpartisan Congressional Budget...More>>
Remarks by President Obama after a bilateral meeting with President Hollande of France
Remarks by President Obama after a bilateral meeting with President Hollande of France
Provided by www.whitehouse.govLough Erne Resort Lough Erne, Northern IrelandMore>>
Lough Erne Resort Lough Erne, Northern IrelandMore>>
Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes
Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes
Provided by www.whitehouse.govAboard Air Force One En Route Berlin, GermanyMore>>
Aboard Air Force One En Route Berlin, GermanyMore>>
Vice President Biden Marks Progress on Executive Actions to Help Reduce Gun Violence
Vice President Biden Marks Progress on Executive Actions to Help Reduce Gun Violence
Provided by www.whitehouse.govObama Administration releases report detailing work on 23 Executive Actions laid out in JanuaryMore>>
Obama Administration releases report detailing work on 23 Executive Actions laid out in JanuaryMore>>
G-8 Leaders Communique
G-8 Leaders Communique
Provided by www.whitehouse.gov 2013 LOUGH ERNEMore>>
2013 LOUGH ERNEMore>>
Joint Statement on the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict by Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Franois Hollande, President of the French Republic
Joint Statement on the Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict by Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, and Franois Hollande, President of the French Republic
Provided by www.whitehouse.gov We, the Presidents of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chair countries – France, the Russian Federation, and the United States of America – remain committed to helping the parties to...More>>
We, the Presidents of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chair countries – France, the Russian Federation, and the United States of America – remain committed to helping the parties to the...More>>
Background Briefing by Senior Administration Officials on Afghanistan -- Via Conference Call
Background Briefing by Senior Administration Officials on Afghanistan -- Via Conference Call
Provided by www.whitehouse.govVia Conference CallMore>>
Via Conference CallMore>>
Lough Erne Declaration
Lough Erne Declaration
Provided by www.whitehouse.gov Private enterprise drives growth, reduces poverty, and creates jobs and prosperity for people around the world. Governments have a special responsibility to make proper rules and...More>>
Private enterprise drives growth, reduces poverty, and creates jobs and prosperity for people around the world. Governments have a special responsibility to make proper rules and promote good...More>>
G-8 Leaders Statement on the Global Economy
G-8 Leaders Statement on the Global Economy
Provided by www.whitehouse.gov Following their discussion on the global economy this afternoon, G-8 leaders at Lough Erne, Northern Ireland, have concluded:More>>
Following their discussion on the global economy this afternoon, G-8 leaders at Lough Erne, Northern Ireland, have concluded:More>>
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Ben Rhodes -- Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Ben Rhodes -- Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
Provided by www.whitehouse.govKillyhevlin Hotel Enniskillen, Northern IrelandMore>>
Killyhevlin Hotel Enniskillen, Northern IrelandMore>>

U.S. & World NewsMore>>
Cher credits luck for her lengthy career
Cher credits luck for her lengthy career
Cher is no stranger to tabloid fodder.More>>
Cher is no stranger to tabloid fodder.More>>
Karzai suspends talks with US over Taliban move
Karzai suspends talks with US over Taliban move
The Taliban have claimed responsibility for an attack in Afghanistan that killed four U.S. troops just hours after the insurgent group announced it would hold talks with the Americans on finding a political solution...More>>
The Afghan president on Wednesday suspended talks with the United States on a new security deal to protest the way his government was being left out of initial peace negotiations with the Taliban meant to find ways to end...More>>
AP PHOTOS: Heat's overtime escape to defend title
AP PHOTOS: Heat's overtime escape to defend title
The Miami Heat were so close to elimination from the NBA championships that the team noticed officials bringing yellow tape out to block off the court for the Spurs' trophy presentation. But a couple of big...More>>
The Miami Heat were so close to elimination from the NBA championships that the team noticed officials bringing yellow tape out to block off the court for the Spurs' trophy presentation. But a couple of big 3-pointers...More>>
Obama's Berlin speech: History raises the stakes
Obama's Berlin speech: History raises the stakes
President Barack Obama's 26-hour whirlwind visit to Berlin caps three days of international summitry for the president, and marks his return to a place where he once summoned a throng of 200,000 to share his...More>>
Five years and 50 years. As President Barack Obama revisits Berlin, he can't escape those anniversaries and the inevitable comparisons to history and personal achievement.More>>
Senator: IRS to pay $70M in employee bonuses
Senator: IRS to pay $70M in employee bonuses
An influential Republican senator says the Internal Revenue Service is about to pay $70 million in employee bonuses despite an Obama administration directive to cancel discretionary bonuses because of automatic...More>>
The Internal Revenue Service is about to pay $70 million in employee bonuses despite an Obama administration directive to cancel discretionary bonuses because of automatic spending cuts enacted this year, according to a GOP...More>>
Turkey's 'standing man' to join ranks of icons?
Turkey's 'standing man' to join ranks of icons?
By ROBERT H. REID Associated Press The image was stark - a silent, solitary figure standing in passive defiance to the Turkish prime minister's demand for protesters to clear Taksim Square in...More>>
By ROBERT H. REID Associated Press The image was stark - a silent, solitary figure standing in passive defiance to the Turkish prime minister's demand for protesters to clear Taksim Square in central...More>>
Heat force Game 7 with 103-100 OT win over Spurs
Heat force Game 7 with 103-100 OT win over Spurs
When LeBron James' greatness almost wasn't good enough, officials began preparing for a San Antonio celebration.More>>
When LeBron James' greatness almost wasn't good enough, officials began preparing for a San Antonio celebration.More>>
Award-winning journalist Michael Hastings dies
Award-winning journalist Michael Hastings dies
Michael Hastings, the war correspondent whose unflinching reporting from Afghanistan led to the resignation of a top U.S. army general, has died in a car accident in Los Angeles, according to his employer and family.More>>
Michael Hastings, the war correspondent whose unflinching reporting from Afghanistan led to the resignation of a top U.S. army general, has died in a car accident in Los Angeles, according to his employer and family.More>>
Social issues still fire up GOP despite 2012 loss
Social issues still fire up GOP despite 2012 loss
Republican lawmakers have a message for those who want the party to soften its emphasis on social conservatism in hopes of reaching a wider national audience: "Not so fast."More>>
Republican lawmakers have a message for those who want the party to soften its emphasis on social conservatism in hopes of reaching a wider national audience: Not so fast.More>>
Budget office view boosts Senate immigration bill
Budget office view boosts Senate immigration bill
Supporters of a far-reaching immigration bill in the Senate see fresh momentum from a report by the Congressional Budget Office that the measure would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits by billions of...More>>
Supporters of a far-reaching immigration bill in the Senate see fresh momentum from a report by the Congressional Budget Office that says the measure would boost the economy and reduce federal deficits by billions of dollars.More>>