If its bite is as strong as its bark, a new group of conservative Democrats led by Evan Bayh could significantly influence a tightly divided Senate
Edward Lee Pitts | In a town not known for fiscal restraint, President Obama's first speech to Congress signals a historic surge in federal spending
If lawmakers in the House give D.C.
Congress finally passes last year's budget, overcoming squabbling between parties in the Senate
Sen.
John McCain's impassioned plea to cut pork from a $410 billion spending bill fell short
Emily Belz | New GOP leader wants to reach out without losing party's conservative focus
Emily Belz | Obama drops Bush appointee Mark Dybul after saying he'll keep the AIDS chief
