Intra-party turmoil could spill over into the next election, with labor groups threatening primaries against members — even those who sit in swing districts — who sided with the president.
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Political Rewind: What The Failed Trade Vote Means For Democrats
Progressive groups have threatened repercussions for Democrats who backed Obama’s trade deal, but primary threats have been a GOP tactic of late.
Obama emphasizes security of Alaska’s Arctic coastline
Obama said focusing on the security of Alaska’s thousand miles of Arctic coastline is a priority.
Inside The Obama And Biden Financial Disclosures
The president continues to earn royalties on each of his books. And the Bidens got a better mortgage than the Obamas did: 30 years at 3.375 percent.
Obama Confident In Asia Trade Pact, But Track Record For Deals Is Spotty
Following a South Korean trade pact in 2012, the U.S. deficit with that country widened by 80 percent. But some argue that if the U.S. doesn’t create trade rules, there won’t be any.
US Senate confirms attorney general nominee Loretta Lynch
The A.G. should serve as a “firewall against executive overreach, not an apologist for the President’s prerogatives.” says Sen Lisa Murkowski.
Obama compares Iran deal to a house under contract, awaiting appraisal
The president tells NPR’s Steve Inskeep that the U.S. and other countries have a solid plan to keep Iran’s nuclear program under control.
Obama Says Iran Should Commit To 10-Year Freeze Of Nuclear Program
A long-term deal like that, Obama said in an interview with Reuters, would be the best way to assure that Iran does not attain a nuclear weapon.
U.S. Appoints First-Ever Special Envoy For LGBT Rights
Secretary of State John Kerry said Randy Berry’s job will be to “reaffirm the universal human rights of all persons, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.”
Obama Wants Rules That Force Brokers To Put Clients’ Interests First
President Obama wants to change the way brokers and investment advisers offer financial advice, saying the current system leads to high fees that erode returns on investments.