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Obama Warns Militants Against Plots On U.S. After Airstrikes

Sep 24, 2014 08:21 AM EDT

United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday warned against the Islamic militants who plotted an attack on American soil. He said it will not be tolerated in an address on the airstrikes launched against the ISIL, the militant group also known as Daesh, early Tuesday.

Immigration Top Priority For Hispanic Voters

Christl Leong |

Sep 22, 2014 09:07 AM EDT

Majority of Hispanics in the U.S. believe immigration is the most important problem facing the country today, underscoring the role of Hispanic voters in the upcoming midterm elections.

Obama Names Indian-American Richard Verma As Ambassador To India

Christl Leong |

Sep 19, 2014 05:42 AM EDT

U.S. President Barack Obama on Thursday nominated Indian-American Richard Verma as the country's ambassador to New Delhi in a move aimed at bridging gaps and strengthening bilateral partnership.

How Scotland's Independence Makes The US Anxious

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 19, 2014 12:35 AM EDT

The United States' relationship with UK would essentially change with the possible spit of Great Britain, experts said. However, the White House kept its sentiments private despite the consequences it would face if Scotland voted "yes" on Thursday.

U.S. Senator Mark Udall apologizes for inappropriate remarks on the American journalists ISIS beheaded in a Saturday debate with Republican Cory Gardner.

Obama Drags Democrats’ Races In Colorado

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 18, 2014 10:50 PM EDT

In Colorado, United States President Barack Obama appeared to drag re-election prospects of Democrats Senator Mark Udall and Governor John Hickenlooper, according to a recent poll by USA Today/Suffolk University.

Rep. Rick Nolan (D-Minn.), who opposes Obama's Iraq and Syria strategy.

Congress Scrutinizes Obama's ISIL strategy

Ren Benavidez |

Sep 17, 2014 03:37 AM EDT

Democratic and Republican Party leaders said Tuesday that they support President Obama's decision to arm Syrian rebels against the Islamic State, a part of the president's strategy to combat the Middle Eastern insurgents.

GOP Sen. Richard Burr Plans 2016 Bid, Amid Retirement Rumors

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 17, 2014 02:48 AM EDT

The office of United States Senator Richard Burr (R-N.C.) confirmed on Tuesday that the senator plans to run for a third Senate term in 2016, amid speculations of his looming retirement, according to a National Journal interview.

Minimum Wage Hike Gains Momentum In GOP-Controlled States

Christl Leong |

Sep 15, 2014 02:06 PM EDT

President Obama's thrust to increase the minimum wage, which has so far been successful among Democrat-leaning states, may gain momentum in the Republican heartland in the upcoming elections.

Republican Doubts Obama’s Ground Troop Strategy Against ISIL

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 15, 2014 10:46 AM EDT

House Homeland Security Chairman Mike McCaul questioned President Barack Obama's strategy of sending ground troops in Syria, reports said. In a TV interview, McCaul accused the White House of being unwise for not considering other nations' participation in terms of ground combat against the ISIL.

'Hello, Iowa. I'm Back': Hillary Clinton's Iowa Return Stirs Presidential Bid Speculations

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 15, 2014 09:00 AM EDT

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's return to Iowa fueled speculations of her presidential bid in 2016. She told a crowd of Democrats at the annual steak fry fundraiser, "Hello, Iowa. I'm back."

Sen. Bernie Sanders Thinks Of Running For President In 2016

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 15, 2014 03:50 AM EDT

United States Senator Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) on Sunday said he is thinking of running for president in 2016, reports said.

Islamic State, Syrian Rebels Strikes Ceasefire Deal Amidst U.S. War Against ISIL

Des Cambaliza |

Sep 14, 2014 05:42 AM EDT

The Islamic State reportedly struck a ceasefire deal with moderate Syrian rebels, despite Syrian force's deepening alliance with the United States in its war against the ISIL. Brokered by Al-Qaeda linked Al-Nusra Front, the deal was aimed at targeting the Syrian government instead, reports said.

Obama’s Syrian Rebel Training Program Against ISIL Met With Skepticism

Christl Leong |

Sep 12, 2014 12:45 PM EDT

President Barack Obama plans to deepen U.S. involvement in dealing with the ISIL threat by providing arms and training to moderate Syrian rebels in the Middle East, officials said on Wednesday. The proposal however, raises questions on how it can be effectively implemented without backfiring on Washington.

Carney, McCain Trade Blows On Obama’s ISIL Speech On CNN

Christl Leong |

Sep 11, 2014 04:17 AM EDT

Former press secretary Jay Carney's debut Wednesday night as CNN's newest political commentator became a hot topic when he traded words with Sen. John McCain over President Barack Obama's primetime speech on the Islamic State (ISIL).

Obama To Provide Arms For Syrian Opposition Without Congress Approval

Cory Doyle |

Sep 10, 2014 01:26 AM EDT

United States' President Barack Obama will be asking the U.S. Congress to quickly authorize the training and arming of the Syrian opposition forces and if necessary, will do so even without Congress' approval.