Every few weeks, a new rumor starts about Speaker John Boehner’s impending demise as a result of a conservative challenge. In news sure to enrage conservatives, The Hill reports House Democrats have vowed to come to Boehner’s defense.  Daily Mail: Scott Walker and Jeb Used Private Email Just Like Hillary Reuters: ISIS Torches Oil Field […]

President Obama’s paradox: at the same time that the US negotiates Iranian nukes, the New York Times reports increasing dependence on Iran to contain ISIS. US officials deny coordination, but Iranian troops have joined the 30,000 Iraqi troops in the latest offensive to take back Tikrit. AP: Supreme Court Sharply Divided in Obamacare Round II […]

The Supreme Court hears arguments on the Obamacare exchange subsidies case this morning, reports the Washington Post. The fate of President Obama’s signature law likely rides on the decision. The Wall Street Journal reports insurance companies fear an “Obamacare death spiral” if the subsidies are struck. NYT: A Supreme Court Rematch for Lawyer Challenging Obamacare […]

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address Congress this morning without the blessing of President Obama and over the objections of at least 55 Democrats in Congress who have chosen to boycott the speech, reports The Hill. Liberal Senator Elizabeth Warren will be among the boycotters, says Politico. Politico: All Eyes on Roberts and Kennedy […]

Iraqi military forces are reported to have launched a large counter-attack against ISIS Monday, reports the Associated Press. The offensive is said to focus on recapturing Tikrit, Saddam Hussein’s hometown and one of the largest cities controlled by ISIS. ABC: ISIS-Bound British Schoolgirls Spotted Waiting for Bus in Turkey Politico: Obama Admin. Says It Has […]