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Chris Gentilviso is a Senior Politics Editor for The Huffington Post, based in Washington. Prior to joining HuffPost Politics, he was D.C. bureau front page editor, acting as a liaison between the front and politics teams during 2012 Elections coverage. Before joining HuffPost, Gentilviso was evening homepage producer for TIME.com. He is a graduate of Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and can be reached at chris.gentilviso[at]huffingtonpost.com.

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Jim Matheson, Mike McIntyre Stand As Only Democrats To Vote For Obamacare Repeal

(920) Comments | Posted May 17, 2013 | 2:47 AM

More than three years after being signed into law, President Barack Obama's landmark Affordable Care Act still lacks unanimous support among House Democrats.

On Thursday, the House chose for the 37th time to repeal Obamacare, with a 229-195 vote in favor of axing the legislation. Clouded...

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Mark Sanford: DOJ's AP Probe Is 'Part Of A Larger Pattern' Of Presidency 'Overstepping Bounds'

(1312) Comments | Posted May 17, 2013 | 2:09 AM

One day after being sworn in to his new role in Congress, Rep. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.), waded right into one of the White House's largest problems.

Sanford appeared on Thursday's edition of CNN's "Piers Morgan Live," diving into Monday's revelation that the Justice...

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Republicans Altered Benghazi Emails, CBS News Report Claims

(26066) Comments | Posted May 16, 2013 | 9:36 PM

One day after The White House released 100 pages of Benghazi emails, a report has surfaced alleging that Republicans released a set with altered text.

CBS News reported Thursday that leaked versions sent out by the GOP last Friday had visible differences than...

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Anthony Weiner Hires Danny Kedem As Campaign Manager For Possible Mayoral Bid

(181) Comments | Posted May 15, 2013 | 12:40 AM

Former Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-N.Y.) has moved one step closer to a possible return to politics.

Politico reported Tuesday that Weiner has hired Danny Kedem as a campaign manager for his possible New York City mayoral bid. Kedem recently ran a local congressional campaign in New...

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Jason Chaffetz: Obama Impeachment Still 'Within The Realm Of Possibilities' (VIDEO)

(3722) Comments | Posted May 14, 2013 | 9:19 PM

As calls for President Barack Obama's impeachment continue to circulate from Republican voices, one Congressman stands by that possibility.

Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah) appeared on Tuesday's edition of CNN's "The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer," addressing his suggestion that Obama face that stiff a...

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Pablo Pantoja Turns Democrat: RNC Florida Hispanic Director Cites GOP 'Intolerance' In Making Party Switch

(815) Comments | Posted May 13, 2013 | 11:44 PM

Less than two months after the Republican National Committee announced a multi-million dollar campaign to improve minority outreach, one of its state Hispanic directors is leaving the Republican Party altogether.

In a letter released by The Florida Nation on Monday, RNC State Director Of Florida Outreach...

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Mark Sanford: 'Is This Fox News Or The National Enquirer?' (VIDEO)

(2945) Comments | Posted May 12, 2013 | 3:58 PM

After voters chose to give him a second chance on Tuesday, former-governor-turned-newly-elected Rep. Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) is staying away from disclosing private-life details, even on Fox News.

Appearing on Fox News Sunday, Sanford was asked by host Chris Wallace what his four children thought of...

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Tammy Duckworth, Tulsi Gabbard Slam Military's Handling Of Sexual Assault Cases (VIDEO)

(890) Comments | Posted May 12, 2013 | 3:33 PM

Standing as Iraq War veterans, Reps. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) and Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) have an in-depth perspective on life in the U.S. Military.

After seeing this week's Pentagon report on military sexual assault cases, both women stood as elected officials, calling...

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Vermont Assisted Suicide Bill Passes State Senate

(459) Comments | Posted May 10, 2013 | 2:43 AM

Vermonters in favor of doctor-assisted suicides are one step closer to seeing legislation enacted.

The Vermont State Senate voted 17-13 on Wednesday to pass the Patient Choice and Control at End Of Life Act. S. 77's stated purpose is to "allow, subject to appropriate safeguards, a...

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Joe Manchin: Gun Vote Exposes That 'Something's Wrong, And We've Got To Change' (VIDEO)

(405) Comments | Posted May 10, 2013 | 12:55 AM

Nearly a month removed from watching his background checks legislation fall flat on the Senate floor, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) revealed Thursday what still bothers him about that decision.

In an interview with MSNBC's "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell," Manchin said Washington must look itself...

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Mark Barden Singles Out Jim Inhofe: 'I'd Just Like To Ask Him, What Are You Thinking?' (VIDEO)

(2635) Comments | Posted May 9, 2013 | 11:50 PM

The father of a Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victim has not forgotten the words of one GOP lawmaker.

Mark Barden appeared on Thursday's edition of MSNBC's "The Rachel Maddow Show," singling out Sen. Jim Inhofe (R-Okla.) for his April comments that Newtown, Conn....

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Chris Christie: Weight Issues Are 'The Only Still-Acceptable Form Of Discrimination In Our Country'

(758) Comments | Posted May 9, 2013 | 10:09 PM

With his weight loss surgery out in the open, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) reflected further on Thursday about the steps he's taking to improve his health.

Christie called in to Politico's Playbook Cocktails on Thursday, speaking with another individual who recently went public...

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Obama, House Democrats Gather Over Dinner

(248) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 11:06 PM

President Barack Obama's dinner tour continued on Wednesday, with House Democrats joining him to discuss an array of issues.

The House Democratic Caucus met with Obama at the Jefferson Hotel in Washington, according to Pool reports. Politico notes that nine members were in attendance:...

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Jackie Speier Alerts Marines To 'F'N Wook' Facebook Page, Sends Letter Urging Action

(2676) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 9:20 PM

One day after a Pentagon report revealed a jump in military sexual assaults, more evidence has emerged of disturbing behavior toward female service members.

Rep. Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) issued a letter Wednesday to Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, Marine Commandant James Amos and Inspector General Lynne Halbrooks,...

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Steve Stockman AR-15 Giveaway Prods Twitter Followers: 'Grab This Gun Before Obama Does!'

(2136) Comments | Posted May 8, 2013 | 8:26 PM

Rep. Steve Stockman (R-Texas) took his pro-gun beliefs to Twitter Wednesday, offering followers a rare opportunity.

Stockman informed the social media community that he is giving away a free Bushmaster AR-15 assault rifle, pointing readers to a form on his website.

"Enter the drawing to win...

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Eric Schneiderman: Banks Have 'Confidence' That Law Enforcement Is Not Taking Violations 'Seriously'

(172) Comments | Posted May 7, 2013 | 1:23 AM

Hours after announcing that he's considering a lawsuit against some of America's biggest banks, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman affirmed his view that change is on the horizon.

Appearing on Monday's edition of "All In with Chris Hayes," Schneiderman said the Department Of Justice...

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Elizabeth Colbert Busch Endorsed By Charleston Post And Courier

(1267) Comments | Posted May 5, 2013 | 3:55 PM

Two days before South Carolina voters head to the polls, Elizabeth Colbert Busch can add the biggest newspaper in the state's 1st District to her list of supporters.

The Charleston (S.C.) Post And Courier endorsed Colbert Busch on Sunday, lauding her as "A new leader for...

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Dick Durbin: NRA 'Shouldn't Celebrate' The 'Carnage That Takes Place Virtually Every Day' (VIDEO)

(3311) Comments | Posted May 5, 2013 | 3:09 PM

Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) heaped criticism on the National Rifle Association Sunday for its words over the weekend during annual meetings in Houston, Texas.

In an appearance on CNN's "State of the Union," the No. 2 Senate Democrat blasted the group's decision to applaud the fall of the...

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James Carville: Ted Cruz Is The Most 'Fearless Republican' I've Seen In '30 Years' (VIDEO)

(4943) Comments | Posted May 5, 2013 | 2:06 PM

Freshman Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) received praise from an unlikely source on Sunday.

In an interview with ABC's "This Week," longitme Democratic strategist James Carville lauded Cruz for his attitude since taking office in January.

“I think he is the most talented and fearless Republican...

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Dan Baum, 'Gun Guys' Author, Vows Teaching Young Children To Shoot Is A 'Good Thing' (VIDEO)

(1554) Comments | Posted May 3, 2013 | 3:36 AM

Three days after a horrific shooting in Cumberland County, Ky. involving a 5-year-old boy accidentally killing his 2-year-old sister, the question of guns and children has reached a fever pitch.

Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) and Dan Baum, author of "Gun Guys," debated the...

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