Two House Dems on recreational pot: Legalize it
Democratic congressmen unveil legislation legalizing, taxing sale of marijuana for recreational use; individual states could still prohibit
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Harkin, Iowa State University caught in feud
Amid concerns about academic freedom, questions about fundraising, Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin declines to release papers to namesake institute at Iowa State
Christie, Letterman trade fat jokes
In late-night appearance, New Jersey governor talks Sandy, snacks on donut
Hillary Clinton preps for her next move?
The former secretary of state has a new, sparse website
Could GOP filibuster Hagel nomination?
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell raised the possibility, but a CBS News analysis shows Hagel may have enough support to avoid one
Menendez blasts "absolutely false" prostitution "smears"
Embattled Democratic senator today blamed "right wing blogs" for "totally unsubstantiated" prostitution allegations
Tagg Romney not running for Senate
GOP scrambling to find a candidate for June special election
Kerry: "I have big heels to fill" as secretary of state
In his first day on the job, John Kerry pledges focus on safety and security; says he won't let politics "obscure" the legacy of those killed in Benghazi
McCain calls Iran's president a monkey
GOP Rep. Justin Amash derides the senator's "racist" joke
Biden hails France's "decisive action" in Mali
The vice president thanked France for its military intervention in the terrorist-striken African nation