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The article focuses on Dan Donovan, a U.S. district attorney who defeated Staten Island, New York Councilman Vincent Gentile and claimed the U.S. House of Representative seat of disgraced party colleague Michael G. Grimm in a special election on May 5, 2015.

The article reports on a 2015 legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen that aims to put a woman on the 20 U.S. dollar bill by 2020. Topics include the legislation's goal to direct the U.S. Treasury secretary to convene a panel of citizens to recommend who should appear on the bill, and the similar bill introduced by U.S. Representative Luis V. Gutierrez in the House.

The article compares the foreign trade policies of U.S. President Barack Obama and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. According to the author, the candidates' foreign trade agendas are more similar than they will admit. He states that both support the completion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership. He claims that Romney is more likely to pursue bilateral trade agreements with like-minded nations, but is also likely to face the same difficulties that Obama is facing in getting support.

Reports on the strategy used by Democrats in the United States Congress to push their agenda in 2001 Legislative victories of the Democrats in the opening months of the presidency of George W. Bush; Benefits of the tactic of deputizing everybody to speak for the party; Risks of the strategy of the Democrats. INSET: Rapid Response.

The article discusses the efforts of the U.S. Treasury Department to switch to electronic benefits payments. The department tapped actors Patty Duke and George Takei in the 'No Check, Go Direct' public service announcement. The article also mentions that the switchover project is projected to save ten billion U.S. dollars over ten years.

The article suggests that studies challenge the assumption that the emergency rooms (ER) in the U.S. are jammed with uninsured and disadvantaged patients repeatedly seeking preventive and primary care. The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) released several studies that found that frequent users accounted for minority of visits. The article also mentions that the ACEP findings are aligned with the findings of the Center for Studying Health System Change.

The article reveals that a new collection of historical papers released by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) on September 13, 2012 shows that all of the problems which affected U.S. spy agencies in connection with the 2001 terrorist attacks have been present since 1944.

The article announces that Miguel A. Ayala was appointed as deputy director of communications for the U.S. Council on Environmental Quality and Noelle Clemente as press secretary of the American Action Forum.

The article announces that Richard Fontaine was appointed as president of the Center for a New American Security (CNAS).

The article discusses a bill passed by the House in February 2012 requiring the U.S. Congressional Budget Office (CBO) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to adopt fair-value accounting. It cites resistance by OMB to the accounting change since it trim the government's portfolio of loans or cut into other spending and calls for closer examination on the subject. It refers to the U.S. federal government as a desirable creditor which borrows at the lowest interest rates possible.

The article focuses on the concept paper published by U.S. Army's Training and Doctrine Command at Fort Monroe, Virginia in 2010. The paper is said to serve as a guide for the Army from its basic doctrine, hardware and organizations. Reportedly, the Army need to adjust their decisions and everything they do depending on the situation in the battlefield. Accordingly, the concept paper says that the Army has to be able to conduct not only security and humanitarian operations but be able to deal with conventional armed forces.

The article reports on the implications of the new legislation passed by the U.S. Congress regarding the publication of the papers of former President Franklin D. Roosevelt. It stresses that Democrat Louise M. Slaughter allow Sun-Times Media Group Inc. and its chief executive officer (CEO) Conrad Black to publish the paper with full tax benefits. Republican John J. Duncan notes that Black's decision to relinquish the document to the government could grant them tax breaks.

Focuses on a legislation governing electronic check processing in the U.S. Move of the House to adopt a conference report accompanying the bill; Influence of the events of September 11, 2001 on the emergence of the bill; Advantages of the bill to banks.

Focuses on the influence of newspaper editorial boards in the United States on the passage of legislation that will overhaul campaign finance rules. Remarks of Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on the influence of editorials; Support of `The Louisville Courier-Journal' on the bill sponsored by Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Russell D. Feingold (D-Wis.); Views of the `Chicago Tribune' on the issue.

Reports that United States Congressional Republicans are livid at the Clinton administration's tardiness in sending up Air Force General John A. Gordon's nomination to run the National Nuclear Security Administration. Controversy surrounding the delay; Remarks from House Armed Services member William M. Thornberry.

Deals with the draft proposal from the United States Senate Republicans regarding the use of electronic signatures in online business contracts. Types of online business transactions which the proposal would set federal standards for; Advantages of the approach; Provision of the proposal; Arguments of the consumer groups and states.

The article discusses health insurance companies' covering of U.S. government Medicaid program beneficiaries. Topics include managed care programs introduced in several U.S. states, federal spending on the program projected by Congressional Budget Office and the 2010 healthcare law. Medicaid managed care regulations being drafted by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and lack of data at the centers is discussed. Surveys by Kaiser Family Foundation are mentioned.

The article discusses how the military-led ousting of Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi affected relations between the country and the U.S. It reports cancellation of the scheduled visit of senior Egyptian military officials to the U.S. following the sentencing of a significant number of American international nongovernmental organization workers for alleged illegal use of foreign funds. It also describes position of the U.S. government on the provision of economic assistance to Egypt.

The article reports that the U.S. government deadline for the adoption of electronic record keeping by all hospitals in the country placed a heavy burden on doctors and health facilities. It states that the administration announced to render about 28 billion dollars to assist the hospitals and physicians in the country to remodify their health systems. However, it notes that the major obstacles in the scheme is the fact that the vast majority of health records in the country is held on paper.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Washington. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Ohio. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in North Carolina. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Wisconsin. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Virginia. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Tennessee. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Pennsylvania. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in New York. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Nevada. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in New Mexico. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Montana. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Mississippi. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Minnesota. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Maine. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Massachusetts. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Louisiana. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Alabama. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Illinois. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Connecticut. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Arizona. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John McCain in Colorado. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article examines Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Barack Obama's chances of winning the November 2008 election against his Republican opponent John Cain in Alaska. The paper provides information on the state's congressional politics and number of delegates and electoral votes for the presidential election.

The article features profiles of U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama's political team. They include campaign manager David Plouffe, deputy campaign manager Steve Hildebrand and chief strategist David Axelrod. The paper provides a detailed description of their responsibilities in the Obama campaign.

The article focuses on the confrontations of the U.S. between Russia, China and Iran that has increased the risks of accidental war. It mentions the encounter of the U.S. with Russia when two Russian Tu-142 Bear bombers charging at the massive U.S. warship. It notes the actions taken by the U.S. Navy in South China which is considered by the Pentagon as a freedom of navigation exercise in international waters.

The article reports on the efforts made by the U.S to control the Syrian uprising since it began in March 2011. Topics discussed include involvement of the U.S Central Intelligence Agency in Syrian conflicts, establishment of a team by U.S. Ambassador to Syria Robert S. Ford to take control of rebels and mass immigration of Syrian people during the year of civil wars from 2011-2015.

Reports that Democrats on the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee are moving to confirm appeals court nominations made by President George W. Bush in September 2002. Nominations rejected by the committee in early 2002; Number of colleagues supporting the nomination of law professor Michael W. McConnell.

Reports that Republicans did hold a rally to raise the profile of U.S. President George W. Bush's nominee, Miguel A. Estrada, who was picked in 2001 for a seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia. Background on Estrada's career; Requirement from nominees to be considered by the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee; American Bar Association's review of Estrada.

Reports on the candidates for the primary of a special election in California's 32nd District to elect the successor of the late Democratic Representative Julian C. Dixon. Competition between state Senator Kevin Murray and former state Senator Diane Watson; Dominance of Democrats in the 32nd District; Supporters of Murray and Watson.

The article examines the emergence of Nevada and Delaware as tax shelters. Topics mentioned include Delaware and Nevada being frequently listed as the states with the least transparent incorporation laws, how Delaware is exempted from taxation nonstate holding companies and profits generated by intangible assets, and how Nevada does not tax corporate income, individual income or capital gains.

The article discusses the seven decades of "CQ Weekly" magazine in covering the U.S. Congress by providing news and analysis of all aspects of legislative activity and politics. It explores the establishment of journalists Nelson and Henrietta Poynter of the magazine, describes the changes in politics and policymaking since the publication's first volume, and looks at the transformations in the congressional way of life. Key events in the history of the U.S. Congress are noted.

The article explores some technology measures that make it difficult for the U.S. Congress to keep them relevant. It notes that legislators are slow in debating technology policy, but advances in the sector are growing rapidly. It suggests that the Congress should focus on cybersecurity policies to prevent risks to privacy, copyrights and national security.