Obama Calls On Congress To Act Swiftly On Extending Payroll Tax Cuts

After Senate Republicans blocked the extension of payroll-tax cuts, President Barack Obama urges Congress to act swiftly on getting something done. Obama hinted that Congress could work up to and passed the Christmas holiday.

White House Blames Tax Cut Rejection On GOP

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney accuses Senate Republicans of rejecting financial relief for millions of working Americans by voting against a measure to extend a payroll tax cut by another year.

Mandy Moore Heads To The Hill To Highlight AIDS Prevention

Singer and actress Mandy Moore joined a group of health panelists on Capitol Hill Thursday to highlight the ongoing achievements in the fight against AIDS in the U.S. and world wide, on World AIDS Day.

White House: No Apology For Pakistan Raid

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney emphasizes that the administration expressed condolences over those killed in the recent Pakistan raid, but did not apologize.

First Lady Gives Holiday Preview

First Lady Michelle Obama Wednesday offered children and reporters a preview of the White House’s holiday plans.