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Franken lays into David Axelrod over health care bill

Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn.

Sen. Al Franken, D-Minn.

Sen. Al Franken was the most outspoken senator in a closed-door session with the White House senior adviser.

Fed chief Bernanke wins 2nd term in closest vote

Embattled Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke won confirmation for a second term Thursday, but only by the closest vote ever for the crucial post and after withering criticism from lawmakers for bailing out Wall Street while other Americans suffered in recession.

Franken bill would spend bailout cash on new jobs

The proposal would redirect $10 billion toward wage subsidies for small businesses and government contractors.

Sen. Klobuchar leaves National Press Club laughing

WASHINGTON – Politics aside, Sen. Amy Klobuchar is quickly getting a reputation as one of the funniest politicians in the nation’s capital.

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Senate Gives OK to $1 Billion Public Works Bill

The DFL-led Senate passes measure after lively debate.

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