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Now The Gibson Guitar Raids Make Sense
IRS Scandal: The inexplicable raid nearly two years ago on a guitar maker for using allegedly illegal wood that its competitors also used was another targeting by this administration of its political enemies.
Blackburn's 'families' bill seeks to line employers' pockets
Marsha Blackburn's "Families Flexibility Act of 2013," which benefits only employers.
Congressional Delegation Asks For Details On Medicare Policy "That...
Members of the Tennessee United States Congressional delegation today called on the administration "to provide details on its policy of awarding Medicare contracts to businesses not licensed in Tennessee, a violation of the administration's bid policy and a violation of Tennessee state law." The members write: "We recently received reports that ... (more)
Analysis: Some Republicans see new scandal in Sebelius fundraising
Federal law bars officials from soliciting any organization or individual with whom they do business or regulate.
News briefs from around Tennessee at 1:58 a.m. EDT
With Afghan troops increasingly leading combat operations on the ground, the Afghan Air Force's fledgling helicopter fleet based in Kabul has learned new techniques to support them from the air.
Clarksville Residents Assistance needed for FEMA Appeal
Clarksville Citizens, you may have read recently that the costs to customers of Clarksville Gas and Water are going up to cover the debt that was taken out to rebuild the Waste Water Treatment Plant after the 2010 Flood.
Obama budget would cut deficit by $1.1 trillion over decade: CBO
House Budget Committee member Marsha Blackburn is handed a copy of U.S. President Barack Obama's FY2014 budget proposal upon its arrival on Capitol Hill in Washington April 10, 2013.
Tennesseans join clamor for inquiries on Obama Administration actions
With Obama Administration missteps seen as emerging scandals by some and generating bipartisan outrage among many, members of the Tennessee congressional delegation offered their own outcries Tuesday.
GOP House Members on Gosnell Abortion-Murder Convictions: - There Are ...
Pro-life members of Congress applauded the conviction Monday of late-term abortionist Kermit Gosnell on three counts of murder, but cautioned that more needs to be done because "there are Kermit Gosnells all over America." Gosnell was found guilty of the brutal killing of three babies who survived late-term abortions only to have their spinal cords ... (more)
Report: Obamacare to Increase Premiums Nearly 100 Percent
The House Energy & Commerce Committee today released a report citing internal documents from the nation's largest health insurance companies that reveal the healthcare law's policies, mandates, taxes, and fees will cause major premium increases for consumers in the individual, small group and large group markets.
Rep. Blackburn: 'People Are Beginning to Use the Term...
"People are beginning to use the term 'cover up,'" Rep. Marsha Blackburn told MRCTV when asked about the media's lack of interest in reporting on the attacks on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi.
Editorial: Internet sales tax payments bill would benefit Tennessee
The U.S. Senate last week voted to restore balance to the nation's retail market and to sales tax collections nationwide with the passage of the Marketplace Fairness Act.
Rep. Blackburn: Why Won't Media Cover 'One of the Most...
During an interview with MRCTV, U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn, a Republican from Tennessee, asked what has become one of the most common questions across the country: Why won't the mainstream media give the murder trial of abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell the coverage it -
Gosnell Trial Spurs House Republicans to Demand States Regulate Abortion Clinics
Leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Committee have set a May 22 deadline in which they expect public health officials from all 50 states and Washington, D.C., to provide them with "details on state licensing of abortion clinics and providers, informa Leaders of the House Energy and Commerce Committee have set a May 22 deadline in which they ... (more)
Congress Launches Abortion Investigation After Kermit Gosnell Horrors
A House committee has launched a nationwide investigation in response to the trial of Kermit Gosnell, the abortion practitioner charged with multiple counts of murder for gruesome abortions and infanticides.
Lt. Gov. Ramsey says Rep. Blackburn "100 percent wrong" on Internet sales tax bill
Tennessee Lt. Gov. Ron Ramsey on Thursday joined Gov. Bill Haslam in supporting the federal legislation that would require big out-of-state internet retailers to collect sales taxes on purchases, and said that U.S. Rep.
After Gosnell, House GOP begins probe of abortion clinic health inspections
House Republicans began a review of the state regulations that govern abortion clinics, citing the murder trial of abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell and a series of undercover interviews with other abortion doctors as evidence that clinics around the country operate under lax health policies.
The European Union, you might have heard, has some pretty serious economic-and-debt problems going on, but don't you dare accuse them of neglecting the little things.
United States Congress pays tributeto Margaret Thatcher, a greatfriend of the United States
United States Congress pays tribute to Margaret Thatcher, a great friend of the United States Telegraph [UK], by Niel Gardiner At a moving ceremony at The Heritage Foundation yesterday , leaders of the United States Senate and House of Representatives honoured the life and legacy of Lady Thatcher.
Gov. Haslam will encourage Tennessee congressmen to support internet sales tax bill
Gov. Bill Haslam said Tuesday he will encourage Tennessee's congressmen to vote for the internet sales tax bill, which faces a much tougher vote in the House of Representatives than it did in passing the Senate on Monday.