Ceasefire in the Gaza Strip

Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert declares a unilateral ceasefire in the conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas.

UPDATE:1/19/09:: Israel Plans to pull troops out of the Gaza Strip before the Inauguration.

Rice goes to Israel,Obama pushes to Midwest

Outgoing-Secy Rice went to Israel to help speak about the bill that helped
track Hamas gun smuggling.

Obama went to the Midwest to get support to use what's left of Bush's $700 billion bailout.

Burris Confirmed to be Illinois' Jr Senator

WASHINGTON - Impeached-Gov Rob Blagojevich's nominee for the U.S. Senate to replace Pres-Elect Obama,Roland Burris has been accepted by Senate Democrats and will be confirmed. Senate Dems say his papers are in order to become Illinois' Junior Senator.

UPDATE: He was officially sworn in by Vice President and Senate Pres. Dick Cheney today

Final Bush Farewell to the Nation

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WASHINGTON - President George W. Bush gave his final farewell speech to the nation. He gave his farewell speech in front of cabinet members,family members,and the media in the East Room of the White House. He reflected his years in the White House from 9/11 to the Iraq War. He reflected on the new freedoms Iraqis have now and the overthrow of Taliban rule in Afghanistan. He said he would do somethings differently throughout his presidency.He also thanked those who have fought for our country in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Despite record low job approval ratings, most Americans think George W. Bush is a good person. And as he prepares to leave the presidency, more than twice as many people think history will be cruel to Bush as think history will be kind.

According to a FOX News poll taken during Bush's final full week in office, 34 percent of Americans say they approve of the job he is doing and 58 percent disapprove — his highest positive rating since December of 2007.

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Photo: President George W. Bush prepares to give farewell speech at White House;
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BREAKING NEWS: Plane Crashes in Hudson River

NEW YORK - US Airways Flight 1549 which left New York-LaGuardia Airport bound for Seattle-Tacoma Airport via Charlotte,NC/Charlotte-Douglas Airport crashed in the Hudson River,near 48th St after landing at about 4PM. The plane landed in the river and nobody has been reported dead or seriously injured.About 153 People were on board and have all survived.

Photo:Rescuers at Crash site in Hudson River,near the Intrepid Museum.

Bin Laden makes remarks against Israel and U.S.

NEWSROOM- A tape of Osama bin Laden,the head of terrorist group Al-Qaeda making comments against Israel and the United States. He declared a Holy War against Israel and said the US is a crumbling power. He told Muslims to rebel and fight Israel.He also said farewell to Bush and warned Obama of what he's inherited.

BREAKING NEWS: $350 Billion bailout may Pass. Clintons being questioned on Donations

WASHINGTON - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D) has said that he has enough votes from the Senate to pass this $350 billion bailout. The money is expected to be paid back,with interest.

Hillary Clinton is facing a financial committee to answer where Bill Clinton's Presidential Library is getting its donations from, probably from Saudi Arabia.

BREAKING NEWS: Obama's Treasury Secy-Nominee under scrutiny for not paying taxes and his housekeepers

NEW YORK - Timothy Geithner, Obama's nominee for Secretary of Treasury is under scrutiny for:

• Not Paying Taxes
• The Legal Status of his Former Housekeepers

An emergency meeting has been called to discuss the issue in Washington with Ben Bernanke,the head of the Federal Reserve,attending.

The Obama Team has said his tax issue were a common mistake.

UPDATE: His swearing-in ceremony was moved to next week. 

BREAKING NEWS: Boat possibly carrying cargo stopped by Israeli Navy

GAZA STRIP - Reports of a boat carrying ammunition possibly from Iran to Hamas was stopped by the Israeli Navy Today. No current info is available.

Clinton and Kennedy (not the Presidents)

ALBANY,NY - Reports are going out that Caroline Kennedy is the front-runner to replace Hillary Clinton in the Senate. The Public does not want her to become their junior Senator. NY State Republicans are trying to push for a special election to pick Clinton's replacement.

WASHINGTON - Today,Former Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-NY) will be confirmed by the Senate as the next Secretary of State under Obama.

Image courtesy of Telegraph UK

Bush gives final press conference and Obama releases bailout

WHITE HOUSE,WASHINGTON DC Bush admitted his mistakes and reviewed his years as president.He admitted to a mistake in May 2003 with him standing with a Mission Accomplished Sign behind him. Bush said he should have done some things different like during Katrina,etc. He hopes Obama would get a better public image than him. His farewell address will be on Thursday evening at 8PM on most major news networks (we recommend FOX News).He will leave for Texas after the inauguration. Obama met with the Senate to release the rest of the $700 billion bailout. In NY state,Caroline Kennedy is slightly favored to replace Hillary Clinton when she is confirmed as Secy of State tomorrow.

Reminder: GOPoliticsNow launches next week

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Today's Headlines::Jan 9,2009

CNN - Outgoing-VP Cheney sounded off on several topics,including finding Osama
Bin Laden during the last 10 days of the Bush Administration, Pres-Elect Obama's win,and a lot more. Catch the whole interview with Wolf Blitzer , Sunday on CNN (check local
listings)

SPRINGFIELD,ILLINOIS- Today, Gov.Rob Blagojevich (D) has been impeached and is awaiting conviction or being kicked out of office after being accused of selling Pres-Elect Obama's Senate Seat.

GAZA STRIP-ISRAEL Today, the UN passed a resolution to a ceasefire,that was ultimately ignored by Gaza's Hamas Leaders. Hamas also launched more missiles to Southern Israel. The UN cut aid to Gaza when Israeli troops shot someone delivering aid.

NEW YORK - Fonzie schemer Bernie Madoff is awaiting conviction on whether he'll go to jail or continue house arrest in his $7 Million Apartment.

UPDATE: A judge has ruled in his favor,and he will not go to jail,at least for now.

Obama pushes Congress to pass stimulus package after taking office

WASHINGTON - Pres-Elect Obama is pushing Congress to pass a stimulus
package. But even Democrats in the Senate are opposed to this bill. His former rival,Sen John McCain (R-AZ) said that he needs more details of Obama's plan before he agrees to it.

Pres-Elect Obama meets former Presidents

WHITE HOUSE,WASHINGTON D.C. - Today,Mr. Obama met with Pres. Bush and former Presidents (from left to right): George H.W. Bush (1988-1992),-Obama & G.W. Bush- Bill Clinton (1992-2000),and the oldest living former President, Jimmy Carter (1976-1980). This was the first time all the former Presidents have met at the White House since 1981 (when Ronald Reagan 1980-88 was President).
Jimmy Carter,George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton are currently the only living former Presidents still alive. Presidents Reagan and Ford passed away in 2004 and 2006.

Emergency UN Meeting Today

NEW YORK - Today,an emergency UN meeting was called to discuss the issue in the Gaza Strip between Israel and Hamas. Secy. of State Condoleezza Rice (R) attended the meeting and called for a cease-fire. Officially, the U.S. and Israel have not called for a cease-fire yet.

BREAKING NEWS: Obama to name Fmr White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta as CIA Director

WASHINGTON - Former Bill Clinton White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta will be named as Obama's CIA Director even though he has NO EXPERIENCE,which shocked Democrats.

More info COMING SOON

BREAKING NEWS:Comedian Al Franken wins Norm Coleman's Senate Seat

ST. PAUL,MN - It is confirmed that Comedian Al Franken (D) has won the Minnesota Senate election. Incumbent Norm Coleman (R) is challenging his win n the recount. Minnesota has an awkward and weird and kinda dumb political structure. They elected a former wrestler,Jesse Ventura governor in 1999. Norm Coleman is expected to contest the election. He was until Jan. 12. It seems 2009 may be the year for Democrats...but will the GOP fight back next year during Senate elections?

UPDATE: Incumbent Norm Coleman (R) is challenging this win with the State of Minnesota. It may take months or weeks to determine who officially gets the seat. The Governor of Minnesota is Tim Pawlenty (R) and Secy of State Mark Ritchie (D)
who will appoint the winner by Jan 12 or later.

Gaza vs. Israel War Continue | Bill Richardson rejects Nomination for Cabinet Post

GAZA CITY - Israel has surrounded the capital and largest city of the Gaza Strip and the Israeli Army accused Hamas of bombing Israel.

UPDATE 1/5/09 - Today,UN leaders meet at the UN Headquarters to calm things down in Gaza. Middle East leaders are also meeting in the Middle East.

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CHICAGO - NM Gov. Bill Richardson has rejected the nomination for Commerce Secy under Obamas Administration, Gov. Richardson announced his decision to withdraw his nomination as a result of an investigation into improper business dealings in the state of New Mexico

BREAKING NEWS: Obama arrives in DC Andrews Air Force Base | Blog Reminder/Update

CAMP SPRINGS,MD/WASHINGTON,D.C. - Today an official air force plane carried Pres-Elect Barack Obama (D) from Chicago to Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland. He will meet with GOP and House leaders. He will return to Chicago and return D.C. via train for his inauguration,as what Pres. Abraham Lincoln (R) did for his.


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Today's Headlines:::

GAZA STRIP - (BBC News) ::Israeli forces move towards the Gaza Strip

Israel has sent ground forces into the Gaza Strip after a week of air strikes to try to halt rocket attacks by Palestinian militants.

Israeli troops were reported to be engaged in heavy clashes with Hamas fighters in northern Gaza.

Earlier, Israel intensified air and artillery attacks on the territory.

The UN secretary general has called on Israel to halt its ground assault immediately. An emergency meeting of the Security Council is under way.

Witnesses say Israeli military convoys crossed into northern Gaza at four separate points after nightfall on Saturday. They were supported by attack helicopters.

ACCRA,GHANA (BBC NEWS)::Opposition candidate John Atta Mills has won a tight presidential run-off in Ghana, saying he will be "a president for all".

Electoral officials announced the result after the last constituency to vote showed him extending his lead over his rival, Nana Akufo-Addo.

New Year Catchup: It's all about Illinois

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois- The Illinois House could vote as early as next week on whether to impeach Gov. Rod Blagojevich.


SPRINGFIELD,Illinois (AOL NEWS)- Sen-nominee Burris, who was appointed by scandal-scarred Rod Blagojevich to take Obama's Senate seat, insists he doesn't want to "create a scene" when the Senate convenes next week and he, presumably, shows up for his new duties.

But no doubt there's going to be some sort of scene, and it could include guards with guns.

Chicago media outlets are reporting that Burris' lawyer is trying to force Ill. Secretary of State Jesse White to certify Blagojevich's paperwork making the appointment, even though White says he won't do it.

UPDATE: Majority Sen Harry Reid (D-NV) has rejected his seat due to missing signatures. IL Attorney General is contesting the State Supreme Court that he does not need this/these signatures to take office.

UPDATE:Sen Roland Burris (D-IL) was sworn in today.