Katherine Skiba

Obama's Friends and Foes in Congress

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - June 19, 2009

The president's bold agenda faces cheers—and jeers—from Capitol Hill. more >>

Two Republican Moderates in Senate Worry About Future of GOP

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - June 1, 2009

The dwindling Republican moderates face a lonely future in the Senate. more >>

Michelle Obama Shakes Up the East Wing

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - May 27, 2009

The First Lady has captured hearts and minds as the world's newest A-lister. more >>

Valerie Jarrett's Inside Take on First Lady Michelle Obama

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - May 27, 2009

The senior adviser to the president says Michelle Obama wants her legacy to be making a difference. more >>

Specter's Party Switch Leaves GOP in Crisis Mode

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - May 5, 2009

Some Republicans spin Specter's exit as a boost for the party. more >>

Republican Sen. Arlen Specter's Surprise Move: Become a Democrat

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - April 28, 2009

Only a few weeks ago, the moderate senator insisted in an interview, "I am a Republican." more >>

In Congress, Eric Cantor Is Plotting the GOP's Comeback

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - April 16, 2009

The No. 2 Republican in the House wants to make the minority more than 'the party of no.' more >>

Washington, D.C. Has Dog Fever

By Paul Bedard and Katherine Skiba - Washington Whispers - April 8, 2009

Add Sen. Kent Conrad and his wife, Lucy, to the list of new dog owners. more >>

Obama Largely Gets His Budget, But More Battles Lie Ahead

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - April 6, 2009

Some of the president's key initiatives still face challenges in Congress. more >>

Budget Battle Showdown as Congress Strips Billions from Obama's Proposal

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 30, 2009

Republicans take aim at Obama's budget ahead of key votes and even some Dems cringe at the price tag. more >>

Bailout Backlash: The Furor Over AIG Bonuses Won't Go Away Quickly

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 23, 2009

The huge bonuses spark death threats and a classic freeing frenzy with more fireworks coming this week. more >>

On Climate Change, Henry Waxman Wants Congress to Act Now

By Katherine Skiba and Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - March 11, 2009

The House Energy Committee chair says his panel should pass a bill to curb emissions by Memorial Day. more >>

Sen. Kay Hagan Faces Tough Choices as a Tobacco State Democrat

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 6, 2009

Early on, Kay Hagan faced a vote on paying for children's healthcare by boosting cigarette taxes. more >>

Alaska's Mark Begich, a Pro-Gun Democrat Who Wants to Open Up Arctic Drilling

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 5, 2009

By beating the legendary Ted Stevens, Begich became Alaska's first Democrat in Congress since 1981. more >>

Congressman Bobby Bright: A Maverick Democrat in Republican Country

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 3, 2009

The new Alabama congressman has an independent streak, but Nancy Pelosi doesn't mind. more >>

Obama's Audacious Budget Brings Back Big Government

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 2, 2009

The president must now convince Congress to support his budget proposal. more >>

New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Must Convince Her Constituents

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - March 2, 2009

The senator appointed to fill Hillary Clinton's post must audition for all of the state. more >>

As Obama Signs $787 Billion Stimulus, the Question Is, Will it Work?

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - February 17, 2009

The hard-fought deal passed largely on partisan lines, but some economists worry it won't be enough. more >>

Daschle's Tax Woes Derail Nomination, Leaving Obama's Healthcare Reform in Limbo

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - February 3, 2009

Until he dropped out, former Sen. Tom Daschle was to be Obama's point man on healthcare. more >>

As Senate Takes Up Stimulus Debate, How Many Billions Are Enough?

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - February 2, 2009

At $888 billion, the stimulus package could get even larger as Democrats try to win some GOP support. more >>

Obama Fest: An Inauguration to Remember

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - January 20, 2009

A spectacle of precision, marred only by one memorably flubbed line, for President Barack Obama. more >>

Winners and Losers in the Massive $825 Billion Stimulus Proposed by House Democrats

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - January 15, 2009

Much of the cash would go toward infrastructure, education, energy, and healthcare, but not defense. more >>

Obama, Democrats Reshape Tax Relief Measures in Stimulus Package

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - January 13, 2009

Some proposed tax relief provisions could get scrapped, while others could be added. more >>

Senate Republicans Prep for Debate on Healthcare Reform

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - January 12, 2009

GOP plans push-back against the Democrats' ideas. more >>

Tax Cuts Receive New Emphasis—and Some Criticism—in Stimulus Debate

By Katherine Skiba - Nation & World - January 9, 2009

Obama has emphasized tax relief to assuage skeptical Republicans, but some economists are wary. more >>