White House

Barack Obama is POTUS and Michelle Obama is FLOTUS, So What is Grandmom?

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - March 17, 2009

Marian Robinson is FGOTUS, the first grandmom of the United States. more >>

Obama's Stimulus Dilemma: Spending Billions Quickly Without Waste

By Amanda Ruggeri - Nation & World - March 17, 2009

The White House wants to prevent waste and fraud, but it won't be easy with a goal of spending quickly more >>

Quiz: Words From the White House

Nation & World - March 5, 2009

Test your knowledge of presidential speeches and speechwriters. more >>

The Obamas Turn the White House Organic

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - February 28, 2009

The dinner with the nation's governors highlighted organic foods. more >>

First Lady Michelle Obama: First Dog Coming to White House in April

Nation & World - February 25, 2009

Malia and Sasha will get their dog in April. more >>

White House Census Power Grab May Violate the Constitution

By Michael Barone - Michael Barone - February 9, 2009

I'm not saying that the Democrats are planning something diabolical, but keep an eye on them. more >>

An Insider's Look at Obama's First Days in the White House

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - February 3, 2009

Spokesman Robert Gibbs describes Obama's first minutes in the Oval Office and his plans going forward. more >>

White House Performance Officer Nominee Nancy Killefer Withdraws Candidacy Over Tax Questions

Nation & World - February 3, 2009

She withdrew her candidacy to avoid controversy over her taxes and household help. more >>

Bush Pet Handler's Advice to Obama: Don't Let Aides Feed the Dog

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - January 23, 2009

Presidential pooch Millie used to get so many treats from staffers that she had to go on a diet. more >>

What Role Will Joe Biden Play in the Obama administration?

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - January 23, 2009

The veep will carve out a more prominent role in coming weeks, insiders say. more >>

CIA's Hayden, Kappes Receive National Security Medal From Bush

By Paul Bedard - Nation & World - January 16, 2009

The outgoing president gave them the nation's highest intelligence award at a White House ceremony more >>

White House Lost $23 Million in Value Over the Past Year

By Luke Mullins - The Home Front - January 8, 2009

Zillow reports on what the housing crisis has done to the value of the nation's most famous residence. more >>

Like Home, Pets Rule the White House and Not Just for Obama

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 31, 2008

Puppy talk is all the rage in Washington, but obsessing over presidential pets is nothing new. more >>

Barney is Still a Favorite at Bush Christmas Parties

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 25, 2008

One thing stands out over the years of Christmas parties: gingerbread cookies shaped like Barney. more >>

Rahm Emanuel and James Jones Will Be Obama's Gatekeepers

By Kenneth T. Walsh - Nation & World - December 24, 2008

Emanuel will try to find consensus where possible and control access to the president. more >>

Bush's Christmas Present to Obama

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 19, 2008

Our new Whispers poll reveals a serious side to the country as Americans, worried about the economy. more >>

Bush Parties With the Press

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 18, 2008

At the White House Christmas party for the press, Bush was in fine spirits. more >>

Obama's Capitol Swearing-In Area and Parade Viewing Stand Take Shape

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 10, 2008

It won't be long before Obama is sworn in. more >>

President-Elect Obama's Oval Office Makeover: Crate and Barrel?

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 5, 2008

Nine designers showed how Obama could put his stamp on the White House. more >>

Barack Obama's Rainbow Coalition: Minorities & Women Fill Many Top White House Posts

Nation & World - December 4, 2008

Obama's White House is shaping up to look a lot like him. more >>

Last Bush Christmas in the White House Before Move to Dallas

By Paul Bedard - Washington Whispers - December 3, 2008

Laura Bush reveals that she's cutting back on Christmas presents to pay for new Dallas home. more >>

Bush Cabinet Officials May Be Left Out in the Cold When They Enter the Private Sector

By Justin Ewers - Nation & World - November 28, 2008

With Democrats in control of the House, Senate, and White House, Bush officials will be less in demand. more >>

Presidential Pets - US News and World Report

Nation & World - November 25, 2008

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President-elect Barack Obama Names Budget Director, Warns of Program Cuts