Taxation
Congressman Paul Ryan joined CNBC's Maria Bartiromo on the "Closing Bell" to discuss the tax-cut package, budget priorities, and deficit-cutting measures in the new Congress. Ryan, the incoming chairman of the House Budget Committee, emphasized the need for pro-growth tax reform and highlighted his concerns with
Tax law
Rep. Chris Van Hollen, Assistant to the Speaker of the House and a lead negotiator for House Democrats in tax talks with the administration, expressed serious reservations about the deal reached between President Obama and Republicans. In an interview with Peter Cook of Bloomberg News, Van Hollen stated that House
Tax law
Representative Michele Bachmann (R-MN), chairwoman of the House Tea Party Caucus and a tax lawyer, expressed her concerns about the recent tax cut compromise, which includes extending the Bush-era tax cuts and unemployment benefits. The deal, valued between $700 billion and $900 billion, has a hefty price tag that may
Health care reform
In a closely watched process, President Obama and House Democratic leaders are closing in on the votes needed to pass landmark health care legislation. The outcome hinges on placating a handful of lawmakers who want tighter limits on insurance coverage for abortions. House Democratic leaders have dropped a plan to
Health care reform
Michigan Representative Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick voiced her strong support for the Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act, stating that it will improve the accessibility and affordability of health care for millions of Americans. With over 44 million Americans lacking health care insurance, this bill aims to address the needs
Political parties
Democratic Congressman Bill Pascrell has expressed frustration with the party's arrogance and closed-door dealings, emphasizing the need for unity in the face of growing public discontent. In a January 28, 2010, interview on "Fox and Friends," Pascrell stressed that the party's failure to listen
Political parties
As the comprehensive health bill stalls in Congress, the push to eliminate the antitrust exemption granted to health and medical liability insurers may continue as an independent measure. The proposal, which has been stuck in the massive bill, could be pursued on its own, according to Rep. Steny Hoyer, the
Congressional representatives
The Republican health-care reform bill, aimed at addressing the growing concern of health insurance costs, focuses on allowing individuals to purchase health insurance across state lines and enabling groups of employers to purchase health insurance nationwide. The bill addresses medical malpractice reform, punitive damages, and the need for states to
Congressional representatives
During a Fox News Channel "Live Desk" interview on November 3, 2009, Representative John Yarmuth (D-KY) discussed the cost estimates for healthcare reform measures. Yarmuth, the senior Democratic whip and a member of the House Ways and Means Committee, emphasized the importance of understanding the benefits of the
Rostenkowski, Dan
Dan Rostenkowski, the powerful House Ways and Means Committee chairman, was indicted on 17 charges of corruption, including embezzlement, fraud, and witness tampering. The indictment alleges that Rostenkowski engaged in a two-decade pattern of abuse, using his official expense accounts to benefit himself, his family, and his friends. The charges
Rostenkowski, Dan
Representative Dan Rostenkowski, the 66-year-old Illinois Democrat and Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, faces a daunting 17-count indictment on charges of abuse of office, which includes embezzlement, obstruction of justice, and other serious allegations. The indictment, handed up by United States Attorney Eric H. Holder Jr., reveals
