Controversial defense secretary nominee expected to get an up-or-down vote despite intense GOP opposition.
Democrats want more information from the White House about lethal unmanned aerial attacks and the attack last fall on the U.S. mission in Benghazi.
State of the Union will appeal for new spending and tax hikes to meet fiscal challenges, guaranteeing virulent Republican opposition.
The White House cybersecurity executive order, to be unveiled by President Obama's top security officials, will be the most comprehensive plan yet.
This marks the next phase in the Afghan troop drawdown.
State of the Union message expected to pressure polarized Congress into taking aggressive action on contentious agenda.
Impending across-the-board budget cuts could mean fewer government food safety inspections and higher prices for meat at the grocery store.
Investigating the legal obstacles to creating a special court to oversee targeted killing program.
Controversial terrorism expert has reputation for embracing "enhanced interrogation" and drone strikes.
Frustrated the president is planning to focus more on fixing ties with P.M. Netanyahu than reviving peace talks on Israel trip.
