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Facebook IPO Spurring a Raft of Legislative Efforts

rollcall.com — Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call Sens. Charles Schumer and Bob Casey introduced a bill penalizing Americans, such as Facebook co-founder Eduardo Saverin, who renounce their citizenship and avoid taxes. Lawmakers relish the opportunity to latch on to current events in order to craft legislation or a political message - and the controversy surrounding Facebook's initial public offering last week was no exception.
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
RT @abettel Facebook's IPO is getting the full Congress treatment, with hearings possible http://t.co/LwxLKEfM via @meredithshiner
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Facebook's IPO is getting the full Congress treatment, with hearings possible. http://t.co/zuk1NSZ1 @meredithshiner

Massachusetts: Scott Brown and Elizabeth Warren in Dead Heat

atr.rollcall.com — If there were ever any doubt that the Massachusetts Senate race is close (and there wasn't), let it be vanquished. A new poll of likely Massachusetts voters from Suffolk University and 7News found the race to be a statistical dead heat. In a horse-race matchup, Republican Sen.
Jessica Taylor Senior Analyst and Reporter, Rothenberg Political Report @JessicaTaylor
RT @rollcallpols: MT @jm_dc: New #MASEN poll from Suffolk University has Warren and Brown in a statistical dead heat. http://t.co/z4AUVnBX
Garance Franke-Ruta Politics Editor, The Atlantic @thegarance
72% voters knew of Warren Native American controversy & "it did not appear to have a demonstrable effect on the race" http://t.co/bYfKG3NL
Harry Enten Data Correspondent, Guardian America, Guardian @ForecasterEnten
Pretty sure Cherokeegate is not going to have an effect. Brown 48 - Warren 47 in Suffolk Poll http://t.co/mGEsVmYZ
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
MT @jm_dc: New #MASEN poll from Suffolk University has Warren and Brown in a statistical dead heat. http://t.co/mhzmF1Xs
Joshua Miller Politics Reporter, Roll Call @jm_dc
New #MASEN poll from Suffolk University has E Warren and S Brown in a statistical dead heat. http://t.co/NUPHpOue
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Bank Lobbyists Go Into Defensive Crouch After JPMorgan Losses

rollcall.com — The multibillion-dollar trading losses at JPMorgan Chase & Co. have thrust Wall Street banks into a defensive crouch on K Street, prompting financial services lobbyists to clam up, regroup and, in some cases, suspend lobbying altogether.
Eliza Newlin Carney Staff Writer, Roll Call @ElizaRules
Big banks on K Street roller coaster, spending big $ on lobbying & campaigns, only to play defense post-JPMorgan: http://t.co/Ehl7RV2K
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
JPMorgan trading losses put bank lobbyists on the defensive as they try to soften the blow of Dodd-Frank. http://t.co/bnZ6ELkb @ElizaRules

Dan Liljenquist Works to Breach Orrin Hatch’s Stronghold

rollcall.com — Former State Senator, Hoping to Duplicate Lugar Upset, Has Work Cut Out for Him in Utah Primary Sen. Orrin Hatch (left) and Dan Liljenquist talk during a break in an April debate in Salt Lake City. Less than five weeks remain for Dan Liljenquist to make his case to Utah Republicans that six terms is enough for Sen.
Kyle Trygstad Politics Reporter, Roll Call @KyleTrygstad
Liljenquist works to breach Hatch's stronghold #UTSen http://t.co/842LxdhB

Obama Steers Clear on Climate

rollcall.com — President Barack Obama's first Earth Day proclamation in 2009 was an urgent call to address global warming. This year? The word "climate" didn't even get a mention. Four years ago, Obama and his opponent, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), both ran on implementing a cap-and-trade system to reduce carbon emissions.
Bobby Warren Staff Writer, The Daily Record @BobbyWarrenTDR
Obama Steers Clear on Climate : Roll Call News http://t.co/kPe2LvgZ

Senators Grill Secret Service Director

rollcall.com — In his first Congressional testimony about the Secret Service prostitution scandal, the agency's director faced a grilling from skeptical Senators who raised concerns that the conduct seemed prevalent and accepted among agents and their supervisors. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Chairman Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.)
Todd Zwillich Washington Correspondent, Public Radio International @toddzwillich
cc: @LisaDCNN RT @emilyprollcall: RT @dnewhauser: Senators Grill Secret Service Director : Roll Call News http://t.co/1BoU7M2e
Emily Pierce Senate Editor, Roll Call @emilyprollcall
RT @dnewhauser: Senators Grill Secret Service Director : Roll Call News http://t.co/qUU06VNC
Daniel Newhauser Staff Writer, Roll Call @dnewhauser
Senators Grill Secret Service Director : Roll Call News http://t.co/GsVlYjTF

Heard on the Hill

hoh.rollcall.com — Sen. Kent Conrad (D-N.D.) drew a crowd Tuesday afternoon while carrying Dakota, his loyal canine companion, down the escalator toward the Capitol subway. Dakota has been undergoing treatment for cancer, making fewer appearances in the Capitol since the fall. When Dakota was asked by a reporter about his opinion of his master's impending retirement, Conrad spoke for his fluffy bichon frise.
Suzy Khimm Political Reporter, Mother Jones @SuzyKhimm
! RT @seungminkim: This photo of Dakota and Sen. Kent Conrad makes me so happy http://t.co/FM9MEAEf
Emma Dumain Congress Reporter, Roll Call @DumainBlogette
PULITZER! RT @Gardner_LM: Hard-hitting, pre-vacay journalism by yours truly: http://t.co/DHzTAYiD
Kate Nocera Reporter, Politico @KateNocera
just FYI, it wasn't me who tried to interview Dakota. swear to god. but is @SabrinaSiddiqui on the hill today? http://t.co/jwXHvFAf

K Street Files: Facebook Friends U.S. Chamber, NFIB

rollcall.com — Rumi Pazos, 6, and his mother, Christi Funk, from Orange County, Ca., attend a news conference Tuesday in front of the Capitol on the Safe Chemical Act, which would update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976. To support the bill, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families rallied moms, nurses and cancer survivors to participate in a "stroller brigade" throughout the Capitol complex.
Dave Levinthal Reporter, Politico @davelevinthal
RT @abettel: Facebook is giving away ad space as part of an alliance with U.S. Chamber and NFIB. http://t.co/ypeCdTOJ @SJLorber @kackleyZ
Kate Ackley Zeller Reporter, Roll Call @kackleyZ
RT @abettel: Facebook is giving away ad space as part of an alliance with U.S. Chamber and NFIB. http://t.co/Ay1Jpn7s @SJLorber @kackleyZ
Amanda Becker Reporter, Roll Call @RollCallAmanda
RT @abettel: Facebook is giving away ad space as part of an alliance with U.S. Chamber and NFIB. http://t.co/2fkpABhd @SJLorber @kackleyZ
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Facebook is giving away ad space as part of an alliance with U.S. Chamber and NFIB. http://t.co/2fkpABhd @SJLorber @kackleyZ

Democrats Close Ranks on Bain

rollcall.com — Senators, Administration Officials Join Romney Attacks as Booker Hedges Democrats and the White House defended attacks on Mitt Romney's record at Bain Capital on Tuesday, calling them "fair game" and dismissing party infighting over the issue.
Steve Kornacki Writer, Salon @SteveKornacki
RT @Jane_Roh Few do intraparty violence better than New Jersey Democrats. First Booker, now Lautenberg. http://t.co/REJkjtME
Salvador Rizzo Statehouse Reporter, New Jersey Star-Ledger @rizzoSL
Lautenberg blasts @corybooker, calling his remarks on Bain "sabotage" to Obama campaign. http://t.co/df761FNC
Nick Confessore Political Reporter, New York Times @nickconfessore
Lautenberg: Booker is "out of town a lot" giving speeches. "Newark needs hands-on kind of leadership." http://t.co/KZ3OePTX
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
Sen Lautenberg (D-NJ) beats up on Booker: http://t.co/cLdWlVe3 h/t @StevenTDennis

‘Rapper’s Delight’ Not by Donna Summer

hoh.rollcall.com — Unless the Library of Congress knows something we don't, the hip-hop classic "Rapper's Delight" was recorded by the Sugarhill Gang in 1979 and not by the late great Donna Summer in 1977.
Mike Nizza Managing Editor, The Daily @mikenizza
Library of Congress appears to credit ‘Rapper’s Delight’ to Donna Summer in news release http://t.co/YvDDKEpX
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Hip hop the hippie to the hip hip hop you don't stop is saved! http://t.co/YGIVbhcv

Outside Money Flows to California

rollcall.com — Rep. Howard Berman is getting a boost from outside spending. Call it a California gold rush, with a twist. Rather than excavate wealth from the Golden State, third-party groups are dousing California with dollars ahead of its June 5 primaries.
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Third-party groups flood California with $2.4 mill in independent expenditures ahead of June 5 primaries. http://t.co/7OE8UJL7 @kyletrygstad
Eliza Newlin Carney Staff Writer, Roll Call @ElizaRules
Great @KyleTrygstad story on the "California gold rush" that's driving outside $ into contested congressional races: http://t.co/EPUCoa90
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
California Gold Rush: 3rd Party $$$ pours into CA all-party primary House races: http://t.co/23MxhS64 h/t @kyletrygstad

Threats, Reprisals and the Art of the Deal

rollcall.com — Rumi Pazos, 6, and his mother, Christi Funk, from Orange County, Ca., attend a news conference Tuesday in front of the Capitol on the Safe Chemical Act, which would update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976. To support the bill, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families rallied moms, nurses and cancer survivors to participate in a "stroller brigade" throughout the Capitol complex.
Jonathan Strong Reporter, Roll Call @j_strong
Instead of an eye for an eye, it’s an aide for an aide. With Messina at cntr of HC probe, Dems target B. Jackson http://t.co/hCxEMoxS

Obama Steers Clear on Climate

rollcall.com — President Barack Obama's first Earth Day proclamation in 2009 was an urgent call to address global warming. This year? The word "climate" didn't even get a mention. Four years ago, Obama and his opponent, Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.), both ran on implementing a cap-and-trade system to reduce carbon emissions.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
Obama steers clear on climate change http://t.co/yhJU3upT via @steventdennis

K Street Files: Facebook Friends U.S. Chamber, NFIB

rollcall.com — Rumi Pazos, 6, and his mother, Christi Funk, from Orange County, Ca., attend a news conference Tuesday in front of the Capitol on the Safe Chemical Act, which would update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976. To support the bill, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families rallied moms, nurses and cancer survivors to participate in a "stroller brigade" throughout the Capitol complex.
Gautham Nagesh Editor, Technology Executive Briefing, Roll Call @gnagesh
RT @SJLorber In effort to lure sm biz advertisers, Facebook gives NFIB & the Chamber a reputational boost http://t.co/jGgtMYN7 tip @Techmeme
Janie Lorber Reporter, Roll Call @SJLorber
In effort to lure sm biz advertisers, Facebook gives NFIB & the Chamber a reputational boost http://t.co/IdFQvn4b

Ohio Senate Race Evolves Into Battleground

rollcall.com — Outside groups backing the GOP opponent of Sen. Sherrod Brown are flooding the race with early money, making the contest more competitive. A flood of outside spending has quietly moved the Ohio Senate race from a second-tier contest to a single-digit competition.
Amanda Becker Reporter, Roll Call @RollCallAmanda
RT @rollcall: MOST EMAILED TODAY: Ohio Senate Race Evolves into Battleground. http://t.co/wDF5UtVc #OHSEN

Lawsuits Challenging Contraception Rule Get Little Play

rollcall.com — Senate Republican Conference Vice Chairman Roy Blunt said he is considering intervening in a legal challenge to a proposed federal contraception rule brought by Catholic organizations. Republican leaders might be trying to avoid getting re-entangled in the culture wars, but Senate Republican Conference Vice Chairman Roy Blunt on Tuesday said he is considering intervening in a legal challenge to a proposed federal contraception rule brought by Catholic organizations.
Janie Lorber Reporter, Roll Call @SJLorber
MT @ElizaRules: New twist on #Catholic legal challenge to health care law: Roy Blunt may intervene, @bigjohnrc http://t.co/Gk48V1AK
Eliza Newlin Carney Staff Writer, Roll Call @ElizaRules
New twist on #Catholic legal challenge to health care law: Rep. Roy Blunt may intervene, @bigjohnrc reports: http://t.co/9cXxkxxH

South Carolina: Jay Jordan Launches TV Spot in New District

atr.rollcall.com — Attorney Jay Jordan (R), running for South Carolina's new 7th district, launched a spot on local television today underscoring his conservative values. The ad is backed by about $26,000 and set to run through Memorial Day weekend in the Myrtle Beach-Florence, S.C., market on broadcast and cable.
George Talbot Political Editor, Press-Register @georgetalbot
RT @ZacMcCrary: Brace yourself. The most Republican ad in the history of the earth. http://t.co/BwX66a2L

Senators Find Fellowship and Relief From Politics on the Bike Trail

rollcall.com — Beltway chatterers say Sen. Rob Portman is too boring to help presumptive GOP nominee Mitt Romney win the White House, but there's one kind of trail on which the Ohio Republican defies conventional wisdom. "Well, he's not boring on a bike," quipped Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass), one of the Senate's most avid bicyclists.
Michael Catalini Online Editor, National Journal @mikecatalini
The Senate's bike caucus ... http://t.co/ENBA7U6K

Democrats Close Ranks on Bain

rollcall.com — Senators, Administration Officials Join Romney Attacks as Booker Hedges Democrats and the White House defended attacks on Mitt Romney's record at Bain Capital on Tuesday, calling them "fair game" and dismissing party infighting over the issue.
Emily Pierce Senate Editor, Roll Call @emilyprollcall
.@FrankLautenberg slams @corybooker in this awesome @StevenTDennis piece on the Bain/Booker fallout http://t.co/YTszzGfX

Barbara Boxer Upbeat on Highway Talks, Praises John Boehner

rollcall.com — Rumi Pazos, 6, and his mother, Christi Funk, from Orange County, Ca., attend a news conference Tuesday in front of the Capitol on the Safe Chemical Act, which would update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976. To support the bill, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families rallied moms, nurses and cancer survivors to participate in a "stroller brigade" throughout the Capitol complex.
John R. Stanton Reporter, Roll Call @bigjohnrc
RT @rollcall: Boxer Upbeat on Highway Talks, Praises Boehner: http://t.co/4BAgkqqZ

Sorry … Can You Repeat That?

hoh.rollcall.com — Last Thursday, Rep. Mike Coffman (R-Colo.) stoked the birthers when he said President Barack Obama wasn't American, at least not in his heart, and he's been walking back, or sideways or forward, from the statement since. "I don't know whether Barack Obama was born in the United States of America," Coffman told a friendly audience in Albert County, Colo., according to Colorado's 9News.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
.@RepMikeCoffman does his best impression of a parrot for local news reporter http://t.co/uDYAUKVP

NRSC Welcomes Deb Fischer, Richard Mourdock With Fundraisers and Cash

atr.rollcall.com — Senate Republicans are helping to refill the coffers of their newly minted nominees in Indiana and Nebraska following bruising primaries. The National Republican Senatorial Committee contributed the maximum allowed - $43,000 - to state Sen. Deb Fischer, the GOP's nominee in Nebraska, and state Treasurer Richard Mourdock, the GOP's nominee in Indiana.
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
Mourdock, Fisher get the @NRSC Welcome Wagon: $43K and a fundraiser http://t.co/nQL7EqEc

No to Water; Yes to Bullets

hoh.rollcall.com — Convention friends and gun enthusiasts, rejoice! If you're heading to the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla., in August and planning to hang out in the designated protest zone, the Tampa City Council has cleared the way for you to pack heat.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Tampa City Council: First Amendment and squirt guns are way lame, but firearms and ammo are super-duper rad. http://t.co/HtPdl0qb

Heard on the Hill

hoh.rollcall.com — Whether busy dressing down Republican presidential hopefuls on cable news, gushing about her love for all-things-men to Playboy, or opening up about passing joints around the table at dinner parties (stay tuned), Meghan McCain lives her life very much out loud. Yet we were still a little surprised to discover the daughter of Sen.
Warren Rojas Columnist, Roll Call @WARojas
Memory Lane: @McCainBlogette once spent a magical evening at Chez @JMarlow The Jokeman recaps their holiday http://t.co/knWmGT9Z #bababooey

Lawsuits Challenging Contraception Rule Get Little Play

rollcall.com — Senate Republican Conference Vice Chairman Roy Blunt said he is considering intervening in a legal challenge to a proposed federal contraception rule brought by Catholic organizations. Republican leaders might be trying to avoid getting re-entangled in the culture wars, but Senate Republican Conference Vice Chairman Roy Blunt on Tuesday said he is considering intervening in a legal challenge to a proposed federal contraception rule brought by Catholic organizations.
John R. Stanton Reporter, Roll Call @bigjohnrc
Sen. Roy Blunt may file amicus brief in contraception case as GOP leadership stays silent http://t.co/MqvLgV9a

K Street Files: Facebook Friends U.S. Chamber, NFIB

rollcall.com — Rumi Pazos, 6, and his mother, Christi Funk, from Orange County, Ca., attend a news conference Tuesday in front of the Capitol on the Safe Chemical Act, which would update the Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976. To support the bill, Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families rallied moms, nurses and cancer survivors to participate in a "stroller brigade" throughout the Capitol complex.
Eliza Newlin Carney Staff Writer, Roll Call @ElizaRules
K Street Files: The @uschamber @NFIB friend @facebook & vice versa; Dan Smith leaves Hill for Sheridan Group: http://t.co/tih6wzkB

Senators Find Fellowship and Relief From Politics on the Bike Trail

rollcall.com — Beltway chatterers say Sen. Rob Portman is too boring to help presumptive GOP nominee Mitt Romney win the White House, but there's one kind of trail on which the Ohio Republican defies conventional wisdom. "Well, he's not boring on a bike," quipped Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass), one of the Senate's most avid bicyclists.
Domenico Montanaro Political Reporter, NBC News @DomenicoNBC
Call it Bipartisanship on the Bike Trail... Roll call on the the Portman, Kerry, Brown, Warner cycling camaraderie http://t.co/w02CGApE

John Thune Eyes Rise in Ranks

rollcall.com — Chris Maddaloni/CQ Roll Call Senate Republican Conference Chairman John Thune is considering running for a higher leadership position. Sen. John Thune may have just been elected Senate Republican Conference chairman in January, but he is still eyeing a move up the leadership ladder this year with either a run for Whip or for National Republican Senatorial Committee chairman.
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
Sen Thune (SD) eyes NRSC Chairmanship: http://t.co/K5LTVWBg h/t @hsanchez128

Kentucky: Thomas Massie Wins GOP Nomination

atr.rollcall.com — In a stinging rebuke of the Kentucky Republican establishment, tea-party-affiliated Lewis County Judge-Executive Thomas Massie won tonight's GOP primary to replace retiring Rep. Geoff Davis (R) in the 4th district. With 72 percent of precincts reporting, the Associated Press called the race for Massie. He had 44.9 percent of vote, state Rep.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
RT @rollcall: Thomas Massie wins GOP House nomination in stinging rebuke to Kentucky establishment http://t.co/Azs7jhHi via @jm_dc
Joshua Miller Politics Reporter, Roll Call @jm_dc
Stinging rebuke for Kentucky GOP in tea-party affiliated Thomas Massie's victory in #KY04 GOP primary; big win 4 R Paul http://t.co/FJPkmp0t

Arkansas: Tom Cotton Wins GOP Primary

atr.rollcall.com — Veteran, attorney and rising GOP star Tom Cotton won a solid victory in Arkansas' 4th Congressional district GOP primary, avoiding a runoff with 2010 nominee Beth Anne Rankin. With 62 percent of precincts reporting, the Associated Press called the race for Cotton.
Joshua Miller Politics Reporter, Roll Call @jm_dc
Rising GOP star Tom Cotton wins #AR04 primary and is likely headed to Congress in November. Watch this guy. http://t.co/xWg4ath2

Daniel Inouye Defends Judicial Conference in Hawaii

rollcall.com — Rep. Colleen Hanabusa finds it impractical to take the long flight home to Hawaii every weekend. So every month or so, she gets a little taste of the islands by hosting a Hawaiian-themed meal at her Capitol Hill home. During the last week of March, Hanabusa allowed Roll Call photographer Tom Williams to capture the feast.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
"I resent the implication that no serious discussion can take place in Hawaii." — Sen. Daniel Inouye http://t.co/N4Wh3PYH

Rob Portman Seeks Answers on Health and Human Services Spending

rollcall.com — Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) today sent a letter to Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius asking for more information on a $20 million public relations contract to tout the president's health care law. Portman, the top Republican on the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Subcommittee on Contracting Oversight, launched a broader inquiry earlier this year with Sen.
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
MT @rollcall @robportman wants to know more about health care PR contract http://t.co/8LjzolZf

Senators Find Fellowship and Relief From Politics on the Bike Trail

rollcall.com — Beltway chatterers say Sen. Rob Portman is too boring to help presumptive GOP nominee Mitt Romney win the White House, but there's one kind of trail on which the Ohio Republican defies conventional wisdom. "Well, he's not boring on a bike," quipped Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass), one of the Senate's most avid bicyclists.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
John Kerry talked Scott Brown to signing Wall Street reform bill during bike ride. http://t.co/LuEiicis
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
John Kerry on Rob Portman: "He's not boring on a bike." http://t.co/LuEiicis

Gregory Jaczko’s Exit Poses Problems for White House

rollcall.com — Replacing NRC Chief Could Prove Challenging The decision by the controversial head of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and ally of Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) to quit Monday doesn't necessarily end the headaches over nuclear power for the Obama administration.
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Jaczko's exit doesn't end White House headaches over nuclear energy. Because he isn't leaving just yet. http://t.co/xrmau9ex @steventdennis

Hill Vet Goes For Broke

hoh.rollcall.com — Dylan Jones, a Congressional-staffer-turned-lobbyist, begins a two-day stand on "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" today. Jones worked for Democratic Reps. Shelley Berkley (Nev.), Carolyn McCarthy (N.Y.) and former Democratic Rep. Paul Kanjorski (Pa.) before migrating to K Street. His game show gig partially fulfills daydreams hatched while halfheartedly watching the House floor.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Former staffer wants to be a millionaire, ex-Congressman tapped to be lifeline http://t.co/RFxUcatt via @WARojas
Steve Tetreault Washington Bureau Chief, Las Vegas Review-Journal @STetreaultDC
Former aide says no brainer, @RepBerkley could host a game show. http://t.co/KK5Yyvum //But which one, tweeters?

Massachusetts: Dem Poll Has Senate Race Tied

atr.rollcall.com — A poll from earlier this month of likely Massachusetts voters found the competitive Senate race between Sen. Scott Brown (R) and Harvard Law School professor Elizabeth Warren tied. In a horserace matchup between Brown and Warren, the presumptive Democratic nominee, both took 46 percent of the vote. The Harstad Strategic Research Inc.
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
@jm_dc's write-up of @dscc #MASEN poll includes screen shot of pollster's memo:http://t.co/B3x5N6Ta Brown(R)/Warren(D) tied @ 46%.

Health Care Probe May Ensnare Jim Messina

rollcall.com — Rep. Michael Burgess says he's gotten "stony silence" from the White House since 2009 on his questions into behind-the-scenes health care law deal-making. House Republicans are preparing to unveil results of an investigation into deals the White House made to help pass the health care overhaul, and the findings might saddle Jim Messina, President Barack Obama's campaign manager, with unwanted distractions.
Jonathan Strong Reporter, Roll Call @j_strong
I thought angle was Messina @ cntr of GOP healthcare probe, but all ppl want 2 know is if Burgess really said 'dude' http://t.co/dKtep895
Jonathan Strong Reporter, Roll Call @j_strong
And yes, he did. http://t.co/dKtep895
Jonathan Strong Reporter, Roll Call @j_strong
RT @Drudge_Report: Health Care Probe May Ensnare Obama Campaign Manager... http://t.co/UJBqfIp2
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
House probe of deals the White House made to pass the health-care law may ensnare Obama's campaign manager. http://t.co/ZMe7lk9S @j_strong

Senate Stumbles on Popular Legislation

rollcall.com — Rep. Colleen Hanabusa finds it impractical to take the long flight home to Hawaii every weekend. So every month or so, she gets a little taste of the islands by hosting a Hawaiian-themed meal at her Capitol Hill home. During the last week of March, Hanabusa allowed Roll Call photographer Tom Williams to capture the feast.
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
Well this story looks even smarter than before thanks to today. http://t.co/OarM1sm3

Female Lawmakers Are Raising Money and the Political Stakes

rollcall.com — Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand impressed Democrats and Republicans with her Sunday appearance on "Meet the Press." She is one of a handful of Democratic women who have been raising money for the party. While both parties fight to win over female voters, female lawmakers have emerged as the top fighters to secure all-important fundraising and messaging wins.
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
Last month's Roll Call http://t.co/gu7WOCf5 today's Politico http://t.co/RC7sVb7V

New Mexico: Internal Polls Illustrate Tight Race for Democratic Nod

atr.rollcall.com — Two new internal polls in New Mexico's 1st district illustrate how tight the battle for the Democratic nomination is with just two weeks to go. Former Albuquerque Mayor Marty Chavez, state Sen. Eric Griego and Bernalillo County Commissioner Michelle Lujan Grisham are running in the June 5 Democratic primary.
Kyle Trygstad Politics Reporter, Roll Call @KyleTrygstad
Tight race in #NM01, per internal poll released by Lujan Grisham and a Griego poll obtained by @rollcall http://t.co/Xjm90av3

Nearly Every American Thinks Birth Control Is OK

hoh.rollcall.com — Nearly every American - including 82 percent of American Catholics - thinks birth control, and the people who use it, are all right by them. In a Gallup poll released today, 89 percent of American adults and 90 percent of non-Catholics think using birth control is morally acceptable.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Majority of American are cool with birth control, but still super judgey about everything else http://t.co/OA4JBCyk

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Tom Williams Photographer, Roll Call @pennstatetom
RT @Daniel_Inouye: @RepHanabusa cooking talents and hospitality on display. Great photos by @pennstatetom http://t.co/FUbAwsOR

Rival Groups of Terror Victims Square Off

rollcall.com — Sen. Bob Menendez "for months has been working with all of the plaintiff groups to ensure that the approximately $2.5 billion in Iranian blocked assets located in New York are available," his communications director said.
Kate Ackley Zeller Reporter, Roll Call @kackleyZ
Rival groups of terrorist attack victims square off over Iran sanctions bill & $2 billion in frozen assets. http://t.co/lzqdCxRh
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Rival groups of terrorist attack victims square off over Iran sanctions bill & $2 billion in frozen assets. http://t.co/E5yTrRq3 @kackleyZ

White House: Bain Attacks Part of Larger Narrative

rollcall.com — The White House will continue to attack Mitt Romney's record at Bain Capital and his record as governor of Massachusetts as part of a larger narrative aimed at middle-class voters, senior administration officials said today.
Emily Pierce Senate Editor, Roll Call @emilyprollcall
RT @rollcall: White House: Bain Attacks Part of Larger Narrative: http://t.co/8wybejk5

How Citizens United Is Affecting Campaigns

rollcall.com — It s a major victory for big oil, Wall Street banks, health insurance companies and the other powerful interests that marshal their power every day in Washington to drown out the voices of everyday Americans, President Barack Obama said in a statement after the Supreme Court s January 2010 Citizens United decision, which held that corporations have a constitutional right to free speech.
Ambreen Ali Reporter, Roll Call @ambreenali
RT @rollcall: The real affect Citizens United is having on campaigns http://t.co/qff29eNH via @stupolitics

Harry Reid: Tax Deal Unlikely Before Elections

rollcall.com — Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) indicated that he does not see a way to reach bipartisan agreement on deficit reduction or taxes before the November elections. Reid, in a terse letter, was responding to a letter signed by 41 Senate Republicans that demanded immediate action on extending Bush-era tax cuts that expire at the end of this year.
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
News of the Obvious RT @rollcall: Harry Reid: Tax Deal Unlikely Before Elections: http://t.co/1mSmQ2k3

Ohio Senate Race Evolves Into Battleground

rollcall.com — Outside groups backing the GOP opponent of Sen. Sherrod Brown are flooding the race with early money, making the contest more competitive. A flood of outside spending has quietly moved the Ohio Senate race from a second-tier contest to a single-digit competition.
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
RT @rollcall: .@shiratoeplitz breaks down #OHSEN, which is closing fast thanks to outside $$ http://t.co/Nmn1gG36

Take Five With Rep. Marcia Fudge

hoh.rollcall.com — Every week, HOH gets to know a Member of Congress better through a series of five fun questions. This week, Rep. Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio) talks about those first-place Cleveland Indians and her favorite dinner spot back home. Q: You were the mayor of Warrensville Heights for eight years before coming to Congress in 2008.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
.@marciafudge big hearts carlos santana http://t.co/NElXlQrE via @aaronguerrero87

A Round for Brown

hoh.rollcall.com — Washington's own Derek Brown and his bar, the Columbia Room, have been recognized as some of the best in America. The Tales of the Cocktail conference, which is to spirits and cocktails as the James Beard Foundation Awards are to the food industry and the Oscars are to film, released its nominees for its Annual Spirited Awards last week.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
DC's @betterdrinking and @PassengerDC's Columbia Room named top 10 in country! http://t.co/xgv9fyd7

Scene Set for Kentucky, Arkansas Primaries

rollcall.com — Bluegrass State's 4th District Republican Contest Will Pit the Establishment Against the Tea Party Democrats in Arkansas see the race with freshman GOP Rep. Rick Crawford as their best - and probably only - chance to flip a seat in the state.
Joshua Miller Politics Reporter, Roll Call @jm_dc
Congressional primary voters go to the polls today in Arkansas and Kentucky. Here's what to expect: http://t.co/c0mD1h0j

Ohio Senate Race Evolves Into Battleground

rollcall.com — Outside groups backing the GOP opponent of Sen. Sherrod Brown are flooding the race with early money, making the contest more competitive. A flood of outside spending has quietly moved the Ohio Senate race from a second-tier contest to a single-digit competition.
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
#OHSen #funfact: There hasn't been a close Senate race in Ohio (less than 8.5 pt margin) since 1976. http://t.co/poLycyJR

Rand Paul Tests Political Influence

rollcall.com — Fresh off the national campaign trail, Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) is testing the influence of his unique political brand with a series of Congressional endorsements. Many Kentucky political observers expect Paul to put his experience in the 2012 presidential race campaigning for his father, Rep. Ron Paul (R-Texas), to use in 2016.
Robert Costa Political Reporter, National Review @robertcostaNRO
@DavidMDrucker on Rand Paul--an exclnt read http://t.co/KFzAoVYZ

Judicial Gathering Raises Questions

rollcall.com — Senate Republicans are not ruling out calling for hearings on a judicial conference in Hawaii that has raised eyebrows, but lawmakers say they are reserving judgment until they get a response to a set of questions sent by leading GOP members of the Senate Judiciary and Budget committees.
John Gramlich Staff Writer, Roll Call @johngramlich
Judicial Gathering Raises Questions : Roll Call News http://t.co/vysrfSmP #mauiwowi

Ohio Senate Race Evolves Into Battleground

rollcall.com — Outside groups backing the GOP opponent of Sen. Sherrod Brown are flooding the race with early money, making the contest more competitive. A flood of outside spending has quietly moved the Ohio Senate race from a second-tier contest to a single-digit competition.
David M. Drucker Associate Politics Editor, Roll Call @DavidMDrucker
@shiratoeplitz wrote abt competitive #OHSEN race.There R other reasons to read this story but you don't need any: http://t.co/yx988EHy

Ohio Senate Race Evolves Into Battleground

rollcall.com — Outside groups backing the GOP opponent of Sen. Sherrod Brown are flooding the race with early money, making the contest more competitive. A flood of outside spending has quietly moved the Ohio Senate race from a second-tier contest to a single-digit competition.
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
Ohio quickly becoming the next Senate battleground due to flood of outside spending. My @rollcall story #ohsen http://t.co/BqSgJZzl

Earmark Ban Changes Campaign Strategy

rollcall.com — Lawmakers, particularly Republicans, brag about eliminating earmarks as a key victory in the national anti-government spending movement. But now that election season is in full swing, the dearth of parochial projects raises questions about how Beltway big shots can show voters at home they re still attentive to local needs.
John R. Stanton Reporter, Roll Call @bigjohnrc
RT @RollCallAbby Good story from my buddy, @meredithshiner on earmarks, campaigns and Mitch McConnell: http://t.co/DNRlZZVz
Abby Livingston Political Reporter, Roll Call @RollCallAbby
Good story from my buddy, @meredithshiner on earmarks, campaigns and Mitch McConnell: http://t.co/WFt2QbsV

New Jersey: House Leaders, Reality Star Donate to Pascrell

atr.rollcall.com — Two members of House Democratic leadership have donated to Rep. Bill Pascrell in his Member-versus-Member fight against fellow New Jersey Rep. Steven Rothman. Assistant Minority Leader James Clyburn (S.C.) and Democratic Caucus Chairman John Larson (Conn.) have both sent checks to Pascrell, although one of the donations was much more recent than the other.
Abby Livingston Political Reporter, Roll Call @RollCallAbby
Link: http://t.co/oYOpnkw2
Lauren Whittington Politics Editor, Roll Call @l_whittington
Clyburn, Larson & a 'Real Housewives' husband give $ to Bill Pascrell http://t.co/qB5XacVQ #NJ09

Health Care Probe May Ensnare Jim Messina

rollcall.com — Rep. Michael Burgess says he's gotten "stony silence" from the White House since 2009 on his questions into behind-the-scenes health care law deal-making. House Republicans are preparing to unveil results of an investigation into deals the White House made to help pass the health care overhaul, and the findings might saddle Jim Messina, President Barack Obama's campaign manager, with unwanted distractions.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
Health care probe may ensnare Obama's campaign manager http://t.co/d29SVnoy via @j_strong

J.T. Jezierski Connects Congress to Mitt Romney Campaign

rollcall.com — J.T. Jezierski (left), who is presumptive GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney's top staffer for legislative affairs, worked for Rep. David McKinley (right) in 2011. If Mitt Romney wins the presidency, J.T. Jezierski will be the most connected man in the 16 blocks between the White House and Capitol Hill.
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
A miracle no reference to Jezierski knowing "where the bodies are buried" on Capitol Hill in @rollcall story http://t.co/oT98OG50
Kyle Trygstad Politics Reporter, Roll Call @KyleTrygstad
RT @shiratoeplitz: If Romney wins, JT Jezierski will be connected man btwn WH & Cap Hill. My @RollCall profile of him: http://t.co/O6QiweOs
Shira Toeplitz Capitol Hill Reporter @shiratoeplitz
If Romney wins, JT Jezierski will be connected man between WH and Cap Hill. My @RollCall profile of him: http://t.co/oT98OG50

Ohio: Donations to Jim Renacci, Josh Mandel Part of Federal Probe

atr.rollcall.com — By Amanda Becker and Shira Toeplitz The campaigns of Rep. Jim Renacci and state Treasurer Josh Mandel, the GOP nominee for Senate, confirmed today that they are aware the government is investigating contributions they accepted from employees at a direct marketing firm. Spokesmen for the two Ohio Republicans told the Cleveland Plain Dealer on Monday that the U.S.
Amanda Becker Reporter, Roll Call @RollCallAmanda
Govt investigating employee donations to Rep. Renacci and GOP Senate candidate Josh Mandel in Ohio http://t.co/BFXBbVTD

Super PACs Shift Focus to Congressional Races

rollcall.com — Super PACs have jumped feet first into congressional races in recent weeks, the latest public disclosures show, with the conservative groups Club for Growth Action and FreedomWorks for America leading the way.
Adriel Bettelheim Lobbying and Influence Editor, Roll Call @abettel
Latest filings show super PACs are shifting their focus to House and Senate races. http://t.co/KGG6rGUx @ElizaRules

No. 2 Will Be Acting Capitol Police Chief; Search for Successor Will Be Nationwide

rollcall.com — Tom Reynolds, the No. 2 officer with the Capitol Police, will succeed Chief Phillip Morse in an acting capacity when he steps down at the beginning of June, Senate Sergeant-at-Arms Terrance Gainer said Monday.
Emma Dumain Congress Reporter, Roll Call @DumainBlogette
Small scoop from @rollcall: No. 2 will be acting Capitol Police chief; search for successor will be nationwide: http://t.co/j7xXC8x2

Earmark Ban Changes Campaign Strategy

rollcall.com — Lawmakers, particularly Republicans, brag about eliminating earmarks as a key victory in the national anti-government spending movement. But now that election season is in full swing, the dearth of parochial projects raises questions about how Beltway big shots can show voters at home they re still attentive to local needs.
Michael O'Brien Politics Editor, MSNBC.com @mpoindc
Nice piece by @meredithshiner on how the earmark ban in Congress has constrained the usual politicking http://t.co/4sd0RZzR
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
Attn: satellite radio lovers: I'll be on @POTUSPressPool today at 2:30 talking about this: http://t.co/ILmutBIF
Meredith Shiner Congress Reporter, Roll Call @meredithshiner
Is the earmark ban changing campaign politics? Probably. Just ask Mitch McConnell. http://t.co/ILmutBIF

Super PACs Shift Focus to Congressional Races

rollcall.com — Super PACs have jumped feet first into congressional races in recent weeks, the latest public disclosures show, with the conservative groups Club for Growth Action and FreedomWorks for America leading the way.
Eliza Newlin Carney Staff Writer, Roll Call @ElizaRules
Super PAC spending in congressional races is accelerating, with conservative super PACs leading the way: http://t.co/Q0yAbIeT

Super PACs Shift Focus to Congressional Races

rollcall.com — Super PACs have jumped feet first into congressional races in recent weeks, the latest public disclosures show, with the conservative groups Club for Growth Action and FreedomWorks for America leading the way.
Kate Ackley Zeller Reporter, Roll Call @kackleyZ
Good read on Super PACs influencing Congressional races http://t.co/54h9NYMM by @ElizaRules #followthemoney

How Washington Rolls

hoh.rollcall.com — This Thursday marks the start of a very loud weekend in our fair city. In a stellar example of efficiency, the Relay for Recovery - a cross-country motorcycle relay in support of drug treatment courts - will reach courtroom C-10 of the Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia at 11:30 a.m.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Courtroom C-10 will mark the end of the cross-country motorcycle relay, Holder to speak http://t.co/wAzkVlzQ #efficiencyatwork

This Post Is Meh

hoh.rollcall.com — Those apathetic cats at Meh. Romney are running out of time! The group of underwhelmed Mitt Romney supporters would like to bring its lukewarm support of the presumptive GOP presidential nominee to the Republican National Convention in Tampa, Fla. Meh. Romney needs to raise $6,935 to make its dream of large-print apathy messaging come true.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Help @MehRomney? Meh. If you have nothing better to do, we guess you might consider it http://t.co/RhcXdj9U

Whiskey Caucus Stresses Bipartisanship on and off the Field

softball.rollcall.com — A member of the House Softball League, the Whiskey Caucus was started in 2008 by Capitol Hill staffers as a means of social gathering, and the team began playing softball in 2010. At the time of its creation, the club had six members. Today it has more than 100.
Ryan Teague Beckwith Features Editor, Roll Call @ryanbeckwith
RT @CQRCsoftball: "Whiskey Caucus Stresses Bipartisanship on and off the Field" http://t.co/YcqNawaZ

Grassley, Sessions Question Judicial Conference in Hawaii

rollcall.com — With an eye toward saving taxpayer dollars and the recent scandal at the General Services Administration, Republican Sens. Chuck Grassley (Iowa) and Jeff Sessions (Ala.) are questioning the wisdom of a judicial conference scheduled for August in Maui, Hawaii.
Emily Pierce Senate Editor, Roll Call @emilyprollcall
.@ChuckGrassley & @SenatorSessions think they've identified the next government conference scandal - http://t.co/5ly22Lm7 #gsa

NRC Chief Gregory Jaczko Resigns - With a Catch

rollcall.com — The controversial chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission resigned Monday morning - but with an important caveat. Gregory Jaczko, a former aide to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) and opponent of using the Yucca Mountain nuclear waste repository in Nevada, announced he would resign Monday morning but made his resignation effective once the Senate confirms a successor.
Emily Pierce Senate Editor, Roll Call @emilyprollcall
RT @rollcall: Controversial Chairman of Nuclear Regulatory Commission Gregory Jaczko Resigns — With a Catch: http://t.co/KB48DIkZ

Portrait of a Pancake Artist

hoh.rollcall.com — Dan Lacey, the man known as the Pancake Painter, has struggled over the years with his faith and his politics. His recent painting, "Obama Lohan Icelandic Volcano," encapsulates this tension. "That painting was about nature punishing man," Lacey explains. The painting shows the Icelandic volcano Eyjafjallajökull erupting to smother or punish the earth as an act of God.
Neda Semnani Features Writer, Roll Call @Neda_Semnani
Politics, God and Pancakes: Dan Lacey on his career as the political painter of pancakes http://t.co/7FbURPhq