ABC News Video: Politics

Political Bombshell: Palin Resigns

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:10:34 -0400

Alaska Governor announces she'll step down two years before her term ends.

President Obama Cites Agenda in Holiday Address

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:36:20 -0400

President Barack Obama urges nation to persevere, seeks support for initiatives.

Sarah Palin Resigning as Governor

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:41:02 -0400

Alaska governor says she'll step down in coming weeks.

Biden in Iraq: 'This is the Moment'

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:01:54 -0400

Vice president talks to George Stephanopoulos and other reporters on his C-17.

Obama Stresses Green Jobs After Grim Economic News

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 15:57:42 -0400

After meeting with energy CEOs, Obama talks job numbers and energy bill.

Part I: Obama on Unemployment and His Upcoming Russia Trip

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:26:01 -0400

The president discusses the economy, foreign policy and GITMO.

Exclusive ABC News Interview with NSA Gen. Jones

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:47:26 -0400

Jones discusses the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq; and Afghanistan.

ABC Exclusive Interview with NSA Gen. Jim Jones

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:45:38 -0400

Jones is optimistic about the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq.

Obama Hugs Cancer Patient During Forum

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:35:17 -0400

President vows to increase efficiency and accessibility to health care system.

Franken Holds Rally to Celebrate Victory

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:00:14 -0400

Democrat Al Franken celebrates his win over former Sen. Norm Coleman.

'The Note': Sweet 60

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:16:59 -0400

The president heads to Virginia for a town hall on health care.

Palin Wants Another Run at Obama

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:46:10 -0400

Alaska governor challenges the president to a foot race.

Al Franken Gives Victory Speech

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 19:44:13 -0400

The comedian-turned-senator celebrated his victory after court ruling.

Norm Coleman's Concession Speech

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:09:00 -0400

Former Sen. Coleman congratulates now-Sen. Al Franken as MN senate winner.

Obama Marks Iraq Milestone Amid Violence

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:07:14 -0400

The president says some will test Iraqi security, but "those forces will fail."

'The Note': Time to Regroup

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:57:57 -0400

The White House says the Sonia Sotomayor confirmation is safe.

Top Commander in Iraq Gets Testy About Withdrawal

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:09:31 -0400

Reporters ask top U.S. Cmdr Gen. Odierno how many US forces will remain in Iraq.

Obama to LGBTs: 'Welcome to Your White House'

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:28:23 -0400

Obama outlines the progress he and LGBT members have made for gay rights.

Hillary: 'Don't Break Your Elbow'

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:18:07 -0400

In a cast, Clinton briefed press on U.S. troops' withdrawal from Iraq.

Obama Hails Energy Bill Passage

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:34:39 -0400

Obama and Energy Sec Chu applauds House passage of the energy-climate bill.

'The Note': Obama's Church Search

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:45:24 -0400

ABC's Sunlen Miller on the first family's search for a church.

Sanford's Mistress Revealed

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:10:51 -0400

Gov. Sanford's mystery mistress has been identified by Argentinean journalists.

Obama Weekly Address

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 07:21:56 -0400

President Barack Obama speaks to the nation.

Obama Remembers Michael Jackson

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:07:59 -0400

Gibbs says Obama reflects on the star, keeping in mind his "tragic" life too.

Congress Pauses to Remember Michael Jackson

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 12:32:42 -0400

Members of Congress pay tribute to pop icon Michael Jackson on the House floor.

Pay Back: Reporters Dunk Robert Gibbs

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:59:31 -0400

White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs gets dunked by reporters before luau.

Obamas Throw White House Luau

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:31:38 -0400

Congress and family party Hawaiian-style at the White House.

Michelle Obama Hula Dances

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:46:18 -0400

Michelle previews White House luau by jokingly doing the hula.

Obama Calls on Congress to Pass Energy Bill

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:20:07 -0400

Obama pushes for progress on energy: "Make no mistake, this is a jobs bill."

Obama Poised to Reform Financial Regulation

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:37:22 -0400

Secy. Geithner says Obama is moving forward on new consumer protection agency.

Sens. Play Good Cop Bad Cop on Iran

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:47:46 -0400

Political allies McCain and Graham reveal difference in tenor on Iran, Obama.

'The Note': Health Care, Immigration... Luaus?

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:09:05 -0400

The president takes on immigration and a White House luau post health care forum

Coming Clean: Politicians Apologize

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:33:55 -0400

Gov. Mark Sanford joins a long list of cheating politicians.

GOP Responds to Obama's Health Care Plan

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:13:27 -0400

Republican Rep. Paul Ryan's perspective on the president's health forum.

Ex-Chief of Staff Defends Gov. Mark Sanford

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:21:51 -0400

Sanford's former chief of staff Tom Davis says the governor should not resign.

S.C. Governor Admits Affair

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:15:11 -0400

Mark Sanford, devout Christian and conservative, apologizes to wife and kids.

Obama: U.S. Spends More for Less on Health

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:52:21 -0400

During ABC forum, skeptical questioner asks about high cost of Obama's vision.

Obama: Why Gov't Should Get Involved in Health Care

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:33:16 -0400

Obama says government should create the right initiative for businesses.

Obama: Americans Believe It's Time for Change

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:06:32 -0400

Obama: Americans living with "the devil they know" vs. the "devil they don't."

Obama's 'Uniquely American' Health Care Plan

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:57:31 -0400

Obama on how to drive down health care costs while providing adequate coverage.

Governors Meet with Obama

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:57:24 -0400

Obama meets with governors to discuss health care.

Obama on Health Care: 'We Can Get It Done'

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:14:58 -0400

President Obama outlines the financials behind his health care reform plan.

Exclusive: Obama Sits Down With Sawyer

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 17:50:42 -0400

Obama tells Diane Sawyer he believes Americans share his urgency on health care.

RNC Blasts Obama in New TV Ad

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:31:58 -0400

RNC slams the president's health care reform plan in a new ad set to air on TV.

Parsing Obama's Health Care Promise

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:36:23 -0400

ABC's Jake Tapper decodes the president's health care initiative.

Obama Steps Up Rhetoric on Iran

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:21:09 -0400

The president says he's "appalled and outraged" by the situation in Iran.

Obama '95 Percent Cured' of Smoking Habit

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:55:49 -0400

The president addresses his personal connection with the anti-smoking law.

Planted Iran Question to Obama?

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:40:51 -0400

President Obama calls on HuffPost during newser for question about Iran.

The Bottom Line on Biden's Visit to Iraq

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:42:19 -0400

George Stephanopoulos talks about the vice president's unannounced tour.

George's Bottom Line on GOP's Week

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:11:32 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses Sanford's scandal and GOP's leadership crisis.

The Bottom Line on Gov. Sanford

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:05:09 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses the political repercussions of the scandal.

George's Bottom Line on Health Care

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 09:31:24 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses House Democrats' 850-page draft of reform bill.

Bottom Line on Health Care

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 09:33:09 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses Obama's health care reform plan.

Bottom Line on North Korea

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 08:53:05 -0400

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on the government's diplomatic strategy.

Bottom Line on Obama's Muslim Outreach

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 07:49:45 -0400

George Stephanopoulos analyzes the reaction to the president's Mideast trip.

George's Bottom Line on Sotomayor

Sun, 31 May 2009 09:39:17 -0400

White House defends Sotomayor pick as she faces scrutiny for 2001 comments.

Bottom Line on Supreme Court Nominees

Tue, 26 May 2009 11:05:44 -0400

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on the potential high court picks.

The Bottom Line on Terrorism

Thu, 21 May 2009 08:18:44 -0400

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on President Obama and Cheney's differing views.

George's Bottom Line: Obama Flip-Flops?

Sun, 17 May 2009 09:02:05 -0400

Has President Obama flip-flopped on national security matters?

Bottom Line on Photo Release Reversal

Thu, 14 May 2009 08:50:15 -0400

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on Obama's decision not to release abuse pics.

Bottom Line on Obama's Health Care Plan

Mon, 11 May 2009 08:35:03 -0400

George Stephanopoulos analyzes the potential roadblocks facing the president.

George on Specter, Souter

Sun, 03 May 2009 09:04:47 -0400

George looks at party switch and Obama's possible pick for Souter's seat.

The Bottom Line on Souter's Retirement

Fri, 01 May 2009 08:35:52 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses possible replacements for Supreme Court justice.

George's Bottom Line: Obama's 100 Days

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 14:51:25 -0400

George looks at Obama's first 100 days, previews interview with Iran president.

The Bottom Line on Torture Memos

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 08:19:53 -0400

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on Bush administration interrogation tactics.

George: Obamas' Easter Service

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 10:34:31 -0400

ABC's George Stephanopoulos breaks down the politics of worship.

Obama's World Tour

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 09:19:30 -0400

The bottom line on president's overseas journey.

Bottom Line on Obama's Overseas Trip

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 09:46:41 -0400

George Stephanopoulos rates the president's success at the G-20 summit.

George's Bottom Line on G20

Sun, 29 Mar 2009 09:38:58 -0400

George Stephanopoulos breaks down the bank plan and G20 summit.

The Bottom Line on Obama's Address

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 09:29:26 -0400

George Stephanopoulos grades the president's economic recovery strategy.

George on the Bank Plan

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 09:25:21 -0400

George Stephanopoulos on the debate over the government's forthcoming bank plan.

George's Bottom Line on AIG

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:56:55 -0400

George Stephanopoulos discusses the outrage in Congress over executive bonuses.

Geithner Presses Banks to Go 'Extra Mile'

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:00:45 -0400

Treasury secretary asks banks to follow "new reporting requirements on small bus

George Looks at AIG Bonuses

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 09:16:15 -0400

George Stephanopoulos breaks down outrage over AIG.

George's Bottom Line on Bank Plan

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 08:45:13 -0400

George Stephanopoulos zeroes in on Tim Geithner and the G-20 summit.

George on Economic Shock

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 09:55:31 -0400

Is the government doing enough to help?

Bottom Line on Obama Budget Battle

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 10:12:19 -0500

George Stephanopoulos breaks down Obama's ambitious agenda.

The Bottom Line on Citigroup

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:01:14 -0500

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on the government's stake in the bank.

The Bottom Line on Obama's Speech

Wed, 25 Feb 2009 09:20:59 -0500

George Stephanopoulos critiques the president's address before Congress.

Bottom Line on Stimulus Agreement

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:05:54 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses the deal reached by lawmakers.

The Bottom Line on Bipartisanship

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:43:52 -0500

George Stephanopoulos weighs in on where the stimulus package stands.

The Bottom Line on Obama's Cabinet

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 13:01:21 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses what effect the nominee problems will have.

The Bottom Line on the Stimulus Package

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:44:45 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses the future of the proposed package.

GOP Sens. Sound Off on Stimulus

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:40:11 -0500

Republican senators reject Obama and Pelosi's "we won" argument.

The Bottom Line on the Economy

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 14:46:45 -0500

President Barack Obama has some tough economic fights in store.

Bottom Line on Caroline

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:55:24 -0500

George Stephanopoulos on Kennedy's dropout and Obama's second oath.

The Bottom Line: Day One

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 14:56:30 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses how Barack Obama will handle his first day.

George on Inauguration Day

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 09:42:06 -0500

George Stephanopoulos discusses the president-elect's last-minute preparations.

Prospects of Economic Recovery

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:50:48 -0400

Jared Bernstein, Biden's economic policy adviser, discusses new employment #s.

Palin, Sanford and the Stimulus

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:13:02 -0400

Politico's Jonathan Martin on Sarah Palin, Mark Sanford and stimulus spin.

U.S. Withdrawal From Iraq: Good Move?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:36:45 -0400

Third Way policy fellow and Iraqi War vet Jonathan Morgenstein gives his take.

Biden, Franken, Sanford and Palin

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:18:44 -0400

Newsweek's Holly Bailey on Biden's portfolio, Franken, Sanford and Palin.

Can LGBTs Trust Obama?

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:53:39 -0400

Jarrett Barrios, incoming president of GLAAD, says he's hopeful.

Sarah Palin Vanity Fair Article and ObamaCare

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:42:41 -0400

GOP strategist Kevin Madden discusses Palin and ObamaCare.

Energy Bill, Health Care and Sotomayor

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:54:38 -0400

GOP and Dem strategists Ron Bonjean and Tracy Sefl take on today's issues.

Gay Rights, Energy, Health Care and Sanford

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:39:43 -0400

Salon.com?s Mike Madden examines today?s political potpourri.

Political Fallout From MJ's Death?

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:36:10 -0400

ABC's Rick Klein and David Chalian rewind the week in politics on "Top Line."

ObamaCare: How Will it Be Paid For?

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:59:13 -0400

White House Deputy Press Secretary Bill Burton discusses.

Health Care and 2010 Senate Race

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:27:13 -0400

Rep. Roy Blunt, republican from Missouri, talks about his bid for the Senate.

Independent Senator Defends Obama's Health Plan

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:31:51 -0400

Bernie Sanders, independent from Vermont, says more options is a good idea.

Gov. Sanford's Vacay and Health Care

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:26:02 -0400

Ana Marie Cox breaks down today's political news.

Texas Republican Talks Health Care and the Economy

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:21:34 -0400

Rep. Jeb Hensarling on economic reform.

GOP Strategist on the Latest Political Headlines

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:13:42 -0400

Kevin Madden on Obama's approval ratings and Gov. Sanford's time-out.

The Battle of the Public Option

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:10:17 -0400

Ralph Neas, National Coalition on Health Care CEO, discusses health care reform.

Latest Political Headlines

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:16:50 -0400

Time Magazine's Karen Tumulty discusses the political news of the day.

Is Public Option Best Policy for Americans?

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:59:11 -0400

Rep. Rush Holt, D-N.J., goes on the record to defend Obama's health care agenda.

Today's Hot Political Topics

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:44:10 -0400

Jeff Zeleny from the N.Y. Times talks about whether Obama is succeeding.

Health Care Bipartisanship: Hopeless?

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:39:03 -0400

The New Republic's Jonathan Cohn says right now, it doesn?t look good.

Health Care, Iran, and Same-Sex Politics Today

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 14:18:11 -0400

Politico's Jonathan Martin discusses the hot political news of day.

Senate Health Care Legislation Cost?

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:32:13 -0400

Tennessee GOP Sen. Lamar Alexander discusses the CBO report.

War Supplemental Funding and Same-Sex Unions

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:34:34 -0400

Jane Hamsher, founder FireDogLake.com gives the liberal POV.

Why a Public Option is Bad for Health Care

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:11:31 -0400

Rick Scott from Conservatives for Patients' Rights explains.

GOP View on Reforming Health Care and Iran

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:02:32 -0400

Political Strategist Kevin Madden's take from the Republican point of view.

Iran Elections 2009: What's Next?

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:19:10 -0400

Analyzing Iran's presidential election with Brookings' Michael O'Hanlon.

Reforming Health Care

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:16:28 -0400

Health Care Debate with Washington Post's Ezra Klein.

Can Palin Make a Comeback?

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:09:30 -0400

Reporter Margaret Carlson says Palin playing to GOP base by keeping feud alive.

Bombshell in Iran?

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:48:01 -0400

Rick Klein and David Chalian discuss the political hot topics on "Top Line."

Grassley: Public Plan 'Road to Denial'

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:55:57 -0400

Republicans against 'public option,' says top Republican on Finance Committee.

Will Health Care Reform Happen this Year?

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:39:52 -0400

Politico's Jonathan Martin talks about health care reform and Va. politics.

Health Care Reform and 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:32:10 -0400

Ana Marie Cox talks about health care reform and 'don't ask, don't tell.'

Va. Gubernatorial Politics

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:32:23 -0400

Ana Marie Cox continues with Va. gubernatorial politics.

GITMO Politics and Health Care Reform

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:38:00 -0400

Rep Tom Price: GITMO detainee should not come to US.

Sarah Palin and Election Day in Virginia

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 16:30:27 -0400

GOP Strategist Kevin Madden on the political news of the day.

Moving the Public Plan Forward

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:19:41 -0400

Health Care for America Now's Richard Kirsch defends a public health care plan.

Obama's Diplomatic Tour

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:52:47 -0400

Washington Times' Christina Bellatoni covered Obama's trip; here's her debrief.

Is Sotomayor Obama's Biggest Challenge?

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:48:01 -0400

Strategists Karen Finney and Alex Conant discuss SCOTUS and Obama's speech.

Today's Hot Political Topics

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 15:48:26 -0400

ABC's Jonathan Karl's insight on Sotomayor, health care and Obama in Egypt.

Obama's Address to Muslim World

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 16:05:53 -0400

James Zogby analyzes the president's outreach to the Muslim world.

Today's Political Analysis

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:54:44 -0400

Politico's Jonathan Martin on today's hot political topics.

Will Obama Tax Health Care Benefits?

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:18:11 -0400

Congressman McCarthy on healthcare reform, Nancy Pelosi and Obama's ME trip.

Today's Hot Political Topics

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:01:41 -0400

Air America's Ana Marie Cox parses political news of day.

Rep. Chris Van Hollen, Dem. Congressional Campaign Committee Chair, on upcoming agenda.

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:04:50 -0400

Rep. Chris Van Hollen, Dem. Congressional Campaign Chair, on upcoming agenda.

Complete 'Prescription for America' Forum

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:51:14 -0400

President Obama discusses designing a "uniquely American" health care plan.

Prescription for America: Part 2

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:25:09 -0400

President fields questions on health care reform from experts and citizens.

Prescription for America: Part 3

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:29:33 -0400

Forum discusses care for the elderly, especially end of life care.

Prescription for America: Part 4

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:23:36 -0400

How much government is too much government?

Prescription for America: Part 5

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:16:58 -0400

President Obama says "we need to keep our eyes on the prize."

Obama Tackles Questions on Health Care

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 12:02:58 -0400

A special edition of "Nightline" from inside the White House.

Obama's Prescription for America

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 01:01:13 -0400

Can President Obama fix America's broken health care system?

Tough Questions in an Exclusive Debate

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:32:21 -0400

Tough questions and answers as Americans put the president to the test.