Daily Political Wire

George Wenschhof

Clinton For President? - Secretary of State Hillary Clinton continues to say she is not running for president in 2012. However, with President Obama looking vulnerable, a new Bloomberg poll with add to the speculation.

The poll released today shows two-thirds of Americans have a favorable view of Clinton with one-third believing the U.S. would be better off today had she been president. Bloomberg.com has more here.

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Only 12% Approve of Congress Handling of the Issues - the latest poll by The New York Times/CBS News ties the lowest approval rating Congress has received. The NY Times has more here.

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Senate Passes FEMA, FAA, Highway Funding Bills - clearing the deck for a vote on The American Jobs Act. FAA receives funding through January 2012, and federal highway funding through March 2012. These bills are ready for the president's signature. TheHill.com has more here.

FEMA funding amount differs in Senate and House bills so reconciliation is needed.

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Oregon 1st District Next Special Election - to replace Democrat David Wu who resigned after erratic behavior. This is another solid Democratic voter registration district but after Republicans won the NY special election, it is not being taken for granted. The special election will be held January 31, 2012. RollCall.com has more here.

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More on The Solyndra Scandal - the 535 million government investment gone bad has many looking into what led up to the approval of funds to the company. Politico.com has their take here.

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Libyan Forces Move Against Last Two Gaddafi Strongholds - Assaults on Bani Walid and Sirte take place after the leaders of France and Britain visited Tripoli and pledged continued aid to the transitional government. Reuters.com has more here.

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