The Hill Articles: December 9, 2008

Illinois seat scandal roils Congress Clues to identity of candidates #1-6 Republicans hail swing of the pendulum State Dems look to set up election House Dems Say Auto Rescue is Near Obama adviser: ‘I was mistaken’ Auto package inches along as Dems struggle for support Dems, GOP resume battle over Fannie’s, Freddie’s role in crisis Senators push to repeal inauguration liquor sale extension Ehlers stepping down after 14 years on House Administration 2009 is not 1933 Republicans must prepare for the future, not rewrite the past A scandal explodes Weyant’s World: December 10, 2008 Detroit’s long contribution to global economic growth Fossella may be testing waters for post-conviction comeback Texas GOPers need their ‘Howdy!’ back What the heck happened in Indiana? DAY’S END ROUNDUP Next Medicare chief faces big challenges Business coalition gets victory, eyes more on new rule Claybrook steps down at Public Citizen group Lobbying World GOP’s cold comfort Obama’s stimulus plan won’t stimulate Holiday eating: how to graze without the gain 20 Questions with Frank Mankiewicz Ethics committee expands Rangel probe Chef 101 With Victor Albisu of BLT Steak Health Watch Guide to giving the perfect present Celebrate in Washington, D.C. Festive D.C. hidden treasures Seasoned tours A Musical Washington Christmas Change to Win: Blagojevich Never Approached Us Meek will compete for Becerra post Congress members’ traditions The Hill’s favorite recipes Winter Dining Lighting of the National Tree Best places to ring in the new year Home Builders trade group announce cuts RNC: Obama’s statement on Blagojevich ‘insufficient’ RNC: Obama’s Remarks on Blago Aren’t Enough Reid: No Blagojevich Role in Picking Obama Successor Gen. Shinseki Will Be a Veteran’s Veteran (Rep. Joe Sestak) Illinois House to consider special election Blagojevich Out on Bail Marist Poll: Kennedy, Cuomo Co-Favorites for Senate Obama: ‘No contact’ with Blagojevich Obama: No Contact With Blagojevich Over Seat Illinois Lt. Gov. Asks Blagojevich to Step Aside Durbin to try again with bankruptcy bill King considers N.Y. Senate bid GOP Governors Call for Blagojevich Resignation Reid Threatens Weekend Work in Press for Bailout Time’s Up for Robert Mugabe (Sen. Russ Feingold) Speaking Too Soon THE BIG QUESTION — Dec. 9 Kennedy Confidant: Caroline Would Decline Seat Feds: Blagojevich arrested in ‘crime spree’ NY Dems Prefer Kennedy to Replace Clinton Illinois lawmakers distance themselves from probe Durbin: Hold Special Election to Replace Obama Durbin calls for special Senate election Reid predicts auto vote as early as Tuesday Rep. Peter King ‘Seriously Considering’ Senate Run Blago on Monday: Nothing But Sunshine Over Me Bunning Vulnerable to 2010 Challenge? Coleman Pulls Challenges Ahead of Friday Showdown Poll: Republicans, Independents Oppose Auto Bailout Appt. process thrown into disarray by Gov.’s arrest Fitzgerald: Blagojevich Extorted Tribune over Wrigley U.S. Atty.: Conduct Would Make Lincoln Roll in Grave Claybrook steps down at Public Citizen Complaint points to clash over Obama adviser White House: Autos deal ‘possible’ Tuesday Reid Meeting with Holder, Geithner Today MIDDAY ROUNDUP Craig Disappointed with Appeal Denial Sen. Craig denied appeal DoJ Release Lays Out Blago Investigation Narrative DoJ: Blagojevich Considered Senate Seat for Himself Fool Me Once … Rule Change Keeps Gun Law Consistent (Sen. Mike Crapo) Obama Shifts Schedule Following Gov’s Arrest Born in Texas — Rick Perry’s Opportunity GOP ties Obama to arrested Ill. governor Blagojevich Dropped 18 F-bombs in Complaint Department of Interior Should Be Applauded for Preserving Second Amendment Rights (Sen. Mike Enzi) 78-Page Complaint Against Blagojevich Revealed All Options Should Be on the Table to Assist Automobile Industry (Rep Donald Manzullo) Time for Cooperation in Detroit (Rep Ron Klein) Daily Kos Townhall.com Blagojevich detained in Obama Senate seat probe TalkingPointsMemo Power Line Firedoglake Drudge Report The Huffington Post The Corner Americans Express Approval of Obama’s Transition MyDD RedState MORNING READ Turkey Slaughtered Beside Palin Bought on eBay From the Richmond (Va.) Times-Dispatch — Originally published Tuesday, Dec. 9 From the Bangor (Maine) Daily News — Originally published Tuesday, Dec. 9 Obama Seems to Get It And the Meek Shall Inherit the Earth