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Sebelius on Health Care; Albright, Berger on Iran, North Korea
June 26 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius talks with Bloomberg's Al Hunt about proposals to overhaul the U.S. health-care system. Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and former National Security Adviser Sandy Berger discuss the Middle East and North Korea.
Boehner Discusses Iran; U.S. Financial, Healthcare Reforms
June 19 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. House Republican Leader John Boehner talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about the Iranian presidential election and President Barack Obama's proposed financial and health-care reforms. Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman and Hans Nichols report on financial re-regulation and Obama's response to developments in Iran. Heidi Przybyla, Kate O'Beirne and Margaret Carlson review congressional debate of the health-care overhaul.
Lieberman Says Obama's Blocking of Photos Protects Troops
June 12 (Bloomberg) -- Senator Joseph Lieberman, an independent from Connecticut, talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about President Barack Obama's decision to classify photos of U.S. military personnel abusing detainees. Bloomberg's Lizzie O'Leary and Christine Harper report on proposals for regulating U.S. financial markets and executive pay. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss Sonia Sotomayor's Supreme Court confirmation process.
Lugar Calls Obama's Cairo Speech `Signal Achievement'
June 5 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senator Richard Lugar talks to Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about President Barack Obama's address to the Muslim world, North Korea's next leader and the nomination of Sonia Sotomayor to the U.S. Supreme Court. Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman and Mike Tackett report on Obama's address. Bloomberg's Robert Hutton reports on U.K. Prime Minister Gordon Brown's political problems. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss Obama's health-care proposals.
Zoellick Says Global Unemployment Will Continue to Increase
May 29 (Bloomberg) -- World Bank president Robert Zoellick talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about potential social unrest prompted by unemployment. Bloomberg's Doron Levin and Lizzie O'Leary report on General Motors Corp.'s bankruptcy filing. Bloomberg's Greg Stohr reports on Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor's judicial record.
Geithner Calls for Change in Wall Street Pay Practices
May 22 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about changes in compensation practices at Wall Street companies, financial regulation and the U.S. economy. Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman reports on new federal regulations for auto emissions. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss the debate between President Barack Obama and former Vice President Dick Cheney over national security.
Bair Sees Some Bank Chiefs Being Replaced in Months
May 15 (Bloomberg) -- Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Chairman Sheila Bair talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about the U.S. banking crisis and the future of bank executives. Council on Foreign Relations President Richard Haass discusses his new book, ``War of Necessity, War of Choice.'' Hans Nichols reports on the Clinton administration's role in the financial crisis. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss CIA torture memos.
Senator Kyl Warns Administration Against Firing Bank CEOs
May 8 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senate Republican Jon Kyl of Arizona talks to Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about the possibility the Obama administration will change the management of banks receiving government assistance. Bloomberg's Craig Torres and Lizzie O'Leary discuss bank stress tests. Indira Lakshmanan comments on U.S. talks with Pakistan and Afghanistan. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne talk about President Barack Obama's choices for a Supreme Court nominee.
SEC's Schapiro Seeks Rulemaking Power Over Hedge Funds
May 1 (Bloomberg) -- Mary Schapiro, chairwoman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about hedge funds. Rich Miller and Hans Nichols report on Chrysler LLC's bankruptcy filing and the swine flu outbreak. Greg Stohr reports on U.S. Supreme Court Justice David Souter's retirement. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss Senator Arlen Specter's move to the Democratic Party.
Waxman Says Climate Bill Can't Compromise on Carbon Cap
April 17 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Representative Henry Waxman, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about legislation to create a market for trading carbon emissions. Bloomberg's Christine Harper and Lizzie O'Leary report on bank earnings. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss the anti-tax ``tea parties.''
Senator Levin Praises Gates for Stand on Pentagon Spending
April 10 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senator Carl Levin, a Democrat from Michigan and chairman of the Armed Services Committee, talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates's plan to redirect military spending to unconventional combat in Afghanistan. Bloomberg's Hans Nichols reports on President Obama's trip to Mexico and U.S. relations with Cuba. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss Obama's diplomatic efforts and the U.S. Senate race in Minnesota.
Webb Says North Korea Launch Won't Cause Standoff
April 3 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senator Jim Webb, a Virginia Democrat and chairman of a Senate subcommittee on East Asian and Pacific affairs, talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about the potential a missile launch by North Korea could lead to an international confrontation. Bloomberg's Richard Miller and Doron Levin talk about the outlook for the U.S. economy and automakers. Hans Nichols reports on President Barack Obama's trip to Europe.
Orszag Says Republicans Are Party of `No Detail'
March 27 (Bloomberg) -- White House Budget Director Peter Orszag talks with Bloomberg's Albert Hunt about the Obama administration's $3.6 trillion budget request to Congress. U.S. Representative Paul Ryan discusses the Republican party's alternative to the president's spending plan. Bloomberg's Lizzie O'Leary reports on the administration's plan to contend with toxic assets on bank balance sheets and overhaul financial regulation.
GM, Chrysler May Need More Aid, Rattner Says
March 20 (Bloomberg) -- Steven Rattner, chief adviser to the U.S. Treasury's auto task force, talks with Bloomberg's Al Hunt about government aid to General Motors Corp. and Chrysler LLC. Bloomberg's Rich Miller discusses the Federal Reserve's plan to buy $1.15 trillion in Treasuries and mortgage debt. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne review the controversy over employee bonuses at American International Group Inc. Sports broadcaster Billy Packer talks about the NCAA basketball tournament.
Bradley Says Obama Needs Balance, Backs Volcker
March 13 (Bloomberg) -- Former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Bill Bradley talks with Bloomberg's Albert R. Hunt about the Obama administration's economic policy and response to the financial crisis. Bloomberg's Christine Harper and Lizzie O'Leary report on the G-20 meeting in England. Mike Tackett reports on surveys showing President Barack Obama is more popular than his policies. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss the Republican Party's search for leadership.
Kerry Says Diplomacy Can Work With Iranian, Russian Relations
March 6 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senator John Kerry, a Massachusetts Democrat, talks with Bloomberg's Albert R. Hunt about U.S. foreign relations. Bloomberg's Hans Nichols and Rich Miller discuss U.S. financial crisis. Bloomberg's Margaret Carlson and Kevin Hassett discuss the Obama administration's comments on Rush Limbaugh and Rick Santelli.
McCain Discusses Iraq, Afghanistan Obama's Policies
Feb. 27 (Bloomberg) -- U.S. Senator John McCain talks with Bloomberg's Albert R. Hunt about President Barack Obama's plan to drawdown troops in Iraq and U.S. policy in Afghanistan. Bloomberg's Julianna Goldman and Lizzie O'Leary review congressional reaction to the 2010 budget plan. Ellen Pinchuk talks about the economic downturn and mounting political pressure in Eastern European. Margaret Carlson and Kate O'Beirne discuss Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal and the Republican Party.

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