So president-elect Barack Obama wants to make the deployment of broadband Internet networks part of a sweeping stimulus package that he hopes would create new jobs, update the nation’s hospitals, schools and other facilities, and lift the United States out of recession.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. budget deficit will swell to a record $1.186 trillion in fiscal 2009 as the global recession saps the economy, congressional forecasters said on Wednesday, presenting a daunting challenge to President-elect Barack Obama who has said tough choices will be necessary.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President-elect Barack Obama should seek tougher sanctions against Iran, which will be his biggest Middle East challenge, outgoing White House national security adviser Stephen Hadley said on Wednesday.

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Gay rights group advocates for commerce pick Boston Globe, United States - 14 hours ago A Boston-based advocacy group hopes the third time's the charm in getting an openly gay person in President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet. … Richardson withdrawl raises hopes of gay nominee for Obama's top team PinkNews.co.uk Let President-Elect Obama Stay in His Own Lane Huffington Post all 4 news articles

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President-elect Barack Obama has chosen former White House chief of staff Leon Panetta to lead the CIA, which has been widely criticized for harsh interrogation of terrorism suspects, Democratic officials said on Monday.

Local Gay and Lesbian Band to March in Inaugural Parade MSNBC - Jan 3, 2009 By Scott Brodbeck A gay and lesbian marching band from Washington has accepted an invitation to march in President-elect Barack Obama's inaugural parade on … Chicago’s Lakeside Pride Music Ensembles members to perform in … ChicagoPride.com all 2 news articles

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President-elect Barack Obama, seeking to drum up support from both political parties, plans to propose up to $310 billion in tax cuts for businesses and the middle class as part of his massive economic stimulus package, senior Democratic aides said on Sunday.

CHICAGO (Reuters) - President-elect Barack Obama stumbled in his quest for a smooth transition on Sunday when New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson withdrew as his nominee for commerce secretary in the face of a legal inquiry.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said on Sunday that “legal authority” exists under the Constitution to bar embattled Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s pick to fill President-elect Barack Obama’s vacant Senate seat, but added there is also room to negotiate.

Local Gay and Lesbian Band to March in Inaugural Parade MSNBC - 12 hours ago By Scott Brodbeck A gay and lesbian marching band from Washington has accepted an invitation to march in President-elect Barack Obama's inaugural parade on …

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