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Republicans' consolidation of power in state capitols is likely to expand the number of states that employ a far more limited, free-market-oriented approach to implementing the nation's new health-care law than the robust regulatory model favored by its supporters.

President Barack Obama says the political cost of overhauling the health care system turned out to be higher than he had expected. And he admits that he gets discouraged at times when dealing with the economy.

The Republican in line to lead the House budget committee says the GOP needs a "better Senate" and President Barack Obama out of office before they can fully scrap Democrats' health care law.

The Senate's Republican leader says congressional lawmakers can and should vote to repeal President Barack Obama's health care law, repeatedly if necessary.

As Republicans gain control of the House, John Boehner makes clear the direction he plans to take.

Republicans are well-positioned to pick up a substantial number of governor's seats in this year's election, with potentially far-reaching effects on issues like implementation of the new health care law ...

As reforms begin to take effect, state workers face mammoth task of implementing the new law.

Republicans are promising to repeal and replace President Barack Obama's health care overhaul if they win control of Congress. But with what?

Missouri voters overwhelmingly reject a key provision of President Obama's health care law, sending a clear message of discontent to Washington and Democrats less than 100 days before the midterm elections.Newcomer Wins GOP Nod for Mich. GovSen.

President Barack Obama said Saturday that millions of Americans already are reaping benefits from the new health care law, including tax breaks for some small businesses and help for families with young adults.