Gov. Perry Fires Assault Rifle, Touts Gun Rights Home > Video > Politics > Political News Texas governor calls defeated gun control bills an ineffective waste of time. Opposition to background checks has caused frustration for some senators. AshleyMadison.com is using a photo of South Carolina's former governor to promote their site. White House Closer to Arming Syrian Rebels? Obama considers nonlethal aid to rebels fighting Aasad, with weapons among the options. President Obama Confident on Immigration Reform The president also admits that he hasn't seen a Senate proposal. Obama 'Couldn't Be Prouder' of Jason Collins President says gay NBA player is "still 7 foot tall and can bang with Shaq." The president warns Americans to be vigilant against lone wolf attacks. Obama Won't Commit to Military Action Against Syria The president says more investigation is needed on chemical weapons reports. Obama Still Wants to Close Guantanamo Bay Facility Prisoners at the detention facility are engaged in a hunger strike to protest lack of trials. President says he is "still relevant" and able to get his agenda through Congress. 'Frank Underwood' to Obama: 'Welcome to Nerd Prom' Kevin Spacey as cut-throat Representative from "House of Cards" opens the White House Correspondent's Dinner.