Chris Frates

Chris Frates is a correspondent (lobbying) for National Journal.

Is Gun Control Almost Finished, or Is It Barely Getting Started?

Is Gun Control Almost Finished, or Is It Barely Getting Started?

Advocates felt optimistic last week after a bipartisan deal on background checks. Now reality is starting to set back in. More »

The Secret Republican Plan to Repeal Obamacare

The Secret Republican Plan to Repeal Obamacare

Think the war was over when the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the law? Mitch McConnell isn't ready to give up that easily. More »

Little Progress as Senate Fiscal-Cliff Negotiations Stretch Late Sunday

Little Progress as Senate Fiscal-Cliff Negotiations Stretch Late Sunday

Despite Mitch McConnell asking Vice President Biden to intervene, the two sides have failed to reach a deal so far. More »

Why a Fiscal-Cliff Deal Is Still Possible

Why a Fiscal-Cliff Deal Is Still Possible

With the failure of Plan B, Act II of the fiscal-cliff drama has come to a close. But Act III was always going to be where the real action was. More »

Boehner Sends Republican Fiscal-Cliff Counterproposal to Obama

Boehner Sends Republican Fiscal-Cliff Counterproposal to Obama

The GOP offers $800 billion in new revenue, but continues to oppose tax-rate increases. More »

Representing a New Libya on K Street

Representing a New Libya on K Street

Lobbying and PR firms in the U.S. are anxious to build ties with the rebels in Tripoli, as others try to distance themselves from Qaddafi More »

Lobbying Shops Are Making Good Money

Lobbying Shops Are Making Good Money

Washington's top firms are finding new ways to rake in cash, although their public disclosures show a slowing down of traditional work More »

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Photos of Tornado Damage in Moore, Oklahoma

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