Fawn Johnson

Fawn Johnson is a correspondent for National Journal.

The 3 Big Hurdles Obama Has to Clear to Pass Immigration Reform

The 3 Big Hurdles Obama Has to Clear to Pass Immigration Reform

Advocates, lobbyists, and wonks are now convinced Congress will try to tackle the issue. But they still know that any bill will have to run a gauntlet. More »

The Infrastructure Cliff: Why the U.S. Desperately Needs a $2.5 Trillion Upgrade

The Infrastructure Cliff: Why the U.S. Desperately Needs a $2.5 Trillion Upgrade

Highways and bridges will need trillions in upgrades if they are to survive for the next few decades. How can Washington budget it if the agenda is all cut, cut, cut? More »

 Why the Aurora Shooting Won't Affect Gun Laws

Why the Aurora Shooting Won't Affect Gun Laws

If the Trayvon Martin and Gabrielle Giffords shootings didn't lead to a policy change, the Colorado tragedy probably won't either. More »

Washington, D.C.: Still a Tough Town for the Ladies

Washington, D.C.: Still a Tough Town for the Ladies

Even after decades of progress, women in the capital say they have to work harder than men to get ahead. In their view, job opportunities are not equal. More »

The Supreme Court Decides (Mostly) Against Arizona in Immigration Case

The Supreme Court Decides (Mostly) Against Arizona in Immigration Case

"Show me your papers" stands, but more consequential provisions -- such as ID requirements and warrantless arrests -- are defeated in today's ruling. More »

Obama Rolls Out a Jobs Plan That Doesn't Need Congress

Obama Rolls Out a Jobs Plan That Doesn't Need Congress

The president has asked federal agencies to find solutions on their own. His message to lawmakers: We can do this without you. More »

Members Call for Toned-Down Rhetoric

Members Call for Toned-Down Rhetoric

In the wake of the Saturday's shooting, some members of Congress blamed the right's heated rhetoric More »

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