The Hill Articles: April 16, 2010

Senators blast lax role of regulator in bank collapse Harkin calls for tax on financial transactions Hedge fund manager in Goldman Sachs case is major Democratic donor Bank of America posts large first quarter gain Hoyer: House would ‘address’ immigration if Senate acts first Report: Massa gave chief of staff $40K after saying he would step down Lincoln unveils tough derivatives regulation bill DAY’S END ROUNDUP Dems to get strong challenger for ailing Sen. Isakson Bipartisan tax plan could create millions of jobs, report says Crist doesn’t rule out independent bid Obama presses business leaders to lobby for climate-change legislation Anti-BCS group upset with bowl’s donation to Hayworth Baucus announces hearings on bank tax Friday tech roundup: ACTA due next week, Apple moves up Police: No evidence yet that beating of Jindal aide was political Republicans attack judicial nominee’s writings, experience Trumka throws up at White House Anti-Murtha website stays up during Pennsylvania special election Fiscal hawks urge Congress not to skip budget resolution CBC recalls email saying it will ‘hose’ EPA administrator Lisa Jackson Goldman Sachs fraud charges anger Americans, humiliate Republicans and put Tea Party leaders to the test Science group: Icelandic volcano won’t ‘significantly affect’ the climate Safety on DC Metro subject of congressional hearing next week Trumka gets sick at White House Stemming growth in government (Rep. Randy Forbes) Senate Dems say Goldman charges make case for financial reform bill Romney endorses Rubio for Senate NASA budget takes center stage again next week Obama talks Afghan government reform with advisers Both Dems trailing the GOP in Kentucky Senate money race Lawmakers examining options on carried interest offset Google, Intel, others posting uptick in profits in Q1 GOP unites, urges Reid to reopen bipartisan talks on Wall Street bill Senate Republicans united against financial regulatory reform bill Frayed nerves with White House press corps Obama warns he will veto reform without tight derivative controls Republicans united in opposition to financial reform bill Dems splitting vote in Hawaii special election Republicans seek to tie Obama to Goldman Pelosi stops short of pledging new mine safety legislation Clinton finds common ground with OKC bombing, current anti-government fervor Florida Dems tweet Obama appearance Capitol Police officer arrested in child pornography sting Boxer holds a contest for tickets to sold-out fundraiser with Obama Gibbs tweets Obama meeting on Afghanistan Housing market showing more signs of recovery Banning anonymous Internet comments and cheering the New York Yankees Congress to hold hearing on D.C. metro system safety Lynch to run again as gay marriage lingers as an issue in N.H. Maybe Howard Dean needs a Tea Party Coburn: With Obama still in office, GOP can only ‘nip at’ healthcare law ACTA details due April 21, no three-strikes policy includes Sen. Sanders praises SEC charges against Goldman Sachs Goldman Sachs charged with fraud, setting stage for fiery reform debate Obama contributes to campaign fund he didn’t use The Big Question: Is it smart for the GOP to block financial reform? Ministry of Sports to combat childhood obesity Obama launches conservation plan, admits he won’t replicate Roosevelt’s bear hunting Obama urges passage of D.C. voting rights bill MIDDAY ROUNDUP Strong state controls critical to strengthening the U.S. financial system U.S. joins international bribery investigation of HP Bank tax far from becoming a reality The financial crisis’ unintended consequence Sen. Boxer fundraiser with Obama sells out Boehner fires back at Ohio Dems over dismal economy Democrats look at Senate GOP trio to win votes for Wall Street reform Tea Partiers interrupt Capitol Hill kickball game An enduring memorial for slaughtered miners: criminal liability for reckless owners Chemical, steel companies cheer Senate Dems seeking climate bill protections Colorado Republican wraps up tough week on the trail Specter introduces anti-video surveillance bill following Pa. laptop camera flap Dem Rep. Minnick happy with Tea Party backing, but stresses independence Confidence rises for home buying, prices Corker to Senate: Act like adults Sen. Reed hints which GOP senators might break ranks on reg reform Poll: Reid down 10 points to Nevada GOP chairwoman Lowden Poll: Reid trails by 10 in Nevada with Tea Party candidate included USVI Governor criticizes Menendez on rum tax bill Obama signs unemployment benefits bill Top of the ballot: Does the GOP really want an Independent Crist? Morning tech tip sheet: News and events for Friday, April 16 Drudge Report Huffington Post Hot Air Firedoglake The Corner Daily Kos MORNING READ E2 Round-up: White House launches conservation overhaul, Obama presses China on climate change, BP turns back oil sands critics, and more. Obama attacks mining and other industries Hazardous chemical law overhaul would increase power of federal regulators Watchdogs fear loss of new ethics czar The spring fling of primary season Apron-clad Congress members serve charity Crist’s veto costs him the support of his ‘mentor’ White House plans ‘aggressive’ campaign against McConnell and GOP on reg reform House clears $18 billion unemployment benefits extension President Obama orders hospitals to allow same-sex visits GOP candidates outraising Dems Obama ‘amused’ by Tea Party rallies Pressure on fate of financial bill is on holdout Sen. Collins