Imagine a Member of Congress violating rules… Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson violated rules, steered scholarships to relatives Eddie Bernice Johnson has awarded thousands of dollars in college scholarships to four relatives and a top aide’s two children since 2005, using foundation funds set aside for black lawmakers’ causes. Of course …

We’ll give you a hint: It doesn’t involve NASA. h/t Treacher

Brad Pitt will appear on Meet the Press this weekend, Hayworth continues to keep it classy, Glenn Beck and his band of crazies is coming to DC this weekend, we also love Jake Tapper, August recess is wrapping up, Gov. McDonnell caught NMS boozing, Mac Abrams isn’t getting any younger, …

Meg Whitman expands the Republican celebrity base beyond the typical Stephen Baldwin, Brooks and Dunne, and Ben Stein by hanging out with Bruce and Kris Jenner…better known as the heads of E!’s “Keeping Up With The Kardashians” household. No word if Bruce’s son, Brody, or Kris’ daughter, Kim, made an …

If you’re a candidate running for office and looking for an interesting campaign gimmick, the “barf bag” handout is always a solid option. A Republican candidate for Congress [Marty Lamb] is hoping an unusual campaign gimmick can help him “sack” his opponent in November. “This is a barf bag. They’re …

It was fun while it lasted. [102 mph, huh?] Rookie right-hander Stephen Strasburg has a significant tear on the ulnar collateral ligament that probably will require reconstructive Tommy John elbow surgery, the Washington Nationals announced Friday. For those of you playing at home, that means he’ll be about for 12-18 …

Last call for Summer! Although we may be nearing the end of our summer vacation its never to early think about that “beach body”. Did you know that to get THE abs you are dying for, you have to eat the right foods? Tis true! Along with cardio, core, balance …

JD Hayworth, a loser in his recent primary election, has no plans to congratulate his opponent. [toll free] Two days after his win in the Arizona Republican Senate primary, Sen. John McCain has yet to receive the customary post-election congratulatory phone call from his opponent J.D. Hayworth, Politico reports. Said …

This was spotted on Roger Ebert’s Journal. [great captions below] Possible captions: Have you seen this man? If so, NO YOU DIDN’T, back to you Nancy. “Now, let’s check in with Dallas Raines on the weather in Guatemala, where I’m moving. Dallas?” “Witnesses say the suspect looks dashing in a …

Feeling old? This should help make you feel even older: Former child actor Macaulay Culkin is turning 30.

Who’s not guilty of this? @jaketapper raise your hand if while getting off the phone youve ever accidentally said “love you, bye” to someone you didnt mean to Classic response: @jimgeraghty @jaketapper That’s okay, after you hung up, I said, “I love you, too.” h/t Liz Mair

Yesterday, New Media Strategies welcomed Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell to the Grand Opening of their newly expanded headquarters. In 2010, NMS created over 40 new communications and technology jobs in Virginia. We’re told there were champagne glasses everywhere, to which McDonnell said “by the way I hope you’re drinking Virginia …

If there was a list of things you shouldn’t say while on the campaign trail, this would be #1: [Bobby Not-so-Bright] Rep. Bobby Bright (D-AL) dodged criticism about voting for Nancy Pelosi (D) as House Speaker by suggesting she might not be available for the job next year if Democrats …

Do not bother the President when he’s buying shrimp.  [noted]

This was destined to be a train wreck the moment the camera turned on. When you have to read notes in order to get your name right during an interview, your chances of getting elected skyrocket.