How can one get inauguration tickets? November 24, 2008 Tickets to watch the swearing-in can be requested through the Washington, D.C., offices of an individual's representative or senators. But you'll need some luck to score one.

Are congressional Democrats talking about confiscating IRA and 401(k) investment accounts? November 19, 2008 No. There's no plan to seize these accounts. One House witness at a committee hearing proposed to allow some people to trade their old accounts for a new type that would be less risky.

Can a convicted felon serve in elected office? November 17, 2008 The Constitution allows a convicted felon, such as Alaska Sen. Ted Stevens, to be a member of Congress, even if in prison. It's up to the Senate or House to decide who may serve. As for state offices, different laws...

Was the deadline for absentee ballots from military members extended in Virginia? November 14, 2008 A hearing is scheduled Dec. 8 to decide whether Virginia election officials should count absentee ballots that arrived late. In response to a lawsuit filed before Election Day by John McCain's campaign, a judge had ordered officials to keep such...

Is Obama planning a Gestapo-like "civilian national security force"? November 11, 2008 This false claim is a badly distorted version of Obama's call for doubling the Peace Corps, creating volunteer networks and increasing the size of the Foreign Service.

Do 40 percent of Americans pay no taxes? November 7, 2008 About 38 percent of households have zero or negative income tax liability, but they pay other federal taxes.

Can the presidential candidates keep their campaign money? November 5, 2008 No. They can donate any contributions they haven't spent to charities or political parties, and they can pay leftover campaign bills. The big rule is: no personal use.

Who spent more money on advertising, McCain or Obama? November 3, 2008 Overall, Obama has outspent McCain by nearly 3-to-1, but in the closing week it's been closer to 5-to-1.

Can I wear my campaign button to the voting booth? October 31, 2008 It depends on which state you live in, but the expert advice is to leave the campaign paraphernalia at home.

Did Michelle Obama spend $450 on room service? October 29, 2008 No. The claim is a total fabrication, and the sources that publicized it have retracted the story.