Midway in the Beltway

We've had the Rumble in the Jungle. We've had the Thrilla' in Manila. Now we've got the Midway in the Beltway.

Things seemed to be simmering down on Monday after Sen. Graham's (R-SC) announcement that he would be pulling his support for a comprehensive climate change and energy bill.

But what a difference another day makes. While Sens. Kerry (D-MA) and Lieberman (I-CT) remain optimistic, Graham has dug in his heels and doesn't appear willing to move unless immigration is dropped entirely from the legislative calendar.

Who knows how this is all going to play out but take a look at this great Politico article to give you a sense of what Graham's dealing with.