Here are the stories we’re reading today. What headlines are getting your attention?
Chris Christie rises above polarized nation, NBC News/WSJ poll shows
Poll: Obama standing remains steady amid controversies
Another day on the Plains: storms, floods, twister risk
Christie Setting Vote in October to Fill Vacant Senate Seat
Almost Half of Americans Say Obama Untruthful About IRS
Christie's self-serving stunt: Editorial
Editorial: Gov. Christie’s Quick, Costly Decision
Michelle Obama confronts protester, threatens to leave fundraiser