5:30 a.m. E.T.

New York Times: “Democrats Are Split Over How to Shape Approach to Gun Bills”

Washington Post: “House Republicans Using Retreat to Self-Reflect”

Wall Street Journal: “Buying ‘Political Intelligence’ Can Pay Off Big for Wall Street”

Associated Press: “GOP Eyes New Election Laws”

Los Angeles Times: “Seeking to Harness Obama’s Campaign Resources for a Second Term”

Politico: “Valerie Jarrett for the Defense”

The Hill: “Poll: Voters Pessimistic as Obama Prepares for Second Inauguration”