Deadline for DOJ to take action is Feb. 28
Two separate days for Prop 8, DOMA challenges
Justices poised to issue most significant rulings on gay rights
Carney defers questions to Justice Department
Justices to settle two major issues on same-sex marriage
Next conference for justices to consider Prop 8, DOMA is Friday
Another order list expected Monday; Next scheduled conference is Dec. 7
Justices move decision on taking up cases to Nov. 30
Decision could immediately allow same-sex couples to wed in California
Attorney in Prop 8 case working to aid Romney-Ryan ticket
