Musk donates over $150 million to Senate GOP group, assisting Paxton
Billionaire Elon Musk is offering a nine-figure assist to Texas GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, a decisive return to large-scale political giving for the world's richest man.
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Justice Dept. sues California, claims noncitizens were sent ballots
The Justice Department sued California, alleging that the federal government has identified more than 20,000 noncitizens who are unlawfully registered to vote.
As Jolly runs for Florida gov., he confronts prior ties to alleged fraudster
Shortly after David Jolly launched his campaign for Florida governor, his former boss was indicted for taking over $100 million from a disability nonprofit. Jolly says he wasn't aware of the scheme.
Talarico announces record-breaking $64 million fundraising haul
The Talarico campaign said that brings his total fundraising to $134 million since he announced his candidacy last year.
DOJ tells California to review whether noncitizens got mail ballots
The Justice Department has ordered California to review a list of people who the federal government believes may have received mail-in ballots for the upcoming election despite not being U.S. citizens.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Just weeks before the midterm elections, 90% of Americans say prices in the U.S. are the main factor shaping their view of the economy. These charts show why.
Talarico was home in Texas during campaign absence, photos indicate
James Talarico's campaign shared security camera footage with CBS News that appears to show him at his home in Texas for the first eight days of this month — pushing back on claims that Talarico was hiding the reasons for his disappearance.
Data center boom puts GOP in a bind before midterms
Cleanview Research found 75% of data centers being built and 80% of data centers in the planning stage are in predominantly GOP states, as public opposition to data centers grows.
Johnson says he intends to stay on as GOP leader if party loses majority
House Speaker Mike Johnson said last week that he could start a lawn business if the GOP loses the House majority, which he told CBS News' Robert Costa was "tongue in cheek."
Rep. Jeffries says Democrats are "on the verge of taking back control"
Jeffries campaigned in New Jersey and Pennsylvania and plans to campaign in Texas in the coming days to help Democratic candidates unseat Republican incumbents.
DHS secretary defends livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin defended the Pentagon's plan to livestream the execution of an ex-Army major who was convicted of the 2009 killing of 13 people at Fort Hood.
Democrat Chris Pappas says "we're taking nothing for granted" in N.H. race
Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas, who's running to represent New Hampshire in the Senate, said that "we're taking nothing for granted" as Election Day approaches, amid a "tough race" in the Granite State.
Obama raises more than $13 million for Democrats
Former President Barack Obama, who ran on "hope and change," is resurrecting his signature campaign slogan in a new series of digital ads for the Democratic National Committee that were viewed exclusively by CBS News.
Obama throws support behind Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's reelection bid
Former President Barack Obama is throwing his support behind Pennsylvania Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro's reelection campaign, as Obama steps up his involvement in key races ahead of the midterms.
El-Sayed and Rogers toss insults in Michigan Senate debate
In Thursday's Michigan Senate debate, Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers sparred over the Iran war and cost-of-living issues — and flung insults across the stage in nearly every exchange.
Arizona congressional candidate reports rape while repairing campaign signs
Democrat Bernadette Greene-Placentia, who is running to represent Arizona's 8th Congressional District, has filed a police report about the August incident.
Democrats invest more heavily in Gina Hinojosa as Pritzker offers support
Last week, more than 70 Latino Democratic leaders sent a letter to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, the chair of the DGA, urging the group to invest $10 million to help Hinojosa's campaign.
Obama hosts fundraiser with Senate Democrats weeks before midterms
Former President Barack Obama headlined a fundraiser for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Wednesday night to discuss the stakes of the upcoming midterm election.
Weeks before Election Day, the FEC can't enforce the law
The Federal Election Commission is down to just two members ahead of what's projected to be the most expensive election cycle on record.
In Maine Senate debate, Collins and Jackson both criticize Trump — but spar over how
In an often-testy debate, GOP Sen. Susan Collins of Maine touted her five terms in Congress and took aim at some Trump policies — while Democrat Troy Jackson argued Collins has failed to effectively push back.
GOP Super PAC pours $5 million into South Carolina Senate race, sources say
The influx of cash comes as President Trump escalated the attacks against Darline Graham's Democratic opponent, Annie Andrews.
2026 midterm election races to watch
CBS News has identified 10 key Senate and 42 House races that will likely decide the majority — all of which can change during the midterm campaign.
Trump sending ACA and Medicare checks, but will they offset costs?
President Trump sent $500 checks to some Affordable Care Act enrollees, while 20 million Medicare recipients will soon get $90 checks. Will they make a difference?
CBS News poll finds voters split on state v. national focus in Maine Senate race
Troy Jackson is boosted by those looking for change, while Collins peels off some Trump disapprovers.
Senate GOP group pours millions into defending Kansas seat
The race for control of the Senate is changing in the final weeks before the midterms, with the GOP defending several traditionally red-leaning states.
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Musk donates over $150 million to Senate GOP group, assisting Paxton
Sikh separatist says FBI warned him of new threat against him
Vance says "selling access to the White House" is "disgusting"
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Kristi Noem no longer serving as Trump envoy to Shield of the Americas
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Justice Dept. sues California, claims noncitizens were sent ballots
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As Jolly runs for Florida gov., he confronts prior ties to alleged fraudster
Feds probing suspicious letters to election officials, lawmakers
Trump invokes executive privilege in Kennedy Center legal fight
Talarico announces record-breaking $64 million fundraising haul
Trump calls off plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution
Ilhan Omar's relatives subpoenaed as part of immigration probe
U.S. banks dropped customers over political views, regulator says
U.S. blasts "embarrassing" complaint against Lebanon's ambassador