Ryan says he backs term limits for Congress
Candidate made the idea an issue in 1998, but refused to sign term-limit pledge
The 2012 Election
Warren outraised Brown in 3rd quarter
From July through September, Massachusetts GOP Sen. Brown brought in $4.5 million less than his Dem challenger
New Obama ad projects economic optimism
At the outset of a critical week, the Obama campaign touts signs of vigor in the economy
New GOP ad: "We're going in the wrong direction"
New TV ad uses clips from Ryan's VP debate to promise a President Romney would reduce government spending
Ryan, Romney blast WH on China currency manipulation
In separate Ohio appearances, GOP candidates talk tough on China
Obama: I "refused to let Detroit go bankrupt"
In weekly addresses president touts record on auto industry, while GOP congressional candidate blasts W.H. for "excessive" regulations
"Friday Night Lights" author, creator part ways on Romney
The author of the football drama has endorsed Romney, while the creator of the TV show has accused Romney of plagiarism
Biden's debate style: Just "Joe being Joe"?
Those familiar with the vice president weren't surprised by his aggressive debate performance, but it also spoke to the pressure he faced
Obama says Romney is "severely kidding"
President says his GOP rival has shifted his political views since calling himself "severely conservative" earlier this year
Poll: Romney edges Obama in Colo., narrows gap in Wis.
Competitive races in Colorado, Wisconsin; in Virginia, Obama leads by six percent
Romney calls Pa. family at center of T-shirt flap
Candidate calls family of 16-year-old girl who says she was mocked by teacher for wearing Romney T-shirt in class
Ariz. GOP Senate race heats up
A new TV ad from Republican Jeff Flake charges Democrat Richard Carmona with threatening his former boss
Axelrod: Romney does not have "big momentum"
The president's top adviser said on "CBS This Morning" that the Romney campaign is running away from their positions
Elizabeth Warren says Scott Brown stands with millionaires
In their third debate, Mass. Sen. Scott Brown vows not to raise taxes but promotes bipartisanship; Warren says his priorities are wrong
Romney pitches tax plan details that favor the wealthy
The specifics of Romney's tax plan - eliminating tax on interest, dividends, and capital gains - show favor to upper-income Americans
Romney: Abortion not on my agenda
GOP nominee's comment to Iowa paper's editorial board is more moderate than recent statements on abortion
Why abortion would be part of Romney's agenda
The Republican presidential candidate has made repeal of the health care law a top priority; it's also a priority for abortion opponents
New ads from Obama, Romney as air wars continue
Obama resurrects "47 percent" comments and Medicare while Romney and allies hammer home economic message
New anti-Akin ads feature rape survivors
Democratic Sen. Claire McCaskill today released three brutal ads slamming Akin on his controversial remarks on rape and abortion
Obama: I was "too polite" in debate
In a radio interview, Obama concedes he lost the first debate, but pledges "we're going to go ahead and win" the next one
GOP strategist: Ohio "a problem" for Romney
Mike Murphy said Romney would have to win states that are more difficult for him should he lose Ohio
Romney campaign moves staff out of Pennsylvania
The campaign is moving some staff to Ohio, a state no Republican has won the presidency without
Obama pushes students to register in Ohio
President calls on Ohio State University supporters to register today and vote early; hits Romney over Sesame Street
Romney takes slight lead in new Gallup poll
Survey of likely voters gives edge to Romney, underscoring importance of turnout in the election
Romney pushes opposition to "death tax" in Iowa
GOP presidential nominee tells farmers that he has a plan for rural America, while Obama doesn't
Politics
Rep. Jeffries says Democrats are "on the verge of taking back control"
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
DHS secretary defends livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution
Transcript: Sen. Chris Murphy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
Transcript: Sen. John Barrasso on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
Transcript: Rep. Chris Pappas on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
Democrat Chris Pappas says "we're taking nothing for granted" in N.H. race
Transcript: Shyam Sankar, chief technology officer of Palantir, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
Transcript: Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 11, 2026
Steve Bannon on the GOP and the midterms: "We can't afford to lose"
DOJ investigating TV networks over suspension of press pool after Trump media ban
House candidate who reported rape on campaign trail details why she came forward
Exclusive
Katie Bailey tapped as new White House legislative director
Blanche, other DOJ appointees can take part in campaigns, memo says
Judge strikes down DOJ's policy of reviewing state voter rolls
Will social media platforms allow Fort Hood shooter's execution to be livestreamed?
DOJ won't enforce parts of 1934 gun law that were gutted by court ruling
Trump says Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Durbin asks watchdog to probe new FBI hiring standards on bestiality, prostitution
