How the 2025 government shutdown is unique
The Trump administration appears poised to use the government shutdown to accelerate federal workforce firings and end federal programs it dislikes. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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Analyzing the government shutdown blame game
Democrats and Republicans are pointing fingers at each other over the government shutdown. Political strategists Kendra Barkoff Lamy and Leslie Sanchez join to weigh in on the blame game.
Where talks to end government shutdown stand
The federal government shut down on Wednesday, with Congress failing to reach a funding deal before a midnight deadline. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest on talks to broker a deal.
Shutdown likely after Senate votes fail
The Senate failed to pass stopgap funding measures from either party on Tuesday, setting the stage for a midnight federal government shutdown. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has the latest.
Who benefits from a government shutdown?
Barring a breakthrough, the federal government will shut down just after midnight. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Sen. Duckworth on Trump's military address
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Trump summoned U.S. military generals and admirals from around the world to Quantico, Virginia, for an unprecedented gathering on Tuesday. Combat veteran and Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois joins "The Takeout" with her reaction.
Rep. DelBene on looming government shutdown
The federal government is set to shut down just after midnight, unless lawmakers reach a bipartisan breakthrough. Democratic Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Kelly Loeffler on government shutdown impact
Democrats and Republicans remain at odds as the federal government is set to shut down at midnight without congressional action. Kelly Loeffler, administrator of the Small Business Administration, joins "The Takeout" to discuss how a shutdown would impact her agency.
The politics surrounding Comey's indictment
James Comey was once the nation's top law enforcement official as FBI director. Now he's a criminal defendant. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Joel Payne join "The Takeout" to weigh in on the politics behind the Justice Department's decision.
Democrats probing ouster of Virginia attorney
Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee are launching an investigation into the ouster of a federal prosecutor, one day after his replacement signed an indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. Democratic Rep. Dan Goldman of New York, who serves on the House committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump blames Democrats for looming shutdown
Officials from the White House have told federal agencies to prepare for mass layoffs if the government is unable to avert a shutdown by next week, according to a memo from the Office of Management and Budget. President Trump spoke on that warning Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Pamela Evette on South Carolina governor bid
South Carolina's next gubernatorial election is more than a year away, but it's already gearing up to be an extremely competitive race. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, who is one of the several Republicans vying for the role, joins "The Takeout" to discuss her bid.
Adelita Grijalva on House swearing in, more
The Republicans' narrow majority in the House of Representatives became a bit tighter on Tuesday night after Democrat Adelita Grijalva won the special election for the Arizona House seat previously held by her late father, Raúl. Grijalva joins "The Takeout" to discuss what she hopes to tackle once sworn in.
Kamala Harris details 2024 run in new memoir
Former Vice President Kamala Harris' new memoir, "107 Days," about her 2024 presidential campaign, is now available. Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha and former Republican Rep. Fred Upton of Michigan join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Jeffries slams Trump for canceling talks
President Trump has canceled a meeting with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The three had planned on discussing ways to avert a government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Manchin says he wants Trump to succeed
Former West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin's new book, "Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense," is both a memoir and a declaration of independence from the extremes on both sides of the political aisle. Manchin joined "The Takeout" to discuss the book and more.
Colin Allred on running for Senate again
Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred's lost his bid to oust Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024. The Democrat is running again, this time for the seat currently held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn. Allred joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of his bid.
Congress goes on recess without funding deal
The federal government could be on the verge of a potential shutdown after the House and Senate left town without agreeing on a stopgap funding measure. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Missouri Democrat sounds off on redistricting
The Missouri State Legislature passed its newly-redrawn congressional map last week, which reshapes Missouri's Fifth Congressional District to make it more conservative. Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, whose reelection chances could be minimized by the change, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.
Extended interview: Rep. James Comer
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett interviews Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky about his letter urging tech CEOs to testify on the radicalization of social media platforms users. Plus, Comer reacts to his committee's work surrounding both the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and former President Joe Biden's autopen use.
Rubenstein on how sports transcend politics
The killing of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk underscored the frightful toll of political division and fear. In a conversation CBS News' Major Garrett had with billionaire and Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein just days before the shooting, they discussed how sports transcends politics in terms of creating shared spaces where partisan uniforms are set aside.
A look at recent acts of political violence
Members of Congress are now canceling events and looking for more security after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The shooting marks the latest instance of political violence in the U.S. CBS News' Major Garrett and Nikole Killion have more.
Sen. Jack Reed on Charlie Kirk's death
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event in Utah on Wednesday. Democratic Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island joins "The Takeout" with his reaction.
Texas Democrat James Talarico on Senate bid
Democratic Texas State Rep. James Talarico on Tuesday announced a bid for U.S. Senate. Talarico joins "The Takeout" to discuss his decision to run in the heavily red-leaning state.
Trump denies writing birthday note to Epstein
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday that "it's very clear President Trump did not draw this picture, and he did not sign it" after Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released a birthday message allegedly written by Mr. Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday. CBS News White House reporter Taurean Small has more.
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