California voters polled on Prop 50

Democrats in California want to add more of their party's seats to Congress, but they need voters' approval first. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data on how voters are feeling about the redistricting effort.

• Oct 22
• 02:56

Trump meets with Republicans amid shutdown

President Trump is urging Republican lawmakers not to compromise with Democrats over ending the government shutdown. He met with Republican senators at the White House Tuesday, saying he wants the government to be funded before any budget negotiations. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nikole Killion have more.

• Oct 21
• 04:54

Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio on shutdown

Neither Republicans nor Democrats are backing down as the government shutdown reaches Day 21. Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Oct 21
• 07:10

Rep. Olszewski on health care and shutdown

As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, the House remains in recess and, at Speaker Mike Johnson's direction, is expected to remain so until federal agencies reopen. Democratic Rep. Johnny Olszewski of Maryland joins "The Takeout" with his perspective on the stalemate.

• Oct 20
• 07:33

Dr. Oz on state of health care amid shutdown

Democrats and those who caucus alongside them continue to demand negotiations on health care policy to end the government shutdown. Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Oct 20
• 09:05

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DNC set to start process for deciding earliest 2028 primary states

A Democratic National Committee panel has drafted proposed standards to help the party decide which states will be the earliest to vote in the 2028 presidential primaries.

• Oct 17

Extended interview: Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand

The Trump administration is working on doubling the United States' financial aid to Argentina to approximately $40 billion. That's angering some Iowa farmers as China buys soybeans from the South American country instead of the U.S. due to the president's trade war. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, also a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Oct 16
• 28:20

Prominent Democrats disagree on shutdown blame

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez railed against Republicans on CNN Wednesday night over the ongoing government shutdown. However, on NewsNation, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman blamed his own party for the closure. Former Michigan Republican Rep. Fred Upton and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne join with analysis.

• Oct 16
• 06:18

Iowa state auditor on soybean farmers, more

Iowa farmers are sounding the alarm over the Trump administration's $20 billion bailout for Argentina. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who is also running for governor as a Democrat, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.

• Oct 16
• 07:55

Government shutdown to stretch into next week

The Senate failed on Thursday for the 10th time to advance a Republican-led bill to end the government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.

• Oct 16
• 03:34

Justin Pearson on challenging Steve Cohen

Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson, who was briefly expelled from his legislative seat in 2023 after leading a gun safety protest on the floor of the state's General Assembly, has launched a bid to unseat 76-year-old Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen. Pearson argues the party needs new voices and perspectives. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss.

• Oct 15
• 06:12

Impact of Louisiana redistricting on Congress

The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in the Louisiana congressional map case, which could have significant implications for the Voting Rights Act. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto examines how the outcome could also affect the balance of power in Congress.

• Oct 15
• 02:30

Texas State Rep. Hinojosa enters governor race

The field of Texas Democrats vying for governor got a little more crowded on Wednesday morning with state Rep. Gina Hinojosa entering the race. Hinojosa joins "The Takeout" to discuss her newly-launched campaign.

• Oct 15
• 06:46

Judge blocks federal shutdown firings for now

A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily ordered the Trump administration to halt the firing of workers during the government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more from Capitol Hill.

• Oct 15
• 04:42

Letitia James attends rally amid indictment

New York Attorney General Letitia James appeared at a campaign rally for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Monday night, marking her first public appearance since she was indicted by the Trump Justice Department last week. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" with more.

• Oct 14
• 06:38

No Labels chief strategist on group's future

In 2024, No Labels abandoned plans to field a presidential unity ticket. Now, the centrist political group is focusing on local politics. Chief strategist Ryan Clancy joins "The Takeout" to discuss the organization's future.

• Oct 14
• 04:16

Maine Gov. Janet Mills kicks off Senate run in critical 2026 race

The seat, held by Republican Sen. Susan Collins, could be one of only a few realistic Senate pickup opportunities for Democrats next year — but Janet Mills will need to contend with a primary battle first.

• Oct 14

Shutdown hits Day 13 with no end in sight

Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said Democrats and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer were taking "the entire federal government hostage over a health care policy dispute" and blamed them for the ongoing government shutdown. Dave Levinthal, contributing editor for NOTUS, and Nicholas Wu, congressional reporter for Politico, join "The Takeout" to discuss the state of talks.

• Oct 13
• 05:30

Rep. Hunt looks to unseat Sen. Cornyn

Sen. John Cornyn is in a tight race with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the state's Republican Senate primary, but they've got a new competitor after Rep. Wesley Hunt announced last week he's putting his name on the ballot. Hunt joins "The Takeout" to discuss his bid.

• Oct 13
• 06:49

7 federal agencies see layoffs amid shutdown

The Trump administration has issued layoff notices to more than 4,000 federal workers as the government shutdown enters its 13th day. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.

• Oct 13
• 02:33

Trump's approval ratings steady in low 40s

CBS News' most recent polling shows President Trump's approval ratings have largely remained unchanged, sitting at 42% and have stayed comfortably in that range since July. Carly Cooperman, CEO of Schoen-Cooperman Research and opinion contributor for The Hill, joins "The Takeout" to dive deeper into the numbers and discuss whether they matter to Mr. Trump's success.

• Oct 10
• 04:44

Maine Gov. Janet Mills expected to jump into crucial Senate race, sources say

Maine Gov. Janet Mills is expected to launch a campaign for Senate on Tuesday, two Democratic sources told CBS News — vying to challenge longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins.

• Oct 9

Lawmakers clash over delayed Epstein vote

Speaker Mike Johnson is keeping the House chamber in recess during the government shutdown. The move is upsetting lawmakers who want to hold a vote on releasing the full Jeffrey Epstein files. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Chuck Rocha join with analysis.

• Oct 8
• 06:37

Sen. Lankford on shutdown passing 1-week mark

As the government shutdown passes the one-week mark, Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of negotiations.

• Oct 8
• 06:36

Congressional redistricting efforts continue

Utah lawmakers have pushed through a new congressional map giving Republicans an advantage in all four of the state's districts. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.

• Oct 7
• 03:27

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