Democrats rally at DNC summer meeting
The Democratic National Committee began its summer meeting on Monday in Minneapolis. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos breaks down highlights from the first day.
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Democrats look ahead to 2026 midterm elections
The Democratic National Committee kicked off its summer meetings in Minneapolis on Monday. CBS News political editorial producer Hunter Woodall breaks down how Democrats are looking ahead to the 2026 midterm elections.
Trump says he's fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook
President Trump announced Monday that he's fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook after months of public attacks against the central bank. In a letter posted on social media, Trump accused Cook of making false statements on mortgage documents, actions he claimed were "gross negligence" and "potentially criminal."
House committee subpoenas Epstein estate
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee has issued a subpoena to the estate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, requesting more than a dozen categories of documents. Lawmakers are also looking for entries within a book created by Epstein's associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, for his 50th birthday. The Wall Street Journal reported last month that President Trump had allegedly signed a letter in that book. The president denied the report and called it "fake" in a defamation lawsuit against the publication.
DNC chair urges Democrats to "fight"
Top Democrats emphasized party unity and railed against President Trump's policies on the first day of the Democratic National Committee's annual summer meeting in Minneapolis Monday. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
Trump says he wants more cases like Intel deal
President Trump said Monday that he hopes to have more deals like the agreement announced with tech company Intel last week that gave the U.S. government a 10% stake in the company. Peggy Collins, Washington bureau chief for Bloomberg News, and Julia Manchester, national political reporter for the Hill, joined "The Takeout" to discuss.
Malcolm Kenyatta on Democratic Party's future
Leaders of the Democratic National Committee have a lot to grapple with as they gather this week in Minneapolis for their annual summer meeting. DNC vice chair and Pennsylvania State Representative Malcolm Kenyatta Joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Details on Trump's bail, flag burning orders
President Trump signed executive orders Monday aimed at ending cashless bail in Washington, D.C., and directing the Justice Department to investigate instances of flag burning. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Bill Daley on crime in Chicago, Trump
Bill Daley served as White House chief of staff for President Obama and his family has long political ties to Chicago, with his father and brother both serving as mayor. He joined "The Takeout" to discuss crime in the Windy City and President Trump potentially deploying National Guard troops there as he has in Washington, D.C.
Rep. Glenn Ivey on Kilmar Abrego Garcia case
Rep. Glenn Ivey joins "The Takeout" to discuss Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case and President Trump's crime crackdown in Washington, D.C.
Abrego Garcia's immediate deportation blocked
Kilmar Abrego Garcia is back in ICE custody and the Department of Homeland Security says he's being processed for deportation to Uganda, but a judge has blocked that deportation from happening for the time being. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Inside the numbers on Trump's D.C. takeover
CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the latest news on President Trump's National Guard deployment and federal takeover of law enforcement in Washington, D.C., and the possibility of similar actions in other cities.
Trump signs orders on bail, flag burning
President Trump signed an executive order Monday aimed at ending cashless bail in Washington. D.C. He also an order directing the Justice Department to investigate instances of flag burning. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Next steps for Democrats still unclear
The Democratic National Committee kicked off its annual summer meetings in Minneapolis Monday with the party facing a number of tough issues as it tries to bounce back from 2024's losses. The DNC is trailing the Republican Party by tens of millions of dollars in cash on hand and members are divided about messaging and the right path forward. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall reports.
Minnesota lawmaker shooting survivor speaks
Minnesota State Sen. John Hoffman, who survived being shot in June, spoke Monday as the Democratic National Committee kicked off its summer meeting Monday in Minneapolis. CBS News political editorial producer Hunter Woodall has more details from Minnesota.
Gov. Abbott set to sign redistricting bill
The Texas legislature approved a congressional redistricting plan that would favor Republicans, and Gov. Greg Abbott is expected to sign the bill within the week. CBS News' Taurean Small has more details from Capitol Hill.
California redistricting maps to be on ballot
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that will allow voters to decide on new congressional maps in November. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.
Trump responds after civil fraud penalty tossed
President Trump has posed on social media following a decision by a New York appeals court to dismiss the $527 million penalty in his civil fraud case. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Inside the California redistricting process
California Democrats are poised to move forward with a contentious congressional redistricting effort as Texas Republicans continue their redistricting push. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the latest.
California prepares for redistricting vote
California Democrats are moving forward with a vote to alter its congressional map after Texas House Republicans voted to approve its plan to redistrict. CBS News' Hunter Woodall reports.
Texas House passes redistricting map
After weeks of pushback from Democrats, House Republicans in Texas have passed controversial legislation to redraw the state's congressional map, giving the GOP an advantage in multiple seats. In response, California is expected to vote on its own new congressional map designed to offset any political gains made by Texas Republicans.
Texas redistricting plan heads to Senate
The controversial Texas redistricting plan passed in the House and will be headed to the state's Senate for a vote. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
California Supreme Court declines to stop Newsom's redistricting plan
The California Supreme Court cleared the way for Democrats to move forward with a plan to redraw congressional districts Thursday.
Texas House approves new congressional map
The Texas House on Wednesday night passed a controversial, Republican-backed proposal to redraw the state's congressional maps. The bill now moves onto the Texas Senate. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.
NATO chiefs meet virtually about Ukraine
NATO military chiefs met virtually Wednesday for what was described as a candid discussion about security guarantees the alliance would be willing to provide to Ukraine in an effort to end Russia's war in the region. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
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