Watch CBS News
Lawmakers in Arizona are launching a recount of more than 2.1 million ballots in Maricopa County in a baseless effort to overturn the 2020 presidential election. Jennifer Medina of the New York Times spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about how former President Donald Trump's lies about the election are pushing the party in this direction.
The Republican-held state Senate in Arizona has hired a private company to conduct a hand recount of more than 2 million ballots from the 2020 election in Maricopa County, even though the official tally already confirmed former President Trump lost to Joe Biden. Many critics are alarmed by what appears to be a secretive and partisan process. TucsonSentinel.com editor and publisher Dylan Smith joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the company conducting the audit and why he believes it's unlikely to be completed.
Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney of Wyoming continues sharply criticizing former President Donald Trump and others who falsely claim the 2020 election was stolen, but the dispute may jeopardize her her position as GOP Conference Chair. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the details.
Former Vice President Mike Pence made his first public speech since leaving the White House at a conservative gala in South Carolina. Pence criticized President Biden for what he called "an avalanche of liberal policies." CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster was at the event and joins CBSN AM with details.
A special election to fill the late Ron Wright's seat in Texas' 6th congressional district will go to a runoff since no candidate received 50% of the vote. The top candidates in the lead are both Republicans who supported former President Trump. James Henson, director of the Texas Political Project at the University of Texas at Austin, explains to CBSN's Lana Zak what this race means for the future of the GOP in Texas.
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired May 2, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
As the U.S. grapples with thousands of unaccompanied migrant children at the border, CBS News is learning more about the stories of those making the dangerous journey. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joined CBSN with more on one young migrant's story as he fled his home country to escape gang violence and sought asylum in the United States.
Former Vice President Mike Pence made his first public appearance since leaving the White House on Thursday. He spoke at the annual Palmetto Family Council gala in South Carolina. Pence slammed President Biden while also praising his time in the Trump administration. CBS News’ Adam Brewster was at the event and spoke to CBSN's Elaine Quijano about Pence's future plans.
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Thursday spoke in South Carolina, his first public remarks since leaving office. Speaking as President Biden marks his first 100 days in office, Pence slammed Mr. Biden's policies. Watch part of his remarks.
Former Vice President Mike Pence is delivering his first speech since leaving office to a group of conservatives in South Carolina on Thursday. His visit to the early primary state is fueling speculation over whether Pence is weighing a 2024 presidential bid. CBS News reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on Pence's speech and what former President Donald Trump is saying about his own political future.
Former President Donald Trump spoke out against the investigation into his personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, after the FBI executed a search warrant at Giuliani's home and office as part of the probe into Giuliani's dealings with Ukraine. CBS News contributor and Loyola Law School professor Jessica Levinson joins CBSN to discuss.
House Republicans are clashing over the party's future as they wrap up a major political conference in Florida. Former President Trump was notably absent, and Congresswoman Liz Cheney appeared to deepen the divide by saying Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy are the party's leaders. CBS News congressional reporter Zak Hudak joins CBSN AM to discuss.
President Trump signed a bipartisan $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package Sunday, ending a days-long standoff with Congress. The bill also includes $1.4 trillion in funding to avoid a government shutdown. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
The House GOP Conference chair says Mitch McConnell and Kevin McCarthy are now the party's leaders.
Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis will reportedly head to the key battleground state of Pennsylvania in May to speak at a local Republican Party event. It comes amid growing speculation over whether or not the rising GOP star is considering a presidential run in 2024. Jonathan Tamari, national political reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on the impending visit and how Pennsylvania Republicans are preparing for the governor and U.S. Senate races in 2022.
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired April 25, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
New financial disclosures show Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Florida and Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri raked in millions of dollars of donations in early 2021. ProPublica reporter Isaac Arnsdorf joined CBSN to discuss his reporting that found the politicians use those donations to tout grassroots support while consultants and vendors profit behind the scenes. Since this video aired, CBSN has reached out to both the Hawley and Greene campaigns, but has not yet heard back.
Norah O'Donnell interviews former President George W. Bush, who says not passing immigration reform is one of his biggest regrets. He also criticizes former President Donald Trump's anti-immigration rhetoric.
The crowded May race, with 23 candidates, could give Republicans an early look at Trump's staying power in the GOP.
Mr. Trump called the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan "wonderful and positive."
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Former Georgia state Representative Vernon Jones, who endorsed former President Trump, announced he's running.
GOP members who objected to the 2020 election results or voted for Trump's impeachment saw rise in individual donors.
"I'm in this race because this is the first battle for the soul of the Republican party," Michael Wood said in an interview with CBSN.
Donald Trump and Gov. Mike Pence speak to Lesley Stahl in their first joint interview; Seth Doane reports from Nice, France; and, Bill Whitaker reports on the big cats some L.A. residents are calling neighbors.
