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It's officially a midterm year, and this November's elections across the country could change the balance of power in Washington, D.C. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more from Santa Barbara, California, where the Republican National Committee winter meeting took place on Thursday.
A new poll in the Democratic Texas Senate primary shows state Rep. James Talarico with a nine-point lead over presumed frontrunner Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Oriana Gonzalez, politics reporter for NOTUS, and Eleanor Mueller, Congress reporter for Semafor, join to discuss.
NYC mayoral candidates make final push ahead of Election Day; New CBS News poll reveals how Democrats view socialism.
Democrats score victories in major races across the nation; U.S. forces strike another alleged drug vessel.
Special counsel Robert Mueller investigated Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election for nearly two years, and America has finally learned some of his findings. Jeff Glor anchors a CBS News special, "The Mueller Report: A Turning Point."
Voters are casting their ballots in presidential primaries and caucuses in over a dozen states on Super Tuesday. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell leads a special report.
President Trump said he is granting a pardon to Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk who was convicted of allowing unauthorized access to voting machines — even though the pardon power is widely understood to only apply to federal crimes.
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
New Hampshire and Iowa have famously started the presidential primaries in years past, but a new bipartisan op-ed calls for North Carolina to kick off voting in the 2028 election. The authors, former Biden senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates and former RNC communications director Douglas Heye, join to make the case for the Tar Heel State.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
Looking ahead to 2026, Democrats are hoping to capitalize on their recent successes at the polls and recover political ground lost in 2024. CBS News' Fin Gómez sat down with Ken Martin, the Democratic National Committee Chairman, to discuss.
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday in a campaign finance case that could undo more than two decades of precedent. The case was brought by a Republican challenge to a rule that limits the amount of money a political party can spend in coordination with a federal election candidate. CBS News' Jan Crawford and Jessica Levinson explain more.
An Illinois Democratic congressman denies scheming to install his chief of staff as his successor. Mayra Macias, a lifelong Democrat who has jumped into the House race as an independent, joins "The Takeout" to discuss her campaign
Republican candidate Matt Van Epps is on track to defeat Democrat Aftyn Behn in a special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, the AP projected.
Trump claims efforts in Honduras to "change the results" of an election in which he's backed the party of an ex-president convicted of trafficking cocaine to the U.S.
Voters in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District will head to the polls Tuesday in what has become a test of Democrats' recent electoral momentum. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the latest.
The Fulton County, Georgia, prosecutor dropped the 2020 election interference case against President Trump and his allies on Wednesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the latest.
A new Marist poll shows Democrats favored over Republicans for the 2026 midterm elections. Meanwhile, a federal judge blocked Texas from using its new congressional map in the 2026 midterms. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.
In the Surry County Board of Supervisors race last week, 19-year-old Cameran Drew took on his favorite high school teacher and mentor, Kenneth Bell.
A local election became a lesson in kindness when a teen challenged and then defeated his former teacher. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
Mikie Sherrill flipped 18% of Latino Trump voters and won Latino men and women in her race for New Jersey governor.
On Tuesday, Democrats Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill won their gubernatorial races and exceeded pollsters' expectations. Political strategists Alex Conant and Ofirah Yheskel, along with CBS News political director Fin Gómez, join with analysis.
On the day after election night, Democrats are celebrating major victories in Virginia, New Jersey, California and New York City. Ed O'Keefe breaks it down.
Democrats won big in Tuesday night's elections in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City, and California. Marianna Sotomayor, congressional reporter for The Washington Post, and Deepa Shivaram, White House correspondent for NPR, join "The Takeout" to discuss how Republicans are reacting.
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine announced on Wednesday that he would not seek reelection. Democratic Rep. Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts, a close friend of Golden's, joins "The Takeout" with his reaction to the news.
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for 35 states.
The Justice Dept. suggested independent journalist Don Lemon could be charged after he was seen in video of a protest inside a church in St. Paul on Sunday.
President Trump signed the founding charter of his Board of Peace without major U.S. allies on Thursday then met with Ukraine's President Zelenskyy.
A series of informational signs about slavery was removed Thursday from the President's House historical site in Philadelphia.
Jack Smith, the former special counsel who oversaw two criminal investigations into President Trump during the Biden administration, testified publicly for the first time.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
The House approved the final legislation needed to fund the government through September, sending a package of bills to the Senate.
The failed vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.
Ian Roberts, the former Des Moines superintendent, has pleaded guilty in federal court to falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegally possessing firearms.
"Child care costs are just incredibly daunting for all but the wealthiest Americans," one financial expert said.
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
"Child care costs are just incredibly daunting for all but the wealthiest Americans," one financial expert said.
A year ago, a law that effectively banned TikTok in the U.S. went into effect, though President Trump has not enforced it.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
GM and other automakers have committed to expand their U.S. manufacturing since the Trump administration imposed tariffs on foreign-made vehicles.
JPMorgan Chase says President Trump's lawsuit "has no merit."
Vice President JD Vance's acknowledgement came after he implored state leaders to help deescalate the situation in Minneapolis.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
A historic preservation nonprofit is trying to block ongoing construction of Trump's new White House ballroom.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
The image, which an expert said was likely altered with AI, sparked backlash online. The White House doubled down, saying, "The memes will continue."
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
President Trump said Thursday that Canada is no longer invited to join his international Board of Peace, following days of tension between the president and the U.S.'s northern neighbor.
One year after President Trump announced it, the U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Infectious disease experts call the decision "scientifically reckless."
Officials said there were 11 arrest orders for "El Botox" for extortion and homicide. He was accused of attacking authorities with explosives.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
The failed vote comes a week after the White House peeled off GOP support for a similar measure in the Senate.
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
Among the names missing when the 98th Academy Award nominations were announced were Ariana Grande, George Clooney, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and anyone associated with "Wicked: For Good."
The celebrated Sundance Film Festival, opening Thursday in Park City, Utah, includes films starring Natalie Portman, Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen and Charli XCX, plus a wide range of documentaries.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
A whistleblower complaint revealed that an internal ICE memo authorizes officers to enter homes in some instances without a judicial warrant. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains.
Officials said there were 11 arrest orders for "El Botox" for extortion and homicide. He was accused of attacking authorities with explosives.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
The commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, Paul Schnell, is denying allegations from the Trump administration about dangerous criminals. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Adrian Gonzales, a former Uvalde school police officer, was acquitted of 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment over his response during the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
CBS News has obtained a memo telling ICE agents that they can forcefully enter a home without a judicial warrant in certain instances. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Groundhog Day is just around the corner, and PETA is again trying to offer up an alternative to Punxsutawney Phil. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil has the story.
A year after a law that effectively banned TikTok from the U.S. went into effect, China and the U.S. have signed off on a deal, according to a White House official. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Energy workers in Ukraine endure freezing temperatures and frozen pipes to repair damage caused by Russian strikes. With temperatures far below freezing, warming centers have become a lifeline across the country. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
President Trump launched the Board of Peace on his final days in Davos for the World Economic Forum. As Ed O'Keefe reports, its mission is the redevelopment of the Gaza Strip.