How House Democrats did in the midterms
Tim Persico, the executive director of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss the results of the midterm elections and his party's chances of
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RNC co-chair Tommy Hicks won't seek a third term
It's a significant post-midterms development for the GOP.
Political analysts weigh in on midterm results
Democrats have retained control of the U.S. Senate, with projected wins in Nevada and Arizona. Control of the U.S. House is still undecided but Republicans appear to have a slight edge. CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Trump intends to launch presidential campaign on Tuesday
A senior adviser told CBS News that, in Trump's mind, it would look weak if he didn't launch his campaign.
The impact of young voter turnout on the midterms
Anthony Salvanto, CBS News elections and surveys director, joined John Dickerson to discuss the impact of young voters on the midterm elections.
Some Republicans begin pulling away from Trump
Some Republicans have already started distancing themselves from former President Donald Trump after the party did not have the red wave it was expecting during this midterm cycle. The GOP's underperformance may even impact Trump's decision to announce his third presidential bid. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
The future of the Republican party
Former executive director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee Rob Jesmer joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the future of the Republican party.
Biden on midterm results, 2024 plans
President Biden took questions from reporters for over an hour on Wednesday, one day after midterm elections in which Democrats appeared to do better than expected, with control of Congress still uncertain. Mr. Biden called it a "good day" for democracy. He said he's willing to work with Republicans on some issues but would not compromise on others. Watch his full remarks.
Balance of power in Congress up in the air
It is not yet clear whether Republicans or Democrats will control the two chambers of Congress after election night. CBS News is rating control of the House as "lean Republican," and the Senate is a toss-up. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on key races.
Vote counting continues in Nevada
In Nevada, Democratic incumbent Senator Catherine Cortez Masto is in a tight race against Rpublican challenger Adam Laxalt. Election officials say there are still thousands of mail in ballots to be counted and it could take days to complete. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins "Red and Blue" from Las Vegas with the latest.
Georgia Senate race will go to a runoff
The race between Sen. Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker for a Georgia Senate seat will head to a runoff after neither candidate got 50% in Tuesday's election. Georgia's Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that the second showdown will take place on Dec. 6. Watch Raffensperger's full remarks here.
Biden on outcome of midterm elections
President Biden answered questions from reporters about the 2022 midterm election results and how he will work with Congress if Republicans gain control. He said the vote was "a good day" for democracy. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the president's remarks.
Control of Congress still up in the air
Republicans did not experience the "red wave" they were hoping for election night, and now both parties are rethinking their strategy for the next two years. CBS News political contributor Ashley Etienne and former RNC spokesperson Kevin Sheridan joins CBS News to discuss both parties' reaction to election night and how political leaders are starting to prepare for the new congressional make-up.
Texas Republican on projected House win
Republican Monica De La Cruz made history in Texas on Election Day. She is the first Hispanic woman projected to win a House seat in the state's 15th District. De La Cruz also flipped the typically solid blue seat to red. She joined CBS News to discuss her historic victory and her agenda in Congress.
Arizona official addresses voting issues
Arizona's assistant secretary of state, Allie Bones, joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Jeff Glor to discuss voting machine issues in Maricopa County.
Parties face off in midterm election
CBS News senior White House correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss what is at stake for Democrats and Republicans in this election and how it could impact the remainder of President Biden's agenda.
Parties make last-minute midterm pitches
Candidates across the country are scrambling to garner last-minute votes. CBS News anchors Scott MacFarlane and Nikki Batiste spoke with GOP strategist and former Republican National Committee spokesman Kevin Sheridan, founding partner of Protean Public Affairs, and senior Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha, president of Solidarity Strategies and the co-host of the Latino Vote Podcast, about the strategy each party is using in this year's election.
"Election deniers" on the ballot
CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the large number of "election deniers" on the ballot for the Republican party this Election Day.
Republican momentum and the 2022 midterms
Jeff Roe, the founder of Axiom Strategies, joined CBS News to discuss the Republican momentum leading up to Election Day.
Abortion rights driving young women to vote
A national poll by the institute of politics at Harvard Kennedy School found 24% of women cite abortion rights as a key issue driving them to the polls this election cycle. Chief executive officer at Ignite National, Sara Guillermo, joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
Control of Congress up for grabs
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined Scott MacFarlane and Nikki Batiste to discuss the Biden administration's plans if Democrats lose control of the House and Senate after Election Day.
Latino vote plays critical role in midterms
Pew research says roughly 35 million Latinos are eligible to vote in the midterm elections. That's about 14% of the electorate, making up the second largest racial and ethnic group of eligible voters. The co-founder of the Dallas-based organization Hey Chica! joined CBS News with a look at the key issues this voting bloc is focusing on.
Security concerns on Election Day
Millions of Americans head to the polls this Election day amid warnings of political violence and threats to election security. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the threats against poll workers and when to expect final election results.
Trump says he'll make a "very big announcement" Nov. 15
The former president has repeatedly hinted at a possible 2024 White House bid.
Sen. Rick Scott says GOP will retake Senate
Senator Rick Scott, the chairman of the Republican Senatorial Committee, tells CBS News that he predicts the GOP will retake the Senate. He also said he did not expect a runoff in the tight Georgia Senate race. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest.
U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California, raising mudslide risk
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Zelenskyy says he had "very good conversation" with U.S. envoys on Christmas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops adapt to changing demand
With higher prices for beef, customers are looking for alternatives.
Single ticket wins Powerball's $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
Pope Leo's first Christmas homily laments conditions in Gaza, war in Ukraine
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi Beach attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national bravery award to honor those who confronted an antisemitic terror attack.
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Death toll from UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville rises to 15
On Nov. 4, UPS Flight 2976 bound for Hawaii crashed moments after takeoff from Louisville International Airport, where UPS has its global aviation hub.
When grocery stores reject imperfect produce, this company steps in
More than 20 billion pounds of produce is rejected by U.S. grocery stores each year.
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops adapt to changing demand
With higher prices for beef, customers are looking for alternatives.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California, raising mudslide risk
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
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Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
How to save money on your utility bill this winter as heating costs rise
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
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U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
Trump promises to guard against "bad Santa" in Christmas Eve calls with kids
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
President Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras' presidential election, the country's electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count.
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Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
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U.S. launches Christmas Day strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
In early November, President Trump said that he had instructed the Pentagon to "prepare for possible action" in Nigeria.
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi Beach attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a national bravery award to honor those who confronted an antisemitic terror attack.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
Zelenskyy says he had "very good conversation" with U.S. envoys on Christmas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he discussed "substantive details" of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal with President Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Christmas.
Imprisoned Brazilian ex-president Bolsonaro undergoes surgery
Jair Bolsonaro, who has been hospitalized since Wednesday, has been serving a 27-year prison sentence since November for an attempted coup.
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Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
NYT movie critic breaks down top 2025 movies
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
Small Oklahoma town pays homage to leg lamp
The leg lamp in "A Christmas Story" might be one of cinema's most iconic props, and one small town in Oklahoma has a special way to celebrate it. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
California farming magnate arrested in Arizona in wife's shooting death
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Delaware state trooper killed in DMV shooting
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Holiday cookie box deliveries make spirits bright
The most important ingredient in Christmas cookies isn't the flour or the sugar -- it's the love and care that go into baking them. Major Garrett has more.
9-year-old delivers teddy bears to hospital kids
For more than a century, young kids have awakened on Christmas morning to find a teddy bear waiting for them under the tree. That gave one child an idea: getting teddy bears and the comfort they bring to the children who need them most. Tom Hanson has the story.
The business turning rejected produce into savings
Abhi Ramesh launched Misfits Market in 2018, an online grocery store that buys rejected produce from farmers and packages it for sale across the country. Skyler Henry reports.
How butchers are adapting to higher beef prices
As beef prices rise, small butcher shops are adapting to changing demand. Kelly O'Grady reports.
King Charles gives annual Christmas address
Britain's King Charles delivered his annual Christmas address, carrying on a royal tradition that began nearly a century ago. Leigh Kiniry has more.