More and more Republicans protesting Trump's election challenges
Paul Ryan, Larry Hogan, Mitt Romney, growing chorus of others say his efforts are undermining Americans' faith in democracy.
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Final push ahead of Georgia runoff election
On Tuesday, Georgians are heading back to the polls for a pair of U.S. Senate runoffs. And with President Trump's attacks on Georgia's election integrity, the stakes could not be higher. Mark Strassmann reports.
GOP senators to object election results
About a dozen senators are expected to object to the electoral college results. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with more on what this means.
Transcript: Asa Hutchinson on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson that aired Sunday, January 3, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
2021: Will Washington welcome the new dawn?
The nation awaits a new president. Yet, 2020 leaves behind unfinished political and pandemic business. CBS News chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett talks with New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman about President-elect Joe Biden's agenda, and what loyalists to the outgoing president portend for the Republican Party's future.
Judge dismisses Gohmert's attempt to force Pence to decide election
Gohmert had claimed in the lawsuit that Pence has the "sole" power to decide the outcome of the election.
GOP senators say they will reject election results unless commission is formed
The group, led by Senator Ted Cruz, is working separately from Senator Josh Hawley in his effort to challenge the Electoral College results.
Eye Opener: GOP split on Electoral College challenge
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill will meet on January 6 to confirm President-elect Joe Biden’s victory, as Republicans are split on overturning the Electoral College vote. Also, Congress voted for the first time to override a veto from President Trump. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
Senate overrides Trump's defense bill veto
During an unusual New Year's Day session, the Republican-controlled Senate voted to override President Trump's attempt to block a $740 billion defense policy bill. Later in the day a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by Texas Congressman Louis Gohmert, who argued falsely that Vice President Mike Pence has the power to decide the outcome of the election. Weijia Jiang reports.
Congress overrides Trump's veto for first time
In a major defeat for President Trump, Republicans and Democrats united against him to override his veto of the defense bill. Weijia Jiang reports.
Senator vows to challenge certification of Biden win
Republican Senator Josh Hawley's objection will force the House and Senate to vote on whether to accept President-elect Biden's victory, putting Republicans in the awkward position of having to support President Trump or the will of the voters. Paula Reid reports.
McConnell blocks $2,000 stimulus checks
Mitch McConnell on Tuesday blocked Senate Democrats’ attempt to approve $2,000 stimulus checks, a measure President Trump has called for. Mr. Trump lashed out at Republicans for not supporting the checks or his baseless claims of widespread voter fraud. Paula Reid reports.
Record-breaking fundraising in Georgia Senate races
The latest FEC filings from Christmas Eve show Georgia's Senate runoff candidates raised a combined $340 million for their campaigns over the last two months, with Democrats outraising Republicans. Republican strategist and co-founder of the nonprofit "Speak Georgia" Janelle King joins CBSN host Tom Hanson to discuss the final week of campaigning ahead of the January 5th elections.
Trump finally signs COVID relief bill
President Trump has finally signed the $900 billion COVID-19 relief bill and funding measure to avert a government shutdown. This comes after days of urging Congress to increase direct payments to Americans to $2,000, which most Republicans opposed. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Fate unclear of COVID economic relief package
Unemployment benefits for millions of Americans are set to expire on Saturday if President Trump refuses to sign the coronavirus relief bill passed by Congress. The bill also includes billions of dollars in funding for vaccine distribution. Paula Reid has more.
COVID relief bill sent to Trump
President Trump threatened to veto the COVID-19 relief bill unless direct payments were raised. With millions of Americans in limbo, Democrats are pushing to get the bill cleared. Paula Reid reports.
Trump's pardons reward close ties and "absolute loyalty"
Both Roger Stone and Paul Manafort were prosecuted for charges related to former special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia investigation.
Trump delays $900 billion COVID-19 deal
President Trump has not yet signed the bipartisan $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief bill passed by Congress. He says he wants the individual stimulus checks to be larger, something Democrats have been fighting for. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Politicians campaign for Ga. Senate runoff candidates
There are just two weeks left until Georgia's Senate runoff elections. Both Republicans and Democrats have made visits to the state to stump for their candidates in a race that will ultimately determine which party will control the Senate. Meantime, early voting is in full swing, with data showing more than 1.6 million people having cast their ballots. Tia Mitchell, Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBSN's Tom Hanson with her analysis.
$900 billion COVID-19 relief deal passed
After months of disagreement, Republicans and Democrats agreed to a $900 billion coronavirus compromise economic relief package. They also passed a $1.4 trillion bill to fund the government through next September. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Video shows NYC Republicans dancing at maskless holiday party
"COVID conga lines are not smart," New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said of the party that was held amid a worsening coronavirus pandemic.
Trump meets with GOP allies on longshot bid to challenge electoral votes
White House chief of staff Mark Meadows confirmed the meeting, teasing "stay tuned."
Over 1 million early ballots cast in Georgia runoffs
Early voting is underway in Georgia for two highly contested Senate runoffs, which will determine which party controls the U.S. Senate. Democrat Raphael Warnock is facing off against Republican Senator Kelly Loeffler, and Democrat John Ossoff is challenging GOP incumbent David Perdue. Reporter Emma Hurt from NPR station WABE in Atlanta joins CBSN with more on the campaigns.
One on one with Senator Tim Kaine
Virginia Senator Tim Kaine, a former 2016 Democratic vice presidential nominee, is now campaigning on behalf of Democrats in Georgia's Senate runoff. He joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss why he thinks Georgia Republican Senators Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue are guilty of "anti-democratic" behavior.
New demands stalling COVID-19 relief bill
The $900 billion relief bill is hanging in the balance after GOP Senator Pat Toomey tried to insert a provision. Nancy Cordes shares the latest.
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