South Carolina Republican extends his gratitude to military members serving overseas in weekly GOP address
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., extends his gratitude to military members serving overseas in the weekly Republican address.
Republican Party
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid called all 100 senators to the floor Thursday and announced he was changing a 96-year-old rule, lowering the hurdle for confirming appointees from 60 votes to a simple majority of 51
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid called all 100 senators to the floor Thursday and announced he was changing a 96-year-old rule, lowering the hurdle for confirming appointees from 60 votes to a simple majority of 51. Republicans say it's a slippery slope. Nancy Cordes reports.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., says Senate Democrats' move to change filibuster rules is a "sad" day for the Senate
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., says Senate Democrats' move to change filibuster rules is a "sad" day for the Senate.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell accuses Democrats of creating a fight over Senate procedure to distract from Obamacare problems
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., accuses Democrats of creating a fight over Senate procedure to distract Americans from Obamacare's problems.
Rep. Trey Radel, R-Fla., admitted he tried to buy cocaine from an undercover police officer, and now faces calls for resignation
Rep. Trey Radel, R-Fla., admitted he tried to buy cocaine from an undercover police officer, and now faces calls for resignation. Nancy Cordes reports.
Campaigns adjust conventions amid pandemic
Democrats and Republicans have made major changes to the plans for their national conventions due to the coronavirus pandemic. Both plan on welcoming their nominees and delegates virtually. Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia Center for Politics, joined CBSN to discuss why he doesn't expect either campaign to see a post-convention bump in poll numbers, plus the impact of this year's Senate elections.
Impact of Biden's choice of Kamala Harris
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and his running mate Senator Kamala Harris will make their first public appearance together Wednesday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss what the latest developments mean for the 2020 race.
QAnon backer wins congressional primary in Georgia
The northwest Georgia district is a Republican-stronghold, meaning she will be the likely winner in November.
Who are "Republican Voters Against Trump"?
The political group Republican Voters Against Trump is gathering testimonials from former Trump supporters who are now backing Joe Biden. New York Times Magazine writer-at-large Jason Zengerle joins CBSN to discuss how the group is seeking to make an impact and how its messages are being received.
Biden clarifies comments about African Americans
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden on Friday clarified an earlier comment which insinuated that the African American community lacks diversity of opinion. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Florida governor blasts unemployment system
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says the state's unemployment system is full of "pointless roadblocks" designed to frustrate people so they give up on filing claims. He said that in an exclusive interview Jim DeFede, an investigative reporter with CBS Miami station WFOR. DeFede joined CBSN's "Red and Blue" with more on that plus the latest on Florida's coronavirus response.
Former education secretary discusses safely returning to school
On "The Takeout" this week, King spoke with host Major Garrett about what measures should be taken to make schools safer amid the coronavirus.
Trump wants to deliver GOP nomination speech at White House. Is that legal?
When asked about Trump's plans, GOP Senator John Thune said, "I assume that's not something that you could do."
Biden won't attend Milwaukee convention
Former Vice President Joe Biden will not be attending the party convention to accept the Democratic nomination this year, and instead will do it remotely. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Tennessee to hold primary for Senate race
On Thursday, Tennessee will hold the Republican and Democratic primaries for the Senate race. Natalie Allison, a state politics reporter for the Tennessean, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a look at what to expect.
Primaries held in five states
Voters in Arizona, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri and Washington headed to the polls for state primaries, and many opted for mail-in voting due to concerns over the coronavirus. David Weigel, a national reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBSN to discuss the races on Tuesday.
GOP confident in Ohio, but Dems think it's within reach
Recent polling suggests the race in Ohio is tightening.
White House, Democrats continue talks on coronavirus bill amid impasse
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told reporters after meeting with White House officials "we're moving down the track."
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Clyburn calls for long-term extension of unemployment
The House Majority Whip says he would support any measure that extended beyond a one-week extension of benefits.
GOP softens position on $600 jobless benefit
White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin are scheduled to meet with Democratic leaders Saturday morning as a program that provided a $600 weekly supplement to unemployment benefits amid the pandemic expired overnight. The federal program has been the subject of fierce debate between President Trump and congressional Republicans, who have recently softened on the subject of an extension, and Democratic lawmakers. Nikole Killion reports on the ongoing negotiations.
Extra $600 in unemployment benefits ends
A vital lifeline for more than 25 million Americans is about to disappear, as closed-door talks to end the $600 unemployment benefits appear to be going nowhere. Nancy Cordes reports.
Republicans dismiss Trump's suggestion to postpone November election
"Never in the history of the country, through wars, depressions and the Civil War, have we ever not had a federally scheduled election on time," Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said.
Capitol Hill debates COVID-19 relief
The clock is ticking for congressional lawmakers to pass another federal stimulus package, as unemployment benefits for roughly 25 million Americans are set to expire this week. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Wall Street Journal's Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Sen. Chuck Schumer on GOP stimulus proposal
Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the GOP proposal for a new stimulus package and what it will take to make a deal.
Live
U.S. reducing troop footprint in Middle East, sources say
American Stephen Hubbard released by Russia, Trump confirms
Witkoff blasted for calling Putin a "humanitarian"
Investigation
Armed federal agents knock on doors looking for noncitizen voters
Supreme Court rejects bid to restrict treatments for trans inmates
Investigation
We tested an experimental weight loss drug. The results were "terrifying."
U.S. ordering some government staff to depart Saudi Arabia
Pope Leo won't need more treatment after cancer surgery, doctors say
