Poll analysis on cost of living and whether political parties have answers
Big majorities of Americans have said their incomes are not keeping up with inflation, and feel the president isn't focused enough on the issue.
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Ruby Chen shares memories of Lindsey Graham
Ruby Chen, the father of slain Israeli-American IDF soldier Itay Chen, shares his experiences with the late Sen. Lindsey Graham after the October 7, 2023, attacks.
Lindsey Graham's casket enters the Capitol
Lindsey Graham's casket arrived at the U.S. Capitol as attendees pay their respects to the late senator. CBS News' Taurean Small has more on Graham's legacy.
Senate rejects Trump war powers limit
The Senate failed to pass a resolution to limit President Trump's powers in the Iran war soon after the House passed a similar measure. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Latest on key Trump nominations
President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, has advanced to the next stage in the Senate's nomination process. Meanwhile, another Senate committee will vote Thursday on Mr. Trump's pick for attorney general, Todd Blanche. Jeffrey Epstein victims urge senators to reject Blanche. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump picks to win in Arizona primaries: AP
Republican candidates endorsed by President Trump will win key races in Arizona's primary elections, the Associated Press projects. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
What's in the GOP budget resolution?
The Republicans' budget resolution includes $60 billion for the Pentagon, $13 billion for national intelligence, $12 billion in farm assistance and $10 billion for elections, including grants for states adopting President Trump's stricter voter ID laws. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn breaks it down.
Darline Graham joins SC Senate race
After the death of South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, his sister, Darline Graham, stepped in to serve out the remainder of his term. Now, she says she plans to run for the full term. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more details.
Trump encourages Darline Graham to run for Lindsey Graham's seat
Darline Graham indicated in a White House meeting Thursday that she's weighing a bid, CBS News confirmed. A day later, President Trump wrote on Truth Social: "RUN, DARLINE, RUN! "
Mullin speaks on election security
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin spoke about election security a day after President Trump claimed during his primetime address that China interfered in the 2020 election. CBS News' Jake Rosen joins to discuss Mullin's remarks.
GOP considers South Carolina Senate nominees
Darline Graham Nordone, the sister of late South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, will serve out the remainder of his term. Meanwhile, Republicans are discussing potential candidates who could compete for the nomination in the upcoming special primary. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
SCOTUS lifts political party spending limits
The Supreme Court has lifted limits on how much money political parties can spend on congressional campaigns ahead of the midterms. In a 6-3 vote, the justices found the Federal Election Campaign Act violated the First Amendment. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Trump announces GOP midterm convention
President Trump announced that Republicans will hold a midterm convention in Texas as his party ramps up efforts to sway voters and maintain power through the 2026 election. Texas GOP chair D'rinda Randall joins CBS News with more on the event.
Rep. Kean reveals depression diagnosis
New Jersey Republican Rep. Tom Kean was back on Capitol Hill Tuesday, where he announced his four-month, previously unexplained absence from Congress was due to depression. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Supreme Court strikes down coordinated campaign spending limits
The Supreme Court struck down federal limits on the amount of money a political committee can spend in coordination with federal candidates.
House standoff over voter ID bill
House Republican leaders canceled all votes planned for Friday amid the standoff over the SAVE America Act, a voting regulations bill. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
Trump has shouting match on Capitol Hill
President Trump threw Capitol Hill into turmoil on Wednesday, abruptly canceling plans to sign a bill aimed at lowering housing costs. His closed-door luncheon with Republican senators turned into a shouting match over the war in Iran. The president wants senators to pass a different bill that would change voting rules. Caitlin Huey Burns reports.
Sources: Trump, Cassidy have spat in meeting
President Trump had a testy meeting with Senate Republicans on Wednesday. Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said he lost his temper and Trump raised his voice, but the president said, "We have a really well unified party." CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Georgia and Alabama GOP runoffs and more primaries to watch today
Voters are casting ballots in four states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday, including the runoff race in Georgia to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Breaking down Maine, South Carolina primaries
Despite a string of recently revealed controversies surrounding his past, Graham Platner won the Democratic primary for Maine's Senate seat on Tuesday night. He'll face off against incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more on this and South Carolina's gubernatorial primary results.
Florida Supreme Court keeps redistricted congressional map in place
In a 6-1 ruling, the court determined the First District Court of Appeal should consider the merits of the case before it weighs in on the matter.
House approves new funding for Ukraine
The House of Representatives approved new funding for Ukraine after 18 Republicans broke with GOP leaders and voted with Democrats. Eleanor Mueller, Semafor White House economic policy reporter, and Igor Bobic, U.S. Senate reporter for NOTUS, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
John Cornyn facing Ken Paxton in Texas runoff
Texas voters went to the polls on Tuesday for the Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Trump-backed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports.
Trump backs Ken Paxton
President Trump has announced his support for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is challenging incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, in the state's Republican primary. Trump-backed challengers have already successfully defeated at least two incumbent candidates targeted by the president. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Rep. Massie is latest GOP incumbent to lose primary after Trump backs challenger
President Trump endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
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