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Trump endorses Paxton in Texas Senate race ahead of runoff
President Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday in the Texas Senate race, seeking to bring to an end a costly contest just a week ahead of the scheduled runoff.
Spencer Pratt on his chances of becoming L.A. mayor
The race for Los Angeles mayor is heating up following a spirited first debate on Wednesday night. Spencer Pratt, a registered Republican, spoke with CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi about his campaign in the non-partisan race.
Spencer Pratt compares his fledgling political career to Obama's national rise
Spencer Pratt has said he was compelled to launch his unlikely mayoral run after his home was destroyed in last year's devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
Trump largely succeeds in upending Indiana state Senate over redistricting
President Trump had backed challengers to Indiana state senators who voted against his redistricting plan — and on Tuesday, most of them won.
Tennessee, Alabama considering redistricting
The nationwide partisan congressional redistricting push has come to Tennessee and Alabama. CBS News' Nicole Valdes and Shawna Mizelle report.
House GOP touts record fundraising haul in first three months of 2026
The National Republican Congressional Committee, House Republicans' campaign arm, is touting a record-breaking fundraising haul to start the 2026 midterm cycle, the committee chairman told CBS News.
White House eyes alleged Utah scandal as GOP frets about redistricting loss
White House officials are leaning on Utah Republicans to further examine ethics concerns regarding a relationship between two key players in a key gerrymandering case, sources told CBS News.
Billionaires, dark money fuel questions ahead of 2026 midterms
The ultra-wealthy donor class is getting ready to pour tens of millions into the fall elections that will decide which party will control Congress.
How Iran war could impact GOP in midterms
A new CNN poll shows President Trump's approval rating for his handling of the economy has dropped to 31%. That comes as gas prices continue to rise due to the war in Iran. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more on what that all means for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.
Chad Bianco on Bondi firing, ballot seizures
Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican running for California governor, joins "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign, his investigation into alleged election fraud, President Trump's firing of Pam Bondi and more.
Trump advisers fear GOP midterm losses as gas prices spike
White House officials have been trying to drum up new strategies to prevent a GOP wipeout in the midterm elections.
RNC considering Dallas to host special midterm convention
RNC representatives toured the American Airlines Center last month.
House GOP rejects Senate bill to fund DHS
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA employees could begin receiving paychecks again as early as Monday, after President Trump signed an executive order to restore their pay. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more from Capitol Hill.
Takeaways from Illinois primary elections
The matchup is set for November's general election to replace longtime Sen. Dick Durbin in Illinois. CBS News projects that Lieutenant Gov. Juliana Stratton will come out on top in the Democratic Party's primary election. She will face off against former Republican State Party Chair Don Tracy. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
GOP begins SAVE Act debate
The Senate began debating the SAVE Act on Tuesday, the bill President Trump has urged Republicans in Congress to pass. The legislation would require proof of citizenship to register to vote, along with photo identification to cast a ballot. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Trump says he will endorse "soon" in Texas GOP Senate runoff
President Trump said the candidate he doesn't endorse in the Texas Republican Senate race should drop out before the May 26 runoff.
Why North Carolina Senate primaries are crucial
In North Carolina, voters are picking the candidates in one of the key Senate races of 2026. The state's incumbent Senator, Republican Thom Tillis, is not seeking reelection, opening the door for Democrats to potentially pick up a seat in November. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more from Raleigh.
Texas voters break early voting record
Texas is holding two highly-watched Senate primary races on Tuesday, with polls closing in just hours. Longtime Republican Sen. John Cornyn is facing a contentious challenge from State Attorney General Ken Paxton and Congressman Wesley Hunt. In the Democratic race, Dallas-area congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is facing state representative James Talarico. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos reports.
The top issues for Arkansas primary voters
Voters in Arkansas have minutes left to cast their ballots in several primary races. At the top of the ticket is incumbent Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders who is running unopposed in her party for reelection. State Sen. Fred Love and businesswoman Supha Xayprasith-Mays are vying for the Democratic nomination for governor. Andrew DeMillo, editor-in-chief of the Arkansas Advocate, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the race.
Growing calls for Tony Gonzales to resign
There are growing calls for Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales to resign amid allegations that he had an affair with his late former aide. Gonzales has so far resisted calls to step down, despite increasing pressure for him to end his re-election bid. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more details.
Poll analysis on words voters pick to describe Republican, Democratic parties
Most voters call the Democratic Party weak, while most describe the GOP as extreme.
Kentucky Rep. James Comer on "The Takeout"
Kentucky Rep. James Comer, the top Republican on the House Oversight Committee, joins Major Garrett on this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss what he plans to do with the committee if the GOP takes over the House and Senate in the upcoming midterm elections.
Republican voters polled on U.S. elections
President Trump is urging Republicans to "nationalize" elections while falsely claiming that he won the 2020 presidential race. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto discusses how voters felt coming out of the 2020 election.
Texas GOP sounds alarm after Dem victory: "Cannot take anything for granted"
In a state Senate race in Fort Worth's Tarrant County, Democrat Taylor Rehmet defeated Republican Leigh Wambsganss by 14 points — a 30-point swing from President Trump's results in 2024.
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