Trump approval slipping among Latinos, but Democrats haven't made major gains
Recent polling shows a majority of Hispanics disapprove of the way President Trump is handling his job as president, but it hasn't translated into support for Democrats.
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Iowa Democrat Josh Turek hopes to flip Senate
Iowa will have an open Senate seat in the 2026 midterms after Republican Sen. Joni Ernst announced she would not run for reelection. Josh Turek, a Democratic Iowa state representative running for the Senate, joins to discuss his bid to flip the Hawkeye State.
Examining political messaging around shutdown
Republicans and Democrats are continuing to trade blame for the government shutdown as the standstill enters its second day. Eleanor Mueller, congressional reporter for Semafor, and Julia Manchester, national political reporter for The Hill, join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Welch on health care concerns fueling shutdown
The federal government shutdown stretched into its second day on Thursday with no sign of a deal. Democratic Sen. Peter Welch of Vermont joins "The Takeout" to discuss the stakes of the fight.
How the 2025 government shutdown is unique
The Trump administration appears poised to use the government shutdown to accelerate federal workforce firings and end federal programs it dislikes. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Analyzing the government shutdown blame game
Democrats and Republicans are pointing fingers at each other over the government shutdown. Political strategists Kendra Barkoff Lamy and Leslie Sanchez join to weigh in on the blame game.
Where talks to end government shutdown stand
The federal government shut down on Wednesday, with Congress failing to reach a funding deal before a midnight deadline. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest on talks to broker a deal.
Shutdown likely after Senate votes fail
The Senate failed to pass stopgap funding measures from either party on Tuesday, setting the stage for a midnight federal government shutdown. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has the latest.
Who benefits from a government shutdown?
Barring a breakthrough, the federal government will shut down just after midnight. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" with analysis.
Sen. Duckworth on Trump's military address
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Trump summoned U.S. military generals and admirals from around the world to Quantico, Virginia, for an unprecedented gathering on Tuesday. Combat veteran and Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois joins "The Takeout" with her reaction.
Rep. DelBene on looming government shutdown
The federal government is set to shut down just after midnight, unless lawmakers reach a bipartisan breakthrough. Democratic Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Kelly Loeffler on government shutdown impact
Democrats and Republicans remain at odds as the federal government is set to shut down at midnight without congressional action. Kelly Loeffler, administrator of the Small Business Administration, joins "The Takeout" to discuss how a shutdown would impact her agency.
The politics surrounding Comey's indictment
James Comey was once the nation's top law enforcement official as FBI director. Now he's a criminal defendant. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Joel Payne join "The Takeout" to weigh in on the politics behind the Justice Department's decision.
Trump blames Democrats for looming shutdown
Officials from the White House have told federal agencies to prepare for mass layoffs if the government is unable to avert a shutdown by next week, according to a memo from the Office of Management and Budget. President Trump spoke on that warning Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Pamela Evette on South Carolina governor bid
South Carolina's next gubernatorial election is more than a year away, but it's already gearing up to be an extremely competitive race. Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, who is one of the several Republicans vying for the role, joins "The Takeout" to discuss her bid.
Jeffries slams Trump for canceling talks
President Trump has canceled a meeting with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The three had planned on discussing ways to avert a government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Rep. Santos speaks after arraignment
Rep. George Santos of New York spoke to the media Wednesday after he was arraigned on federal charges of fraud, money laundering and other crimes. Santos pleaded not guilty in court and told reporters, "I will prove myself innocent." Watch his remarks, and then CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins us to discuss the charges and Santos' comments.
Colin Allred on running for Senate again
Former Texas Rep. Colin Allred's lost his bid to oust Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024. The Democrat is running again, this time for the seat currently held by Republican Sen. John Cornyn. Allred joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of his bid.
Congress goes on recess without funding deal
The federal government could be on the verge of a potential shutdown after the House and Senate left town without agreeing on a stopgap funding measure. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Missouri Democrat sounds off on redistricting
The Missouri State Legislature passed its newly-redrawn congressional map last week, which reshapes Missouri's Fifth Congressional District to make it more conservative. Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, whose reelection chances could be minimized by the change, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.
Extended interview: Rep. James Comer
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett interviews Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky about his letter urging tech CEOs to testify on the radicalization of social media platforms users. Plus, Comer reacts to his committee's work surrounding both the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and former President Joe Biden's autopen use.
Comer says some Biden pardons could be undone
Republicans, including President Trump, have criticized former President Joe Biden's use of the autopen, alleging it was part of an effort to cover up cognitive decline. Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky told CBS News' Major Garrett that some Biden moves could be undone. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Justin Sayfie join "The Takeout" to discuss.
House GOP unveils proposal to avoid shutdown
House Republicans have unveiled their proposal to avoid a government shutdown. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
Oklahoma GOP mayor makes case for diversity
Diversity has become a somewhat controversial word in the Republican Party. Despite that, Oklahoma City's GOP mayor, David Holt, penned an op-ed in The New York Times in favor of it. Holt joins "The Takeout" to discuss his stance.
How Charlie Kirk influenced U.S. conservatism
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was a fixture in both Trump administrations, forming a close bond with the president and his children. Robert Draper of The New York Times, who wrote a definitive profile of Kirk, joins "The Takeout" to discuss his impact on U.S. conservatism.
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