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.
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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.
Rubenstein on how sports transcend politics
The killing of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk underscored the frightful toll of political division and fear. In a conversation CBS News' Major Garrett had with billionaire and Baltimore Orioles owner David Rubenstein just days before the shooting, they discussed how sports transcends politics in terms of creating shared spaces where partisan uniforms are set aside.
A look at recent acts of political violence
Members of Congress are now canceling events and looking for more security after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The shooting marks the latest instance of political violence in the U.S. CBS News' Major Garrett and Nikole Killion have more.
College students discuss Charlie Kirk's impact
Political activist Charlie Kirk was a prominent voice for young conservatives who sought to mobilize the youth vote and ensure it turned out at the polls. Dillon Burns, president of Indiana University's Republican club, Stella Ross, a member of that group, and Christian Martin, vice president of the University of Alabama's Democratic club, join "The Takeout" to discuss Kirk's influence.
Ex-Trump official on Charlie Kirk's influence
Political activist Charlie Kirk's conservative youth turnout operation helped President Trump get elected in 2024. Former White House Principal Deputy Press Secretary Harrison Fields joins "The Takeout" to discuss Kirk's impact.
Speaker Johnson condemns Charlie Kirk shooting
House Speaker Mike Johnson led the chamber in a moment of silence and prayer Wednesday following the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Looking at Charlie Kirk's political influence
The CEO and founder of the conservative organization Turning Point USA, Charlie Kirk, was shot and killed while speaking to an audience on the campus of Utah Valley University Wednesday. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Weijia Jiang report.
How Charlie Kirk left his mark on the GOP
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event in Utah on Wednesday. Molly Ball, a longtime political reporter; Olivier Knox, senior national correspondent for U.S. News and World Report; and Robert Costa, CBS News chief Washington analyst, join "The Takeout" to unpack Kirk's impact on the Republican Party.
Examining the rise of U.S. political violence
The shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk follows several incidents of political violence in the U.S. Matthew Continetti, director of domestic policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Sen. Jack Reed on Charlie Kirk's death
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event in Utah on Wednesday. Democratic Sen. Jack Reed of Rhode Island joins "The Takeout" with his reaction.
White House concerns after Kirk shooting
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk shooting, sources tell CBS News that the White House has held discussions about increasing security for Trump administration officials who don't currently receive protection. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Ex-RNC Chair Whatley on Charlie Kirk's impact
Political activist Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event in Utah on Wednesday. Michael Whatley, former chair of the Republican National Committee, joins "The Takeout" to remember Kirk.
Witness on Charlie Kirk shooting timeline
Charlie Kirk, a conservative political activist, died on Wednesday after being shot at a university event in Utah. Christian Overton, an eyewitness, joins CBS News to recount the moment.
Texas Democrat James Talarico on Senate bid
Democratic Texas State Rep. James Talarico on Tuesday announced a bid for U.S. Senate. Talarico joins "The Takeout" to discuss his decision to run in the heavily red-leaning state.
Trump denies writing birthday note to Epstein
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday that "it's very clear President Trump did not draw this picture, and he did not sign it" after Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released a birthday message allegedly written by Mr. Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday. CBS News White House reporter Taurean Small has more.
Poll: Americans weigh in on presidential power
Americans shared how they feel about President Trump's power and his troop deployments in a new CBS News poll. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings.
Alleged Trump message for Epstein released
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee received materials Monday from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including a birthday book containing an explicit message allegedly from President Trump to Epstein. Mr. Trump has denied writing the message. Barry Levine, author of the book "The Spider: Inside the Criminal Web of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell," joined CBS News to discuss.
Missouri begins redistricting special session
The Missouri Legislature has begun the process to redraw the state's congressional maps, joining Texas and California. Lawmakers are expected to pass a bill that would give Republicans in the state an opportunity to win seven seats in the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News political director Fin Gómez examines the move's potential impact.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein speak out
The survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein called for transparency and accountability from the U.S. government at a news conference on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Caitlin Huey-Burns report.
Trump, Democrats considering 2026 conventions
President Trump and the Democratic National Committee are considering holding party conventions ahead of the 2026 midterms. Daniella Diaz, Congress reporter for NOTUS, and Sabrina Rodriguez, politics reporter for The Washington Post, join "The Takeout" to discuss the day's news coming out of Capitol Hill.
Epstein survivors call for release of files
Several survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell spoke at the Capitol on Wednesday to seek accountability and transparency. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
GOP Rep. Tim Moore on looming funding deadline
Lawmakers returning to Capitol Hill on Tuesday are taking on a lengthy to-do list, including averting a potential government shutdown. Republican Rep. Tim Moore of North Carolina joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
GOP needs Democratic votes to fund government
Congress has returned from its summer break with a long to-do list that includes a September 30 deadline to fund the government and avert a possible shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
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