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Political analysts on GOP's win in Virginia
Republican businessman Glenn Youngkin is projected to win the Virginia governor's race, defeating Democratic former Governor Terry McAuliffe. Political strategists Joel Payne and Jennifer Nassour spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about the impact of former President Trump's endorsement of Youngkin and the argument over critical race theory. They also look at why the New Jersey governor's race is so close in what's typically a safe blue state.
Election results suggest GOP could sweep midterms
Republican Glenn Youngkin's victory in Virginia and a tight gubernatorial race in New Jersey are spelling trouble for the Democratic Party's future. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the races and how the results could impact Washington.
How did Youngkin win Virginia governor's race?
CBS News found hot topics like education, taxes and the economy drove voters to the polls for Republican businessman Glenn Youngkin in the Virginia governor's race. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN AM to break down the gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey.
Republican Glenn Youngkin wins in Virginia
Glenn Youngkin is now the first Republican to win a statewide election in Virginia since 2009, after defeating Democrat Terry McAuliffe for the governorship. Reporter Julia Manchester of The Hill joins CBSN AM to discuss the state's top races.
Democratic strategy for midterms after Virginia loss
Republican Glenn Youngkin is the projected winner of the Virginia gubernatorial election, while the race for governor of New Jersey remains a dead heat. That's prompting questions about whether Democrats can keep their congressional majority in the 2022 midterms. CBS News' Michael George reports and Joel Benenson, founder of Benenson Strategy Group and a former member of the Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama campaigns, joined CBSN with analysis of Tuesday night's elections.
Virginia, New Jersey races concern Democrats
In Virginia, CBS News projects that Republican Glenn Youngkin beat Democratic incumbent Terry McAuliffe, who conceded Wednesday, in the race for governor. In New Jersey, incumbent Democrat Phil Murphy was expected to win easily, but the race with Republican challenge Jack Ciattarelli is too close to call. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joined CBSN to discuss these high-profile races.
Youngkin pledges to "reestablish excellence in our schools"
Republican Glenn Youngkin defeated Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe to become the next Virginia governor. In a speech early Wednesday morning, the businessman spoke about reforming the commonwealth's schools, taxes and parole board. Watch his remarks.
Early results from Virginia governor race
Polls have closed in Virginia, and votes are beginning to come in for Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin. According to exit polls, education, economy and taxes were the top issues for voters. CBS News' director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest.
Key issues in two governor's races
On Election Day, most eyes are on the close governor's race in Virginia between former Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe and first-time Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin. In New Jersey, voters will decide whether to give Democratic Governor Phil Murphy a second term or go with former Republican Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster join CBSN to discuss the campaigns.
Election Day for Virginia governor's race
Election Day is the final day for Virginians to cast a vote for governor for either former Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe or first-time candidate Republican Glenn Youngkin. More than 1.1 million Virginians have cast early ballots. Stephen Farnsworth, a professor of political science and international affairs at the University of Mary Washington, breaks down the latest.
Virginia voters cast ballots for governor
Democrat and former Governor Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin are neck-and-neck in the polls and each trying to appeal to voters on national issues. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss this closely watched race.
Virginia's final push before Eleciton Day
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Final push in Virginia governor's race
Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin are trying to rally last-minute support from voters on the final day before the election. Charlotte Rene Woods, local and state government reporter for Charlottesville Tomorrow, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest.
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The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to decide the legality of President Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship. CBS News politics reporter Melissa Quinn has more.
CDC vaccine panel vote on Hepatitis B vaccine
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Disturbing Texas floods 911 calls released
911 calls during the horrific Texas floods that killed dozens have been released. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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