More races called as Democratic majority comes into focus
President Trump is swapping out his chief of staff after Republicans' losses in the midterms, with more than 20 House races unresolved. Follow live updates.
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Trump says he offered UFC's Dana White the press secretary role
The role of the White House press secretary has been largely vacant since Karoline Leavitt stepped aside in August.
Trump installs Stephen Miller as chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles
"I wanted to make a change," President Trump said, explaining the major staffing shakeup.
Latest on Trump replacing Wiles with Miller
President Trump is replacing Susie Wiles as his chief of staff. Here's how Stephen Miller could take on the role.
Trump replaces Wiles with Miller
President Trump announced on social media that Stephen Miller will replace Susie Wiles as his chief of staff. Tony Dokoupil anchored this special report.
Trump files appeal in "hush money" case
Judges grilled President Trump's lawyers on Thursday as they try to get his conviction in the Stormy Daniels "hush money" case thrown out. The president was convicted of 34 felonies by a unanimous jury tied to a 2016 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Now, his team argues that some of the evidence presented to jurors may be subject to presidential immunity. CBS News legal analyst Jessica Levinson has more.
Pete Hegseth vows to continue war with Iran
Some Republicans said the midterm elections reflected the worst campaign in political history, with their party losing control of both the House and the Senate. Now, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth may be losing his job, facing bipartisan impeachment threats. Weijia Jiang has more.
Democrats' top priorities once sworn in
After the Democratic midterm sweep, the officials will be tasked with delivering on their campaign promises once sworn in. CBS News' Fin Gómez breaks down their top priorities and Marc Caputo looks ahead to 2028.
What's next after the blue tsunami?
Democrats won control of the House and Senate. Here's what could come next.
Trump on Iran war costing GOP the midterms
President Trump agreed with Vice President JD Vance that the Iran war may have cost Republicans during the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Aaron MacLean have more details.
Democrats' election rout is poised to reorder federal health policy
Democrats' retaking of Congress doesn't change President Trump's control of the veto pen — making the new majority's aspirations to reverse changes to Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and other safety net programs an uphill climb.
Political strategists react to blue tsunami
Republican strategist Mark Bednar and Democratic strategist Hyma Moore weigh in on Democrats' stunning performance in the 2026 midterm elections.
Trump speaks to reporters on midterms
President Trump told reporters at a beam signing ceremony that if he had been on the midterm ballot, Republicans would have won following major GOP losses on Tuesday.
Trump vows to veto Democrats
CBS News' Weijia Jiang discusses her phone call with President Trump after Democrats won control of the House and Senate.
What voters said about Trump in exit polls
Democrats took control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections. Weijia Jiang shares President Trump's reaction to the news and Major Garrett analyzes exit poll insights on his presidency.
Exit polls: Trump making economy worse
CBS News polled voters across the country, and 44% said their financial situation is worse than it was two years ago, while 65% said President Trump's policies have worsened U.S. economic conditions. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett discuss the polling numbers.
New Jersey's governor warns ports against accepting Russian diesel
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said ports and terminal operators receiving shipments of Russian diesel could face criminal penalties.
The importance of voting
President Trump's Department of Justice deployed a record number of election monitors to polling sites across the U.S. Democracy Forward President Skye Perryman speaks about the importance of voting and democracy.
Trump on U.S. funds for Israel
President Trump suggested that the U.S. will bring its funding for Israel to a close in a recent interview. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The Iran war's impact on voters
President Trump shared some mixed messaging on Iran ahead of the midterm elections. This comes as the war's economic consequences weigh heavily on many. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more.
Midterm election races to watch
President Trump and candidates across the country made their final pitches ahead of Tuesday's Election Day. Weijia Jiang, Ed O'Keefe and Major Garrett have more.
Breaking down Iowa's midterm races
Republican Senate candidate Rep. Ashley Hinson told CBS News she's an "Iowa common sense conservative" as she works to secure votes in her tight race with Democrat Josh Turek. CBS news' Lana Zak has more.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's request in California mail ballots dispute
Earlier Monday, the Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to order California election officials to set aside mail ballots from 20,000 people it alleges are noncitizens.
Trump touts renovation projects in D.C.
President Trump made his final pitch to voters from the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., on Monday. He held up photos of his various renovation projects, rather than take on cost-of-living issues, which voters say matter to them most. Weijia Jiang has more details on his closing pitch and Ed O'Keefe has the races to watch on Election Day.
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