House budget resolution vote expected
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a budget plan that would extend cuts to several parts of government spending. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
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Can Mike Johnson deliver Trump's budget plan?
House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to build support for the Trump-endorsed budget proposal ahead of an expected floor vote this week. Senate Republicans passed their own budget plan Friday. Mario Parker, managing editor of U.S. economy and government for Bloomberg News, and Daniella Diaz, congressional reporter for NOTUS, join "America Decides" to assess Johnson's chances of delivering the president's "one big beautiful bill."
Gov. Lujan Grisham on potential Medicaid cuts
While President Trump insists he won't touch Medicaid, his agenda in Congress tells a very different story. The House is set to vote on a spending plan that could cut Medicaid funding by hundreds of billions of dollars to offset Trump's proposed tax cuts. New Mexico Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joins "America Decides" to discuss how the potential cuts could impact healthcare in her state.
What's in the House GOP budget plan?
The House is expected to vote on a budget plan this week. It will be a key test to see if Republicans can unify around President Trump's agenda. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
House Republicans scramble on budget
House Republicans are still working to pass a budget plan backed by President Trump. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Why Republicans are at odds about budget plans
The Republican-controlled Senate adopted a $340 billion budget blueprint. Next week, the GOP-led House will advance its own proposal. There are some differences in strategy, and President Trump prefers the House approach. Caitlin Huey-Burns explains.
What if Canada became the 51st state?
President Trump has floated the idea of Canada becoming the next state to join the Union. But how it would change the U.S. politically if that happened? CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett walks through a thought experiment.
Where the 2026 House map stands for Democrats
The Cook Political Report is already spotlighting toss-up races to watch in 2026. Erin Covey, U.S. House editor for the Cook Political Report, joins "America Decides" with analysis of the contests that could determine the balance of power in Washington, D.C.
Some GOP members try to make fire aid conditional
A group of House Republicans is asking Congress to include the rollback of California environmental standards as a condition of the state receiving federal wildfire aid. Andy Picon, reporter at E&E News by Politico, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Why Gabbard will likely be confirmed as DNI
The Senate is expected to vote on and confirm Tulsi Gabbard to serve as President Trump's director of national intelligence this week. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
House GOP to move forward with budget plan as Senate pursues competing proposal
Speaker Mike Johnson said House GOP expects to move forward on budget plan this week that lays foundation for approving Trump's agenda.
Trump knocks Time Magazine after Musk cover
President Trump on Friday criticized Time Magazine after the publication put Elon Musk on its cover, saying he "didn't even know" it was still in business. Plus, tensions are growing between House and Senate Republicans over how to approach getting Trump's agenda to his desk. NOTUS political reporters Jasmine Wright and Daniella Diaz join "America Decides" to discuss.
Congressional GOP struggling on immigration
President Trump hasn't been shy about using executive power to advance his agenda, but there are questions about how successful Republicans might be in pushing that same agenda through Congress. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall explains why House and Senate Republicans are so far having a tougher time putting Trump's agenda in place.
Senate Republicans to move forward on Trump agenda as House stalls on budget
Senate Republicans say they'll move forward with their own plan to approve key parts of the Trump agenda beginning next week, amid House delays.
Vasquez on Trump targeting legal immigration
President Trump's sweeping immigration crackdown is also targeting legal ways to enter the U.S. Democratic Rep. Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico joins "America Decides" with his reaction.
Trump huddling with House GOP at retreat
President Trump is hosting House Republicans at his Doral golf resort in Florida for a retreat on legislative efforts. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nancy Cordes have the latest.
House approves Laken Riley Act, sending first bill to Trump's desk
The legislation expands the federal government's mandate to detain undocumented immigrants.
House to vote on Laken Riley Act
The House of Representatives is set to vote on the Laken Riley Act, which would expand mandatory detention to include noncitizens convicted or charged of certain crimes. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Jeffries reacts to the Israel-Hamas deal
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reacted to the news of a deal between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release operation. This comes after 15 months of violent fighting in the Gaza Strip.
House passes ban on transgender students in girls sports
In 2023, the measure had no support from Democrats. This time, it had two Democratic votes.
Newly-elected Democrat on working with GOP
With Republicans in control, how do House Democrats plan to navigate the 119th Congress? Newly-elected Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Sen. Adam Schiff on Los Angeles wildfires
As fire rages in Southern California, questions are starting to be asked about how budget cuts at the state and local levels may have impacted the response. Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff of California joins "America Decides" to discuss.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
Pelosi on if Democrats should work with Trump
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has a long history of opposing President-elect Donald Trump. Pelosi spoke with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan about whether Democrats should work with Trump during his second term.
2 GOP holdouts flip to reelect Johnson as speaker
The 119th Congress kicked off Friday with a contentious House speaker vote. House Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana kept the gavel after some back-and-forth in his party. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Peltola says she "knew nothing about" the other Dan Sullivan
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Patrick Stewart, best known for "Star Trek" and "X-Men," dies at 86
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El-Sayed's faith, family under scrutiny in campaign. Here's what we know.
DOJ issues new subpoenas in Alaska Senate probe
Hegseth fires Pentagon's top military planner over alleged leaks
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