Zohran Mamdani projected to become NYC mayor
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has won the New York City mayoral race, CBS News projects. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Ed O'Keefe reports, Lilia Luciano and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.
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New York City mayoral race leans Mamdani
With polls closed in New York City, CBS News rates the mayoral race there as leaning toward Zohran Mamdani. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Anthony Salvanto have the latest.
Trump on key state and local elections
While Tuesday's elections are local and statewide races, the outcomes will serve as a major test of President Trump's second term. President Trump himself has already weighed in on the New York City race, saying voters have "no choice" but to vote for former Gov. Andrew Cuomo for mayor. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Sen. Ruben Gallego on Mamdani, 2025 elections
Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego of Arizona has campaigned for his fellow party members running for governor in Virginia and New Jersey ahead of Election Day. Gallego joins "The Takeout" with his election night predictions.
NY, NJ, Virginia voters deciding key races
It's election night in the U.S., and voters across the country are headed to the polls for high-stakes races that could give an early indication of how the country is feeling about the two political parties and President Trump. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Lilia Luciano, Katrina Kaufman and Taurean Small have all the latest.
Will Trump's lagging ratings boost Democrats?
President Trump may not be on the ballot Tuesday night, but his presidency could be pushing more people to the polls. Political strategists Terry Sullivan and Kendra Barkoff Lamy join "The Takeout" to discuss.
First look at Election Day 2025 exit polls
Tuesday's elections in New York City, New Jersey, Virginia and California will offer a mini-referendum on the first nine months of President Trump's second term. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Ed O'Keefe, Lilia Luciano and Fin Gómez have the latest.
Latest on Election Day in several states
Election Day is here for voters in several states. CBS News' Taurean Small, Lilia Luciano, Katrina Kaufman and Hunter Woodall have the latest information on the key races being watched across the country.
Key races in New York, New Jersey and Virginia
The New York mayoral race and the closely-watched governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia are underway on Election Day. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Jericka Duncan and Nikole Killion have the latest.
Key Election Day races
Today is Election Day 2025 and several local and state races could help determine the future of the Democratic Party. CBS News' Jarred Hill and Natalie Brand report.
Trump weighs in on New York City mayoral race
In his "60 Minutes" interview, President Trump weighed in on the race for mayor of New York City. Mr. Trump has declined to endorse the Republican nominee, Curtis Sliwa, and calls the Democratic Party nominee, Zohran Mamdani, a communist. Ed O'Keefe is covering the race.
What voters will decide on Election Day 2025
Tuesday is Election Day for millions of Americans across New York, New Jersey, Virginia and California. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins to preview the contests.
New poll reveals how Democrats view socialism
A new CBS News poll shows how Democrats view socialism and capitalism. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the findings. Then, Olivia Reingold and Rob Henderson, who both write for The Free Press, which is owned by CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, join with analysis.
Sources: Obama, Mamdani hold phone call
Former President Barack Obama rallied with Virginia's Democratic candidate for governor, Abigail Spanberger, on Saturday, a move he has not made for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. But sources tell CBS News that Obama called Mamdani and praised his campaign in a private phone call over the weekend. Political strategists Faiz Shakir, John McCarthy and Erin Maguire join with analysis.
Tom Suozzi on why he's not backing Mamdani
Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi of New York is backing Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race over Zohran Mamdani, the winner of the city's Democratic primary. Suozzi joins "The Takeout" to explain why.
Early voting ends in NYC with record turnout
A record-breaking number of New Yorkers cast early ballots in the 2025 race for mayor. New York political strategists Howard Wolfson and Alyssa Cass join "The Takeout" with analysis.
What NYC power players think about Mamdani
Patrick Gaspard, a former executive director for the Democratic National Committee, has helped connect New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani with many of the city's power players, according to The New York Times. Gaspard joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Bernie Sanders on Mamdani, NYC mayoral race
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders joins "The Takeout" to discuss his support for Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, one day before Election Day.
Diving into Democratic Socialists of America
As Zohran Mamdani's campaign continues to draw national and even international attention, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett takes a deeper look at the state of socialism in America and Mamdani's rise.
On the ground in NYC ahead of Election Day
Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa are making their final cases for why they should be mayor of New York City. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe hit the streets one day before Election Day to speak with New Yorkers.
Obama stops short of endorsing Zohran Mamdani
Former President Barack Obama has praised Zohran Mamdani's campaign for New York City mayor, but he's stopped short of endorsing him. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
Key state and local elections heat up
Races in New York and New Jersey are heating up ahead of polls opening for Tuesday's Election Day. CBS News' political director Fin Gomez has the latest.
Trump: "Hard for me" to give money to NYC if "communist" Mamdani is mayor
Days before Election Day, the president told correspondent Norah O'Donnell that he would potentially withhold federal funds if front-runner Zohran Mamdani wins the election for NYC mayor.
Polls tighten ahead of Election Day
The mayoral race in New York City is tightening ahead of Tuesday's Election Day. Meanwhile, the race for New Jersey governor between Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill heated up with an appearance from former President Barack Obama at a rally for Sherrill over the weekend. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Important 2025 Election Day races
Voters are headed to the polls for key elections in New York, Virginia, California and New Jersey. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Rina Shah join CBS News with more.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence "points in a different direction."
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder in wife's death
A jury has found Massachusetts man Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana Walshe.
Brown University shooting victims identified
The two people who were killed in a shooting at Brown University on Saturday have been identified as students Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov.
"Australia's not a home for Jews anymore," Bondi victim's daughter says
Sheina Gutnick's dad came to Australia to escape persecution for his Jewish faith, and his murder in Bondi has left her feeling "betrayed by the government."
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
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Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
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Brown shooting manhunt continues as mayor urges people to share tips
Authorities released a person of interest after determining that the evidence in the Brown University shooting "points in a different direction."
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
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What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
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Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Trump disparages Rob Reiner's political views a day after his murder
Actor and director Robert Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home over the weekend.
4 members of far-left group charged for alleged terror plot in California
Attorney General Pam Bondi said the FBI and Justice Department thwarted "what would have been a massive and horrific terror plot" in Southern California.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
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"Australia's not a home for Jews anymore," Bondi victim's daughter says
Sheina Gutnick's dad came to Australia to escape persecution for his Jewish faith, and his murder in Bondi has left her feeling "betrayed by the government."
Army identifies two American soldiers killed in attack in Syria
Two members of the Iowa National Guard and a U.S. civilian interpreter were killed in Palmyra, Syria on Saturday after an ISIS gunman ambushed them, according to the Pentagon.
Rabbis, a young girl and a Holocaust survivor among Bondi Beach victims
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Leaders say Australia needs tougher gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
For the second time in 3 decades, Australian leaders have vowed to respond quickly to a mass shooting with tighter gun ownership laws.
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Touting Warner Bros. offer, Netflix execs vow to keep releasing movies
Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos sought in a letter to tamp down concerns that the streaming giant is not committed to the movie business.
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In this Aug. 15, 2010 "Sunday Morning" profile, actor, writer and director Rob Reiner talked with Russ Mitchell about starring in the classic sitcom "All in the Family," and directing such hits as "Stand By Me," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally" and "A Few Good Men."
Hollywood stars, politicians react to deaths of Rob Reiner and his wife
Tributes and condolences have poured in for the prolific director, actor and activist Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, who were found dead Sunday in their home in Los Angeles.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner and wife Michele, arrested for their murders
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
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Spotify says it's investigating after thousands of users report outages
Tens of thousands of Spotify users reported outages on Monday, with some saying they had lost access to their playlists.
Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
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CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Police: Reiner's son booked on murder charges
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife, was arrested and booked on murder charges in his parents' deaths, Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said. The Hollywood icon and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home late Sunday afternoon.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder
A jury found Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana on New Year's Day in 2023 in their Massachusetts home. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins with more details.
Brown University student describes shooting
Refath Bari, a physics student in the master's program at Brown University, told CBS News 24/7 that he ran as fast as he could after he realized he was hearing gunshots on Saturday. He described it as a "mass scramble."
Brown University victims identified
The two students killed in the Brown University shooting have been identified as Ella Cook and Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov. Police are still searching for the gunman after they released a person of interest on Sunday. CBS News' Jarred Hill has the latest details.
Source: Reiner's daughter discovered parents
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele's daughter discovered her parents' bodies in their Los Angeles home and called the police, a source confirmed for CBS News. Nick Reiner, one of the couple's sons, is in custody, jail records show.
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Lawmakers race to address health care costs
Congressional lawmakers are racing address health care costs as Affordable Care Act credits are set to expire Dec. 31. The House is set to vote on a Republican-led plan this week. CBS News' Taurean Small has the latest.
Police: Reiner's son booked on murder charges
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife, was arrested and booked on murder charges in his parents' deaths, Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell said. The Hollywood icon and his wife were found dead in their Los Angeles home late Sunday afternoon.
U.S. thwarts alleged California terror plot
The U.S. thwarted an alleged terror plot in California by members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front, a far-left anti-government group, authorities said. The members were allegedly planning to carry out the bomb attacks across Southern California on New Year's Eve. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the latest.
Latest U.S.-Ukraine talks wrap in Berlin
The latest meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner wrapped in Berlin on Monday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest details.
Brian Walshe convicted of first-degree murder
A jury found Brian Walshe guilty of first-degree murder in the death of his wife Ana on New Year's Day in 2023 in their Massachusetts home. Legal analyst Jennifer Roman joins with more details.