California voters polled on Prop 50
Democrats in California want to add more of their party's seats to Congress, but they need voters' approval first. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has the data on how voters are feeling about the redistricting effort.
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Trump meets with Republicans amid shutdown
President Trump is urging Republican lawmakers not to compromise with Democrats over ending the government shutdown. He met with Republican senators at the White House Tuesday, saying he wants the government to be funded before any budget negotiations. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nikole Killion have more.
Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio on shutdown
Neither Republicans nor Democrats are backing down as the government shutdown reaches Day 21. Pennsylvania Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Rep. Olszewski on health care and shutdown
As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, the House remains in recess and, at Speaker Mike Johnson's direction, is expected to remain so until federal agencies reopen. Democratic Rep. Johnny Olszewski of Maryland joins "The Takeout" with his perspective on the stalemate.
Dr. Oz on state of health care amid shutdown
Democrats and those who caucus alongside them continue to demand negotiations on health care policy to end the government shutdown. Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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DNC set to start process for deciding earliest 2028 primary states
A Democratic National Committee panel has drafted proposed standards to help the party decide which states will be the earliest to vote in the 2028 presidential primaries.
Extended interview: Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand
The Trump administration is working on doubling the United States' financial aid to Argentina to approximately $40 billion. That's angering some Iowa farmers as China buys soybeans from the South American country instead of the U.S. due to the president's trade war. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, also a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Prominent Democrats disagree on shutdown blame
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez railed against Republicans on CNN Wednesday night over the ongoing government shutdown. However, on NewsNation, Democratic Sen. John Fetterman blamed his own party for the closure. Former Michigan Republican Rep. Fred Upton and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne join with analysis.
Iowa state auditor on soybean farmers, more
Iowa farmers are sounding the alarm over the Trump administration's $20 billion bailout for Argentina. Iowa State Auditor Rob Sand, who is also running for governor as a Democrat, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.
Government shutdown to stretch into next week
The Senate failed on Thursday for the 10th time to advance a Republican-led bill to end the government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Justin Pearson on challenging Steve Cohen
Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson, who was briefly expelled from his legislative seat in 2023 after leading a gun safety protest on the floor of the state's General Assembly, has launched a bid to unseat 76-year-old Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen. Pearson argues the party needs new voices and perspectives. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Impact of Louisiana redistricting on Congress
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday in the Louisiana congressional map case, which could have significant implications for the Voting Rights Act. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto examines how the outcome could also affect the balance of power in Congress.
Texas State Rep. Hinojosa enters governor race
The field of Texas Democrats vying for governor got a little more crowded on Wednesday morning with state Rep. Gina Hinojosa entering the race. Hinojosa joins "The Takeout" to discuss her newly-launched campaign.
Judge blocks federal shutdown firings for now
A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily ordered the Trump administration to halt the firing of workers during the government shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more from Capitol Hill.
Letitia James attends rally amid indictment
New York Attorney General Letitia James appeared at a campaign rally for New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani on Monday night, marking her first public appearance since she was indicted by the Trump Justice Department last week. Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" with more.
No Labels chief strategist on group's future
In 2024, No Labels abandoned plans to field a presidential unity ticket. Now, the centrist political group is focusing on local politics. Chief strategist Ryan Clancy joins "The Takeout" to discuss the organization's future.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills kicks off Senate run in critical 2026 race
The seat, held by Republican Sen. Susan Collins, could be one of only a few realistic Senate pickup opportunities for Democrats next year — but Janet Mills will need to contend with a primary battle first.
Shutdown hits Day 13 with no end in sight
Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said Democrats and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer were taking "the entire federal government hostage over a health care policy dispute" and blamed them for the ongoing government shutdown. Dave Levinthal, contributing editor for NOTUS, and Nicholas Wu, congressional reporter for Politico, join "The Takeout" to discuss the state of talks.
Rep. Hunt looks to unseat Sen. Cornyn
Sen. John Cornyn is in a tight race with Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for the state's Republican Senate primary, but they've got a new competitor after Rep. Wesley Hunt announced last week he's putting his name on the ballot. Hunt joins "The Takeout" to discuss his bid.
7 federal agencies see layoffs amid shutdown
The Trump administration has issued layoff notices to more than 4,000 federal workers as the government shutdown enters its 13th day. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Trump's approval ratings steady in low 40s
CBS News' most recent polling shows President Trump's approval ratings have largely remained unchanged, sitting at 42% and have stayed comfortably in that range since July. Carly Cooperman, CEO of Schoen-Cooperman Research and opinion contributor for The Hill, joins "The Takeout" to dive deeper into the numbers and discuss whether they matter to Mr. Trump's success.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills expected to jump into crucial Senate race, sources say
Maine Gov. Janet Mills is expected to launch a campaign for Senate on Tuesday, two Democratic sources told CBS News — vying to challenge longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Lawmakers clash over delayed Epstein vote
Speaker Mike Johnson is keeping the House chamber in recess during the government shutdown. The move is upsetting lawmakers who want to hold a vote on releasing the full Jeffrey Epstein files. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Chuck Rocha join with analysis.
Sen. Lankford on shutdown passing 1-week mark
As the government shutdown passes the one-week mark, Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of negotiations.
Congressional redistricting efforts continue
Utah lawmakers have pushed through a new congressional map giving Republicans an advantage in all four of the state's districts. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
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Brown University shooting suspect found dead, also killed MIT professor, officials say
The Brown University shooting suspect was found dead in a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire. Authorities believe he is also responsible for killing an MIT professor.
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Justice Department set to release trove of Epstein files today
The Justice Department expects to release "several hundred thousand" records from the Epstein files today, a top official said. Follow live updates here.
Noem says Brown suspect got U.S. visa through diversity lottery, pauses program
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem said late Thursday the Trump administration will pause the diversity visa lottery program, which she said was used by alleged Brown University shooter Claudio Manuel Neves Valente.
What we know about the suspect in the Brown and MIT professor shootings
Officials say the same gunman who opened fire at Brown University also killed an MIT professor two days later. Here's what we know about the suspect, who was found dead Thursday night.
Ex-special counsel Jack Smith's lawyers re-up call for him to testify publicly
Jack Smith, who oversaw two investigations into President Trump, appeared before the House Judiciary Committee for a closed-door deposition Wednesday.
Australia announces gun buyback plan just days after Bondi Beach attack
Australia will use a sweeping buyback scheme to "get guns off our streets," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday.
Ukraine claims strike on oil tanker as Putin plays down peace prospects
Putin claims no "willingness from Ukraine" to negotiate a peace deal as he touts battlefield gains, and Kyiv claims a brazen strike on a ship far from Russia.
Tipster using Reddit was key in cracking Brown University shooting case, police say
Information from a tipster who posted on Reddit about a strange encounter with another man was key in cracking the Brown University and MIT shootings cases, police say.
Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.