Ocasio-Cortez says Dems have compromised too much
In 60 Minutes' interview, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says she'll be willing to compromise with Republicans on some issues, but that Democrats have already given away too much
Democratic Party
Ocasio-Cortez calls President Trump a racist
The congresswoman says the president uses words "which are historic dog whistles of white supremacy."
Underestimate her? Ocasio-Cortez is fine with that
Here's what Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez -- new to Congress and to politics -- says to people who underestimate her.
Nancy Pelosi: The 2019 "60 Minutes" interview
The speaker of the House tells Lesley Stahl what she thinks of the Mueller report, how she deals with President Trump and the current state of the Democratic Party.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: The "60 Minutes" interview
The youngest woman ever elected to Congress tells "60 Minutes" she thinks President Trump is racist and responds to criticisms she could be pushing the Democratic Party too far to the left. Anderson Cooper reports.
The Trump impeachment inquiry
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff talk with Scott Pelley about the impeachment inquiry of President Trump
Some Democratic donors seek other candidates
A new report in The New York Times details how some Democratic Party insiders are fretting about the state of the primary and wondering if another candidate should jump into the race. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN's "Red and Blue" about the candidates on donors' wishlists.
Biden biographer on former president's legacy
Almost five months after former President Joe Biden left the White House, questions still swirl about how fit for the job he was when he was in the Oval Office. Franklin Foer, who wrote an account of Biden's first two years in office, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the former president's legacy.
Examining Rubio's multiple White House roles
Marco Rubio is not just secretary of state, he's also serving multiple roles in the Trump White House including acting national security adviser, acting USAID head and acting archivist. Political strategists Joel Payne and Terry Sullivan join "The Takeout" to unpack Rubio's growing resume.
Mikie Sherrill on New Jersey governorship bid
Kamala Harris ran 400,000 votes behind Joe Biden in New Jersey in 2024 and that's energized Republicans who see this year's governor's race as a blue state MAGA test case. Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill joins "The Takeout" to discuss her candidacy for governor in the Garden State.
Democrats hold party conventions in 2 states
Top Democrats took the stage in California and South Carolina over the weekend for party conventions. CBS News' Annie Bryson and Nidia Cavazos join with takeaways from the events and unpack the significance of who wasn't there.
Dean Phillips on state of Democratic Party
Former Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips' primary challenge to then-President Joe Biden in 2023 was met with derision and fury by the Democratic establishment. Phillips joins "The Takeout" to reflect on his decision to take on Biden and to discuss what he thinks Democrats should do after their 2024 losses.
8/19: America Decides
President Biden speaks at DNC; Donald Trump holds campaign event in Pennsylvania
8/21: America Decides
Gov. Tim Walz to accept VP nomination tonight at the DNC; Comedian Matt Friend shares his impressions of Walz, Obama, Trump
Democrats react to Biden health claims
Former President Joe Biden gave his first public remarks since his office revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis earlier in May. Speaking with reporters after, he dismissed allegations of a cover-up of any sort of decline in his physical and cognitive health while in office. Politico senior national politics correspondent Adam Wren has more.
Sausage maker wants to fix U.S. "fun deficit"
Has politics in America got you avoiding social situations? The Johnsonville sausage company wants to change that. Marketing executive Jamie Schmelzer joins "The Takeout" to explain.
Kevin McCarthy on crypto's role in politics
The cryptocurrency industry spent $119 million on federal elections in 2024. Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy joins "The Takeout" to discuss crypto's growing role in politics.
Potential path for Democrats under Trump 2.0
With Republicans in control of the White House and both chambers of Congress, Democrats are hoping to build the party back following their 2024 losses. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa, political contributor Chuck Rocha and political analyst Leslie Sanchez join "The Takeout" to discuss further.
DNC Chair Martin on state of Democratic Party
The Democratic Party is looking to move forward from the losses in the 2024 elections. Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin joins "The Takeout" to discuss his plan to return the party to power.
RNC chair on political landscape under Trump
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley joins "The Takeout" to discuss the first four months of President Trump's second term, the GOP budget bill and more.
The rise of "Food Babe" in "MAHA" movement
Among the activists in attendance at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s release of the "Make America Healthy Again" Commission report on Thursday was an influencer known as "the Food Babe." A New York Times piece looks into Vani Hari's shift from Obama ally to Trump supporter. New York Times food culture correspondent Kim Severson joins "America Decides" to unpack her reporting.
Revisiting polling on Biden's health
On Sunday, Joe Biden's office announced that the former president had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, joins to look back at Biden-era polling on how Americans felt about the then-president's health.
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GOP plans attack ads on Democrats in Trump districts who voted against GOP agenda
The House GOP campaign arm is targeting Democrats holding politically risky seats for opposing the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
Key features of House GOP budget bill
The House delivered President Trump a narrow win on his budget bill Thursday. Lawmakers approved the legislation by a 215-214 vote after a marathon overnight session. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
"Original Sin" co-author on Biden reporting
A new book accuses former President Joe Biden's inner circle of trying to hide his mental and physical decline. Alex Thompson, co-author of "Original Sin," sat down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to discuss his reporting.
live updates
Trump says Israeli hostages should be released "Monday or Tuesday"
Trump says Hamas will likely release all Israeli hostages by early next week, as the "first phase" of a deal to end the war in Gaza is expected to take effect soon.
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Senate fails to advance bills to end shutdown in 7th round of votes
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday with another round of failed votes in the Senate. Follow live updates here.
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In Epstein's cell, a scene of disarray without thorough inspection
Photos of Jeffrey Epstein's cell show a scene of disarray that never underwent a proper inspection, according to experts.
Trump to have "routine yearly checkup" 6 months after annual physical exam
President Trump's annual physical examination in April showed his vital statistics were all within normal limits.
Alex Jones asks Supreme Court to halt $1.5 billion defamation judgment
Alex Jones, host of the show InfoWars, was ordered to pay nearly $1.5 billion to the families of victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
Judge ruling on National Guard lawsuit filed by Illinois and Chicago
A judge is set to rule on a lawsuit filed by Illinois and Chicago seeking to prevent the National Guard from being deployed by the federal government over their objections.
Dominion Voting Systems acquired by St. Louis-based Liberty Vote
The acquisition brings together two major players providing key infrastructure for voting and voter verification systems across dozens of states ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Robert Roberson granted stay of execution
One week before a scheduled execution, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals stepped in.
Tropical storm Priscilla could bring flash flooding to U.S. Southwest
Tropical Storm Priscilla has been losing punch but could still bring flash flooding to the southwestern U.S. in coming days, forecasters say.