Biden spends holiday weekend with family in Nantucket
President Biden spent the Thanksgiving holiday weekend with family in Nantucket, Massachusetts. Nancy Cordes has the details.
Democrats
More on Trump special counsel Jack Smith's role
Congressman-elect and former federal prosecutor Glenn Ivey joins Scott MacFarlane on "Red and Blue" to discuss the appointment of a special counsel to several cases involving former President Donald Trump, and how Jack Smith will function in the role.
McCarthy calls on DHS secretary to resign
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy has called on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to resign. McCarthy said if Mayorkas does not resign, he could face an impeached inquiry by House Republicans when the new Congress is seated in January. Nicole Sganga, CBS News homeland security and justice reporter, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss the remarks, and the response from DHS.
What's next for House Democratic leadership
Democrats are searching for new leadership in the House and many prominent lawmakers aren't wasting any time stepping up after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced she will be stepping down from the speakership. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Pelosi steps aside as House Democratic leader
After nearly two decades, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who made history as the first woman to serve in the role, will not seek another term as Democratic leader. Nikole Killion reports.
Pelosi stepping down from Democratic leadership
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is stepping down from leadership of the Democratic caucus after a historic 20 years. The announcement ends months of speculation about the future of one of the most consequential leaders in American political history. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Speaker Pelosi steps down from Democratic House leadership
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she is stepping down as Democratic leader of the House. The Democratic representative from California became the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House in 2007. She says it is time for the next generation of Democrats to take over the party's leadership. CBS News is joined by a panel of guests to discuss the significance of the Speaker's decision.
December runoff set for Georgia Senate race
Senator Raphael Warnock joined a group of Georgia Democrats in a lawsuit that aims to overturn a rule limiting Saturday early voting in the runoff election. Tia Mitchell, Washington correspondent for The Atlanta Journal Constitution, joined CBS News to discuss the suit and how former President Donald Trump's will affect the race.
Senate advances marriage equality bill
The Senate voted to advance legislation that protects same-sex and interracial marriage under federal law. Twelve Republicans joined Democrats to clear the way for a historic vote on the Respect for Marriage Act.
Trump announces 2024 presidential run
Former President Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that he is running for president again in 2024. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reports from Mar-a-Lago on the former president's announcement.
GOP loses control in some state legislatures
CBS News anchor Anne-Marie Green details how Democrats also did better than expected in down-ballot races, winning back control of some state legislatures, during this year's midterm election.
McCarthy wins GOP nomination for House speaker
House Republicans have nominated House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy for speaker. He passed the first round of votes 188 to 31 during a closed door conference meeting. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News to discuss.
Control of House still up for grabs
Democrats were able to maintain their grip on the Senate majority following Saturday night's projected victory in Nevada by incumbent Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto. Both parties are still on edge about who will control the House, with five seats still undecided but leaning Republican. Robert Costa has more.
Dems keep Senate; House control still unclear
Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto's win in Nevada sealed Democrats’ control of the Senate. Meanwhile, after a less than optimal showing by Republicans in the midterms, internal ripples have begun to form over who will lead the party in each chamber. Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.
Mark Kelly clinches Arizona Senate seat
Incumbent Sen. Mark Kelly declared victory in a tight race against Blake Masters, putting Democrats a seat away from Senate control. Meanwhile, votes are still being counted for several tight races. Christina Ruffini has more.
U.S. sees early surge in pediatric RSV cases
CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joined CBS News' Catherine Herridge to preview this week's edition of "Face the Nation." They discuss the recent national surge in pediatric RSV cases, as well as Democrats' chances of holding onto the House in the midterms elections.
Pelosi's husband undergoes surgery after attack
The husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was violently attacked by an intruder in their San Francisco home Friday morning. The 82-year-old underwent "successful" surgery to repair a skull fracture, according to the speaker's office. Police said he was assaulted with a hammer. Pelosi was in Washington, D.C., at the time of the attack. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott Macfarlane discusses the latest on the attack.
Dems have slight lead in major Pennsylvania races
Several polls show Democrats have a slight lead in Pennsylvania's Senate and gubernatorial races. Oprah gave a boost to Democratic Senate candidate John Fetterman, endorsing him over his Republican opponent and her former friend, Dr. Mehmet Oz. Plus, President Biden and former President Obama will campaign for Democrats in Philadelphia in a final push before Election Day. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBS News' Weijia Jiang to discuss.
GOP blames Trump for midterm disappointments
Ahead of a possible 2024 presidential campaign announcement, sources say former President Donald Trump is increasingly bitter at potential rivals and infuriated at being blamed for GOP midterm failures. He has gone after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Major Garrett has the details.
11/10: Red and Blue
The battle for House control remains unresolved with several key races still uncalled.
What House leadership races could look like
What will leadership elections for both parties look like if the GOP takes control of the House? CBS News Capitol Hill producer Rebecca Kaplan and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Biden praises midterm efforts of Democrats
President Joe Biden is praising Democrats' efforts in the 2022 midterm elections. There are still several tossup races in both the House and Senate, but initial estimates projected a much wider margin of victory for the Republican party. CBS News chief White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
House, Senate control still pending
President Joe Biden praised Democrats' stronger-than-expected performance in the midterm elections as control of the House and the Senate is still pending. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
GOP at crossroads as Congress hangs in balance
Republicans went into Election Day expecting a "red wave." Robert Costa has more on whether the party is at a crossroads.
The future of the Republican party
Former executive director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee Rob Jesmer joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the future of the Republican party.
Deadly shooting at Dallas ICE facility investigated by FBI as targeted attack
One person was killed and two people are in critical condition after a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas, authorities said.
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U.S. intelligence leads to capture of alleged baby trafficking ringleader
The case underscores Washington's intensified targeting of Mexican cartels and marks an expansion in the way U.S. counterterrorism policy is applied.
Trump expected to sign deal to keep TikTok operating in the U.S.
The president is expected to declare that the TikTok agreement is a "qualified divestiture" and satisfies the divest-or-ban law.
Judge won't reinstate 8 government watchdogs fired by Trump
Eight former inspectors general who were fired by President Trump in January sued to get their jobs back.
Millions could soon see food stamp cuts as grocery costs are on the rise
The Republicans' "big, beautiful" spending and tax law will result in cuts to food stamp benefits for many Americans, experts say.
Trump says skipping Tylenol while pregnant has "no downside." Doctors disagree.
Doctors worry President Trump's message of "tough it out" will harm women and their babies, as high fever and severe pain can be dangerous during pregnancy.
RadioShack buyers ran a Ponzi scheme, SEC alleges
The buyers of distressed brick-and-mortar companies like RadioShack and Modell's Sporting Goods, are accused of running a Ponzi scheme.
Family of D.C. plane crash victim sues FAA, Army, American Airlines
The family of one of the people killed when an airliner and an Army helicopter collided over Washington, D.C., in January has filed a lawsuit seeking accountability.
Trump crackdown highlights judge vacancy crisis pushing D.C. courts to brink
The D.C. courts have for years been hampered by judicial vacancies that have led to a backlog of cases and slowed the administration of justice.