Breaking down critical battleground elections
John Dickerson and Robert Costa break down what races should be paid attention to as both parties battle for control of Congress.
Democrats
How GOP or Dems can win control of Congress
Scott MacFarlane takes a look at what Democrats and Republicans each need to accomplish to win control of the House and Senate.
Arizona results likely to be delayed
Polls have closed in Arizona after a judge rejected a GOP lawsuit asking to extend the deadline. Results still may not be known until Wednesday, due to a delay in vote counting, Kris Van Cleave reports. Then, CBS News election law contributor David Becker discusses why the tally could take so long.
Push to mobilize Black voters
Black voter turnout is rising. In the 2018 midterms, Black voters showed up to the polls by larger margins than any other minority group. The group has historically shown overwhelming support for Democrats, but that support may be waning. Christopher Bruce, a Democratic strategist and the political director for Stacey Abrams' campaign in Atlanta, and LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter, joined CBS News to discuss.
N.Y. governor's race closer than anticipated
The New York gubernatorial race is closer than anyone initially anticipated. Republican Congressman Lee Zeldin saw a late surge in voter support in the historically blue state. He is challenging Democratic incumbent Governor Kathy Hochul for her seat. Marcia Kramer, chief political correspondent for CBS News New York, joined CBS News to discuss the race.
Parties make last-minute midterm pitches
Candidates across the country are scrambling to garner last-minute votes. CBS News anchors Scott MacFarlane and Nikki Batiste spoke with GOP strategist and former Republican National Committee spokesman Kevin Sheridan, founding partner of Protean Public Affairs, and senior Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha, president of Solidarity Strategies and the co-host of the Latino Vote Podcast, about the strategy each party is using in this year's election.
Senate race in dead heat in North Carolina
North Carolina voters are deciding between Democrat Cheri Beasley and Rep. Tedd Budd, a Republican, for their next U.S. senator. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice gives an update on the tight race, and what matters most to voters.
Concerns grow over election security
Fallout from the 2020 presidential election is causing concerns over the security of this year's midterms. More than 300 Republican candidates on the ballot nationwide have publicly raised baseless claims questioning the outcome of the last presidential election. As a result, there are growing concerns about threats of violence and other attempts at interfering with the midterm results. CBS News spoke with Robert Pape, director of the University of Chicago's Project on Security and Threats.
"Election deniers" on the ballot
CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the large number of "election deniers" on the ballot for the Republican party this Election Day.
What constitutes a political wave?
CBS News senior political analyst John Dickerson, the host of "Prime Time," discussed what political waves are and the significance of Tuesday's elections.
Floridians vote in two key races
One of the most closely watched races this election season is Florida's gubernatorial race. CBS News correspondent Enrique Acevedo discusses how the Latino vote could affect the governor's race and the race for the Senate seat the state has up for grabs.
Trump teases "very big announcement"
Former President Donald Trump is teasing a "very big announcement" later this month. Meanwhile, there are more than 300 GOP candidates in the midterm elections who have raised doubts about the validity or integrity of the 2020 election. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett discussed.
Abortion rights driving young women to vote
A national poll by the institute of politics at Harvard Kennedy School found 24% of women cite abortion rights as a key issue driving them to the polls this election cycle. Chief executive officer at Ignite National, Sara Guillermo, joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more.
Control of Congress up for grabs
CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined Scott MacFarlane and Nikki Batiste to discuss the Biden administration's plans if Democrats lose control of the House and Senate after Election Day.
Latino vote plays critical role in midterms
Pew research says roughly 35 million Latinos are eligible to vote in the midterm elections. That's about 14% of the electorate, making up the second largest racial and ethnic group of eligible voters. The co-founder of the Dallas-based organization Hey Chica! joined CBS News with a look at the key issues this voting bloc is focusing on.
Warning of extremists targeting midterms
President Biden has been briefed by law enforcement officials on potential threats to the midterm elections and, according to a White House spokesperson, has directed that all appropriate steps be taken to ensure safe and secure voting. Jeff Pegues has more on what federal authorities are doing in response.
Democrats fight to hold Nevada Senate seat
Democrats are fighting to keep key seats in Nevada. Former President Bill Clinton visited the state campaign for Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, who is facing a tough challenge from Republican Adam Laxalt. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins "Red and Blue" from Las Vegas with more.
Georgia races close on eve of Election Day
The Georgia Senate race between Republican Herschel Walker and Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock remains tight, which means it could be heading for a runoff election in December. Polls show that the gubernatorial rematch between Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and Democrat Stacey Abrams is also close. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Senate race down to the wire in Pennsylvania
One of this year's most closely watched races is for Pennsylvania's open Senate seat. Polls show that Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Mehmet Oz are neck and neck. Jericka Duncan reports.
Sneak peek of CBS News' election night coverage
Norah O'Donnell gives viewers a preview of CBS News' election night coverage, including new features that will help tell the story of your vote and how it will shape the future of our country.
Arizona races close as Election Day approaches
In Arizona, two of the top races include Republicans who are 2020 election deniers. Both are running tight races against Democratic opponents. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Tracking the paths to control of Congress
Scott MacFarlane takes a look at the key races that could decide which party controls Congress and the fate of President Biden's agenda for the next two years.
Candidates make closing midterm arguments
Democrats and Republicans are giving their closing arguments ahead of Election Day. With control of the Senate and House up for grabs, both parties are pulling out all the stops, with President Biden, and former Presidents Barack Obama and Donald Trump all hitting the campaign trail in the final days. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Pete Buttigieg on the campaign trail
Pete Buttigieg is on the campaign trail seeking to build support for Democrats across the country. He joins “Red & Blue” from Las Vegas, Nevada, one day ahead of Election Day to discuss his party’s messaging and his future in the Biden administration.
Midterm candidates down to the final stretch
Current and former Presidents are all throwing their support behind candidates in races across the U.S. CBS News Political Correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports on the push to rally voters in the key state of Pennsylvania. Then CBS News Senior White House Correspondent Weijia Jiang speaks with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the Biden and Trump effects on the campaign trail.
ICE head says deadly Dallas facility shooting was an "indiscriminate" attack
Todd Lyons, head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, said the shooter "fired indiscriminately" into the ICE field office in Dallas and vehicles stationed there.
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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 alleges "triple sabotage" at U.N. after escalator and teleprompter freeze up
A malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter at the United Nations' headquarters drew President Trump's frustration.
Judge rules Trump admin. can't require states to cooperate with ICE to get FEMA grants
The Trump administration faced a legal setback in its push to cut off funding to "sanctuary" cities and states
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.
Travis Decker, accused of killing 3 daughters, declared dead by U.S. Marhsals
Decker, a 32-year-old former Army soldier, was accused in May of killing his three daughters, 9-year-old Paityn Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker and 5-year-old Olivia Decker.
Syria's president warns Israel's actions could alienate U.S. allies
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told CBS News that Israel's actions put "the interests of the U.S. and its strategic allies at risk."
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.
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.