Scott accuses Democrats of "pushing us into a recession"
GOP Sen. Rick Scott says Democrats are "pushing us into a recession" with the expected passage of the Inflation Reduction Act.
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Senators consider Inflation Reduction Act in rare Saturday session; Youth wrestling program teaches kids skills on and off the mat
Democrats on verge of major legislative victory
Senate Democrats are on the verge of a major legislative victory on a spending package aimed at tackling climate change, expanding health care and capping drug prices. Scott MacFarlane explains what's in the bill.
Senate Dems announce they have the votes to pass Inflation Reduction Act
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, a centrist who was seen as the pivotal vote, said in a statement that she had agreed to changes in the measure's tax and energy provisions.
Senate set to vote on tax and climate bill
Lawmakers will begin the voting on President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act in a rare weekend session. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott McFarlane joins Lana Zak and Debra Alfarone with the latest.
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Senate Democrats reach a deal on spending bill; businesses struggle to fill jobs while some workers turn to food aid
Senator Sinema backs Inflation Reduction Act
Overnight, Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema said she will support the Democrats’ sweeping health care, climate and tax plan. That paves the way for the bill's passage. CBS's Scott MacFarlane reports on the late night developments.
Senate candidate John Fetterman to return to in-person campaigning
Fetterman will hold a rally in Erie County, Pennsylvania next Friday, his Senate campaign announced.
Democrats still waiting on Sen. Sinema's vote
Democratic senator Kyrsten Sinema has not promised support for a $739 billion spending and climate package. Axios congressional reporter Alayna Treene looks at what's keeping the Arizona senator from supporting the bill as it stands.
Push to get Senate spending bill done
Before Congress departs on summer recess, Senate Democrats are attempting to pass a $700 billion spending bill aimed at climate change, health and inflation assistance. In a split Senate, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's vote is still trying to be secured. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
Fallout from Kansas abortion vote
This week's unexpected victory for abortion rights and massive voter turnout in Kansas is sending shockwaves around the nation and fueling talk of how the issue could galvanize Democrats and threaten Republicans in November's midterm elections. CBS News radio white house correspondent Steven Portnoy reports.
Kansas voters uphold right to an abortion
Voters in deep-red Kansas decisively defeated a proposed amendment that would have allowed the state's legislature to further restrict, or even ban, abortion. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports and Jannifer Nassour, Republican strategist, founder of the Pocket Book Project and former chairwoman of the Massachusetts Republican Party, and CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright join CBS News to discuss how Tuesday's primaries will affect the political landscape moving forward.
Top trends from the August 2 primaries
CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins David Begnaud with a breakdown of some of the top trends from Tuesday's primary election results.
Democrats, Republicans and the politics of abortion
New CBS polling on abortion and the politics in play for both Democrats and Republicans show a divided picture on the issue. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne joins CBS News to discuss.
5 states hold high-stakes midterm primaries
Voters in five states are heading to the polls in primary elections Tuesday ahead of the November midterm elections. For many Republican candidates, these races are a test of their loyalty to former President Donald Trump whose endorsement carries significant weight with many American voters. For Republican voters these races are expected to shape the future of their party moving forward. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has more.
MoneyWatch: Biden admin. explores new ways to lower gas prices
The Biden administration is exploring ways to try to lower gas prices, as some Democrats in Congress call for new taxes on oil and gas producers. Jeffrey Stein, White House economics reporter at The Washington Post, joins CBS News to discuss the issue.
Republican lawmakers presented Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards with a hard line of questioning during Tuesday's hearing
Republican lawmakers presented Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards with a hard line of questioning during Tuesday's hearing. They slammed the organization over its budget and a controversial video featuring a Planned Parenthood official.
During clashes between Donald Trump supporters and demonstrators in Chicago, CBS News digital journalist Sopan Deb was handcuffed and charged with resisting arrest - though video shows he identified himself as a reporter and did not resist
During clashes between Donald Trump supporters and demonstrators in Chicago, CBS News digital journalist Sopan Deb was handcuffed and charged with resisting arrest - though video shows he identified himself as a reporter and did not resist. Deb says Trump's rallies have grown more hostile. Watch more of Deb's interview Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Trump in 1984 on fame
In an interview from 1984, Donald Trump said fame really isn't all it's cracked up to be.
In a Super Tuesday news conference that touched on several different points, Donald Trump called himself a "unifier" who will make America whole
In a Super Tuesday news conference that touched on several different points, Donald Trump called himself a "unifier" who will make America whole.
Ted Cruz and Donald Trump have traded barbs over "New York values"; see what people in New York have to say
Ted Cruz and Donald Trump have traded barbs over "New York values"; see what people in New York have to say
Presidential campaigns are running out of time to win over voters before Monday's Iowa Caucuses
Presidential campaigns are running out of time to win over voters before Monday's Iowa Caucuses. That means volunteers are in the middle of an intense ground game, focusing on making personal connections that will pay off at the polls. Weijia Jiang has more from Ankeny, Iowa.
Donald Trump called for Marco Rubio to drop out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination following Super Saturday
Donald Trump called for Marco Rubio to drop out of the race for the Republican presidential nomination following Super Saturday. Trump said he wanted to face Cruz one-on-one.
Trump in 1984 on media
In an interview from 1984, Donald Trump offered his thoughts on the media. He was more subdued than the Trump of 2016, but still not a fan.
Trump in 1999 on politicians
In a "60 Minutes II" interview from 1999, Donald Trump had some not so nice things to say about politicians.
Hegseth summons generals and admirals for rare meeting in Virginia
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed numerous generals and admirals, as well as some of their staff, from around the world to come to Quantico, Virginia next week.
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Archives released too much of Sherrill's military record to her political opponent
The National Archives admitted a technician had erred in releasing Rep. Mikie Sherill's "entire record."
DOJ sues 6 states for failing to turn over voter registration rolls
The lawsuits were filed against top election officials in California, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania.
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.
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New renderings show more details of White House ballroom under construction
The Trump administration announced in July that a 90,000-square-foot ballroom with a seated capacity for 650 people will be constructed in the White House's East Wing.
U.S. fighter jets scrambled to intercept Russian warplanes near Alaska
The U.S. sent fighter jets, yet again, to identify and intercept Russian military aircraft in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone.
Hikers "had to fight off" attacking bear, Alaska officials say
The hikers were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, while officials said they would assess the site of the attack.
Delta is replacing engines on Airbus aircraft to address toxic-fume issue
The faulty engines can cause toxic fumes to leak into the aircraft cabin's air supply, posing health and safety risks to crew members and passengers.
STDs fall in adults, syphilis in newborns rises: CDC data
While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.