GOP member misgenders Democratic lawmaker
A House subcommittee hearing on Tuesday was abruptly adjourned by Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) after he misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Delaware). See the moment.
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Trump hosting Ireland leader at White House
President Trump is hosting the taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin, at the White House on Wednesday amid the European Union's pushback against U.S. tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports on the visit and new data about undocumented Irish immigrants in the United States.
Russia says it's awaiting ceasefire details
Ukraine has said it's ready to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia after high-level talks with U.S. officials this week in Saudi Arabia. The deal will now be presented to Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on Ukraine's talks with the U.S. and Jon Alterman, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss the state of the war.
House spending bill facing Senate opposition
House Republicans' six-month spending bill will need Democratic support in the Senate to pass into law before Friday's government shutdown deadline. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
DOE offices closed for "security reasons"
Offices at the Department of Education are closed Wednesday for "security reasons" after the announcement that nearly half the department's staff would lose their jobs. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
DOE slashing nearly 50% of workforce
The Department of Education says half its workers are losing their jobs in a move that Education Secretary Linda McMahon says is meant to ensure "resources are directed where they matter most." CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Weijia Jiang report on that and some of the other big news coming out of the White House.
House's spending bill heads to Senate
The GOP stopgap funding bill passed Monday night in the House will now go to the Senate where Republicans will need Democratic support to pass it into law and avert a government shutdown. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
25% steel and aluminum tariffs take effect
President Trump's new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports have gone into effect after a second straight day of losses across all major U.S. stock markets. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand reports.
House set to vote on stopgap spending bill
The House is set to vote on a continuing resolution that would avert a shutdown and keep the government funded through September. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Markets down again, more tariffs for Canada
Traders on Wall Street hoping to rally back after Monday's major selloff are starting Tuesday with another dip. Meanwhile, President Trump has announced additional tariffs for Canada. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger and Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.
U.S., Ukrainian officials begin talks
U.S. and Ukrainian officials have started high-level, face-to-face talks in Saudi Arabia aimed at bringing an end to the war between Ukraine and Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
What to know after Monday's market downturn
Stock futures are slightly up Tuesday morning after a major sell-off Monday. Investors are uneasy due to uncertainty over tariffs and President Trump has refused to rule out a recession spurred by his trade policies. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger and Weijia Jiang report.
Stock markets dip, government shutdown looms
Wall Street is looking to rebound on Tuesday after recession fears and confusion about President Trump's tariffs caused a market plunge on Monday. Meanwhile, the clock is ticking on Capitol Hill for lawmakers to avert a government shutdown. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Taurean Small have the latest.
Trump defends Elon Musk, DOGE
President Trump defended Elon Musk and DOGE over the weekend after reported rifts between Musk and Cabinet members. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Breaking down the U.S.-Ukraine peace talks
U.S. and Ukrainian officials are set to hold talks this week in Saudi Arabia about ending the war between Ukraine and Russia. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports on the negotiations and Stephen Sestanovich, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News to discuss what each side is looking for.
Details on House GOP bill to avoid shutdown
House Republicans are expected to vote on a stopgap measure to prevent a government shutdown this week. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Update on Trump assassination attempt case
Defense attorneys for the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump last September were able to tour the golf course where the incident took place, CBS News has learned. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on that and some of the other big stories coming out from the DOJ.
Markets react to Trump comments on economy
The stock market nosedived after the opening bell on Monday amid President Trump's remarks over the weekend that inflation could continue to rise. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
House Republicans unveil spending plan
Republicans in the House released a stopgap spending plan over the weekend that would delay a government shutdown for at least six months, but it's unclear if they have the votes to pass the measure. Congress has until Friday to keep the government funded. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Mark Carney to be Canada's new prime minister
Members of Canada's ruling Liberal Party have elected economist Mark Carney to take over for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the election and Bryan Passifiume, national politics reporter for the Toronto Sun, joins CBS News to discuss Carney and the state of Canadian politics.
Civilians reportedly killed in Syrian clashes
U.S. and Russian diplomats have called for the United Nations Security Council to meet Monday amid escalating violence in Syria. Clashes between Syrian forces and loyalists of ousted President Bashar al-Assad have reportedly spiraled into revenge killings with one war monitor estimating that more than a thousand people, mostly civilians, have died in the fighting. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Trump doesn't rule out recession possibility
President Trump said in a Fox News interview that aired over the weekend that inflation could continue to rise, but he wouldn't say if the U.S. could fall into a recession later this year. Meanwhile, China's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods are being implemented Monday. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Anna Coren have the latest.
Migrant families with children to be detained
CBS News has learned the Trump administration is reviving the controversial practice of detaining migrant families with children in ICE custody. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.
Trump threatens to impose sanctions on Russia
President Trump said in a social media post on Friday that he is "strongly considering" sanctions against Russia for their continued onslaught against Ukraine. He ended his post by telling Russia and Ukraine, "Get to the table right now, before it is too late." CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has more.
1 week until potential government shutdown
Lawmakers have just one week to agree on a spending plan to avoid a government shutdown. House Speaker Mike Johnson has said the details could be released as soon as Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
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Senate talks over ending shutdown continue after Democrats' election wins
Bipartisan Senate talks aimed at ending the government shutdown continued as both parties grappled with the fallout from Tuesday's elections. Follow live updates here.
Here's what CBS News exit polls told us about the 2025 elections
Exit polls in the 2025 races in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City and California showed Trump and the economy were on the minds of voters.
Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Trump's sweeping tariffs
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
Transportation secretary announces 10% reduction in U.S. air traffic
The FAA will reduce U.S. air traffic by 10% at 40 U.S. locations starting on Friday due to the government shutdown.
UPS plane crashes near Louisville airport, killing 11; black boxes found
The number of fatalities may increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Moderate Democrat Jared Golden won't seek reelection in key midterm race
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine will not run for reelection next year, he announced Wednesday, a move that could complicate Democrats' efforts to win a House majority.
Judge in Comey case admonishes DOJ for "indict first, investigate second"
Magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick said Wednesday that he was concerned by the Justice Department's "highly unusual" handling of the case by moving to "indict first, investigate second."
Judge orders ICE to improve "serious conditions" at Chicago-area immigration facility
A federal judge on Wednesday issued a temporary restraining order requiring federal authorities to maintain certain sanitary conditions inside the ICE facility in Broadview, while also guaranteeing detainees contact with their attorneys.
Mamdani's election draws celebration, pride and anger around the world
Mayor-elect Mamdani's win in New York is cheered by his London counterpart and a former mentor in Uganda, but draws a warning from Israel's U.S. ambassador.