Longtime incumbent Eliot Engel trails Jamaal Bowman in N.Y. primary
Bowman's campaign was surprised he's leading in precincts where Engel, a 31-year incumbent, was expected to have strong support.
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24-year-old beats Trump's pick in North Carolina GOP House primary
But the real estate investment CEO and motivational speaker said after the results were in, "I want to make something clear: I support our great president"
Trump talks race relations and policing in Dallas
President Trump traveled to Dallas on Thursday to meet with faith leaders, law enforcement officials and small business owners. Washington Post political reporter Eugene Scott joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the president's trip.
How 3 crises are challenging U.S. today
Americans are currently facing the convergence of a pandemic, economic crisis, and impassioned conversation about race. Elaine Quijano discusses this with CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion; CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns; CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne; and Republican strategist Joseph Pinion, for a special edition of "Red and Blue."
Capitol Hill holds police brutality hearing
Lawmakers examined issues of racism and police brutality during a hearing on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Lorenzo Boyd, the assistant provost for diversity and inclusion and director of the Center for Advanced Policing at the University of New Haven, join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on policing
On Tuesday the Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on police use of force and community relations. It comes as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are working to advance competing proposals for police reform. They are hoping to reach a bipartisan deal following weeks of demonstrations demanding change. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with a preview of what to expect this week on Capitol Hill.
House to vote on D.C. statehood next week
The House is expected to approve a measure making Washington, D.C. a state, although it is unlikely to pass in the Senate.
Congress considers police reforms
Lawmakers in both chambers of Congress are weighing law enforcement reforms following the death of George Floyd. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Democrats unveil Justice in Policing Act
House Democrats unveiled a sweeping set of proposals Monday which they say will dramatically change policing across the country. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Los Angeles Times congressional reporter Jennifer Haberkorn join CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Rep. Ro Khanna on federal protest response in D.C.
Democratic Representative Ro Khanna of California joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the unidentified officers used in the federal response to protests in Washington, and his calls for police reform legislation in Congress.
Engel on hot mic: "If I didn't have a primary, I wouldn't care"
His primary challenger tells CBS News the comment "captures everything that is wrong with too many in Washington"
Controversial GOP Congressman Steve King defeated in primary
King, who was first elected to Congress in 2002, has drawn national scrutiny for years for his controversial remarks on issues such as white supremacy, immigration, abortion and more.
House pulls foreign surveillance bill amid Republican opposition
President Trump had threatened to veto the bill in a tweet on Wednesday.
House calls off vote to reauthorize expired surveillance powers
In a tweet Wednesday, President Trump had vowed to veto the bill if it passed.
House Republicans sue Pelosi over remote voting
Dozens of lawmakers are expected to vote by proxy later this week.
Critics accuse Barr of protecting Trump
Tensions between the White House and House Democrats are escalating over Attorney General William Barr's handling of the Mueller report. Washington Post reporter Matt Zapotosky joins CBSN to explain why Barr is such a staunch defender of President Trump and the executive branch of government.
Pelosi resists calls for impeachment
More Democratic lawmakers and presidential candidates say they support impeaching President Trump following Robert Mueller's public remarks, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is still urging caution. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain what Congress may do next.
House Democrats plan contempt votes
CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN from Capitol Hill with the latest on House Democrats' plans to hold Attorney General William Barr and former White House counsel Don McGahn in contempt of Congress related to their handling of the Mueller report.
Latest version of DREAM Act passes House
The Democratic-controlled House has passed legislation to protect so-called "Dreamers." It would provide a path to citizenship for more than 2.5 million undocumented immigrants who face deportation under Trump administration policies. Anne-Marie Green has more.
House Dems weigh stance on Hyde Amendment
Democratic lawmakers on Capitol Hill are grappling with the Hyde Amendment, which has long banned federal funding for most abortions. The amendment will be included in a spending bill being voted on this week. Washington Post congressional reporter Mike DeBonis joins CBSN to discuss the shifting debate on this issue.
Rep. Steve Scalise is "Back in the Game"
It's been two years since House Minority Whip Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, suffered life-threatening injuries when a gunman opened fire during a practice for the annual congressional baseball game. He reflects on that in his book "Book in the Game," and joined CBSN with more on his road to recovery.
Migrant mother testifies about toddler's death
Yazmin Juárez fled Guatemala with her young daughter, who later died after being held in U.S. custody. She told House lawmakers about her ordeal in emotional testimony on Wednesday. Juárez's 19-month-old daughter died after developing a respiratory infection. Watch an excerpt from the hearing.
Nancy Pelosi declines to address party tensions
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi declined to comment on tensions with progressive members of the House in her weekly press conference.
House Dems demand ousted inspector general be reinstated
Four House Democrats said Linick's firing appears to be part of a Trump administration campaign to undermine inspectors general's ability to expose wrongdoing within the federal government.
Trump sues to block release of tax returns
President Trump has filed a lawsuit to block the House Ways and Means Committee from acquiring his tax returns from New York State. CBS News legal analyst Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
White House tells agencies to prepare for layoffs if government shuts down
The Trump administration is raising the stakes as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass a government funding bill.
Federal prosecutors near decision on whether to charge James Comey, sources say
Federal prosecutors are considering asking a grand jury to indict former FBI Director James Comey, sources say.
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.
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."
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.
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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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.