Democrat Manchin backs Republican Murkowski for reelection
Manchin, a critical Democratic swing vote, previously bucked his party by endorsing GOP Senator Susan Collins in 2020.
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Bipartisan senators try to jumpstart autonomous driving legislation
Since 2017, Senators Thune and Peters have been calling for standards to be set for safety, cybersecurity and guidelines to determine accident liability if no one is driving.
Cornyn and Sinema introduce bipartisan immigration bill
With their bill, Senators Sinema and Cornyn aim to help manage the flow of migrants at the southern border and ensure migrants are treated humanely.
Senate passes bill to address rise in attacks against Asians
Its passage comes amid an uptick in crimes targeting Asians in recent months.
Republican senators will unveil infrastructure counteroffer
Senators Shelley Moore Capito, Roger Wicker, Pat Toomey and John Barrasso will hold a press conference on Thursday.
The Kavanaugh Vote, John Green, The Pavarotti of Pasta
Senators Susan Collins, Heidi Heitkamp explain their Kavanaugh confirmation votes; then, author John Green on reaching young adults and dealing with mental illness; and, chef Massimo Bottura: The Pavarotti of pasta
Moderate Republicans float counteroffer on infrastructure
Several moderate Senate Republicans are discussing a potential counteroffer to President Biden's infrastructure plan.
Senate will hold final vote on hate crimes bill next week
Schumer said that he and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell are negotiating amendments to be added to the bill.
Romney and Sinema teaming up on a proposal to raise the minimum wage
Senators Mitt Romney and Kyrsten Sinema are negotiating a bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage to $11.
Intel officials call China "unparalleled priority" among world threats
Top U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials testified before the Senate about worldwide threats facing the nation.
Senators to hear about threats to U.S.
A Senate committee hearing Wednesday will focus on worldwide threats to U.S. national security. The country's top intelligence officials are expected to discuss several issues, including recent cyber hacks by Russian and Chinese spies. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN with more.
Hawley proposes antitrust legislation aimed at tech companies
The legislation, which Hawley called "Trust-Busting For the 21st Century Act," bans all mergers and acquisitions by companies with a market capitalization of over $100 billion.
Manchin says he won't vote to eliminate or weaken the filibuster
In an op-ed for the Washington Post, Manchin said there is "no circumstance" that he would vote to end the filibuster.
Dems OK'd to use reconciliation for infrastructure bill
The determination could be key for Democrats with a 50-50 Senate.
Senators propose changing how companies' foreign earnings are taxed
The Democratic senators want to roll back three provisions of President Donald Trump's tax reforms.
Schumer eyes obscure maneuver to pass Biden's infrastructure bill
The Senate parliamentarian could rule as early as Friday on whether to allow for another budget reconciliation bill this year.
Showdown, Olympic Cheating, Senator Gillibrand
Recognizing concealed carry permits across state lines; then, running from Putin after helping him cheat; and, Sen. Gillibrand: The political face of the #MeToo movement
High Velocity, As Goes Texas, The Ride of His Life
What makes the AR-15 style rifle the weapon of choice for mass shooters? Then, how Ted Cruz vs. Beto O'Rourke could predict America's political future. Plus, riding the waves of Nazaré with Garrett McNamara
Biden optimistic "rational" gun control can pass divided Senate
Democratic Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut said "don't count us out" on getting 60 votes on gun control legislation.
Rachel Levine confirmed as assistant health secretary
She is also the highest-ranked openly transgender federal official.
Biden defends U.S. border policy
President Biden held the first formal news conference of his presidency Thursday, taking questions on a variety of topics, including the surge of unaccompanied migrant children arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border, Republican-led efforts to restrict voting access as well as his future political plans. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden signals willingness to eliminate the filibuster if needed
The president said the filibuster was "being abused in a gigantic way."
Senate confirms Dr. Rachel Levine
Dr. Rachel Levine has been confirmed by the Senate as assistant secretary of health, becoming the highest-ranking openly transgender federal official and the first ever in a Senate-confirmed role. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
White House mulls executive action on gun control as legislation
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said there are "current discussions" on taking executive action on gun control.
2 staunch Trump allies launch Senate bids in Missouri and Alabama
Former Missouri Governor Eric Greitens and Alabama Representative Mo Brooks formally announced their Senate bids on Monday.
Zelenskyy talks with allies on peace plan as Trump sets Thanksgiving deadline
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. peace plan forces Ukraine to choose between losing "dignity" or "a key partner."
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Trump and Mamdani set to meet for first time at the White House
President Trump and incoming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani are set to meet at the White House for the first time. Follow live updates here.
Ohio officer acquitted in death of pregnant mom accused of shoplifting
Blendon Township police officer Connor Grubb could have faced up to life in prison for the shooting death of Ta'Kiya Young.
Here's what's in Trump administration's proposed Russia-Ukraine peace plan
Trump administration officials have proposed a 28-point peace plan designed to end the Russia-Ukraine war — a framework that would require Ukraine to give up territory and swear off NATO membership.
Transportation Department wants fliers to dress up. Will it work?
The agency's "Golden Age of Travel" campaign aims to restore civility to air travel. Experts say they have doubts.
Stepbrother eyed in teen's cruise ship death may be called to testify, attorney says
A 16-year-old who is being eyed for possible involvement in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship may be called to testify in person about the incident, an attorney said.
What Trump and Mamdani have said about each other
President Trump has called Zohran Mamdani "my little communist mayor." Mamdani has vowed to "Trump-proof" New York City. Today they meet at the White House.
1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus unearthed, revealing treasures
When researchers carefully lifted the lid, they uncovered a complete skeleton surrounded by dozens of artifacts.
Driver says eagle dropped cat through car's windshield on highway
Bald eagles are predatory birds that can stand up to 3 feet tall and have a wingspan stretching more than 8 feet.