Commentary: "Blue wave" is far from certain
If I'm being honest, I'm terrified. And my fellow Democrats ought to be worried as well
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Battle for Senate inches closer
The controversy surrounding Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation is weighing on voters across the country. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joined CBSN with a look at how the controversy is affecting some of the nation's high-profile Senate races.
Kavanaugh fight and the midterms
A new CBS News poll finds Democrats have an uphill battle to regain control of the Senate, with tight races in key Republican strongholds like Texas. John Harris, editor in chief of Politico, has more.
Sens. Collins, Heitkamp explain Kavanaugh votes
One voted no and one voted yes, but both put their political futures in jeopardy
Why Susan Collins voted "yes" on Brett Kavanaugh
Republican senator tells 60 Minutes she feels "very comfortable" with her decision — and what it may mean for women's reproductive rights
Why Sen. Heidi Heitkamp voted "no" on Brett Kavanaugh
North Dakota senator says conduct during Kavanaugh's confirmation process was disturbing — both the judge's and the president's
McConnell: Senate won't be "intimidated" by "mob-like tactics" of protesters
"It was really quite a display of aggressiveness far beyond what I'd consider peaceful protesting," said McConnell of demonstrations
Kavanaugh sworn in as Supreme Court justice
Kavanaugh was confirmed by a narrow margin Saturday
Pence and Murkowski have "lovely interaction" after her no vote on Kavanaugh
Republicans on the floor treated Murkowski with kindness, even as President Trump predicted Alaskans would "never forgive her"
Murkowski: "I will be a no today and a no tomorrow"
Key senators have decided ahead of crucial vote on whether to advance Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to Supreme Court
Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski make different decisions in Kavanaugh confirmation
The two moderate Republicans were instrumental in stopping the repeal of the Affordable Care Act
Sen. Susan Collins: “I will vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh”
Collins announced her decision Friday afternoon on the Senate floor
Steve Daines will leave daughter's wedding in private jet to return for Kavanaugh vote, if needed
The Republican senator is attending his daughter's wedding in Montana on Saturday, the same day as the final vote on Brett Kavanaugh
Amid tensions over Kavanaugh vote, Senate overwhelmingly passes sweeping opioids legislation
A package addressing the opioid crisis now awaits a signature from President Trump
Kavanaugh writes op-ed in Wall Street Journal
Members from both sides have been reviewing the FBI report on Kavanaugh in one-hour increments in a secure room at the Capitol
Trump blasts Democrats for "rage-fueled resistance" to Kavanaugh nomination
Senate will hold a procedural vote Friday on Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh
Sen. Graham says Klobuchar should apologize to Kavanaugh over "smear campaign"
Republican senator has been a vocal supporter of Brett Kavanaugh as he faces allegations of sexual misconduct by multiple women
Anti-Kavanaugh protesters arrested after taking over Senate building
The Senate will hold a procedural vote on Kavanaugh's nomination on Friday, setting in motion a possible final vote on Saturday
Kavanaugh fight rallies GOP ahead of midterms: "It's like pouring gasoline on the base"
"It's like pouring gasoline on the Republican base," says one GOP strategist.
Former Senate staffer arrested for allegedly doxing senator
Jackson Cosko, 27, worked for Democratic Sen. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire from January 2017 to May 2018 as a legislative correspondent/systems administrator
New York Times claims Trump evaded taxes
President Trump is defending himself against allegations by The New York Times he dodged nearly half a billion dollars in taxes during the 1990s. Chris Cadelago, White House reporter for Politico, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the claims.
Kavanaugh, Ford hearing spurs more division - CBS News Poll
Strong partisanship defines the public's views on Kavanaugh's confirmation to be Supreme Court justice lafter last week's hearing
Commentary: Kavanaugh's confirmation process is not supposed to work this way
If we're going confirm or reject judges over feelings instead of their records, then the point of the courts is lost already
FBI launches Kavanaugh investigation
The FBI has began investigating sexual assault allegations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Also within the past week, the House of Representatives has passed a tax bill and Sen. Elizabeth Warren said she will consider running for president in 2020. Kevin Cirilli, chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest headlines in politics.
Trump orders FBI to conduct "supplemental investigation" into Kavanaugh
The president granted the Senate Judiciary Committee's request for FBI involvement, but "must be limited in scope and completed in less than one week"
U.S. senators say Rubio denied that Ukraine-Russia peace plan originated from U.S.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected the claims, writing on social media that "the peace proposal was authored by the U.S."
Justice Department requests to unseal Epstein, Maxwell grand jury records
The Justice Department asked a court to unseal grand jury transcripts in the sex trafficking cases of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
Israel launches strikes in Gaza after reported attacks against IDF troops
Health officials in Gaza reported at least 14 people killed and another 45 wounded, including children.
Western leaders say U.S. peace plan for Ukraine needs "additional work"
President Trump said the peace plan is not his last offer as Ukrainian and U.S. officials are set to meet in Geneva for negotiations.
G20 summit in South Africa adopts declaration despite U.S. boycott
South Africa promoted it as a victory for the first G20 summit to be held in Africa and its aim to put problems, especially affecting poor countries, at the top of the agenda.
Brazil's Bolsonaro arrested days before starting 27-year prison sentence
Brazil's federal police arrested former President Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted of leading a coup attempt.
One dead, 8 wounded in 2 shootings in Chicago's downtown Loop district
The shootings took place on a bustling night, with huge crowds packing downtown Chicago for the Christmas tree lighting and the first night of Christkindlmarket.
Trump-Mamdani meeting marked by surprising moments of praise
President Trump and NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani have hurled attacks at each other for months — but on Friday, they seemed to hit it off.
Los Angeles Clippers' Chris Paul hints as retirement after the season
In a post to social media, Paul said he was grateful "for the last one."