‘They say Democrats look down on me’: Trump win spurred by populist backlash

The president-elect tapped into a fierce anti-establishment sentiment – and the Democrats didn’t have enough to say. The party was buzzing, the confidence was surging and Kenneth Stewart was riding ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Trump spurs backlash with Cheney guns ‘trained on her face’ remarks

Former President Trump is spurring backlash with his comments about former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) in which he described her having guns "trained on her face" while criticizing her foreign policy. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Democratic populists are key to congressional control and their party's future

Democrats have struggled with working-class, populist voters, but this year, a slate of congressional races could help reverse the tide -- or intensify it.

A Look at Democratic Voter Turnout and Trump’s Election Victory

Many Democrats failed to turn out to vote at the rate they did in 2020 when they ousted Donald Trump, according to an analysis of election data.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Breaking down Trump's win in Georgia

Voters in Georgia gave Trump 16 electoral votes on his way to the White House, CBS News projects. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on how Trump won there.

Top stories - CBS News - November 6

'Orbital,' which looks down on Earth in awe, wins the 2024 Booker Prize

"Orbital," by Samantha Harvey, won the 2024 Booker Prize on Tuesday. The book follows a day in the life of six astronauts.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 16 hours ago

Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.

President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.

Top stories - CBS News - November 6

Trump election win spurs US stocks to strongest week in a year

S&P 500 breaks through 6,000 for first time

Business - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Trump's Win Spurs New Push for West Bank Annexation in Israel

The idea is seen as illegal by most of the international community and could threaten Israel’s relations with its Arab allies.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 15 hours ago

Trump doubles down on calling Democrats 'enemies from within'

CUMMING, Ga. — Former President Donald Trump doubled down Tuesday on his remarks over the weekend referring to Democrats as the “enemy from within.”

Politics - NBC News - October 16

Congressional leaders negotiating potential lame-duck deal to address AI concerns

The discussions between the top four Hill leaders are centered on hopes to pass legislation before January.

Politics - Politico - October 18

What if it's President Harris, but a GOP Senate? That's her allies' fear.

A Republican Senate could block Cabinet and Supreme Court picks, as well as legislation.

Politics - Politico - October 20

Law enforcement missed ‘pivotal moments’ to engage Trump gunman, House panel finds

The interim report cited several issues in coordination and planning in the lead up to and during the July 13 rally.

Politics - Politico - October 21

House GOP braces for bitter fight over the power to oust a speaker

Most GOP lawmakers despise the rule, which allows a small faction of the conference to wield outsize influence over the agenda. But conservatives are prepared to fight for it.

Politics - Politico - October 22

Tottenham inconsistency down to me - Postecoglou

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou says their inconsistent start is down to him rather than his players after a fifth Premier League defeat.

2 populist European leaders openly hope for a Trump election victory

"If Mr. Trump returns, we will open multiple bottles of champagne," Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said earlier this month.

Don’t fall into ‘populist trap’ of backing Trump, Badenoch warned

Tory leader advised by senior members not to align herself closely to the president-elect’s success. Kemi Badenoch is being urged not to “fall into a populist trap” by pulling the Conservative ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Trump courts Christian vote and says ‘God saved me for a purpose’

Republican nominee reflects on assassination attempt and says ‘my faith took on new meaning on July 13’. Donald Trump urged Christian voters on Monday to participate in the 2024 election, claiming ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Rally Backlash Puts Trump on the Defensive

Also, North Korean troops were deployed to help Russian forces. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

US progressives urge Democrats to back populist policies as party reels from loss

Pramila Jayapal says party has to ‘pick some big fights’ and blames leaders for falling ‘hostage to big-money interests’. As shell-shocked Democrats try to understand why working-class Americans – ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Have Democrats found a way to win over rural America? Look at what's happening in Wisconsin.

The party’s hot streak in statewide elections faces a crucial test in out-state districts long held by Republicans.

Politics - Politico - October 27

Bernie Sanders says Harris did her ‘very best’ and called for Democrats to look forward

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said Vice President Harris did her “very best” in the presidential election and called on the Democratic Party to look both inward and forward. Sanders joined CNN’s ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Moulton doubles down on transgender athletes comments: 'Backlash … proves my point'

Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) doubled down on his recent comments about transgender athletes, saying the response to them proves his point. “I was just speaking authentically as a dad about one of ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

How Democrats can win control of the House even if Trump is elected president

Democrats could win control of the House in the 2024 elections even if Donald Trump wins the presidency, providing a curb on his legislative agenda.

Politics - NBC News - October 25

Can Democrats Win Back Voters From Trump on Trade Policy?

The Biden administration has pursued a big shift in trade policy, but it’s not clear whether that will be enough to win votes.

Business - The New York Times - October 30

Democrats suffer a drubbing: 10 key takeaways from Trump’s election win

Kamala Harris fell way short as Trump’s bombastic style and extreme proposals appealed to more than 70m voters. US election live: latest updates after Trump’s victory US election results 2024: ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Trump on his big win: Democrats 'not in line' with country's thinking

President-elect Trump on Thursday linked his Election Day win to the idea that Democrats are “not in line” with the country’s thinking. "I started to see realignment could happen because the ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

2 Democrats speak out against transgender athletes after Trump win

Two House Democrats said they oppose transgender athletes competing in women’s sports in the immediate aftermath of President-elect Trump’s decisive victory over Vice President Harris, shifting ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Trump win leaves Democrats talking about how to start over

Democrats say they need a fresh start after President-elect Donald Trump’s decisive victory over Vice President Harris, which saw him sweep the swing states, narrow Democratic margins in various ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Progressives seek to push Democrats to the left after Trump's resounding win

Progressives are urging Democrats to pursue a path forward that prioritizes America’s working-class population, the coalition that overwhelmingly rejected their party and supported President-elect ...

Politics - The Hill - 16 hours ago

Trump’s Win Leaves Democrats Asking: Where Are Our Bro Whisperers?

Democrats have widely acknowledged that they have no answer for the online ecosystem of conservative influencers popular with Gen Z men. Some have argued for a rethink of media strategy.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 hours ago

Maxx Crosby trade on horizon? Raiders star 'not here to rebuild,' says winning now 'all that matters to me'

Like his ex-Raiders All-Pro teammate, Crosby may not want to stick around

Sports - CBS Sports - October 17

Major Garrett breaks down the election numbers behind Trump's projected win

Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett examines the data behind Trump's projected win and looks at the key states and voter demographics that shaped the election outcome.

Top stories - CBS News - November 6

Breaking down the exit polls after Trump's projected win as president

Voters didn't just make their opinions heard at the ballot box, they also shared their thoughts on the country in exit polls. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has a look at ...

Top stories - CBS News - November 6

Puerto Rican voters weigh in on Trump rally backlash

Nearly half a million Puerto Ricans live in Pennsylvania, comprising nearly 4% of the population of the largest battleground state. Will insensitive comments made by a comedian at a recent Trump ...

Trump facing backlash for remark about protecting women

Former President Donald Trump is facing criticism for a comment about women he made at a rally Wednesday night. "I'm going to do it whether the women like it or not. I'm going to protect them," ...

Trump faces backlash to Hegseth pick for Pentagon chief

President-elect Trump’s surprise choice of Pete Hegseth, a conservative Fox News host, to serve as Defense secretary has enraged Democrats and left even some Republicans scratching their heads. ...

Politics - The Hill - 11 hours ago

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