Congressional Races Watch

Former GOP congressional candidate in Indiana charged with stealing ballots

Police said Larry Savage was caught on video stealing two ballots during a public test of voting machines earlier this month.

Supreme Court to hear dispute involving Louisiana congressional map

The appeal stemmed from a congressional map enacted in January that includes two majority-Black districts.

Supreme Court to review Louisiana congressional map post-election

The Supreme Court announced Monday it will take up the fight over Louisiana’s congressional map, which has erupted into a messy legal battle over how to fix a racially gerrymandered design. The ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Michigan congressional candidate Paul Junge on what he's hearing from voters

Paul Junge is the Republican running for Congress in Michigan's 8th District against Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet. Junge joined CBS News to discuss his race and what he's hearing from voters.

How one congressional district in Nebraska could swing the election

Nebraska's allocation method, which was adopted before the 1992 election, was long seen as an innocuous curiosity.

Politics - The Hill - November 4

What happens to Senate, Congressional seats for those joining the Trump administration

Trump tapped Vance as his running mate in July, prompting him to depart from the Senate to serve as vice president following the election. Here's how the process works.

Vietnam War-era "Dustoff" crews honored with Congressional Gold Medal

During the Vietnam War, U.S. Army medevac teams flew into hostile combat areas, rescuing an estimated 900,000 wounded soldiers and Vietnamese civilians over the course of 11 years. Nearly 50 years ...

Frost launches bid to become first Gen Z congressional leader

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) launched a bid for Democratic leadership on Thursday, announcing his candidacy for co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC). If he wins the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair: Mass deportation plan will increase grocery costs

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán (D-Calif.) said mass deportations could cause a spike in costs for American families, including at the grocery store. President-elect ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general.

The Races for Congress

We preview next week’s elections and what a divided or united government might mean for each party.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Gaetz pick as AG triggers audible gasp from some Republicans

Reaction among Republicans on Capitol Hill to President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Matt Gaetz for attorney general ranged from shock to support to outright dismissal.

Congressional Democrats prepared to do 'whatever it takes' in response to Trump Cabinet picks: Padilla

Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) said Saturday that congressional Democrats are prepared to do “whatever it takes” in response to President-elect Trump’s Cabinet picks. “The incoming Senate majority ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Matt Gaetz may be able to return to his congressional seat after withdrawal from AG consideration

Matt Gaetz has taken himself out of the running to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general and now questions are swirling about whether he could return to the House seat he resigned ...

Verstappen defends 'on-the-limit' driving during title fight

Max Verstappen tells BBC Sport in Las Vegas about the approach that has brought him to the cusp of a fourth world title.

Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to Race in 2025

While the outcome of the antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR remains unclear, the teams will race in 2025.

Sports - The New York Times - November 16

EU races to prepare for a Trump win

Bloc seeks to bolster aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and trade policy in case Republican is re-elected

Business - Financial Times - October 25

The down-ballot races to follow this election

The 2024 election will not only decide the next U.S. president but will determine the balance of power in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down what races to ...

The race to solve the mystery of 'ghost particles'

China is building a facility to measure neutrinos — mysterious subatomic particles. It's the first of three neutrino observatories expected to open worldwide in the next decade.

The races that could decide control of Congress

The margins in the House and the Senate between Republicans and Democrats are razor-thin with a few key races likely to decide the balance of power for Congress. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill ...

Americans vote in neck and neck race

Voters head to the polls for Election Day

Braun wins Indiana governor's race

Sen. Mike Braun (R) has won Indiana's gubernatorial race, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. The latest polling ahead of the election showed Braun with nearly a 10-point lead over his ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Schiff wins California Senate race

Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) is projected to win his bid for the Senate in California, according to Decision Desk HQ. Schiff, who emerged as one of former President Trump’s chief critics in the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Kehoe wins Missouri governor's race

Missouri Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe (R) has won the governor’s mansion to replace the term-limited Gov. Mike Parson (R), according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ. Kehoe was expected to win the Show ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Cantwell wins Washington Senate race

Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell is projected to win a fifth term representing Washington state in the Senate, according to Decision Desk HQ. Cantwell, the chair of the Senate Commerce, Science and ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

The key races for control of the House of Representatives

Every seat in the lower chamber of Congress is up for grabs this election cycle.

Race voided as stalls stranded on track

A race at Chelmsford is dramatically halted because the starting stalls could not be removed from the track.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 10

Emotional Cavendish wins final race of career

Britain's Mark Cavendish, the most successful sprinter in cycling history, ends his career with victory in the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore.

The race to shape UK industrial strategy

Business leaders and regional mayors try to influence government’s flagship economic growth policy

World - Financial Times - November 13

Pennsylvania Senate race heads to a recount

Pennsylvania’s Senate race is heading to a recount, with the narrow margin between Republican Dave McCormick and Democratic Sen.

Politics - NBC News - November 13

The Race to Create the Perfect EV Tire

With billions sold each year, the battle is on to make the ideal electric car tire—one that offers the holy trinity of increased range, eco credentials, and less noise. The results could benefit ...

Tech - Wired - November 15

Why Kamala Harris is campaigning in Texas with race in homestretch

Kamala Harris will be joined by Beyoncé at a rally in Houston, Texas, on Friday with just 11 days remaining until Election Day. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on why ...

Baldwin, Hovde tied in Wisconsin Senate race polling

Incumbent Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) and her Republican challenger Eric Hovde are neck and neck in the Wisconsin Senate race, a new poll shows. The survey, released Thursday from Emerson College ...

Politics - The Hill - October 25

The race for the F1 constructors' title continues in Mexico City

Formula 1 heads to Mexico City for round 20. Check out this weekend's times, stats, predictions and preview.

Sports - ESPN - October 27

Mexico's Perez hits another bump in the road

Sergio Perez's self-proclaimed "terrible" season took another turn for the worse on Saturday.

Sports - ESPN - October 27

Cornish miner hoping to capitalise on global race for lithium

Analysts expect supply deficit to develop as countries race to meet climate targets

World - Financial Times - October 27

Latest in Congressional Races Watch

Former GOP congressional candidate in Indiana charged with stealing ballots

Supreme Court to hear dispute involving Louisiana congressional map

Supreme Court to review Louisiana congressional map post-election

Michigan congressional candidate Paul Junge on what he's hearing from voters

How one congressional district in Nebraska could swing the election

What happens to Senate, Congressional seats for those joining the Trump administration

Vietnam War-era "Dustoff" crews honored with Congressional Gold Medal

Frost launches bid to become first Gen Z congressional leader

Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair: Mass deportation plan will increase grocery costs

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

The Races for Congress

Gaetz pick as AG triggers audible gasp from some Republicans

Congressional Democrats prepared to do 'whatever it takes' in response to Trump Cabinet picks: Padilla

Matt Gaetz may be able to return to his congressional seat after withdrawal from AG consideration

Verstappen defends 'on-the-limit' driving during title fight

Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to Race in 2025

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The race to solve the mystery of 'ghost particles'

The races that could decide control of Congress

Americans vote in neck and neck race

Braun wins Indiana governor's race

Schiff wins California Senate race

Kehoe wins Missouri governor's race

Cantwell wins Washington Senate race

The key races for control of the House of Representatives

Race voided as stalls stranded on track

Emotional Cavendish wins final race of career

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Pennsylvania Senate race heads to a recount

The Race to Create the Perfect EV Tire

Why Kamala Harris is campaigning in Texas with race in homestretch

Baldwin, Hovde tied in Wisconsin Senate race polling

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Mexico's Perez hits another bump in the road

Cornish miner hoping to capitalise on global race for lithium

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