Leaves Democrats Asking

Democratic strategist Joel Payne on the next steps for the Democratic Party after their loss

Following setbacks in the White House and Senate, Democrats are looking to assess what went wrong in the election. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about ...

Democrats' joint fundraising outpaces Republicans'

Vice President Harris and the Democrats have dwarfed former President Trump and the Republicans in joint fundraising in the last three months, filings show.

Democrats are nervous — and Harris may be OK with that

Democrats are notoriously quick to worry and slow to appease.

In Michigan, Democratic enthusiasm competes with disaffection

As she faces dissent from parts of the traditional Democratic base, Kamala Harris is counting on expanded support from suburban voters and former Republicans.

Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party Is Faltering

The Liberal Democrats, long the guiding force for Japan, are in disarray just when their country needs them the most.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

Democratic governors dress as Walz for Halloween

Democratic governors are dressing up as Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) for Halloween with just five days to go until Election Day. Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland, Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan, Maura ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

Surprising No One, Democrats Ditch Tesla

It’s never a good sign when your customers are embarrassed to be associated with you.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Democrats call for investigation into grocery prices

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) are calling on administration officials to investigate Albertsons and other major grocery chains for “predatory practices” they say ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

North Carolina Breaks Democrats’ Hearts

After several furious months of action, Harris came up short, and Trump came out on top.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Will Democrats be able to claim the House majority?

With about 54 seats in the House yet to be called, Democrats are hopeful that they can claim the House majority by winning over swing districts in New York and California. In several battleground ...

The Democrats threw away a winnable election

Harris was the wrong candidate, and the consequences could be global

World - Financial Times - November 6

Democratic strategist on the party's economic message

A CBS News exit poll found that 45% of voters felt that their financial situation was worse than it was four years ago. Hyma Moore, the former director for the office of Democratic National ...

How Democrats Made It Easy for Trump

Why the 2024 election’s outcome was uniquely foreseeable.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Democrats and the Case of Mistaken Identity Politics

The post mortem is a wake for woke.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Lessons from Florida for the Democratic Party

Despite the left’s constant protestations that, as states and nations become more diverse, they inevitably become more blue, Florida is doing just the opposite.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

The Democratic Blind Spot That Wrecked 2024

Maybe it would have been better if the red wave had crashed ashore in 2022.

Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Attention Democrats: Don’t mourn, organize!

Although the presidential election is over, the fight must continue.

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Who Are the Next Leaders of the Democratic Party?

Democrats will soon have a leadership vacuum, and there will be no shortage of highly ambitious governors, senators and transportation secretaries looking to fill it.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

How the Democrats can win in 2028

If the party changes, the US rightwing realignment won’t last

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

Democratic Congressman on the party's messaging, focus

Democratic leaders are divided over what to blame for their 2024 election losses. Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the party's messaging and focus.

Georgia prosecutor asks appeals court to reinstate 6 charges in Trump case

Lawyers for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis said a judge "erred" when he dismissed the charges in March.

Asked if He Thinks Trump Lost in 2020, Vance Finally Gives an Answer: No

Senator JD Vance, former President Donald J. Trump’s running mate, had spent weeks dodging questions about Mr. Trump’s false claims he won the 2020 election.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

Fani Willis asks appeals court to reinstate charges against Trump

Fulton County, Ga., District Attorney Fani Willis (D) has asked a Georgia appeals court to reinstate six charges in her 2020 election subversion prosecution of former President Trump and several of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

Bipartisan lawmakers ask Congress to meet early for hurricane aid

Florida and several surrounding states suffered enormous financial losses from Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Lawmakers of both political parties are calling for Congress to reconvene to pass ...

Alabama executes man who killed 5 and asked to be put to death

Derrick Dearman, who admitted to killing five people in 2016, was put to death by lethal injection in Alabama

Sean Dyche asks if FA is committed to English coaches after Tuchel arrival

Everton manager says appointment raises questions ‘How is an English U-16s coach going to get to the top?’ Sean Dyche has questioned whether the Football Association remains committed to giving ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

South Africa asks Taiwan to move its unofficial embassy out of the capital

South Africa has asked Taiwan to move its unofficial embassy out of the administrative capital, Pretoria, in a move that’s seen as appeasing ally China

World - ABC News - October 18

Harris asks if Trump is "fit to do the job," highlighting health questions

"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.

Ask Shrimsley: were the ’80s as much fun as Jilly Cooper says?

Absolutely. Although I don’t remember doing any of that stuff myself

Business - Financial Times - October 18

Asked about differences between Harris and Biden, Gov. Shapiro focuses on Trump

Kristen Welker asks Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) to name one policy difference between Joe Biden and Kamala Harris after Harris said her admin would not be a “continuation” of Biden’s ...

Politics - NBC News - October 20

'What kind of country do we want to live in?' Harris asks congregation

During remarks at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Ga., Vice President Kamala Harris encouraged congregants to vote.

Politics - NBC News - October 20

South Korea asks Russia to stop apparent North Korean troop deployment

Seoul calls in ambassador amid concerns about Pyongyang involvement in Ukraine conflict

World - Financial Times - October 21

Sark asks fans to use discretion after SEC fine

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian implored fans to use "better discretion" after the school was fined $250,000 for fans throwing water bottles and trash on the field.

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Which Republican Might Join a Harris Cabinet? We Asked Around.

In a text message, Mitt Romney sounded down on the idea. John Bolton said his chances were “substantially less than zero.” Liz Cheney remained silent on the matter.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

The Champions League Isn’t Fun For Everyone. Just Ask These Six Teams.

They dominate their domestic leagues, but this group has already conceded 49 goals after two rounds.

Sports - The New York Times - October 22

Usyk asks Fury to sign photo of him being punched in face

A sedate news conference ends with Tyson Fury tickling Oleksandr Usyk during their face-off.

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