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Latest news on future of Congress as House race results come in

Votes in some congressional races are still being counted with Republicans just three seats short of keeping their majority in the House of Representatives. Tom LoBianco, a national politics ...

How new members are shaping Congress

With orientation underway, Scott MacFarlane breaks down how the newest members of Congress are preparing to make an impact.

Meet some of the new faces that will join Congress in January

As President-elect Trump builds his Cabinet and administration, incoming lawmakers are gathering on Capitol Hill for orientation. CBS News projects the GOP will hold the majority in the House, with ...

McConnell announces new roles in next Congress

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) on Thursday announced plans to shift into two key roles in the next Congress as he prepares to hand over the torch as the upper chamber’s top ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Republicans win control of the Senate, NBC News projects

Americans are poised to elect a new Congress as every seat in the House of Representatives and one-third of the Senate is up before voters on Election Day.

Politics - NBC News - November 6

Latest news on fate of Congress as GOP search for Senate leader begins

The ballots for several key congressional races are still being counted and the fate of the House of Representatives still hangs in the balance. CBS News projects Republicans will have the majority ...

Orientation for new members of Congress begins as government shutdown looms

Orientation is underway in Congress for new members as important matters loom, including funding the government to avoid a shutdown. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.

Latest news on Trump's D.C. visit with Biden, Republicans in Congress

President-elect Donald Trump met with President Biden at the White House after gathering with House Republicans in Washington, D.C. Semafor's Kadia Goba joins CBS News with more on Trump's visit ...

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

Amazon’s New Strategy Lacks Bezos-Era Boldness. That May Doom Its Future

Bezos is a great entrepreneurial leader, but his choice of successor is falling short. Here’s what to learn.

Business - Inc. - October 29

Andrea Bocelli on his new album, film and 30 years of making music: 'I like to think to the future'

To mark 30 years of his career, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli has released a new compilation album, “Duets,” featuring previously released and new collaborations across some of his best-known work

Entertainment - ABC News - November 4

Apex Devs Talk Lifeline's "Rebirth," Season 23's New Rocket Launcher, And The Future Of Apex Legends

Apex Legends Season 23: From the Rift is nearly here, and has brought with it a number of surprises, from a Titanfall grenade launcher to a total rework of one of the game's first Legends, ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 5

Supreme Court releases new case order list amid rumors about justices' futures

The Supreme Court has released its new order list of cases for the coming months as speculation swirls about justices possibly stepping down. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.

Jets fire GM Joe Douglas: What this means for Aaron Rodgers and the future of New York's rebuild

Another week, another domino of dysfunction

Sports - CBS Sports - 4 days ago

New York State of Despair: After yet another lost season, do the Giants or Jets have a better future outlook?

Spoiler: It's not great for either franchise

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

Latest news on Trump's future after sentencing delay, Bondi attorney general pick

President-elect Donald Trump's sentencing in the criminal "hush money" case against him has been delayed. This comes after Trump announced a new pick for attorney general, former Florida Attorney ...

GOP senators brush off concerns about Thune’s relationship with Trump

The new Senate majority leader has been critical of the president-elect, but even conservative senators expressed confidence that he would work well with Trump.

Politics - Politico - November 13

Rays say new stadium won't be able to open for 2028 season after more vote delays as St. Pete future stalls

The team presidents said they will still work with 'any and all willing partners'

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

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 ...

Congress returns after election break

Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., on Tuesday following a six-week election break. Republicans are preparing to govern with majorities in both chambers while Democrats look to regroup. Scott ...

FirstFT: Republicans complete Congress sweep

Also in today’s newsletter, France boycotts COP29 and renowned conservative lawyer dies

World - Financial Times - November 14

Can Matt Gaetz return to Congress?

Now that former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) has withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Trump’s attorney general, questions are swirling about whether he will return to the House — or if he ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Gaetz says he will not return to Congress

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) said Friday he will not return to Congress after resigning his House seat last week, despite having withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Trump’s ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Women will decide America’s future

Where female voters go, the result of the US presidential election follows

Business - Financial Times - October 28

This Is a Glimpse of the Future of AI Robots

Physical Intelligence, a well-funded startup chasing breakthroughs in robotic intelligence, has developed a robot capable of doing various household chores remarkably well.

Tech - Wired - October 31

The Future of Political Influencers

Republicans now see the value in collaborating with influencers and content creators. Their plan? Bring them under their red tent for many elections to come.

Tech - Wired - November 7

Trump and the future of AI regulation

New Jersey’s governor Phil Murphy discusses his state’s tech landscape and prospects under Donald Trump’s second presidential term

World - Financial Times - November 14

The Future of Entertainment Depends on Collaboration

Working together, creatives and studios can pair authorship and fan engagement to forge long-term relationships.

Business - Inc. - November 14

In their own words: Lawmakers on what it's like in a 'chaos' Congress

Polarizing

In the Race for Congress, a Reporter Starts ‘With a Blank Notebook’

Catie Edmondson, who has been covering Capitol Hill for The New York Times since 2018, tries to glean patterns that will determine control of the House.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

What if Democrats Win the White House and Congress on Tuesday?

If Democrats win the White House and Congress, they might finally make lasting changes to voting rights and abortion access.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Will Your Elected Officials in Congress Accept the Results of the Election?

We’ve asked every member of Congress whether they’ll accept the results as called by the Associated Press. Use our tool to see how your representatives answer.

Tech - Wired - October 31

Closing arguments in battle for Congress focus on abortion and immigration

Both parties are zeroing in on different issues as they make their closing arguments in the battles for the House and Senate, with Democrats leaning into abortion and Republicans focusing on ...

Politics - NBC News - October 31

Factors that could affect the balance of power in Congress

Republicans hold a slim majority in the House, while the Democrats' margin in the Senate is slimmer. Seats are being vacated, districts redrawn, and the pull of presidential candidates are all ...

Control of Congress up for grabs on Election Day

In addition to electing a new president, control of Congress will also be determined on Election Day. Democrats hold a narrow majority in the Senate while Republicans have a slim advantage in the ...

José Andrés threatens to challenge Maryland Republican in Congress

Celebrity chef José Andrés could trade the kitchen for Congress if he follows through on a threat to challenge a Maryland Republican, saying the state "deserves better." "I will retire and run for ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

How Congress will look after Election Day

CBS News projects that Republicans have flipped the Senate and could take control of the House. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has a look at what the makeup of Congress will ...

Where the fight for control of Congress currently stands

With Republicans in control of the Senate, CBS News rates control of the House as lean Republican as of Thursday evening. Controlling the lower chamber would give President-elect Trump a unified ...

Here’s what veterans want Congress to prioritize

From expanded health care access to reducing suicide rates, veterans groups are preparing to lobby the 119th Congress on a host of issues affecting retired service members. Veterans groups are ...

Politics - The Hill - November 11

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