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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 ...

Congress needs to reclaim its role in policymaking

The 119th Congress will be the first to begin since the Supreme Court overturned its 1984 Chevron decision, and their are proposed reforms to restore the role of the legislative branch in ...

Politics - The Hill - 10 hours ago

How culture and social media are shaping the 2024 presidential race

Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals ...

Organised crime has taken on a different shape in Latin America

The US and Europe must partner with the region to dismantle bigger and stronger criminal enterprises

World - Financial Times - October 21

7 key forces shaping the final days of the election: From the Politics Desk

The national and battleground state polls have revealed several important dynamics that have defined the 2024 campaign between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

How U.S.-Mexico border cities, immigration are shaping the 2024 election

Omar Villafranca is traveling the southern border and talking to locals as part of the new CBS News series, "Border Towns." Around 58% of voters say immigration will be a big factor in their vote ...

CNBC Poll: Voters say personal finance is in better shape than the economy

CNBC Senior Economics Reporter Steve Liesman joins Meet the Press NOW to dissect the latest CNBC poll, which shows former President Donald Trump with an edge on the economy over Vice President ...

Politics - NBC News - October 24

Turd-shaped monument 'honoring' Jan. 6 mob installed on National Mall

A sarcastic statue dedicated to Jan. 6, 2021, insurrectionists was unveiled in front of the Capitol on Thursday morning. The piece features a bronze shaped pile of poop resting atop a desk with ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Late Lawsuit Could Shape Political Ad Wars in Final Days of Campaign

House Democrats are suing to stop Republicans from using a legal loophole to bolster their Senate candidates.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

How Harris, Trump could shape Middle East policy

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story How Harris, Trump could shape Middle East policy Escalating wars in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

'I'm not a one-issue voter, but this is huge': Women on how abortion shaped their vote

It is the first presidential election since the top court overturned Roe v Wade, which protected the nationwide right to an abortion.

What we've learned from the consistent poll numbers shaping the 2024 election

The polls can't tell us who will win. But they do tell some clear stories about the forces shaping the election and propelling Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.

Politics - NBC News - November 5

Key trends and pivotal states shaping the outcome of Election Day

With voters heading to the polls, CBS News' chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett offers an in-depth look at the critical states and issues likely to define tomorrow's election.

How congressional races could shape next administration's agenda

With the balance of power in Congress at stake, Election Day results could determine the legislative path for the next administration. Scott MacFarlane reports on key races to watch.

Trump’s queasy prescription to ‘make America healthy again’ takes shape

Jumble of proposals include ‘massive reform’ of Obamacare and giving anti-vaxxer RFK Jr the helm of health agencies. US election 2024 – latest updates US election results 2024: live map and ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

New York Democrat: Far left has 'outsized impact' in shaping perception of party

Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) said Thursday that the far left had an “outsized impact” in shaping public perception of the Democratic Party, which he argued hurt them in the 2024 election cycle. In ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

Trump has shaped the Supreme Court, but it could still hinder his agenda

President-elect Donald Trump's ambitious agenda could face pushback from an institution he has done much to shape: the Supreme Court.

After a Flurry of Trade Deadline Action, N.F.L. Playoff Races Take Shape

A combined 25 teams engaged in 18 trades in hopes of fortifying their rosters for the second half of the season.

Sports - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Who’s who in the Musk ‘A-team’ vying to shape Trump 2.0

Billionaire likely to push for government roles for acolytes and allies to cut regulation and protect his businesses

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

How Tom Homan and Stephen Miller could shape Trump's immigration policy

Tom Homan will serve as "border czar" in Donald Trump's second administration, the president-elect announced Monday. Sources also tell CBS News that immigration hardliner Stephen Miller will return ...

Trump Taps Zeldin to Head EPA as Cabinet Takes Shape

The former New York Congressman is a prominent foe of green legislation and will be keen to roll back environmental regulations at a national level. Other cabinet picks are staunchly loyal to the ...

Business - Inc. - 3 days ago

Evening Report — Trump's second term team takes shape

Plus: The battle for the future of GOP leadership {beacon} Evening Report © Rebecca Blackwell, Associated Press Where Trump's cabinet stands President-elect Trump’s second term team is taking ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

How Jeff Raider Is Shaping Harry’s Into a Next-Generation CPG Company

When the FTC blocked the razor brand’s planned $1.37 billion merger in 2020, Jeff Raider had to pivot—and began building his own CPG empire.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

I’m Out of Shape. Will an AI Trainer Improve My Fitness?

In the premiere installment of WIRED’s new AI advice column “The Prompt,” we answer questions about AI’s ability to change your body, and your ability to change AI’s environmental impact.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

Billions at stake in court battle over North Sea oil

Lawyers and campaigners have made their arguments before Lord Ericht in Edinburgh this week.

New calls for Congress to return from recess for hurricane relief funding

There is a new wave of calls for Congress to come back from recess and approve a new round of hurricane relief funding with the Small Business Administration out of money for new disaster relief ...

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 ...

The 3 major decisions the next Congress must make about AI policy

With careful consideration and bold leadership, we can ensure that AI becomes a tool for progress, not a threat to our future.

Politics - The Hill - October 18

US firm’s Russia work prompts Congress to demand stricter sanctions

Letter to Biden administration warns SLB is helping finance ‘barbaric invasion’ of Ukraine

World - Financial Times - October 19

Trump backs Congress returning from recess to pass hurricane relief

Former President Trump on Monday said he would be in favor of Congress returning early from recess to pass additional aid following Hurricane Helene. “I would be in favor of it, yeah. This is a ...

Politics - The Hill - October 21

Control of Congress at stake in high-profile contests across the US

The battle for control of Congress is just as tight as the 2024 presidential race, highlighted by a handful of high-profile contests coast-to-coast. NBC’s Ryan Nobles reports for TODAY.

Politics - NBC News - October 22

Tech giants press Congress to codify AI Safety Institute

A coalition of more than 60 tech companies and industry groups, including Amazon, Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft and OpenAI, urged congressional leaders Tuesday to pass legislation permanently ...

Politics - The Hill - October 22

Inside the New York elections that could decide control of Congress

The road to the House majority for Republicans and Democrats is running through New York, well outside the presidential battleground map.

Sinwar's UNRWA ties show Congress was right to cut off funding

UNRWA employee Yahya Sinwar was found dead with an official document identifying him as an employee of the organization, prompting criticism of the UN agency's complicity in the murder and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Americans are the losers in the trade war. The next Congress should end it.

Instead of wishing for presidential hopefuls to change course, voters should ask their congressional candidates what their plan is to stop these catastrophic tax hikes.

Politics - The Hill - October 24

The real monster this Halloween: Our national debt and a dysfunctional Congress

Congress is facing a potential government shutdown on Dec. 20 due to its reliance on continuing resolutions and bloated omnibus bills, and is being urged to address the monster of reckless spending.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Key ‘sleeper races’ that could decide who controls Congress

NBC News Correspondents Sahil Kapur and Ali Vitali explains which key House and Senate races could determine the balance of power in Congress.

Politics - NBC News - October 28

Newly freed Steve Bannon says time in prison 'empowered him'

Donald Trump adviser and rightwing podcast host Steve Bannon to be released from prison a week before the election.

Politics - NBC News - October 29

Candidates for Congress seize on comments stemming from Trump rally "garbage" joke

Since comedian Tony Hinchcliffe told a racist joke about Puerto Ricans at a rally for Donald Trump Sunday, congressional candidates have been trying to use the comment to their advantage.

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