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PoliticsOct 14House Republicans are secretly admitting that they will lose the majority in November: reportWith the midterm elections right around the corner, Donald Trump has been stumping for Republican candidates — while struggling with his own record-low approval numbersThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Appeals Court Blocks California Law Mandating I.D. for Federal AgentsThe court said that California could not impose state requirements on federal law enforcement operations.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Trump team under fire for delaying IRS report on the impact of his tax cuts: ‘I think they’re hiding stuff’Data from missing reports under IRS chief Frank Bisignano could be embarrassing to Republicans running on Trump’s One Big Beautiful BillThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Unexpected House battles pop up deep in Trump countryRepublicans who haven't faced serious reelection fights in years are suddenly campaigning like they're running in swing districts.Why it matters: Democrats are eyeing House districts so Republican that they weren't even on the party's radar at the start of the 2026 midterm election cycle.That includes incumbents like Reps. John McGuire (R-Va.) and Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), neither of whom were seen as remotely vulnerable coming into the second Trump term.Most of these seats haven't elected a Democrat in years or even decades and are only truly in play if the party is winning nationally by doubAxios
PoliticsOct 14Republicans brace for three-way leader fight if they loseSpeaker Mike Johnson's sudden frank talk about his political future is upending the quiet maneuvering ahead of a post-election GOP leadership contest.Why it matters: The race could become a three-way fight if Johnson follows former Speaker Nancy Pelosi's example and tries to stay in leadership if Republicans lose the majority.Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) has widely been viewed as a top contender for the job — and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) did not seek a waiver to remain Judiciary chair, fueling speculation that he's preparing to run for leader.Many Republicans privately worry they're gAxios
PoliticsOct 14The Disappearing Women of the Trump AdministrationIn President Trump’s second term, those heading for the exits, voluntarily or involuntarily, are female officials.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Inflation Data Shows Prices Are Up, Worrying Republicans Ahead of the MidtermsThe newest inflation report gave Democrats a chance to tie pain at the pump to President Trump’s decisions.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Lisa Cook’s lawyers call Trump’s investigation committee ‘demonstrably biased’Lawyers for Federal Reserve board of governors member Lisa Cook called President Trump’s investigation committee into her “demonstrably biased.” “A hearing with demonstrably biased members, unspecified additional allegations, and an unclear schedule for the disclosure of any additional evidence – with no explanation for why it was not previously produced – is not a process…The Hill
PoliticsOct 14Katie Zacharia draws criticism after press secretary debutKatie Zacharia held her first briefing as White House press secretary on Tuesday, with critics calling it awkward and stilted. Political strategists Sawyer Hackett and Harrison Fields join "The Takeout" to discuss.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Inside Michigan’s critical midterm Senate battleNBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas speaks to Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, Republican Mike Rogers, and voters in Michigan.NBC News
PoliticsOct 14Mexico Bans Violent Content on Social Media for ChildrenJoining a global movement, President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a decree requiring the removal of a range of material for people under 18 and held out the prospect of tougher measures.NYT World
PoliticsOct 14Trump says "leakers should be shot" during Arizona rallyPresident Trump told supporters at an Arizona rally on Wednesday that he thinks "leakers should be shot." CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14DA looking to interview 2 witnesses in backseat of ICE vehicle in Houston incidentTwo people were allegedly in the back seat of an ICE vehicle when an agent struck a man during a pursuit in Texas on Saturday, the Harris County DA's office said.ABC News
PoliticsOct 14Denver Mayor Mike Johnston explains how city cut unsheltered homelessness by 64% in 3 yearsSince taking office in 2023, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has overseen a 64% decrease in unsheltered homelessness, outpacing the national rate. Johnston joins "The Takeout" to break down his administration's strategy.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14ICE pushes back on report suggesting body cameras that automatically recordThe immigration agency rejects a report from a government watchdog recommending improvements to its body camera policy.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 14Surprise Democratic Donor Blitzes Senate Races in Republican-Leaning States With AdsSteve Pajcic, a lawyer and philanthropist in Florida, started a group that is airing ads in Kansas and South Carolina. Florida and Mississippi are next.NYT US
PoliticsOct 14Kalshi traders betting Democrats will take Senate controlTraders on Kalshi are starting to think Democrats will take control of the Senate. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto digs into the trends. Kalshi is sponsoring the use of its prediction market data in CBS News election coverage this year.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Watch live: Trump rallies Montana Republicans with key House seat on the linePresident Trump is campaigning Wednesday evening in Montana, as Republicans fight to hold on to their majorities in both chambers of Congress. Trump is expected to rally supporters for GOP candidate Aaron Flint, who is facing Democrat Sam Forstag in the race to replace retiring Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) in the state’s 1st Congressional District.…The Hill
PoliticsOct 14Pollster Frank Luntz on midterms 20 days from Election DayCBS News polling has shown Latino support for Republicans is far below what it was in 2024. Pollster Frank Luntz joins "The Takeout" to discuss the state of the midterms with 20 days until Election Day.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Iran war and affordability take center stage in Senate debatesThe economic backdrop of the 2026 midterms is causing political heartburn for many Republicans. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "The Takeout" with takeaways from the Maine, Georgia and Iowa Senate debates.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Ilhan Omar's relatives subpoenaed as part of immigration probeThe subpoenas were issued on Friday, just days before Omar's home in Washington, D.C., was searched early Monday morning by investigators from ICE's investigative unit.CBS News
PoliticsOct 14Now We’re Seeing the Extent of American DecayFrom Hegseth’s plans to Trump’s theatrics, it’s hard to know what to be most outraged about.Foreign Policy
PoliticsOct 14Trump rates on-off pal Elon Musk’s intelligence in Arizona rally: ‘He has a little problem’Musk has donated hundreds of millions of dollars to help Republicans win races in the upcoming midterm electionsThe Independent World
PoliticsOct 14Harris tells Keke Palmer she’s undecided on 2028 runFormer Vice President Kamala Harris told actor Keke Palmer she has not yet decided on a presidential run in 2028 amid mounting speculation surrounding whether the Democrat will launch a third campaign. Harris joined Palmer’s podcast, “Baby, This is Keke Palmer,” for a lengthy interview on the Trump administration, the midterms, her time as vice…The Hill
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