Tag: politics
Is Jim Jordan the right House speaker candidate to unite the GOP? Strategists weigh in
A vote to decide who will be the next House speaker following Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s ouster is expected to take place next week. Former President Donald Trump endorsed Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan for speaker, calling…
Biden says his hands are tied on border wall expansion
The Biden administration is rebuffing criticism over the decision to approve the expansion of the wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, saying it is bound by law to follow through with the project. CBS News senior…
Biden, Netanyahu to stay in contact as Israel-Hamas war unfolds
President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have committed to staying in regular contact as Israel’s war with Hamas unfolds in real time. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. #news #biden…
U.S. response to Israel-Hamas war, House speaker race latest and more | America Decides
“America Decides” reports on the Biden administration’s pledge to support Israel after Hamas launched a surprise attack Saturday, new CBS polling on what the American public is looking for in the next House speaker and…
John Kirby on U.S. assistance to Israel amid war with Hamas
Israel has ordered a complete siege on Gaza after Hamas launched a surprise attack Saturday. John Kirby, National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications, joins “America Decides” to discuss how the Biden administration is responding…
What lies ahead in the Israel-Hamas war?
More than 1,500 people have been killed since the Hamas militant group launched a surprise assault on Israel from Gaza early Saturday. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and foreign affairs journalist Elise Labott…
Americans want new House speaker to work with Democrats, cut spending, CBS News poll finds
Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana are each making their push to replace Kevin McCarthy as the next House speaker. New CBS News’ polling shows the American public wants…
Kevin McCarthy not ruling out another House speaker bid
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is not ruling out another bid for the job from which he was ousted just last week, telling reporters Monday, “I’ll let the conference see who unites them.” CBS News…
How could Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s party switch impact the 2024 race?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Monday he will run for president as an independent and drop his Democratic primary bid. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins to discuss what the party…
Biden pledges to support Israel, voters weigh in on House speaker race and more | America Decides
Israel orders siege of Gaza, fighting intensifies; What GOP voters want from next House speaker #news #politics #israel CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations,…
Biden addresses nation about Israel-Hamas war | full video
President Biden spoke Tuesday about the attacks on Israel by the Hamas militant group over the weekend. #news #biden #israel CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News…
Steve Scalise wins Republican nomination for House speaker
House Republicans on Wednesday selected Majority Leader Steve Scalise as their nominee for speaker, setting up an election on the chamber’s floor to fill the seat left vacant after the ouster of Rep. Kevin McCarthy….
Biden addresses Israel-Hamas war, House heads toward speakership vote, more | America Decides
Israel, Hamas exchange rocket fire; Why Hurd backs Haley for 2024 after dropped bid #news #politics #israel CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available…
Steve Scalise speaks after GOP selects him as House speaker nominee
Republican lawmakers on Wednesday selected Majority Leader Steve Scalise as their nominee for speaker of the House, teeing up the election to fill the seat left vacant after the historic ouster of Rep. Kevin McCarthy…
White House holds briefing as death toll in Israel-Hamas war climbs | full video
National Security Council coordinator for strategic communications John Kirby and White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said Wednesday at least 22 Americans were killed and 17 remain unaccounted for after Hamas’ surprise attack on Israel…
President Biden announces plan to crack down on hidden junk fees | full video
President Biden detailed a new plan Wednesday to protect consumers from hidden junk fees. The proposed rule would require businesses that rely on junk fees to provide refunds to consumers, and those companies could face…
Will House Republicans be able to pick a speaker this week?
While war rages in the Middle East, the U.S. House is at a virtual standstill as the Republican conference works to elect a new speaker. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on the…
Biden says Hamas took Americans hostage, GOP prepares for speaker vote and more | America Decides
“America Decides” reports on President Biden’s remarks from the White House on the unprecedented Hamas attacks on Israel, House Republicans working to unite on a candidate for speaker and other top political stories. #news #politics…
Will Hurd explains why he ended 2024 bid and endorsed Nikki Haley
Former Texas Republican Rep. Will Hurd dropped out of the 2024 presidential race Monday and endorsed Nikki Haley. Hurd joins “America Decides” to discuss why he thinks Haley is the best candidate in the GOP…
House Republicans unsure how quickly they can elect speaker
Republican lawmakers on Wednesday selected Majority Leader Steve Scalise as their nominee for speaker of the House, but a floor vote remains in a state of suspended animation as Scalise works to build support in…
Vacant speakership stalls response to Israel-Hamas war, global tensions and more | America Decides
Speaker vacancy puts key issues in House limbo; State of world order amid several global conflicts #news #politics #congress CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News and…
Scalise already losing support for House speaker
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, of Louisiana, has won the Republican nomination for House speaker, but he must win an election on the House floor to win the office. And support for Scalise is already…
Breaking down Israel’s complex global relations as war erupts
President Biden has pledged his unwavering support for Israel. Ian Bremmer, president and founder of the Eurasia Group, joins CBS News to discuss how that commitment could affect U.S. relations with Israel’s friends and adversaries….
House adjourns without electing new speaker
The House has adjourned until noon Thursday after Republicans postponed a floor vote to select the next speaker. House Republicans voted Wednesday to nominate Majority Leader Steve Scalise to fill the speaker seat. CBS News…
