Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, leader of the Democratic Governors Association (DGA), has chosen to spend money on governor races in several swing states instead of heavily funding Latina candidate Gina Hinojosa’s campaign for Texas governor. Other Democratic governors have supported Hinojosa with donations, leading to tensions with Latino leaders who wanted more money for the Texas race.
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear leads the Democratic Governors Association (DGA).
Latino leaders urged Beshear to invest $10 million in Gina Hinojosa’s Texas governor campaign.
Beshear gave only $1 million to Hinojosa, about 10% of what was requested.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker donated $1.2 million, California Gov. Gavin Newsom raised $75,000, and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore contributed $100,000 for Hinojosa.
Beshear declined to join a Zoom call with Latino leaders, causing frustration among them.
Beshear focused DGA resources on swing states like Nevada, Georgia, Arizona, Wisconsin, and Ohio.
Some Democrats support Beshear’s focus on swing states as a better strategy to win elections.
Latino leaders’ political influence is growing, partly because of new primary voting schedules favoring states with large Latino populations.
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President Donald Trump said that work to renovate a public golf course in Washington, DC will start on November 15 despite a judge’s order to pause construction. A federal judge had halted tree removal and required notice before major work because of concerns about the environment and historic preservation.
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President Trump announced on Truth Social that the golf course restoration will begin on November 15 and reopen in about 15 months.
US District Judge Ana Reyes had ordered a pause on construction and tree removal at the East Potomac golf course.
The judge called the removal of about 500 trees "inexcusable" and demanded government notification before work continues.
The golf course is a 106-year-old public space open to all income levels in Washington, DC.
Opponents say Trump’s high-end renovation plans could limit access and harm the park’s character.
The DC Preservation League sued to stop the renovation, citing environmental and historic damage concerns.
The Trump administration claims the project is still early and “conceptual,” but tree removal has already occurred.
The judge has ordered government officials to testify about the recent tree cutting and its links to the renovation plans.
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Senator Raphael Warnock said Democrats should investigate President Donald Trump and his administration if they regain control of the House of Representatives. While Warnock supports investigations and accountability, he did not clearly say Democrats should impeach President Trump again, emphasizing that they can focus on both investigations and economic issues.
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Senator Raphael Warnock wants Democrats to investigate President Trump and his administration after the midterm elections.
Warnock described Trump as dishonest and called for accountability for those supporting him.
Warnock did not directly say Democrats should impeach President Trump for a third time.
He believes Democrats can investigate Trump and also work on economic issues like affordability at the same time.
Former Senator Joe Manchin disagrees, saying investigations could hurt Democrats politically and lead to Republican wins.
The White House responded by accusing Democrats of focusing on political attacks rather than improving Americans' lives.
Warnock linked Trump’s policies to economic struggles faced by many Americans.
The debate reflects mixed views within the Democratic Party on whether to pursue investigations or focus on voters’ economic concerns.
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Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed was asked at a town hall if he would reject the Muslim Brotherhood. He confirmed he would and questioned why the topic was raised during the event.
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Abdul El-Sayed is running for the U.S. Senate in Michigan as a Democrat.
At a campaign event, an attendee asked if he would disavow the Muslim Brotherhood.
El-Sayed said yes, he would disavow the group.
He also asked why the question about the Muslim Brotherhood was being asked.
The Muslim Brotherhood is a political Islamic organization often discussed in U.S. politics.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce publicly supports Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the upcoming 2026 Senate election against Democrat James Talarico. The endorsement highlights Paxton’s record supporting business-friendly policies.
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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce made an endorsement in the Texas Senate race.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is the endorsed candidate.
Paxton is running against Democrat James Talarico.
The election will take place during the 2026 midterm elections.
The Chamber praised Paxton for supporting free enterprise and policies that help businesses grow.
This endorsement could influence voters who prioritize economic and business issues.
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CBS legal correspondent Jan Crawford apologized and deleted a tweet praising a man who questioned Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed about the Muslim Brotherhood during a town hall. The tweet caused backlash within CBS and the media because Crawford, a journalist, appeared to take sides on a political issue.
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Jan Crawford posted and then deleted a tweet praising a man named Tommy who asked El-Sayed if he would disavow the Muslim Brotherhood.
El-Sayed responded quickly, saying “Yeah, absolutely,” then questioned why the question was asked, suggesting it implied dual loyalties due to his religion.
Crawford’s tweet was criticized for showing bias and editorializing by CBS staff and other journalists.
Crawford apologized, saying her tweet violated CBS News standards.
CBS is already facing scrutiny over political bias after hiring conservative editor Bari Weiss in 2025.
The story raised concerns about fairness in news coverage ahead of the November midterm elections.
Abdul El-Sayed is running for US Senate in Michigan against Republican Mike Rogers.
El-Sayed said questions about the Muslim Brotherhood imply false assumptions about his loyalty due to his Muslim faith.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump did not give Russia any relief from sanctions after approving a deal that allows Russian diesel to enter the U.S. and global markets. The deal did not change or remove any planned sanctions against Russia.
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke on Sunday about sanctions involving Russia.
President Donald Trump approved a deal permitting Russian diesel fuel to enter the U.S. market.
The deal did not include any waiver or relief from upcoming sanctions on Russia.
NBC News’s Kristen Welker questioned Bessent about the details of this situation on “Meet the Press.”
The U.S. sanctions against Russia are still set to take effect as planned despite the diesel deal.
The diesel deal allows Russian fuel to be sold internationally, including in the U.S.
Bessent clarified that approving the diesel deal does not mean the U.S. eased any sanctions.
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Chicago is facing a rise in synthetic drugs, including a powerful animal tranquilizer called "tranq." While drug overdose deaths have decreased from about 110,000 in 2022 to 70,000 last year, authorities worry that new synthetic drugs could worsen the crisis. President Donald Trump has promised to intensify efforts against drug cartels by labeling many as terrorist groups.
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Synthetic drugs are increasing in Chicago and across the United States.
An animal tranquilizer known as tranq is among the new dangerous substances being used.
Drug overdose deaths dropped from around 110,000 in 2022 to about 70,000 last year.
President Donald Trump has called for tougher actions on drug cartels.
Many drug cartels have been classified as terrorist organizations by the U.S. government.
Communities on Chicago’s South Side are actively working to combat the drug problem.
The new synthetic drugs tend to be cheaper and more powerful than previous drugs.
Authorities are concerned that the drug crisis in the U.S. may be worsening despite recent progress.
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The Texas Senate race is becoming tense as Republican nominee Ken Paxton faces many negative reports. Republicans are blaming each other while Democrats feel hopeful about winning the seat. President Donald Trump publicly criticized Senator John Cornyn during this conflict.
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Ken Paxton is the Republican nominee for the Texas Senate race.
Paxton has been involved in a series of negative news stories recently.
Democrats believe they have a good chance to win the Senate seat in Texas.
Republican leaders are publicly blaming each other for the current troubles in the race.
President Donald Trump criticized Senator John Cornyn, who is also a Republican from Texas.
The conflict among Republicans has become visible weeks before the election.
This race is seen as important for control of the Senate.
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Many Latino voters helped President Donald Trump win the 2024 election, hoping for better economic conditions and peace. Some now feel disappointed because they face high gas prices, rising living costs, and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
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Chris Martinez, a 28-year-old Latino voter from Arizona, voted for President Trump.
Martinez expected a strong economy and no wars under Trump’s leadership.
He has faced high gas prices and had to return a vehicle to the lender.
Martinez now shops at discount grocery stores to save money.
The U.S. has been involved in conflict with Iran during this time.
Some Latino voters feel disappointed and believe they were misled.
Latino voters played a key role in electing President Trump for his second term.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom campaigned with Democratic supporters in New Hampshire a few weeks before the November midterm elections. He praised the energy and enthusiasm of local volunteers and voters during his visit.
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Gavin Newsom is the Governor of California.
He campaigned in New Hampshire with Democratic Party members.
This event took place shortly before the November 3 midterm elections.
Newsom noted high energy and strong support in New Hampshire.
He thanked volunteers for their involvement in the campaign efforts.
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A pickup truck drove onto a soccer field in Wichita, Kansas, hitting players and spectators. Two people, a 6-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man, died, and several others were injured. The driver was released while police continue investigating the crash.
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The crash happened at Stryker Sports Complex during youth soccer games.
Victims who died were Adrian Cole, age 6, and Nicholas Schafer, age 35, both from McPherson, Kansas.
Ten people, including five children aged 5 to 9, were injured and taken to hospitals.
The driver, a 34-year-old woman, was released pending toxicology and vehicle tests.
Two of the driver’s children were inside the vehicle during the crash; another child was playing soccer nearby.
Police interviewed over 30 witnesses and are seeking video footage from the scene.
Investigations are ongoing to find out what caused the truck to drive onto the field.
Police and the local district attorney's office are involved in the case.
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Democratic Senate candidate Angie Nixon called for her opponent, Republican Sen. Ashley Moody, to be jailed due to accusations of misusing taxpayer money for a charity named “Hope Florida.” Nixon discussed this on the TV show “Face the Nation” when asked about her statements.
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Angie Nixon is running for the U.S. Senate as a Democrat.
Her opponent is Sen. Ashley Moody, a Republican from Florida.
Nixon accused Moody of approving improper use of taxpayer funds.
The funds were allegedly directed to a charity called “Hope Florida.”
Nixon has publicly said Moody should be punished and put in jail.
Nixon made these statements on CBS’s “Face the Nation.”
The issue centers around alleged mishandling of public money.
Moody has not been convicted and denies wrongdoing.
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Recent polls show President Trump’s approval rating is at record lows, with Democrats leading Republicans by 8 to 10 points ahead of the midterm elections. While most MAGA Republicans strongly support Trump, many non-MAGA Republicans and some Republican candidates are distancing themselves from him to appeal to a wider group of voters.
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Three national polls from Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos, NBC News, and Fox News put Trump’s approval between 33% and 36%.
Democrats lead Republicans by 8 to 10 points in the same polls.
Only about a quarter of people approve of Trump’s handling of the economy, inflation, and the cost of living.
Trump has 95% approval among MAGA Republicans but only 47% among non-MAGA Republicans.
37% of Republicans want party leaders to move away from Trump’s style and policies, a record high.
Many Republican candidates in competitive races have either distanced themselves from Trump or removed his name from their campaigns.
Some Trump supporters also believe the GOP should separate itself from Trump for better election chances.
Despite some distancing, other Republicans continue to publicly support Trump and highlight his endorsements.
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Mick Mulvaney, who used to be White House chief of staff, said he thinks Susie Wiles, the current chief of staff, will leave her job after the midterm elections. He said if she leaves, it will be her own choice, despite reports that she may have lost President Trump’s trust.
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Mick Mulvaney is a former White House chief of staff.
Susie Wiles is the current White House chief of staff.
Mulvaney predicts Wiles will leave her position after the midterm elections.
Reports have suggested that Wiles may have lost the confidence of President Donald Trump.
Mulvaney believes Wiles’s potential exit will be decided by her, not forced on her.
The midterm elections refer to the U.S. elections held halfway through a presidential term.
The comments come amidst speculation about changes in the White House staff.
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The No Kings movement’s Instagram account was temporarily suspended by Meta during a large protest to promote early voting. Meta said the suspension was an automated mistake caused by high activity on the account, but organizers and some politicians questioned this explanation.
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The No Kings movement leads nationwide protests focused on democracy and voting rights.
Their Instagram account was shut down for several hours during a major demonstration on Saturday.
Meta apologized, saying an automated system mistakenly suspended the account due to posting too often.
No Kings organizers said they only posted a few times and livestreamed to many people, casting doubt on Meta’s reason.
Senator Bernie Sanders criticized the suspension, linking it to billionaire control over media platforms.
Despite the suspension, protests continued with events in Washington, Atlanta, and Los Angeles.
The protests support early voting and address issues like immigration, layoffs, and political challenges from President Trump.
The movement fears attempts to disrupt elections, especially amid changes to voting laws and concerns about election integrity.
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Republican Representative Mike Turner asked Congress to investigate recent problems with Starlink satellite internet service in Ukraine. The interruptions affected Ukrainian defense systems and raised concerns about who caused them. Other Republican leaders and a bipartisan group of senators also support looking into the issue.
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Starlink is a satellite internet service owned by Elon Musk’s company SpaceX.
Ukraine experienced disruptions in Starlink last week, affecting communication and drone operations.
Representative Mike Turner says lives are at risk and calls for a congressional probe to find out who caused the disruptions.
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. government did not slow down Starlink service.
Senate leaders from both parties asked the Pentagon’s inspector general to investigate if the Department of Defense or contractors were involved.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported persistent problems with defense systems due to limited Starlink speed.
Senator Kevin Cramer also urged an investigation, but emphasized the need to restore full service immediately.
The senators expressed concern about the Department of Defense’s responsibility to maintain uninterrupted services.
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Alan Milburn, a former health secretary, suggests cutting welfare payments to fund more job support programs for young people not in work, education, or training (called Neets). He says this issue is linked to both unemployment and mental health, and current government systems do not support these young people well.
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Around 1 million young people aged 18-24 in the UK are classified as Neet (not in education, employment, or training).
60% of these young people have never had a job.
Milburn says the problem is more than just unemployment; it is a "youth detachment" issue tied to poor mental health.
He recommends shifting money from welfare benefits to programs that help young people find jobs.
The government delayed publishing Milburn’s full report until after the budget announcement.
Chancellor John Healey plans to fund some youth employment programs, like a £100 million local apprenticeship service.
Milburn and mental health expert Peter Fonagy say that employment, health, and welfare support should work together better to help young people.
Fonagy highlights rising mental health problems among young people and recommends support focused on their potential, not just disabilities.
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The Trump administration is secretly talking with Myanmar's military leader, who faces accusations of genocide. These talks involve issues like America’s need for rare earth minerals, a businessman held in Myanmar, and a lobbying deal connected to a Trump ally.
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The U.S. is conducting secret discussions with Myanmar’s military ruler.
Myanmar’s military leader has been accused of genocide.
The U.S. wants access to rare earth elements important for technology and manufacturing.
A businessman detained in Myanmar is part of the reason for these talks.
A lobbyist allied with President Trump has a financial interest in these meetings.
The conversations are happening despite concerns about human rights abuses in Myanmar.
These talks show a connection between U.S. economic interests and foreign policy decisions.
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CBS News hosted a political panel discussing the latest election polls and campaign activity just over two weeks before Election Day. Experts shared insights from their work in election surveys and reporting from the campaign trail.
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The panel included CBS executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto.
CBS correspondents Ed O’Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns participated to share campaign trail observations.
The discussion took place about two weeks before the upcoming Election Day.
The focus was on current polling numbers and election trends.
CBS News provides ongoing election coverage through panels and reporting.
The conversation aimed to give viewers clear information about the election process.
Other CBS News programs and local news coverage are mentioned alongside the political panel.
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