Sizing up the blue wave: From the Politics Desk
Democrats are on track for the second-biggest House popular vote edge in the last 50 years. This will also be the largest midterm margin for one party since 1974.
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Unrest in Paraguay as president steps down, in photos
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña announced his resignation after the collapse of a major digital bank tied to his government triggered widespread protests, froze millions of people’s savings and cost him the support of his own party.
One big midterm result was overlooked by many - and it might have the biggest impact
Democrats have achieved trifectas in Arizona, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin
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Why pollsters underestimated the size of the Democrats’ US midterm ‘blue wave’
Unpredictable electorates can lead to overcorrecting after presidential elections
Spacewalkers complete space station solar power upgrade
The eighth and final roll-out solar array installation caps a five-year effort to augment the space station's aging, original solar wings.
Breaking down Democrats' top priorities once sworn in; looking ahead to 2028
After the Democratic midterm sweep, the officials will be tasked with delivering on their campaign promises once sworn in. CBS News' Fin Gómez breaks down their top priorities and Marc Caputo looks ahead to 2028.
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El-Sayed’s swing state win puts to bed the conventional wisdom about ‘electability’ and Israel
In an effort to preserve Dem support for Israel in 2028, entire alternate realities were created by US media. Tuesday night debunked them.
Supermajority of Jewish Americans think Israel and Aipac drive antisemitism
Supermajority of Jewish Americans think Israel and Aipac drive antisemitism Submitted by MEE staff on Thu, 11/05/2026 - 21:20 Vast majority of Jewish voters in US want sanctions against 'violent West Bank settlers' Voting booths at a…
Generation Z and diversity redefine US politics in groundbreaking election
Melat Kiros becomes the first Generation Z woman elected to Congress, embodying a new era of political representation.
Trump signs proclamation he says will prevent future changes to Oval Office and Cabinet Room
Since returning to the White House, Trump has overseen numerous design changes to various rooms, including the Oval Office, where he has filled the wall space with portraits, a copy of the Declaration of Independence and numerous golden…
Stocks plunge amid AI concerns after midterm election
The stock market tanked on Thursday over concerns that a shift in control of Congress could slow the construction of data centers that power AI. CBS News' Natalia Brand reports, and Jessica Inskip, director of investor research at…
Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX lose over $420 billion in combined market cap after midterms
Elon Musk's Tesla and SpaceX lose $420 billion in combined market cap after midterms
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For Democrats, Midterm Wins Bring New Challenge
The Democrats’ sweeping midterm victory put the party in control of Congress, but that did little to settle the debate over the best ideological path forward. Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent, explains where moderates and…
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The Fight Over Dems’ Subpoena List
An 181-page plan urges Democrats to put tech executives, Wall Street landlords, and price gougers under oath — but corporate Democrats are pushing back.
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Did The Blue Wave Wash Away Progressives’ Leverage?
Democrats’ landslide strengthened Hakeem Jeffries’s bid for House speaker, weakening progressive insurgents’ bargaining power even as their Senate allies challenge Chuck Schumer.
Raskin Says Democrats Aren’t Afraid to Impeach Trump for a Third Time
Impeachment is a “major instrument of constitutional self-defense” against corrupt presidents, Raskin said.
Trump Tried to Undermine the Nation’s Elections. It Didn’t Work.
Millions of Americans cast their ballots on Tuesday in an election that showed the resiliency of democracy. The president said he would accept the results.
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Paraguay’s President, Santiago Peña, Quits Amid Ueno Bank Scandal
The president of the South American nation, Santiago Peña, has apologized for failing to prevent its worst financial crisis in decades.
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Democrats and President Trump Are Set for Economic Clashes and Compromises
The Blue Wave might have been a rebuke of Trump and his economy, but Democrats have limited options to tackle affordability without him.
Israel's UN ambassador rejects Vance's claim that Iran war was behind midterm losses
Israel's UN ambassador rejects Vance's claim that Iran war was behind midterm losses Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations has rejected US Vice President JD Vance’s analysis that the war on Iran was the “real reason” the Republicans…
Key federal panel expected to approve Trump's arch amid court challenge
The approval would clear a hurdle on the road to breaking ground on the project, and the administration has said it could launch construction within a day of the vote. But the proposed 250-foot tall gilded arch still faced legal challenges.
Hegseth’s Wife Was Paid by Consulting Firm Whose Clients Include Lockheed Martin
Pete Hegseth is already being eyed for impeachment by the new Democratic majority in Congress.
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Abdul El-Sayed Won His Senate Seat With a Mandate on Palestine. Can He Deliver?
The new senator from Michigan will face an uphill battle if he wants to transform the U.S. relationship with Israel. But he has options — and public pressure. The post Abdul El-Sayed Won His Senate Seat With a Mandate on Palestine. Can He…
This is what moms told us they actually want this holiday season
Looking for a gift mom will actually use? A mother of two shares the best gifts for moms in 2026, from cozy loungewear and LED masks to coffee and chocolate.