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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says deportations were ‘too tough’ and hurt him during the midterms
In a CBS “60 Minutes” interview, Trump said deportations hurt him in the midterms and expressed interest in an immigration deal with Democrats.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Midterms 2026 election results and latest updates: Mississippi votes still being counted in Senate nail-biter after Democrats take control of Congress
Democrats take control of Congress in the 2026 midterms as votes are still counted in Mississippi's close Senate race. Trump distances himself from GOP...
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump launches Iran strikes hours before midterms despite saying he wouldn't
Trump reportedly launched strikes against Iran despite an earlier assurance. Strike sites, damage and the claimed pre-midterm timing remain unclear.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Jon Ossoff wins Georgia 2026 Senate election, CBS News projects
CBS News projects that Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff defeated Republican Rep. Mike Collins in Georgia’s 2026 U.S. Senate election.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Travelers face sticker shock on airfare, gas prices as midterms approach
Days before the U.S. midterms, some travelers face sticker shock over airfares and gas prices. The report links high fares to Trump's Iran war.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Wall Street braces for Democratic gains as 2026 midterm election nears
Investors are preparing for possible Democratic gains in the Nov. 3 election, which will decide control of Congress for the rest of Trump's term.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Treasury yields steady as Trump strikes diplomatic tone on Iran ahead of midterms
US Treasury yields were largely unchanged Friday as investors weighed Trump's diplomatic comments on Iran ahead of the midterm elections.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump, campaigning in Ohio, says the midterms will bring a ‘big surprise’
At a rally in Vandalia, Trump backed Republicans in competitive Ohio Senate and governor races and predicted a 'big surprise' in the midterms.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
The state of key races 35 days before midterms
A Marist poll reports Democratic leads in Ohio's Senate and governor races 35 days before the midterms. The brief provides no margins or methodology.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Iran ‘miscalculating’ by betting on midterms after 3-hour talks, Trump officials warn
After three hours of talks, Trump officials warned Iran not to assume rising gas prices or US midterms would weaken his position in nuclear negotiations.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump faces pressure as midterms inch closer
White House revokes some journalists’ access, sparking legal threats and oversight calls as midterm campaigning accelerates in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Exclusive: James Blair Says Trump Will Be ‘Extremely Active’ in Final 6 Weeks Before Midterms
James Blair says Trump will be very active in the final six weeks before U.S. midterms, focusing on rallies, endorsements, and turnout efforts in Washin...
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
DOUG SCHOEN: Trump put 2026 election officials on notice. Now he needs a clear agenda
In Washington, Trump flagged China, Russia, Iran, N. Korea on 2026 threats, pressing officials to prepare and calling for a clear security agenda.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's championing of debunked vote conspiracies casts shadow over midterms
Reuters: Trump to repeat 2020 fraud allegations in national address, raising misinformation risks and pressures on election systems before midterms.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Full transcript: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 31, 2026
Full May 31, 2026 transcript: Zelenskyy urges timely aid, clear rules on Western arms, and united backing amid Russian strikes and air defense gaps.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Live updating Pennsylvania 2026 primary election results for governor, lieutenant governor and U.S. House
Real-time results for Pennsylvania’s 2026 primaries for governor, lieutenant governor, and all U.S. House seats, with ongoing returns and analysis.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
White House grappling with bad poll numbers on Iran war, economy ahead of midterms
New ABC/Post and CBS polls show eroding approval of Trump’s foreign policy and economic handling, pressuring strategy as early voting nears.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Transcript: Minneapolis Fed president and CEO Neel Kashkari on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 3, 2026
Minneapolis Fed’s Neel Kashkari discusses inflation and rate outlook on CBS, with remarks poised to shape market expectations into Monday.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
FIFA confirms Iran will play all 2026 World Cup group-stage matches on US soil despite tensions
Gianni Infantino confirms Iran’s three group matches will be held in U.S. host cities, with enhanced security and logistics amid political tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Mojtaba Khamenei To Be Removed Before 2026 Ends? Here's What Crypto Prediction Market Says About Iran's New Supreme Leader
Mojtaba Khamenei may have been appointed Iran's Supreme Leader only days ago, but cryptocurrency bettors are already wagering on how soon he might exit.
- 3 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
DHS says ICE agents will not be at polling places during midterms
A DHS officials told state election officials that immigration agents will not be stationed at polling locations during the midterm elections.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Fact-checking Trump's 2026 State of the Union address
President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history Tuesday night, touting his administration's economic policies and immigration...
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Live: The topics President Trump talks about in the 2026 State of the Union
NBC News is tracking the topics covered in the 2026 State of the Union address, in a live-updating data visualization.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Who sits where for the State of the Union? See the seating chart for the 2026 address
The highest-ranking officials in Washington will be present for President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night — here's what to know about where t...
- 7 min
- United States