Sanders cheers on progressive candidates ahead of midterms, says polling shows voters

Independent senator Bernie Sanders cheered on progressive congressional candidates who have been on the rise in some states ahead of the 2026 midterm elections during an interview on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan” Sunday. The Vermont senator said that the support for such candidates shows “grassroots excitement and enthusiasm” and a nationwide push for … Read more

Justice Department monitoring polling sites in 3 Arizona counties

Justice Department monitoring polling sites in 3 Arizona counties – CBS News Watch CBS News The Justice Department announced Tuesday that it is monitoring polling sites in three Arizona counties as voters cast ballots in the state’s primary elections. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small breaks down the races we’re watching. Source link

Sen. Slotkin to introduce bill to bar presidents from sending troops or armed feds to polling places

Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., plans to introduce a bill Thursday that would ban the president from sending armed military or federal agents to polling sites during American elections. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The legislation, Slotkin said in a statement, would prevent President Donald Trump … Read more

Francesca Hong on her strong polling in Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

Wisconsin state representative and self-described democratic socialist Francesca Hong launched what many would consider a long-shot candidacy for Wisconsin governor last year. But early polls show her as one of the frontrunners ahead of the Democratic primary on August 11. Hong joined CBS News to discuss her campaign. Source link

Virginia Gov. Spanberger to sign order on dealing with federal agents at polling places

WASHINGTON — Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger said Tuesday that she plans to issue an executive order on Wednesday to help election workers respond if federal agents show up at polling sites in Virginia. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Speaking at a conference hosted by the Center … Read more

Trump promised tax relief, but polling shows most Americans still think they’re overpaying

WASHINGTON — Most Americans still think their taxes are too high, according to recent polls, even after last year’s tax law fulfilled several of President Donald Trump’s tax-related campaign promises. In fact, a new Fox News poll indicates people are more upset about taxes than they were last year. The findings from the survey, which … Read more