NEW:
@HouseJudiciary
release report on constitutional grounds for impeachment which reads in part "Impeachment is the Constitution’s final answer to a President who mistakes himself for a monarch."
Taking a little break from twitter to give this little guy my undivided attention while on maternity leave. He arrived 12/23, our Christmas miracle. We are so grateful and in love ❤️🎄
"A senior administration official told
@MajorCBS
that President Trump will present what the White House believes could be a deal to end the shutdown The deal was largely influenced by talks between VP Pence, Senate Maj. Leader McConnell and Jared Kushner"
Final vote 50 to 48 because of Murkowski/Daines pairing in the narrowest confirmation margins in history. Narrowest was Stanley Matthews in 1881–24-23–before senate expanded
Strong statement from Republican
@SenSasse
“every American who cares about the rule of law should take comfort that the Supreme Court — including all three of President Trump’s picks — closed the book on the nonsense.”
Additional police arriving to Capitol complex as lawmakers and journalists remain evacuated. U.S. Capitol Police sent security alert urging ppl inside Capitol to seek cover and remain silent during lockdown
New statement from White House argues Flynn should have never been prosecuted; House Speaker Nancy Pelosi calls the pardon "an act of grave corruption and a brazen abuse of power."
People on the ground in Del Rio, TX describe a humanitarian crisis as thousands of migrants, many from Haiti, try to cross into the U.S. DHS Secretary says he's concerned Haitians are receiving false information that border is open. Admin response in report for
@CBSNews
stations
Democratic lawmakers have written to the Judicial Conference to push for live broadcasting of court proceedings in Trump’s federal case saying “if the public is to fully accept the outcome, it will be vitally important for it to witness..”
Two sources familiar with the investigation tell CBS that the tax investigation of Hunter Biden began in 2018 report
@ClareHymes22
@AndyTriay
. The investigation went quiet during election season due to DOJ policy around "overt" investigative action that could impact election.
Some personal news: Very bittersweet to announce tonight will be my last show on
@KING5Seattle
. I'm sad to leave a talented team & wonderful state but excited to move Washington D.C. later this month. Please join me &
@ChrisDaniels5
for a political special from 6:30 to 7:30PM!
White House and
@MTV
teaming up today for an event on Youth Mental Health with the First Lady, Surgeon General, pop star Selena Gomez and youth leaders working on the issue
NEW from
@SenatorLeahy
who tested negative for COVID. His office says he tested as a precaution since he attended a Judiciary Committee hearing, where two members have now tested positive, Senators Lee and Tillis
Echoing fellow moderate Republican colleague Lisa Murkowski, Sen. Collins says coordination between Senate and WH is improper and stresses senators need to remain impartial via
@newscentermaine
Maine's Susan Collins speaks out on impeachment trial, calling on Senate leaders to meet to discuss process, similar to Clinton trial. But, she also echoed Maj Leader McConnell's view that decision on witnesses should come *after opening statements
President Biden is scheduled to have a call Saturday with Russian President Putin as concerns grow of a Russian invasion.
The message from the White House to Americans in Ukraine in an updated report for
@CBSNews
stations:
Mayor Pete Buttigieg enters tonight's debate w/ new momentum as a frontrunner in some early state polls. We talked to
@PeteButtigieg
senior advisor on new status & strategy tonight. We also asked abt Buttigieg's struggle to gain support of voters of color. via
@cbsnewspath
Our interview with Sterling Heights
@MayorMikeTaylor
who will be a crossover voter this year. He voted for President Trump in 2016 but will back Biden in tomorrow's primary, participating in a Democratic presidential primary for the first time.
Ended WITHOUT vote on articles tonight after debate from 9AM to 11:15M. This was unexpected and ranking Republican Doug Collins blasts Chair Nadler for not consulting minority members
Could this be the beginning of the end of the day long articles of impeachment markup? We could be getting closer to a vote as today's debate enters 13th hour. It took this long to get through several amendments proposed by Republicans. Here's a look at the day so far:
DETAILS of President Biden’s announcement to increase vaccinations among federal workers & nationwide. New strategy includes fed workers “attesting” to vaccination status or facing strict protocol as well as calling on state/local gvmts to offer $100 to ppl who get vaccinated
New: Ohio Republican Senator Portman will co-sponsor Senate version of Respect for Marriage Act, the House passed bill to codify same sex marriage, h/t
@jackturmanIII
The general consensus in GOP circles is this has a good chance of getting 60 votes in the Senate, as Manu notes.
Dems say there isn't a lot of time to consider it, though
Two sources close to Governor Inslee confirm he plans to run for a third term as Governor, following his announcement tonight to end his presidential bid. An email about his gubernatorial run is expected tomorrow.
The White House is lit up in orange tonight to mark 'Gun Violence Awareness Day.' Here's a look at how advocates from coast to coast are trying to keep pressure on lawmakers, plus where negotiations in Congress stand heading into next week. Updated report for
@CBSNews
stations:
The group
@StudentsDemand
has called for student walkouts nationwide at noon today to demand action on gun safety as the nation grieves Uvalde. We are at one of the locations Arlington Career Center in Virginia
Senator Harris, in this speech, is both advocating for Biden and character, especially in detailing working relationship/history with Beau Biden as state AGs—and sharply attacking President Trump—the balance and role of a running mate.
First Lady Jill Biden and Selena Gomez have taken their seats to lead the conversation with youth leaders. Dr. Biden also mentions Selena’s mom is here.
White House and
@MTV
teaming up today for an event on Youth Mental Health with the First Lady, Surgeon General, pop star Selena Gomez and youth leaders working on the issue
New numbers as of this hour:
PA: Biden's lead increases to 13,371
GA: Biden lead now 1,561
NV: Biden's lead is 20,137
Updates state-by-state can be found here:
Latest numbers in the key states here:
PA: Biden now leads by 9,027
GA: Biden leads by 1,585 but SOS says going to recount
AZ: Biden leads by 43,779, slight decrease over yesterday w/ more results coming tonight
Gun safety advocates and volunteers with
@MomsDemand
are running for office up and down the ballot this election season. A look at the trend plus what voters are saying about the issue of gun violence and crime in a
#Midterms2022
report for
@CBSNews
stations:
Senate Majority Leader Schumer and group of key committee members wrapped up meeting at WH with President Biden on COVID relief package. Majority Leader Schumer says they’re United in a “big, bold package.” He did not take questions
Jan. 6 Select Committee Chair
@BennieGThompson
told reporters the committee is still preparing for tomorrow's primetime public hearing and looking forward to "what will be significant information for the public to digest." h/t
@elliskkim
Here's a preview of what to expect:
It's midnight on Election Day! That means Dixville Notch, New Hampshire has just tallied and announced its votes in its first to vote township tradition.
Biden 5 to Trump 0
In 2016, Clinton won 4 to Trump 2
Happy Friday everyone! I’m going to try to take a little break from Twitter for the next week to spend time with my family for the first time since before the pandemic. So grateful for the vaccine 💉 and can’t wait to give them that first hug in more than a year. 💕
Sen.
@JeffMerkley
tells
@KGWNews
he will push for congressional hearings, after he was blocked from entering detention center in Texas this weekend. “Members of Congress have to see what’s really going on."
Background:
"We're not on the brink of Armageddon, but this is an incredibly dangerous environment,"
@ianbremmer
@EurasiaGroup
tells
@CBSNews
of nuclear rhetoric by Russia.
But he agrees w/ President's characterization that it's the most dangerous period since 1962 Cuban missile crisis
.
@RepJayapal
calling on author of NYT Op-Ed to reveal their identity, writing "it's in the best interest of the American people for the author and other like-minded individuals to declare themselves publicly..." Her full statement:
President Biden returns to WH Sunday evening with his infrastructure agenda facing a key test this week. He says he feels optimistic about this week but says it will take the better part of week he believes. Preview of spending showdown ahead on
@CBSNews
w/
@Jerickaduncan
"Keep marching. Do it for me. Do it because right now I'm here and I can't do what you're doing. But understand my heart is over there with you guys," Capitol Police officer tells demonstrator. Watch via
@cbsnewspath
The House Judiciary Committee will work through the weekend ahead of Monday's hearing. Articles of impeachment could be drafted as soon as next week, but there's some disagreement over what to include. More on the debate:
I asked
@RepJayapal
about Sen. Majority Leader's stated goal of a framework by end of the week. Is it realistic?
“We’re all working as hard as we can," said Rep. Jayapal. "All of us are having a million conversations every day to try and get there.”
Meeting with progressive Democrats just ended at WH.
@RepJayapal
expressed optimism over talks. Said new price range still between $1.9 to 2.2 trillion.
"It is historic. It is transformative. It is bigger than anything we have ever done,” Speaker Pelosi said following passage of Build Back Better Act in the House. Now it heads to the Senate where Democrats can't lose single vote. Report after marathon night for
@CBSNews
stations:
Our officers are searching in and around the Senate Office Buildings in response to a concerning 911 call. Please stay away from the area as we are still investigating. We will continue to communicate with the public here.
New
#WA09
--
@BrandNew535
candidate Sarah Smith widens her lead over Republican Doug Basler for number 2 spot--She's now leading Basler by 2,624. It looks like Congressman Smith will have a Democratic challenger this Nov.
UPDATED report for
@CBSNews
stations following the President's remarks on Afghanistan. He didn't take questions but defended his decision to withdraw, saying there was never a good time. But, he also acknowledged the Taliban takeover did happen more quickly than anticipated
Some mourners remain at the Supreme Court close to 2AM as flowers and candles line the steps in honor of Justice Ginsburg. Huge crowds earlier tonight to remember her life and legacy
"I did nothing wrong, now I have some validation in that," said Gerald Bostock, one of the plaintiffs in a landmark LGBT case decided today.
.
@SharonMcGowanDC
@LambdaLegal
breaks down the significance of today's ruling via
@cbsnewspath
A MAJOR step forward in the fight for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits & other hazards while serving overseas. The Senate overwhelming passes "Honoring Our PACT Act," which now heads back to House where it's expected to get a quick vote before POTUS desk. Why it's so needed:
A new bill signed into law today honors the memory of a very special woman, Marine veteran Kate Hendricks Thomas who lost her battle with stage four breast cancer in April. She lives on through new legislation and all the work she's done to advocate for others. Please watch:
.
@DrakeUniversity
mock caucus results—Warren wins with 87 (5 imaginary delegates) students caucusing for her, Buttigieg second with 66 (4 delegates). Caucus secretary says 18 chose not to realign, after their first choice not viable. Results here 👇
Tens of billions of dollars in rental assistance still hasn't reached a number of Americans who face possible eviction. It's an issue impacting both tenants and independent rental owners. Interviews with
@dianeyentel
of
@NLIHC
and
@NAAhq
in a report for
@CBSNews
stations
Five congresswomen from CA & TX along with TV cameras got another look inside a CBP facility along the Southern Border. The DHS Secretary pointed to progress made in moving minors to more suitable facilities, but acknowledged challenge remains. ~22k minors remain in HHS custody
There are big new developments in the investigation into the assassination of Haiti's president. Authorities say 17 suspects have been detained so far in Wednesday's killing, including two men believed to be U.S. citizens. 15 of the detainees are from Colombia.
Adjunct prof Justine Blau
@rumpus12
graduated film school in 1991 w/ a $39k student loan. 30+ years later, she says she faces 260k of debt! She's one of the estimated 4.4 million borrowers in repayment for more than 20 years. What
@usedgov
announcement this week means for them:
Senator Patrick Leahy who will be among the lawmakers to escort Chief Justice Roberts into the chamber also served on the escort committee in 1999. He’s the only member from that committee to still serve in the Senate today.
At
@AndrewYang
event in Boone, Iowa, we found two couples who traveled all the way from California as caucus tourists! They say had to book their rooms a year in advance. “By the time we get to CA, a lot of these candidates won’t even be around running for president anymore.”
The President has frequently claimed that mail-in voting could to widespread fraud, but the research does *not back that up. Here's our
@cbsnewspath
fact check👇