Taurean Small

Senate Republicans confirm they have spoken with Mitch McConnell as concerns about his health persist. McConnell has not been seen since being hospitalized in mid-June.

President Trump's 4th of July speech emphasized patriotism and partisanship, labeling Democrats as communists following democratic socialist candidate victories. The speech marked America's 250th anniversary of its founding.

President Trump is promoting a fireworks display in Washington, D.C., as part of Independence Day celebrations and is urging Congress to pass his national voter ID legislation, the SAVE America Act.

President Trump held a tense meeting with Senate Republicans following his sudden cancellation of a housing affordability legislation signing ceremony. CBS News reporter Taurean Small and New York Times correspondent Robert Jimison provided details on the developments.

President Trump had a testy meeting with Senate Republicans where Sen. Bill Cassidy reportedly lost his temper and Trump raised his voice. Trump later claimed the party remains 'really well unified.' CBS News reporter Taurean Small provided the update.

President Trump is threatening further attacks on Iran as U.S. and Iranian negotiators meet. Vice President JD Vance in Switzerland reports progress in talks aimed at securing peace.

President Trump is threatening further attacks on Iran while U.S. and Iranian negotiators meet, with Vice President JD Vance in Switzerland highlighting progress in peace talks. The article is reported by Taurean Small.

President Trump is promoting a beautification initiative in Washington, D.C., ahead of America's 250th birthday, but critics argue the process lacks standard approvals.

The Senate delayed a confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton after Republican Sen. Tom Cotton stated President Trump directed Clayton not to appear. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reported on the development.

The White House and Iran are indicating potential progress in peace talks. CBS News reporters Taurean Small and Elliot Ackerman provided updates on the development.

President Trump's selection of Bill Pulte for acting director of national intelligence faces opposition from lawmakers across party lines, potentially delaying FISA reauthorization. CBS News reporter Taurean Small covers the development.

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is holding a campaign rally following allegations. He dismissed a New York Times report where former girlfriends accused him of unsettling behavior.

Senate Republicans passed funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, marking a significant victory for the Trump administration. The legislation also prevented a ban on Department of Justice funding.

Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is facing new allegations related to his past relationships, as reported by The New York Times. CBS News' Taurean Small covered the story.

President Trump will nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to be permanent AG. Blanche assumed the role after Pam Bondi left the administration.

The Senate is conducting a 'vote-a-rama' session involving unlimited amendments to legislation related to ICE funding. Democrats are attempting to block a provision referred to as the 'anti-weaponization' fund.

Israel and Lebanon renewed a ceasefire agreement despite reports of ongoing strikes exchanged. American lawmakers are considering reining in President Trump's powers regarding Iran.

Lawmakers grilled Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin during congressional hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee about the war in Iran. CBS News congressional correspondent Taurean Small provided further details on the testimony.

Graham Platner, Maine's presumptive Democratic nominee for Senate, faces controversy over alleged sexually explicit text messages sent to women outside his marriage, as reported by the Wall Street Journal. CBS News reporter Taurean Small is covering reactions from Democratic lawmakers.

The wife of Maine's presumptive Democratic nominee for Senate, Graham Platner, accused him of exchanging sexually explicit messages with multiple women during their marriage, informing his campaign in 2025. The claim was reported by CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small.

The U.S. conducted 'self-defense strikes' in Iran, which Iran labeled a ceasefire violation. Despite the attack, the Trump administration continues to advocate for a peace deal with Iran, as reported by CBS News.

Republican and Democratic lawmakers have raised concerns over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal. The development is reported by CBS News' Taurean Small, highlighting bipartisan unease about the agreement.

President Trump is defending the Justice Department's nearly $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund despite bipartisan criticism from lawmakers. The fund has drawn heavy scrutiny from both Republican and Democratic legislators.

President Trump is endorsing candidates in several states holding primaries on Tuesday. CBS News' Zak Hudak and Taurean Small are reporting on the key primary races. The primaries are taking place in multiple states.

Pennsylvania voters will participate in primary elections on Tuesday, with various races taking place. CBS News' Taurean Small is covering the events. The primaries are a significant step in the electoral process.

Rep. Chuck Edwards is under investigation by the House Committee on Ethics due to sexual harassment allegations. The probe was reported by CBS News' Taurean Small. The investigation targets the North Carolina Republican representative.

Lawmakers questioned Pentagon officials over a $1.5 trillion military funding request for the 2027 fiscal year. The request is being justified by Pete Hegseth. CBS News reporter Taurean Small covered the story.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick testified before the House Oversight Committee about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, with California Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna calling the testimony embarrassing. Ro Khanna also stated that Trump would have fired Lutnick if he'd seen his testimony. The testimony was regarding the Epstein investigation.

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is testifying before the House Oversight Committee regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The testimony is taking place on Wednesday and CBS News' Taurean Small is covering the story. The probe into Jeffrey Epstein is a significant event.

President Trump praised the U.S. blockade near the Strait of Hormuz as 'genius' and '100% bulletproof' despite regional tensions affecting global oil and gas prices. The report was covered by CBS News journalists Taurean Small and Ramy Inocencio.

Top Pentagon leaders, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, testified before the House Armed Services Committee regarding the Iran war and a Kuwait strike that killed 6 U.S. troops. Lawmakers posed tough questions during the hearing.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the House Armed Services Committee regarding the Pentagon's 2027 budget request of $1.5 trillion. The hearing included a heated exchange about troop deaths in the Iran war.

President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted a welcome ceremony for King Charles III and Queen Camilla at the White House. The event was covered by CBS News reporters Olivia Rinaldi and Taurean Small.

President Trump is attending the White House Correspondents' Association dinner for the first time as president on Saturday. The event is a significant media engagement for the administration.

Rep. David Scott, a Democratic congressman from Georgia who served in the U.S. House of Representatives for over two decades, has died at age 80, according to a source cited by CBS News.

Democratic Florida Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress before a House Ethics Committee hearing on campaign finance fraud allegations. Her resignation occurred as the committee was set to consider disciplinary actions related to the case.

Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick of Florida resigned from Congress ahead of a House Ethics Committee hearing addressing over two dozen campaign finance violations. Her resignation occurred as the committee prepared to determine sanctions for the violations.

Kevin Warsh, President Donald J. Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, emphasized the central bank's independence during his confirmation hearing before the U.S. Senate. He stated the Fed would remain 'strictly independent' despite political pressures, as reported by CBS News.

Republican lawmakers are divided over funding for Department of Homeland Security agencies amid a partial government shutdown. The ongoing shutdown has prompted debates on how to allocate resources, with CBS News' Taurean Small reporting on the situation.