Contraception bill falls short in the Senate amid Republican opposition

Washington — A Democratic-led effort to advance legislation protecting access to contraception fell short in the Senate on Wednesday, with most Republicans opposing the measure that was aimed at highlighting reproductive rights heading into November’s election. The vote to advance the measure failed with 51 votes in favor to 39 against, with just two Republicans

Tim Sheehy projected to win Montana Republican Senate primary

Washington — Republican entrepreneur Tim Sheehy and incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Tester have easily won their party’s nominations in Tuesday’s Montana Senate primaries, CBS News projects, kicking off a general election race for a key Senate seat that Democrats are fighting to hold onto come November as they look to maintain control of the Senate.  Tester,

Biden announces sweeping changes to asylum system

Biden announces sweeping changes to asylum system – CBS News Watch CBS News President Biden on Tuesday unveiled a new executive order restricting asylum claims at the U.S. border. The move comes after congressional Republicans twice tanked a previously negotiated deal on border legislation, and as many voters say immigration is a top issue for