Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorses primary challenger of Texas Democrat
Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Jessica Cisneros, who is running against Texas Congressman Henry Cuellar
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AOC on why she's supporting Sanders for president
Sen. Bernie Sanders is getting a major boost to his presidential campaign after his heart attack nearly three weeks ago. The left-wing congresswoman, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, endorsed him in front of more than 25,000 people at a weekend rally in New York City. CBS News’ Nikole Killion spoke with them in their first joint network interview after the announcement.
Ocasio-Cortez endorses Sanders at massive campaign rally
In his first campaign rally since suffering a heart attack, Senator Bernie Sanders won the prized endorsement of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The two talked to CBS News' Nikole Killion about the endorsement and the 2020 race.
Ocasio-Cortez says endorsing Sanders was an "authentic decision"
In an interview with CBS News' Nikole Killion, Ocasio-Cortez explained why she is supporting Sanders in the primary
AOC on Sanders endorsement
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez formally endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders at a rally in Queens on Saturday. In an exclusive interview with CBS News political correspondent Nikole Killion, Ocasio-Cortez explained why she is endorsing so early in the race.
Sanders talks AOC endorsement
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez formally endorsed Senator Bernie Sanders at a rally in Queens on Saturday. In an exclusive interview with CBS News political correspondent Nikole Killion, Sanders called Ocasio-Cortez's endorsement "very significant."
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorses Bernie Sanders at rally
Sanders' campaign said more than 25,000 attended the rally, making it the largest rally for a Democrat in the 2020 campaign
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to endorse Bernie Sanders' 2020 bid
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar also endorsed the Vermont senator Tuesday night
Ocasio-Cortez to endorse Bernie Sanders
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the freshman New York congresswoman with a massive national following, is set to endorse Senator Bernie Sanders for president on Saturday, according to a person familiar with the plans. The endorsement from Ocasio-Cortez is a coup for Sanders, but not surprising given that the two lawmakers agree on a wide range of issues.
Joe Kennedy III to launch Massachusetts Senate bid
Markey has been endorsed by Elizabeth Warren and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Gabbard says Trump wants war with Iran
"As a soldier, I can tell you this is despicable and a disgrace," Gabbard told a crowd of about 25 people in Indianola, Iowa
Ocasio-Cortez makes first endorsement for a House primary challenger
The prominent progressive congresswoman endorsed Marie Newman in her challenge against Illinois Congressman Dan Lipinski
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorses Ed Markey
Markey faces a potential primary challenge from Congressman Joe Kennedy III
Ad showing Ocasio-Cortez's face in flames airs during debate
An ad that aired during Thursday's Democratic debate showed a photo of the young congresswoman bursting into flames
Lawmaker drinks water from toilet-fountain hybrid at detention center
King shared a video of himself drinking water from a water fountain-toilet hybrid at a migrant detention center after Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the conditions at the border
Ocasio-Cortez blasts Crenshaw over tweet about "lending" guns to friends
Laws on lending guns vary from state to state, although federal law allows someone to lend a gun to a person unless that person is prohibited from owning a gun
Barstool Sports founder threatens workers who discuss union
New York State Department of Labor warned Portnoy that retaliating against workers for union activities is illegal
Ocasio-Cortez slams photo of teens "groping and choking" her cutout
"Just wanted to clarify: are you paying for young men to practice groping & choking members of Congress w/ your payroll, or is this just the standard culture of #TeamMitch?"
AOC says some marginalized communities "have no choice but to riot"
"It doesn't have to be that way," she said
Pelosi discusses meeting with Ocasio-Cortez
"The congresswoman is a very gracious member of Congress, so we had a very positive conversation about our districts and how we represent them," Speaker Nancy Pelosi told reporters after her meeting with freshman New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Pelosi chalks up spat with AOC to "family differences"
Asked by Nancy Cordes if she buried the hatchet with Ocasio-Cortez despite her past comments, Pelosi replied: "There wasn't any hatchet"
2 cops fired for Facebook threat to Ocasio-Cortez
"This vile idiot needs a round, and I don't mean the kind she used to serve," he wrote on Facebook
GOP group shares meme calling 4 Dems the "Jihad Squad"
Faux movie poster showed the progressive lawmakers known as "the Squad," who've been the target of attacks from President Trump
Cheney says Trump's attack on congresswomen "isn't about race"
"This isn't about race. It's not about gender. It's not about religion," the Wyoming Republican said on "Face the Nation"
Pence: Trump "might make an effort" to stop "send her back" chants
The vice president nevertheless said "millions of Americans share the president's frustration" about four Democratic congresswomen
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Pacific Palisades fire burns in Los Angeles, Eaton fire kills 5
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia and Sunset fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
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Watch Live: Jimmy Carter's funeral service begins
President Biden will be giving a eulogy at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
As Meta abandons fact-checking, here's how to tell what's real online
The CBS News Confirmed team shares tips you can use to tell fact from fiction online.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
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Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
Fire hydrants ran dry due extreme demand in Pacific Palisades, officials say
Three large water tanks in the Pacific Palisades area ran out by early Wednesday morning, officials said, reducing water pressure for fire hydrants at higher elevations.
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Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
Tax refund delays still plague millions of Americans, report says
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
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Watch Live: Jimmy Carter's funeral service begins
President Biden will be giving a eulogy at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."
Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
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As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
"Christmas ended in the Canaries with the rescue of a baby born while crossing the sea," the coastguard said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."
Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
Weeks before Trump's inauguration, Iran is preparing for potential threats to its nuclear facilities – and for the possible domestic reaction.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
Amazon Books on top reads for 2025
Amazon Books' editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with recommendations to help reset your life in January and become the best version of yourself in 2025.
"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
Second man charged in Liam Payne's death surrenders to Argentine police
David Ezequiel Pereyra, 21, surrendered Monday to police in Barracas, south of Buenos Aires.
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Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced Tuesday that its platforms will eliminate their third-party fact-checking systems. NPR correspondent Shannon Bond joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what that could mean for users moving forward.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
Police should reconsider reselling their used guns, the ATF said, pushing back against a policy linked to over 1,000 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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FEMA director on response to Palisades Fire
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the federal government's response to the Palisades Fire, which has burned over 17,000 acres in Los Angeles County and left entire neighborhoods destroyed.
Steve Guttenberg on how L.A. can unite
Actor Steve Guttenberg, who lives near Pacific Palisades, helped evacuate residents and moved cars to clear paths for firefighters. Guttenberg is calling for people in L.A. to unite and help each another.
California wildfire survivor describes escape
The Los Angeles area wildfires have forced more than 100,000 people from their homes. Aaron Samson and his 83-year-old father-in-law, who has Parkinson's disease, escaped on foot from the Palisades Fire after they were forced to get out of their car.
Carter's casket arrives at National Cathedral
Jimmy Carter's casket arrived at the National Cathedral Thursday morning for the former president's state funeral. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special report.
L.A. wildfire victims face uncertain future
While many who evacuated from the fires in California don't know if their homes survived, others found a way back — only to see that there was nothing left. For those who found their house was still standing, they said their town itself was in ruins.