Trump-Andrew Jackson?
Pulitzer Prize winning author Jon Meacham, examines "American Lion," a biography of President Andrew Jackson, in a Trump-era light.
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Centuries-old White House tree gets the axe
A southern magnolia that had stood outside the White House since the 19th century was cut down. According to legend, Andrew Jackson planted the tree in honor of his late wife. "CBS Evening News" co-anchors John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois have details.
The Treasury Department this past week announced Andrew Jackson's face on the front of the $20 bill will be replaced by that of escaped slave-turned-abolitionist Harriet Tubman
The Treasury Department this past week announced Andrew Jackson's face on the front of the $20 bill will be replaced by that of escaped slave-turned-abolitionist Harriet Tubman. When it comes to the green that's been printed over the years, not all our currency has stayed current. Charles Osgood reports.
Former President Andrew Jackson is being evicted from the face of the $20 dollar bill
Former President Andrew Jackson is being evicted from the face of the $20 dollar bill. The U.S. Treasury confirmed Wednesday that former slave and iconic abolitionist Harriet Tubman would replace him, who was a slave owner. Julianna Goldman spoke to Treasury Secretary Jack Lew about the switch.
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Harriet Tubman is set to replace Andrew Jackson on the front of the $20 bill
Harriet Tubman is set to replace Andrew Jackson on the front of the $20 bill. Tubman was an abolitionist who risked her life bringing hundreds of slaves to freedom. Presidential historian Doug Wead joins CBSN to discuss the currency change and Tubman's role in history.
The abolitionist who risked her life bringing hundreds of slaves to freedom is bumping a slaveholder and former president to the back of the bill
The abolitionist who risked her life bringing hundreds of slaves to freedom is bumping a slaveholder and former president to the back of the bill. Harriet Tubman will be the face of the new $20 bill. Julianna Goldman reports.
Civil rights activist Harriet Tubman will replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill
Civil rights activist Harriet Tubman will replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. CBS News correspondent Julianna Goldman joins CBSN to discuss what other currency changes we can expect.
Bernanke says instead of having a woman replace Alexander Hamilton on the $10 bill, we should replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill
Former Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke says instead of having a woman replace Alexander Hamilton on the $10 bill, we should replace Andrew Jackson on the $20 bill. CBSN's Kristine Johnson and Vladimir Duthiers have more.
An organization wants to replace Andrew Jackson with a female American hero
There's a growing movement to give the $20 bill a facelift. An organization wants to replace Andrew Jackson with a female American hero. Chip Reid reports from the Treasury Department.
Effort to put Tubman on $20 to go forward
White House Jen Psaki said Monday that the Treasury Department will move forward with an effort to put Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. The effort was initiated by the Obama administration but then was stalled by the Trump administration. CBSN's Elaine Quijano reports.
New effort to put Harriet Tubman on $20 bill
White House press secretary Jen Psaki announced the Treasury Department is taking steps to resume efforts to place Harriet Tubman on the $20 bill. The change was initially announced during the Obama administration but didn't happen during the Trump administration. Watch her comments on the renewed effort.
Jackson, Mississippi, votes to move statue of Andrew Jackson from City Hall
"As we build a city focused on progress and unity we must make certain that we display images which reflect those aspirations," said the city's mayor.
4 charged for attempting to tear down Andrew Jackson statue
"These charges should serve as a warning to those who choose to desecrate the statues and monuments that adorn our nation's capital," acting U.S. Attorney Michael R. Sherwin said in a statement.
Demonstrators, police face off again in D.C.
Protesters fighting for racial justice clashed with police in Washington, D.C. again as they targeted a public monument honoring former President Andrew Jackson. Demonstrators attempted to topple the statue, citing Jackson's ownership of slaves and treatment of Native Americans. Police dispersed the crowd using pepper bullets and President Trump suggested demonstrators could be arrested. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Protesters try to topple Andrew Jackson statue near White House
The 19th century president's ruthless treatment of Native Americans has long been controversial.
Harriet Tubman $20 bill facing delays
Don't bet on seeing a Harriet Tubman $20 bill anytime soon. The redesigned bill bearing Tubman's face, which was supposed to debut in 2020, will not be coming out for nearly a decade, Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said. Tubman, who was born into slavery and became a noted abolitionist and political activist, would be the first black woman to have her face on U.S. currency.
Treasury watchdog to investigate delays on Harriet Tubman $20 bill
The Treasury's inspector general said he would report any indications of "employee misconduct"
Harriet Tubman $20 bill won't happen under Trump administration
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said a redesign of the bill's security features will still come out in 2020
Part of magnolia tree on South Lawn to be removed, White House says
The historic tree on the White House grounds has suffered decades of decay
Trump suggests Civil War could have been avoided
Says Andrew Jackson, an oft-cited touchstone, thought there was "no reason" for conflict between states
Has Trump's presidency revived Andrew Jackson's?
Jon Meacham, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House, compares America’s seventh president with our current commander-in-chief
Celebs react, loudly, to the #HarrietTubman $20 bill
Celebities weren't shy about sharing reactions to the Treasury Department's plans to replace slaveowning president Andrew Jackson with abolitionist Harriet Tubman
Bette Midler has cheeky response to woman on the $20 bill
Harriet Tubman, African-American abolitionist who helped slaves escape through the "Underground Railroad," will soon grace the bill
Will a woman's face be on $20 bill instead of $10?
Controversy behind the agency’s original plan to redesign the $10 bill got a redesign of its own
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
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Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
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Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
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Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
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Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
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Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
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Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
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Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Hungary's Orbán to attend inaugural meeting of Trump's "Board of Peace"
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán attended the launch of the initiative last month in the Swiss ski resort of Davos.
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
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Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."
The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Run Right Into It."
Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
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NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
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White House takes down racist post
President Trump is blaming a staffer for the now-removed social media post that included a racist video of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama depicted as apes. Mr. Trump told reporters he is "the least racist president you've had in a long time."
Robert Kraft's Super Bowl ad tackles hate
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The Barr Brothers perform "Another Tangerine"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Another Tangerine."
The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
Montreal-based brothers Andrew and Brad Barr released their debut album in 2010 and have won some of Canada's top music awards for their indie sound. Performing from their first album in eight years, "Let it Hiss," here's The Barr Brothers performing "Naturally."