7/21: CBS News Mornings
President Biden announced funding for initiatives to address extreme weather; Airlines continue to face a pilot shortage
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Secret Service turns over just one Jan 6. text exchange
The Jan. 6 House committee has received only one text message exchange from the U.S. Secret Service. It comes as the panel was expecting to receive a month's worth of text messages from the agency ahead of the next Jan. 6 hearing. Associated Press White House reporter Chris Megerian joins John Dickerson to discuss the deleted messages and the latest on Capitol Hill.
Biden vows to tackle climate change without Congress
President Biden is moving forward with his climate agenda without the full support of Congress. On Wednesday, he announced that he plans to sign a series of executive actions to combat the issue. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined John Dickerson to discuss.
Ukraine's first lady asks Congress for support
The first lady of Ukraine is calling on Congress to provide additional support for her war-torn country. Olena Zelenska spoke Wednesday on Capitol Hill as the Russian offensive continues in Ukraine. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on her remarks and U.S. lawmakers' reactions.
What's behind U.S. gas price fluctuations
CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano sit down with Evan Halper, a business reporter for "The Washington Post," to discuss fluctuating gas prices. While gas prices have recently fallen, Halper talks about his new reporting about expectations that costs will spike again and others' reactions to the Biden administration's efforts to combat high energy costs.
Fauci says he’s retiring
Saying “My time is running out,” Dr. Anthony Fauci, 81, announced that he expected to retire as head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases before the end of President Biden’s current term. The Biden administration energy advisor says gas could soon drop to an average of $4 a gallon. And 23-year-old Washington Nationals star Juan Soto won the 2022 MLB Home Run Derby.
Visa application process for some Afghans streamlined
The Biden administration is streamlining the visa application process for Afghans who aided the U.S. war efforts. The Department of Homeland Security says that it will remove one application step from the Special Immigration Visa program so that applicants only have to go through one government agency. Senior administration officials say the change could reduce processing times by about a month. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins John Dickerson on CBS News to discuss.
Steve Bannon's criminal trial gets underway
Jury selection began in the criminal trial of Steve Bannon. Bannon, who served as former President Trump's chief strategist, is charged with two counts of criminal contempt of Congress for refusing to comply with a subpoena from the January 6 committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Biden faces criticism after Saudi meeting
President Biden is back in Washington after his recent trip to the Middle East, where he met with the Saudi crown prince. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more on why the president is facing criticism after meeting with Mohammed Bin Salman.
Biden faces agenda hurdles at home and abroad
President Biden is back in the U.S. after an eventful trip to the Middle East. He's facing issues with his agenda at home after Senator Manchin announced he would not currently support a reconciliation bill featuring the administration's climate initiatives. Nancy Cordes has more.
Former ambassador discusses Biden's trip to Saudi Arabia
Robert Jordan, former U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia, joined CBS News to discuss President Joe Biden's meeting Friday with the crown prince.
Meeting between Biden and Saudi Crown Prince
President Joe Biden is arriving in Saudi Arabia for his highly-anticipated meetings with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman and his father, King Salman. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Bo Erickson break down on what the leaders will discuss.
Brittney Griner returns to court after pleading guilty
WNBA star Brittney Griner made her first appearance in a Russian court since pleading guilty to drug charges last week. Griner faces up to 10 years in prison. William Pomeranz, the acting director of the Kennan Institute and an expert on Russian law, spoke with Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano about the purpose of today's hearing and the next steps in Griner's trial.
Inflation hit 9.1% in June, highest rate in nearly 41 years
According to the Labor Department, inflation hit a fresh 40-year record last month with consumer prices increasing 9.1% over the last 12 months. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen reports on how rising prices are affecting people across the country. Then, Joe Brusuelas, principal and chief economist for RSM, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss the latest numbers.
Biden heads to Middle East for first official visit
President Biden will travel to Saudi Arabia and Israel this week for his first official visit to the region since taking office. The White House confirms the president will hold talks with the Saudi king and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He will also meet with Palestinian officials in Israel's occupied West Bank. Zeke Miller, a CBS News political contributor and White House reporter for the Associated Press, joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Texas gov. clashes with Biden administration
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is clashing with the Biden administration over key immigration policies. He authorized state officials to arrest migrants who cross the border illegally and bring them back to ports of entry. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what this move means.
Mick Mulvaney weighs in on the U.S. economy
Mick Mulvaney, former acting White House chief of staff, spoke to CBS News’ Catherine Herridge about the current state of the U.S. economy and why he believes a recession is "inevitable."
Biden signs executive order to protect abortion access
President Biden signed an executive order to protect access to reproductive health care. It comes two weeks after the Supreme Court overturned Roe V. Wade, ending the federal right to abortion. The President said the court's decision was one based on "raw political power." He also urged all women to vote this November. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Brittney Griner pleads guilty to drug charges in Russia
WNBA star Brittney Griner pleaded guilty to drug possession and smuggling charges in Russia on Thursday. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on the case from the White House. Then, Sean Sullivan, deputy politics editor for campaigns at the Washington Post, joins CBS News' Jamie Yuccas to discuss the possibility of a prisoner swap with Moscow.
Brittney Griner pleads guilty in Russia
WNBA star Brittney Griner has pleaded guilty to drug charges in a Russian court, admitting she brought cannabis oil into the country but saying she did not intend to break the law. Griner could face up to 10 years in prison. William Pomeranz, acting director of the Kennan Institute and an expert on Russian law, spoke with CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano about Griner's case.
Former Marine Paul Whelan still detained in Russia
Former Marine Paul Whelan was arrested in Moscow in 2018 while in town for a friend's wedding and charged with espionage by Russian intelligence officials. Whelan and U.S. officials deny those charges. His brother, David Whelan joined CBS News to discuss the latest efforts to bring Paul home from Russia.
GOP probes Hunter Biden's foreign dealings
CBS News obtained a letter from House Republicans demanding Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen share information about alleged suspicious foreign business dealings by the president's son, Hunter Biden. They accuse the Biden administration of stonewalling the GOP-led investigation. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
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Highland Park suspect charged with first-degree murder; Brittney Griner's wife says "I will not be quiet"
Mayorkas defends U.S. border policy after migrant deaths
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the Biden administration has repeatedly warned against traveling to the southern border.
Biden claims U.S. inflation rate lower than other nations
President Biden Thursday said the U.S. is better positioned to deal with inflation than any other nation in the world. David Nelson, chief strategist of Belpointe Asset Management, joins CBS News' Ben Tracy to discuss the state of the economy.
Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
Trump: See how Cheney feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
Family of mom who died after delayed abortion care says death was preventable
CBS News' Jericka Duncan spoke to Amber Thurman's family and the ProPublica reporter whose investigation found doctors waited 19 hours before performing surgery on Thurman.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
Jury clears former officer of violating civil rights of Breonna Taylor's neighbors
A federal jury cleared former Kentucky police officer Brett Hankison of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor's neighbors in a deadly raid in 2020, but remained deadlocked on a second federal charge.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, who has been criticized for a lack of outreach to the Arab American community.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
When does daylight saving time end in 2024?
The end to daylight saving time means our clocks will "fall back" on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. But why do we have to adjust the time twice a year?
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Jury clears former officer of violating civil rights of Breonna Taylor's neighbors
A federal jury cleared former Kentucky police officer Brett Hankison of violating the civil rights of Breonna Taylor's neighbors in a deadly raid in 2020, but remained deadlocked on a second federal charge.
South Carolina executes Richard Moore despite appeals for mercy
Richard Moore was put to death by lethal injection Friday for the 1999 fatal shooting of a convenience store clerk.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
Illegal border crossings remain low amid concerns that election could end lull
The last time monthly apprehensions were lower than the levels seen in the past four months was four years ago, in September 2020.
MrBeast fires workers, but probe finds no proof of sexual misconduct
Online video production company says it fired as many as 10 employees after an investigation into its workplace culture.
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MrBeast fires workers, but probe finds no proof of sexual misconduct
Online video production company says it fired as many as 10 employees after an investigation into its workplace culture.
Wendy's to close 140 more restaurants by end of year
Wendy's plans to close 140 U.S. restaurants before the end of this year on top of the 100 it said it would close in May.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."
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Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
Illegal border crossings remain low amid concerns that election could end lull
The last time monthly apprehensions were lower than the levels seen in the past four months was four years ago, in September 2020.
Harris campaign pounces on Trump rally " garbage" remarks in push for Latino vote
Harris' campaign believes that rhetoric is helping boost Harris with late-breaking battleground voters — by double digits.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
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Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Andy Warhol pieces stolen and damaged in "amateurish" gallery heist
Two of Pop Art pioneer Andy Warhol's four "Reigning Queens" were taken from an Amsterdam gallery in a heist described by the owner as "amateurish."
Maps, satellite images reveal Spain flood impact as death toll hits 205
"Entire houses have disappeared," says a local mayor in Spain's flood-battered Valencia region. "We don't know if there were people inside."
At least 8 killed in roof collapse at train station in Serbia
Emergency teams were dispatched to the downtown station and bulldozers were removing the debris looking for survivors.
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Revisiting the rise of super-sized portions
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back at a 1993 CBS report on America's growing appetite for large portions and bulk buying—a trend that now feels as classic as apple pie.
Tickets vanish from Ticketmaster accounts
Ticketmaster accounts are being hacked and the tickets resold on other sites in the final leg of the Taylor Swift concert tour. Ticketmaster won't say how many people are impacted.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Deadly Orlando mass shooting
A 17-year-old suspect could be charged as an adult after allegedly shooting at least eight people in downtown Orlando as Halloween celebrations continued into early Friday morning. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Deadly Halloween events shootings in U.S.
Officials say at least two people were killed in downtown Orlando, Florida, during shootings on Halloween night. In Northglenn, Colorado, multiple people were shot during a house party and several victims have died. CBS News Colorado's Michael Abeyta reports. Also, in Vancouver, Washington, three were reportedly injured during a mall shooting.
Daniel Penny trial on Jordan Neely death
Opening statements began in Daniel Penny's trial for Jordan Neely's chokehold death during a 2023 New York City subway incident. Prosecutors allege Penny's reckless actions led to Neely's death. Penny's defense may offer other potential reasons for Penny's death. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Wife of missionary killed in Angola arrested in connection to his death, church says
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Dogs spread autumn joy by jumping in leaf piles
In our increasingly outraged America, even the lowly leaf is subject to controversy, with folks upset about the raking and the bagging and mad about the blowing and the scooping. But there is at least one place left in America where pure autumn joy can still be found. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to Freeport, Maine, where a family's dogs are over the moon to simply be jumping in piles of leaves.
Why some Michigan Democrats voting "uncommitted"
With Election Day fast approaching, the U.S. is making a final diplomatic push to stop the war in Gaza, along with the cross-border fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. As Shanelle Kaul reports, the violence in the Middle East is pushing a key demo of voters in battleground Michigan to vote uncommitted at the top of the ticket.
Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
What early voting numbers show in Georgia
With early voting underway, Major Garrett takes a deeper dive into the numbers, including the gender gap between male and female voters and what it could indicate.