Manchin and Schumer announce surprise deal on climate and taxes
The announcement came hours after the passage of a bill incentivizing semiconductor chip production.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer tests positive for COVID-19
Schumer, who is fully vaccinated and double boosted, is only experiencing "very mild" symptoms, the spokesperson said in a statement.
Cipollone to speak to Jan. 6 committee
CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns and Puck News senior political correspondent Tara Palmeri join "Red and Blue" to discuss the significance of former White House counsel Pat Cipollone agreeing to testify before the January 6 House select committee. Plus, their analysis of how Democrats feel about President Biden now and if they want him to run again in 2024.
Last WWII Medal of Honor recipient to lie in honor at U.S. Capitol
Williams, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer and the last living medal of honor recipient from World War II, died Wednesday at 98 years old.
Biden speaks on inflation and economy
President Biden spoke Thursday with The Associated Press about inflation and the state of the U.S. economy, and held a meeting with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on economic issues. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "Red and Blue" to discuss this and more.
Biden vows to fight for abortion rights
A reported draft Supreme Court opinion obtained by Politico suggests the court is set to roll back Roe v. Wade. President Biden reacted to the report by emphasizing that it's unclear if the draft is the court's final decision and vowing to work with Democrats in Congress to pass a law protecting abortion rights. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke to Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what else the president had to say and the reactions from lawmakers who said conservative Supreme Court justices lied at their confirmation hearings.
Biden seeks replacement for Justice Breyer
President Biden is weighing his options for a nominee to replace Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer, who plans to retire this year. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more on the impact of Breyer's retirement, and CBS News senior White House correspondent breaks down the opportunity it presents for the Biden administration.
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Action on voting rights bill on Capitol Hill; Candidate smokes marijuana in new campaign ad
Senate starts debate on voting rights bill
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is moving forward with debate on the voting rights bill. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, Politico's national political correspondent Meridith McGraw, and Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Eliza Collins join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on that and the day's other political headlines.
Spotlight was on voting rights on MLK Day
A series of speakers, including Martin Luther King III, delivered remarks on Martin Luther King Jr. Day about the need to pass voting rights legislation in Washington. Antjuan Seawright, CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Leslie Sanchez, CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist, joined CBSN to discuss.
Senate begins debate on voting rights
Senate Democrats, led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, are beginning debate on voting rights legislation. But it faces an uphill battle as two key Senate Democrats oppose filibuster reform. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBSN with the latest from Capitol Hill.
Senate to debate voting rights despite roadblocks
Senators are expected to begin debate on a voting rights bill that no Republican members support. The legislation combines the Freedom To Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBSN to discuss why it's unlikely the bill will pass, and the key role two Democrats play.
Senate to debate voting rights bills
Congress is back to work and lawmakers are juggling a handful of issues. The Senate will begin debating voting rights legislation Tuesday, while other Democrats shift their focus to President Biden's spending plan. CBS News political contributor Molly Hooper joins CBSN AM to discuss.
NY officials give update on Bronx fire
New York City Fire Commissioner Daniel Nigro said Sunday that a fire that killed 19 people, including nine children, was started by a space heater. Watch New York officials give an update on the devastating fire.
Chuck Schumer says he'll "never forget" attack on U.S. Capitol
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was preparing to give a speech on January 6, 2021, when a Capitol police officer grabbed him.
Schumer on Jan. 6 investigation
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the anniversary of the January 6 riots.
Congress faces uphill climb in the new year
The Senate returns to session days before the anniversary of the Capitol riot, and Democrats are expected to try to salvage President Joe Biden's social and climate spending bill in the new year. CBS News political contributor Sean Sullivan and CBS News congressional reporter Zak Hudak join CBSN's Tanya Rivero for more.
Biden to speak on Omicron variant
President Biden will deliver remarks on the pandemic Tuesday as COVID-19 infection rates soar in parts of the country. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with a look at what to expect from his speech and more news from the White House.
Senate Democrats push GOP to end blockade of Biden nominees
Many members, largely Republicans, were already missing during Friday morning votes.
Biden waiting for spending package
Bills to raise the debt limit and fund Pentagon and national security operations have cleared both chambers of Congress. President Biden is hoping his social and climate spending package will also pass, but a key Democratic vote in the Senate remains unclear. Nicholas Wu, a congressional reporter for Politico, joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Senate passes deal to raise debt limit
In a 59-35 vote, the Senate passed a measure allowing for a one-time exemption to the filibuster so Democrats can raise the debt limit without Republican votes. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has warned the nation could enter default if the borrowing limit is not raised by December 15. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain the process ahead.
Former Senator Bob Dole lies in state
Former Senator Bob Dole is lying in state in the U.S. Capitol. He died Sunday at the age of 98 after battling stage 4 lung cancer. President Biden reflected on Dole's legacy at a ceremony Thursday, calling the World War II veteran "a giant of our history." CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
House passes bill to allow Senate Democrats to approve debt limit increase
The fast-track process would require Democrats in the Senate to introduce the legislation to raise the debt limit by a certain amount, rather than suspending the debt limit.
Congress averts government shutdown
Senate Republicans voted to pass a government funding measure after balking over the Biden administration's vaccine requirements for private companies, but Congress now faces a deadline to raise the debt ceiling. Politico Senate reporter Marianne Levine joins CBSN anchor Elaine Quijano with the details.
Congress works to avert government shutdown
The House of Representatives passed a short-term resolution Thursday that would temporarily fund the government through February 18. It's now up to the Senate to stop the shutdown, but as CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports, a group of Republican lawmakers could derail the effort. Anthony Adragna, a Politico reporter covering Congress and author of Politco's "Congressional Minutes," joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest from Washington.
Helene slams Florida as Category 4 hurricane then rapidly weakens
Nearly 4 million customers in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas were in the dark as Helene moved inland from the Big Bend area of Florida's Gulf Coast.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Video shows rescue of man, dog sailing during Hurricane Helene
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Deadly strikes in Lebanon go on as Netanyahu shifts tone on cease-fire
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue before his U.N. speech.
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Video shows rescue of man, dog sailing during Hurricane Helene
Video shows a Coast Guard member descending into the choppy ocean from a helicopter to reach the man and dog.
Dryer cycle becomes key clue at the scene of an Idaho mother's death
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
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White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
A top DJT investor says it has sold most of its shares in Trump Media
A top investor in Trump Media & Technology Group has shed most of its position in the Truth Social owner, according to a filing.
Trump debuts new merch: Watches selling for up to $100,000
Former President Donald Trump announced the new watch line on Truth Social, describing the timepieces as "truly special."
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Michigan will remain competitive until Election Day, Rep. Debbie Dingell predicts
"I don't think we know who's going to win Michigan yet," Rep. Debbie Dingell told chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett on "The Takeout" podcast.
Harris to call for tougher security measures during trip to southern border
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver remarks in Douglas, Arizona, her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since becoming the Democratic nominee for president.
Iranian hackers charged in alleged targeting of Trump campaign, sources say
The FBI launched probes earlier this summer after both the Trump and then-Biden campaigns experienced attempted phishing schemes targeting people associated with the candidates, sources told CBS News in August.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
Gov. Newsom signs law to shed light on newborn DNA storage, prompted by 10-year CBS News California investigation
Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law prompted by a decade-long CBS News California investigation into California's newborn genetic biobank.
Boar's Head plants nationwide now part of law enforcement investigation, USDA says
Ten deaths have been linked to now-recalled Boar's Head products.
Free COVID tests are back. But there are more accurate tests for sale.
The latest round of COVIDTests.gov will again rely on less sensitive "antigen" tests.
Old newspaper dispensers deliver Narcan overdose reversal drug instead of news
Thirteen states in Appalachia join others in placing free boxes of naloxine in metal dispensers once used for newspapers, as part of Save a Life Day.
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Deadly strikes in Lebanon go on as Netanyahu shifts tone on cease-fire
Israel's leader softens his stance on a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal with Hezbollah, but deadly strikes in Lebanon continue before his U.N. speech.
Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank, U.S. officials says
The U.S. official said it was "not surprising" that China's navy would conceal it. The submarine's current status is unknown.
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Chocolates, flowers and gold mines: A CBS News investigation reveals the lengths scammers go to to romance and rob unsuspecting Americans.
Johnson demands Ukraine's Zelenskyy fire ambassador amid Trump rift
Republicans are claiming election interference after Zelenskyy visited Pennsylvania earlier this week.
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Maggie Smith, "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey" actress, has died at 89
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim later in her career in roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
"CBS Mornings Plus" debuts third hour of live coverage on Monday, Sept. 30
Tony Dokoupil and Adriana Diaz co-host "CBS Mornings Plus," airing weekdays on CBS-owned stations in Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Detroit and Miami, and streaming on CBS News 24/7.
Nevada Supreme Court orders dismissal of Nathan Chasing Horse sex abuse case
The Nevada Supreme Court left open a possibility for charges to be refiled.
Cate Blanchett on "Disclaimer"
Academy Award-winning actor Cate Blanchett joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new psychological thriller, "Disclaimer."
Disney+ to hike prices and crack down on password sharing
Disney follows in the footsteps of Netflix in looking to convert Disney+ password-borrowers into paying customers.
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Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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.
Here are the celebrity voices Meta now uses for its AI chatbots
Meta AI will talk to you in the voice of a handful of celebrities, Mark Zuckerberg announced today.
Bieber song about "'Diddy' party" is likely AI-generated, researchers say
CBS News found the song has been used in more than 4,500 TikTok videos alone, with some users believing it's a song released by Bieber.
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How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
Why are houses collapsing on Outer Banks?
Three houses have collapsed into the ocean in Rodanthe, North Carolina, in less than a week — and they're likely not the last. Here's why.
California officials on climate change laws
President Biden touted his administration's climate progress at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday. But in California, lawmakers have often been ahead of the federal government's climate policy, although they are not always aligned. CBS News California investigative correspondent Julie Watts has more.
California Democrats on gas, oil
Some of California's Democratic state politicians say they are voting against clean energy measures and climate legislation for economic reasons connected to their constituents. CBS News Sacramento's Julie Watts reports.
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Dryer cycle becomes key clue at the scene of an Idaho mother's death
Investigators say the suspicious timing of doing a load of laundry and a call to 911 focused their attention on a former state trooper and his potential role in his wife's death.
Details emerge on suspect after 3 family members killed in Vermont
A search of Brian Crossman Jr.'s cell phone found multiple internet searches related to serial killers and unresolved murders, police said.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams arrives for arraignment on federal indictment
NYC Mayor Eric Adams faces arraignment Friday after his indictment on federal bribery and campaign finance charges.
Inside look at Ghana romance scam operations
Men and women in the U.S. looking for love online are being tricked by young men trained to scam them. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta followed the money all the way to Ghana.
Why Eric Adams was indicted
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing decades in prison if convicted on federal charges unsealed Thursday. Adams denies any wrongdoing. CBS News crime and public safety senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter reports.
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2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
Earth will get a second moon for nearly 57 days this year
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NASA's "Hidden Figures" honored in Congressional Gold Medal ceremony
NASA's "Hidden Figures," whose work helped put men on the moon, were honored Wednesday in a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
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Helene moves over Georgia
Hurricane Helene, now a tropical storm, marks the third time in just over a year that a tropical system has hit Florida's Northeastern Gulf Coast. The storm, which made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane, has been blamed for three deaths so far as it moves over Georgia.
Israel rejects cease-fire proposal in Lebanon
Lebanon's Ministry of Health says more than 700 people have been killed over the past week of intense Israeli strikes as Israel and Hezbollah continue to trade fire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has so far rejected a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal.
Harris to visit U.S.-Mexico border
On Friday, Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Arizona to visit the U.S.-Mexico border. She plans to criticize former President Donald Trump for his role in blocking a bipartisan border security and immigration bill earlier this year. Meanwhile Trump will be in New York, meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before heading to Michigan.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams to be arraigned
New York City Mayor Eric Adams will be arraigned in court Friday on federal corruption charges. The Democrat is accused of taking illegal campaign contributions and bribes from officials in Turkey in exchange for favors dating back a decade.
Helene makes landfall as a Category 4 storm
Hurricane Helene brought maximum sustained winds up to 140 mph and catastrophic storm surges up to 20 feet along Florida's Big Bend region as it made landfall Thursday as a Category 4 storm. At least three people have been killed.