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How Trump skipping inauguration bucks tradition

Many of the longstanding traditions that typically take place on Inauguration Day were missing from Wednesday's transfer of power. Former President Trump chose not to meet with President Biden face to face, instead hosting his own farewell event at Joint Base Andrews. Andy Card, former White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the symbolism associated with the inaugural ceremony.

Jan 20, 2021
08:51

Presidential Inauguration Rehearsal Held At US Capitol Building

3 former presidents will attend Biden's inauguration

President Trump and President Carter, who is 96, will not be attending President-elect Biden's inauguration.

Jan 20, 2021

Capitol breach raises security concerns

CBS News senior national security analyst and former Homeland Security Advisor to President George W. Bush, Fran Townsend, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss security concerns surround the breach at the U.S. Capitol. She talks about what she thinks should be done now and what the breach means for the upcoming inauguration.

Jan 7, 2021
06:11

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A look back at the dramatic 2020 election

Two decades ago on December 12, one of the most contentious presidential races in American history was finally settled when the Supreme Court delivered a 5-4 opinion that handed the 2000 election to George W. Bush over Al Gore. Jeff Glor looks back at the historic national moment, as the U.S. reckons with challenges to its democratically-held elections today.

Dec 12, 2020
02:17

3 former presidents say they'd take COVID-19 vaccine on camera

"I may end up taking it on TV or having it filmed, just so that people know that I trust this science," Obama said.

Dec 4, 2020

President-Elect Joe Biden And Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris Address The Nation After Election Win

George W. Bush urges unity in congratulating Biden and Harris

Mr. Bush revealed he called both Mr. Biden and Harris on Sunday to congratulate them on their win.

Nov 9, 2020

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Fran Townsend on Trump's baseless fraud claims

Fran Townsend, CBS News senior national security analyst and a former adviser to President George W. Bush, spoke to "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano about the impact of President Trump's rhetoric trying to undermine the election results and why she doesn't think Mr. Bush will weigh in.

Nov 6, 2020
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Documentary explores 2000 election's wild end

The new HBO documentary "537 Votes" chronicles the unprecedented and highly contested outcome of the 2000 presidential election, which was decided after a weekslong recount in Florida. The film details how the international custody battle over 6-year-old Elián González triggered a political mess in Miami-Dade County in 2000 and may have swayed the election. Director Billy Corben joined CBSN to discuss.

Oct 21, 2020
07:20

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Andrew Card on moments that define presidencies

Andrew Card, who served as White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the Bush presidency, the Trump administration's handling of the coronavirus crisis and its impact on the 2020 presidential race.

Sep 14, 2020
06:42

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USPS sounds alarm on mail-in voting

Funding the U.S. Postal Service has become a political hot-button issue in the run-up to the November presidential election. The USPS has formally warned 41 states that it cannot guarantee that all votes cast by mail will be delivered in time to be counted. Former chairman of the USPS board of governors S. David Fineman joins CBSN's Lana Zak to talk about his Barron's op-ed "Quit Interfering and Save the Postal Service."

Aug 15, 2020
09:51

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Trump attacks intel officials as "dirty cops"

President Trump is attacking U.S. intelligence officials, questioning their reports that Russia is trying to influence the election as they did in 2016. Robert Draper, a writer-at-large for the New York Times magazine, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about President Trump and about his new book "To Start A War: How the Bush Administration Took America into Iraq."

Aug 12, 2020
07:26

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John Lewis remembered at funeral service

Former Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton came together to honor Congressman John Lewis at his funeral in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday, completing a week of memorial services for the longtime lawmaker and civil rights icon. CBSN's Lana Zak has some of the highlights.

Jul 30, 2020
03:52

George W. Bush speaks at John Lewis' funeral

Former President George W. Bush spoke at the funeral for the late civil rights leader and Congressman John Lewis at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. "We live in a better and nobler country today because of John Lewis and his abiding faith in the power of God, in the power of democracy, and in the power of love," he said. Watch his full remarks.

Jul 30, 2020
06:17

Author Robert Draper on what led the U.S. to war in Iraq

On "Intelligence Matters," Mike Morell and Draper discuss the key players, events and decisions that led to the George W. Bush administration's invasion of Iraq more than 15 years ago.

Jul 29, 2020

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Republican anti-Trump movement gains momentum

A growing number of Republican political action committees and other groups are working to unseat President Trump. Also, a number of high-ranking current and former Republican officials have announced that they will not be supporting Mr. Trump in the general election. CBS News political unit associate producer Sarah Ewall-Wice joined CBSN to discuss.

Jul 17, 2020
09:10

Former Bush officials unite to support Biden over Trump

"Our democracy is at stake," the group says.

Jul 2, 2020

Obama on George Floyd and nationwide protests

Former President Barack Obama weighed in on the death of George Floyd. In a virtual town hall, he urged young people to use their talents to effect change as the nation endures more protests. Ed O'Keefe reports.

Jun 3, 2020
01:50

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Former presidents react to George Floyd's death

Every former living president has now issued a statement on the death of George Floyd. New charges against the officers involved in the incident which led to his death were also filed Wednesday. CBS News' Natalie Brand, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and Washington Post political reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.

Jun 3, 2020
15:08

Jimmy Carter mourns continued "tragic racial injustices"

The former president said the nation needs "a government as good as its people."

Jun 3, 2020

President Bush Speaks to a Joint Session of Congress

Bush makes first public statement on George Floyd's death

The former president said he's waited to speak because he wanted to listen.

Jun 2, 2020

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The history behind social distancing

Experts had predicted social distancing would be necessary to save the country from a pandemic -- and former President George W. Bush took their warnings seriously during his administration. New York Times investigative reporter Eric Lipton joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain how the concept was born years ago.

Apr 29, 2020
05:27

Most divisive U.S. presidents, ranked

Barack Obama, Ronald Reagan, Bill Clinton and more – they served, and sometimes they divided.

Apr 21, 2020
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Ex-DHS official on U.S. coronavirus response

As Homeland Security adviser to President George W. Bush, Fran Townsend helped create his administration’s strategy to handle a potential flu pandemic. She joins “CBS This Morning” to weigh in on the current state of coronavirus preparations both at home and abroad as the outbreak threatens to become a global pandemic.

Feb 27, 2020
03:52

Trump will be the 2nd sitting president to attend Daytona 500

President George W. Bush attended the popular NASCAR event in 2004.

Feb 15, 2020

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ISIS leader's death a "blow": expert

CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend, who was a homeland security and counterterrorism adviser for President George W. Bush, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the significance of ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's death.

Oct 28, 2019
03:20

Iran, U.S. nuclear talks to continue next week, Iranian state TV reports

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei wrote on X that the "indirect talks" had begun.

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Ecuador imposes state of emergency before razor-close election

Ecuador declared a state of emergency Saturday in seven of its 24 provinces, including the capital Quito, saying it was needed to fight a dramatic rise in drug-linked violence.

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FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say

Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.

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Police identify victims, including teen, in Boca Raton plane crash

Police identified the three people killed in a small plane crash in Boca Raton. One other person was injured.

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Sandstorms, high winds prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights

Homes were damaged, cars were crushed and trees fell after windy weather and sandstorms in Beijing on Saturday, prompting flight cancellations.

6H ago

Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days

The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.

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Temple students surprised after human remains, bone fragments discovered on campus

Students were shocked after human remains and bone fragments were discovered at a construction site on campus on Friday.

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Pastor abducted at gunpoint while delivering sermon

Pastor Josh Sullivan was holding a prayer meeting with about 30 people, including his wife and six children, when the gunmen entered the church, his colleague said.

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Florida universities partnering with ICE on immigration enforcement

Multiple higher education institutions in the state of Florida are partnering with ICE on immigration enforcement, including University of Florida.

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Prize money at the Masters golf tournament goes up by $1 million

The winner of the Masters will receive $4.2 million and the signature green jacket.

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Candidates Hold Debate Ahead Presidential Runoff In Ecuador

U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election

Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.

15H ago

Migrant Crossings At Southern Border Increase Ahead Of Title 42 Expiration

Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along souther border

President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."

16H ago

FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say

Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.

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Prize money at the Masters golf tournament goes up by $1 million

The winner of the Masters will receive $4.2 million and the signature green jacket.

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U.S. exempts smartphones, computers from global Trump tariffs

The exemptions, published late Friday in a notice by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, cover various electronic goods, including smartphones.

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Matthew Craig shows Sharyn Alfonsi the inside of his home

Los Angeles-area residents crowdsource wildfire contamination data

Some people whose homes survived the Eaton wildfire in January are struggling to convince their insurers to test their properties for safety.

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U.S. consumer sentiment plunges in April as trade war fuels anxiety

Consumer sentiment fell sharply in April for the fourth straight month as the trade war fuels worries about inflation and employment.

Apr 11

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon Speaks At The Institute Of International Finance In Washington, D.C.

Jamie Dimon says U.S. economy faces "considerable turbulence"

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns that tariffs are likely to boost inflation, while urging the Trump administration to strike trade deals.

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Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days

The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.

1H ago

U.S. intelligence report favors incumbent Ecuadorian president in election

Ahead of the Ecuadorian presidential elections Sunday, CBS News has learned a U.S. intel assessment favors the incumbent president, viewing him as better for U.S. interests.

15H ago

Trump authorizes military to take control of public land along souther border

President Trump justified the use of the military by saying the United States is "under attack from a variety of threats."

16H ago

FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say

Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.

17H ago

NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal

An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.

17H ago

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After amputation, losing more of her leg was the only way to help her walk

Dr. Omri Ayalon helped Tracey White recover her ability to walk. Then he joined her for a milestone moment.

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FDA to replace laid-off employees with contractors, sources say

Steep cuts to the agency's workforce had disrupted drug and food safety inspections.

17H ago

Woman believed to be the only person with unnamed genetic disorder

Enriquez lives with chronic kidney disease, neurofibromatosis, which causes tumors to form, scoliosis and Raynaud's phenomenon, causing temporary spasms of blood vessels. On top of all that, she has an unnamed genetic disorder,

15H ago

Former top FDA official warns RFK Jr. against giving "false hope" on autism

"You can be incredibly supportive of people, but giving them false hope is wrong," said Dr. Peter Marks.

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Weekly measles cases top 90 in U.S. for first time in years

Arkansas, Hawaii and Indiana have joined a list of two dozen states with confirmed measles cases.

Apr 11

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Ecuador imposes state of emergency before razor-close election

Ecuador declared a state of emergency Saturday in seven of its 24 provinces, including the capital Quito, saying it was needed to fight a dramatic rise in drug-linked violence.

1H ago

Iran, U.S. nuclear talks to continue next week, Iranian state TV reports

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei wrote on X that the "indirect talks" had begun.

3H ago

Sandstorms, high winds prompt Beijing to cancel hundreds of flights

Homes were damaged, cars were crushed and trees fell after windy weather and sandstorms in Beijing on Saturday, prompting flight cancellations.

6H ago

Penguin in cardboard box led to South Africa helicopter crash, report says

The pilot and three passengers aboard the helicopter, as well as the penguin, were uninjured, according to an incident report.

Apr 11

Security forces operate near a crime scene where a U.S. citizen shot and killed a state Mexican police officer, in Tijuana

U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit

Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.

Apr 11

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Tetris' global success

Tetris is one of the best-known video games of all time — but that wasn't always the case. Video game publisher Henk Rogers recounts the game's journey to success and his own personal experiences with it in his new book "The Perfect Game."

6H ago
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Author Jennifer Weiner talks new novel

Jennifer Weiner has penned 22 books, and her latest, "The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits," tells the story of a former pop duo trying to find their way back to each other. Weiner's novels are known for complex, strong, relatable protagonists, and her characters leap off the page. She sat down with Dana Jacobson to talk about her career and newest book.

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Dawes performs "Still Strangers Sometimes"

Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From "Oh Brother," here is Dawes with "Still Strangers Sometimes."

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Dawes performs "Time Spent in Los Angeles"

Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From their 2011 album "Nothing Is Wrong," here is Dawes with a new version of their song "Time Spent in Los Angeles."

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Dawes performs "Front Row Seat"

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iPhones likely to cost more amid tariffs

President Trump's tariffs on China could make Apple iPhones more expensive. China announced Friday it's raising tariffs on U.S. goods to 125% after Mr. Trump increased reciprocal tariffs on some Chinese products to 145%. Yahoo Finance senior tech reporter Yasmin Khorram reports.

22H ago
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Verizon Store Stocks Shelves With New Apple iPhone 6

Apple airlifts iPhones out of India to avoid Trump tariffs, report says

Apple's move to avoid China tariffs had been in the works for months, according to report citing Indian government officials.

Apr 10

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.

Mar 28, 2024
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The Inauguration Of Donald J. Trump As The 47th President

Meta whistleblower: Facebook worked with Chinese government to censor posts

Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams testified Wednesday afternoon before the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism.

Apr 10

How AI is trained not to spread abuse

New documents obtained by Business Insider show how companies are testing artificial intelligence models to prevent the spread of extreme information about abusive topics. Effie Webb, a tech news fellow at Business Insider, joins CBS News with more.

Apr 9
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Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?

As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?

7H ago

NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal

An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.

17H ago

Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors

Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.

Apr 11

Scientists map part of a mouse's brain that's so complex it looks like a galaxy

Thanks to a mouse watching clips from "The Matrix," scientists have created the largest functional map of a brain to date.

Apr 9

Ancient altar found in jungle apparently used for child sacrifices

The discovery shows the cultural interaction between the Maya of Tikal and Teotihuacan's elite between 300 and 500 A.D., archaeologists said.

Apr 9

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Maryland law school reflects on Freddie Gray's death, looks at what work still needs to be done

It's almost been ten years since Freddie Gray died, and an event in downtown Baltimore Friday aimed to not only remember him but also remember what needs to be done when it comes to ensuring fair policing.

18H ago

Convicted killer mistakenly released from jail is caught 2 weeks later

Kathan Guzman was mistakenly released from a jail in Clayton County, Georgia, officials said. He was arrested in Florida.

23H ago

Monica Sementilli found guilty of murder in plot to kill prominent LA hairdresser

The 10-man, two-woman jury began deliberations in Monica Sementilli's trial on Wednesday, and by Friday morning, the guilty verdict was announced.

22H ago

Menendez brothers resentencing hearing

The Menendez brothers are awaiting a court hearing in California that could determine their chance at resentencing. This comes as the new Los Angeles county district attorney appears to signal he opposes a change in their conviction. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.

Apr 11
03:03

U.S. fugitive allegedly kills Mexican officer who led "Gringo Hunters" unit

Authorities said the police unit was trying to arrest a suspect in Tijuana when the man opened fire, hitting and killing 33-year-old Abigail Esparza Reyes.

Apr 11

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Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin launch

Blue Origin's latest flight will become the first mission to have an all-female crew in space in just two days. Aboard the ship will be "CBS Mornings" host Gayle King. Co-host Vlad Duthiers opened up about how King is feeling ahead of the launch.

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Gayle King prepares for Blue Origin space flight

CBS Mornings host Gayle King is preparing to blast off into space Monday on board a historic all-female Blue Origin space flight. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassman reports.

19H ago
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Space tourism is establishing a new frontier in travel

Private companies have launched nearly 120 civilians to the edge of space.

Apr 11

Gayle King hopes to inspire others with historic flight to space

"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke about the opportunity to travel to space, the support she's received and the message she hopes to send to others.

Apr 11

Meet the Blue Origin crew Gayle King is joining on trip to space

Here's a look at the women expected to join Blue Origin's upcoming mission, which has a target launch date of Monday, April 14, and what they have to say about the epic journey.

Apr 11

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Day Of Action Protests Across The Country

"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk

Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.

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Notable Deaths in 2025

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Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed

A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.

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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.

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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.

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Tetris' global success

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Dawes performs "Still Strangers Sometimes"

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Dawes performs "Time Spent in Los Angeles"

Just six weeks after Dawes released their new studio album "Oh Brother," brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires. They balanced high-profile TV appearances with picking up the pieces, even appearing to open the Grammy Awards. They returned to touring life this week, starting with their emotional return visit to Saturday Sessions. From their 2011 album "Nothing Is Wrong," here is Dawes with a new version of their song "Time Spent in Los Angeles."

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Dawes performs "Front Row Seat"

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