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It's not just presidential hopefuls descending on the Iowa State Fair -- state leaders on the federal level are also getting in on the fun. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett speaks with Iowa Republican Sen. Joni Ernst about the 2024 GOP race, former President Donald Trump's indictment in Georgia and more.
The senator said she believes the flow of precursor chemicals into Mexico is happening with the tacit approval of the Chinese.
Republican Sen. Joni Ernst accused China of "intentionally poisoning" Americans by not stopping the supply chain networks that produce fentanyl. "The Chinese are selling these precursor chemicals into Mexico. Then the Mexican cartels are working on making the fentanyl and distributing up into the United States," the Iowa senator told CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge.
Lawmakers have said that every day that goes by without action puts lives at risk.
"We want Americans to see that bipartisanship is alive and well. It takes friendships," Ernst said.
The following is a transcript of the interview with Senators Joni Ernst and Kirsten Gillibrand that aired Sunday, May 16, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst say their work on reforming the military's handling of sexual assault cases can serve as a "template" for bipartisanship on other issues.
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the Colonial Pipeline hack, CDC's updated mask guidance, and the bipartisan support for addressing sexual assault in the military.
Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst say their work on reforming the military’s handling of sexual assault cases can serve as a “template” for bipartisanship on other issues.
Most Republicans are publicly staying silent or explicitly backing the president.
Many Republican senators have held off on congratulating President-elect Joe Biden on his victory as President Trump pushes baseless allegations of voter fraud. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke with several GOP senators who said they were unaware of any specific fraud allegations, particularly in their own races. She joins CBSN with more on that, plus how Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell might work with the new administration.
Senate Republicans unveiled a police reform bill on Wednesday that encourages police departments to ban chokeholds and no-knock warrants. Republican Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa will co-sponsor the bill. Brianne Pfannenstiel, chief political reporter for the Des Moines Register, joins CBSN to discuss.
Eight states and Washington D.C. held primaries Tuesday in what was the biggest day of voting since Super Tuesday in March. After a slew of wins, Joe Biden is now closing in on the number of delegates he needs to formally clinch the Democratic nomination. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" with a look at the results.
Iowa Senator Joni Ernst is out with a new memoir on her experiences in politics, the military and growing up on the farm. "CBS This Morning" talks with the senator about her book and the coronavirus pandemic.
The issue of impeachment is now spilling over into smaller state races. Senator Joni Ernst and Representative Elaine Luria of Iowa both faced questions on the matter at town halls. Meanwhile, Jill Biden answered questions about Hunter Biden on the campaign trail. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Adam Brewster and CBS News political unit associate producer Aaron Navarro joined CBSN with more on the events.
Democrats are hoping to take the seat back, especially as President Trump's tariffs have hit the state hard
Sen. Joni Ernst spoke about trade, her relationship with the president and friendships across the aisle
Republican senators Joni Ernst and Mike Lee are unveiling a new proposal for paid family leave. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke with the two lawmakers about their plan and their push for a bipartisan effort on the bill. The full story airs Wednesday on "CBS This Morning."
The Cradle Act would allow new parents to tap into their Social Security savings, and later delay their retirement, to take paid time off after the birth or adoption of a child
Republican Sens. Joni Ernst and Mike Lee are unveiling a new proposal for paid family leave. The Cradle Act would allow new parents to tap into their social security savings, and later delay their retirement, to take paid time off after the birth or adoption of a child. Watch their extended conversation with CBS News' Nancy Cordes on Wednesday, March 13, on "CBS This Morning."
One of the most powerful women in American politics reluctantly shared some personal details of her private life. Sen. Joni Ernst said she is a survivor of rape and domestic violence. Ed O'Keefe reports.
The fourth-ranking Senate Republican accused her ex-husband in divorce documents of physically assaulting her before she was elected to the Senate
Sen. Joni Ernst is calling herself a survivor and speaking out for the first time about being sexually assaulted in college. The Iowa Republican told Bloomberg News Wednesday she was raped by someone she knew while attending Iowa State University. Ernst also opened up about unrelated, alleged physical abuse in her marriage. The 48-year-old became emotional during a meeting Wednesday with constituents.
Ernst, elected to this week to be a member of Senate leadership, defended the deployment of troops to the southern border, saying it is good skill-building for soldiers' future missions
The following is a transcript of the interview with Republican Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa that aired Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, on "Face the Nation"
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Dnipro appeared to bear the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fired U.S.-made missiles into Russia, but it's unclear what weapons Russia used.
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
As millions of Americans get ready to hit the road ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, Sheetz is offering a deal on fuel.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
A village in Sardinia is trying to entice politics-weary Americans to buy cheap homes in Italy.
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
Trump signaled this week that he would enlist the help of the U.S. military for his massive deportation operation.
Rep. Susan Wild said there was "no consensus" on the issue and the committee agreed to reconvene on Dec. 5.
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.
CDC data shows rates of Mycoplasma pneumoniae have surged in babies.
Dr. Mehmet Oz unsuccessfully ran for Senate in 2022. Now he's Trump's choice to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
Chris Stapleton took home four Country Music Association Awards and hardly left the stage on Wednesday night, while an absent Morgan Wallen won the night's biggest prize, entertainer of the year.
Paul Mescal discusses his experience working with Oscar winner Denzel Washington in "Gladiator II," and what it was like to work on intense scenes together.
Award-winning singer Clay Aiken, who rose to fame on American Idol, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about his new holiday album, "Christmas Bells Are Ringing," and his rendition of Bing Crosby's "Do You Hear What I Hear?"
Paul Mescal joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his role as Lucius in "Gladiator II," the son of Maximus and Lucilla, who is thrust into the arena to fight for the Roman Empire 15 years after Maximus' death.
CBS News' Anthony Mason joins Paul Simon on a trip to the Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss, to explore how researchers are getting closer to finding answers about repairing and preventing hearing loss.
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
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.
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
SpaceX successfully launched its Super Heavy-Starship rocket from Texas for its sixth test flight Tuesday with its CEO Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump looking on. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen has more on the launch.
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
A judge Wednesday found a Venezuelan migrant guilty on all counts in the murder earlier this year of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. He was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Bryan Kohberger is charged with four counts of first degree murder in the 2022 stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
South Florida native Harun Abdul-Malik Yener was charged with attempted use of an explosive to damage or destroy a building used in interstate commerce.
The "Rust" film premiere in Poland occurred three years after the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Alec Baldwin was not present. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
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.
House Speaker Mike Johnson on Wednesday took aim at incoming Democratic Rep. Sarah McBride, the first ever transgender member elected to Congress, with his decision to bar transgender people from using bathrooms in the Capitol Complex that do not align with their sex assigned at birth. Scott MacFarlane has more.
President-elect Donald Trump confirmed that he plans to address illegal immigration in the U.S. through a mass deportation program. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady discusses how such a plan could affect the food industry.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he plans to nominate former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as education secretary. Washington Post political investigative reporter Beth Reinhard joins "The Daily Report" to discuss her qualifications and plans.
President-elect Donald Trump is urging Republicans to slow down President Biden's judicial nominations before January. There are currently 44 vacancies, and 14 of Mr. Biden's nominations await Senate approval. Wall Street Journal Supreme Court correspondent Jess Bravin joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.