Kamala Harris on Manchin and Build Back Better: "Let's get the job done"
The vice president told CBS News' Margaret Brennan she doesn't feel betrayed by Manchin's "no" on Biden's social spending plan.
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Exclusive interview: Harris on Manchin
"Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan spoke to Vice President Kamala Harris in an exclusive interview about the Omicron variant, the Build Back Better plan, and Senator Joe Manchin. Brennan joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss more.
Kamala Harris discusses stalled spending plan
Vice President Kamala Harris was expected to cast a tie-breaking vote to send the "Build Back Better" bill to President Biden's desk for final approval. Now, Democrats are scrambling after Senator Joe Manchin pulled support for the spending plan. Margaret Brennan has more from an exclusive interview with the vice president.
Kamala Harris and the bipartisan infrastructure law
A look at the vice president's work on the recently passed $1 trillion infrastructure law.
White House addresses maternal mortality crisis in U.S.
The U.S. has the highest maternal death rate of any developed nation in the world.
VP Harris speaks out on maternal health
Vice President Kamala Harris led the White House's first Maternal Health Day of Action on Tuesday. Rohini Kosoglu, a domestic policy adviser for the vice president, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss what the Biden administration is doing about the issue.
Biden administration reacts to Arbery verdicts
President Biden and Vice President Harris released statements calling for a continued commitment to racial justice after a Georgia jury found Travis McMichael, Gregory McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan guilty of murder in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery in February 2020.
Biden found to be "healthy," "fit" to be president, according to physical
The president said the physical went "great." But there were a couple of health issues noted by the White House physician.
CBO releases report on Biden spending bill
The Biden administration's major spending bill is one step closer to a vote in Congress as lawmakers get a report on its cost. Plus, President Biden meets with the leaders of Mexico and Canada. CBS News Radio White House correspondent Steven Portnoy, USA Today White House correspondent Courtney Subramanian and AP White House reporter Zeke Miller join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Biden talks infrastructure bill in New Hampshire
President Biden visited an aging bridge in New Hampshire that will get repaired under the new infrastructure bill. Now, Democrats are trying to move forward with passing a major social and climate spending package. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, Wall Street Journal political reporter Eliza Collins and Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Reports of political tensions in West Wing
The White House is pushing back against rumors of tension between the president and vice president's offices. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the issues Vice President Kamala Harris faces.
In Paris, VP Harris seeks to strengthen ties, stay out of headlines
If you were in Paris this week, you could be forgiven for not knowing that Vice President Kamala Harris was here too.
U.S. and France form new diplomatic pacts
Vice President Kamala Harris met with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on Thursday, months after the U.S. struck a submarine deal with Australia that sunk a prior contract between Australia and France, angering the French. On Wednesday, Harris said the U.S. committed to joining an international climate change initiative in cooperation with France and the U.S. will support France's initiative to work with the international community to advance cybersecurity. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero from Paris to discuss.
Harris in France to mend relations with Paris
Vice President Kamala Harris is in France this week in an effort to mend relations with one of America's oldest allies. Relations between Paris and Washington hit a low point earlier this year due to a submarine deal signed by the U.S., the U.K. and Australia that effectively canceled a similar deal that France had already signed with Australia. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe joins CBSN AM from Paris with the latest.
National politics in Virginia governor's race
Democrats in Virginia are trying to turn out the vote for gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe. President Biden took the stage in Arlington, Virginia, on Tuesday night on behalf of the Democratic contender with polls showing the race remains close between McAuliffe and Republican challenger Glenn Youngkin. The president focused part of his speech on tying Youngkin to GOP governors in the South and his relationship with former President Trump. Zach Montellaro, a state politics reporter for Politico, joined CBSN to discuss the campaign.
Harris to campaign in Virginia for McAuliffe
Former Governor Terry McAuliffe is hoping to get a big boost in the close Virginia governor's race when Vice President Kamala Harris heads to the state Thursday, and former President Barack Obama is slated to go to Virginia this weekend. Julia Manchester, a reporter for The Hill, joins CBSN AM with the latest on the race.
Harris' appearance on "The View" delayed by co-hosts' positive COVID-19 tests
Two of the show's co-hosts left the stage in the middle of the program Friday.
More than 1,000 migrants allowed into U.S.
More than 1,000 mostly Haitian migrants have been allowed to enter the U.S. as part of the legal asylum process, contradicting the Biden administration's announcement that migrants arriving at the border will be immediately deported. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.
Migrants in Texas border town to be deported
The Biden administration is planning a wide-scale expulsion of thousands of migrants, mostly from Haiti, who suddenly descended upon the small Texas border town of Del Rio. Christina Ruffini has the details.
Harris and Yellen push child care spending
The report comes as congressional Democrats negotiate over the $3.5 trillion reconciliation package, which includes $450 billion for child care and universal preschool.
9/14: Red and Blue
California recall election day arrives; How important is the Latino vote in California?
Mayorkas says DHS resources are "stressed"
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said that the department's resources are "stressed" from a number of crises, but the DHS is "meeting every challenge." He also discussed the so-called "Remain in Mexico" border policy in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Harris campaigns for Newsom: "They know he is a national leader"
Harris said she and her husband, second gentleman Doug Emhoff, have already cast their ballots against the recall effort.
VP Harris campaigns for Gavin Newsom
Vice President Kamala Harris said Wednesday while campaigning in California that the effort to recall the governor is about nationwide issues like voting rights and women's reproductive rights. She predicted the "Republican's recall" effort to remove Governor Gavin Newsom from power will fail. CBS Los Angeles' Jeff Nguyen has the latest.
Watch: Harris campaigns for Newsom
Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned in California on Wednesday for Governor Gavin Newsom, who is facing a recall election. "They're thinking if they can get this done in California, they can go around the country and do this," Harris said about Republicans. Watch her speech and read more here.
Dockworkers begin strike at East and Gulf Coast ports
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Israel begins "targeted" ground operation in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localized" ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.
Tim Walz and JD Vance's 2024 VP debate is tonight. Here's what to know.
The vice presidential showdown on Oct. 1 is expected to be the last debate before the November election.
Helene death toll tops 130 as Southeast digs out from devastation
Hurricane Helene killed dozens of people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
Pete Rose, MLB legend who was banned for gambling, dies at 83
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
Georgia's abortion ban ruled unconstitutional
The ruling means abortions will be permitted until later in pregnancies.
Views of Vance, Walz ahead of debate — CBS News poll
Most voters say they plan to watch the VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance Tuesday night, which will be moderated by CBS News.
DNC trolls Trump, Vance with digital projections on NYC's Trump Tower
The Democratic National Committee will once again be putting projections on a Trump Tower about the Trump-Vance ticket ahead of the vice presidential debate.
Shigeru Ishiba elected as Japan's next prime minister by Parliament
Japan's parliament formally elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country's prime minister to replace Fumio Kishida, whose administration was rocked by scandals.
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Jimmy Carter turns 100, the first former president to do so
Former President Jimmy Carter has defied the odds in hospice care and reached his 100th birthday.
Dockworkers begin strike at East and Gulf Coast ports
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Pete Rose, MLB legend who was banned for gambling, dies at 83
Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's all-time hit leader who was later banned for betting on games, has died.
2 "crude" explosive devices found at Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa
Two explosive devices were discovered at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday and Monday, prompting partial evacuations, the police said.
Dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports steaming toward a strike
Thousands of dockworkers at more than a dozen ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coasts are poised to walk off the job on Tuesday.
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Dockworkers begin strike at East and Gulf Coast ports
Thousands of dockworkers at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts went on strike in search of higher pay and better job security in the face of automation.
Dockworkers at East and Gulf Coast ports steaming toward a strike
Thousands of dockworkers at more than a dozen ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coasts are poised to walk off the job on Tuesday.
What are Tim Walz's economic policies? Here's a look at his record.
As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation. Here are the economic issues to listen for at the debate.
Shrimp farmers in Asia exploited by U.S. supermarkets, analysis finds
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Harris and Trump talk about insulin cost, but a law Walz signed does more
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law in 2020 that goes further to cut costs than other state laws. Now, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are vying for support from people with diabetes.
Jimmy Carter turns 100, the first former president to do so
Former President Jimmy Carter has defied the odds in hospice care and reached his 100th birthday.
DNC trolls Trump, Vance with digital projections on NYC's Trump Tower
The Democratic National Committee will once again be putting projections on a Trump Tower about the Trump-Vance ticket ahead of the vice presidential debate.
What are Tim Walz's economic policies? Here's a look at his record.
As Minnesota's governor, Tim Walz created the largest state Child Tax Credit in the nation. Here are the economic issues to listen for at the debate.
Judge rules Georgia's abortion ban unconstitutional
The ruling means abortions in Georgia will be permitted to take place up to around 22 weeks, instead of a much earlier limit.
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Harris and Trump talk about insulin cost, but a law Walz signed does more
Gov. Tim Walz signed a law in 2020 that goes further to cut costs than other state laws. Now, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are vying for support from people with diabetes.
Home hospice care in the spotlight as Jimmy Carter turns 100
The vast majority of hospice patients choose to receive care at home, like 98-year-old Joan Prum of Connecticut — and former President Jimmy Carter.
The biggest health risks from Hurricane Helene flooding
Hurricane Helene's massive rains and flooding is a major health and safety risk for residents exposed to potential waterborne illnesses and other dangers.
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Embattled Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre to resign
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
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More than 20 feared dead in school bus fire in Thailand
A bus carrying young students with their teachers caught fire in suburban Bangkok on Tuesday and more than 20 of those on board were feared dead, officials and rescuers said.
Shigeru Ishiba elected as Japan's next prime minister by Parliament
Japan's parliament formally elected Shigeru Ishiba as the country's prime minister to replace Fumio Kishida, whose administration was rocked by scandals.
Same-sex foster parents raising flamingo chick at San Diego Zoo
Dads are on duty at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, where a pair of flamingo foster parents are raising a chick together.
Israel begins "targeted" ground operation in southern Lebanon
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localized" ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.
Shrimp farmers in Asia exploited by U.S. supermarkets, analysis finds
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
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From the archives: Kris Kristofferson
Singer, songwriter and actor Kris Kristofferson died on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at age 88. In this "Sunday Morning" interview originally broadcast on February 5, 2006, Kristofferson talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about his remarkable road to fame – from writing a hit for Johnny Cash, to first hearing a recording of Janis Joplin singing his song "Me and Bobby McGee" after her death, to sharing a bathtub with Barbra Streisand in "A Star Is Born.
Gloria Estefan on how $42 million commitment to end paralysis began
After surviving a 1990 bus crash that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated over $42 million to paralysis research.
Oasis announces North America reunion tour dates in 2025
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Ta-Nehisi Coates on the power of stories
Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message," and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.
Gloria Estefan on mission to cure paralysis
After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.
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Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The science of how planes remain in the air
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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.
Expert on how AI is manipulating reality
With the rapid spread of AI-generated deepfakes, experts are sounding the alarm about their influence on society and elections. Laurie Segall, founder of Mostly Human Media, shares tips on how to spot what's real and what's not.
California governor vetoes first-in-nation AI safety bill
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a landmark bill aimed at establishing first-in-the-nation safety measures for large artificial intelligence models.
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How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
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.
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Trump golf course plot not guilty plea
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
NYC Mayor Adams asks court to dismiss bribery charge
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is asking a judge to dismiss one of the five federal corruption charges against him.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
Did a former Idaho state trooper use his training to stage his wife's death?
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
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SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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.
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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.
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.
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?
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Masdar City is driving Abu Dhabi's Falcon Economy and sustainable future. As a free zone and real estate developer, the City is a global hub for innovation, attracting industry leaders in energy, life sciences, agri-tech, space tech, mobility, and AI.
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Spotlight on hospice as Jimmy Carter turns 100
He's already the oldest former president in the U.S. but tomorrow, Jimmy Carter will make more history when he turns 100. For the last 19 months, the 39th president has been in home hospice care. In "Eye on America," Dr. Jon LaPook examines how home hospice is evolving to serve America's growing elderly population.
Dockworker strike would have major economic impact
A dockworker strike is threatening America's Atlantic ports, and if you're looking for a safe harbor, there may not be one. If the walkout goes on for more than a few days, consumers could start feeling the impact. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Examining Helene's financial aftermath
Moody's Analytics predicts Hurricane Helene will cause $15 to $26 billion in property damage alone, and AccuWeather estimates the total damage and economic loss could cost up to $110 billion. These figures would make Helene one of the most expensive storms in the country's history. Mark Friedlander, spokesperson for the Insurance Information Institute, joins CBS News to explain how the natural disaster will impact home insurance prices.