Bloomberg taking steps to enter presidential race as a Democrat
Bloomberg has dispatched aides to Alabama to file paperwork in the state to run as a Democrat
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Bloomberg considering entering 2020 race
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg is taking steps to enter the 2020 Democratic presidential campaign. Bloomberg, 77, has dispatched aides to Alabama to file paperwork in the state to run as a Democrat. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Bloomberg takes steps toward 2020 presidential run
The former New York mayor has dispatched aides to Alabama to file paperwork in the state to run as a Democrat
Sessions to run for former Senate seat
Sean Sullivan, CBSN political contributor and national politics reporter for the Washington Post, joins "Red & Blue" to discuss the news of former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's plan to join the Democratic field of presidential hopefuls — and former Attorney General Jeff Sessions set to run for his old Senate seat.
Bloomberg talks 2020 field & impeachment
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan provides more details on her conversation with the billionaire philanthropist and former New York City mayor.
Bloomberg has "reservations" about 2020 field
"This country is in real trouble, we need somebody to pull people together," Michael Bloomberg warned while discussing the 2020 race and Washington policies with CBS News' Margaret Brennan.
Bloomberg says he has "reservations" on current 2020 field
Bloomberg spoke with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan on his plans for 2020 and the impeachment inquiry against Trump
Corporations and guns: How companies are reshaping the gun control debate
While Congress and the White House have resisted increasing restrictions on gun purchases, companies like Dick's Sporting Goods and Walmart are now taking the lead in curtailing sales of firearms or ammunition
How corporations are addressing guns
While Congress and the White House have resisted laws to increase restrictions on gun purchases, companies are taking the lead in curtailing sales of firearms or ammunition, or in restricting customers from openly carrying guns in their stores. Lee Cowan talks with the CEO of Dick's Sporting Goods, Ed Stack, who has pulled some guns from his stores' shelves; former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who helped form the non-profit Everytown for Gun Safety; and with gun advocate Dianna Muller, who is against unelected corporate figures making gun policy in America.
Climate advocates share 3 things you can do to help the Earth
Teen climate activist Greta Thunberg says we need a "system change" – but there's still lots you can do to help
Michael Bloomberg rips FDA for teen vaping epidemic
The billionaire philanthropist is pledging $160 million to the fight against vaping and flavored e-cigarettes
Bloomberg rips FDA for teen vaping epidemic
The fight against teen vaping and flavored e-cigarettes just got a $160 million boost from Michael Bloomberg. Bloomberg Philanthropies revealed Tuesday morning that it's funding a new program aimed at ending the epidemic of vaping, following a new study that found flavor was the reason most young adults said they started using e-cigarettes. The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids will coordinate the push. In their first TV interview, Bloomberg and the president of the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, Matthew Myers, discuss the FDA's role in regulating e-cigarettes, why they are targeting flavored e-cigarette first and how they plan to use the $160 million.
Bloomberg "optimistic" on background checks
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg joined Margaret Brennan to discuss gun violence, recent mass shootings and the 2020 race.
Open: This is "Face the Nation"
This week on "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan talks with Rep. Steve Scalise, former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and 2020 presidential candidates Sens. Bernie Sanders, Michael Bennet and Kirsten Gillibrand.
8/11: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan talks with Rep. Steve Scalise, former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and 2020 presidential candidates Sens. Bernie Sanders, Michael Bennet and Kirsten Gillibrand.
Full interview: Michael Bloomberg on "Face the Nation"
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg joins "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss gun violence prevention efforts and the 2020 race at a presidential gun safety forum in Des Moines, Iowa.
Transcript: Michael Bloomberg on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg airing Sunday, August 11, 2019, on "Face the Nation"
Michael Bloomberg holds off on 2020 endorsement
Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg tells Margaret Brennan he is holding off on endorsing any of the current 2020 candidates in an interview to air Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Bloomberg holds off on 2020 endorsement
"I want to elect people that have demonstrated ability to do things and a desire that even when it was unpopular, to go and do the right thing," Bloomberg said
Bloomberg says Trump's words encourage white supremacist violence
In an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan, Bloomberg also said Trump "encourages racism"
Michael Bloomberg on Trump's rhetoric
Former New York City Mayor and "Everytown for Gun Safety" founder Michael Bloomberg discusses President Trump's rhetoric as it relates to mass shootings in an interview with Margaret Brennan that will air Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Bloomberg to put $500M into closing all coal plants by 2030
The former New York City mayor slammed politicians who promise to mitigate climate change by 2050
Howard Schultz says a far-left Democrat could re-elect Trump
Schultz also addressed Bloomberg's decision not to run in the Democratic primary
Trump & Democrats fight over taxes, investigations
President Trump said Tuesday that Democrats should be focused on legislating instead of investigating him. Tierney Sneed, a reporter for Talking Points Memo, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments and the rest of Tuesday's political headlines.
Bloomberg not running in 2020
Billionaire and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg says he will not run for president in 2020. He announced he will instead focus on a clean energy initiative. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBSN political contributor Lynda Tran join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down what this means for the Democratic field.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
Banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grappled with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
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More Democrats join wave of lawmakers calling on Biden to drop out
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Russian court sentences U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich to prison
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What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
Journalist ordered to pay $5,500 for mocking Italian leader's height
The judge ruled that two social media posts targeting Meloni by journalist Giulia Cortese amounted to "body shaming."
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
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Man picking berries in Montana kills grizzly bear in self-defense
A 72-year-old man killed a grizzly bear in Flathead County, Montana after it attacked him while he was out picking berries.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
Microsoft outage shuts down Starbucks' mobile ordering app
Starbuck's mobile order ahead and pay features are down. Here's what the company is doing to restore them.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
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Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
Microsoft outage shuts down Starbucks' mobile ordering app
Starbuck's mobile order ahead and pay features are down. Here's what the company is doing to restore them.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
How the rise of AI is straining the U.S. power grid
Experts say the increasing demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit a record high this year.
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
Secret Service chief to testify Monday about Trump shooting
The House Oversight Committee refused to push back the date of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's testimony.
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Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Isabella Strahan says she is cancer-free
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At Trump's GOP Convention, there's little to be heard on health care
Republicans were once the party of Obamacare repeal and abortion opposition. They've said little about either issue in Milwaukee.
Recalled gummies contained illegal controlled substance, testing finds
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Journalist ordered to pay $5,500 for mocking Italian leader's height
The judge ruled that two social media posts targeting Meloni by journalist Giulia Cortese amounted to "body shaming."
At least 40 migrants dead after boat catches fire off Haiti
The boat, carrying more than 80 people, was en route to the Turks and Caicos Islands, officials said.
July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse.
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Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting
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Shannen Doherty's divorce finalized one day before her death
Shannen Doherty had accused Kurt Iswarienko of prolonging the divorce so he didn't have to pay spousal support.
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How a glitch crippled tech operations worldwide
A flaw in a software update from CrowdStrike, a firm that provides cybersecurity services through Microsoft for half of the Fortune 1000 companies, has caused a major worldwide tech outage. Carter Evans examines exactly what caused the glitch and how it is being fixed.
Outage causes travel chaos, airlines left reeling
A software meltdown caused one of the largest tech outages in modern history, grounding thousands of flights worldwide Friday, stranding travelers and leaving airlines scrambling for answers. Kris Van Cleave reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
How do CrowdStrike, Microsoft move forward?
A global tech outage impacted millions on Friday after a faulty software update was sent from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike to Microsoft clients. CrowdStrike provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices. Dan Ives, managing director and senior equity analyst for Wedbush Securities, joined CBS News to discuss the incident.
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How AI impacts the climate
Experts say the surging demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit record-highs both this year and next year, straining the country's aging power grid and creating more planet-warming emissions. Part of the demand is from a growing number of data centers across the nation and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Climate change is making days longer, according to new research
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Creature that washed up on New Zealand beach may be world's rarest whale
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James Webb Space Telescope captures galaxies merging
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Major cocaine network — led by "The Professor" — busted in Europe
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James Webb Space Telescope captures galaxies merging
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How a glitch crippled tech operations worldwide
A flaw in a software update from CrowdStrike, a firm that provides cybersecurity services through Microsoft for half of the Fortune 1000 companies, has caused a major worldwide tech outage. Carter Evans examines exactly what caused the glitch and how it is being fixed.
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A software meltdown caused one of the largest tech outages in modern history, grounding thousands of flights worldwide Friday, stranding travelers and leaving airlines scrambling for answers. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting
Glass Animals frontman Dave Bayley talks with Anthony Mason about his songwriting process for the band's new album, following up the hit song "Heat Waves" and becoming more confident as a writer.
Trump joined by family onstage to end RNC
Former President Donald Trump was joined onstage by his wife Melania, his children and some of his grandchildren at the end of his speech at the Republican National Convention on Thursday. Red, white, blue and gold balloons fell from the ceiling as the Trump family stood before the crowd in Milwaukee at the conclusion of the event.
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