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House clears the way for COVID relief bill vote; Stopping the rise in anti-Asian racism in the U.S.
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House expected to pass COVID relief bill
The House is expected to hold a final vote on President Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill on Wednesday. Los Angeles Times congressional reporter Jennifer Haberkorn joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
House to vote on COVID relief bill this week
The White House is working to shore up support with Congressional Democrats as the House prepares to vote on President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill later this week. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
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House set to vote on COVID relief bill this week; Dr. Jill Biden honoring International Women's Day
House prepares to pass $1.9 trillion relief plan
The Biden administration needs nearly every Democratic vote for the president's $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill. Nancy Cordes shares what the White House is doing to keep Democrats on board.
Forensics report on D.C. pipe bombs
A new forensics report released by the National Explosives Task Force is shedding light on pipe bombs that were placed in Washington D.C. a day before the deadly riot January 6. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details on that plus the ongoing security threats at the Capitol.
9/11 commission leaders say Capitol attack commission must be bipartisan, have subpoena power
A partisan battle is taking shape over an independent commission to investigate the January 6 Capitol attack.
9/11 investigators discuss Capitol riot probe
An increasingly partisan dispute is taking shape in Congress over how to establish a bipartisan commission to investigate the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. Former New Jersey Governor Tom Kean and former Congressman Lee Hamilton led the independent 9/11 commission, which lawmakers hope to use as a model, and they joined CBSN to discuss how lawmakers should structure the investigation into the events of January 6.
Pelosi calls for commission on Capitol riots
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she's working to establish a 9/11-style commission to investigate the deadly assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6 as the Department of Homeland Security anticipates domestic terrorists to pose an increased threat to the government this year. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss the commission and the priorities for the Biden administration now that former President Donald Trump's impeachment has concluded.
Pelosi calls for Capitol riot commission
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling for the establishment of an independent commission to investigate the assault on the U.S. Capitol on January 6th. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden is taking his proposed coronavirus legislation on the road, first stopping in Wisconsin to participate in a CNN town hall. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Pelosi calls for a commission to investigate January 6 attack
The House speaker also said a supplemental appropriation is needed to protect members of Congress.
Pelosi moves to probe Capitol attack
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Monday announced Congress will move to create an independent commission focused on the deadly January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. It will be modeled after the commission that investigated the lead-up to the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and which led to the creation of the director of national intelligence.
Democrats defend impeachment strategy
House impeachment managers are standing by their performance after the Senate voted to acquit former President Trump in his second impeachment trial. Meanwhile, Republicans are split on what Mr. Trump’s influence in the party should be going forward. Skyler Henry reports.
Biden urges Congress to prioritize relief
President Biden is urging Congress to make his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package its top priority. House Democrats hope to send its version of the legislation to the Senate within two weeks. Lori Bettinger, a former director of the Troubled Asset Relief Program under President Obama, joins CBSN for analysis of the package.
Brian Sicknick, officer who died after riot, to lie in honor at Capitol
Sicknick suffered a head injury "while physically engaging with protesters," and later died in the hospital. He was 42.
New calls to protect Congress from violence
The fallout from the January 6 Capitol attack continues to impact lawmakers in Congress. Nikole Killion reports on the latest Democratic calls to remove one newly-elected Republican congresswoman over her past comments about violence and conspiracy theories.
Nancy Pelosi: "The enemy is within" the House of Representatives
The House speaker called out lawmakers attempting to bring guns on the floor of the House and threatening their colleagues with violence.
Pelosi says "the enemy is within" Congress
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said in her weekly press conference Thursday that the House would likely need to pass additional funding for member safety. Her comments come amid reports of members wanting to or trying to bring guns onto the floor of the House, which is prohibited. Watch her remarks.
Marjorie Taylor Greene faces backlash
Freshman Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is facing growing criticism after a video resurfaced showing her confronting Parkland shooting survivor David Hogg. She has spread conspiracy theories and also posted messages in the past threatening violence against prominent Democrats. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN with more.
Reports reveal Trump's plan to overturn election
New reports surfaced over the weekend surrounding former President Trump's plans to attempt to invalidate President Biden's election victory. According to the Wall Street Journal, Mr. Trump pressed the Justice Department to go directly to the Supreme Court to try to overturn the results. CBS News has also confirmed a New York Times report that the former president considered ousting then-acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen. CBS News legal expert and analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss the significance of these reports, and what it could mean for the former president's upcoming impeachment trial.
Dr. Deborah Birx on politics of the pandemic
In her first interview since leaving the White House, Dr. Deborah Birx, former White House coronavirus response coordinator, reflects on her time at the Trump White House, the politics of the pandemic and more.
Senate to get Trump impeachment article Monday
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will send the article of impeachment for former President Trump to the Senate on Monday, putting plans in motion for his second impeachment trial. CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall joined CBSN to discuss what comes next.
Senate awaits impeachment charge
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she will soon send former president Trump's impeachment charge to the Senate. The Senate is also in the process of confirming President Biden's cabinet nominees. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest with the impeachment trial and President Biden's nominees.
Hearings start for Biden's cabinet nominees
The Senate is kicking off a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings Tuesday for President-elect Joe Biden's top cabinet nominees. Lawmakers will question his picks to lead the Departments of State, Treasury, Homeland Security and Defense along with the director of national intelligence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from Wilmington, Delaware with more on the hearings, the upcoming impeachment trial and the new administration's expected first moves.
Woman investigated for allegedly stealing Pelosi's computer surrenders
A caller who identified themselves as the former partner of Riley Williams told authorities that she planned to give the device to a friend who would sell it to Russia's foreign intelligence service, a claim that authorities are investigating but have not yet confirmed.
Dow plunges more than 1,600 points as stocks recoil from tariff shock
Nasdaq also sinks more than 1,000 points as investors fret over the potential economic impact of President Trump's latest tariffs.
Trump National Security Council staffers purged, U.S. officials say
One source said the firings come after Laura Loomer presented President Trump with opposition research on NSC staffers she views as neoconservatives or not sufficiently loyal to him.
Judge likely to begin contempt proceedings over deportation flights
A federal judge said he's likely to begin contempt proceedings against government for failing to answer questions about deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.
RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the CDC's lead poisoning program will be reinstated.
Trump plans to freeze $510 million for Brown University
Brown said it was unaware of "these rumors."
Elon Musk will remain adviser to Trump even after DOGE work concludes, Vance says
On Air Force One on Thursday, President Trump said Elon Musk can stay "as long as he'd like," but he added there will be a point when "Elon's gotta have to leave."
Pentagon watchdog to evaluate Hegseth's use of Signal
The Pentagon inspector general's office said it would evaluate Hegseth's use of Signal to discuss strikes against the Houthis.
Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
Tornadoes and violent winds cause deadly damage in South and Midwest
Tornadoes and violent winds flattened homes and ripped apart buildings from Oklahoma to Indiana.
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A majority-Black neighborhood went over 150 years without a hospital, until now
In November 2024, Norton West became the first hospital to open in Louisville's majority-Black West End neighborhood in more than 150 years.
RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the CDC's lead poisoning program will be reinstated.
Trump plans to freeze $510 million for Brown University
Brown said it was unaware of "these rumors."
Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
Judge likely to begin contempt proceedings over deportation flights
A federal judge said he's likely to begin contempt proceedings against government for failing to answer questions about deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.
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Here's what economists are saying about Trump's tariffs
Economists say that President Trump's wide-ranging new tariffs raise the risk of a recession or stagflation.
Uncertainty for federal workers fired then rehired: "What a mess"
Thousands of probationary employees were rehired by federal agencies after lawsuits challenging the legality of their terminations. But many of them still aren't working.
Ford offers employee pricing to car shoppers as auto tariffs kick in
Ford rolls out employee pricing promotion as new 25% tariffs on U.S. auto imports take effect.
Stellantis to pause production at Windsor plant, lay off 900 workers in Midwest
Jeep-maker Stellantis is idling production at plants in Canada and Mexico and will temporarily lay off 900 workers in the Midwest.
Trump's tariffs target remote Australian territory inhabited by penguins
The Trump administration hit the remote Australian territory Heard Island and McDonald Islands with a 10% tariff, but no humans inhabit the islands.
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RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the CDC's lead poisoning program will be reinstated.
Trump plans to freeze $510 million for Brown University
Brown said it was unaware of "these rumors."
Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
Judge likely to begin contempt proceedings over deportation flights
A federal judge said he's likely to begin contempt proceedings against government for failing to answer questions about deportation flights under the Alien Enemies Act.
Dr. Oz confirmed to head agency that oversees Medicare and Medicaid
The Senate confirmed Dr. Mehmet Oz is a party line 53-45 vote to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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A majority-Black neighborhood went over 150 years without a hospital, until now
In November 2024, Norton West became the first hospital to open in Louisville's majority-Black West End neighborhood in more than 150 years.
RFK Jr. says 20% of health agency layoffs could be mistakes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said the CDC's lead poisoning program will be reinstated.
Federal judge temporarily blocks $11 billion in cuts to public health funding
A judge in Rhode Island on Thursday blocked $11 billion in public health funding while a lawsuit from 23 states and D.C. plays out.
RFK Jr. cuts CDC labs investigating STD and hepatitis outbreaks
CDC officials are warning of delays and disruptions due to cuts to laboratory staff.
Hailey Okula, nurse influencer, dies from childbirth complications
Hailey Okula, a 33-year-old known online as "Nurse Hailey," died after giving birth to her first child, a son named Crew. She had dealt with infertility for almost two years.
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Trump's tariffs target remote Australian territory inhabited by penguins
The Trump administration hit the remote Australian territory Heard Island and McDonald Islands with a 10% tariff, but no humans inhabit the islands.
New search for MH370 suspended just weeks after it got underway
Malaysia says the latest hunt for missing flight MH370 has been suspended after less than 6 weeks, as "it's not the season" to scour the Indian Ocean.
Rare life-sized statues of toga-clad couple found in Pompeii tomb
The couple may have been married, and the woman appears to have been a priestess, researchers said.
BBC News sneaks in to reveal devastation as Myanmar quake toll tops 3,000
Myanmar's military rulers have kept journalists out since the devastating earthquake, so CBS News' partners at the BBC went undercover to reveal the scale of the disaster.
Stocks slide around the world as investors recoil from Trump tariffs
U.S. financial markets look set to crater in early as trade, with Dow future down nearly 1,300 points.
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Aisha Bowe on her journey from community college to rocket scientist
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe opens up about joining the historic all-female Blue Origin space flight.
Bruce Springsteen releasing "Lost Albums" with songs never heard before
Bruce Springsteen announced "Tracks II: The Lost Albums" will feature seven full-length albums that were never released from 1983-2018.
Deborah Norville on leaving "Inside Edition"
Deborah Norville, the longest-serving female anchor in American TV history, says this will be her final season at "Inside Edition." She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about what's next after three decades on the show.
Tucker Wetmore on debut album
Fresh off his first No. 1 hit and ACM nomination, Tucker Wetmore talks to "CBS Mornings Plus" about his journey to a billion streams and what fans can expect from "What Not To."
Nintendo Switch 2 unveiled
The next generation of Nintendo gaming is here. Tech expert Bridget Carey joins us to break down what to know about the Switch 2 ahead of its June 5 release and why it's already a must-have for Millennials and Gen Z.
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Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
Nintendo has unveiled its next console, the Switch 2. Washington Post reporter Gene Park joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new user experience, the price and possible security concerns.
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
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.
What to know about RedNote
CBS News Confirmed looks at why users are flocking to RedNote, the new Chinese app raising red flags over data privacy and propaganda, as TikTok faces a potential U.S. ban.
Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
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Archaeologists discover mass grave from Roman Empire-era battle
Experts at the Vienna Museum provided a public presentation of the mass grave this week, which had the bodies of more than 100 people.
Astronauts on unexpected 9-month space mission
Originally scheduled for just 8 days aboard the International Space Station, the two astronauts spent over 9 months in orbit due to delays with their Boeing Starliner return. Now back on Earth, they share how they coped, what they missed most, and how the mission unexpectedly became political.
Icelandic volcano erupts, shutting down popular tourist attraction
Authorities in Iceland were forced by a new volcanic eruption to evacuate dozens of homes and shut down the hugely popular Blue Lagoon tourist attraction.
SpaceX's Fram2 launch sends civilian crew into flight around Earth's poles
The international all-civilian Fram2 crew is the first in space history to fly to orbit with no licensed pilot or trained astronaut on board.
Ancient wasp snatched prey like Venus flytrap, scientists say
"I've seen a lot of strange insects, but this has to be one of the most peculiar-looking ones I've seen in a while," said one entomologist.
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Man wanted for murder breaks leg trying to flee from U.S. Marshals
Charles Ray Blevins, 38, allegedly shot and killed a man while on parole in 2019.
What to know about federal executions as DOJ seeks death penalty for Mangione
Each death penalty case is authorized by the DOJ headquarters in Washington, D.C., in consultation with local U.S. Attorney offices, who prosecute the cases.
Man accused of trying to kill Kavanaugh intends to plead guilty, court docs show
Nicholas Roske was found outside Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's home with a gun and a knife in 2022.
Adams reacts to judge dismissing case
New York City Mayor Eric Adams touted a judge's decision to dismiss his federal corruption case with prejudice. Adams faced several counts of bribery, conspiracy and campaign finance violations. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Fugitive leader of notorious Ecuador drug gang is indicted in U.S.
José Adolfo Macías Villamar — known as "Fito" — has led Los Choneros and its "network of assassins and drug and weapon traffickers" since at least 2020, federal prosecutors said.
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Aisha Bowe on her journey from community college to rocket scientist
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe opens up about joining the historic all-female Blue Origin space flight.
Aisha Bowe prepares for liftoff
Aisha Bowe, a former NASA rocket scientist and tech founder, will become the first person of Bahamian heritage to travel to space. She joins Gayle King and an all-female Blue Origin crew launching April 14 and joins "CBS Mornings' to talk about how she is preparing.
"City-killer" asteroid has slim chance of striking moon, experts say
The 2024 YR4 asteroid has a near-zero chance of striking Earth, but a slim chance of hitting the moon, new research says.
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope releases its first images
The first images captured by NASA's SPHEREx space telescope showed tens of thousands of stars and galaxies.
Wilmore, Williams on space stay
Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are sharing more details about their experience in space aboard the International Space Station after their time in Boeing's Starliner capsule. CBS News' Mark Strassmann spoke to the pair about their journey.
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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.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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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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Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Hurricane predictions come amid NOAA layoffs
The latest hurricane forecast from Colorado State University is predicting at least four major hurricanes this season. That comes as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reels from massive budget cuts. Rob Marciano reports.
Deadly storms roll through Tennessee
Multiple people are dead after a storm brought tornadoes and relentless rain across the U.S. Wednesday. Nicole Valdes has more.
World reacts to Trump's mass tariffs
Markets dipped around the world Thursday as countries came to grips with President Trump's announcement of mass tariffs. Ramy Inocencio reports from London and Maurice Obstfeld, senior fellow at the Peterson Institute for International Economics, joins "CBS Evening News" with analysis.
Neighborhood gets first hospital in 150 years
A Louisville woman is being honored for helping to open the first hospital in over 150 years in the city's majority-Black West End neighborhood. James Brown reports.
Tornado risk continues in central U.S.
Severe weather is being blamed for at least seven deaths Wednesday night in the South and Midwest. Rob Marciano has a look at the forecast and Omar Villafranca reports on the damage in Arkansas.