Pelosi says House will vote on war powers resolution this week
Fellow Democrat Tim Kaine introduced a similar measure in the Senate.
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Washington's reaction to U.S. strike in Iraq
Lawmakers are reacting to a confidential document the White House provided to Congress as part of its formal notification of military action in Iraq, a requirement under the War Powers Act. Meanwhile in the race for 2020, Democratic presidential candidates have announced their fourth quarter fundraising totals. Julia Manchester, political reporter for The Hill, joins CBSN to break it all down in this edition of the Politics Week in Review.
Looking at Trump's year with 20/20 hindsight
President Donald Trump finished 2019 as only the third president in history to be impeached. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy looks back on a rocky year, recapping failures and successes - and looks ahead to what this election year may hold.
Senate Dems call for witnesses in impeachment
Senate Democrats say new revelations about President Trump withholding military aid from Ukraine are a turning point in his impeachment saga. The president tweeted that the Democrats want to avoid a trial to protect former Vice President Joe Biden. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump attacks Pelosi on Twitter over impeachment trial
President Trump took to Twitter to attack House Speaker Nancy Pelosi over her decision to delay sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate. Meanwhile, the White House continues to closely monitor North Korea where Kim Jong Un is holding a meeting with his top political leaders. Ben Tracy reports.
Impeachment at standstill as Pelosi withholds articles
President Trump took to Twitter during the holidays to slam House Speaker Nancy Pelosi for holding up the impeachment process and waiting to send articles to the Senate for trial. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid and The Hill reporter Julia Manchester join CBSN to discuss the latest on impeachment and North Korea's promise of a "Christmas present."
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President Trump spends Christmas in Florida
President Trump is spending Christmas at Mar-a-Lago in Florida with his family, but he can't escape the turmoil of Washington, where an impeachment trial could begin in the new year. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joined CBSN from West Palm Beach with the latest.
Newly released email details Ukraine aid delay
Email from a White House official is shedding light on the timeline of the Trump administration's move to withhold military aid from Ukraine - an issue at the center of President Trump's impeachment. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid joined CBSN AM with how the White House is responding to this development.
Van Hollen: Pelosi doing "exactly the right thing" on impeachment
Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen said the House speaker is right to withhold articles of impeachment to pressure the Senate to allow witnesses at the impeachment trial.
Trump accepts Pelosi's invitation to deliver State of the Union address
Pelosi's invitation comes after the House voted to impeach President Trump on Wednesday.
Lawmakers clash over next steps in impeachment
Congress is headed home for the holidays, leaving plans for an upcoming Senate trial for President Trump's impeachment in limbo. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joined CBSN with more on what congressional leaders on both sides of the aisle are pushing for.
Pelosi and McConnell's impeachment "impasse"
As Democrats consider withholding the materials the Senate would need for an impeachment trial, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is accusing House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of being "too afraid" to present the case. The standoff means the entire impeachment process is in uncharted territory. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump legislative director says president is "baffled" by Pelosi
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, Major Garrett speaks with White House legislative director Eric Ueland about the impeachment of President Trump.
Pelosi and McConnell clash on impeachment
The day after she led the House in the impeachment of President Trump, Nancy Pelosi said she won't send the case to the Senate until Mitch McConnell lays out the rules for a trial. McConnell fired back on Thursday. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
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Pelosi weighs choice of impeachment managers
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she will not select her impeachment managers until Senate Republicans agree to a fair process in the trial. Yahoo News' Alexander Nazaryan joined CBSN to explain Pelosi's thinking and look at who some of the possible managers could be.
Pelosi may hold up Senate impeachment trial
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she may hold off on sending the articles of impeachment to the Senate unless Senator Mitch McConnell can show that the proceedings will be fair. CBS News' Paula Reid, USA Today's Nicholas Wu, and CBSN contributor Keir Dougall joined CBSN to explain what happens next in the impeachment process.
"We are waiting": House urges Senate to act on bills it passed this year
Democrats highlighted dormant legislation on climate change, gun control, health care, immigration and minimum wage.
Pelosi: House will wait to send impeachment articles
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on Thursday that Democrats will hold off on appointing impeachment managers and transmitting articles to the Senate until the upper chamber decides on procedures for a trial. "When we see what they have, we'll know who and how many will be sent over," she told reporters at the Capitol.
Trump impeached. What happens next?
The House of Representatives voted Wednesday night to impeach President Trump for abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN AM to break down the vote and explain what happens next.
What comes next in impeachment process?
Now that the House has voted to impeach President Trump, he will now face a Senate trial, likely in early January. But House Speaker Nancy Pelosi may delay the next phase as Democrats press Senate Republicans over rules for the trial.. CBS News legal analyst Kim Wehle joined CBSN to discuss the next steps.
Impeachment: Special edition of "Red and Blue"
The House of Representatives on Wednesday voted to impeach President Trump. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid, Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes, CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper and CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe join "Red and Blue" to discuss the historic day.
Trump impeached ahead of election year
President Trump has been impeached with less than a year to go until the 2020 election. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns discusses candidates' reactions and has the latest on the upcoming Democratic debate.
Pelosi to announce impeachment managers
Now that the House of Representatives has approved articles of impeachment against President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi will announce who she wants to represent House Democrats during the Senate trial. CBS News' Natalie Brand joins "Red and Blue" for a closer look at what the role of an impeachment manager is.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Trump tariffs could hike prices for many products, including these items
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
Man missing since 1999 found after sister saw him in news article
A woman saw a photo of a man she believed to be her brother who was reported missing in 1999. She was right.
Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter
An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
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Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
Man missing since 1999 found after sister saw him in news article
A woman saw a photo of a man she believed to be her brother who was reported missing in 1999. She was right.
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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
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Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive
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23andMe CEO reveals plans for the company's future
23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki talks to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about the company's recent struggles, welcoming employee feedback and her vision for the future of the genetic-testing and ancestry-tracing company.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
Here's why Trump thinks tariffs are good for the U.S.
President-elect Donald Trump is proposing sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office. Here's why.
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Trump team signs some, but not all, critical transition documents
The Trump transition team has yet to sign key agreements with the Justice Department or General Services Administration, White House officials say.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
After tariff threat, Trump selects Jamieson Greer as U.S. trade representative
If confirmed as trade representative, Jamieson Greer would be responsible for negotiating directly with foreign governments on trade deals and disputes.
Trial of ex-FBI informant indicted for lying about Bidens delayed
Alexander Smirnov, an FBI informant, was accused of lying about President Biden and Hunter Biden and now faces new charges of tax evasion.
Poll: Most say they'll try to avoid political talk at Thanksgiving
Americans are most thankful for family and friends, which may be why they'll try to steer away from politics at Thanksgiving.
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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers
If you're looking forward to a delicious — and safe — Thanksgiving dinner with loved ones, here's how to cook your turkey and keep your leftovers safely.
Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Floods and landslides in Indonesia kill at least 20 people
Torrential rain unleashed flooding and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra island, killing 20 people and leaving at least two others missing.
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Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The Script on loss, resilience in new album
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
Danielle Pinnock talks "Ghosts"
Actor Danielle Pinnock joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role in the hit CBS comedy "Ghosts," where she plays a spirited 1920s jazz singer with plenty of sass.
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Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
The cartel allegedly uses fishing boats to smuggle drugs and migrants — and catch tons of red snapper, a commercially valuable but vulnerable species.
Police officer who Tasered 95-year-old woman convicted of manslaughter
An Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old great-grandmother Clare Nowland in her care home has been found guilty of manslaughter.
LAX airport security seize allegedly meth-caked cow onesie
The Los Angeles County man, who was trying to board a flight to Australia, faces one count of intent to distribute methamphetamine.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
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.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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.
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.
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.
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Thanksgiving travel packs roads, airports
AAA expects nearly 72 million people will drive to their Thanksgiving destination, which is a record setting number of drivers. Gas will be about $.19 cheaper compared to last year. Meanwhile, at the airports the TSA plans to screen 2.9 million flyers Wednesday.
FBI, DHS issue pre-Thanksgiving threat memo
A new memo from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security this week suggests there are concerns over lone wolf attacks and other threats heading into the Thanksgiving holiday. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Checking in on travelers in Chicago, Boston
CBS News Chicago reporter Mugo Odigwe and CBS News Boston reporter Penny Kmitt have reports from their local airports where travelers are trying to make it to their destinations for Thanksgiving. And CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore has a look at the national forecast.
Assessing the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal
The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has taken effect and appears to be holding as people return to their homes in Lebanon. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at the implementation of the agreement.
Escalating gang violence in Haiti
There are reports that the United Nations is evacuating a small number of staff in Haiti as gang violence escalates in Port-au-Prince. More than 40,000 people have been displaced from the capital in the last ten days according to U.N. data. Jacqueline Charles, Haiti/Caribbean correspondent for the Miami Herald, joined CBS News to discuss the situation.