Peggy Noonan reflects on a "troubled, frayed" America
The Wall Street Journal columnist talks about her new book, "A Certain Idea of America," and why she believes Ronald Reagan would not recognize the Republican Party of Donald Trump.
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Book excerpt: "A Certain Idea of America" by Peggy Noonan
In her new collection of Wall Street Journal columns, Pulitzer Prize-winner Peggy Noonan writes about the history and character of our nation, threats to the social fabric, and the "better angels" of our democracy.
Behind the Comey firing
Does the Comey firing undermine American public trust? Peggy Noonan, Jeffrey Goldberg, David Ignatius and Ben Domenech break down the controversial firing of FBI Director James Comey.
Peggy Noonan on inaugural addresses
Columnist and speechwriter discusses the weight of history on presidential speeches
Final election strategy
CBS News' election night political panel will feature contributors Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie and Mark Leibovich. On the eve of the election, they tell Charlie Rose what they make of the candidates' closing strategies.
Noonan on 2016
After a week when chatter on the campaign trail focused on fat-shaming comments from 1996 and Clinton's recovery from pneumonia, CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins CBSN to discuss the state of the 2016 race.
Peggy Noonan on 2016 campaign
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the role of newspaper endorsements in the 2016 campaign and Donald Trump's tweet firestorm about former Miss Universe Alicia Machado and Hillary Clinton.
Peggy Noonan on Trump
The Wall Street Journal's Peggy Noonan says the alleged link between Donald Trump's campaign manager and Russian interests in Ukraine is a "disturbing" realization. Noonan joins CBSN to discuss the state of the 2016 election.
Peggy Noonan On Politics
Peggy Noonan from The Wall Street Journal discusses Hillary Clinton's email probe and its impact on the 2016 presidential race.
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning"
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss House Speaker Paul Ryan's upcoming meeting with presumptive GOP nominee Donald Trump, and what her Republican friends are saying about Trump behind closed doors.
On Sunday, Ted Cruz accused Donald Trump of attacking his wife to distract from his foreign policy
The fight between the Republican leaders over their wives is still making headlines. On Sunday, Ted Cruz accused Donald Trump of attacking his wife to distract from his foreign policy. CBS News contributor and Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh in on how the trade of insults impacts the GOP rivals' appeal to women voters and Trump's foreign policy stances.
Peggy Noonan was a special assistant and speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan and Leslie Stahl covered the Reagan White House
Former first lady Nancy Reagan died Sunday at the age of 94. Peggy Noonan, CBS News contributor and Wall Street Journalist columnist who was a special assistant and speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan, and Lesley Stahl, "60 Minutes" correspondent who covered the Reagan White House, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss Mrs. Reagan's legacy and impact on the country.
Peggy Noonan on Trump vs. the Clintons, Sanders' new strategy
Noonan explains why politics is a "game of addition," and which candidates may be playing it right or wrong
Donald Trump has declared Bill Clinton "fair game" as he takes on Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton
Donald Trump has declared Bill Clinton "fair game" as he takes on Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton. CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to break down what this could mean for the future of Trump and Clinton's campaigns. She also discusses whether Trump has the staying power to win the Iowa caucuses and Bernie Sanders can appeal to Trump supporters.
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins “CBS This Morning"
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins “CBS This Morning" to preview Tuesday night's Republican presidential debate in Las Vegas.
Peggy Noonan on Trump's "form of blackmail," GOP's struggle
Trump is strategically reminding the Republican party about his lead and how he is resonating with anxious Americans
Reagan speechwriter Peggy Noonan on career and politics
Best-selling author discusses Reagan's famous speech about the Challenger disaster, 2016 politics, and her new book
Noonan joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her ninth book, “The Time of Our Lives,” a collection of her essays, columns and speeches
Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan is one of the most well-known voices in American politics. She got her start at CBS News as a producer and writer, then became a speechwriter for President Ronald Reagan. The best-selling author helped Reagan find the words on monumental days like when the space shuttle Challenger exploded. Noonan joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her ninth book, “The Time of Our Lives,” a collection of her essays, columns and speeches.
Sunday: Marco Rubio, Paul Ryan, and Steny Hoyer
Tune in for the latest news on the shifting contours of the 2016 campaign and the new leadership in the House of Representatives
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh in on what it means for the election
Sen. Ted Cruz became the first Republican candidate to enter the presidential race. Wall Street Journal columnist and CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh in on what it means for the election.
President Obama sharply criticized the address, while some members of Congress gave Netanyahu 26 standing ovations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received mixed reviews after his address on Tuesday. President Obama sharply criticized the address, while some members of Congress gave Netanyahu 26 standing ovations. CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" with her take on the controversy.
CBS News contributor and Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning"
From Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul to Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, the political debate over the measles vaccine is not dying down among potential presidential hopefuls. CBS News contributor and Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the politics of vaccination.
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel talks with Gayle King about HBO’s “Silicon Valley"
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel talks with Gayle King about HBO’s “Silicon Valley.” Gayle welcomes Ken Burns and Peggy Noonan to the Toyota Green Room.
The latest on the negotiations over Syrian chemical weapons. Plus, a panel of experts
The latest on the negotiations over Syrian chemical weapons with CBS News' Margaret Brennan and Elizabeth Palmer, Sens. Bob Corker, R-Tenn., and Carl Levin, D-Mich., former Secretary of State Madeline Albright, and a panel of experts.
Miss the second half of the show? Catch the latest on immigration and news from the hill, plus our panel
Miss the second half of the show? Watch Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla., Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Penn., and Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., discuss immigration and the latest news from the Hill. Then, Peggy Noonan, Bobby Ghosh, John Harris and David Sanger look at the news of the week abroad and at home.
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
RFK assassination files being released by Trump administration
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Mistakenly deported Abrego Garcia meets with Maryland senator in El Salvador
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who immigration officials admitted was deported by error to El Salvador.
2 killed, 6 injured in FSU mass shooting; suspect in custody
Law enforcement said the suspected shooter is the 20-year-old son of a Leon County sheriff's deputy and a student at FSU.
Video shows Idaho officers fatally shoot teen seconds after arriving
Victor Perez had autism, cerebral palsy and was nonverbal, though there is no indication the responding officers were aware of that.
"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
4 people killed in cable car accident in southern Italy
A cable car accident on a mountain near Naples left at least four people dead and one critically injured, according to officials in southern Italy.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
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What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
Power restored to nearly all customers in Puerto Rico after blackout
The blackout hit Puerto Rico as the largely Catholic residents of the U.S. territory prepared to celebrate the Easter weekend.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
Is the stock market open today on Good Friday?
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
Honda to shift Civic Hybrid production to U.S. from Japan
Rated as one of the top 10 most popular cars sold in the U.S. in 2024, the Civic model is currently sourced in both countries.
Can the IRS strip Harvard of its tax-exempt status? Here's what to know.
President Trump has suggested stripping Harvard of its tax-exempt status, a step that experts say would be unusual and face legal challenges.
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Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
RFK assassination files being released by Trump administration
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Federal judge temporarily limits DOGE access to Social Security data
A federal judge has imposed new restrictions on the Department of Government Efficiency's access to Social Security systems that hold personal data on millions of Americans.
NSC rebuilding with aides aligned with MAGA agenda, sources say
The White House is starting to rebuild the National Security Council with aides top officials believe are staunchly aligned with President Trump's agenda.
Mistakenly deported Abrego Garcia meets with Maryland senator in El Salvador
Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen says he met Thursday with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who immigration officials admitted was deported by error to El Salvador.
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
FDA making plans to end its routine food safety inspections, sources say
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
GLP-1 pill shows success for diabetes, weight loss, Eli Lilly says
Eli Lilly and Co., the maker of Zepbound and Mounjaro, announced a successful Phase 3 trial for a once-daily GLP-1 pill for diabetes and weight loss.
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Tomb filled with skulls, bones of 24 battle victims discovered in Peru
The remains found at the site were wrapped in textiles and buried with honor, researchers said.
"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
World Press Photo for 2025 is of Gaza boy who lost arms in Israeli strike
A "quiet photo that speaks loudly," of a Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli strike, has been selected as the 2025 World Press Photo of the year.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
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"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
How "Adolescence" discusses online misogyny
The Netflix limited series "Adolescence" centers on a young boy who commits an act of violence under the influence of misogynist content online. The show, which is set in the U.K., has reached 120 million views and started a global discussion.
Tom Francis on Broadway spotlight
With Tony nominations just days away, Tom Francis talks to Adriana Diaz about starring with Nicole Scherzinger in the hit revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Skye P. Marshall on career change and working with Kathy Bates on "Matlock"
Skye P. Marshall also worked in the pharmaceutical industry before she pursued acting. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the transition and starring in the legal drama, "Matlock."
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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.
How AI is using facial recognition to help bring lost pets home
A national lost-and-found database run by the nonprofit Petco Love has helped reunite more than 100,000 families with missing animals.
Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules
The ruling involving Google's online ad technology follows a similar case last year in which Google's search engine was declared a monopoly.
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Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
Ancient jawbone found in sea linked to mysterious human ancestors
Relatively little is known about Denisovans, an extinct group of human cousins that interacted with Neanderthals and Homo sapiens.
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Motive sought in deadly FSU mass shooting
Classes at Florida State University are canceled Friday following a mass shooting on the campus in Tallahassee that killed 2 people and injured six others. Police are investigating a motive for the shooting. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more.
Deadly shooting at FSU leaves campus reeling
Crime and safety reporter Anna Schecter joins us with new details after a deadly campus shooting at Florida State University left two dead and six injured. The suspect is in custody.
Menendez brothers' resentencing delayed
After 30 years behind bars, the Menendez brothers are trying to shorten the life sentences they are serving for killing their parents. However, a resentencing hearing scheduled for Thursday was delayed after an appeal by the L.A. district attorney.
Investigation into FSU shooting underway
Students will be allowed to return to Florida State University's campus on Friday, a day after a shooter opened fire, killing two people and injuring six others. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has more from Tallahassee.
Case solved 53 years after mom traveling with daughter found murdered
Forensic genealogy and a DNA profile helped identify a suspect in the case of Phyllis Bailer, an Indiana mother who was murdered in 1972.
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Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
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Aisha Bowe and Amanda Nguyen talk to "CBS Mornings" about how the Blue Origin spaceflight changed them for the better.
Gayle King says she can "take on anything" after space journey
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King, who before her spaceflight admitted that she's a nervous flyer, said she has a new confidence following her journey and revealed if she would do it again.
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Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen said he met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia in El Salvador on Thursday. Van Hollen pushed for the meeting after speculation about the mistakenly deported man's well-being. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Rubio on Russia-Ukraine peace talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration is ready to "move on" in a matter of days if progress isn't made in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Rubio was in Paris on Thursday for talks on the war. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.
Motive sought in deadly FSU mass shooting
Classes at Florida State University are canceled Friday following a mass shooting on the campus in Tallahassee that killed 2 people and injured six others. Police are investigating a motive for the shooting. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more.
How "Adolescence" discusses online misogyny
The Netflix limited series "Adolescence" centers on a young boy who commits an act of violence under the influence of misogynist content online. The show, which is set in the U.K., has reached 120 million views and started a global discussion.