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.
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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.
Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
Actor Jussie Smollett's conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
What do Cabinet members do? Here are the expectations for each role
These are the president's top advisers and the highest-ranked U.S. officials. Here's what they do — and some issues they're likely to face if confirmed by the Senate.
Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
Which Thanksgiving foods can go through airport security?
As record travelers prepare to fly for Thanksgiving, here's what to know about transporting food through TSA checkpoints.
Why the latest bird flu case has experts worried about pandemic potential
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
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What do Cabinet members do? Here are the expectations for each role
These are the president's top advisers and the highest-ranked U.S. officials. Here's what Cabinet members do — and some issues they're likely to face if confirmed by the Senate.
Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
BJ's Wholesale Club hikes membership fees for first time since 2018
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
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BJ's Wholesale Club hikes membership fees for first time since 2018
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
McDonald's to serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here's what it includes.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
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What do Cabinet members do? Here are the expectations for each role
These are the president's top advisers and the highest-ranked U.S. officials. Here's what Cabinet members do — and some issues they're likely to face if confirmed by the Senate.
Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
Alabama set to carry out nation's third nitrogen gas execution
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
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Why the latest bird flu case has experts worried about pandemic potential
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
New cases of bird flu in U.S.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval
Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.
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Iceland volcano flares marking region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
Ancient amulet showing biblical king spearing devil is unearthed
The amulet was found during an ongoing excavation project in Hadrianopolis, an ancient city near Karabük, Turkey.
U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
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Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years
Connie Nielsen opens up about returning as Lucilla in "Gladiator II," reuniting with director Ridley Scott and exploring her character's emotional journey.
Shelby Lynne on how personal struggles and friendships impacted her music
Singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne opens up about her new album and how her friendships helped save her when she thought her recording career could be over.
Malcolm Washington on "The Piano Lesson"
Making his feature directorial debut, Malcolm Washington brings August Wilson's Pulitzer-winning play to the screen with help from his father, Denzel Washington and siblings John David and Katia
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator"
Ahead of the sequel's release, Connie Nielsen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about stepping back into the world of Ridley Scott's epic saga and her character's emotional journey.
Shelby Lynne on her journey and new album
After overcoming years of personal struggles, Grammy winner Shelby Lynne is back with her first album in years. She tells Anthony Mason why her return to recording came as a surprise, even to her.
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Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
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.
Reddit is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
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How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.
Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
Carcass of massive endangered whale washes ashore in Alaska
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
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Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
Alleged New York Stock Exchange terror plot
The FBI has arrested a Florida man who's accused of plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. CBS News New York reporter Allen Devlin has more.
Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Man found guilty for Laken Riley murder
A judge on Wednesday found Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts in the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
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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.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
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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
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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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Disruptor U. I Sunday on 60 Minutes
As contempt for cancel culture and self-censorship on college campuses continues to drive a political divide across the country, Jon Wertheim reports on a new start-up university, the University of Austin. Sunday on 60 Minutes.
More on Hegseth alleged sexual assault
A police report on alleged sexual assault apparently perpetrated by Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's pick for secretary of state, has emerged as lawmakers meet with the president-elect's nominee. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Russia responds to Ukraine missile use
Russia launched a barrage of missiles toward Ukraine as a response to Kyiv's use of American-made and supplied long-range missiles known as ATACMS. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more on the worrying escalation.
Hegseth on sexual assault allegations
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, is responding to a sexual assault allegation detailed in a 2017 California police report. CBS News Confirmed's Rhona Tarrant breaks down what's known about the alleged abuse.
Impact of Gaetz pick in foreign affairs
The role of the attorney general has serious implications on the world stage and in matters of national security. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd breaks down the global reactions to Matt Gaetz's nomination by President-elect Donald Trump.