Biden to announce picks for DHS immigration, cybersecurity posts
Absent from his list of DHS appointments is a director for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Watchdog finds widespread mistreatment of immigrants at ICE facility
The Department of Homeland Security's inspector general found that immigrants received poor medical care and excessive punishment for peacefully protesting.
Officials scramble to find housing for migrant children
The Biden administration says it is working on a long-term solution to address the growing number of unaccompanied migrant children arriving at the southern border each day. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Number of unaccompanied migrant children in custody on the rise
As of Friday, 18,000 unaccompanied migrant children were in U.S. custody at the border, and the number continues to grow each day. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke with Lana Zak on CBSN about why the Biden administration hasn't been able to clear the backlog. He also discussed dueling visits to the border by Republican and Democratic lawmakers, and the Biden administration's next move to preserve the DACA program.
DHS Secretary Mayorkas guts Homeland Security Advisory Council
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said in a letter to members that he would "reconstitute the HSAC."
White House responding to southern border
Vice President Harris will lead an effort to work with Mexico and Central American countries to stem the flow of migrants to the southern border. Meanwhile, journalists were offered limited access to a border facility housing migrant children Thursday. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian joins CBSN AM with the latest from El Paso.
Senator Chris Murphy on border facility visit
Senator Chris Murphy, a Democrat from Connecticut, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his visit with DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to a border facility. He also talks about the Biden administration's response to the border crisis and whether there can be a bispartisan solution.
DHS secretary visits border amid influx of asylum seekers
The DHS secretary and four senators visited several facilities, including a processing center for unaccompanied children.
Migrants wait as U.S. faces influx at border
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas refrained from calling the surge of migrants at the U.S. border a "crisis" during a hearing yesterday and defended the Biden administration's efforts to process cases. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal joins CBSN AM with more from the border.
DHS head on situation at Southwest border
The U.S. is on pace to see more migrants at the Southwest border than at any time in the past 20 years - fueling what some are calling a humanitarian crisis. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the surge, and the Biden administration's plans for handling it.
Mayorkas defends Biden's border policies amid surge of migrant children
The DHS chief testified before the House Homeland Security Committee on the challenges at the southern border.
What we learned from hearings on Capitol assault
Several top U.S. intelligence, military and security officials testified before a joint Senate committee hearing on the breakdown of communication surrounding the January 6th attack on the Capitol. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and former California Representative Jane Harman joined CBSN to explain the major takeaways from the hearing.
DHS chief urges patience with "stressful challenge" along border
Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas also announced that migrant families who were separated under the Trump administration will be allowed to reunify in the U.S.
ICE rolls out new guidelines for deportations
The Biden administration issued new guidance Thursday instructing deportation agents to focus on apprehending recent border-crossers and immigrants determined to threaten national security and public safety, and requiring them to seek supervisory approval for other arrests. Nick Miroff, an immigration reporter with The Washington Post, discusses how critics are responding to the new guidance and who is no longer a priority for ICE.
Feds seize more than 11 million fake N95 masks
DHS has notified about 6,000 suspected victims of the massive scam, advising them to check their supplies for the fake respirators.
Ken Cuccinelli on whistleblower accusation
President Joe Biden's Department of Homeland Security is ending a Trump-era union contract with Immigration and Customs Enforcement employees signed by former top official Ken Cuccinelli the day before the inauguration. A whistleblower is accusing Cuccinelli of trying to hamstring the Biden administration's immigration reform efforts. He joins CBSN to respond to the allegations.
DHS scraps Trump-era agreement with ICE officers' union
The Biden administration has sought to change policies at ICE, the agency in charge of immigration arrests and deportations.
Russians outsmarted U.S. cyber defenses in hack
Investigators believe Russia is behind a massive cyber hack that hit several federal agencies, including the Treasury, Commerce, and Justice Departments. Sunday, "60 Minutes" investigates the largest and most sophisticated cybersecurity breach of federal systems in U.S. history.
Super Bowl festivities planned despite COVID
Events for NFL fans in the days leading up to Super Bowl LV are carrying on in Tampa, Florida even amid the coronavirus pandemic. But the league is trying to mitigate health risks with increased safety measures. CBS News' Skyler Henry joins CBSN AM to discuss the changes.
DHS monitors threats ahead of Super Bowl
The Department of Homeland Security says its keeping a close eye on cyber activity in preparation for Super Bowl LV this Sunday in Tampa. Officials say security planning for the event began over a year ago and has evolved since. CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the concerns and how DHS is responding.
U.S. won't expel unaccompanied migrant children, White House says
President Biden ordered his administration to review a CDC order that allows U.S. border officials to swiftly expel migrants without a court hearing.
Biden signs 3 executive orders on immigration
President Biden signed three executive orders on Tuesday that reverse some Trump-era immigration policies. They aim to reunite children and families separated at the border, review current asylum and border policies, and create a clearer path to U.S. citizenship. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the orders.
Senate confirms Alejandro Mayorkas, Pete Buttigieg
The Senate on Tuesday confirmed two more members of President Biden's Cabinet: Alejandro Mayorkas to head the Department of Homeland Security and Pete Buttigieg to lead the Transportation Department. CBSN "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano has more.
Biden delays immigration moves
President Biden plans to undo one of the Trump administration's immigration restrictions as he delays work on others. Krish O'Mara Vignarajah, the president and CEO of the Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the impact of immigration policy changes and the tough road ahead to reunite families separated by the U.S. government.
DHS warns against domestic terrorism
In a rare warning, the Department of Homeland Security is warning that the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol building could encourage future violence. Catherine Herridge reports on the new details and some of the latest charges.
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Pacific Palisades fire burns in Los Angeles, Eaton fire kills 5
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst and Sunset fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Fire hydrants ran dry due extreme demand in Pacific Palisades, officials say
Three large water tanks in the Pacific Palisades area ran out by early Wednesday morning, officials said, reducing water pressure for fire hydrants at higher elevations.
Sunset Fire sparks in Runyon Canyon area of the Hollywood Hills
The fire broke out just after 5:30 p.m. and is said to have burned about 20 acres of vegetation.
Trump claims Jan. 6 rioters didn't have guns, but several admitted they did
A CBS News review shows several Jan. 6 rioters were charged with carrying firearms while they were on the grounds of the Capitol.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Jimmy Carter lies in state at the U.S. Capitol as Americans pay their respects
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Satellite videos show explosive growth of California fires from space
Timelapse footage published by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere shows how the Palisades and Eaton Fires ignited and rapidly grew over the last two days.
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Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
Fire hydrants ran dry due extreme demand in Pacific Palisades, officials say
Three large water tanks in the Pacific Palisades area ran out by early Wednesday morning, officials said, reducing water pressure for fire hydrants at higher elevations.
How to help victims of Southern California wildfires
Nonprofit groups are working to distribute essential supplies to those impacted.
Map shows where air quality is being affected by Los Angeles wildfires
As thousands of acres burn across Southern California, wildfire smoke is causing poor air quality in the region and beyond.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
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Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
Tax refund delays still plague millions of Americans, report says
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Elon Musk's DOGE says it's hiring. Here are the jobs it wants to fill.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's Department of Government Efficiency says it's now hiring. Here's how to apply.
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Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
Trump claims Jan. 6 rioters didn't have guns, but several admitted they did
A CBS News review shows several Jan. 6 rioters were charged with carrying firearms while they were on the grounds of the Capitol.
Photos show Carter funeral procession, lying in state in Capitol Rotunda
Former President Jimmy Carter has been lying in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, the 35th person in American history to receive such an honor.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
Massachusetts law aims to prevent repeat of Steward Health Care crisis
The law is intended to prevent the financial maneuvers Steward used to siphon money away from direct patient care.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
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Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
Weeks before Trump's inauguration, Iran is preparing for potential threats to its nuclear facilities – and for the possible domestic reaction.
Mexico president addresses fentanyl production after Trump's tariff threat
President Claudia Sheinbaum's statement on Mexico's anti-drug campaign follows President-elect Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs over drug trafficking.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
Iran frees Italian journalist held for 3 weeks with no explanation
It's believed that Iran detained Italian journalist Cecilia Sala to use as a bargaining chip for the release of two Iranians held by Italy and the U.S.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
Amazon Books on top reads for 2025
Amazon Books' editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with recommendations to help reset your life in January and become the best version of yourself in 2025.
"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
The Screen Actors Guild Awards nominations canceled an in-person announcement planned for Wednesday morning due to devastating wildfires and winds in the Los Angeles area.
Second man charged in Liam Payne's death surrenders to Argentine police
David Ezequiel Pereyra, 21, surrendered Monday to police in Barracas, south of Buenos Aires.
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Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
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.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced Tuesday that its platforms will eliminate their third-party fact-checking systems. NPR correspondent Shannon Bond joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what that could mean for users moving forward.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
Police should reconsider reselling their used guns, the ATF said, pushing back against a policy linked to over 1,000 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
Cartel threatens to kill famed singer: "Last time you will receive a warning"
Photos of a banner threatening the lives of Natanael Cano and several other artists circulated on social media over the weekend.
Yellowstone Park shooter spewed racist views before attack, prosecutors say
Prosecutors said the gunman expressed white supremacist and antisemitic views before the shooting at Yellowstone National Park.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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California councilwoman on evacuations
L.A. City Councilmember Nithya Raman told CBS News Los Angeles the latest updates on the Sunset Fire burning in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening. She urged anyone in the evacuation order area to leave calmly and immediately. CBS News Los Angeles' Mike Rogers reports on the traffic.
New blaze erupts in Hollywood Hills
Los Angeles Fire Department spokesperson Margaret Stewart called the fire burning in the Hollywood Hills "very dangerous and explosive." She describes the mandatory evacuation zones and ongoing efforts to fight the fires.
Firefighter team briefly runs out of water
A state of emergency was declared in California as multiple wildfires destroyed homes near L.A. and killed at least 5 people. CBS News Los Angeles' Joy Benedict reports that some firefighters ran out of water, but got help from other departments. Rachel Kim interviews a resident looking for "a sign of hope to get over this devastation." Gio Insignares has more on an active fire-fight.
Flames spread along California beachside homes
Video shows five California beachside homes burning furiously on Wednesday evening amid the Los Angeles wildfires. CBS News Los Angeles' Laurie Perez reports on the line of devastation down the coast.
Los Angeles officials give update on fires
Los Angeles officials briefed reporters about the wildfires scorching the area in Southern California. Los Angeles County is under a state of emergency as the flames are upending the lives of tens of thousands who have been forced to abandon their homes.