Suozzi appears to be Democrats' choice for Santos' congressional seat
Suozzi on Wednesday met with Gov. Kathy Hochul, because he needed her endorsement to run in the special election.
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Biden presses Congress to pass Ukraine aid
President Joe Biden held a press conference urging Congress to pass supplemental funds for Ukraine's war against Russia. Mr. Biden also said he is willing to work across the aisle on border control. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest from the White House before a test vote expected in Capitol Hill later Wednesday.
Kevin McCarthy announces retirement
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the Republican representative from California's 20th district, has announced he will retire at the end of December. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill on how the House Republican majority will be affected by his announcement.
Congress stalls on immigration policy negotiations
Bipartisan negotiations in Congress on immigration policy are stalling in the Senate. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains why.
Former top staffer has advice for ex-congressman George Santos
Naysa Woomer, the disgraced Republican's former communications director, advised Santos to own up to all his reported lies.
What Rep. Santos' removal means for House GOP
The House voted to expel New York Republican Rep. George Santos on Friday. It's only the sixth time in history a member has been expelled. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on the political fallout.
Who will fill Santos' open House seat?
The locks on George Santos' former office on Capitol Hill were changed just hours after he was expelled from Congress in a historic vote. So who takes his seat? CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
George Santos expelled from Congress
Embattled Republican Rep. George Santos was expelled from Congress Friday after a historic House vote, ending a tenure defined by scandal. Adriana Diaz anchored CBS News' Special Report.
George Santos expelled from Congress in historic House vote
Rep. George Santos is just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled and the first in more than 20 years.
George Santos remains defiant
The House is expected to vote on expeling embattled Congressman George Santos Friday, two weeks after the House Ethics Committee said it found "overwhelming evidence" that he violated federal law. Santos spoke to reporters Thursday morning, threatening that the precedent set by his expulsion would be the undoing of lawmakers in the future. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Johnson: Reservations over expelling Santos
The House is set to vote on expelling Rep. George Santos as soon as this week. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on Speaker Mike Johnson's response to the efforts.
Could Santos survive another expulsion vote?
Congress is preparing to vote again to possibly expel New York Rep. George Santos after a blistering House Ethics Committee report. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains why this round could play out differently from previous expulsion efforts.
Santos could face expulsion vote this week
House Democrats on Tuesday moved to force a vote on the expulsion of GOP Rep. George Santos. The embattled congressman is accused of using campaign funds on Botox and other personal expenditures. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Congress sees growing number of retirements
A significant number of lawmakers are planning to walk away from their careers on Capitol Hill. Nearly 40 members of Congress are leaving at the end of their terms in January 2025. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
When will George Santos face vote to expel?
Rep. Robert Garcia of California is expected to introduce another resolution to expel embattled New York Rep. George Santos this afternoon. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion is following the resolutions to expel Santos as well as reports on the foreign aid talks developing in Capitol Hill.
Santos future, foreign aid in Congress agenda
Lawmakers are back in Capitol Hill and they have three weeks to work on some pending issues before the year ends. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane is following the resolution to expel New York Rep. George Santos, the talks on foreign aid for Israel and Ukraine and who will be leaving the body after the next election.
George Santos says he expects to be expelled
Embattled Rep. George Santos says he expects to be expelled from the House in the days following the Thanksgiving break. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on Santos and efforts by Congress to pass government spending bills.
George Santos says he expects he'll be expelled from Congress
"I have done the math over and over and it doesn't look really good," Rep. George Santos said of his chances of surviving the latest expulsion effort.
GOP candidates campaign ahead of Thanksgiving
Republican presidential candidates are raking in new endorsements before the Thanksgiving holiday. Politico reporter Natalie Allison and WCBS chief political correspondent Marcia Kramer join "America Decides" to discuss the latest developments in the 2024 elections.
House Republicans subpoena prosecutor in Hunter Biden investigation
House Republicans have issued a subpoena to Lesley Wolf, the assistant U.S. attorney in Delaware.
House Speaker Johnson's support of Trump
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with former president Donald Trump Monday for the first time since Johnson took the gavel, a source told CBS News. CBS News political director Fin Gomez has the latest on Johnson's support of Trump.
Republican Celeste Maloy wins Utah special election for Congress' 435th seat
Celeste Maloy will be only the fifth woman in history to represent Utah in the House.
Coping with "Parkinson's on steroids," Rep. Wexton navigates gridlocked Congress
Rep. Jennifer Wexton was diagnosed with a severe variant of Parkinson's Disease earlier this year, forcing her to retire at the end of her term.
Santos faces expulsion push by his own party
The Republican chairman of the House Ethics Committee filed a motion Friday to expel New York Rep. George Santos following the committee's damning report. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
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A massive wildfire burning in Los Angeles has forced tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Other wind-driven blazes were spreading in the region.
Trump seeks Supreme Court's intervention in "hush money" case
The president-elect is set to be sentenced Friday at 9:30 a.m.
Images show Palisades Fire, other blazes ravaging Los Angeles area
Striking images from Los Angeles County show the early extent of damage caused by the Palisades Fire and other wildfires.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
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Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
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Jimmy Carter lies in state at the U.S. Capitol as lawmakers pay respects
Former President Jimmy Carter is being remembered in six days of state funeral events.
Trump won't rule out military action to take control of Greenland as son visits
Greenland's government says Donald Trump Jr. is visiting in a private capacity, so it won't discuss his presence as his father vows to make it part of the U.S.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
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The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
"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.
President Biden says he will become a great-grandfather today
President Biden said he is set to become a great-grandfather on Wednesday with the birth of his eldest granddaughter's first child.
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President Joe Biden designated Thursday, Jan. 9, as a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.
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Verizon settlement: Here's how much some customers are getting
Verizon customers reported receiving settlement payments well below the minimum of $15, as stipulated in agreement.
CFPB sues Experian over "sham investigations" into consumer complaints
Experian accused of violating Fair Credit Reporting Act by reinserting disputed information back into credit reports.
U.S. Defense Department bans Tencent and other Chinese companies
Washington seeks to restrict sharing of advanced technology, deeming it a threat to national security.
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Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
President Biden says he will become a great-grandfather today
President Biden said he is set to become a great-grandfather on Wednesday with the birth of his eldest granddaughter's first child.
Trump seeks Supreme Court's intervention in "hush money" case
Trump's lawyers argued that the justices should step in and pause his sentencing "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the presidency."
DeSantis will take more time to pick Rubio's replacement
DeSantis said he will appoint a Senate seat replacement around Inauguration Day.
U.S. asks court to stop plea agreements in alleged 9/11 architect's case
The Justice Dept filed a motion to stop plea deals from moving forward in the war court in Guantanamo Bay, days before Khalid Sheikh Mohammed was set to plead guilty.
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Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
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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.
Indian officials confirm first cases of HMPV, say "no reason to worry"
Officials in India have confirmed the country's first seven cases of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, which is reportedly surging in neighboring China.
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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.
Police say hiker lost 2 weeks in mountains found in "great condition"
A hiker who got lost in Australia's Snowy Mountains has shocked police by surviving on a couple muesli bars and foraged berries.
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.
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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
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"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
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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.
Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary dies at age 86
Peter Yarrow was a singer-songwriter and a social activist, but he was best known as one-third of the folk-music group Peter, Paul and Mary.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Meta to end fact-checking on its platforms
Mark Zuckerberg announced Tuesday that Meta is ending its fact-checking program for its platforms, which include Instagram and Facebook. President-elect Donald Trump said Tuesday he believed the change might be due to political threats he has made against Zuckerberg and his company in the past. Kelly O'Grady reports.
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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.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
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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.
Image shows IED that was placed in French Quarter by truck attacker
Authorities say the New Orleans truck attacker placed two IEDs in the French Quarter. The photo shows rolls of nails and what appears to be a radio receiver inside a cooler.
Sons of "El Chapo" are negotiating plea deals with U.S. prosecutors
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Louisiana mayor arrested after drug trafficking investigation
Seven people — including Tyrin Truong, mayor of Bogalusa, Louisiana — are facing charges issued in connection with a drug trafficking investigation.
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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
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
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Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
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Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
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