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Play CBS Video April 15, 2013 | 6:49 AM PDT
Immigration reform battle expected to hit Senate floor
A bipartisan immigration reform bill could be introduced on Tuesday. The bill would address the 11 million immigrants who are living in the U.S. illegally. CBS News' Chip Reid reports.
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Play CBS Video April 15, 2013 | 6:48 AM PDT
Dickerson: Rubio is conservative "bridge" to immigration reform
CBS News political director John Dickerson talks to Charlie Rose and Norah O'Donnell about the busy week ahead for the U.S. Senate in which lawmakers will likely take up legislation on immigration and guns.
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Play CBS Video April 13, 2013 | 9:30 AM PDT
Anti-Thatcher song is a chart-topper in UK
Mourners prepare for Wednesday's funeral of former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, but anti-Thatcher protesters are stealing the limelight, as they propel "Ding Dong The Witch is Dead!" to the top of the UK music charts. Charlie D'Agata reports.
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Play CBS Video April 13, 2013 | 9:17 AM PDT
NRA 500: Gun group's NASCAR sponsorship sparks controversy
The National Rifle Association will sponsor a major NASCAR race in Fort Worth, Texas this weekend, but Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., is calling on the FOX TV network to cancel its live race broadcast. Anna Werner reports.
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April 13, 2013 | 8:34 AM PDT
U.S. gun control: A history of tragedy, legislative action
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley shares a history gun-related tragedies that prompted changes to U.S. gun laws
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Play CBS Video April 13, 2013 | 5:34 AM PDT
The NRA and White House: A history of tragedy and division
As with the current gun control debate, gun control has long been a divisive political issue. Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" with perspective on the history of the president's relationship with the National Rifle Association.
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Play CBS Video April 13, 2013 | 5:36 AM PDT
Gen. Myers on North Korea missile launch: Would probably be into ocean
Retired Air Force General and Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Richard Myers talks North Korea's nuclear capabilities and the U.S. response to the country's mounting, aggressive rhetoric.
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Play CBS Video April 15, 2013 | 10:58 AM PDT
Sec. Kerry pressures China on North Korea
Secretary of State John Kerry is in Beijing, China as part of a U.S. effort to pressure Chinese officials to cut their support for North Korea. Margaret Brennan reports.
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Play CBS Video April 12, 2013 | 6:03 AM PDT
Schieffer on gun bill: "Odds are still against it" passing
Bob Schieffer, chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face The Nation," speaks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the debate on expanding federal gun laws, and when he expects a final vote in Congress.
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Play CBS Video April 12, 2013 | 5:50 AM PDT
Jay-Z sparks more Cuba controversy in rap song
In the world of rap music, the best way to respond to critics is to put it in rhyme - and that's exactly what Jay-Z is doing over his controversial trip to Cuba. Norah O'Donnell reports.
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Play CBS Video April 12, 2013 | 5:47 AM PDT
Senate vote clears way for debate on gun laws
The Senate debate on expanding federal gun laws is officially underway. Chip Reid reports on the latest details.
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April 12, 2013 | 5:27 AM PDT
White House doubts North Korea's nuclear capabilities
Mistakenly declassified intelligence report on North Korea's nuclear threat prompts officials to downplay assessment
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Play CBS Video April 12, 2013 | 4:57 AM PDT
Kerry in S. Korea, says N. Korea threats "unacceptable"
During his visit to South Korea, Secretary of State John Kerry says the threats and rhetoric from North Korea are unacceptable. Margaret Brennan reports.
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Play CBS Video April 12, 2013 | 4:56 AM PDT
WH doubts claim that N. Korea can arm nuclear warhead
A U.S. defense intelligence agency says for the first time, North Korea has learned how to put a nuclear warhead on a ballistic missile. Major Garrett reports.
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April 11, 2013 | 5:29 AM PDT
Sens. Manchin and Toomey: Newtown families happy with gun law momentum
Senators defend their bipartisan measure to expand gun background checks, say Newtown families pleased at legislation
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Play CBS Video April 11, 2013 | 5:06 AM PDT
Senate debate on gun control reform bill begins
The Senate is expected to block a filibuster and start debate on tougher gun laws and the effort got a last-minute boost after two senators from both parties reached a deal on background checks. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
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April 11, 2013 | 4:30 AM PDT
Manchin, Toomey: How we reached bipartisan gun deal
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W. Va., and Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa., talk to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about how they reached a bipartisan agreement on background checks for gun purchases.
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Play CBS Video April 10, 2013 | 9:44 AM PDT
Gun control compromise on the way?
CBS News' Nancy Cordes takes a closer look at a gun control compromise being worked out by Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa.
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April 10, 2013 | 8:29 AM PDT
Sen. Risch: I'm certain "background check system doesn't work"
Republican Senator Jim Risch says the effort to expand the background check system for gun buying is misguided and "casts a burden" on Americans looking to exercise their rights
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April 10, 2013 | 8:16 AM PDT
IMF head Christine Lagarde: "Fatigue" greatest threat to Eurozone
Managing director of IMF says policymakers need to "finish the job," takes on question featured on her Time magazine cover: "Can this woman save Europe?"
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Play CBS Video April 10, 2013 | 6:35 AM PDT
Justin Timberlake performs at Obama's Soul soiree
President Obama hosted a celebration of Memphis music from the 1950s and 60s at the White House. Bill Plante reports.
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Play CBS Video April 10, 2013 | 5:55 AM PDT
Sen. McConnell asks FBI for investigation over secret tapes
The Senate's top Republican, Mitch McConnell, wants an FBI investigation into a recording made of him and his staff talking about the mental health of actress Ashley Judd, a one-time potential political rival. CBS News' Chip Reid reports.
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Play CBS Video April 10, 2013 | 5:35 AM PDT
Disgraced NY Congressman Weiner eyes run
Former New York Congressman Anthony Weiner may be eyeing a return to politics two years after a scandal brought him down. CBS News' Terrell Brown reports.
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Play CBS Video April 10, 2013 | 5:28 AM PDT
North Korea missile test expected soon
South Korea is raising its alert level amid reports that a North Korean missile test could happen at any time. CBS News' Margaret Brennan reports.
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April 10, 2013 | 5:07 AM PDT
Anthony Weiner talks political comeback: "It's now or maybe never for me"
Former N.Y. congressman brought down in Twitter scandal gives candid NY Times Magazine interview, confirms $100K polling, research spending
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