How strict state abortion laws could head to the Supreme Court
Several states have passed so-called "heartbeat bills" which would essentially ban abortion as soon as a fetal heartbeat is detected
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Brett Kavanaugh confirmed to Supreme Court
Brett Kavanaugh was confirmed to the Supreme Court and sworn in by Chief Justice John Roberts and retired Justice Anthony Kennedy on Saturday evening. President Trump will hold another ceremony for Kavanaugh at the White House on Monday. Nikole Killion is there.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg aims to serve "at least five more years"
Ginsburg, 85, also disputes the idea of setting term limits for justices, citing the Constitution
Battle begins over Kavanaugh's nomination
The next step for President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is a Senate confirmation battle. NPR lead politics editor Domenico Montanaro, Bloomberg News White House reporter Toluse Olorunnipa, and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Red and Blue to discuss how Democrats are reacting to President Trump's Supreme Court nominee and how vulnerable senators are weighing how to vote.
Trump names 2nd Supreme Court justice
With nomination of Brett Kavanaugh, Trump is poised to change the balance of the high court for decades to come
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President Trump on Monday nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court at the White House. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN to discuss what distinguished Kavanaugh from some of the other front-runners as well as some of the obstacles he will face in getting confirmed.
Brett Kavanaugh is Trump's Supreme Court nominee
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Supreme Court nomination tonight
President Trump is believed to have narrowed it down to four finalists to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy in the Supreme Court. Justice Kennedy's former law clerk and current Solicitor General of Wisconsin, Misha Tseytlin, joined CBSN to discuss Kennedy's legacy and the issues his successor is likely to face.
SCOTUS confirmation will be "a big battle"
President Trump is just hours away from announcing his highly-anticipated Supreme Court nomination to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy. Leonard Leo, executive vice president of The Federalist Society, joined CBSN to discuss how he helped craft the president's list of potential nominees and what challenges the finalists may face in getting confirmed.
Kavanaugh chosen as Supreme Court nominee
President Trump Monday night announced he nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court. "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor discusses the decision with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford.
Trump narrows list of Supreme Court picks
President Trump has reportedly narrowed his list of potential Supreme Court nominees to three, and he's said he will announce his choice to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy on Monday. The Hill White House columnist Niall Stanage joins CBSN with a closer look at the candidates.
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The three most recent retirees from the court — John Paul Stevens, David Souter and Sandra Day O'Connor — each charted different paths
Trump narrows list for SCOTUS
President Trump has interviewed at least seven people to fill Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy's seat when he retires. Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan joins "Red and Blue" to discuss what this means for Republicans ahead of the midterms.
Trump administration rescinds Obama-era guidance on race in college admissions
The Justice and Education Departments are withdrawing Obama-era documents advocating use of affirmative action policies
Leonard Leo: Unassuming figure, big voice on high court
EVP of the conservative Federalist Society Leonard Leo helped President Trump curate his list of Supreme Court potentials
Trump interviews with possible Supreme Court nominees begin
Monday, President Trump met with four potential justices and said he plans to interview "two or three more"
Trump interviews possible SCOTUS nominees
President Trump is interviewing federal judges to see which one may be promoted to the Supreme Court. The president has narrowed his list of potential replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy from 25 to seven. There are two women on that shortlist and one person of color. Chip Reid reports.
Trump reacts to Mexico's presidential election
President Trump said Mondayhe thinks his relationship with Mexican President-elect Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador will "be a good one." Mister Trump made those comments during an Oval Office meeting with the prime minister of the Netherlands. The President also discussed the process of selecting a Supreme Court nominee. Bloomberg chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
Trump's Supreme Court pick
President Trump says he interviewed for candidates to be his nominee to replace Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court. CBS News' Weijia Jiang speaks to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about the qualities the president is looking for in a Supreme Court nominee, as well as whether he or she will be able to get key votes to pass Senate confirmation.
Who are Trump's top Supreme Court picks?
President Trump has already begun interviewing possible replacements for Justice Anthony Kennedy
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President Trump said Monday that he has met with four potential Supreme Court candidates to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy. The president says he will make an announcement soon about his selection to replace Kennedy, who is retiring effective July 31.
2 judges seen as leading contenders for Supreme Court
D.C. Circuit Court Judge Brett Kavanaugh, Chicago Circuit Court Judge Amy Coney Barrett and others may meet with the president this week
Top Dem: Trump's Supreme Court pick should recuse themselves from Russia decisions
"The president should not be permitted to appoint a justice who will decide whether or not he complies with a subpoena to testify before a grand jury"
Who will Trump choose to replace Kennedy?
Jamelle Bouie, Seung Min Kim, Ramesh Ponnuru and Jan Crawford discuss what Justice Anthony Kennedy's retirement could mean for the Supreme Court, and the latest on the border crisis.
Supreme Court search under scrutiny
President Trump says he will announce his choice to replace Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy as early as July 9. But if he picks someone before the Mueller investigation ends, could it lead to a constitutional crisis? CBSN spoke with former Obama speechwriter David Litt and CBSN political contributor Michael Graham about why that may or may not be the case.
College protesters dig in as demonstrations against war grow
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Tornadoes destroy homes in Nebraska as severe storms tear across Midwest
Multiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and a destructive storm moved from a largely rural area into the Omaha area.
Harvey Weinstein to appear in NY court next week
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges was overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
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Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem writes about killing her dog in new book
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem — a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump — is getting attention again.
Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
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Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
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Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem writes about killing her dog in new book
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem — a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump — is getting attention again.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
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Border officers have broad authority to search travelers' electronic devices without a warrant or suspicion of a crime.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Hamas is reviewing Israel cease-fire proposal
Hamas says it received the cease-fire proposal from Israel after a high-level Egyptian delegation wrapped up a visit to Israel.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
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Charley Crockett performs "$10 Cowboy"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. With the title track from his new album, here is Charley Crockett with "$10 Cowboy."
Charley Crockett performs "America"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "America."
Charley Crockett performs "Solitary Road"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "Solitary Road."
Comedian Nate Bargatze on his life and career
Comedian Nate Bargatze is having quite the year: He's bringing laughs across the country with his "Be Funny" tour, and this week he's a headline comic at the Hollywood Bowl with stars like Jerry Seinfeld. Dana Jacobson sat down with Bargatze to talk about his journey to the stage.
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Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
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.
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Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
"48 Hours" looks into Kristen Trickle's death
A new "48 Hours" investigation is looking into the death of a Kansas woman after she was found dying from a gunshot wound in 2019. The coroner initially ruled Kristen Trickle's death a suicide, but the local prosecutor said evidence on the scene didn't add up. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has the story.
Romania court rules Andrew Tate's rape, human trafficking trial can start
A Bucharest court has ruled that a case against social media influencer Andrew Tate meets the required legal criteria and can go ahead, but there's no date set yet.
Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
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In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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Charley Crockett performs "$10 Cowboy"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. With the title track from his new album, here is Charley Crockett with "$10 Cowboy."
Charley Crockett performs "America"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "America."
Charley Crockett performs "Solitary Road"
A descendent of American folk hero Davey Crockett, Charley Crockett was raised in a Texas trailer park. He bought his first guitar in a pawn shop and taught himself how to play it. In 2015, he started releasing records independently. Fourteen albums later, Crockett has established himself as one of the leaders in traditional country music's revival. From his new album "$10 Cowboy," here is Charley Crockett with "Solitary Road."