Biden lays out plan for first 100 days
President Joe Biden signed several executive actions on his first day in the White House, after being sworn in as the 46th president. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Biden begins first full day in Oval Office
More than three decades after launching his first presidential campaign, President Joe Biden will begin his first full day in the White House. Weijia Jiang reports on Mr. Biden's inaugural address to the nation and the historic ceremony.
Biden begins first full day in office
On his first full day in office, President Biden is planning to sign several executive orders aimed at tackling the COVID-19 pandemic and will receive a briefing from members of his COVID-19 response team. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN AM to discuss this and more.
White House press secretary on first day
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the president's first day in office, what to expect in the coming days and from the administration, as well as President Biden's ambitious agenda.
How Trump skipping inauguration bucks tradition
Many of the longstanding traditions that typically take place on Inauguration Day were missing from Wednesday's transfer of power. Former President Trump chose not to meet with President Biden face to face, instead hosting his own farewell event at Joint Base Andrews. Andy Card, former White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the symbolism associated with the inaugural ceremony.
Biden's road to the White House
President Biden began his career in politics in 1973 as the junior United States senator from Delaware. Now, nearly 50 years after his journey began, he has taken office as the 46th president of the United States. Robert Hoopes, president of VOX Global and who served as Biden's chief of staff during the 2012 Democratic National Convention, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to reflect on the president's career in public service.
Biden works on packed legislative agenda
President Biden wasted no time getting to work after taking the oath of office. He signed several executive actions and prepared legislation to be sent to Congress. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran, and CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what is on the Biden administration's legislative agenda and how easy it will be to get it through Congress.
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Jen Psaki gives first press briefing
President Biden's White House press secretary Jen Psaki gave her first press conference on Wednesday night, seven hours after Mr. Biden was sworn in as president. Psaki emphasized the "importance of bringing truth and transparency back to the briefing room." Watch her briefing.
Biden sets tone with call for unity
CBS News senior political analyst and "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson discusses President Biden's inaugural speech and the challenges he faces in the White House.
Biden signs first executive actions as president
On his first day in office, President Biden signed several executive actions and orders — some of which reverse decisions made by his predecessor, former President Trump — on issues including the environment, immigration, the U.S. census and regulatory changes. Watch his remarks at the signing ceremony.
Trump pardons Bannon before leaving office
In the final hours of his term, President Trump granted pardons to 73 people, including his former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, and commuted sentences for 70 others. The clemency spree came after the president delivered a video message about his record over the past four years. Paula Reid reports.
Trump's decision to skip Biden's inauguration
After four tumultuous years under President Trump, America will have a new commander in chief. Mr. Trump will not be attending the Inauguration ceremony for incoming President Joe Biden. Larry Sabato, director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics, discusses this and more on CBSN AM.
Analysis of Trump's farewell speech
President Trump delivered a farewell speech on the morning of President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, which Mr. Trump chose not to attend. CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez and Antjuan Seawright, a CBS News political contributor and a Democratic strategist, joined CBSN to discuss the outgoing president's remarks.
Trump ends contentious presidential term
Mr. Trump's presidency ended Wednesday after four contentious, and at times, tumultuous years. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to reflect on his term, including how Mr. Trump interacted with the media and handled the COVID-19 pandemic.
Unprecedented security ahead of inauguration
More than 25,000 National Guard troops are in Washington as part of an unprecedented level of security ahead of Joe Biden's presidential inauguration. Bill Bratton, former New York City and Boston police commissioner, joins CBSN AM to discuss the security measures.
Former Gov. Rendell on Biden's inauguration
Ed Rendell, former Democratic governor of Pennsylvania and a longtime friend of Joe Biden's, joined CBSN to discuss the significance of Inauguration Day and the upcoming Biden administration.
Confirmation hearings begin for Biden Cabinet picks
Senate confirmation hearings began Tuesday for five of President-elect Joe Biden's Cabinet nominees. Lawmakers questioned his picks for Secretary of State, Treasury, Defense and Homeland Security — as well as Mr. Biden's pick for director of national intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on the latest from Capitol Hill, then joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's hearings.
Biden's DNI nominee testifies in hearing
CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what Avril Haines — President-elect Joe Biden's pick for director of national intelligence — vows to do if confirmed to that position.
Alejandro Mayorkas questioned over U.S. Capitol riot
CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what lawmakers wanted to learn from President-elect Joe Biden's Homeland Security Secretary nominee Alejandro Mayorkas at his confirmation hearing.
Trump releases farewell address
After an assault on the Capitol and a second impeachment, President Trump tried to remind Americans of his agenda.
Trump releases farewell speech
President Trump on Tuesday released a videotaped farewell address touting his economic and foreign policy achievements. Referring to his followers, he said, "the movement we started is only just beginning." He did not mention President-elect Joe Biden by name, but he did say, "This week we inaugurate a new administration and pray for its success in keeping America safe and prosperous." Watch his full 19-minute speech here.
Trump to pardon, commute up to 100 people
In his final hours as president of the United States, President Trump is expected to issue up to 100 pardons and commutations. On Wednesday he will skip all inauguration events. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump's plans for final day in office
President Trump is expected to announce a slew of pardons and commutations on his final full day in office Tuesday, before flying to Florida on Wednesday morning. CBS News senior national correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to discuss the president's plans.
Looking back at Trump's legacy
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about his experience covering the Trump presidency, which has been unprecedented at almost every turn, in this Reporter's Notebook opinion essay.
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