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Becker on "national security issue" in proposed election laws
David Becker, the director and founder of the Center For Election Innovation and Research, says there are a lot of "highly partisan efforts to make it harder for some people to vote."
Mullen on post-election chaos in Trump White House
New reporting suggests Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Mark Milley believed former President Trump might stage a coup to try to stay in power. Admiral Mark Mullen, the former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discusses his fears of the politicization of the military.
Schlesinger on inflation and economic recovery
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger says there is "red-hot consumer demand" and a bottleneck of supply in certain areas, leading to the "biggest price increases in 30 years."
Krebs on vaccine disinformation
Former CISA Director Chris Krebs said that this has been a "remarkable week in terms of pronouncements" on vaccine disinformation on social media.
Gottlieb warns seriousness of Delta variant
Former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb said the Delta variant is "far more advanced" than other COVID-19 strains, and "for most people who get this Delta variant, it's going to be the most serious virus they get in their lifetime in terms of risk of putting them in the hospital."
Springfield mayor says COVID misinformation hurts society
The Delta variant is currently surging in Missouri, and community leaders are pushing for vaccinations. Springfield, Missouri, Mayor Ken McClure discusses the skyrocketing spike in cases.
Low vaccination rates to blame for COVID-19 spikes across the U.S.
CBS News senior correspondent Mark Strassmann is in Texas, one of the 20 bottom ranked states for its vaccination rate.
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Today on "Face the Nation," what will change the minds of the biggest holdouts when it comes to getting vaccinated?
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Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, and more appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
On this week's "Face the Nation," Ken McClure, Dr. Scott Gottlieb, Admiral Mike Mullen, Jill Schlesinger, Chris Krebs and David Becker.
Mullen calls reports of post-election chaos in WH "disturbing"
New books detail the concerns General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, had about Mr. Trump in the weeks after the presidential election.
Gottlieb warns Delta variant could be "most serious virus"
The Delta variant has fueled a rise in coronavirus cases, with the number of new infections rising in all 50 states.
Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Becker, the director and founder of the Center for Election Innovation and Research, that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Admiral Mike Mullen on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with Admiral Mike Mullen, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Chris Krebs on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with former CISA director Chris Krebs that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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New Capitol Police chief: Officers testifying "need to be heard"
"I think we need to pay close attention to what they're saying," said Thomas Manger, the former police chief of Montgomery County, Maryland, who was sworn into his new position on Friday.
In the Biden era, Rehoboth Beach joins the ranks of presidential retreats
Presidents tend to select vacation spots that fit their personalities.
Biden hits campaign trail with Terry McAuliffe in Virginia
The president hit the campaign trail for the first time for a 2021 race, in hopes of helping Terry McAuliffe win a second term as governor.
U.S. shipping 3.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine to Colombia
The doses are set to arrive on Sunday, two White House officials tell the U.S.
U.S. delegation sent to Haiti departs shortly after arrival
The White House had announced Friday morning of a delegation led by Thomas-Greenfield that would be going to Haiti to "pay respects upon the death" of Moïse, who was shot dead in his home on July 7.
Alabama governor says it's time to blame unvaccinated for COVID rise
"It's time to start blaming the unvaccinated folks, not the regular folks. It's the unvaccinated folks that are letting us down," Ivey said of COVID cases in her state.
How COVID-19 travel restrictions are hurting border towns
The closure has shut down El Paso's tourism, shopping and dining business from the Mexican city of Juárez.
Judge approves $250 million bond for Trump friend Thomas Barrack
The chair of former President Trump's inaugural committee has been charged with violating federal lobbying law.
Biden administration buying more vaccine doses for kids and possible boosters
For now, public health officials are saying fully vaccinated individuals are protected and do not need a booster shot.
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7/18: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," ” what will change the minds of the biggest holdouts when it comes to getting vaccinated?
7/11: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," warning signs about new coronavirus cases, extreme weather affecting tens of millions and a threat to Russia following the latest cyberattack.
7/4: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," Americans are celebrating their freedom, but it is too soon to declare independence from COVID-19?
6/27: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," hopes for finding survivors in the collapsed Surfside, Florida, condo building are dim, and a picture of what caused the disaster starts to emerge.
6/20: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," back from his trip abroad, President Biden returns home to face familiar problems.
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Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with David Becker, the director and founder of the Center for Election Innovation and Research, that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Admiral Mike Mullen on "Face the Nation" on July 18, 2021
The following is a transcript of an interview with Admiral Mike Mullen, former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Springfield, Missouri, Mayor Ken McClure on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Springfield, Missouri, Mayor Ken McClure that aired on Sunday, July 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on July 11, 2021
On this broadcast of "Face the Nation," Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Scott Gottlieb, Jeh Johnson and Scott Kirby.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on July 4, 2021
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Jeffrey Zients and Governors Spencer Cox and Kate Brown joined Ed O'Keefe.
Transcript: Representative André Carson on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Representative André Carson of Indiana that aired on Sunday, July 4, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Governor Kate Brown on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Oregon Governor Kate Brown that aired on Sunday, July 4, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Governor Spencer Cox on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Utah Governor Spencer Cox that aired on Sunday, July 4, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired on Sunday, July 4, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Tokyo Olympics: Schedule for the most anticipated events
The opening ceremony is taking place Friday morning, marking the official start of the Games.
Swimmer Chase Kalisz wins Team USA's first gold at Olympics
The swimming team won six medals in their first day of competition.
Athletes to follow during the 2020 Olympic Games
Keep track of these Olympians who are on the road to making history.
French protesters march against vaccine mandates and passes
Most French adults are fully vaccinated and multiple polls indicate a majority of French people support the new measures.
Why Japan is a fitting stage for surfing's Olympic debut
While Hawaii is the undisputed birthplace and global mecca of modern surfing, Japan has nurtured a fanatic wave-rider culture all its own.
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Tokyo Olympics: Schedule for the most anticipated events
The opening ceremony is taking place Friday morning, marking the official start of the Games.
Suspicions raised after woman says she accidentally shot her boyfriend
The relationship between high school sweethearts turns toxic, culminating in a fatal shooting with allegations of abuse that would leave their families shattered and their small town of Griffin, Georgia, divided over the evidence in the case.
Comedian Jackie Mason has died at age 93
He was banned for two years from the "Sullivan" show when he allegedly gave the host the finger when Sullivan signaled to him to wrap up his act.
"Dating Game Killer" Rodney Alcala dies at 77
Alcala was given the nickname "Dating Game Killer" for his appearance on the show in 1978.
Could new developments help Kevin Cooper's bid for freedom?
A man on death row says his blood was planted at the crime scene. Will an empty vial help his case?
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New Capitol Police chief: Officers testifying "need to be heard"
"I think we need to pay close attention to what they're saying," said Thomas Manger, the former police chief of Montgomery County, Maryland, who was sworn into his new position on Friday.
In the Biden era, Rehoboth Beach joins the ranks of presidential retreats
Presidents tend to select vacation spots that fit their personalities.
Biden hits campaign trail with Terry McAuliffe in Virginia
The president hit the campaign trail for the first time for a 2021 race, in hopes of helping Terry McAuliffe win a second term as governor.
U.S. shipping 3.5 million doses of Moderna vaccine to Colombia
The doses are set to arrive on Sunday, two White House officials tell the U.S.
U.S. delegation sent to Haiti departs shortly after arrival
The White House had announced Friday morning of a delegation led by Thomas-Greenfield that would be going to Haiti to "pay respects upon the death" of Moïse, who was shot dead in his home on July 7.
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Comedian Jackie Mason has died at age 93
He was banned for two years from the "Sullivan" show when he allegedly gave the host the finger when Sullivan signaled to him to wrap up his act.
Judge rules Britney Spears can hire own legal counsel
Last week, a Los Angeles judge ruled Britney Spears could hire her own legal counsel as her battle continues to remove her father as her conservator.
Angelina Jolie scores victory in custody battle with Brad Pitt
The decision means that the custody fight over the couple's children, which was nearing an end, could just be getting started again.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
"I was born to do this": Leyna Bloom on her history-making moment
"I just want to make my community proud, make America proud, and show the world something new," Bloom said.
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California sues Activision over "frat boy" work culture
During "cube crawls," male employees walked around offices drinking and harassing female co-workers, California lawsuit states.
Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
The world's top ransomware gangs created a cybercrime cartel
Russian cybercriminal gangs are mentoring younger groups and sharing hacking techniques, tools and data breach details.
FTC votes to defend "right to repair" with "new vigor"
Allowing consumers to make repairs themselves keeps electronics "off the scrap heap," says PIRG campaign director.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
Science
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A larger type of cicada that likes to scream has emerged
Brood X may be gone, but a new, larger type of cicada is here to take its place.
Why fully vaccinated people get breakthrough COVID infections
Even people who are fully vaccinated can spread the virus, health experts warn.
Fauci says NFL "sending a very strong signal" with COVID rules
The nation's top infectious disease doctor says the league's decision gives other organizations "the impetus to do the same sort of thing."
It's so hot in Dubai that the government is artificially creating rain
With temperatures in Dubai regularly surpassing 115 degrees Fahrenheit, the government is now using drones to zap clouds with electricity, creating rainstorms.
Water risks may soon start to drain profits, companies report
Food and other consumer staples face the highest risk of disruption from water scarcity, a Barclays report found.
Health
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How to manage juvenile arthritis
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. The inflammatory and rheumatic conditions impact around 300,000 children and teens in the U.S. Dr. Ashira Blazer, rheumatologist at NYU Langone Health, joins CBSN to discuss how young patients can take control and manage their conditions.
French protesters march against vaccine mandates and passes
Most French adults are fully vaccinated and multiple polls indicate a majority of French people support the new measures.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Tech entrepreneur works to help patients communicate health history
Ciitizen is an online system for patients to upload and digitally house their medical records.
17 new Olympic-related COVID-19 cases reported, bringing total to 127
The news of the new infections came just hours after the opening ceremony.
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Dow closes past 35,000 for a new record high
Major indexes blast to new records as Wall Street sets aside worries that COVID variants could stub economic growth.
How Joe Biden's EO could make it easier to quit your job
President's executive order aims to change restrictive employment agreements that tie workers to a single employer.
Bernie Madoff made 24 cents an hour in prison
Ponzi schemer who stole billions earned all of $710 for 3,000 hours of labor as a behind-bars orderly in North Carolina.
Regulators warn of a deadly danger to kids in vacation rentals
Airbnb, TripAdvisor and Vrbo urged to require disabling or fixes for residential elevators after a 7-year-old dies.
Mario Batali sex-harass settlement: $600,000 to accusers
Celeb chef known for his orange Crocs and ponytail settles charges that he and his restaurant company degraded women.
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Suspicions raised after woman says she accidentally shot her boyfriend
The relationship between high school sweethearts turns toxic, culminating in a fatal shooting with allegations of abuse that would leave their families shattered and their small town of Griffin, Georgia, divided over the evidence in the case.
"Dating Game Killer" Rodney Alcala dies at 77
Alcala was given the nickname "Dating Game Killer" for his appearance on the show in 1978.
Could new developments help Kevin Cooper's bid for freedom?
A man on death row says his blood was planted at the crime scene. Will an empty vial help his case?
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Bernie Madoff made 24 cents an hour in prison
Ponzi schemer who stole billions earned all of $710 for 3,000 hours of labor as a behind-bars orderly in North Carolina.
Space
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Boeing cleared to launch Starliner on 2nd test flight
It will be the second test flight for Boeing's astronaut ferry ship after a problem-plagued maiden flight in 2019.
July's full Buck moon rises this week — and it may appear red
The full moon may appear a reddish-orange hue — and this time, it's not because of an eclipse.
NASA shares epic image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
In rare instances, a camera nearly one million miles away has the chance to capture an eclipse.
Mars rover set to collect first samples
The rover's samples from the floor of an ancient Martian lakebed will be retrieved and returned to Earth later this decade.
Russia launches long-delayed space station module
The Nauka module will add living space, research facilities and a European-built robot arm to the space station.
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
Investigators want the public's help identifying women and children in convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs.
Evidence in the case against Mary Katherine Higdon
The investigation into Steven Freeman's death reveals a toxic relationship between high school sweethearts.
Evidence photos: Chino Hills massacre
Four people were brutally murdered in Chino Hills, Calif,. in 1983. Evidence used to convict Kevin Cooper is being questioned more than 35 years later.
Musicians are back on stage
After COVID shuttered live music events around the world in 2020, musical artists are now returning to festival and concert stages - and so are the fans.
Tokyo Olympics opening ceremony
A display of fireworks and choreography unfolded in a near-empty stadium in a subdued ceremony.
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How to manage juvenile arthritis
July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. The inflammatory and rheumatic conditions impact around 300,000 children and teens in the U.S. Dr. Ashira Blazer, rheumatologist at NYU Langone Health, joins CBSN to discuss how young patients can take control and manage their conditions.
Sole survivor of Chino Hills massacre describes what happened
Doug and Peggy Ryen, their daughter, Jessica, and neighbor Christopher Hughes were brutally murdered inside the Ryen family’s home on June 4, 1983. Josh Ryen was the only survivor. A year-and-a-half later, the 10-year-old answered D.A. Dennis Kottemeier’s questions about that horrific night – with his grandmother by his side.
Fighting for Paradise: Puerto Rico's Future
CBSN Originals' new documentary explores the growing economic inequality in Puerto Rico and the divide over whether statehood is the solution.
The Case Against Mary Katherine Higdon
A young woman says she accidentally shot her boyfriend. Police say she confessed to murder – but there’s no audio to prove it. What will the jury decide? CBS News correspondent David Begnaud reports for "48 Hours."
The Troubling Case Against Kevin Cooper
A man on death row says his blood was planted at the crime scene. Will an empty vial help his case? "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.