Dems, GOP battle over war spending
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) on Monday introduced a debt plan that would cut spending by $2.7 trillion.
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Obama: Neither party "blameless" in debt crisis
During an address to La Raza on Monday, President Obama said both political parties shoulder some of the blame for the country's current debt problem.
Obama to Congress: "Where's the jobs bill?"
President Obama addressed the National Council of La Raza, the largest national Latino civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States, on Monday and said he is waiting on Congress to send him a bipartisan jobs bill.
Sunday Stir: GOP vs. Dems on debt
With the debt default deadline looming, the White House and the GOP dispatched top members to the Sunday talk shows to argue their positions.
Debt ceiling: Clinton reassures Hong Kong investors
Betty Nguyen reports on Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's efforts to reassure foreign markets that a deal will be made in the debt ceiling talks to avoid default.
Dems, GOP turn focus to separate debt bills
President Obama is scheduled to meet with top Senate and House Democrats for a separate debt bill. Nancy Cordes reports on the stalemate in negotiations as the Aug. 2 deadline approaches.
Impact of debt default on consumers
Bloomberg Businessweek Senior Writer Roben Farzad speaks to Rebecca Jarvis about the possible impact a debt default would have on consumers.
Boehner: If no deal with Dems, GOP to release bill
With the Aug. 2 deadline looming, Congressional leaders are scrambling to make a deal. Nancy Cordes reports on the latest of debt talks prior to the opening of the world's financial markets.
Norway mourns massacre victims
A nation grieves in the aftermath of bomb and gun violence that claimed scores of lives
Daley: Obama says yes to two-part plan, no short term vote
Bob Schieffer spoke with White House Chief of Staff William Daley on if President Obama would agree to a two-part plan to raise the debt ceiling and reduce the deficit over a longer term.
Kyl: Boehner pursuing bipartisan debt deal
Bob Schieffer spoke with Sen. Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) on Speaker of the House John Boehner's intentions after walking out of negotiations with President Obama over raising the debt ceiling and drafting a plan for a long term reduction of the nation's deficit.
Durbin: Boehner ignoring all warnings
Bob Scheiffer spoke with Sen, Richard Durbin (D-Ill.) on if Speaker John Boehner's two-part plan and short-term extension of the debt limit would pass in the Senate.
Chambliss: Boehner's 'walk out' a good move
Bob Scheiffer spoke with Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.), and Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.), two members of the Gang of Six, on Speaker Boehner's decision to walk out on the White House's debt deal negotiations and the bipartisan steps needed to convince President Obama to agree on a deal.
No "grand bargain," focus turns to stopping default
With a "grand bargain" to cut spending and reform the tax code off the table for now, Congress' focus has switched to finding a way to prevent the government from defaulting, reports Bill Plante.
Congressional leaders meet for debt talks
Without President Obama, the four top Congressional leaders met at the office of Speaker Boehner to continue debt negotiations. Nancy Cordes reports on their new goals and whether they can achieve achieve them.
Boehner walks away from debt talks
Speaker of the House John Boehner decided to pull out of talks about the debt ceiling with the White House. Nancy Cordes reports on why he walked away and what this means for the financial future of the U.S.
Boehner on why he walked away from debt talks
CBS News RAW: During a press conference, House Speaker John Boehner explained why he walked away from negotiations with President Obama over a deal to raise the debt limit.
Why did Boehner end debt negotiations?
A vast majority of Americans believe we should have a balanced approached to solving the debt crisis. So, why would Speaker Boehner walk away from debt negotiations? Norah O'Donnell reports.
Obama, what programs are you willing to cut?
During a town hall meeting on Friday, President Obama said he's willing to target "worthwhile" programs and take heat from his own party to reach a bipartisan debt deal.
Can Obama, GOP possibly reach debt compromise?
CBS News' John Dickerson was joined Friday by National Journal Congressional correspondent Major Garrett and Politico editor-in-chief John Harris for the latest of debt negotiations between President Obama and Democrats and Speaker Boehner and Republicans.
Obama: If Lincoln could compromise, so can we
President Obama, on Friday, pointed to "The Great Emancipator" as a symbol of compromise and an example of what Congress can accomplish if both parties are willing to budge on debt deal.
Dueling debt plans: Sen. Reid vs. House GOP
Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.)on Friday moved to kill the GOP's Cut, Cap and Balance plan, but top House Republicans said it's time for Reid to show his own plan.
Obama talks how challenging debt negotiations are
During a town hall Friday at the University of Maryland, President Obama said debt negotiations are challenging but he's willing to compromise.
Debt deal still up in the air
Despite rumors swirling that President Obama and Speaker Boehner were nearing a compromise on raising the debt ceiling, representatives for both sides denied that was the case. Nancy Cordes reports on the deal that is still up in the air.
Is GOP prepared to compromise on debt deal?
CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes asks Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) Thursday if he has prepared his party to accept a compromise in the debt deal.
Politics
Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says
President Trump, who is in France for the G7 summit, said he didn't like that Israel attacked Lebanon two hours before the U.S. signed an agreement with Iran.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Georgia and Alabama GOP runoffs and more primaries to watch today
Voters are casting ballots in four states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday, including the runoff race in Georgia to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Iran World Cup team booted from U.S. right after first match, coach says
Iran's World Cup team coach says it was ordered to leave the U.S. and return to its training base in Mexico only a few hours after opening its politically charged tournament with a draw.
Second Dan Sullivan ineligible for ballot in Alaska Senate race, official rules
An election official ruled a candidate with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan was involved in a "determined effort and a deliberate attempt" to confuse Alaska voters.
Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Supreme Court rejects Carter Page's effort to revive suit over FBI surveillance
The Trump administration and Carter Page reached a $1.25 million settlement only of his claims against the federal government in April.
Supreme Court rejects case over school club's "Defund Planned Parenthood" signs
The dispute rejected by the Supreme Court involved the scope of students' free speech rights and schools' ability to restrict expression that could be viewed as reflecting their endorsement.
Supreme Court won't take up 98-year-old judge's bid to hear cases again
Judge Pauline Newman, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, has been suspended from hearing cases because of concerns about her fitness to serve.
Explore Trump's 3,600 stock trades from the first 3 months of 2026
View the companies and sectors the president's investment accounts bought and sold.
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Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
The casino said some 350 horses are usually housed in the area, but the fire was contained before it could spread and only affected the one barn.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
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What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
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Detainees moved out of "Alligator Alcatraz" over hurricane concerns, ICE says
ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns around hurricane season.
Trump-backed Barry Moore projected to win runoff in Alabama GOP Senate primary
Rep. Barry Moore won the Republican Senate runoff in Alabama on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating political newcomer and U.S. Navy Seal Jared Hudson.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
India alone has more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf region. Some tell CBS News it feels like they're "in jail."
Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
Semyon Skrepetsky was known for performances and artwork attacking Russian President Vladimir Putin and other authoritarian leaders.
Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
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.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
Federal prosecutors charged at least five people in connection with an alleged plot to kill the president and countless others at Sunday's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn. Ed O'Keefe reports.
5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Details of U.S.-Iran peace deal remain unknown
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling on the White House to release the text of the tentative deal reached with Iran to end the war. Both Democrats and Republicans have said they are eager to see the details. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Study: Online views on democracy vary by platform
A new Gallup study reveals that social media users across platforms differ in how they express their views on democracy. Dr. Ellyn Maese, senior researcher at Gallup and author of the study, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Extended interview: Sen. Raphael Warnock
In this extended interview, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia to discuss the Iran war, voting rights and morality in America.
Trump slams Israel, praises Iran at G7 summit
President Trump praised Iranian leaders while slamming his greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel, at the G7 summit on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes has more details.