Barrett joins Supreme Court ahead of politically charged legal fights
There will be no slow transition for Justice Amy Coney Barrett as she takes her seat on the Supreme Court.
Amy Coney Barrett's Supreme Court Nomination
Amy Coney Barrett sworn in as newest Supreme Court justice
Barrett was confirmed in Senate by a vote of 52 to 48, with only one Republican voting against her.
Pence unlikely to attend Barrett vote after aides test positive
Senate Democratic leaders said Pence presiding over the confirmation vote would be a "violation of common decency and courtesy."
Senate clears key hurdle to Barrett's Supreme Court nomination
The procedural vote Sunday sets up a final vote to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court on Monday evening.
Senate Judiciary Committee approves Amy Coney Barrett's nomination
Barrett's nomination was approved by the committee, and will head to the Senate floor Friday.
4 things we've learned about Barrett's views on abortion cases
After nearly 20 hours of questioning, senators were left with a few clues on how Amy Coney Barrett might view abortion and Roe v. Wade. Here's what we know.
Amy Coney Barrett's views on climate change – and why it matters
Barrett said, "I don't think my views on global warming or climate change are relevant to the job I would do as a judge." Many scientists disagree.
Senators Blunt and Murphy on Barrett's confirmation hearing
This week on "The Takeout," Senators Roy Blunt and Chris Murphy talked with host Major Garrett about Barrett's hearing and what her confirmation will mean to the Supreme Court.
Judiciary Committee sets date for vote on Barrett confirmation
Republicans have the votes to send her confirmation to the full Senate for a vote, although Democrats on the committee are expected to delay the vote until next week.
"I assure you I have my own mind": Democrats grill Amy Coney Barrett in hearings
Barrett has refused to indicate how she might judge cases that come before the high court.
"I have no agenda": Amy Coney Barrett refuses to speculate on political issues
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee tried to push the Supreme Court nominee during her first day of questioning on hot-button issues.
No questions for Barrett on 1st day of Senate confirmation hearings
Barrett vowed to serve "faithfully and impartially" in the first of four days of hearings on her nomination, but Senators did most of the talking.
How to watch Amy Coney Barrett's Senate confirmation hearings
Barrett will likely be voted out of the Committee on October 22, setting up a vote on the full floor shortly before Election Day.
What to watch in Amy Coney Barrett's confirmation hearings
Barrett's confirmation hearings begin Monday, October 12.
Conservative groups launch effort to boost support for Barrett
The effort begins with a pair of new ads that will hit the airwaves Sunday.
Conservative judicial group assembles team of lawyers to boost Barrett
The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Barrett next week.
Alumni at Amy Coney Barrett's undergrad school sign letter of concern
The letter signed by 1,513 alumni says they are "firmly and passionately opposed to her nomination," declaring Barrett fails to represent their views and values.
3 Republican senators test positive for COVID-19
Both Mike Lee and Thom Tillis are on the Senate Judiciary Committee, and both were at the September 26 event at the White House to nominate Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court.
Barrett offered SCOTUS nomination 3 days after Ginsburg died
The president at that time continued to publicly assert he was weighing up to five candidates and had yet to make his decision.
Barrett meeting with GOP senators ahead of confirmation hearings
Barrett is expected to meet with several Republican senators on Tuesday ahead of her confirmation hearings next month.
McGahn says there was no "hesitancy" about nominating Barrett in 2018
In his first television interview since leaving the White House in late 2018, McGahn also praised President Trump for his nominations to the lower courts.
Meadows expects "pretty aggressive" timeline for Barrett nomination
Meadows said the White House will begin delivering information to Capitol Hill on Judge Amy Coney Barrett on Monday.
Amy Coney Barrett pays tribute to Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Barrett said Ginsburg "not only broke glass ceilings, she smashed them."
What we know about Amy Coney Barrett's judicial abortion record
Four years ago on the campaign trail, then-candidate Donald Trump pledged that if he were elected, only "pro-life" justices would get his nomination for a seat on the Supreme Court.
Trump names Amy Coney Barrett as his SCOTUS nominee
Senate Judiciary chair Lindsey Graham announced late Saturday that confirmation hearings would begin on October 12.
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George Santos has been expelled from Congress. What happens next?
The House has voted to expel Santos. That triggers a special election to replace him in New York's 3rd Congressional District.
Texas must remove floating Rio Grande border barrier, appeals court rules
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court ruling and ordered Texas to stop any work on the roughly 1,000-foot barrier.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
Former Olympic swimmer sentenced to 3 years probation for role in Jan. 6 riot
In 2021, Klete Keller pleaded guilty to felony obstruction of an official proceeding.
DeSantis-Newsom debate has sudden end, just after Hannity announces extension
Fox News debate moderator Sean Hannity had just announced the debate between Govs. Newsom and DeSantis would continue — and then said minutes later they couldn't stay after all.
Who voted to expel George Santos? Here's how each House member voted
The vote count on the expulsion resolution for George Santos was 311 to 114, with 105 Republicans joining 206 Democrats in voting to oust him.
U.S. appeals court: Trump not immune from civil lawsuits over Jan. 6 attack
A group of congressional Democrats and veteran Capitol Police officers are seeking civil damages for the harms they allege they suffered because of the Capitol riot.
Sandra Day O'Connor, first woman on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court by President Ronald Reagan in 1981, and she retired in 2006.
Liz Cheney: The U.S. is "sleepwalking into a dictatorship"
Preview: In an interview airing December 3, the former Wyoming Congresswoman warns that the election of Donald Trump would mean the end of the republic.
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Renewed concerns for civilians as Israel intensifies southern Gaza assault
Israel is pounding targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
2 homeless people killed, another 3 wounded in Las Vegas shooting
This comes after Los Angeles officials reported Friday that they are seeking a suspected serial killer in the murders of three homeless people this week.
Texas must remove floating Rio Grande border barrier, appeals court rules
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court ruling and ordered Texas to stop any work on the roughly 1,000-foot barrier.
Quadruple amputee shares story of persevering to become pilot
"My wife will tell you, I'm a little bit hard-headed," Zach Anglin said.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
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Auto industry eyes subscription fees as multi-billion-dollar revenue stream
General Motors projects subscription fees to bring in as much as $25 billion a year by 2030.
Walmart says it has stopped advertising on Elon Musk's X platform
Retail giant joins other big advertisers that are distancing themselves from X following Musk's support for an antisemitic post.
2023 was brutal for homebuyers. Here's what to expect in 2024.
Mortgage rates recently hit their highest levels in more than two decades, pricing many out of the market. Here's what to expect in 2024.
Here's what to know about the deadly cantaloupe salmonella outbreak
Cantaloupes contaminated with the bacteria have been linked to more than 100 illnesses and two deaths, health officials said.
Some retailers are telling customers to just keep unwanted goods
Ordered something online you want to return? Some retailers say, "Keep it," and they'll still give you your money back.
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George Santos has been expelled from Congress. What happens next?
The House has voted to expel Santos. That triggers a special election to replace him in New York's 3rd Congressional District.
Texas must remove floating Rio Grande border barrier, appeals court rules
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower court ruling and ordered Texas to stop any work on the roughly 1,000-foot barrier.
Judge rejects Trump's motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case
Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that former President Donald Trump cannot be shielded from criminal prosecution after leaving office for alleged conduct during his time in office.
Former Olympic swimmer sentenced to 3 years probation for role in Jan. 6 riot
In 2021, Klete Keller pleaded guilty to felony obstruction of an official proceeding.
DeSantis-Newsom debate has sudden end, just after Hannity announces extension
Fox News debate moderator Sean Hannity had just announced the debate between Govs. Newsom and DeSantis would continue — and then said minutes later they couldn't stay after all.
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COVID-19 increasing again, especially in Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, CDC says
Cases of other respiratory illnesses, including flu and RSV, are also on the rise.
Pneumonia cases in U.S. kids not linked to China outbreak, experts say
What to know about the pneumonia cases affecting children in the U.S., as well as expert advice on how to protect kids from respiratory illnesses.
Balance of Nature says it is back in business after FDA shutdown
A federal court had ordered the company to pause making and selling its products.
How to spend your FSA dollars before they expire
The end of the year is approaching, which means it's time to think about what's left in your Flexible Spending Account, or FSA, before you lose it. Here's what you can spend the balance on.
Aziza Shuler opens up about alopecia
For most of her life, CBS News Philadelphia anchor Aziza Shuler hid her battle with alopecia. Recently, the weekend anchor opened up about her experience with the condition, and is sharing her story with CBS News' David Begnaud.
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Renewed concerns for civilians as Israel intensifies southern Gaza assault
Israel is pounding targets in the southern Gaza Strip, intensifying a renewed offensive after a weeklong truce with Hamas and giving rise to renewed concerns about civilian casualties.
Italian city of Bologna braces for collapse of leaning Garisenda Tower
The city of Bologna is building a protective fence around the iconic Garisenda Tower in case it collapses.
70-year-old woman gives birth to twins in Uganda, doctor says
"At 70 years when I'm considered weak, unable to get pregnant and deliver, or look after a baby, and here is a miracle of the twins," the mother said.
Taylor Swift attends premiere for "RENAISSANCE: A Film By Beyoncé"
Beyoncé attended a star-studded premiere in London with guests such as Taylor Swift, who debuted her own concert film earlier this year and received support from Beyoncé.
Zelenksyy laments slow progress, but vows Ukraine "not backing down"
Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy says a lack of necessary weapons from allies is partly to blame for the slow progress in his country's counteroffensive against Russia.
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Taylor Swift attends premiere for "RENAISSANCE: A Film By Beyoncé"
Beyoncé attended a star-studded premiere in London with guests such as Taylor Swift, who debuted her own concert film earlier this year and received support from Beyoncé.
Judge hears Hall and Oates legal battle
In a legal battle between one of pop music's most iconic duos, Hall and Oates, a judge has sided with Daryl Hall's request to temporarily block his former parter, John Oates, from selling his share of the group's business partnership. CBS News' Vlad Duthiers has more.
Never Too Late: Anthony Mason writes a song
After decades of interviewing artists about the craft of songwriting, CBS News' Anthony Mason wanted to try it for himself. In the latest installment of Never Too Late, Mason enlists Grammy winners Natalie Hemby and Mike Elizondo to help him write his very first song.
Shane MacGowan, longtime frontman of The Pogues, dies at 65
Singer-songwriter Shane MacGowan, the longtime front-man of The Pogues, died at the age of 65 surrounded by loved ones in Ireland, his family said.
Lily Gladstone on "Killers of the Flower Moon"
Lily Gladstone stars as Mollie Burkhart in Martin Scorsese's acclaimed film "Killers of the Flower Moon," an Apple Original Film, which is distributed by Paramount Pictures, a division of CBS News' parent company Paramount Global. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the responsibility she felt making the movie as a Native American woman, working with Hollywood legends and the Oscar buzz surrounding her work.
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Automakers turn to subscription fees
Automakers, including General Motors, Ford and BMW, are charging drivers subscription fees to use certain state-of-the-art features, such as remote locking and hands-free cruise control. Carter Evans has details.
Amazon unveils new AI chatbot for companies
Amazon has introduced a new chatbot powered by artificial intelligence, called Amazon Q. The AI assistant is focused on assisting businesses, not consumers. Jason Hinder, editor-in-chief for ZDNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new chatbot.
Sports Illustrated, AI and the future of news
What happens when a legacy media outlet turns to artificial intelligence? Seth Lewis, professor and director of journalism at the University of Oregon, joins CBS News to dig into the recent reporting about Sports Illustrated and AI — and what it reveals about the future of news.
Cyberattack on hospital chain causes chaos
A major ransomware attack affected 30 hospitals and more than 200 health care sites across six states. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga looks at what happened to some patients.
Elon Musk says advertiser boycott at X could "kill the company"
The billionaire owner of X took a defensive tone, saying that "the whole world will know that those advertisers killed the company."
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U.S. commits to promote sustainable farming
The U.S. will participate in the United Arab Emirates' declaration to promote sustainable agriculture, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff joins to unpack the overarching goals of the conference.
Nature conservation and the climate crisis
The Wildlife Conservation Society believes preserving nature can help solve the problems associated with climate change. Monica Medina, president and CEO of the Wildlife Conservation Society, joined CBS News to talk about her organization's goals at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai.
Breaking down day one of COP28 in Dubai
The United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP28, kicked off Thursday in Dubai, and delegates already agreed to a major deal. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
COP28 climate summit draws controversy
World leaders working to combat climate change kicked off the annual COP28 climate summit Thursday by adopting a loss and damage fund for natural disasters. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more.
Why COP climate meetings matter
The annual United Nations climate summit, COP28, is officially underway with world leaders seeking agreement on goals and strategies to address climate change. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more on what these summits do and why they are important. And CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has a look at President Biden's climate change record.
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2 homeless people killed, another 3 wounded in Las Vegas shooting
This comes after Los Angeles officials reported Friday that they are seeking a suspected serial killer in the murders of three homeless people this week.
Revisiting the LIRR massacre, 30 years later
Dec. 7, 2023, marks 30 years since a gunman killed six people and injured 19 others on a Long Island railroad train. CBS New York reporter Carolyn Gusoff speaks with survivors about the state of U.S. gun laws.
Inmate charged in stabbing of Derek Chauvin
Federal prosecutors said former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, who was found guilty of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed 22 times by a fellow inmate in a federal prison in Arizona last month. The 52-year-old suspect has been charged with attempted murder.
Did the embarrassment of home foreclosure lead to murder?
Prosecutors say a man staged his wife's death 24 hours before they were expected to be evicted from their home to save himself from shame.
Derek Chauvin was stabbed 22 times in federal prison attack, charges say
The U.S. Attorney's Office identified the alleged perpetrator as 52-year-old John Turscak. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury.
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NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists discover "in-sync" solar system
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
North Korea launches spy satellite into orbit, state media says
North Korea attempted to launch a surveillance satellite into orbit two other times this year without success.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
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In bipartisan vote, House expels Santos; How a quadruple amputee overcame countless rejections to make his pilot dreams take off
In bipartisan vote, House expels Santos
The House voted by an overwhelming 311-114 margin Friday to expel embattled Republican Rep. George Santos of New York. Santos became just the sixth House member in U.S. history to be expelled. The move followed a scathing report from the House Ethics Committee that determined Santos, who is facing federal charges, had misused campaign funds. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Eye Opener: Woman sets herself on fire in Atlanta
A woman set herself on fire outside the Israel consulate in Atlanta in what officials called an act of political protest. Meanwhile, Russian president Vladimir Putin signed an order to add thousands of more troops to the war in Ukraine. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Companies say they'll cut methane emissions
A coalition of 70 major oil and gas companies are expected to agree to significantly cut their methane emissions by the end of the decade at the COP28 climate summit, marking a potential breakthrough in the fight against climate change. Ben Tracy has more on why methane is such a problem and the new tools designed to hold the industry accountable.
George Santos ousted from Congress
George Santos has been expelled from Congress after a scathing report from the House Ethics Committee last month accused him of using campaign funds for personal use, along with other allegations. He's just the sixth Congressman to be expelled ever, and is the first to be expelled without being convicted of a crime or being a member of the Confederacy. Taurean Small has more.