Most 2020 Democrats offer few specifics to meet border crisis
Questions could come soon -- the first presidential primary TV debates are Wednesday and Thursday in Miami and will be co-hosted by a Spanish-language television network
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Beto O'Rourke unveils plan to strengthen LGBTQ protections
O'Rourke talked about the plan after he finished a "pride run" with the LGBTQ community in New York City Wednesday
Beto O'Rourke says Biden "absolutely wrong" on abortion stance
2020 Democratic presidential candidates were quick to pounce on Joe Biden's support for the Hyde Amendment, which bans federal funding for abortions in most cases
Beto O'Rourke proposes sweeping immigration reform
Democratic presidential hopeful's plan would create pathway to citizenship for millions and stop border wall construction in its tracks
Beto O'Rourke regrets Vanity Fair campaign launch
O'Rourke said the cover reinforced "that perception of privilege" he believes has haunted his campaign
O'Rourke wants Stacey Abrams in charge of combating voter suppression
O'Rourke told a Texas crowd the country is in need of a "new voting rights act" and Abrams would play a part in that
O'Rourke tweets in support of Buttigieg after homophobic remarks
"Texans don't stand for this kind of homophobia and hatred," O'Rourke wrote
Beto O'Rourke rolls out four-part climate plan
The four part plan aims to address the battle against climate change, what O'Rourke calls "the greatest threat we face"
Beto O'Rourke formally kicks off 2020 campaign in Texas
The former Texas congressman has visited nine states since joining the race but promised to head home for an official launch
Beto O'Rourke's campaign kick-off
Beto O'Rourke is hosting three rallies across the state of Texas to kick of his 2020 presidential campaign. His first stop was in his hometown of El Paso. Scott Braddock, editor at Quorum Report, joined CBSN with more.
Beto tells voters he would "trust women" on abortion access
Beto O'Rourke's home state, Texas, has some of the the most restrictive abortion laws in the country
Beto O'Rourke asked to give "an actual policy"
A woman at Penn State challenged the 2020 presidential contender to offer more than "platitudes and nice stories." Here's what he said.
O'Rourke raises staggering $6.1 million after announcing 2020 run
The campaign said they received contributions from every state and territory in the country
Beto O'Rourke says comments about wife were "ham-handed"
O'Rourke also said he was "mortified" when he reread the violent fiction he wrote as a teen, which was uncovered in a Reuters report
Beto O'Rourke on Medicare for All, 2020 run
Former Texas congressman and Senate candidate Beto O'Rourke is the latest Democrat to join the presidential race. He sat down with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King for his first TV interview since announcing his campaign. In their wide-ranging conversation, they discuss why he decided to run, his plans to tackle health care, and why he thinks his limited government experience will not hurt his chances.
Beto O'Rourke weighs in on impeachment
The newly announced presidential candidate spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King in his first interview since announcing
O'Rourke on why he changed his mind on 2020
Presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke made his name a national Democrat in Texas last year when he nearly unseated Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. In a "60 Minutes" interview days before the election, O'Rourke insisted he would not run for president in 2020. Gayle King asked him about changing his mind and how he's already facing criticism from President Trump.
Beto O'Rourke on changing his mind on 2020, Trump's "hand" comment
He had told "60 Minutes" last year: "I will not do it" because his family would not survive
Beto O'Rourke on his limited experience: "Ultimately it's up to voters"
In his first TV interview since announcing his 2020 run, O'Rourke also discusses his plans to tackle health care and raise taxes on the wealthy
Beto O'Rourke reflects on his experience
2020 Democratic hopeful Beto O'Rourke spoke with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King in his only national interview following his announcement he is running for president. When asked about concerns over his lack of experience, he said it depends on "what kind of experience you're looking for." Ed O'Keefe reports.
Beto O'Rourke launches campaign in Iowa
Former Texas Congressman Beto O'Rourke is in Iowa to officially launch the start of his 2020 presidential campaign. CBS News politcal correspodent Ed O'Keefe is there with more on O'Rourke's first steps.
Beto O'Rourke launches 2020 campaign
After much speculation, Beto O'Rourke has joined the 2020 race for president. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey Burns joins CBSN with what to expect from the former Democratic congressman from Texas.
Trump comments on Beto O'Rourke
President Trump said Democrat Beto O'Rourke has "a lot of hand movements" and asked, "Is he crazy or is that just the way he acts?" Reporters also asked whether he though O'Rourke or former VP Joe Biden was a greater threat. Watch his remarks.
O'Rourke on whether Trump should be impeached
Newly announced Democratic presidential candidate Beto O'Rourke said he believes "beyond a shadow of a doubt" that there was an effort to collude with a foreign power in the 2016 election, but perhaps voters should decide what to do about Donald Trump in the 2020 election. He spoke to "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King. The full interview airs Friday, March 15 on "CBS This Morning."
Beto O'Rouke joins crowded 2020 field
Former El Paso Congressman Beto O'Rourke is joining an already-crowded 2020 Democratic primary field. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, Texas Tribune editor-in-chief Emily Ramshaw and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran join CBSN with a look at the impact O'Rourke may have on the race.
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Fetterman texts reveal impatience with constituent duties
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Top military officials faced polygraphs over leaks on munitions, sources say
Some of the highest-ranking officials in the U.S. military were subjected to polygraph tests as part of a sweeping leak probe, U.S. officials briefed on the matter told CBS News.
Judge extends block on Postal Service's new Trump-backed mail-in ballot requirements
A federal judge extended her block on the U.S. Postal Service's new requirements for mail voting, as states prepare to begin sending mail ballots to voters for the November midterm elections.
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists
The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."
Trump says Lindsay Clancy "did a horrible, horrible thing"
Shortly after the judge overseeing Lindsay Clancy's murder case declared a mistrial, President Trump called it a "terrible situation" and a "horrible tragedy."
Supreme Court sides with Republicans in fight over broadcast ad rates
The Supreme Court left in place guidance from the Federal Communications Commission that allows political parties and committees access to cheaper rates for political ads.
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BOP faces scrutiny over exclusive deal to sell nicotine pouches to prisoners
The BOP in July entered into an exclusive arrangement with a Florida startup that allows the company to sell federal prisoners nicotine pouches that are not authorized by the FDA.
Smuggler who used tunnel under U.S.-Mexico border pleads guilty
Prosecutors said Mexican smuggler Luis Carlos Davalos-Lopez helped run an illicit operation that charged migrants as much as $30,000 to cross into the U.S.
Trump to take Qatari Air Force One to Ireland, sources say
The September trip will be the first time the new plane is flown overseas since Mr. Trump traveled to Turkey for a NATO summit.
Indictment details alleged lies by ICE officer charged in Minneapolis shooting
The federal indictment against ICE officer Christian Castro has been unsealed, detailing charges accusing him of lying to investigators about a north Minneapolis shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in January.
Trump is sitting on a $400 million war chest. But how will he spend it?
Securing American Greatness, a nonprofit with ties to Mr. Trump's super PAC, MAGA Inc., unveiled its first ads to air nationwide.
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Illinois senators blast FAA for holding air traffic controller raises "hostage"
The Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act set aside $140 million to give controllers a 3.8% pay raise, but they have so far only received the 1% raise given to all government employees.
Trump names new acting Army secretary after Driscoll resigns
President Trump has named Adam Telle as the acting Army secretary, following the departure of Dan Driscoll amid widespread reports of tensions with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Federal prosecutor fired after investigating ICE officer for civil rights offenses
A federal prosecutor in Minnesota who was investigating an ICE officer for possible civil rights crimes has been fired, four sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Trump commutes former Philadelphia labor leader "Johnny Doc's" prison sentence
President Trump agreed to commute the rest of former Philadelphia labor leader Johnny Doc's prison sentence, his lawyer says.
FBI using AI to zero in on threats faster, deputy director says
FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia says the bureau is turning to artificial intelligence as a tool to identify threats and act on them faster.
Missouri's top court blocks new House map favoring GOP until voters can weigh in
The Missouri Supreme Court has blocked a new House map backed by President Trump from being used in the November election, a setback in Republicans' efforts to pick up an additional House seat.
Work on Trump-backed triumphal arch will start in coming weeks
The federal government plans to start excavation over the next two weeks on a massive triumphal arch near Washington, D.C., Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said, a controversial project championed by President Trump.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow Postal Service rules on mail ballots
The Justice Department asked the Supreme Court to intervene in an ongoing legal battle over U.S. Postal Service rules for mail ballots just weeks before the November midterm elections.
Missouri House candidate accused of conspiring to plant cocaine on opponent
Thomas Ross allegedly tried to get his campaign manager to plant cocaine and Adderall on his opponent, federal prosecutors in Missouri said.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Fetterman texts reveal impatience with constituent duties
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Neighborhood comes together to give young boy a memorable trick-or-treat birthday
When a mother posted a note on Facebook asking if anyone in her neighborhood would allow her son to trick-or-treat at their homes in July for his 11th birthday, more than 100 neighbors said yes.
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists
The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
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Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
August jobs report shows U.S. added 162,000 jobs, blowing past forecasts
Strong hiring last month was driven by gains in education and in leisure and hospitality, with the nation's jobless rate remaining steady at 4.1%.
Sturdy stock market mints a record number of 401(k) millionaires
The number of millionaire 401(k) accounts at Fidelity reached a record 769,000 in the second quarter.
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Fetterman texts reveal impatience with constituent duties
A former staffer confirmed that Sen. John Fetterman has routinely dismissed and at times refused to do core aspects of the job.
Top military officials faced polygraphs over leaks on munitions, sources say
Some of the highest-ranking officials in the U.S. military were subjected to polygraph tests as part of a sweeping leak probe, U.S. officials briefed on the matter told CBS News.
Judge extends block on Postal Service's new Trump-backed mail-in ballot requirements
A federal judge extended her block on the U.S. Postal Service's new requirements for mail voting, as states prepare to begin sending mail ballots to voters for the November midterm elections.
Judge lets Pentagon move forward with firing Stars and Stripes journalists
The Pentagon accused two of the Stars and Stripes journalists of insubordination after one of them had told "CBS Sunday Morning" in a July interview that she worked for Stars and Stripes, "not for the Pentagon, not for any administration, not for any policymaker."
Trump says Lindsay Clancy "did a horrible, horrible thing"
Shortly after the judge overseeing Lindsay Clancy's murder case declared a mistrial, President Trump called it a "terrible situation" and a "horrible tragedy."
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A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
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Painting looted by Nazis to be returned to collector's heir
The painting was among the artworks looted and sold under duress to Nazi officials from art dealer Jacques Goudstikker after Adolf Hitler's Germany invaded the Netherlands in 1940.
2 more rescued from debris in Nepal 10 days after devastating floods
The rescue brings the total to three workers saved from a hydropower tunnel, after two other workers were freed a day before.
Witkoff, Kushner visit Moscow in latest push to end war in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a three-day halt in Russian strikes on Kyiv during the U.S. envoys' visit to the Ukrainian capital, the Kremlin said.
Senior aides to U.K.'s Nigel Farage step down in scandal over undercover report
Two senior aides to Nigel Farage, the firebrand leader of the U.K.'s populist Reform party, have stepped down in the wake of an investigative news report.
Is a far-right party on the precipice of power in a German state?
AfD Saxony-Anhalt is a racist extremist group, according to the German state's intelligence agency. The party may well trounce its rivals in this weekend's state election.
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New movies to look out for this fall
The fall movie season is here. Variety senior entertainment writer Angelique Jackson joins CBS News to preview some of the films coming out over the next few months.
Beyoncé drops "B-Day" 20th anniversary edition
Beyoncé is celebrating her birthday on Friday by dropping a 20th anniversary edition of her defining album, "B'Day." SiriusXM Radio host Lamar Dawson joins CBS News with a look at Queen Bey's album and other pop culture news.
Wahlberg and Abdul-Mateen talk "By Any Means"
The murders of real civil rights activists in Mississippi inspired "By All Means," a crime thriller which explores the two figures working to build trust and serve justice. Stars Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II joined "CBS Mornings" to share their experience with the film.
KIND Snacks founder on his new podcast
"Shark Tank" judge and KIND Snacks founder Daniel Lubetzky joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new podcast, "Build or Break," where he sits down with fellow entrepreneurs and industry disruptors.
Gloria Steinem dies at 92
Gloria Steinem, a feminist icon and a pioneer in the women's liberation movement, has died at 92. CBS News' Jarred Hill looks back at her historic career.
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FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
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.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
Testing London's first self-driving taxis
The first self-driving taxis have launched in London. Uber has 15 vehicles operating in the city with a required supervisor in the car. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry took an autonomous ride with Wayve co-founder and CEO Alex Kendall, whose AI technology is powering the robotaxis in London's iconic Westminster.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
Aggressive passenger duct-taped mid-flight
A man was duct-taped to his first-class seat on an American Airlines flight and later arrested after allegedly exhibiting violent behavior, and forcing the flight to be diverted. Kris Van Cleave has the story.
What Lindsay Clancy mistrial ruling means
The Massachusetts trial of Lindsay Clancy, the mother charged with murdering her three young children, ended in a hung jury on Friday. Shanelle Kaul reports and Caroline Polisi has legal analysis.
How the Lindsay Clancy case got to a mistrial
Was Lindsay Clancy legally responsible for the killing of her three young children? After 41 days, we are no closer to an answer as the judge has ruled a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul and Caroline Polisi break down how the case ended with a hung jury.
Clancy attorney speaks out after mistrial
Lindsay Clancy's criminal defense attorney, Kevin Reddington, held a news conference on Friday after a judge declared a mistrial in the case. Watch his full remarks.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Summer music highlights of 2026
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Reform U.K. accused of breaking foreign funding law
Reform U.K.'s annual convention comes amid fresh controversy after an undercover investigation alleged that senior figures in Nigel Farage's party discussed securing foreign funding, which is prohibited under British law. Reform denies wrongdoing, saying it was the victim of a hoax. CBS News reporter Inaya Folarin Iman has the details.
New movies to look out for this fall
The fall movie season is here. Variety senior entertainment writer Angelique Jackson joins CBS News to preview some of the films coming out over the next few months.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
Beyoncé drops "B-Day" 20th anniversary edition
Beyoncé is celebrating her birthday on Friday by dropping a 20th anniversary edition of her defining album, "B'Day." SiriusXM Radio host Lamar Dawson joins CBS News with a look at Queen Bey's album and other pop culture news.
NFL opposes certain prediction market bets
The NFL is demanding that prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket stop offering risky bets that can be easily influenced by one person. Mark Strassman has the story.