Obama's midterm strategy: Do no harm
The president is steering clear of campaign appearances with Democrats in a tough election year, opting to raise money instead
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VA scandal makes its way into the midterm campaign
As Democrats and Republicans demand accountability for the VA's problems, they're pointing fingers at each other
Foreign policy talk "deprives oxygen" from Democrats
As November midterm elections approach, CBS News political director John Dickerson says "depressed" Democrats want to focus on domestic issues
Liberals look to Koch brothers for this year's "47 percent" moment
Ahead of the midterms, Democratic allies are making an aggressive effort to link Republicans to the conservative billionaires
House Democrats roll out policy "action plan" ahead of midterms
In effort to win 17 seats to take back the House majority, Democrats unveil legislative plan focused on pocketbook issues
Pot, abortion, minimum wage among hot-button issues on ballots in Nov.
In most states this year, voters will have a chance to directly set policy on a range of controversial issues
White House: No action on immigration until after midterm elections
Citing Republicans' politicization of the issue, W.H. official says president has tabled for now any executive action on immigration
Republicans keep edge in latest Senate midterm estimate
A new CBS News/New York Times analysis shows the GOP continues to have an advantage in a number of Senate races, though control could still tip either way
Field of dreams
John Dickerson: A mixture of hope and high expectations brings voters out to see presidential candidates, but the midterms are about to dash both
Defend Obamacare unabashedly in 2014 midterms, some Dems say
After a spate of good news, Democrats think they may be able to offer a more robust defense of the health care law, but Republicans aren't stopping the attacks
Is this Rep. John Tierney's last stand?
The 9-term Massachusetts Democrat has a Republican - and a fellow Democrat - trying to end his time in the U.S. House
Obama's immigration delay was political, GOP and Democrats agree
Both parties spy politics in the president's decision to punt any executive action on immigration until after November's midterm elections
Senate Democrats eye new votes on minimum wage, equal pay for women
The proposals are likely to stall, but they could motivate some of Democrats' core voters ahead of the midterm elections in November
Embattled Rep. Michael Grimm won't face trial until after midterm
New York City's lone Republican congressman still faces unlikely odds amid 20 charges including tax fraud and employing undocumented immigrants
5 things to watch on the final primary day of 2014
Voters in five states will head to the polls on Tuesday to wrap up the 2014 primary season
Democrats to get campaign help from Obama - if they want it
Despite his lagging poll numbers, the White House says Obama will hit the campaign trail next month
High-profile Republicans flock to save Sen. Pat Roberts in Kansas
Seeking his 4th term in the Senate, Roberts is facing an unexpectedly tough re-election battle
When is a voter not a voter?
What the enthusiasm gap means for the polls - and for who will win the midterms
Iowa's Senate candidates on the attack in first debate
Democrat Bruce Braley, who's trailing in a new poll, tangled with Republican Joni Ernst
Chris Christie, Michelle Obama bring star power to Wisconsin
The pair campaigned for their party's candidates in the close gubernatorial race
Kansas Sen. Pat Roberts trails Greg Orman in new poll
In another boost to the independent Orman, a Kansas court ruled that the Democrats don't have to replace their withdrawn candidate on the ballot
Scott Walker inches ahead in Wisconsin governor's race
The embattled Republican governor puts a little more space between him and Democratic challenger Mary Burke
In Kentucky Senate race, big names are swooping in to help
With Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell in a tough re-election battle, both candidates are enjoying high-profile political help
Both sides prepare for runoffs in key Senate races
Political parties and outside interest groups are preparing for the possibility that control of the Senate may not be decided until December or January
Jeanne Shaheen, Scott Brown tied in New Hampshire Senate poll
The New Hampshire race is one of several midterm elections that could determine Senate control
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Active shooter incidents rose over 50% in 2021 compared to 2020
There were 60 shootings designated by the FBI as active shooter incidents.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
Senator Chris Van Hollen released from hospital after stroke
The 63-year-old Van Hollen isn't the only high-profile Democrat to be hospitalized for a stroke recently.
Biden launches Indo-Pacific trade deal, warns over inflation
The trade deal is designed to signal U.S. dedication to the contested economic sphere and address the need for stability amid the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Only House Democrat who doesn't support abortion rights faces challenger
The runoff between the two Democrats highlights the nuance of how Latino voters feel about abortion.
Biden says U.S. would intervene militarily if China invades Taiwan
At a Tokyo news conference, he also said he doesn't think a recession is inevitable in the U.S. and there's no need for strict anti-monkeypox quarantine measures.
Robert Gates says NATO expansion "dramatically changes" geopolitics
Gates, who served under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, said Putin's brutal invasion of Ukraine could continue to hurt Russia's economy.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on May 22, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Sen. Rick Scott and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries join Margaret Brennan.
Pennsylvania's John Fetterman released from hospital after stroke
While he was in the hospital recovering, Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman won the Democratic primary for Senate.
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries "very confident" Democrats will hold onto majority
Jeffries' assessment comes shortly after the release of a CBS News poll showing that nearly 70% of Americans say the economy is bad.
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Active shooter incidents rose over 50% in 2021 compared to 2020
There were 60 shootings designated by the FBI as active shooter incidents.
Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sold for $4.5 million at auction
The guitar was expected to sell between $600,000 to $800,000, according to Julien's Auctions. The person who bought it will be displaying it at a free exhibit.
1 found dead, 3 injured on beach after falling down 300-foot cliff
No car was involved in the fall, and authorities say it's unclear how the four people fell.
Bank of America hikes its minimum wage to $22 per hour
Nation's second-largest bank has said it plans to boost the company's baseline hourly pay to $25 by 2025.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
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Bank of America hikes its minimum wage to $22 per hour
Nation's second-largest bank has said it plans to boost the company's baseline hourly pay to $25 by 2025.
Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
After pausing operations in March, caffeine brand completes departure and condemns "horrific attacks on Ukraine."
Military plane carrying 39 tons of baby formula arrives in U.S.
The shipment was the first of several flights carrying infant formula from Europe expected this weekend to relieve the deepening shortage in the U.S.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
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Active shooter incidents rose over 50% in 2021 compared to 2020
There were 60 shootings designated by the FBI as active shooter incidents.
What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
President Biden says proposed trade deal will help the U.S. remain a leading force in Asia.
Senator Chris Van Hollen released from hospital after stroke
The 63-year-old Van Hollen isn't the only high-profile Democrat to be hospitalized for a stroke recently.
Biden launches Indo-Pacific trade deal, warns over inflation
The trade deal is designed to signal U.S. dedication to the contested economic sphere and address the need for stability amid the pandemic and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Only House Democrat who doesn't support abortion rights faces challenger
The runoff between the two Democrats highlights the nuance of how Latino voters feel about abortion.
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New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says
World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S.
How monkeypox spreads and why current cases are something "we've never seen"
As the CDC confirms a case in Boston, Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why the potentially fatal disease, now found in 12 countries outside Africa, is being taken seriously by public health officials.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
Monkeypox cluster cases raising concerns
Cluster cases of monkeypox are rising after the potentially dangerous virus spread to the U.S. and Europe. CBS News’ chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joined “CBS Mornings” to discuss the outbreak.
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Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says
World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S.
Starbucks joins McDonald's in exiting Russia
After pausing operations in March, caffeine brand completes departure and condemns "horrific attacks on Ukraine."
Inside the front-line battle to stop Russia annexing more of Ukraine
"I have my family, I have my kids, and I'm here to protect them and protect my country," one Ukrainian soldier told CBS News. "It's my duty."
Russian diplomat resigns over war in Ukraine: "Never have I been so ashamed"
A veteran Russian diplomat to the U.N. Office at Geneva says he resigned and sent a scathing letter denouncing the "aggressive war unleashed" by President Vladimir Putin.
Irish doctor says "women will die" if Roe v. Wade overturned in U.S.
As America awaits a pivotal Supreme Court ruling, CBS News meets people with very recent experience of life in a country where abortion is illegal.
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Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sold for $4.5 million at auction
The guitar was expected to sell between $600,000 to $800,000, according to Julien's Auctions. The person who bought it will be displaying it at a free exhibit.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker hold Italian wedding
The bride wore a white Dolce and Gabbana mini dress with an ornate veil depicting the Virgin Mary – a theme for her attire throughout the weekend.
“SNL” says farewell to cast members
During its season finale over the weekend, “Saturday Night Live” said farewell to cast members Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson, Aidy Bryant and Kyle Mooney as they made their final appearances on the show.
Watch Live: Testimony continues in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard libel trial
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Thrift shopping: Making fashion more sustainable
Secondhand shopping, also known as upcycling, is one of fashion's fastest-growing trends. Correspondent Serena Altschul looks at how getting new use from unwanted clothes is becoming a $35 billion market.
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Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Tracking your health data through wearable devices
Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer.
Elon Musk visits Brazil's Bolsonaro to discuss Amazon plans
Billionaire's Starlink satellite venture will provide internet service for rural schools and monitor the rainforest.
Tech giants fight new Texas social media law
Big tech like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are seeking to block a Texas law that prohibits social media platforms from banning users based on their political views. CBS news reporter Dan Patterson joins Nancy Chen and Tanya Rivero to discuss the legislation.
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U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
Prehistoric dolphin species discovered in landlocked Switzerland
Twenty million years ago, Switzerland's low-lying parts were covered in an ocean teeming with fish, sharks and dolphins.
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Man convicted of murder and rape 2 years after teen found dead
Police originally treated Britney Ujaky's disappearance as a runaway case.
Mother arrested after her 6-year-old son found dead in car trunk
A woman whose family took Eli Hart in for almost a year said social workers "failed this child big-time."
Woman arrested after 6-year-old found dead
A man and a 28-year-old woman have been arrested after police found her 6-year-old son's body in the trunk of her bloodied car in a Minneapolis suburb, authorities and family members said. Family members identified the boy as Eli Hart. Adam Duxter reports for CBS Minnesota.
Sex crime conviction doesn't require a victim, court rules
Carlocito Slim argued he was just looking for a massage when he responded to an ad on the Backpage website.
Police press hunt for gunman who killed passenger on NYC subway train
Police said the attack that left Daniel Enriquez dead was apparently random. It was the latest in a string of violent incidents on NYC subway trains and in stations.
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
Met Gala 2022: The hottest red carpet arrivals
If it glittered or dazzled, it was likely being worn by a celeb at fashion's biggest party of the year
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
Trump tests influence ahead of Georgia primary
Former President Donald Trump is looking to flex his political influence in Georgia's Republican primaries this week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins us from Atlanta with the latest.
Supreme Court to weigh in on N.Y. gun law
The Supreme Court is expected to issue its ruling soon on a Second Amendment challenge to a New York law restricting who is allowed to carry firearms in public. Robert Spitzer, a distinguished service professor emeritus of political science at the State University of New York College at Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss what the court's opinion could mean for gun laws nationwide.
How the U.S. generic drug supply chain works
“This is as clear as mud,” says Bill Whitaker as two former drug supply executives diagram the complex generic drug supply chain. “These are things to create lack of transparency to pricing,” says former high-ranking generic drug exec Bill Simmons. https://cbsn.ws/3wHojZ0