Obama's poll numbers on 2nd Inauguration Day
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Will Obama make history with his second inaugural speech?
Incumbent presidents don't have much success in making the history books the second time around
A guide to today's inaugural events
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Obama: Staying "true to our creed" requires strong middle class
President Obama in his second inaugural address said the United States remains true to its creed "when a little girl born into the bleakest poverty knows that she has the same chance to succeed as anybody else."
Obama: Life, liberty, happiness self-evident but not "self-executing"
In his second inauguration address, President Obama said the unalienable rights outlined in the Declaration of Independence are "a gift from God," but "must be secured by His people here on Earth."
President Obama's second inaugural speech
President Obama was sworn in in front of thousands of Americans in The National Mall
Obama vows to "carry on" work of MLK, civil rights leaders
On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President Obama nodded to the work of civil rights leaders in his inauguration speech, and said it is "now our generation's task to carry on what those pioneers began," including equality for women and gay Americans.
D.C. police brace for inauguration bash
2,000 extra officers from across country drafted in to control crowds, with as many as 700,000 expected to attend
Richard Blanco shares original poem at inauguration
Poet Richard Blanco shared words he composed for President Obama's inauguration
Brinkley on inaugural address: "A great civil rights speech"
Presidential historian Douglas Brinkley talks about President Barack Obama's inaugural address and how it focused on "ordinary people fighting for ordinary rights"
Kelly Clarkson sings "My Country, 'Tis of Thee"
Singer Kelly Clarkson performed during President Obama's inauguration ceremony
WEB EXTRA: Designer on dressing a first lady
Fashion designer Michael Faircloth -- the man responsible for Laura Bush's first inaugural gown -- talks about keeping up with the first lady on Inauguration Day
Myrlie Evers-Williams gives the inaugural invocation
Myrlie Evers-Williams, former chair of the NAACP, delivers the invocation at President Obama's second inauguration
James Taylor performs "America the Beautiful" at inauguration 2013
Music legend James Taylor performs "America the Beautiful" at President Obama's second-term inauguration.
Obama: "We will respond to the threat of climate change"
President Barack Obama talks about climate change in his inaugural address.
Sotomayor swears in Biden for second term
Sonia Sotomayor, Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, swears in Vice President Joe Biden for his second term in office
Former U.S. Presidents Carter, Clinton arrive at inauguration 2013
Former U.S. Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton arrive with fanfare to President Obama's second-term inauguration.
Powell on Obama's second term: "I'm glad he was reelected"
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell speaks about how President Obama's second term will be different than his first
Axelrod on Obama's vision for economy
Scott Pelley speaks with President Obama's political advisor Jim Axelrod
Obamas leave church on Inauguration Day
The first family is seen leaving a church service at St. John's Episcopal Church before the inauguration
Blair House: A look inside the president's guesthouse
Built in 1824 and located across the street from the White House, Blair House is where royalty, diplomats and politicians stay
Angela Bassett on inauguration, Coretta Scott King
Actress Angela Bassett talks to CBS News' Byron Pitts from the National Mall about Inauguration Day and her upcoming film in which she stars as Coretta Scott King
Luntz on inauguration: A chance to reset everything
Republican strategist Frank Luntz speaks about President Obama's second inaugural address
Sen. Gillibrand "hopeful" for break in gridlock
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., speaks on the challenges facing President Obama in his second term
Eye Opener at 9: Eyes on Michelle's inaugural gown
All eyes are on first lady Michelle Obama's gown for the Inaugural Ball
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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 their 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.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
Referee denied entry into U.S. was talking to "very bad people," official says
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
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.
Kennedy Center to establish new endowment in Trump's name
The establishment of the fund comes less than two weeks after a judge ruled the Kennedy Center's board acted unlawfully in adding the president's name to the performing arts center.
Trump says U.S. deal with Iran "is now complete"
The U.S. and Iran are expected to meet for a signing ceremony on Friday, June 19, in Switzerland, Pakistan's prime minister said.
Mitch McConnell admitted to the hospital, spokesperson says
Sen. Mitch McConnell was admitted to the hospital Sunday morning, a spokesperson for the Republican confirmed to CBS News.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 14, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Defense Secretary and Sen. Mark Warner join Margaret Brennan.
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"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.
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.
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.
BASE jumping accident kills 2 including well-known extreme athlete Andy Lewis
A BASE jumping accident in a Utah canyon killed two people including a daredevil athlete best known for performing onstage with Madonna at the 2012 Super Bowl, authorities said.
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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.
Oil prices sink, stocks soar after Trump announces deal with Iran
Markets rally on expectations that the agreement will ease global energy supply concerns, though analysts warn gas prices may remain elevated for some time.
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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 their 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.
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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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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.
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.
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.
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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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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.
What we know about alleged D.C. attack plot
The alleged plot targeting the White House's UFC event on Sunday involved drones and explosives, court documents show. At least one suspect, 19-year-old Tycen Proper, has been arrested in Ohio. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
Teen accused of killing stepsister on cruise to be jailed pending trial
The teen was initially released pending trial after being charged as a juvenile, but after he was charged as an adult, a judge ruled he was no longer subject to rules regarding juvenile detention.
U.S. citizen released, no charges after accusations of abuse in Colombia
A video of the alleged incident circulated widely on social media, but Colombia's president later said the man "apparently did not" abuse any children.
Man caught with 150 live venomous scorpions at airport
Police released an image of the venomous scorpions, which appear to be individually wrapped in plastic.
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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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Affidavit: Alleged White House-UFC attack plans
The FBI on Tuesday said it thwarted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House. Court records show what the alleged plot entailed. CBS News' Jake Rosen has those details and former NYPD Deputy Commissioner Richard Esposito joins with analysis.
Trump, Kemp split over GA Senate runoff
Today's Republican runoff in Georgia will determine who faces Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. President Trump and Gov. Brian Kemp's opposing endorsements highlight a split in the Republican Party, CBS News political director Fin Gómez explains.
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Rabbi helps Jamaica recover from hurricane
Jamaica was ravaged by Hurricane Melissa late in October 2025. Months later, efforts to rebuild across the island continue. Chabad of Jamaica's Rabbi Yaakov Raskin reflects on the ongoing recovery process.
Texas flooding prompts disaster declaration
Flooding in Texas prompted Gov. Greg Abbott to issue a disaster declaration on Monday. CBS News' Jason Allen has the latest.