Biden announces Pete Buttigieg as pick to lead Transportation Department
If confirmed by the Senate, Buttigieg would be the first openly gay Senate-approved member of the Cabinet.
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Biden endorsed by Buttigieg, Klobuchar and O'Rourke
The endorsements of Biden's former opponents come amid perhaps the most fluid two days so far in the 14-month Democratic presidential race.
Pete Buttigieg drops out of presidential race
Buttigieg emerged from the Iowa caucuses with the most delegates and came in second in New Hampshire, but finished third in Nevada and fourth in South Carolina.
Jimmy Carter: Buttigieg "doesn't know what he's going to do" after South Carolina
Buttigieg said South Carolina was a "convincing" victory for former Vice President Joe Biden.
Buttigieg struggles to win over minority voters
Buttigieg frequently argued on the campaign trail that performing well in Iowa and New Hampshire, which are mostly white, would demonstrate his ability to win.
9-year-old asks Pete Buttigieg advice for coming out
"I don't think you need a lot of advice from me on bravery," Buttigieg said, in part. "You seem pretty strong."
Buttigieg campaign alleges "irregularities" in Nevada results
"Given how close the race is between second and third place, we ask that you take these steps before releasing any final data," Pete Buttigieg's campaign wrote.
Pete Buttigieg: "I'm offering a better way" in the race to beat Trump
The former South Bend mayor spoke to CBS News on the eve of the Nevada caucuses.
Buttigieg, Sanders campaigns request partial recount in Iowa
The Iowa Democratic Party said it will examine requests from Sanders and Buttigieg for a recount of a total of 63 precincts.
George Zimmerman sues Buttigieg and Warren for defamation
Zimmerman accused the candidates of "maliciously publishing false and misleading" tweets about his shooting of Trayvon Martin to "garner votes in the black community."
Buttigieg hits back at Limbaugh over homophobic remarks
Rush Limbaugh said last week that America is not ready for a gay president. Now, Pete Buttigieg is hitting back.
Buttigieg defends big-money donors as necessary to beat Trump
The former South Bend mayor defended himself against criticism from Sanders over donors to his campaign.
Battleground Tracker poll: In New Hampshire, Sanders' support v. Buttigieg bounce
The primary race in New Hampshire remains fluid before voters go to the polls Tuesday. Only 39% of likely voters say they've definitely made up their minds.
Buttigieg says he knows he has work to do in New Hampshire
The former South Bend mayor said the campaign is "absolutely electrified."
Woman tries to change vote after learning Buttigieg is gay
"I guess what I would like you to do is just dig deep inside and think, should it matter?" a patient caucus worker replied.
Buttigieg says he'll leave it to the pundits to define success in Iowa
"It is, of course, very important for us to do well in Iowa," the former South Bend mayor told "Face the Nation."
With Iowa caucuses days away, Democrats begin to trade barbs on the trail
Joe Biden is contrasting himself with the competition...and he handed CBS News a copy of his talking points on Bernie Sanders' campaign.
Pete Buttigieg ramps up rhetoric against Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders
The millennial veteran has acknowledged in recent weeks that he needs to "show versus tell" that he's the best candidate to face President Trump.
Buttigieg campaign responds to allegations from minority staffers
Buttigieg's deputy campaign manager Hari Sevugan tweeted Tuesday morning that the conversations on diversity within campaigns are "difficult" and "necessary."
Transcript: Pete Buttigieg talks with Ed O'Keefe on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Pete Buttigieg conducted by CBS News' Ed O'Keefe.
Buttigieg warns Sanders could alienate GOP and independent voters
Buttigieg also discussed Trump's comments on injured military service members in Iraq and countering the rise of Mike Bloomberg.
Buttigieg embraces moderate message in days before Iowa caucuses
He's emphasizing the importance of building a broad coalition and emphasizing the importance of unity two weeks away from the caucuses.
Pete Buttigieg lands key New Hampshire endorsement
New Hampshire Congresswoman Annie Kuster is the first member of the first-in-the-nation primary state's congressional delegation to back a presidential contender.
Pete Buttigieg ends the year by raking in nearly $25 million
Over the course of the year, the now-former South Bend mayor raised over $76 million
Buttigieg releases names of donor bundlers
It's the latest in a series of disclosures from his campaign after increasing pressure from Senator Elizabeth Warren and others to be more transparent.
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Oath Keepers member first to plead guilty in Capitol riot
The plea deal comes 100 days after the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Scammers targeting people seeking federal funeral assistance
Fraudsters are looking to victimize applicants to U.S. program that offers up to $9,000 to help bury COVID-19 victims.
House GOP members who supported or criticized Trump see higher fundraising
GOP members who objected to the 2020 election results or voted for Trump's impeachment saw rise in individual donors.
Biden retains Trump's historic-low refugee cap, angering allies
While he plans to scrap Trump-era categories that narrowed who could be resettled in the U.S., Mr. Biden will not be increasing the record-low 15,000-spot refugee ceiling.
House passes equal pay bill, but it's likely to stall in the Senate
The House passed the Paycheck Fairness Act on Thursday, which aims to decrease the gender wage gap.
Watch Live: Biden welcomes Japan's leader as he rallies allies to counter China
Right now, Japan is one of the few industrialized nations not sanctioning China for human rights abuses. The U.S. would like that to change.
Iran claims higher-level uranium enrichment as nuclear talks teeter
Biden is trying to revive the international deal his predecessor walked away from, but the clock is ticking, and Iran is fuming over an attack on its nuclear infrastructure.
Republican lawmakers in Florida send "anti-riot" bill to governor
The measure was sent to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a Republican, as new protests erupted this week in a Minneapolis suburb after another fatal police shooting of a Black man.
Mike Pence undergoes surgery to have pacemaker implanted
"The routine surgery was successful, and he is expected to fully recover and return to normal activity in the coming days," Pence's office said.
Science journalist says earth is on "verge of another mass extinction"
The New Yorker's Elizabeth Kolbert spoke to CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett this week on "The Takeout" podcast.
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Actress Helen McCrory dies at 52
Her husband and fellow actor Damian Lewis she "died peacefully at home surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family"
Biden retains Trump's historic-low refugee cap, angering allies
While he plans to scrap Trump-era categories that narrowed who could be resettled in the U.S., Mr. Biden will not be increasing the record-low 15,000-spot refugee ceiling.
Prince Philip's apology letter to Richard Nixon revealed
Prince Philip said he had woken up "in a cold sweat" after realizing his mistake.
Navalny says Russian prison officials threatening to force feed him
The jailed Putin critic has been on a hunger strike, and says a prison worker warned him of a "serious deterioration in health and risk" if he doesn't start eating again.
How to watch Prince Philip's funeral
A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said last week the funeral "very much reflects the Duke's wishes."
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Watch Live: Mother of Daunte Wright's 2-year-old son speaks
Wright was fatally shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in suburban Minneapolis on Sunday.
Live Updates: Motive unknown after 8 killed at Indianapolis FedEx facility
Five others were wounded. Police say it appears the gunman took his own life.
Women can't win when they push for higher pay, study finds
Call for women to "lean in" may only go so far — especially for high-achieving women empowered to ask for more.
Mother urges Texas lawmakers not to pass anti-trans bill
"If this bill becomes law, that, senators, is child abuse," said Amber Briggle, the mother of a trans 13-year-old.
Oath Keepers member first to plead guilty in Capitol riot
The plea deal comes 100 days after the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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Oath Keepers member first to plead guilty in Capitol riot
The plea deal comes 100 days after the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Scammers targeting people seeking federal funeral assistance
Fraudsters are looking to victimize applicants to U.S. program that offers up to $9,000 to help bury COVID-19 victims.
House GOP members who supported or criticized Trump see higher fundraising
GOP members who objected to the 2020 election results or voted for Trump's impeachment saw rise in individual donors.
Biden retains Trump's historic-low refugee cap, angering allies
While he plans to scrap Trump-era categories that narrowed who could be resettled in the U.S., Mr. Biden will not be increasing the record-low 15,000-spot refugee ceiling.
House passes equal pay bill, but it's likely to stall in the Senate
The House passed the Paycheck Fairness Act on Thursday, which aims to decrease the gender wage gap.
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Actress Helen McCrory dies at 52
Her husband and fellow actor Damian Lewis she "died peacefully at home surrounded by a wave of love from friends and family"
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World premiere of "In the Heights" to open 2021 Tribeca Film Festival
Jon M. Chu's film version of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony Award-winning musical will be screened in all five boroughs of New York City.
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Brothers Osborne open up about their personal lives and the impact on their careers
Preview: In interviews to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" and "CBS This Morning," the country music hitmakers discuss John's mental health struggles and T.J. coming out as gay.
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SpaceX Crew Dragon cleared for launch
The flight will mark the third piloted launch of SpaceX's futuristic astronaut ferry ship.
Bezos vows to make Amazon "Earth's Best Employer"
Bezos said in a letter to shareholders that he isn't comforted by the failure of the unionization effort in Bessemer, Alabama.
Facebook reaches 100% renewable-energy milestone
The company said it now buys enough renewable electricity to power all its data centers and offices around the world.
NBA stars, "Steve Urkel" actor pile into growing cannabis biz
Jaleel White, who portrayed the quirky nerd in the 1990s sitcom "Family Matters," is launching a cannabis line.
NFL star Malcolm Jenkins opens door for Black tech investors
The New Orleans Saints' Malcolm Jenkins launched Broad Street Ventures to help spur tech investment by people of color.
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SpaceX Crew Dragon cleared for launch
The flight will mark the third piloted launch of SpaceX's futuristic astronaut ferry ship.
Biden working to ensure U.S. will have booster COVID-19 shots, if necessary
The announcement comes as drugmakers are touting their progress in developing the additional shots.
Science journalist says earth is on "verge of another mass extinction"
The New Yorker's Elizabeth Kolbert spoke to CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett this week on "The Takeout" podcast.
COVID-19 "long-haulers" cope with lasting virus symptoms
A dedicated marathon runner is having to relearn how to breathe after contracting the coronavirus.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin moves closer to passenger launches
After Wednesday's 15th unpiloted test flight, the system appears to be on the verge of commercial operations, giving six passengers at a time a few minutes of weightlessness and an out-of-this-world view.
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The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
Biden working to ensure U.S. will have booster COVID-19 shots, if necessary
The announcement comes as drugmakers are touting their progress in developing the additional shots.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Mike Pence undergoes surgery to have pacemaker implanted
"The routine surgery was successful, and he is expected to fully recover and return to normal activity in the coming days," Pence's office said.
More colleges requiring students to get COVID-19 vaccine
Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway says that getting students immunized is vital for schools to reopen.
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Women can't win when they push for higher pay, study finds
Call for women to "lean in" may only go so far — especially for high-achieving women empowered to ask for more.
Scammers target people seeking federal funeral assistance
Fraudsters are looking to victimize applicants to U.S. program that offers up to $9,000 to help bury COVID-19 victims.
Facebook reaches 100% renewable-energy milestone
The company said it now buys enough renewable electricity to power all its data centers and offices around the world.
New York is spending $2B on undocumented workers. Here's why.
"I began to cry of happiness" housekeeper SIxta Leon said after the state agreed to pay undocumented residents up to $15,600 each.
Carolina Herrera's creative director on fashion post-pandemic
On "Facing Forward," Margaret Brennan talks with Carolina Herrera Creative Director Wes Gordon on fashion post-pandemic
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Live Updates: Motive unknown after 8 killed at Indianapolis FedEx facility
Five others were wounded. Police say it appears the gunman took his own life.
Man accused of setting predominantly Black church on fire
Dushko Vulchev, 44, is accused of igniting a fire at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Presbyterian Church in Springfield.
Officials release video from fatal police shooting of 13-year-old
Adam Toledo, a seventh-grader, was fatally shot by a Chicago police officer last month.
Man freed after nearly 32 years in prison craves strawberry ice cream
How Crosley Green, whose conviction has been overturned, spent his first day of freedom.
Ex-cop charged in Daunte Wright's death makes court appearance
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NASA weighs 3 different designs as it shops for new lunar lander
For the first time since the Apollo program, NASA is shopping for a new lander for its Artemis program.
SpaceX Crew Dragon cleared for launch
The flight will mark the third piloted launch of SpaceX's futuristic astronaut ferry ship.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin moves closer to passenger launches
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Software fix planned for Mars helicopter
A new date for the helicopter's maiden flight will be set after updated software is tested.
Soyuz launches crew to space station
A Soyuz spacecraft lifted off from Kazakhstan carrying NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and two cosmonauts to the International Space Station. Watch NASA's live coverage of the launch.
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How to navigate a competitive housing market
Competition in the U.S. housing market is fierce this spring, with surging demand and record-low inventory. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss how sellers and buyers can be prepared.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
Cariol Horne on her reinstated police pension
Former Buffalo, New York police officer Cariol Horne, who was fired more than a decade ago, has won a lawsuit this week to reinstate her pension. It comes a few months after she helped pass a city law aimed at increasing officer accountability. Horne, along with her attorney Intisar Rabb, joined CBSN to discuss her legal victory and the state of law enforcement.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.