U.N. ambassador says Biden refugee plan a "first step" to boost admissions
President Biden's decision to maintain the Trump-era ceiling of 15,000 refugee admissions for this year was met with swift backlash.
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Democrats unveil bill to expand Supreme Court to 13 justices
But House Speaker Nancy Pelosi swiftly said 12 hours later that she would not bring the bill to the floor for a vote.
Biden announces sweeping new Russia sanctions
The sanctions target more than 30 Russian entities and include the expulsion of 10 Russian officials.
White House names Erika Moritsugu to AAPI liaison position
The White House committed to creating the new role amid pressure from Democratic Senators Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Mazie Hirono of Hawaii.
Biden announces withdrawal of all U.S. troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
"It's time to end the forever war," President Biden said.
Biden to withdraw all troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
All forces will be withdrawn by September 11, 2021, the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Under Trump border rule that Biden has kept, few can seek asylum
Just 0.3% of more than 600,000 migrants expelled by U.S. border officials under a pandemic-era policy have been allowed to pursue U.S. refuge.
Biden to address joint session of Congress on April 28
The address is not an official State of the Union because a president's first speech before Congress is not considered a State of the Union.
Biden to nominate the first woman to serve as Army Secretary
Christine Wormuth previously served in the National Security Council and then as the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy in the Obama administration.
Biden to announce picks for DHS immigration, cybersecurity posts
Absent from his list of DHS appointments is a director for Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
White House issues reports on states' infrastructure needs
President Biden is poised to meet with a bipartisan group of lawmakers Monday to discuss his infrastructure plan.
Police reform stalls in Washington a year after George Floyd's death
Police reform remains a fixture in the public's mind as the trial for George Floyd's killing proceeds. What is Washington doing?
Gun control advocacy group urges government to act "today"
Brown, who represented Brady at the president's press conference Thursday, said there was "no one better in national office" than Mr. Biden to lead today's gun control effort.
Biden announces executive actions to curb gun violence "epidemic"
The president nominated David Chipman, a former special agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, to lead the agency.
Biden says inaction on infrastructure "not an option"
The president touted the $2 trillion American Jobs Plan and defended raising the corporate tax rate to pay for it.
Biden moves up deadline for COVID vaccine eligibility to April 19
Mr. Biden also touted that as of Monday, 150 million vaccinations had been administered since he took office.
Dems OK'd to use reconciliation for infrastructure bill
The determination could be key for Democrats with a 50-50 Senate.
Biden pledges Ukraine "unwavering support" amid Russian "aggression"
A flareup of violence and a bolstered Russian military presence near the border are stoking fears that a long simmering war could reignite.
Schumer eyes obscure maneuver to pass Biden's infrastructure bill
The Senate parliamentarian could rule as early as Friday on whether to allow for another budget reconciliation bill this year.
Biden names 5 Cabinet secretaries to spearhead infrastructure push
President Biden announced that five cabinet secretaries would represent him in efforts to get the plan through Congress.
Deb Haaland on the emotional moment Biden offered her the job
Haaland spoke about what it means for Native Americans to have a seat at the table as she leads the U.S. Department of the Interior.
Feds drop Trump plan to cut food stamps for 700,000 Americans
U.S. Department of Agriculture said it is abandoning efforts to tighten work requirements for food stamps.
White House makes case for popularity of American Jobs Plan
The White House memo cites polling showing that parts of the massive plan are broadly popular with Americans.
Biden launches community corps to boost COVID vaccinations
The Department of Health and Human Services is rolling out a campaign called "We Can Do This" featuring television and social media ads.
Pentagon announces new policies on transgender troops
The updated policies come on Trans Day of Visibility.
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Gottlieb says FDA could lift J&J vaccine pause with restrictions, warnings
Gottlieb said the vaccine could be reserved for use in older individuals.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
U.N. ambassador says Biden refugee plan a "first step" to boost admissions
President Biden's decision to maintain the Trump-era ceiling of 15,000 refugee admissions for this year was met with swift backlash.
Transcript: Linda Thomas-Greenfield on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation.
Macron says Biden is "100% right" to push for more action on climate change
"It's time to deliver. It's time to rush, and President Biden is 100% right to do so," Macron said in an interview with "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Emmanuel Macron on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with French President Emmanuel Macron that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Macron says France close to easing restrictions for vaccinated travelers
France is in its third country-wide lockdown as it confronts another surge in coronavirus infections.
Fauci expects decision on resuming Johnson & Johnson vaccine by Friday
The CDC and FDA jointly recommended last week a pause on the use of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine.
Americans support U.S. engaging globally on climate — CBS News poll
Majority of Americans say issue needs to be addressed right now.
George W. Bush on painting a new vision of immigrants
The former president's latest passion is celebrating the contributions of immigrants to our country (as seen in his book of portraits, "Out of Many, One"), which he hopes will help foster a more respectful attitude – and aid reform.
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Climate change becomes the harp seal's newest threat
This year's tour season was canceled because the ice was too thin for choppers to land.
U.N. ambassador says Biden refugee plan a "first step" to boost admissions
President Biden's decision to maintain the Trump-era ceiling of 15,000 refugee admissions for this year was met with swift backlash.
Transcript: Linda Thomas-Greenfield on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation.
Macron says Biden is "100% right" to push for more action on climate change
"It's time to deliver. It's time to rush, and President Biden is 100% right to do so," Macron said in an interview with "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Emmanuel Macron on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with French President Emmanuel Macron that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Crowd gathers Chicago to remember Adam Toledo
The group of people planned to walk around Toledo's neighborhood near where an officer fatally shot him in March.
Manhunt underway in Austin after 3 killed in shooting
Police said they believe the shooting was a "domestic situation" and an isolated incident.
Half of U.S. adults have received at least one COVID vaccination
About 50.4% of the total U.S. adult population have received at least one dose of the vaccine as the global death toll from COVID surpassed 3 million people.
ACM Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees
Maren Morris leads the way with five nominations, one of them as a member of The Highwomen, which scored a group of the year nomination.
NASA readies its $80 million Mars helicopter for maiden flight
NASA's test flight early Monday depends on a software fix to overcome a computer commanding issue.
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Gottlieb says FDA could lift J&J vaccine pause with restrictions, warnings
Gottlieb said the vaccine could be reserved for use in older individuals.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb that aired April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
U.N. ambassador says Biden refugee plan a "first step" to boost admissions
President Biden's decision to maintain the Trump-era ceiling of 15,000 refugee admissions for this year was met with swift backlash.
Transcript: Linda Thomas-Greenfield on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Linda Thomas-Greenfield, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, that aired Sunday, April 18, 2021, on "Face the Nation.
Macron says Biden is "100% right" to push for more action on climate change
"It's time to deliver. It's time to rush, and President Biden is 100% right to do so," Macron said in an interview with "Face the Nation."
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ACM Awards returns to Nashville after rough year
Nashville has endured many tragedies in the past year, from the downtown bombing to a devastating flood. The Academy of Country Music Awards returns to Nashville in hopes of healing the country music city after a rough year. Janet Shamlian reports.
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ACM Awards 2021: Full list of winners and nominees
Maren Morris leads the way with five nominations, one of them as a member of The Highwomen, which scored a group of the year nomination.
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The revenge thriller "Promising Young Woman": An elegant gut-punch of a film
Oscar-nominee Carey Mulligan talks about her latest film, in which a woman methodically wreaks vengeance after her best friend is sexually assaulted, which has spurred conversations about sexism in Hollywood and female empowerment on screen.
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NASA readies its $80 million Mars helicopter for maiden flight
NASA's test flight early Monday depends on a software fix to overcome a computer commanding issue.
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.
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Climate change becomes the harp seal's newest threat
This year's tour season was canceled because the ice was too thin for choppers to land.
Half of U.S. adults have received at least one COVID vaccination
About 50.4% of the total U.S. adult population have received at least one dose of the vaccine as the global death toll from COVID surpassed 3 million people.
NASA readies its $80 million Mars helicopter for maiden flight
NASA's test flight early Monday depends on a software fix to overcome a computer commanding issue.
Gottlieb says FDA could lift J&J vaccine pause with restrictions, warnings
Gottlieb said the vaccine could be reserved for use in older individuals.
Fauci expects decision on resuming Johnson & Johnson vaccine by Friday
The CDC and FDA jointly recommended last week a pause on the use of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine.
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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.
Half of U.S. adults have received at least one COVID vaccination
About 50.4% of the total U.S. adult population have received at least one dose of the vaccine as the global death toll from COVID surpassed 3 million people.
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.
Gottlieb says FDA could lift J&J vaccine pause with restrictions, warnings
Gottlieb said the vaccine could be reserved for use in older individuals.
Fauci expects decision on resuming Johnson & Johnson vaccine by Friday
The CDC and FDA jointly recommended last week a pause on the use of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine.
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FedEx cellphone policy under scrutiny after deadly shooting
Employees at the Indianapolis facility couldn't get to their cellphones to call family or alert police.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
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.
NJ deli valued at $100 million. That scares one top investor.
Top hedge fund manager frets that the market may be "possibly in the process of breaking completely."
NBA great Dwyane Wade becomes part owner of the Utah Jazz
"This goes way beyond the dream I had to just play basketball in the NBA," Wade said.
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Crowd gathers Chicago to remember Adam Toledo
The group of people planned to walk around Toledo's neighborhood near where an officer fatally shot him in March.
Manhunt underway in Austin after 3 killed in shooting
Police said they believe the shooting was a "domestic situation" and an isolated incident.
3 dead and 3 hurt in shooting at Wisconsin bar
Police said Sunday evening that a person of interest is in custody.
Why Crosley Green's freedom still hangs in the balance
Inside Green's long-awaited and emotional homecoming, and why his newfound freedom could be short-lived.
Tamir Rice's family asks Justice Department to reopen case
Rice's family wants federal prosecutors to convene a grand jury to consider charges against the police officers.
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NASA readies its $80 million Mars helicopter for maiden flight
NASA's test flight early Monday depends on a software fix to overcome a computer commanding issue.
Life aboard the International Space Station
One of the most out-of-this-world travel destinations is 250 miles above the Earth, where scientific studies include the effects of long-term exposure to weightlessness, and the feasibility of extended travel into deep space.
NASA astronaut returns safely to Earth after six months in space
Astronaut Kate Rubins arrived in a parachute landing southeast of the town Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
Soyuz crew heads home, SpaceX Crew Dragon prepped for launch
Three space station fliers returned to Earth amid preparations for SpaceX Crew Dragon launch Thursday.
SpaceX wins $2.9 billion contract for NASA moon lander
The contract covers an unpiloted test flight and a flight to carry two astronauts to the lunar surface.
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Locked up for half his life, Crosley Green tastes freedom
A federal judge says Crosley Green was wrongfully convicted of murder. "48 Hours" spends the first hours of freedom with the Florida man.
Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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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.
ACM Awards returns to Nashville after rough year
Nashville has endured many tragedies in the past year, from the downtown bombing to a devastating flood. The Academy of Country Music Awards returns to Nashville in hopes of healing the country music city after a rough year. Janet Shamlian reports.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.