McCarthy announces Biden impeachment inquiry, escalating GOP probes
"This logical next step will give our committees the full power to gather all the facts and answers for the American public," the speaker said.
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"This logical next step will give our committees the full power to gather all the facts and answers for the American public," the speaker said.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Tuesday that he is directing House committees to open a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden, escalating GOP lawmakers' investigations into the president and his family's foreign business dealings. CBS New York's Dick Brennan reports.
McCarthy says the House Oversight Committee's investigation found a "culture of corruption" around the Biden family.
It appears President Joe Biden's son will avoid jail time. CBS2's Maurice Dubois reports.
With just two days to spare, President Joe Biden has signed legislation that lifts the nation's debt ceiling.
The move suspends the nation's debt limit for two years. CBS2's Dick Brennan has the breaking details.
The House passed the bill to raise the debt ceiling Wednesday. Now, the Senate will take it up.
A majority of Democrats and a majority of Republicans voted in favor of the Fiscal Responsibility Act.
Rep. Thomas Massie broke with two other conservatives on the House Rules Committee to advance the legislation to the House floor.
Congress stands at odds about the deal reached between President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy, but it must pass by June 5 to avoid the government defaulting on its bills.
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy announced late Saturday that they had reached an agreement in principle to raise the debt ceiling. Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tells "Face the Nation" that he expects his caucus to vote for the deal because it "protects" Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, veterans and the "American people."
CBS2's Cristian Benavides has more on what's in the deal.
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
The House Democratic leader said he can guarantee the U.S. will not default on its debt.
Congress will have to pass the deal to raise the country's debt limit and avoid a potential catastrophe for the economy.
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached the agreement just days before the default deadline. CBS2's Cristian Benavides reports.
With a June 5 deadline looming, negotiations are continuing in Washington this weekend. CBS2's Cristian Benavides reports.
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy huddled yet again as the debt ceiling "X" date nears.
McCarthy said Sunday that he had a "productive" call with Mr. Biden as the president returns from the G-7 conference in Japan.
President Biden is set to meet with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and other key legislators on Tuesday.
McCarthy is in a showdown with Pres. Biden over raising the debt ceiling.
They want the embattled Republican out now, and they called on House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to get it done.
Jeff Wisenfeld, the son of Holocaust survivors, helped pen a letter to McCarthy urging him to oust Santos.
"I respectfully urge Congress to act promptly to protect the full faith and credit of the United States," Yellen wrote to congressional leaders.
Grant Lally, the Republican lawyer who runs the GOP-leaning "The North Shore Leader" refused to endorse Santos from the start, CBS2's Jennifer McLogan reports.
Two teens and a construction worker were hurt in a house explosion in Newark Saturday.
Bronx Week is back on. Last week, Borough President Vanessa Gibson said the multi-day event had been put on pause this year to the budget deficit.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night. The shutdown will leave thousands with fewer emergency care options.
Thousands of runners are getting ready to run the New York City half-marathon Sunday. Here's the weather forecast, route map, street closures and everything to know about the event.
Bronx Week is back on. Last week, Borough President Vanessa Gibson said the multi-day event had been put on pause this year to the budget deficit.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Thousands of runners are getting ready to run the New York City half-marathon Sunday. Here's the weather forecast, route map, street closures and everything to know about the event.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
Jews and Muslims came together at Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side in a shared call for peace Friday night.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
It will be rainy on Thursday morning, and the weather will change to snow as temperatures drop across the Tri-State Area.
Thunderstorms are expected in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut this weekend after severe weather hit the Midwest.
Periods of rain will move through the New York area Thursday, but spring temperatures are on the way for the weekend.
Snow and rain will make for messy morning and evening commutes for New Yorkers on Tuesday. It's a First Alert Weather Day.
Two teens and a construction worker were hurt in a house explosion in Newark Saturday.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night. The shutdown will leave thousands with fewer emergency care options.
The New York area is in for a mild weekend before the weather takes a turn to start the work week.
At least 10 dead geese were recently found at Verona Park in Essex County, New Jersey.
Overhead wire problems at the Portal Bridge forced the suspension of some NJ Transit and Amtrak trains Friday.
Prosecutors said Matthew Smith fended off efforts to hand over his car keys before the crash that killed Nassau County police officer Patricia Espinosa.
A Manorville breeder was charged with animal neglect after dogs and puppies were allegedly left alone in poor conditions as a blizzard struck New York.
A father and son died in an overnight fire on Long Island. Kenneth Roberts, 42, and his son Mekhi, 12, were trapped in intense smoke inside a basement apartment.
Jones Beach will host a series of special events commemorating America's 250th birthday this summer.
A Long Island woman is reuniting with the NYU Langone medical team that helped deliver her baby after she suffered from kidney failure.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani denounced Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's anti-Muslim social media post during a Ramadan event.
President Trump's comments came shortly after he said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on a vital Iranian oil hub.
A New Jersey toddler's death after falling more than 20 stories has prompted new legislation designed to ensure windows are properly guarded in apartment buildings across the state.
The first case of mpox clade I has been detected in New York City, health officials said Friday. Of the two types of mpox, clade I is known to cause more severe disease and death.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night. The shutdown will leave thousands with fewer emergency care options.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
A new study shows toxic forever chemicals known as PFAS may be entering the food chain on Long Island through contaminated soil, water and air.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Legendary New York City television news anchor Ernie Anastos has died. His wife says he died early Thursday morning of pneumonia.
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Actress Daryl Hannah explains why the depiction of herself in the FX miniseries "Love Story" is unacceptable in an op-ed in Friday's New York Times.
Justin Timberlake is suing Sag Harbor to prevent the release of bodycam video of his 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated on Long Island.
The New York Knicks beat the Indiana Pacers 101-92 on Friday night.
The Los Angeles Kings held off the New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night.
Alexis Lafreniere had a goal and an assist to lead the New York Rangers to a 6-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night.
The Hawks extended the NBA's longest current winning streak to eight games, beating the Nets 108-97 on Thursday night.
Mikael Backlund recorded his 600th career NHL point with a third-period goal in the Flames' 5-4 win over the Devils on Thursday night.
The NYC DEP has announced plans to clean Flushing Creek with chlorine, sparking outrage among some environmentalists.
Neighbors and local businesses in Long Island City, Queens, say rental trucks parked on streets are impacting daily operations.
Erik Lochtefeld is back to acting and marathon training after a glioblastoma diagnosis and complex surgery at NYU Langone.
Manhattan historians recently discovered a link to the Underground Railroad at the Merchant's House Museum.
The National Dance Institute in Harlem hosts a special camp twice a year to bring together dancers with and without special needs for a dance camp, proving anyone can take center stage.
The Halloween tradition strolled through Manhattan's East Village on Sunday, with furry friends dressed in colorful costumes.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
John Elliott made a trip to P.S. 310 for a Weather 101 class.
CBS News New York's John Elliott was in Pearl River, N.Y. ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
CBS News New York's John Elliott has a look at the First Alert Weather Forecast.
The U.S. military bombed Iran's Kharg Island, striking a blow to the country's vital oil network. Shawna Mizelle reports.
Heights University Hospital, formerly known as Christ Hospital, is set to shutter its emergency room Saturday night. CBS News New York's John Dias reports.
