Austin vows to root out enemies "within our own ranks"

Since Austin retired from military service only four years ago, he will need a waiver from both the Senate and the House to serve in Biden's Cabinet.

• Jan 19, 2021

Trump expected to issue pardons while Senate set to reconvene

Confirmation hearings will begin Tuesday for some key members of President-elect Joe Biden's Cabinet.

• Jan 19, 2021

"We're coming for you": New videos from inside the U.S. Capitol riot

Of the 1,000 people who may have entered the Capitol on January 6, federal investigators are focusing on extremist groups that may have scoped out the building and trained for the assault.

• Jan 19, 2021

Biden's homeland security pick faces questions at Senate confirmation hearing

If confirmed by the Senate, Alejandro Mayorkas, the son of Cuban refugees, would lead a department facing a host of serious issues, both inside and outside the U.S.

• Jan 19, 2021

Woman investigated for allegedly stealing Pelosi's computer surrenders

A caller who identified themselves as the former partner of Riley Williams told authorities that she planned to give the device to a friend who would sell it to Russia's foreign intelligence service, a claim that authorities are investigating but have not yet confirmed.

• Jan 19, 2021

Joe Biden's "Day One" actions and his promises for his first 100 days

In speeches, interviews, and in at least 49 published plans released during his presidential campaign, Biden talked about the actions he'd take in the earliest days of his administration.

• Jan 19, 2021

Republican Senator Roy Blunt: Capitol rioters are "unpardonable"

Senators Roy Blunt and Amy Klobuchar, who are in charge of inauguration preparations, spoke with "CBS Evening News" about security plans and the future of the nation.

• Jan 18, 2021

Trump expected to grant up to 100 clemency actions Tuesday

Tuesday marks President Trump's final full day in office.

• Jan 18, 2021

Biden taps Warren ally for key financial regulation role

Picks to lead the CFPB and SEC are seen as tough defenders of consumer and investor rights.

• Jan 18, 2021

Questions surround vaccine timeline for detained immigrants

Public health experts are urging ICE to implement a vaccination plan for its detention system, which is currently holding more than 15,000 immigrants.

• Jan 18, 2021

What we can expect from Biden's inaugural address

The president-elect spent the weekend working through a major homework assignment: The first speech of his presidency.

• Jan 18, 2021

Militia group suspects and Army Reservist charged in Capitol riot

Prosecutors are probing Capitol rioters who used military-style tactics and are examining questions of coordination.

• Jan 18, 2021

Biden plans executive action on immigration, but warns of delay on bill

The president-elect told Latino leaders that his immigration bill may not pass during his first 100 days in office, citing the pandemic and Senate impeachment trial.

• Jan 18, 2021

Governor says West Virginia is "diamond in the rough" for vaccine distribution

West Virginia declined to participate in a federal program through which CVS and Walgreens administered vaccines to residents of long-term care facilities.

• Jan 18, 2021

Small protests held at heavily guarded state Capitols

President Trump remained out of sight in his final weekend in office, facing a second impeachment trial in the Senate.

• Jan 18, 2021

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