Man allegedly tried to stab GOP congressional candidate
The suspect allegedly pulled out a switchblade knife and attempted to stab the candidate, but the knife malfunctioned
2018 Midterm Elections
How Wall Street is handicapping the midterm elections
If Congress splits between the parties, it could mean "gridlock with pockets of compromise," which has some upsides
New Hampshire primary results
Democratic voters in New Hampshire chose Molly Kelly as their party's nominee, hoping to flip the governor's mansion blue in November. Michael Graham, CBSN political contributor and politics editor at NHJournal.com, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to analyze Tuesday's results.
Report: GOP worried about Senate races
The New York Times reports that top Republicans are concerned about losing some traditionally GOP seats in November's midterm elections. Ryan Grim, D.C. bureau chief for The Intercept, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest details.
GOP midterm concerns
CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and New York Magazine national correspondent Gabriel Debenedetti join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how both Republicans and Democrats are preparing for midterms now that primary season is nearly done.
Obama back on the trail ahead of midterms
Former President Obama is on the trail campaigning for Democrats ahead of November's midterm elections. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns compared the impact Mr. Obama has on potential voters to President Trump's.
RNC chair: GOP has 50-50 shot at winning House
Ronna McDaniel, chair of the Republican National Committee, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss how the party is incorporating President Trump into its strategy for the midterms, and the party's prospects for retaining control of the House.
Warner on Senate Intel's Russia report
Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, talks to Margaret Brennan about the sentencing of George Papadopoulos and the progress of the Senate Intelligence Committee's Russia investigation.
Will Obama campaigning help Democrats?
Amy Walter, Mark Leibovich, David Nakamura and Rachael Bade discuss the anonymous New York Times op-ed and projections for the midterms, now that the bulk of the primaries have wrapped up.
DNC chair: "Democracy is on the ballot"
Tom Perez, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, sat down with Margaret Brennan to talk about the plausibility of a blue wave in November and the future of the party.
DNC chair: "Democracy is on the ballot" in 2018 midterms
Perez said the Democratic Party is "organizing everywhere" and fielding "great candidates" across the country
Obama slams Trump in speech
Former President Obama used his midterm campaign speech at the University of Illinois to settle some scores with President Trump. Mr. Trump, meanwhile, pushed back saying he "fell asleep" during Mr. Obama's speech. CBS News chief Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN from University of Illinois.
Longtime Delaware senator tops progressive challenger in primary
Democrat Tom Carper, 71, beat political newcomer and community activist Kerri Evelyn Harris, 38
Facebook, Twitter chiefs defend their companies on Capitol Hill — live updates
Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg and Twitter's Jack Dorsey faced questions on how they vet accounts and content
Joe Donnelly promotes his independent streak on campaign trail
The Indiana Democrat is trying to hold onto his Senate seat in a state Trump won by 19 points in 2016
John Kerry weighs in on 2020 run after Trump's tweet
Former secretary of state says that the Republican party has "turned its back" on the truth
Nominee for California attorney general faces ethics panel
Former judge Steven Bailey is accused of using his office to further his statewide campaign, improperly accepting gifts and steering business to a firm where his son worked
Election security bill backers say delay helps Russia
Supporters of the bill say the delay could embolden Russia, which targeted election infrastructure in at least 21 states in 2016
Kasich: "Vote for the person" in midterms
Ohio's Republican governor, John Kasich, remembers his friend John McCain, and says that the Republican Party is "worth fighting for" in the midterm elections.
Trump does not attend McCain funderal
President Trump, notably absent from Senator John McCain's funeral on Saturday, tweeted about NAFTA during the ceremony. Erin Delmore, senior political correspondent at Bustle, joins CBSN to discuss the latest political news.
Trump endorses Mike Braun for Senate at Indiana rally today - live updates
President Trump is in Evansville, Indiana tonight to endorse Republican Mike Braun for Senate
Florida, Arizona primaries set up fierce fall showdowns
Here are complete results of -- and perspective on -- the primary elections in Arizona and Florida as well as the runoff election in Oklahoma
New York gubernatorial debate
Actress and activist Cynthia Nixon and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo are set to face off in a debate Wednesday night at Hofstra University. Nixon is expected to challenge Gov. Cuomo's progressive bona fides as he defends the seat he's held for nearly eight years. USA Today network reporter Jon Campbell joins CBSN's Errol Barnett to to discuss what to expect from the debate.
John McCain's death shadows Republican primary in Arizona
Three Republicans are vying to replace Sen. Jeff Flake, who is retiring after his fierce criticism of Trump made his political future in the state untenable
Gun debate in Florida's primary election
After a deadly shooting rampage in Jacksonville, gun control remains a divisive issue for Florida voters ahead of Tuesday's primaries. Miami Herald politics reporter David Smiley joins CBSN with more.
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
Supreme Court seems open to allowing Trump to fire some officials without cause
The Supreme Court heard arguments over the president's authority to remove members of many independent agencies that Congress has sought to insulate from political pressure.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Zelenskyy seeks support as Trump accuses him of not reading peace proposal
White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
White House to announce $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Russia jails soldiers who tortured and killed pro-Moscow American
A court found the soldiers guilty of beating Russell Bentley, 64, to death in April 2024, after they mistook him for a U.S. spy.
Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
The Senate is set to vote on a Democratic health care proposal this week, a key tenet of the deal to end the government shutdown.
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Jasmine Crockett launches campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
White House to announce $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
White House to announce $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Trump's new H1-B visa fees could leave rural health care as collateral damage
Dozens of health care organizations have asked the Trump administration to shield the doctors, nurses, and techs they need to fill shortages from a $100,000 visa fee for skilled foreign workers.
Fine against Southwest for 2022 winter storm cancellations waived by DOT
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
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Jasmine Crockett launches campaign for Texas Democratic Senate primary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett filed paperwork to run for U.S. Senate just hours before the state's deadline — and hours after fellow Democrat Colin Allred dropped out.
Alina Habba resigns from U.S. attorney's office after court ruling
Alina Habba served as a personal lawyer to President Trump before she was tapped to temporarily serve as U.S. attorney in New Jersey.
Trump responds to "traitor" Marjorie Taylor Greene after "60 Minutes" interview
President Trump said Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is "not AMERICA FIRST or MAGA" and also attacked "60 Minutes" and Paramount in a social media post.
White House to announce $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers
The new financial aid package is expected to shore up the U.S. agricultural sector, which has been hurt by tariffs and a trade war with China.
Senate focus turns to health care ahead of long-anticipated vote this week
The Senate is set to vote on a Democratic health care proposal this week, a key tenet of the deal to end the government shutdown.
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Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
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Wreck of 2,000-year-old pleasure boat discovered off Egypt's coast
Underwater archaeologists announced they had discovered the ancient wreck of an ancient Egyptian pleasure boat off the coast of Alexandria.
4 dead, 1 missing after wave drags swimmers out to sea at Spain tourist spot
A powerful wave dragged a group of swimmers at a popular seawater pool along the coast of the Spanish island of Tenerife. At least four people have died and one is missing.
Zelenskyy seeks support as Trump accuses him of not reading peace proposal
White House envoys say the Ukraine peace process hinges "on Russia's readiness," but Mr. Trump is once again voicing disappointment with Kyiv.
13 inmates found dead after explosion at prison in Ecuador
The deaths occurred Sunday at a prison in the coastal city of Machala, Ecuador, after "the detonation of an explosive device" outside, officials said.
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Powerful earthquake hits off Japan, triggering tsunami on northern coast
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government set up an emergency task force to urgently assess the extent of damage.
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Paramount Skydance makes $108.4 billion bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $30 per share offer comes just days after Netflix agreed to buy parts of Warner Bros. in a deal valued at nearly $83 billion.
Golden Globe nominations announced for 2026. See the full list.
The nominations for the 2026 Golden Globes were announced on Monday morning. Here are the nominees.
Golden Globe nominees announced
"CBS Mornings" reveals the nominees for some of the Golden Globe Awards' biggest categories. Plus, Fandango managing editor Erik Davis breaks down the nominations.
Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick
Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution.
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Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
Waymo, the ride-hailing service, says it is planning a voluntary software recall to fix a glitch after reports its self-driving cars don't stop for school buses. The company has already tried to fix the issue, but police in Texas said it didn't work. Kris Van Cleave reports.
2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus, a.k.a. David Pogue! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
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.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. Jo Ling Kent talks with Tilly's creator, Eline Van der Velden, about her goal of producing "the Scarlett Johansson of the AI genre." Kent also talks with Kevin Reilly, CEO of Kartel ai, a Beverly Hills tech startup; and with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin, about the impact of AI on Hollywood and the actors' union.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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13 inmates found dead after explosion at prison in Ecuador
The deaths occurred Sunday at a prison in the coastal city of Machala, Ecuador, after "the detonation of an explosive device" outside, officials said.
Greene speaks out rift with Trump
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican from Georgia, spoke out on "60 Minutes" about her dynamic with President Trump ever since she joined calls for the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Newly released video in Mangione case
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the muder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, returns to court Monday. Prosecutors say newly released surveillance video shows the moments before and after the deadly shooting last year. Prosecutors also released new photos of what Mangione was allegedly carrying the day of his arrest.
Russia jails soldiers who tortured and killed pro-Moscow American
A court found the soldiers guilty of beating Russell Bentley, 64, to death in April 2024, after they mistook him for a U.S. spy.
Hitmen ambush and kill journalist who covered corruption
Fernando Nunez was shot and killed by hitmen while returning from an assignment and his brother was critically injured, the ANP said.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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Beshear asked if he's running for president
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear was officially named as the chair of the Democratic Governors Association over the weekend. Democrats are hoping the 48-year-old will help win back votes in states where the party has lost ground. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos asked Beshear if he plans to run for the White House in 2028.
Zelenskyy seeks security guarantees in London
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Monday to seek security guarantees as he pushes for an end to his country's war with Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
SCOTUS arguments on Trump's firing power
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments Monday over President Trump's firing of former Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Kelly Slaughter. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman breaks down the arguments so far.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett considering Senate run
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is weighing a run for the U.S. Senate in Texas. CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle reports.
Latest on Somali fraud allegations
The Trump administration ramped up immigration activity in Minnesota amid allegations that pandemic relief money made its way to Somali-based al Qaeda affiliate al Shabaab. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more details.