Poll: Democrats prefer socialism to capitalism
Of the Democrats who responded, 57 percent view socialism positively while 47 percent view capitalism positively
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Commentary: Ocasio-Cortez is the Sarah Palin of the Left
The gaffe-prone rockstar of progressivism confirms the suspicion that socialists have no idea what they're talking about
Kavanaugh confirmation hearing date set
The Senate Judiciary Committee has set a date for the confirmation hearings of President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. The hearings will begin on September 4th. CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor for NHJournal.com, Michael Graham, joins CBSN to discuss expectations for the hearings, and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Is Bernie Sanders losing his influence?
So far this year, 20 candidates backed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, have won primary races, and 27 have lost. Since the 2016 election, Sanders' organization, Our Revolution, has been supporting candidates around the country. With more losses than victories, some are questioning the power of his endorsement. Politico National Politics Correspondent David Siders joined CBSN to discuss.
Can an Ocasio-Cortez-supported Democratic Socialist candidate win in Hawaii?
Kaniela Ing has been endorsed by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and received national attention, but it may not be enough to win
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stumps, fundraises across the nation
The 28-year-old liberal has been raising campaign cash in sold-out theaters, rubbing shoulders with leaders in the party and building an audience of 788,000 Twitter followers
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on West Coast fundraising tour
Ocasio-Cortez went from virtually unknown to a rising star in the Democratic Party virtually overnight
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Sanders: "We hear your pain" should be Dem message
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke Friday with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan amid campaign trip through GOP-heavy Kansas
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez on their progressive push in deep-red states
One a longtime figure and the other a rising star in Democratic politics, they're trying to make waves in unlikely places
Sunday: Kerry, Graham, Rubio, Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez
Former Secretary of State John Kerry, Sen. Lindsey Graham, Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Bernie Sanders, and Democratic congressional candidate Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to appear Sunday on Face the Nation
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stumps for Democrats in the Midwest
The Democratic rising star is stumping for two young, progressive Democrats hoping to win primaries in Kansas and Michigan
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Rep. Crowley on losing to Ocasio-Cortez
Rep. Joe Crowley, D-New York, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss his loss to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in his congressional primary, and what it says about where the Democratic Party is going.
Crowley says stunning loss to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez "is on me"
"I had wonderful volunteers, hundreds of them and a great campaign effort and sometimes you just come up short," Crowley told "Face the Nation"
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez deploys campaign staff to help another liberal Democrat
CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports the new liberal political star is sending some manpower to help a first-time Senate candidate unseat a Democratic incumbent
Ocasio-Cortez wins yet another primary; this one she didn't run in
Ocasio-Cortez said she was "honored" by the win, but intends to remain the nominee for New York's 14th district
Ocasio-Cortez fires back at conservative TV host who shared photo of her childhood home
John Cardillo tweeted that the home was "a far cry from the Bronx hood upbringing she's selling"
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez name-dropped her lipstick and it sold out
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez could soon become the youngest woman ever elected to Congress and she's sharing beauty tips along the way
Ocasio-Cortez explains democratic socialism on the "Late Show"
The 28-year-old activist who defeated powerful Democratic Rep. Joe Crowley in Tuesday's primary appeared on the "Late Show"
Ex-ICE chief counsel sentenced for stealing immigrants' identities
The sentencing comes amid tension over policies at the southern border
How Ocasio-Cortez pulled off an upset victory
Washington was stunned by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's upset victory over Rep. Joe Crowley in the New York 14th district Democratic primary. Ryan Grim, the Washington D.C. bureau chief for The Intercept, joins CBSN to talk about how she pulled it off.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defeats incumbent
In a major upset, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defeated Democratic Rep. Crowley. Cortez used grassroots strategies to gain supporters. Crowley, who has served on Congress for 10 terms, was expected to be Nancy Pelosi's successor. Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more.
New York primary upset
Ten-term Democratic Congressman Joe Crowley was defeated last night in the New York primary by 28-year-old Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a former Bernie Sanders organizer who, as recently as November, worked as a bartender. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBSN political contributor Michael Graham join CBSN with more on what this surprise defeat means for the Democratic establishment.
What does Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's primary upset mean for Democrats?
28-year-old knocked out Rep. Joe Crowley, who had been considered a possible successor to leader Nancy Pelosi
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
In President Trump's speech Wednesday night, he touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies.
House passes GOP health care bill without ACA subsidy extension
The House has passed a GOP health care bill that does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits.
Witnesses' description of Brown shooter matches person of interest, police say
As the search entered its fifth day, authorities have so far been unable to identify a person of interest in the shooting that killed two students and wounded nine others over the weekend.
Trump expected to sign order reclassifying marijuana as a Schedule III drug
President Trump is expected to sign an order that would reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, according to two sources, in one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
U.S. strikes another alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing 4, Pentagon says
The U.S. military says it has conducted 26 strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific or Caribbean since early September, killing at least 99 people.
Dan Bongino leaving post as FBI deputy director next month
FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino will be leaving his role in January, he announced in a social media post on Wednesday.
Rob and Michele Reiner's children speak out after brother's arrest
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
Ghislaine Maxwell asks court to toss out her conviction
Ghislaine Maxwell asked a federal judge on Wednesday to vacate her 2021 conviction on sex trafficking charges, just two days before the federal government is expected to release a massive trove of documents on Jeffrey Epstein.
CBS News special celebrates Rob Reiner's life and legacy
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
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Winning numbers announced for estimated $1.25 billion Powerball jackpot
Wednesday's jackpot has an estimated cash value of $572.1 million, Powerball said.
U.S. government admits role in deadly midair collision that killed 67 near D.C.
The filing states that the crew of the Army Black Hawk helicopter failed to establish and maintain proper and safe visual separation with a regional American Eagle flight that was approaching Reagan National Airport near Washington, D.C.
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
President Trump's speech Wednesday night looked back on his first year and ahead to the next three. He touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies in a brief address.
Medical examiner releases causes of death for Rob and Michele Reiner
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner died of "multiple sharp force injuries," the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office said Wednesday.
Recalled salad dressings could contain "foreign objects," FDA warns
Onions used to make the salad dressings could contain "black plastic planting material," according to food regulators.
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Recalled salad dressings could contain "foreign objects," FDA warns
Onions used to make the salad dressings could contain "black plastic planting material," according to food regulators.
Poll: Americans say holidays are costing them more, some are scaling back
Negative views of the nation's economy persist as 2025 draws to a close.
Recalled ice cream sold nationwide could contain "small stones," FDA says
The recall affects So Delicious Dairy Free's Salted Caramel Cluster ice cream with best by dates of Aug. 8, 2027.
The Oscars is moving to YouTube starting in 2029
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
How will the stock market perform in 2026? Wall Street pros weigh in.
Wall Street analysts expect another strong year in stocks in 2026, propelled by continued AI sector gains and additional Fed interest-rate cuts.
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U.S. strikes another alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing 4, Pentagon says
The U.S. military says it has conducted 26 strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific or Caribbean since early September, killing at least 99 people.
Trump claims he's brought down prices, touts military bonuses in year-end address
President Trump's speech Wednesday night looked back on his first year and ahead to the next three. He touted new military bonuses, his tariffs and economic policies in a brief address.
Ghislaine Maxwell asks court to toss out her conviction
Ghislaine Maxwell asked a federal judge on Wednesday to vacate her 2021 conviction on sex trafficking charges, just two days before the federal government is expected to release a massive trove of documents on Jeffrey Epstein.
Judge blocks ICE from requiring lawmakers to provide notice before jail visits
A federal judge temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy that sought to require members of Congress to submit requests a week before visiting ICE detention facilities.
U.S. government lawsuit accuses Virgin Islands of obstructing Americans' gun rights
A Second Amendment clash has erupted between the federal government and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.
He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
Health officials say an infant botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart baby formula has been expanded to include all illnesses reported since the company began production in 2022.
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U.S. strikes another alleged drug boat in Eastern Pacific, killing 4, Pentagon says
The U.S. military says it has conducted 26 strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels in the Eastern Pacific or Caribbean since early September, killing at least 99 people.
U.S. government lawsuit accuses Virgin Islands of obstructing Americans' gun rights
A Second Amendment clash has erupted between the federal government and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Democrats' push to limit boat strikes and attacks on Venezuela fails in House
The votes follow a monthslong military campaign against alleged drug smuggling boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean.
U.K. police tout "more assertive" approach to antisemitism at protests
After Bondi Beach attack, Britain's two biggest police forces indicate they will arrest people who use "phrases causing fear in Jewish communities."
Arctic temperatures rising twice as fast as elsewhere, NOAA report says
Temperatures in the Arctic continue to follow a long-term warming trend, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Medical examiner releases causes of death for Rob and Michele Reiner
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner died of "multiple sharp force injuries," the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office said Wednesday.
Meg Ryan honors Rob Reiner and his wife Michele
Meg Ryan starred in Rob Reiner's "When Harry Met Sally...," a breakout role that catapulted her career in romantic comedies.
CBS News special celebrates Rob Reiner's life and legacy
The special features interviews with Kathy Bates, Annette Bening, Albert Brooks, Michael Douglas, Kiefer Sutherland, Jerry O'Connell and Mandy Patinkin.
Rob and Michele Reiner's children speak out after brother's arrest
Jake and Romy Reiner released a statement on Wednesday, remembering their parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, as their best friends.
The Oscars is moving to YouTube starting in 2029
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
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How artificial intelligence grew in 2025
In 2025, the integration of artificial intelligence into the U.S. economy and people's everyday lives grew to historic levels. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent joins to recap how the transformative technology expanded over the past year, and what we can expect in 2026.
OpenAI, Amazon in talks over $10B investment
OpenAI, the developer for ChatGPT, and Amazon are in talks over a possible $10 billion investment. Mark DeCambre, editor-in-chief for MarketWatch, joins with more.
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.
Local pushback grows against AI data centers
A frenzy of development to support the artificial intelligence boom is prompting pushback from communities who say they don't want data centers in their backyards. Technology journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
These are the most popular internet services of 2025, as AI gains traction
Global internet traffic rose 19% this year as people rely more on tech for daily communication and entertainment, a new report finds.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Police call for public help in Brown probe
The manhunt for the gunman who killed two students and wounded nine others at Brown University last weekend is now in its fifth day. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest from Providence, Rhode Island.
Medical examiner releases causes of death for Rob and Michele Reiner
Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner died of "multiple sharp force injuries," the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office said Wednesday.
Nick Reiner makes first court appearance
Nick Reiner made his first court appearance on Wednesday since being arrested for the killings of his parents, Rob and Michele. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi has more.
Police ask public for footage in Brown manhunt
Investigators remain stymied in the hunt for the Brown University gunman. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Officials give update on Brown shooting manhunt
Officials gave an update Wednesday on the investigation into the Brown University shooting. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Anna Schecter have the latest.
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
"Son of Sam": A serial killer's reign of terror
Calling himself the "Son of Sam" in a letter left at one of the crime scenes, David Berkowitz claimed voices were ordering him to kill -- starting in the summer of 1976, he went on a 13-month spree of impulse killings in New York City that left six dead and seven injured
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The Uplift: Made with love
Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.
Takeaways from Trump's year-end address
President Trump addressed the nation from the White House on Wednesday night in a speech looking back on the first 11 months of his second term. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join with analysis. Then, CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins to unpack Mr. Trump's remarks further.
Trump touts policies in year-end address
President Trump delivered remarks Wednesday night looking back at his first year back in office. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump delivers year-end address to nation
President Trump delivered a prime-time address from the White House on Wednesday night, touting the administration's actions during the first 11 months of his second term and outlining his goals for the next three years. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell anchors a special report.
Measles entrenching in U.S., doctor says
A measles outbreak in South Carolina is worsening with 138 cases reported in the state. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Dr. Céline Gounder have more.