Democratic debate to go on as scheduled
This week's Democratic debate will go on as scheduled after a labor deal was reached. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joined CBSN with the latest on the 2020 race.
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Buttigieg and Warren spar at debate
Senator Elizabeth Warren and South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg had a heated exchange about fundraising in the sixth Democratic debate. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran join to discuss.
Klobuchar spin room interview
In a post-debate spin room interview with Ed O'Keefe, Senator Amy Klobuchar said she had been "waiting for a month" to respond to Mayor Pete Buttigieg's comments about there being "100 years of experience" on the debate stage.
Democratic debate recap
Mayor Pete Buttigieg sparred with Senator Elizabeth Warren over high-dollar fundraisers and with Senator Amy Klobuchar about impeachment in the sixth Democratic debate. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins from the spin room in Los Angeles, while Elaine Quijano anchors coverage with CBS News political analyst and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper for post-debate analysis and coverage.
DNC announces criteria to qualify for next debate
The Democratic National Committee announced Friday what criteria candidates need to meet to qualify for the next debate. Sarah Ewall-Wice, CBS News associate producer for the political unit, joined CBSN with more on the latest from the 2020 race.
Democrats prepare for Iowa debate
Six Democratic presidential contenders are preparing for Tuesday's primary debate in Des Moines, Iowa. It's the final debate before the first nominating contest in early February. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joined CBSN AM to preview the debate.
Klobuchar talks impeachment press restrictions in spin room
Senator Amy Klobuchar, who is the ranking member of the Senate Rules Committee, said she thinks anticipated Senate restrictions during the impeachment trial are a "mistake." "You can't just cut us off," Klobuchar said. Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns talked to Klobuchar in the spin room after the Democratic debate about impeachment, the debate and her primary strategy.
Democrats debate gender in politics at debate
Voters in Iowa are gearing up for the caucuses February 3. Six of the top contenders clashed on the debate stage in Des Moines last night. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the highlights while CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN from Iowa with a closer look at the debate.
Key issues in Iowa Democratic debate
Six candidates took the stage in Tuesday night's Democratic debate to discuss issues including health care and foreign policy for the last time before Iowa voters head to the polls. Democratic strategist and CBSN political contributor Lynda Tran joined CBSN AM to analyze the key issues.
Impact of impeachment trial on 2020 race
As President Trump's impeachment trial officially kicks off Tuesday, some senators who are campaigning against him in the 2020 election will have to take a break from the campaign trail and return to Capitol Hill, while the Iowa Caucuses are just two weeks away. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN with the latest on Campaign 2020.
2020 Dems prep for Senate impeachment trial
Four presidential candidates will be forced to take time off the campaign trail Tuesday. Senators Elizabeth Warren, Amy Klobuchar, Bernie Sanders and Michael Bennet will head to Washington to serve as jurors in the Senate impeachment trial against President Trump. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Bo Erickson, Cara Korte, Zak Hudak and Lacrai Mitchell join CBSN for this edition of 2020 Daily Trail Markers.
Amy Klobuchar's daughter speaks with voters
While she's off the campaign trail to attend the impeachment trial in Washington, Senator Amy Klobuchar is sending her daughter to Iowa to speak with voters ahead of the upcoming caucuses. CBS News campaign reporter Bo Erikson is in Des Moines and joined CBSN with details.
Dem candidates go from impeachment to Iowa
The four senators vying for the Democratic nomination for president headed to Iowa Saturday after being in Washington all week for President Trump's impeachment trial. CBS News campaign reporter Musadiq Bidar joined CBSN from Iowa.
Sanders leading in Iowa: CBS News poll
In a new CBS News/Battleground tracker poll, Senator Bernie Sanders holds a slight lead over former Vice President Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest from Des Moines, Iowa.
What voters want from 2020 candidates
Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden are the current frontrunners in Iowa, according to recent polls, with Amy Klobuchar, Elizabeth Warren and Pete Buttigieg trailing closely behind. To find out what voters want from the Democratic candidates, "Pod Save America" co-host Jon Favreau went across the country looking for answers through a series of focus groups with voters. They're highlighted in the second season of "The Wilderness," his other podcast. Favreau, who served as Barack Obama's head speechwriter from 2005 to 2013, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what he learned.
Previewing the latest from Iowa
The release of the Des Moines Register poll results, closely watched in Iowa and among political insiders, were canceled Saturday night, less than 48 hours before the state will caucus. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN from Des Moines, Iowa, for the latest.
Biden & Sanders tied at 25% in Iowa
CBS News' latest Battleground Tracker poll showed former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders tied in a dead heat at 25%, Pete Buttigieg is close behind with 21%, followed by Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar who round out the top five. Nikole Killion reports.
Democrats make final push for votes in Iowa
Iowa voters will cast their first-in-the-nation caucus votes for president Monday night. The caucus follows roughly 2,200 campaign events over more than two years of town halls, county fairs and visits to diners like this one. Tony Dokoupil reports from the state on how the candidates were making their final pitches to voters.
Tight race in Iowa ahead of caucus
The latest CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows a tight race in Iowa. Former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders are tied with 25% support each. But Pete Buttigieg and Senator Elizabeth Warren are also both in a position to win some delegates. Senator Amy Klobuchar rounds out the top five. Ed O'Keefe reports.
2020 Democrats make final Iowa push
The last CBS News Battleground Tracker before the Iowa caucuses has former Vice President Joe Biden and Senator Bernie Sanders tied at the top. "CBS This Morning" co-anchor Tony Dokoupil reports from Des Moines, and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns chats with Radio Iowa news director O. Kay Henderson about the race.
How the first contests shape the election
There are only 155 delegates up for grabs in the three contests following the Iowa caucuses. Still, these early states can help shape the election moving forward. LaCrai Mitchell, Alex Tin and Nicole Sganga discuss how the presidential hopefuls plan to make their mark in the next month.
Amy Klobuchar speaks ahead of Iowa results
Senator Amy Klobuchar addressed her supporters in Iowa prior to the caucus results being reported. The results have been delayed, though, as the Democratic party conducts "quality control." Watch her remarks here.
Impact of the delay in Iowa caucus results
Iowa is set to release caucus results today after a major delay. However, most of the 2020 Democratic candidates have already left for New Hampshire, where the nation's first primary takes place in one week. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN from Des Moines to break down the latest developments.
Local Matters: New Hampshire primary
With the results of the Iowa caucuses still unknown, Democratic presidential hopefuls set their sights on New Hampshire, where primary voters go to the polls Tuesday, February 11. Boston Globe political reporter Jazmine Ulloa joins CBSN for a look at what matters on the ground in the Granite State.
Will Iowa chaos impact New Hampshire primary?
New Hampshire officials held a press conference saying they are "going to get this right," following the debacle at the Iowa caucuses. CBS News campaign reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN to discuss how New Hampshire voters are responding to candidates.
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Iran says deal with U.S. requires Israeli forces to leave Lebanon
Iran's foreign minister says Israeli troops can't remain in Lebanon under the pending deal with the U.S.
Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
Rick Jackson wins Georgia GOP gubernatorial nomination, CBS News projects
Rick Jackson, the billionaire healthcare executive who grew up in poverty and spent time in Atlanta's public housing projects, has won the Republican runoff for Georgia governor, CBS News projects.
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Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
Rep. Mike Collins will face off against Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in November as Republicans look to Georgia to deliver a key GOP victory that could determine control of the Senate.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
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17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
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Suspect in custody after deadly shooting at Wilmington Hospital
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
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New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
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Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
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Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
Critics have questioned the overall legality of the boat strikes as well as their effectiveness since the U.S. military began them in September 2025.
Trump-backed Rep. Mike Collins projected to win Georgia GOP Senate primary runoff
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
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Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
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Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 1, leaves 2 survivors, Pentagon says
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
Dead or stranded: Commercial sailors suffer in the Strait of Hormuz
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Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
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Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
Harlan Coben talks about casting for the Netflix adaptation of his 2023 bestselling novel "I Will Find You." The series stars Sam Worthington, who describes how fatherhood impacted him in his role and how he sees his character.
"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
Serena and Venus Williams are getting back together as a doubles team, at Wimbledon. The last time the sisters were a doubles duo was at the 2022 U.S. Open, where they lost their opening match.
Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Prediction market traders face long odds
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
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Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
Law enforcement sources tell CBS News officials allegedly seized weapons, thousands of rounds of ammunition, and tactical gear while conducting search warrants in connection with the foiled plot to attack the UFC event at the White House over the weekend. CBS News security and law enforcement contributor Lance Leising has more.
Police: Wilmington shooting suspect at large
Police in Delaware are still searching for a suspect who shot two people at Wilmington Hospital on Tuesday, officials said at a news conference. At least one person is dead and another injured.
FBI foils alleged murder plot at UFC fight
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5 charged in foiled White House UFC plot
The FBI disrupted an alleged plot targeting the White House UFC event, officials announced Tuesday. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Details of U.S.-Iran peace deal remain unknown
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling on the White House to release the text of the tentative deal reached with Iran to end the war. Both Democrats and Republicans have said they are eager to see the details. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Former FBI agent on alleged UFC attack plot
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Study: Online views on democracy vary by platform
A new Gallup study reveals that social media users across platforms differ in how they express their views on democracy. Dr. Ellyn Maese, senior researcher at Gallup and author of the study, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Extended interview: Sen. Raphael Warnock
In this extended interview, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sits down with Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia to discuss the Iran war, voting rights and morality in America.
Trump slams Israel, praises Iran at G7 summit
President Trump praised Iranian leaders while slamming his greatest ally in the Middle East, Israel, at the G7 summit on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes has more details.