Dr. Fauci on Biden's COVID-19 plan
Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss President Biden's plan to tackle the coronavirus in his first 100 days in office.
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Biden aides meet with senators on relief bill
More than a dozen senators met with White House aides over the weekend to discuss a new coronavirus relief bill. Lawmakers are split on parts of President Biden's $1.9 trillion package, but one area of agreement is a plan to improve vaccination numbers. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Doctor on vaccine's efficacy against variants
Drugmaker Moderna said its vaccine works against some emerging variants of the coronavirus. The company released the results of a new study it performed, which wasn't peer-reviewed. Dr. Ron Elfenbein, the medical director and owner of FirstCall Medical Center, spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about this preliminary study, why more studies are needed and why people shouldn't worry.
Biden COVID adviser on Dr. Birx interview
Dr. Deborah Birx gave an explosive interview to CBS' "Face the Nation" about the Trump administration's coronavirus pandemic response failures. Dr. Julie Morita, a member of President Biden's COVID-19 advisory board, joins CBSN to discuss what was said and how the new administration is tackling the ongoing crisis.
Fauci not surprised Trump got COVID
In a wide-ranging 60 Minutes interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," January 24
Today on "Face the Nation," President Biden takes office and is immediately faced with overwhelming challenges. His first priority: COVID-19.
Fauci says goal of 100 million shots in 100 days "is a floor, not a ceiling"
"It's going to be a challenge," Fauci said of accomplishing Mr. Biden's goal of 100 million doses of a coronavirus vaccine in his first 100 days.
Fauci: Goal of 100 million shots "is a floor, not a ceiling"
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser, says reaching the goal of administering 100 million shots by April will be "challenging" and "is a floor, not a ceiling."
Transcript: Anthony Fauci on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Joe Biden's chief medical adviser, that aired Sunday, January 24, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Dr. Anthony Fauci: Divisiveness has failed America
"Sunday Morning" senior contributor Ted Koppel talks about the latest efforts to address the coronavirus pandemic with the Biden administration's chief medical advisor, Dr. Anthony Fauci, who says the goal of 100 million vaccinations in 100 days is entirely achievable. Fauci also discusses how politicization of public health measures (like wearing masks), mixed messaging from the Trump White House, and claims that COVID-19 is a hoax have thwarted America's efforts to limit the pandemic's toll.
Dr. Anthony Fauci: Divisiveness has failed America "in every single way"
Biden's chief medical advisor talks about the new president's efforts to address COVID-19, and how mixed messaging and hoax claims thwarted America's efforts to limit the pandemic's toll.
This week on "Face the Nation," January 24, 2021
Former Coronavirus Response Coordinator Deborah Birx and Biden's Chief Medical Adviser Anthony Fauci, appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
Preview: Dr. Anthony Fauci on how lives might have been saved
In this excerpt from an interview to be broadcast on "CBS Sunday Morning" on January 24, Dr. Anthony Fauci talks with special contributor Ted Koppel about government action that would have resulted in fewer lives lost to the coronavirus.
Biden signing executive orders on economy
President Biden is expected to sign two new executive orders today aimed at stabilizing the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic. White House officials plan to hold talks on relief measures with a bipartisan group of senators in the coming days. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Fauci describes "liberating feeling" in new Biden administration
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, joined Thursday's White House press briefing.
Biden starts tackling COVID-19 crisis
President Joe Biden used his first full day in the White House to focus on the government's COVID-19 response. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Axios White House reporter Alayna Treene join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss what's changing with the new administration.
Fauci underscores Biden's commitment to WHO and its COVID fight
In dramatic about-face from Trump's plan to yank U.S. from agency, Fauci said U.S. is resuming its full share of funding.
Dr. Fauci gives update on COVID-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci returned to the White House briefing room Thursday to give an update on the coronavirus pandemic. Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease official, had often been sidelined in recent months by former President Trump. Watch his remarks.
More COVID-19 vaccines on verge of approval
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the AstraZeneca and Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccines could be headed toward emergency use authorization in weeks, not months. Dr. Leo Nissola joined CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss the vaccine rollout around the country and the Biden administration's ambitious plan to give 100 million doses in 100 days.
Black female scientist at forefront of COVID-19 vaccine development
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett's interest in science started from an early age, but she never knew the difference she would make.
California detects U.K. strain of COVID-19
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke Wednesday about the first case of a more transmissible strain of the coronavirus detected in California. The variant, which was first identified in the U.K., has also been reported in Colorado, and Fauci said it is likely present in other states as well. Watch their remarks.
Case of new COVID strain confirmed in California
Two states have reported cases of a fast-spreading variant of the coronavirus that was first reported in the U.K., and Dr. Anthony Fauci is warning that it’s likely to appear in more. Meg Oliver reports.
U.K. COVID-19 variant detected in Southern California
The announcement comes a day after America's first confirmed case of the strain was reported in Colorado.
California detects U.K. strain of COVID-19
California Governor Gavin Newsom and Dr. Anthony Fauci spoke Wednesday about the first case of a more transmissible strain of the coronavirus detected in California. The variant, which was first identified in the U.K., has also been reported in Colorado, and Fauci said it is likely present in other states as well. Watch their remarks.
Addressing concerns about COVID vaccines
Public confidence in the coronavirus vaccine appears to be growing, but many people in the U.S. are still unsure if they feel comfortable getting the vaccine, despite its importance in getting the pandemic under control. Professor Gretchen Chapman of Carnegie Mellon University joins CBSN to discuss why a unified message about the vaccine will be so important.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Tulsi Gabbard resigning as intel chief, citing husband's cancer diagnosis
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
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Rubio says Iran imposing tolls on Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable"
The secretary of state tempered optimism for a deal to end the Iran war, calling Iran's bid to "create a tolling system" in the Strait of Hormuz "not acceptable."
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40,000 evacuated in California chemical leak as officials warn tank may explode
Southern California officials have expanded an evacuation zone in several Orange County cities over a toxic chemical tank that they say is "actively in crisis."
Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Pentagon releases more UFO files: "Speechless after these observations"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of 64 files related to UFOs, unveiling a second tranche of records under an executive order by President Trump.
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How some U.S. schools are teaching kindness classes
Kindness 101 is a program that uses the stories CBS News finds in our "On the Road" series to teach kindness and character. The stories are paired with lesson plans created by a nonprofit at Iowa's Drake University called "Character Counts!"
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
Kyle Busch was coughing up blood a day before his death, 911 call reveals
Kyle Busch's cause of death has not been given, though his family said earlier the NASCAR icon had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
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AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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Cruz says Blanche faced "full-on revolt" over DOJ fund at meeting with GOP senators
The GOP senator said the meeting included "screaming," adding that "fiery does not begin to cut it."
U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
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CIA director brought paramilitary leader involved in Maduro capture to Cuba meeting
When CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Havana last week to meet with senior Cuban officials, he brought along one of the covert operators involved in the mission to capture Nicolás Maduro, multiple people familiar with the matter said.
Judge tosses federal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal district judge granted Kilmar Abrego Garcia's motion to dismiss two criminal charges on the grounds his prosecution was vindictive and selective.
Trump administration to require most green card applicants to leave U.S. first
The Trump administration on Friday announced a sweeping policy designed to make it harder for immigrants already in the U.S. to get permanent residency.
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Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
New weight-loss drug Retatrutide in trials
A new weight-loss drug, so new it is not on the market yet, is showing promising results in trials, doing much more than what current medications can. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
U.S. steps up Ebola prevention efforts
The U.S. is stepping up efforts to prevent Ebola from entering the country through its airports, with one flight diverted to Canada on Wednesday evening. Ian Lee reports from Detroit.
U.S. doctor with Ebola feared he "wasn't going to make it" before evacuation
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with the missionary group Serge in Congo when he was infected with Ebola.
Is "fibermaxxing" good for your health?
Health and fitness influencers are pushing people to consume more fiber. Keri Glassman, Nutritious Life founder and CEO, joins with her take.
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U.S. prepares for new military strikes against Iran
At the same time, Tehran is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal for a possible agreement to end the nearly three-month war.
Fake political party led by an AI cockroach overruns Indian politics
The satirical "Cockroach Janta Party" calls itself a "political front of the youth, by the youth, for the youth." India's government may be trying to squash it.
NATO allies welcome Trump's turnaround on Poland troop deployment
Trump says 5,000 U.S. troops will head for Poland, a week after the White House said a planned deployment of 4,000 was being nixed.
Ebola "spreading rapidly" in the Congo with national risk "very high"
The head of the World Health Organization says Ebola has killed at least 7 people in Congo, but the U.N. agency says it knows the epidemic "is much larger."
2 climbers die on Everest as record-holder warns of overcrowding
At least five climbers have died during this Everest season. A U.S. and a Czech climber died on Mount Makalu earlier this month.
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The movies to tune in for this summer
Disney's latest addition to the Star Wars franchise, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," is kicking off the summer slate of blockbusters. Some other highly-anticipated movies that will be tested at the box office this summer are Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," "Toy Story 5" and "Supergirl." Lucas Shaw, managing editor for media and entertainment at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Weenie 500 winners relish first-place finish
The Indianapolis 500 is this Memorial Day Weekend, kicked off by the second annual Weenie 500. "Cook 'Em Cam" and "Jack and Cheese," whose New York dog won the race, join CBS News to discuss.
New movies to watch this summer
Major franchises are bringing new movies to a theater near you this summer. Fandango's Erik Davis joins with more.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Ella Bright on "Off Campus" success
"Off Campus" star Ella Bright joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the show's success, learning to sing and play the guitar for her role, and why her character's love story resonates with fans.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Lawyers shot outside North Carolina courthouse
In Raleigh, North Carolina, a woman's civil case turned into a criminal one after police said she shot two lawyers outside a courthouse. Both were hospitalized. Skyler Henry reports.
Ivey and Ellison on 6 years since Floyd murder
Six years after his murder in Minneapolis, and despite passing the House twice, the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act remains stalled in the Senate. Some lawmakers are hoping to change that. Democratic Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland and Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison join to reflect on the state of police reform.
Mosque attack was streamed online
The deadly attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego was streamed online, and at least three people watched as two teenagers attacked the facility filled with young students, CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Britney Spears argument, DUI arrest on video
A newly released video shows the California Highway Patrol's March 4, 2026, DUI arrest of pop star Britney Spears in Ventura County, California. Officers indicated they smelled alcohol on Spears and conducted a field sobriety test before she was placed in the back of a patrol car and taken to a hospital for a blood test to check for drugs. Spears voluntarily checked herself into rehab in April and pleaded guilty to reckless driving.
Britney Spears argued with police during DUI arrest, footage shows
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
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The Memorial Day sales to look out for
A recent survey from digital savings platform Retail Me Not found 54% of respondents plan to shop Memorial Day weekend sales this year, up 36% from last year. But the survey found the amount people plan to spend has dropped a whopping 70% from last year. Consumer savings expert Andrea Woroch has more.
Is the DOJ independent of the president?
This week, the Justice Department created a so-called "anti-weaponization fund" as part of a settlement between President Trump and his own federal government over the leaking of his tax returns. The settlement also includes a pledge from the IRS that it will not pursue any legal claims it may have against Mr. Trump, his family and his companies. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
The movies to tune in for this summer
Disney's latest addition to the Star Wars franchise, "The Mandalorian and Grogu," is kicking off the summer slate of blockbusters. Some other highly-anticipated movies that will be tested at the box office this summer are Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day," "Toy Story 5" and "Supergirl." Lucas Shaw, managing editor for media and entertainment at Bloomberg News, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Some schools teach kindness classes
Schools teach kids how to read, write and do math. But what about a class on how to be kind? In some places, it is. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with the story.
Memorial Day barbecue prices increasing
Millions are planning get-togethers with family and friends this weekend, despite high prices. In this week's "Affordability in America," Jo Ling Kent has more.