Book excerpt: "Life, Law & Liberty" by Justice Anthony Kennedy
In his new memoir, the former justice writes about his life's journey to becoming a lawyer, a judge, and the deciding vote on some of the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions.
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Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court today: "A little bit too personal and confrontational"
The former justice who was the deciding vote on some of the Supreme Court's most consequential decisions talks about the Court today, and about his memoir, "Life, Law & Liberty."
Justice Kennedy on marriage
In the final paragraph of the Supreme Court's decision on same-sex marriage, Justice Kennedy writes about meaning of love and marriage
Who will Trump choose to replace Kennedy?
Jamelle Bouie, Seung Min Kim, Ramesh Ponnuru and Jan Crawford discuss what Justice Anthony Kennedy's retirement could mean for the Supreme Court, and the latest on the border crisis.
Battle begins over Kavanaugh's nomination
The next step for President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is a Senate confirmation battle. NPR lead politics editor Domenico Montanaro, Bloomberg News White House reporter Toluse Olorunnipa, and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Red and Blue to discuss how Democrats are reacting to President Trump's Supreme Court nominee and how vulnerable senators are weighing how to vote.
6/27: CBS Evening News
Justice Anthony Kennedy, who held a key swing vote, retiring; Father/son duo spreading happiness one pair of crazy socks at a time.
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Supreme Court justice to retire?
Before the Supreme Court goes on summer recess, the justices could decide several cases including the Trump administration's appeal of its temporary travel ban. We may also hear about the future of Justice Anthony Kennedy. The swing vote on the high court is said to be considering retirement. Jan Crawford reports.
6/27/18: Red and Blue
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Trump narrows list for SCOTUS
President Trump has interviewed at least seven people to fill Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy's seat when he retires. Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan joins "Red and Blue" to discuss what this means for Republicans ahead of the midterms.
Trump to nominate another Supreme Court justice
New York Magazine national correspondent Gabe Debenedetti, CBSN political contributor and political reporter for The Guardian Sabrina Siddiqui and Washington Post national political correspondent Dave Weigel join CBSN's "Red & Blue" for a closer look at how Justice Anthony Kennedy's retirement will impact midterms and the 2020 presidential election.
How strict state abortion laws could head to the Supreme Court
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Planned Parenthood exec on Roe v. Wade
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Trump's Supreme Court pick
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Ex-Kennedy law clerk on justice's retirement
John Elwood, a former law clerk for Justice Anthony Kennedy, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss why Kennedy is retiring now.
Trump reacts to Justice Kennedy's retirement
While at a Wednesday night rally in Fargo, North Dakota, President Trump endorsed Congressman Kevin Cramer in his race to unseat Democratic Sen. Heidi Heitkamp. Mr. Trump also reacted to Wednesday's announcement that Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper and CBS News' Weijia Jiang join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with a recap of Wednesday's biggest stories.
Trump to begin search for next Supreme Court justice
Justice Anthony Kennedy, the Supreme Court's swing vote, announced Wednesday he will retire effective July 31. President Trump said he will begin the search for Kennedy's replacement immediately. Niall Stanage, White House columnist for The Hill, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's political news.
Trump reacts to Mexico's presidential election
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Brett Kavanaugh confirmed to Supreme Court
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg aims to serve "at least five more years"
Ginsburg, 85, also disputes the idea of setting term limits for justices, citing the Constitution
Trump names 2nd Supreme Court justice
With nomination of Brett Kavanaugh, Trump is poised to change the balance of the high court for decades to come
Trump nominates Brett Kavanaugh
President Trump on Monday nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court at the White House. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins CBSN to discuss what distinguished Kavanaugh from some of the other front-runners as well as some of the obstacles he will face in getting confirmed.
Kavanaugh chosen as Supreme Court nominee
President Trump Monday night announced he nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy on the Supreme Court. "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor discusses the decision with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford.
Brett Kavanaugh is Trump's Supreme Court nominee
The D.C. Court of Appeals judge will fill the vacancy left by retirement of Justice Anthony Kennedy, if confirmed
Supreme Court nomination tonight
President Trump is believed to have narrowed it down to four finalists to replace Justice Anthony Kennedy in the Supreme Court. Justice Kennedy's former law clerk and current Solicitor General of Wisconsin, Misha Tseytlin, joined CBSN to discuss Kennedy's legacy and the issues his successor is likely to face.
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Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
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Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
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American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
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Trump indicates he'll try to pull U.S. out of NATO
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Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
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Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
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Trump says he may withdraw U.S. from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress.
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Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
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Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
Gas prices hit $4.06 a gallon before Trump's prime-time address
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The State Department announced Wednesday that it is modifying the Foreign Service Officer Test to reflect the foreign policy goals of the Trump administration.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
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State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
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What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
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Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
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American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
King Charles III to address Congress on April 28
Congressional leaders announced that Britain's King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress as part of his visit to Washington later this month.
Majority of recent ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz linked to Iran
Trump said Iran gave him the "present" of letting eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but the majority of ships making the passage are Iranian, including
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
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Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
Baby in stroller killed in shooting in Brooklyn, police say
A child was being pushed in a stroller at Moore and Humboldt streets in East Williamsburg on Wednesday when she suffered a gunshot wound to the head, police said.
Kentucky Powerball winner arrested again
James Farthing, who won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot last April, was arrested for a third time since collecting his grand prize. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Son of Hawaii doctor testifies at trial
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