Biden, Sanders, Buttigieg lead 2020 Democrats in Iowa poll
The former vice president leads Sen. Bernie Sanders and Mayor Pete Buttigieg
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Bernie Sanders on 2020 campaign
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders is the highest polling candidate currently in the 2020 Democratic primary field. He trails only former Vice President Joe Biden, who has yet to officially decide on his candidacy. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and former Obama for America spokesperson Zach Friend spoke to "Red and Blue" about where Sanders stands in the early stages of the race.
Bernie Sanders' "Medicare for All" plan
Vermont Senator and presidential candidate Bernie Sanders released an updated version of his universal health care plan, known as "Medicare for All," Wednesday. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe sat down with Sanders to talk about his bill, which has the backing of several of his Democratic primary opponents.
Elizabeth Warren raises more than $6 million in first months of campaign
Warren's campaign said that she had over 135,000 "grassroots donors"
Bernie Sanders, other 2020 hopefuls introduce Medicare for All bill
The White House calls the plan a "government takeover" which would make the U.S. a "socialist country"
Bernie Sanders on "Medicare for All"
Sen. Bernie Sanders, who lost his last bid for president, is unveiling the most recent version of his Medicare proposal Wednesday. Once dismissed as too radical by many Democrats, his universal health care plan is now being co-sponsored by four of his opponents in the race. It is called "Medicare For All". Ed O'Keefe spoke with the self-declared Democratic socialist.
Bernie Sanders on the role of insurance companies under "Medicare for All"
"So basically Blue Cross Blue Shield would be reduced to nose jobs?" CBS News' Ed O'Keefe asked. "Something like that," Sanders said.
Sanders talks about what his "Medicare for All"
Bernie Sanders spoke with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe at length about his plan to reintroduce his signature "Medicare for All" plan, which would expand government health coverage to every American.
Bernie Sanders says he will release his tax returns by April 15
Sanders admits he "did very well" after publish two books, touts signature Medicare for All proposal
Bernie Sanders to unveil Medicare for all plan
Sen. Bernie Sanders on Wednesday plans to introduce his ambitious plan for guaranteeing health care for everyone in America. He spoke to Ed O'Keefe about what Medicare for All would provide.
Sanders says he'll release tax returns by April 15
In an interview with CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, Sen. Bernie Sanders said he would release 10 years of tax returns by April 15. "We wanted to do 10 years. We wanted to include the latest returns," Sanders said to explain his delay in releasing the figures.
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2020 Democrats begin to approach topic of reparations for black Americans
Long taboo in the political mainstream, Democratic candidates are seriously discussing reparations and whether they should be implemented
Biden responds to women's complaints
Former Vice President Joe Biden says he will be more mindful and respectful of personal space, after several women said he made them uncomfortable with physical contact. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss Biden's response and how it's impacting the 2020 campaign.
Bernie Sanders campaign raises $18.2M
Sen. Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign says it's raised $18.2 million in the first quarter -- far above the other Democratic candidates in the field. CBS News digital political reporter Grace Segers speaks to CBSN about what this means for the campaign.
Biden accuser Lucy Flores says she'd still support Biden over Trump
"That's not even a question, of course I would support Biden," Lucy Flores says
Bernie Sanders raised $18.2 million in first quarter
Sanders reported more than $6 million in fundraising in the first 24 hours of his campaign
Pete Buttigieg campaign raises $7 million
Pete Buttigieg, the mayor of South Bend, Indiana, says his 2020 Democratic presidential campaign has raised around $7 million. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to explain the significance behind Buttigieg's fundraising haul.
Scott says Medicare for all will "ruin health care system"
The Florida Republican is part of a group of GOP senators President Trump tasked with devising a replacement for the Affordable Care Act
Sanders vows to cut prescription drug prices by half
The self-described Democratic socialist and 2020 presidential candidate did not outline a concrete plan to achieve his latest campaign pledge
Transcript: Sen. Bernie Sanders on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont that aired Sunday, March 31, 2019, on "Face the Nation"
Nevada Democrat says Biden behaved inappropriately with her
Former vice president says he does not recall the alleged incident, praises Flores as "strong and independent voice"
Democratic voters weigh personality, policy in primary race
As the campaign heats up, voters in early primary states are trying to figure out the best way to beat Trump
Poll: Joe Biden leads 2020 Democrats in millennial support
The former vice president is expected to face scrutiny from the progressive wing of the Democratic Party if he launches a White House bid
Can Sanders win support from minorities and women in 2020?
CBS News polling analysis of where Sanders' strengths and weaknesses were among the Democratic primary electorate in 2016 as he begins his 2020 run
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Iran war appears to expand to Egypt's coast as drones hit gas port
Drone strikes hit gas vessels at an Egyptian port on the Mediterranean, as a poll shows little American support for the five-month war with Iran.
Blanche's nomination for AG on hold over fate of DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund"
Republican Sen. John Cornyn has demanded formal modifications to an agreement the Justice Department made with President Trump to settle his lawsuit against the IRS.
Sen. Paul: "Very real chance" Fauci could be prosecuted after Senate hearing
Hours after Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment in response to all questions during a Senate hearing, Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky told CBS News he believes Fauci could be prosecuted.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Dconomic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
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Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy jury to hear from first responders from day 3 kids died
Follow along with live updates on the third day of witness testimony in Lindsay Clancy's Massachusetts murder trial.
White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
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Trump-affiliated companies distance themselves from Trump-IRS deal
Top Senate Democrats sought answers about Trump IRS deal from mining company Kaz Resources, cryptocurrency companies World Liberty Financial and prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi.
Dr. Deborah Birx: Fauci hearing shows there's still anger over handling of COVID
Dr. Deborah Birx offered "The Takeout" her takeaways on what the contentious Senate hearing with former colleague Dr. Anthony Fauci says about the nation's ability to move on from COVID.
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Canelo Álvarez says there's "not much left" for him to do in boxing
Professional boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson about when he'll know to walk away from the sport.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Montana man, impaled by trekking pole, hikes out of mountains to get help
A hiker climbing Montana's highest peak slipped and impaled himself on his trekking pole as he fell, then hiked six miles off the mountain along with two friends to get help, he says.
White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
DOJ asking secretive court to remove Afghan woman allegedly tied to terror plot
The DOJ is seeking to deport an Afghan woman who prosecutors allege is an "alien terrorist," in the first-ever test case before a secretive court that has never convened since it was created three decades ago.
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U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
Why are airlines banning humanoid robots from flights?
Three major U.S. airlines have quietly changed their policies to ban humanoid and animal-like robots from their flights.
Fed holds interest rates steady, but 3 officials vote for hike
Fed officials are leaving their benchmark rate unchanged for a fifth straight meeting, a sign they expect inflation to ease.
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White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
DOJ asking secretive court to remove Afghan woman allegedly tied to terror plot
The DOJ is seeking to deport an Afghan woman who prosecutors allege is an "alien terrorist," in the first-ever test case before a secretive court that has never convened since it was created three decades ago.
Blanche's nomination for AG on hold over fate of DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund"
Republican Sen. John Cornyn has demanded formal modifications to an agreement the Justice Department made with President Trump to settle his lawsuit against the IRS.
Acting CDC director says Fauci "abused the place of power" during pandemic
The acting director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday accused Dr. Anthony Fauci of an abuse of power during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Deborah Birx: Fauci hearing shows there's still anger over handling of COVID
Dr. Deborah Birx offered "The Takeout" her takeaways on what the contentious Senate hearing with former colleague Dr. Anthony Fauci says about the nation's ability to move on from COVID.
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Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
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Japan earthquake death toll climbs to 34 as hopes wane for more rescues
The Kumamoto prefectural government said at least 34 people were killed in the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week.
Battle against monster wildfire in France boosted by improving weather
George and Amal Clooney are among thousands of residents in southwest France still displaced by a massive wildfire, but crews are gaining control.
Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
Husband of U.S. woman missing in Grenada doesn't suspect foul play
The husband of a North Carolina woman who went missing last week while visiting the Caribbean island of Grenada said Wednesday he believes "there was no foul play" in her disappearance.
Elephants that died in Kenya likely poisoned by cyanide-tainted tomatoes
Fifteen elephants in southern Kenya are suspected to have been poisoned by cyanide-contaminated tomatoes, according to wildlife authorities.
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From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
Actor Jared Leto facing allegations
Actor Jared Leto is facing allegations of criminal sexual conduct, which he has denied. In a new BBC documentary, four women accuse Leto of targeting them when they were underage. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Zoe Saldaña on new season of "Lioness"
Zoe Saldaña tells "CBS Mornings" why this season of "Lioness" is demanding, how the series challenges the actors and what it's like working with Taylor Sheridan.
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
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Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
OpenAI interested in AI wearables
OpenAI's president says it is working on wearable and hardware options for its AI chatbots like ChatGPT. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to discuss this and other technology headlines.
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.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Lindsay Clancy murder trial centers on ex's 911 call: "She killed the kids"
Prosecutors allege Lindsay Clancy made a "calculated decision" in killing her kids, while the defense says she was overmedicated and suffering from extreme postpartum psychosis.
New testimony in Lindsay Clancy's trial
On the second day of the triple murder trial of a Massachusetts mom who killed her three children, the judge heard new testimony and evidence. Prosecutors asked her ex-husband to describe the moment he returned home on Jan. 24, 2023. Shanelle Kaul reports on the details.
911 call played in Lindsay Clancy trial
Wednesday marked the second day of the high-profile trial against Lindsay Clancy. She's charged with three counts of first-degree murder and facing life in prison for the killings of her three children in 2023. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Salman Rushdie attacker convicted in terrorism trial over 2022 stabbing
A man has been convicted of federal terrorism charges in the 2022 stabbing that severely injured author Salman Rushdie.
Teen hitman guilty of U.K. murder plot for Swedish crime group with Iran links
A 19-year-old Norwegian hitman was found guilty of an assassination plot after sending selfies with weapons to his girlfriend and friends.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Rand Paul threatens Fauci with prosecution
Kentucky Republican Sen. Rand Paul said former White House medical adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci may face prosecution for repeatedly invoking his Fifth Amendment right during a Senate hearing on the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic. CBS News' Jarred Hill and legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe have more.
From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
U.S. and Iran trade strikes as conflict expands
As the U.S. and Iran trade strikes, the conflict appears to be expanding to other Middle Eastern countries. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
Women's Pro Baseball League launching
The Women's Pro Baseball League, which features four teams, launches on Saturday. Justine Siegal, the co-founder and first commissioner of the league, along with first overall draft pick Kelsie Whitmore, talk about the pressure and excitement surrounding the league's inaugural season, the future of women playing baseball and more.