10/4/18: Red and Blue
FBI wraps up its Kavanaugh inquiry; Astrophysicist on the militarization of space
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Cruz: Trump "speaks for himself" on Ford
Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz tells "CBS This Morning" co-host Bianna Golodryga that President Trump "speaks for himself" when he criticized Christine Blasey Ford, who has accused Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault.
Trump mocks Blasey Ford during rally
Several Republican senators criticized President Trump Wednesday, for comments he made Tuesday during a rally in Mississippi. At the rally, the president mocked Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing his Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, of sexual assault. Axios reporter and associate news editor Alayna Treene joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Trump mocks Blasey Ford during rally
The White House defended President Trump Wednesday, after he mocked Christine Blasey Ford, one of the women accusing his Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanugh, of sexual assault. Washington Post investigative reporter, Emma Brown, who wrote the first account of Blasey Ford's allegations, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
10/2/18: Red and Blue
Trump alegedly engaged in suspect tax schemes; Inside the FBI inquiry into Kavanaugh
Latest on FBI's Kavanaugh investigation
Lawyers for Dr. Christine Blasey Ford say the FBI has not spoken to their client about her allegation of sexual assault against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. CBS News senior security analyst and former White House Homeland Security Adviser Fran Townsend speaks to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about why Ford may be one of the last to be interviewed.
Flake's New Hampshire speech
In a speech in New Hampshire Monday, Republican Sen. Jeff Flake highlighted issues dividing his party. CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor for NHJournal.com, Michael Graham joins CBSN to discuss Flake's speech.
10/1/18: Red and Blue
Kavanaugh's SCOTUS confirmation chances; Next step in Mueller's investigation
White House expands FBI inquiry into Kavanaugh
President Trump has used "witch hunt" in reference to the FBI probe into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh -- and of course, investigation by special counsel Robert Mueller. However, unlike with Mueller, Mr. Trump has control over the FBI's inquiry. How the president handles that probe could reveal he and his allies might try to shape Mueller's inquiry. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post national political reporter Dave Weigel join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Comparing Ford's testimony to Anita Hill
In 1991, Rita Braver covered the testimony of Anita Hill, who came forward with claims of sexual misconduct about a Supreme Court nominee, Clarence Thomas. Braver, now a national correspondent for CBS "Sunday Morning," joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to compare the two hearings.
Flake on Ford allegation
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake criticized President Trump on the Senate floor on Wednesday for doubting Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's sexual assault accusation against Brett Kavanaugh. Jeff Mason, White House correspondent for Reuters, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss if the White House is concerned ahead of Thursday's hearing.
9/25/18: Red and Blue
Trump dismisses second Kavanaugh accuser; California's competitive congressional contests
9/24/18: Red and Blue
Major Rosenstein & Kavanaugh developments; Cruz & O'Rourke face off in Texas
Kavanaugh complaint becomes September surprise
Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation to the Supreme Court was supposed to be an easy win for Republicans ahead of midterms. But after a former classmate accused the President Trump's pick of sexual assault, things got complicated. CBS News contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss strategy.
9/19/18: Red and Blue
Senator Grassley rejects request for FBI probe; New book explores war and money.
Blasey Ford wants FBI to investigate allegation
Sen. Chuck Grassley asked for Christine Blasey Ford's lawyers to respond by Friday about whether their client plans to appear before Congress. Ayesha Rascoe, White House correspondent for NPR, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how the confirmation hearing of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is being impacted.
Kavanaugh & the midterms
With Republicans defending a Supreme Court nominee accused of sexual assault, should Democrats be capitalizing on the controversy as a campaign issue? Bill Press, a Democratic strategist and author of "Trump Must Go," speaks to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about how the move could play in the midterms.
9/18/18: Red and Blue
War of words over Kavanaugh accusations; Number of detained children at record high
9/17/18: Red and Blue
Kavanaugh's accuser comes forward; new push to delay the Kavanaugh vote
9/5/18: Red and Blue
Senior WH official's anonymous NYT editorial; Previewing Delaware primary election
Kavanaugh's 2nd day of confirmation hearing
President Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh faced questions on abortion, executive powers and in the second day of his confirmation hearing. Sabrina Siddiqui, CBSN political contributor and political reporter of The Guardian, and Kevin Cirilli, chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Senators respond to Cohen guilty plea
In the wake of Michael Cohen's plea deal, leaders of both parties seemed to agree that now is not the time to talk about impeachment. Washington Post congressional reporter Sean Sullivan and McClatchy White House correspondent Anita Kumar join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
8/6/18: Red and Blue
Rick Gates took the stand in Paul Manafort's trial Monday; Missouri's primary election is tomorrow.
Intel chiefs warn of Russian interference
President Trump's national security team said Thursday that Russia is behind "persuasive" attempts to interfere in the 2018 midterm elections. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with a look at how the Trump administration says it's fighting election interference.
Kavanaugh facing push back from tech industry
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh could face confirmation opposition from those in the tech industry over his views on net neutrality and privacy. WIRED senior writer Issie Lapowsky and CNET senior writer Joan Solsman join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss why Kavanaugh's views could become an issue during confirmation proceedings.
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U.S. death toll in Iran war rises to 6 as Trump warns of long campaign
The U.S. military said Monday that the number of Americans killed during the ongoing conflict with Iran now stands at six. Follow live updates on Day 3 of the war.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
6 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
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Military officials question fortifications at site where U.S. troops were killed
The first American service members to die in the U.S.-Iran conflict were killed in an apparent Iranian drone attack on a makeshift office space in Kuwait, sources told CBS News.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint military mission in Iran.
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DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
SCOTUS blocks Calif. law against schools outing transgender students to their parents
The Supreme Court order blocks for now a California law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
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Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
More U.S. employees are hugging tight to their jobs. Here's why.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
Gas prices are set to rise. Here's what you could pay at the pump.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
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Military officials question fortifications at site where U.S. troops were killed
The first American service members to die in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran were killed in an apparent Iranian drone attack on a makeshift office space in Kuwait, sources told CBS News.
DOJ moves to drop defense of Trump's executive orders targeting law firms
Four different district court judges found President Trump's executive orders targeting the law firms were unconstitutional.
CBS News poll finds views of deportation operations continue to divide country
A new CBS News poll finds most Americans say nationwide ICE operations should be decreased.
SCOTUS blocks Calif. law against schools outing transgender students to their parents
The Supreme Court order blocks for now a California law that bans automatic parental notification requirements if students change their pronouns or gender expression at school.
Poll: What partisans want from their parties ahead of 2026 primary season
President Trump is a central figure for both Democrats and Republicans, going into the primary season, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Satellite images show Iranian sites before and after airstrikes
The satellite images show damage to sites including the Choqa Balk-e drone facility and former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's compound.
Prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure would cause oil prices to surge, experts warn
The Iran war is renewing concerns about the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. A prolonged closure could sharply drive up oil prices, experts said.
Insurgents raid village in South Sudan, killing at least 169 people
Women and children were among the dead, in addition to dozens of combatants, officials said.
Travel chaos intensifies with airports closed, flights canceled amid Iran war
Air travel chaos intensified as the war with Iran stretched into a third day — keeping airspace and airports in the Middle East closed and leaving travelers stranded.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
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Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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New details on slain Texas gunman
At least two people are dead, and 14 others are injured after a shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar on Sunday. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a possible terror attack. CBS News' Jason Allen and Camilo Montoya-Galvez have more.
Chilling photo shows grinning suspect in Scotland stabbing
A man was arrested for a stabbing incident in Edinburgh, Scotland, after a standoff with police in which he was photographed leaning out a window with a menacing grin.
Officials give update on Austin bar shooting
Authorities in Texas gave an update Monday on the shooting that killed two people at a bar in Austin over the weekend. The incident is being investigated for possible terrorism ties to the U.S. airstrikes in Iran.
Latest details on deadly Austin bar shooting
A deadly shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, is being investigated for possible links to terrorism. Two people were killed and 14 others injured, authorities said.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 3 and wounded 13 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Americans react to U.S. strikes on Iran
Americans across the political spectrum are reacting to the U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran. CBS News' Lana Zak has more.
Spike in gas prices likely amid Iran war
The war with Iran is impacting the global oil market and will likely lead to a spike in gas prices in the United States. Sahar Razavi, director of the Iranian and Middle Eastern Studies Center at Sacramento State, joined CBS News to discuss.
Trump says U.S. will "easily prevail" in Iran war
For a third day, U.S. and Israeli forces are pounding Iran, striking more than a thousand targets across the country, including key government and military buildings in the capital. For now, the Iranian regime's military is fighting back hard, firing missiles and launching drones in at least 11 countries, including Israel and Kuwait. Tony Dokoupil and Matt Gutman have the latest.
How U.S. and Israel are escalating strikes on Iran
The U.S. and Israeli militaries have carried out more than 1,000 strikes in the last three days, including attacks on army bases, warships and missile launchers. Charlie D'Agata has details
The decadeslong conflict behind war with Iran
If you're looking for an origin point of the current war with Iran, don't look to the earliest hours of this Saturday. Tony Dokoupil explains.