Senate to receive article of impeachment Monday
Former President Trump's impeachment trial is drawing closer but convincing enough Republicans to convict him of inciting a riot is likely to be an uphill battle. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
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Trump's impeachment trial to begin February 8
The second impeachment trial of now former President Donald Trump is set to begin in the Senate in February. Democrats amended the timetable Friday after several days of back and forth with Republicans, who suggested both sides could use more time. The move may be setting the tone for a quicker confirmation of President Biden's Cabinet nominees. Kris Van Cleave reports from Capitol Hill.
U.S. faces vaccine crisis
Frustrations are mounting nationwide as vaccination sites close or cancel appointments as the vaccine supply runs dry. Danya Bacchus has more.
Biden vows to improve COVID-19 response
Through additional financial relief plans, faster vaccine distributions, and clear public messaging, the Biden administration is pledging to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. Skyler Henry has more on the Biden administration's efforts.
Democrats agree to delay Trump impeachment trial
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Friday that the impeachment trial for former president Donald Trump will begin February 8th, even though the article of impeachment will be delivered to the Senate on Monday. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden takes executive action aimed at economy
President Biden has signed two executive orders in an effort to help Americans who are struggling economically during the coronavirus pandemic. Nancy Cordes has more.
Top Republican proposes delaying Trump trial
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell wants to wait until February to hold former President Trump's impeachment trial. Meanwhile, the Senate has been holding confirmation hearings on President Biden's nominees. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more.
Harris makes history as vice president
Vice President Kamala Harris broke several barriers as she took the oath of office Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on this historic moment, and CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what Harris' inauguration means for women, girls and people of color.
Biden sets tone with call for unity
CBS News senior political analyst and "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson discusses President Biden's inaugural speech and the challenges he faces in the White House.
Senate historian on Biden's inauguration
President Joe Biden takes office with a trifecta for his party, with Democrats earning a majority in both the Senate and the House. He comes to the role after 36 years in the Senate and eight years as vice president. Don Ritchie, the historian emeritus of the Senate, joins CBSN to put in historical context the role Mr. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris now fill.
Unprecedented security ahead of inauguration
More than 25,000 National Guard troops are in Washington as part of an unprecedented level of security ahead of Joe Biden's presidential inauguration. Bill Bratton, former New York City and Boston police commissioner, joins CBSN AM to discuss the security measures.
Former Gov. Rendell on Biden's inauguration
Ed Rendell, former Democratic governor of Pennsylvania and a longtime friend of Joe Biden's, joined CBSN to discuss the significance of Inauguration Day and the upcoming Biden administration.
Confirmation hearings begin for Biden Cabinet picks
Senate confirmation hearings began Tuesday for five of President-elect Joe Biden's Cabinet nominees. Lawmakers questioned his picks for Secretary of State, Treasury, Defense and Homeland Security — as well as Mr. Biden's pick for director of national intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on the latest from Capitol Hill, then joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's hearings.
Biden's DNI nominee testifies in hearing
CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what Avril Haines — President-elect Joe Biden's pick for director of national intelligence — vows to do if confirmed to that position.
Alejandro Mayorkas questioned over U.S. Capitol riot
CBS News reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what lawmakers wanted to learn from President-elect Joe Biden's Homeland Security Secretary nominee Alejandro Mayorkas at his confirmation hearing.
FBI vetting National Guard troops
The FBI says it is vetting 25,000 National Guard troops in Washington amid concerns over an insider threat to Wednesday's inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden. Shane Harris, an intelligence and national security reporter for the Washington Post, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero for a closer look at the threats.
Inauguration security and pandemic precautions
Security threats and a global pandemic pose significant challenges for President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN a look at how organizers are preparing for Wednesday's big event.
Biden's plan for first 10 days in office
The incoming Biden administration has announced executive actions and legislative proposals it intends to implement during their first 10 days in office. This comes as President Trump makes plans for pardons in his final days in power. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss what we can expect.
D.C. prepares for unprecedented inauguration
The 2021 inauguration will feature long-standing traditions marking the occasion despite unprecedented challenges. President-elect Biden plans to take the oath of office on the west front steps of the Capitol, as other presidents have done for the last 40 years. Chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes got a behind-the-scenes look.
Former Homeland Security secretary on threats
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about the largest threats during inauguration week and what needs to be done to prevent another attack.
CBS News poll finds Americans see democracy under threat
CBS News Elections and Surveys Director Anthony Salvanto shares the latest polling data as a new administration is poised to take office.
Schiff says Trump "can't be trusted" to keep getting intel briefings
Schiff said there were intelligence partners around the world who likely withheld information from the U.S. because they didn't trust the president.
Transcript: Melvin Carter on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with St. Paul, Minnesota, Mayor Melvin Carter that aired Sunday, January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Schiff: Trump shouldn't receive intel briefings out of office
Congressman Adam Schiff, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, says "there's no circumstance" under which President Trump should receive intelligence briefings once he leaves office.
An unprecedented impeachment
President Donald Trump became the first chief executive to be impeached twice, when the House of Representatives voted this past week that he had incited a violent insurrection upon the U.S. Capitol. Correspondent Rita Braver talks with GOP Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler, who joined with nine other Republicans to vote for impeachment.
California couple at center of surrogacy scandal arrested
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The life and travels of an alleged Chinese agent in the U.S.
U.S. troops on Okinawa facing curfew, alcohol ban after murder charge vs. Marine
Christa Pike is conscious, speaking after botched execution, attorneys say
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Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan to be executed Dec. 3, email states
In Maine Senate debate, Collins and Jackson both criticize Trump — but spar over how
