Rep. Dusty Johnson on "The Takeout"
South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss the negotiations over raising the debt ceiling and why he's not in favor of banning assault weapons.
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Trump spending law deficit concerns
A new Congressional Budget Office report projects President Trump's tax and spending law will add more than $3 trillion to the federal deficit over the next decade. Marc Goldwein, senior vice president and senior policy director for the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
How Senate GOP could change Trump budget bill
Senate Republicans will begin rewriting the House budget bill, which contains President Trump's economic agenda, this week. Former GOP Rep. Kevin Brady of Texas joins "The Takeout" to describe what it was like when that happened to him in 2017.
How the national debt reached $36.2 trillion
The national debt stands at about $36.2 trillion, and economists are concerned aboutthe growing deficit's impact. Here's what to know.
Stock futures fall after Moody's downgrades U.S. credit rating
Stock futures slide as investors absorb news of Moody's U.S. credit downgrade.
5/28: The Takeout: Rep. Brendan Boyle
House Budget Committee member Rep. Brendan Boyle sits down with Major Garrett on "The Takeout." The Democratic congressman from Pennsylvania recalls the 2011 debt negotiation drama, when the U.S. suffered a credit downgrade and increased borrowing costs. Now, Boyle lays out the stakes as lawmakers face a similar threat of default: "Here we are again, flirting with disaster."
6/4: The Takeout: Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy
Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss the debt ceiling negotiations on Capitol Hill, social security and healthcare spending, plus a discussion on governments' use of artificial intelligence, and the upcoming 2024 presidential election
Janet Yellen tells Congress that U.S. could hit debt limit in mid-January
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said her agency will need to start taking "extraordinary measures" or special accounting maneuvers intended to prevent the nation from hitting the debt ceiling by mid-January.
How the House passed a last-minute funding bill
The House has passed a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown. After two versions of a continuing resolution fell apart earlier this week, House Republicans agreed to introduce a bill to fund the government through March, extend the Farm Bill and provide $110 billion in disaster aid. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Jeffries on House passage of funding deal
Hours before the government was set to shut down Friday, the House approved a short-term funding deal to keep the lights on over the holiday. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called the bill's passage "a victory for the American people." Juliegrace Brufke, senior political reporter for The Daily Beast, and Scott MacFarlane, CBS News congressional correspondent, join to discuss.
House begins debate on new funding bill
The House is expected to vote Friday evening on a deal to fund the government and avert a shutdown over the holidays. An earlier version of the bill failed in a Thursday vote. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the latest.
Manchin predicts Senate will go along with House on shutdown negotiations
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" he expects the tense negotiations on funding the government will end without a shutdown.
Trump wants debt ceiling raised or scrapped
President-elect Donald Trump is calling on Republicans to either raise or abolish the debt ceiling in a new spending bill to keep the government funded. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Congress wraps up 2023 without achieving much
2023 in Washington, D.C., can be summarized just as much by what didn't happen -- as by what did. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins "America Decides" to recap Capitol Hill's year of chaos and inaction and to preview lawmakers' busy January schedule.
Top budget puzzles facing the nation
The first big test for the new speaker of the House will be negotiating government funding, which runs out in November. Alan Auerbach, economics professor at the University of California, Berkeley, joins CBS News to discuss the debates that need to happen to shrink the deficit.
House lawmakers continue spending talks
On Capitol Hill Tuesday, House Democrats are meeting after sending a letter to Speaker Kevin McCarthy outlining their response to the short-term spending proposal brought forward by some Republicans Monday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
White House blames GOP for credit downgrade
Fitch Ratings downgraded the U.S. government's top credit rating on Tuesday. The White House in a statement said they disagreed with the decision and blamed Republicans, who they say were "cheerleading default." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Here's what the Fed's interest rate pause means for your money
After 10 straight interest-rate hikes, borrowers face sharply higher costs for credit cards, mortgages and other loans.
What's next for Congress after debt standoff?
With President Biden signing the debt ceiling bill over the weekend, some House Republicans who did not vote for it have voiced their discontent with Speaker Kevin McCarthy and the future of his role. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.
McCarthy faces GOP criticism for debt deal
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is lauding the debt ceiling deal he negotiated with President Biden and others to avert a potentially catastrophic default, but some far-right members of his party have different opinions. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Mild recession possible as job numbers stay hot
The U.S. averted disaster by raising the debt ceiling, but a mild recession is still possible even as job numbers remain hot, according to the head of Bank of America. Mark Strassmann breaks down how the U.S. economy is doing.
Robert Rubin condemns threats to default on U.S. gov't debt
The United States avoided default this week when the House passed a bill to raise the debt ceiling. But Robert Rubin, who served as treasury secretary in the Clinton administration, says the political fight that jeopardized the government's ability to pay its bills threatened severe economic harm, and that any future fights over the debt ceiling are risky and irresponsible.
"Not good" to fight over debt limit
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan joined “Face the Nation” to discuss the economy after the nation averted a debt crisis.
Manchin: "Everything's on the table" for him
West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin joined “Face the Nation” to discuss his plans for the future in addition to the bipartisan deal to cut federal spending and suspend the nation's debt ceiling, averting a crisis.
GOP rep. won't rule out government shutdown
President Biden signed a bipartisan deal to cut federal spending and suspend the nation's debt ceiling just hours before what could have been a catastrophic default. Republican Congressman Garret Graves, who led GOP negotiators during the debate over raising the debt ceiling, joined “Face the Nation” from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to discuss what’s next for the country.
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War escalates, energy prices spike after Israeli strike on Iran gas field
As Iran retaliates for an Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field, one analyst warns the war is "now hitting the plumbing of the global energy system."
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We visited an LA building with 89 registered hospices. Here's what we found.
Advocates said the Van Nuys building looked like an example of "clustering" — a red flag for hospice fraud.
Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
Body of missing student James Gracey found in Barcelona, police say
The body of missing University of Alabama student James Gracey, who disappeared on a trip to Barcelona, has been found, Spanish officials said Thursday.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 election probe sue over firings
Two former FBI agents who helped investigate President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results sued the federal government, alleging they were wrongfully terminated.
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
Every 1-cent increase in gasoline prices reduces consumer spending by $1.5 billion annually, one economist says.
Over a third of TSA officers call out at 3 major U.S. airports in single day
"The morale is getting worse by the day because no one knows when this is gonna end," said Cameron Cochems, a lead TSA officer in Boise, Idaho.
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Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
Every 1-cent increase in gasoline prices reduces consumer spending by $1.5 billion annually, one economist says.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
3 reasons the Federal Reserve's interest rate pause is worrying investors
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell used the phrase "we don't know" at least 14 times during his press conference. Investors are nervous.
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Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
Every 1-cent increase in gasoline prices reduces consumer spending by $1.5 billion annually, one economist says.
3 reasons the Federal Reserve's interest rate pause is worrying investors
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell used the phrase "we don't know" at least 14 times during his press conference. Investors are nervous.
Surging U.S. gas prices could erase bigger tax refunds, analysis finds
Stanford economists estimate that the typical U.S. household will spend an additional $740 on gas this year because of the jump in global oil prices.
U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
Wall Street is betting on Ukraine's drone technology
Swarmer is likely to be the first of many: a Ukrainian defense startup with an American face that leans on U.S. capital to scale production for both the Ukrainian and American militaries.
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Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Senators meet with border czar as lawmakers search for way out of DHS shutdown
Thursday's meeting with Tom Homan marked a key development as progress to date has appeared stagnant.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
Book excerpt: "Stand" by Cory Booker
At a time when our nation is splintered in many areas of public life, the New Jersey Senator writes how virtue is a strategy to rekindle the belief that Americans' destiny is bound together.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
Iran hangs 3, including teen wrestler, in first executions over Jan. protests
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that Saleh Mohammadi, a young member of Iran's national wrestling team, was among the three men executed in Iran.
Divers find marble treasure possibly taken from Parthenon at Aegean shipwreck
Excavations at the site of the 1802 Mentor shipwreck uncovered a marble fragment that may have ties to the Parthenon in Ancient Greece, officials say.
Transcript: IAEA's Rafael Grossi on "Face the Nation," March 22, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi, a portion of which will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
What can one of the world's happiest nations teach us about parenting?
U.S. author Jessica Joelle Alexander says Americans should consider adopting some of Denmark's "great parenting practices."
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Alessia Cara on new album
Grammy winner Alessia Cara is debuting a new album 10 years into her music career. Cara joined CBS News with details on her latest collaborations.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
"Survivor" contestant talks elimination
Spoiler alert! The latest contestant eliminated from "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his surprising elimination and if he has any regrets about how he played the game.
Book excerpt: "When Caesar Was King" by David Margolick
David Margolick's biography of Sid Caesar explores how the 1950s comic reinvented the art of comedy in the new medium of television.
Demi Lovato on eating disorders, cookbook
Grammy-nominated singer and actor Demi Lovato speaks with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her healing journey and how she found joy in cooking after her recovery from anorexia and bulimia. Lovato says food used to bring her "discomfort and fear" but she has since learned to find "freedom with food." Her new cookbook is called "One Plate at a Time."
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Risks of excessive screen time for adults
More than 80% of adults say they go online at least several times per day and research indicates that even adults' fully-formed brains can suffer negative consequences from excessive screen time. Dr. Sue Varma breaks down risks, tips to reduce your screen time and why adults are spending more time on screens.
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.
Inside NVIDIA's new chip
NVIDIA's GTC conference brought big crowds to Silicon Valley this week, with hundreds of companies showcasing products powered by NVIDIA's chips. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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.
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Photo of Michigan synagogue attacker shows him with AR-style rifle
The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan last week sent a photo of himself with the AR-style rifle he had during the attack to a family member in Lebanon, according to a U.S. official.
Joseph Duggar faces child sex abuse charges
Joseph Duggar, one of the stars of the reality show "19 Kids and Counting," has been arrested and is facing child sex abuse charges. He's accused of sexually abusing a 9-year-old girl six years ago in Florida. Tom Hanson reports.
César Chávez sexual abuse allegations
More details are emerging about the allegations of abuse against the late Cesar Chavez. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.
Fugitive wanted in killing of Ecuadorian candidate arrested in Mexico
Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales is one of the alleged ringleaders of the Ecuadorian criminal gang "Los Lobos" and one of the country's most-wanted fugitives.
Kouri Richins found guilty | "48 Hours" Podcast
Kouri Richins, Utah author and mother, was just found guilty for murder and attempted murder of her husband Eric Richins. The state accused her of killing him with a fentanyl-laced Moscow mule in 2022 after previously attempting to poison him via a sandwich on Valentine's Day. Monday evening the jury found her guilty on all counts including insurance fraud and forgery. In a special episode, "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales speaks with Skye Lazaro, former defense attorney for Richins, about the significance of the outcome and the key moments in court that let up to the verdict. This episode was recorded on March 17.
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Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
After an overnight Thursday trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Body identified as missing American student
James Gracey, an American college student who vanished on a spring break trip to Barcelona, has been found dead, Spanish police say. Gracey disappeared while visiting a club near the beach.
From the archives: Bush announces invasion of Iraq
On March 19, 2003, President George W. Bush announced the U.S. invasion of Iraq in an address to the nation. Watch Bush's full speech.
Gabbard on goals with Iran war
Rep. Joaquin Castro, a Texas Democrat, pressed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard on whether the U.S. and Israel's goals are aligned in the war against Iran. Gabbard acknowledged that President Trump and the Israeli government have different objectives.
Family on Afghan man's ICE custody death
Mohammed Nazeer Paktiawal, 41, a former soldier in the Afghan military who was evacuated to the U.S. in 2021, died in ICE custody on March 14. Thirteen people have died in ICE detention three months into 2026, following a two-decade high death tally reported last year. CBS News spoke to Paktiawal's brother and 12-year-old son, both of whom are demanding answers about his sudden death.
Netanyahu gives national address on Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed his nation on Thursday, giving an update on the state of the war with Iran. Netanyahu praised President Trump several times, thanking him for "leading this effort to safeguard our future."