Durbin announces Senate retirement
Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin announced he will not seek reelection, prompting a shake up in Democratic leadership for the upper chamber. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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Byron Donalds hosts contentious town hall
Another town hall for a Republican member of Congress turned contentious Monday night, this time for Rep. Byron Donalds of Florida. Audience members repeatedly interrupted the congressman, and authorities removed two people. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small was in attendance.
Sen. Tim Kaine on Pope Francis' life, legacy
Pope Francis is remembered as a spiritual and political leader, most notably with his more liberal stances on social issues like immigration and gay rights. Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, who is Catholic, joins "America Decides" to remember the late pope.
What has Trump accomplished so far in 2nd term?
In a week that saw the Trump administration take on fights with the courts, higher education and the Federal Reserve, it ended with former TV personality Dr. Oz sworn in as the administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Political strategists Joel Payne and Ryan Taylor join "America Decides" with analysis.
DNC vice chair aims to unseat some Democrats
A vice chair of the Democratic National Committee is defending his newly announced multi-million dollar effort to unseat what he calls "ineffective" incumbent House Democrats. Political strategists Ammar Moussa and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.
Parkland survivor David Hogg on FSU shooting
Two people were killed after an active shooter opened fire on the Florida State University campus in Tallahassee on Thursday. Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg, a survivor of the 2018 Parkland high school shooting, joins "America Decides" with his thoughts on the incident and to discuss his newly announced multi-million dollar effort to unseat what he calls "ineffective" incumbent House Democrats.
Sanders, AOC touring Republican strongholds
Wednesday afternoon, Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez visited a packed arena full of supporters in Montana. CBS News political correspondent Nidia Cavazos reports on the tour.
Analyzing "Fighting Oligarchy" tour's impact
Has the "Fighting Oligarchy" tour from Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez made the progressive lawmakers the face of the Democratic Party's resistance? Washington Post Congressional reporter Marianna Sotomayor and 24Sight News founder and editor Tom LoBianco join "America Decides" to analyze the tour's impact.
New book reveals details on Biden debate prep
A new book is offering a fly-on-the-wall account of the historically tumultuous 2024 presidential race. Chris Whipple, author of "Uncharted: How Trump Beat Biden, Harris, and the Odds in the Wildest Campaign in History," joins "America Decides" to share the never-before-told details in his book.
Poll: 75% say tariffs raise short-term prices
A new CBS News poll finds that 75% of Americans are concerned tariffs will raise prices. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has more on the findings. Then, political strategists Joel Payne and Maura Gillespie join with analysis.
Sens. Tina Smith and Gary Peters on retiring
As Democrats work to win back support in the Midwest, they will be without Minnesota Sen. Tina Smith and Michigan Sen. Gary Peters, who will not seek reelection in 2026. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns sat down with the lawmakers for their take on the state of the Democratic Party.
Trump praises Whitmer after tariff critiques
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's unexpected Oval Office visit on Wednesday has angered some Democrats and earned her praise from President Trump. Political strategists Ofirah Yheskel and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.
What's next for Trump-backed budget plan?
The House narrowly passed a budget blueprint on Thursday that includes cuts to taxes and spending, a big step toward eventually approving President Trump's economic agenda. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion explains what happens now that the plan has passed.
Crockett: "Huge mistake" to cede tariff power
President Trump announced Wednesday that he's pausing tariffs on many countries for 90 days while raising tariffs on China to 125%. Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas joins "America Decides" with her reaction.
Abigail Spanberger talks gubernatorial race
Virginia voters are seven months away from electing their next governor in a race that's already seen record-breaking fundraising. Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger joins "America Decides" to discuss the historic race between her and the commonwealth's lieutenant governor.
Rep. Jason Crow on Signal chat leak and more
Sources tell CBS News that national security adviser Mike Waltz meant to add a spokesman and not a journalist to a chat on Signal where Trump administration officials were discussing plans to bomb Yemen. Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado joins "America Decides" with his take on the debacle, Trump's tariffs and the state of his party.
Senate looks to rein in Trump's tariff power
The White House Budget Office says that President Trump would veto a bipartisan Senate bill that limits his authority to impose tariffs, should the legislation pass and get to his desk. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Opposition movement against Trump emerging
Over 1,200 protests were organized on Saturday in opposition to the Trump administration's policies. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa has more.
Recapping this week in politics
A 25-hour speech on the Senate floor, the costliest judicial race in U.S. history, President Trump's tariffs and a tanking stock market that followed are some of the most significant political moments from the past week. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.
Why some Democratic districts shifted right
Several districts in the U.S. that historically voted Democrat have made sizable shifts to the right, according to The Cook Political Report's newly published 2025 Cook Partisan Voting Index. David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst for The Cook Political Report, joins "America Decides" to explain why.
Tariffs make some influencers turn on Trump
Republicans ruled the social media landscape in the 2024 election cycle. Now, some influencers who helped President Trump capture the so-called "bro vote" are expressing their concerns over this recent round of tariffs. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" with analysis.
Rand Paul makes case against Trump tariffs
Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky has emerged as a fierce critic of President Trump's reciprocal tariffs, arguing they may not fit within the U.S. Constitution. Political strategists Hyma Moore and Maura Gillespie join "America Decides" with analysis.
Delaware governor slams Trump tariffs
There have been mixed reactions to President Trump's new global tariffs from elected officials across the United States. Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer, a Democrat, joins "America Decides" with his perspective.
How Susan Crawford won Wisconsin's court race
Democrat-backed Judge Susan Crawford won Tuesday's Wisconsin Supreme Court race, beating her Republican-endorsed opponent by 10 points. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
Will Trump tariffs trigger backlash?
President Trump promised to bring down prices on the campaign trail, but economists say his tariffs could raise them. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" to examine the potential political ramifications.
DHS requests 20,000 National Guard troops to help with mass deportation
It's the latest request from the Trump administration for assistance with its mass deportation efforts.
In Sean "Diddy" Combs trial, Cassie Ventura's cross examination focuses on their relationship, texts
Cassie Ventura was back on the stand for cross-examination in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial after accusing him of raping her in 2018.
Army anniversary parade on Trump's birthday could cost up to $45 million
A military parade next month will feature hundreds of Army vehicles and thousands of soldiers.
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Video shows outage at air traffic control facility that handles Newark flights
An exclusive video obtained by CBS News shows inside the problem-plagued air traffic control facility that handles flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport during a brief outage on May 9.
FAA has used eBay and 3D printers to replace parts, Duffy says
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
High levels of arsenic found in rice sold in stores across U.S., report finds
A report from the organization Healthy Babies, Bright Futures is bringing attention to toxic heavy metals and elements such as arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury that could be in your rice.
Supreme Court asks tough questions of government in birthright citizenship case
The Trump administration's bid to enforce its birthright citizenship executive orders gives the Supreme Court an opportunity to address the soundness of nationwide injunctions.
Fed Chief Jerome Powell warns that U.S. could face "supply shocks"
The Fed's warning echoes that of analysts who say U.S. companies could face inventory shortfalls as a result of tariff-induced supply chain issues.
Chris Brown arrested in U.K. for alleged attack at London club in 2023
Singer Chris Brown has been arrested in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
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Video shows outage at air traffic control facility that handles Newark flights
An exclusive video obtained by CBS News shows inside the problem-plagued air traffic control facility that handles flights in and out of Newark Liberty International Airport during a brief outage on May 9.
Is TikTok down? Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of TikTok users reported the social media service was down on Thursday, according to Downdetector.
Man pleads guilty in murder-for-hire plot, planned to feed victim to hogs
Jeal Sutherland, 57, planned to hire someone to kill a man who is the father of a child with his ex-partner.
Chris Brown arrested in U.K. for alleged attack at London club in 2023
Singer Chris Brown has been arrested in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Toxic environments are pushing workers to speak up, in some cases quit
There's a difference between an occasional disagreement and persistent abuse. Here's what to know.
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Is TikTok down? Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of TikTok users reported the social media service was down on Thursday, according to Downdetector.
Toxic environments are pushing workers to speak up, in some cases quit
There's a difference between an occasional disagreement and persistent abuse. Here's what to know.
Why there's no tax break for Social Security benefits in the new tax bill
Seniors are unlikely to get a break on paying taxes on their Social Security benefits, an issue that impacts more people each year.
Fed chief Jerome Powell warns that U.S. could face "supply shocks"
The Fed's warning echoes that of analysts who say U.S. companies could face inventory shortfalls as a result of tariff-induced supply chain issues.
Ford recalls nearly 275,000 SUVs over possible brake damage
A bent brake line caused by faulty assembly may lead to reduced brake function, putting the driver and others on the road in danger.
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DHS requests 20,000 National Guard troops to help with mass deportation
It's the latest request from the Trump administration for assistance with its mass deportation efforts.
Army anniversary parade on Trump's birthday could cost up to $45 million
A military parade next month will feature hundreds of Army vehicles and thousands of soldiers.
FAA has used eBay and 3D printers to replace parts, Duffy says
President Trump's transportation secretary said Thursday the FAA's air traffic control system "truly is 25, 35, 40 years old in some places."
Supreme Court asks tough questions of federal government in birthright citizenship case
The Trump administration's bid to enforce its birthright citizenship executive orders gives the Supreme Court an opportunity to address the soundness of nationwide injunctions.
First judge rules Trump can use Alien Enemies Act. Here's what that means.
U.S. District Judge Stephanie Haines, a Trump nominee, ruled the president is legally allowed to use the 18th-century law to deport Venezuelan migrants accused of belonging to the gang Tren de Aragua.
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FDA to revisit approval of "yoga mat" bread ingredient banned in Europe
The FDA is prioritizing the review of some previously approved food additives, including ADA, dubbed the "yoga mat" chemical.
High levels of arsenic found in rice sold in stores across U.S., report finds
A report from the organization Healthy Babies, Bright Futures is bringing attention to toxic heavy metals and elements such as arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury that could be in your rice.
Pain clinic CEO faced 20 years for fraud. He got 18 months.
Michael Kestner, CEO of Pain MD, was convicted of 13 fraud felonies after his company gave patients hundreds of thousands of questionable injections.
UC San Francisco's psilocybin therapy shows promise for Parkinson's patients
On a quiet plot of land in rural New Mexico, Jeff Deming feels like he's really living, once again.
Trump wants drug price caps tied to foreign nations. Here's why Biden never did it.
President Trump is now seeking to implement the idea through an executive order.
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Chris Brown arrested in U.K. for alleged attack at London club in 2023
Singer Chris Brown has been arrested in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Basketball player from Dallas arrested in Indonesia over cannabis candy
Jarred Dwayne Shaw, 34, was arrested May 7 after police allegedly found more than 30 ounces of marijuana candies in his apartment.
Retired judge arrested over mass student disappearance in Mexico
Lambertina Galeana, a former senior judge, is accused of helping to conceal videos that allegedly showed the kidnapping of the Ayotzinapa students.
Putin skips Ukraine talks, dimming hope for ceasefire despite Trump's push
Vladimir Putin rejected calls to join direct talks with Ukraine's leader in Turkey, seemingly unphased by mounting pressure from Trump to strike a peace deal.
Toxic algae killing sharks, rays, crabs: "Like a horror movie for fish"
The algae — Karenia mikimotoi — is killing more than 200 species of marine life off the southern coast of Australia, scientists and conservation groups say.
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Chris Brown arrested in U.K. for alleged attack at London club in 2023
Singer Chris Brown has been arrested in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
$10,000 treasure chest buried in San Francisco reportedly found
A mysterious treasure chest that was buried in San Francisco by an anonymous group, containing gold and artifacts, has reportedly been found.
Tiny Desk Radio goes behind the scenes of NPR concert series
Every month, 20 million people listen to NPR's Tiny Desk concert series, which has brought in major stars like Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift and Doechii.
Blake Shelton returns to music with Gwen Stefani duet and talks new TV series
Blake Shelton is back with his 13th studio album, "For Recreational Use Only," featuring a duet with wife Gwen Stefani, and a new CBS singing competition show called "The Road."
Tiny Desk goes big with new radio show
NPR's popular Tiny Desk concert series now airs as a weekly radio show hosted by Bobby Carter and Anamaria Sayre. They join Nate Burleson to talk about the show's impact, evolution, and most memorable performances.
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How to clean up your digital footprint
Old accounts and forgotten photos can make you a target. CBS News Confirmed's Alex Clark shares how to delete your data and stay safe as internet scams reach a record $16.6 billion in losses.
Why are Trump, Musk in Saudi Arabia?
President Trump is in Saudi Arabia where his administration is looking to boost diplomatic ties through economic investment. CBS News reporter Taurean Small has the details.
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.
Big Tech stocks rise with CEOs in Saudi Arabia
The Dow Jones dipped on Tuesday, but Big Tech stocks saw gains as CEOs joined President Trump on his trip to Saudi Arabia. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Microsoft to lay off 6,000 employees in cost-cutting move
The layoffs, impacting all levels at the company, come as the tech giant continues to post strong sales and profits.
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Richard Garwin, a designer of the first hydrogen bomb, dies at 97
Garwin advised several presidents published more than 500 papers and was granted 47 U.S. patents.
Universe will die "much sooner than expected," researchers say
The universe is poised to die much faster than previously thought, according to new research by Dutch scientists.
Some U.S. cities are sinking, study finds
A new study shows the land under some of the largest cities in the U.S. is sinking. "Land subsidence" is the gradual setting or sudden sinking of the Earth's surface, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Manoochehr Shirzaei, a co-author of the study, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Rare New Zealand snail filmed laying egg from its neck
The strange reproductive habits of a large, carnivorous New Zealand snail were once shrouded in mystery. Now, footage of the snail laying an egg from its neck has been captured for the first time.
15 years after BP oil spill, Louisiana coast marine recovery still ongoing
In the summer of 2010, panic spread across the region when the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded in the Gulf.
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Man pleads guilty in murder-for-hire plot, planned to feed victim to hogs
Jeal Sutherland, 57, planned to hire someone to kill a man who is the father of a child with his ex-partner.
Mom accused of aiding son in planned attack
A mother in San Antonio, Texas, has been charged with providing her son with the means to attack his middle school. CBS News national correspondent Janet Shamlian has more.
Chris Brown arrested in U.K. for alleged attack at London club in 2023
Singer Chris Brown has been arrested in England for allegedly hitting someone with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Kohberger's last hearing before murder trial
Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, is back in court on Thursday for what is likely to be the final hearing before his trial starts this summer. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more from Boise.
Pain clinic CEO faced 20 years for fraud. He got 18 months.
Michael Kestner, CEO of Pain MD, was convicted of 13 fraud felonies after his company gave patients hundreds of thousands of questionable injections.
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Webb telescope captures images of Jupiter's auroras in stunning detail
Jupiter's stunning auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth, as pictured in new images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope.
May's full flower moon appears today. Here's how and when to see it.
May's full flower moon will light up the night sky.
Soviet-era spacecraft plunges back to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit
Kosmos 482 was launched by the then-Soviet Union in 1972 as part of a series of missions bound for Venus. But this one never made it out of orbit around Earth, stranded there by a rocket malfunction.
Soviet spacecraft plunging back to Earth
A Soviet-era spacecraft that was meant to land on Venus in 1972 is plunging back to Earth. Marlon Sorge, an executive director at The Aerospace Corporation, joins CBS News with what to expect.
Soviet spacecraft is plunging back to Earth 53 years after launch
A Soviet-era spacecraft meant to land on Venus a half century ago is expected to plunge uncontrolled back to Earth within days.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Rep. Boyle slams House GOP over budget bill
As House Republicans push President Trump's budget bill forward, House Democrats, including Pennsylvania Rep. Brendan Boyle, aren't happy about it. Boyle joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Facing a Monster | Post Mortem
Watch "Facing a Monster" and then catch up with CBS News correspondent Natalie Morales and "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green on "Post Mortem" as they discuss the survivor story of C.C. Opanowski, who was violently attacked by her ex-boyfriend, Shawn Doyle, when she was a teenager in 1996. They examine Doyle's escalating pattern of violence, which ultimately led to the 2005 murder of Lori Leonard, a single mom of two young sons, and how C.C. bravely faced Doyle in court a decade after her assault.
Johnson: Budget vote on track for next week
The House of Representatives is moving forward with President Trump's budget bill, but a sticking point among lawmakers over state and local tax deductions could cause issues. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on where negotiations stand.
Protesters show up to support Wisconsin judge
Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty to federal obstruction charges on Thursday as the government accused her of helping a man evade immigration agents. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Milwaukee.
SCOTUS poised to end nationwide injunctions
The Supreme Court heard arguments Thursday in a case that tests judges' power as President Trump targets birthright citizenship. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford reports.