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Democrats eyeing a run in 2020 have crisscrossed the country this Presidents Day, visiting early voting states Monday. Three local reporters join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the states these White House contenders visited.
Washington Post reporter Eugene Scott and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down the controversies coming out of Virginia's capital surrounding Governor Northam, Lt. Gov. Fairfax and Attorney General Herring.
Former New York City mayor and potential 2020 candidate Michael Bloomberg is taking on climate policy. CBSN political contributor and conservative columnist Michael Graham joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Washington's Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee tells CBS News' Jamie Yuccas he doesn't think former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz should run for president in 2020, because running as an independent could help President Trump. Inslee also talks about his own potential 2020 plans.
California Sen. Kamala Harris, a former prosecutor, held a campaign rally in her hometown of Oakland on Sunday after officially announcing her bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. LA Times reporter Melanie Mason joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on what Harris brings to the race.
The Senate is preparing to take up two proposals to re-open the government as the partial government shutdown continues, now well over a month long. Christopher Cadelago, national political reporter for Politico, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna of California is suggesting that President Trump and both houses of Congress appoint outside negotiators to come up with a plan to reopen the government. He joined CBSN's "Red & Blue" with details on that, plus his recent op-ed on the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria and Afghanistan.
The Democratic-led House Intelligence Committee is rebooting the House's Russia investigation and will be hiring at least 12 staffers with various specialties to help with that restart. CBS News intelligence reporter Olivia Gazis reported this story and joined "Red & Blue" to discuss her findings.
Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren made five stops in Iowa over the weekend as she explores a possible presidential run. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and New York Magazine national correspondent Gabe Debenedetti join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what Democratic voters and strategists are looking for in a candidate.
The partial government shutdown stretched into its 12th day of its shutdown on Wednesday, with President Trump saying it could last much longer if Democrats refuse to fund a wall along the southern border. Washington Post congressional reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Secretary of Defense James Mattis says he's resigning at the end of February. Politico national political reporter Chris Cadelago joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Democrat Julian Castro says he's forming an exploratory committee for a possible run for the White House. The former Obama administration HUD secretary is likely to face a lot of competition. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Axios political reporter Alexi McCammond join "Red and Blue" with more.
Democrats are cautious as they weigh the political and logistical considerations around impeachment efforts. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns speaks to Rep. Pramila Jayapal about her perspective and joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Nancy Pelosi is one step closer to clinching the Speaker of the House position. She'll face a floor vote in January Molly Hooper, a congressional reporter for the Hill and CBSN political contributor, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss Wednesday's latest political news.
President Trump is increasing his rhetoric on immigration ahead of the midterms. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe; CBSN political contributor Sabrina Siddiqui; and NPR White House correspondent Ayesha Rascoe join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest.
At the White House Thursday, President Trump announced new proposals targeting asylum seekers, adding to his focus on immigration this week. CBSN political contributor and Capitol Hill reporter for The Hill, Molly Hooper, joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
President Trump has frequently told Republican voters the midterm elections are a referendum on his presidency. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns; CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez; and Democratic strategist, former Senate leadership aide, and MWWPR vice president Joel Payne join CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the role the president is playing in the midterms.
President Trump lashes out at Democrats after close Kavanaugh confirmation vote; Senator Booker eyeing 2020?
President Trump defended his Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh, at a rally in Rochester, Minnesota, on Thursday night. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid, joins CBSN from the rally to discuss the president's remarks.
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.
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.
Republican Senator Ted Cruz and Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke clashed Friday during the first debate of the surprisingly close Texas senate race. Gromer Jeffers, a political writer for the Dallas Morning News, and a moderator at the debate, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the key moments.
Kavanaugh's Senate confirmation hearing; Trump continues to criticize Jeff Sessions
In an interview with Bloomberg News Thursday, President Trump said Attorney General Jeff Sessions' job was safe until at least the midterm elections. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's political headlines.
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.
President Trump said "there won't be anything left of them" if Iranian leaders do not "get moving, FAST."
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The search for the remains of the four Italian divers was suspended Saturday, after a Maldivian military diver died.
Rescuers airlifted an injured hiker who fell about 50 feet from the summit of Washington state's Mount Si on Saturday.
Russian defenses shot down 81 drones headed for Moscow overnight, state agency Tass reported, citing Sobyanin.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's Representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
Rescuers airlifted an injured hiker who fell about 50 feet from the summit of Washington state's Mount Si on Saturday.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
Ronda Rousey used her signature armbar to stop Gina Carano just 17 seconds into a comeback bout between the two MMA fighters.
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's Representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Tom Suozzi, Democrat of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Tom Suozzi, Democrat of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Researchers in Dublin discovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library.
The following is the transcript of the interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
In this web exclusive, Jon Favreau, the creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," and director of the new film "The Mandalorian and Grogu," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the myth of "Star Wars," the influences on the story (including Japanese samurai films), and expanding the universe for a new audience. He also talks about working with Robert Downey Jr. on his film "Iron Man," and about cooking, the subject of his 2014 movie, "Chef."
Director Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the handmade feel of the "Star Wars" universe, and how father-son relationships have always been at the heart of the stories set in a galaxy far, far away. He also discusses bringing his improv roots to directing Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man."
For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have built houses out of earth – whether it be mud brick, wattle and dab or rammed earth. But adobe (the practice of making mudbricks) has now become today's "it" building material, from museums around the world designed using adobe, to do-it-yourselfers constructing homes from the very dirt beneath their feet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of adobe, and how ancient adobe materials are being merged with 3-D printing techniques.
Atlanta residents say they're waking up to traffic jams of self-driving Waymo vehicles confused by neighborhood signage.
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.
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
In New Mexico, a man is charged with forgery & larceny – and convicted of putting out a hit on his estranged wife. Twenty-six years earlier, a fire in Monaco kills a billionaire and his private nurse. At the center of that mystery was the very same man — with a different name.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi national, is facing federal charges for his alleged terror plots targeting Jewish institutions around the U.S.
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
Missed the second half of the show? Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick and Tom Suozzi of the Problem Solvers Caucus join, plus an interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates.
A new CBS News poll finds most Americans are stressed about finances and many are frustrated by President Trump's economic approach. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto goes into the findings on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
After President Trump said he and Chinese President Xi Jinping "talked a lot about Taiwan," former Defense Secretary Robert Gates told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he believes "it would be a mistake to change the carefully worded position of the United States with respect to Taiwan."
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick joined Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi, the co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," saying that gerrymandering is "one of the most, if not the most, corrosive things to our democracy that I can imagine."