Trump reacts to Democratic debates & more
After two nights of Democratic primary debates in Detroit, President Trump tweeted his thoughts about the candidates. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with the latest.
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Biden: Criticism of Obama "surprised me"
Former Vice President Joe Biden says he was surprised by the criticism former President Barack Obama received from Democratic candidates at Wednesday night's primary debate in Detroit. Biden said he feels good about how his campaign is going, but would change one thing he said at the debate. Watch his remarks.
Obama said to be unfazed by attacks at debate
A source familiar with President Obama's thinking said the former president believes "his legacy is going to be fine, that there's a staying power to it and the things under attack by this president are high water marks for the country." Washington Post chief political correspondent Dan Balz and Obama White House and Clinton 2016 campaign spokeswoman Jennifer Palmieri joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
2020 candidates hit battleground states
Former Vice President Joe Biden is defending the Obama administration after his rivals for the Democratic nomination criticized its record on health care and immigration in Wednesday’s presidential debate. Ed O’Keefe reports.
Democrats look ahead to next debate
After a combative second round of debates in Detroit, Democrats are already looking ahead to the September debates in Houston. The criteria is tougher to meet and only eigh candidates have qualified thus far. CBSN spoke with Daily Beast politics reporter Hanna Trudo about the developments in the Democratic primary.
Dems demand Senate address gun violence
Democrats are calling on Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to reconvene the Senate for an emergency session addressing gun control. It's been nearly 15 years since a ban on assault-style weapons expired, but the Republican leader has resisted holding a vote on bipartisan legislation. Nancy Cordes reports.
Dayton shooting spurs calls for gun control
Protesters and state Democrats in Ohio are calling for stricter gun control laws following a deadly shooting in Dayton. This comes as Gov. Mike DeWine says he's open to discussing policy changes in the state. Jeremy Pelzer, a politics reporter for Cleveland.com, joins CBSN to discuss the state of gun laws in Ohio.
Pipe bomb mailer sentenced 20 years
A Florida amateur body builder who admitted sending pipe bombs to prominent Democrats and CNN was sentenced to 20 years in prison Monday by a judge who concluded the bombs were purposely not designed to explode. Cesar Sayoc, 57, wept and crossed himself, appearing relieved, when U.S. District Judge Jed S. Rakoff announced the sentence.
Democrats renew calls for gun control
Democratic presidential candidates are demanding gun law reforms following the massacres in Texas and Ohio. The details differ, but most are calling for expanded background checks, bans on military-style assault weapons and red flag laws temporarily blocking gun sales to people considered an imminent risk to themselves and others. Ed O’Keefe reports.
Some politicians say Trump is not welcome in El Paso
In the wake of a mass shooting at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, President Trump plans to visit the city on Wednesday. Some local politicians have spoken out against his visit. Texas Democratic Party chairman Gilberto Hinojosa joined CBSN to discuss the president's response to the Texas shooting and the changing demographic of his state's electorate ahead of the 2020 election.
Gabbard says Iowans concerned about trade war
Hawaii Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard said Iowa voters she's spoken to are concerned about President Trump's trade war with China. She spoke to CBSN Political Reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns about what she's learned during her time in the Midwest swing state.
2020 Dems float gun control proposals in Iowa
Gun control will be on the agenda today in the first state that will help decide the 2020 election. With the Iowa State Fair in full swing a few miles away, the leading Democratic presidential candidates will share their solutions to gun violence at a forum in downtown Des Moines. Ed O’Keefe reports from Iowa.
What to expect ahead of third 2020 Dem debate
Gabriel Debenedetti, national correspondent for New York magazine, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the major issues that will influence the 2020 election, President Trump's stance on background checks, and what to expect ahead of the third Democratic debate.
Democratic candidates speak on gun violence in Iowa
At least a dozen Democrats running for president could be found at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines on Saturday. After the photo ops with corn dogs and curious citizens, the candidates turned to a serious subject on the minds of many: gun violence. Ed O'Keefe reports.
2020 candidates talk gun control in Iowa
2020 presidential candidates are making their pitches to voters at the Iowa State Fair this weekend. Many of them are making gun control policy a focal point this weekend, in the wake of the recent mass shootings. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss the latest from Des Moines.
Democratic candidates pitch gun control
The Democratic candidates were out assuring voters they have a plan to curb gun violence. Despite the terrible mass shootings last week, new gun policy remains a tough sell. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Israel blocks visit from U.S. congresswomen
The Israeli government says it will not let U.S. Reps. Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib visit the country as planned this weekend. The two Democrats, who are both Muslim, have been outspoken in support of Palestinian rights.
Trump says economy will tank if not reelected
President Trump slashed away at Democrats in the second campaign trip of his weeklong vacation. He told a rally in Manchester, New Hampshire last night that the economy will tank if he's not reelected. Paula Reid reports.
Trump's strategy to win New Hampshire
President Trump rallied supporters in Manchester, New Hampshire, last night. Julia Manchester, a political reporter for The Hill, joined CBSN to discuss how the president is trying to win the state in 2020.
How 2020 Dems are handling economic fears
Bloomberg News national political reporter Sahil Kapur joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" to discuss gun control, fears of another economic recession, and how Republicans and Democrats are shifting their strategy around the changing economic landscape.
Three Meals: What matters to Iowa voters
In our continuing series on battleground state voters, "Three Meals in a Day," political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Sioux City, Iowa, to sample what is on prospective voters' minds.
Seth Moulton still running for president
Hunter Walker, White House correspondent for Yahoo News, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss his reporting on why Rep. Seth Moulton isn't dropping out of the 2020 presidential race -- and what could be in store for the former Marine.
Warren apologizes for ancestry controversy
At a Native American forum in Iowa Monday, Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren apologized for controversy caused by her previous claims of Native American heritage. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Zak Hudak reports.
Joe Biden to campaign in New Hampshire
While most of the 2020 presidential candidates are headed to California, Joe Biden is on his way to New Hampshire this week. Associated Press political reporter Hunter Woodall joined CBSN to explain the former vice president's strategy.
Trump considers payroll tax cut
President Trump announced he's considering various tax cuts to boost the economy. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined CBSN to talk about what that could mean, as well as other issues raised in the president's wide-ranging on-camera statement.
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Iran war appears to expand to Egypt's coast as drones hit gas port
Drone strikes hit gas vessels at an Egyptian port on the Mediterranean, as a poll shows little American support for the five-month war with Iran.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
Father of Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
Days after his son was sentenced, the father of the Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, is in court for his own sentencing hearing.
Sen. Paul: "Very real chance" Fauci could be prosecuted after Senate hearing
Hours after Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment in response to all questions during a Senate hearing, Republican Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky told CBS News he believes Fauci could be prosecuted.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Dconomic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
Lindsay Clancy jury hears from first responders from day 3 kids died
Ten first responders from the day Lindsay Clancy killed her children took the stand during her Massachusetts murder trial.
U.K. village plans independence vote in protest over migrant housing plans
The English village of Piddington is planning a symbolic referendum to demand independence from the U.K. over plans to house people seeking asylum at a disused military barracks.
Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
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McHenry Co. coroner working to ID partial remains pulled from Fox River
Authorities have not yet identified partial human remains found in the Fox River, and it is not yet known whether they are connected to a boat crash or another incident.
Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
This week on "Sunday Morning": The Money Issue (Aug. 2)
This week Jane Pauley hosts "The Money Issue," our annual special broadcast dedicated to the many ways in which money underscores the way we live.
Canelo Álvarez says there's "not much left" for him to do in boxing
Professional boxer Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez spoke to "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson about when he'll know to walk away from the sport.
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European teams boycott FIFA over plan to sell World Cup stake to investors
A source close to Joshua Kushner's firm tells CBS News there's no politics behind FIFA's bid to draw private investment, but Europe's soccer powerhouses are crying foul.
U.S. economy slowed in second quarter as Iran war weighs on growth
Economic activity weakened between April and June as energy costs surged, new government data shows.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
Why are airlines banning humanoid robots from flights?
Three major U.S. airlines have quietly changed their policies to ban humanoid and animal-like robots from their flights.
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Afghan woman to fight U.S. efforts to deport her over "alien terrorist" claim
Nazira Haji Zada's lawyer argued that the Justice Dept. is violating her due process rights.
Trump says he may pull Blanche's nomination until 2 Senate critics leave office
President Trump said Todd Blanche will remain acting attorney general as a holdup on his nomination continues.
White House levels new allegation that China swept up voter data
The Trump administration on Thursday reiterated its view that China's alleged efforts to collect millions of American voter registration files constituted election interference.
DOJ asking secretive court to remove Afghan woman allegedly tied to terror plot
The DOJ is seeking to deport an Afghan woman who prosecutors allege is an "alien terrorist," in the first-ever test case before a secretive court that has never convened since it was created three decades ago.
Blanche's nomination for AG on hold over fate of DOJ's "anti-weaponization fund"
Republican Sen. John Cornyn has demanded formal modifications to an agreement the Justice Department made with President Trump to settle his lawsuit against the IRS.
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Extended Interview: Jay Bhattacharya
Rob Gutman speaks with Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health and acting director of the CDC, about Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions during the pandemic, the possible origins of COVID-19, vaccines and more.
Acting CDC director on Fauci's testimony
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, the director of the National Institutes of Health and the acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spoke with Matt Gutman about Dr. Anthony Fauci's hearing on Wednesday and other health issues that affect many Americans.
Fauci invokes the Fifth over 100 times
Dr. Anthony Fauci faced an angry Senate hearing on Wednesday, with Republicans confronting him over diary entries and his handling of the government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nikole Killion has more.
FTC sues Hims & Hers, alleging it shared health data with Meta, Snap
Telehealth platform disclosed users' "most private" health info and locked consumers into subscriptions, regulators allege.
The gut's link to Parkinson's — and more takeaways from this week's "Healthful"
"Ask a Doctor" columnist Dr. Trisha Pasricha joined "Healthful" to discuss the brain-gut connection.
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European teams boycott FIFA over plan to sell World Cup stake to investors
A source close to Joshua Kushner's firm tells CBS News there's no politics behind FIFA's bid to draw private investment, but Europe's soccer powerhouses are crying foul.
U.K. village plans independence vote in protest over migrant housing plans
The English village of Piddington is planning a symbolic referendum to demand independence from the U.K. over plans to house people seeking asylum at a disused military barracks.
Japan earthquake death toll climbs to 34 as hopes wane for more rescues
The Kumamoto prefectural government said at least 34 people were killed in the powerful earthquake that hit southwestern Japan earlier this week.
Battle against monster wildfire in France boosted by improving weather
George and Amal Clooney are among thousands of residents in southwest France still displaced by a massive wildfire, but crews are gaining control.
Possible Russian missile crashes in Poland during Russian attacks on Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least eight people and an apparent Russian missile crashed in Poland, officials said.
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From the archives: "Once" songwriter Glen Hansard
Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, an Oscar-winner for "Once" (which became a Tony Award-winning musical), died July 29, 2026 at age 56. In this March 17, 2013 "Sunday Morning" profile, Hansard talked with Anthony Mason about growing up as a street performer in Dublin, and his meteoric rise to fame as a member of the rock band The Frames and (with Markéta Irglová) half of the duo The Swell Season. Also: A web extra featuring Hansard busking on the streets of New York City.
BTS skipping the next Grammy Awards
BTS said they will not submit their latest album for Grammy consideration, which came after the group's yearslong hiatus to fulfill their mandatory military duty. Emily Curl explains why the group's decision may be connected to the academy adding a new category.
Actor Jared Leto facing allegations
Actor Jared Leto is facing allegations of criminal sexual conduct, which he has denied. In a new BBC documentary, four women accuse Leto of targeting them when they were underage. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
Zoe Saldaña on new season of "Lioness"
Zoe Saldaña tells "CBS Mornings" why this season of "Lioness" is demanding, how the series challenges the actors and what it's like working with Taylor Sheridan.
Singer-songwriter Glen Hansard killed in motorcycle crash
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
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OpenAI CEO meets with key Trump advisers
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is meeting with high-ranking Trump administration advisers following his talks with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. This comes as some tech workers criticize the rapid development of AI, demanding that the government create new safety regulations. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has more.
Inside the advancements in AI
CBS News contributor Matt Shumer, a venture capitalist, told "CBS Mornings" artificial intelligence advancements are moving "way more quickly than anyone anticipated." Shumer addresses recent developments in AI and its impact on the workforce.
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.
OpenAI interested in AI wearables
OpenAI's president says it is working on wearable and hardware options for its AI chatbots like ChatGPT. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to discuss this and other technology headlines.
Why are workers at leading AI companies calling for a slowdown in AI development?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and other AI leaders say they support pacing the rapid advancement of AI's capabilities.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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McHenry Co. coroner working to ID partial remains pulled from Fox River
Authorities have not yet identified partial human remains found in the Fox River, and it is not yet known whether they are connected to a boat crash or another incident.
Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years in prison
Colin Gray, the father of Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
Leto denies sexual misconduct allegations
Multiple women accused performer Jared Leto of sexual misconduct in a new BBC documentary. Leto denies the allegations. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more details.
Latest details in Lindsay Clancy trial
A Massachusetts court heard disturbing 911 audio and key testimonies in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial. Clancy is accused of killing her three children. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Father of Apalachee High School shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
Colin Gray gets 15 years in prison after emotional sentencing hearing in Apalachee High School shooting case.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Trump says he may pull Blanche nomination
President Trump said Thursday that he may pull his nomination of Todd Blanche for attorney general until Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis leave office. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years in prison
Colin Gray, the father of Apalachee High School shooter Colt Gray, was sentenced to 15 years in prison on Thursday. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more.
White House repeats election fraud claims
The White House continues to claim that China interfered in U.S. elections, despite election experts disputing those allegations. China has denied interfering in the elections. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker has more.
Ukraine says Russia violated Polish airspace
Russia launched deadly strikes on Ukraine, killing at least eight people, including three children, officials say. Across the border in Poland, authorities are investigating an apparent Russian missile crossing into Polish airspace. CBS News' Aidan Stretch has more.
Netanyahu backs Trump as Iran war intensifies
The U.S. and Iran again exchanged strikes amid growing concerns that the war will expand to other parts of the Middle East. This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says that the future of the Iran war is up to President Trump. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports and contributor Elliot Ackerman shares his analysis.