Tweet of Beto O'Rourke's mugshot spawns social media melee
The state GOP was chiding O'Rourke for failing to yet settle on dates for a series of debates with Republican incumbent Ted Cruz
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Graham on McGahn, midterms
"CBS This Morning" co-anchor John Dickerson spoke to Sen. Lindsey Graham about the news that White House counsel Don McGahn will be leaving his post. Graham said if he were the president, he would pick someone who understood the legislative branch, because if Democrats take over the House, the administration is going to be "subpoenaed to death and investigated to death."
Bill Nelson releases first TV ad for Senate re-election bid
Nelson's campaign says this is part of a "massive" media buy. Opponent Rick Scott released an ad Tuesday about the time he spent living in public housing
GOP Florida governor nominee criticized for "monkey" remark
DeSantis is running against Democrat Andrew Gillum, who would be the state's first black governor
Why stocks could rally through election day
Wall Street's historical performance in midterm election years suggests the bullish market continues into 2019
Commentary: Where are the mavericks in the Democratic Party?
To many on the Right, who weren't fans of McCain and his ideology in the first place, it seems like Democrats and media aren't really celebrating McCain's "independence" so much as his willingness to oppose the GOP
Bipartisan support builds for plan to rename Senate building for John McCain
Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill appear open to the idea of renaming the building after the late senator
John McCain, a champion of bipartisanship
During his more than three decades in the Senate, some of John McCain's closest friends and collaborators were Democrats. McCain challenged lawmakers to set aside party loyalty and work together, a standard he tried – not always successfully – to live by. John Dickerson reports.
Commentary: Democrats are getting ready for impeachment, even if they say they're not
Democratic leaders insist that impeaching Trump isn't a priority for them, but if they take control of Congress, they might have little choice
Arizona primaries to take place days after McCain's death - what to watch in politics this week
Arizona's GOP is no longer the party of McCain or Jeff Flake; Florida also holds primaries Tuesday, and one big issue there is toxic algae; women and political rookies are major candidates in several races Tuesday
Tim Phillips: GOP needs to focus on issues
Political fallout continues after the president's former attorney, Michael Cohen, reached a plea deal this week. Democrats are pushing to delay confirmation hearings for Trump's Supreme Court pick, Brett Kavanaugh. Tim Phillips, president of Americans for Prosperity, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what Republicans need to focus on ahead of the midterms.
Durbin hopes lawmakers will take "inspiration" from McCain's life
"If the Republican party is going to have a future, especially in places like the southwest of our nation, we better be attentive to the needs of immigration," said Durbin
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey to testify on Twitter's algorithms, content monitoring
"This committee intends to ask tough questions about how Twitter monitors and polices content," said Rep. Greg Walden, R-Oregon
Kentucky House candidate Amy McGrath releases ad highlighting corruption
The spot was released the same week that Trump's former campaign chairman Paul Manafort was convicted for financial fraud and his former personal lawyer entered guilty pleas on tax evasion and campaign finance violations
Pelosi says she isn't going anywhere
A number of Democratic hopefuls say they won't supporter her in fall leadership race
Tom Steyer says Washington establishment won't impeach Trump for political reasons
The California billionaire is the founder of a pro-impeachment group, and he's spending millions
How much will Republicans' ethics woes factor into midterm messaging for Democrats?
With indictments or convictions of a handful of Republicans and people close to the president, Democrats have ammunition — but will they use it?
Democrats debate superdelegates
Members of the Democratic National Committee are meeting in Chicago this week where they will debate significant changes to the party's primary rules, including the use of superdelegates. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe explains what's at stake.
Independent Greg Orman's bid could upend Kansas governor's race
Greg Orman's run could thwart area Democrats' ambitions and help elect a Republican to be the state's next governor
Possible hack attempt on DNC voter database
Democratic National Committee officials say that the organization has thwarted an attempt to hack its database that houses information on tens of millions of voters across the country. CNET's Dan Patterson joins CBSN with details.
Democrats call for delaying Kavanaugh hearings
Senate Democrats raised concerns about Kavanaugh's nomination after former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen pleaded guilty to campaign finance violations Tuesday
Democrats assemble for summer meeting to confront lingering 2016 frustration
That bitter nominating fight between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders is front and center in Chicago as members of the DNC gather for their summer meeting
Trump attacks Dems' "radical policies" on immigration
He said Democrats' “radical policies” on immigration stem from “lack of knowledge, lack of understanding, or just plain stupidity"
Trump attacks Democrats on immigration
At an event honoring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection officers at the White House, President Trump attacked Democrats for their "radical policies" when it comes to immigration. Watch an excerpt of his remarks.
Record number of women have won major party primaries
More women than ever before have won major party primaries for governor, U.S. Senate and House this year
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Oil prices soar as Trump threatens to invade Iran, seize its resources
Energy markets remain volatile as Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
What to know about the legal fight over Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Documents reveal 2 close calls 1 day before deadly crash at D.C. airport
A former Reagan airport air traffic controller is speaking out about years of ignored warnings preceding the 2025 deadly midair collision that killed 67 people, saying "it worked until it didn't."
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Trump administration scaling back asylum crackdown, sources say
The unprecedented move amounted to an indefinite suspension of all asylum requests filed outside of immigration court, regardless of the applicant's nationality.
Homan says ICE will keep assisting TSA until "airports feel like they are 100%"
Congress has yet to approve funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which has been shut down for over 40 days.
U.S. military needs to keep up as drones advance, former Marine says
Iran is launching deadly drone strikes on U.S. forces and allies in the Middle East. The same weapons have been used for years in Ukraine, where drones have transformed warfare.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Fighter jets intercept plane near Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort
Fighter jets were scrambled over Palm Beach after a civilian plane breached restricted airspace near President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, officials said.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
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What to know about the legal fight over Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Fighter jets intercept plane near Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort
Fighter jets were scrambled over Palm Beach after a civilian plane breached restricted airspace near President Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort, officials said.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
UConn shocks Duke to join Illinois, Arizona and Michigan in Final Four
After being down by as many as 19 on Sunday, Braylon Mullins retrieved a loose ball near midcourt in the waning seconds against Duke and hit a three-pointer from 35 feet away to take the lead.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
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What to know about the legal fight over Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court will hear arguments Wednesday over the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
California sheriff says election fraud probe delayed by suits and court filings
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says his election fraud probe of the Proposition 50 Special Election last fall has come to a halt due to "politically motivated lawsuits and court filings."
Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
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Trump administration scaling back asylum crackdown, sources say
The unprecedented move amounted to an indefinite suspension of all asylum requests filed outside of immigration court, regardless of the applicant's nationality.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
Fugitive accused of killing 2 cops is shot dead after 7-month manhunt
Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers who came to search his rural home.
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Oil prices soar as Trump threatens to invade Iran, seize its resources
Energy markets remain volatile as Trump threatens Iran with an invasion to seize its oil while also suggesting a deal could soon end the war.
Trump says he has "no problem" with Russian tanker bringing oil to Cuba
When asked if a New York Times report that the tanker would be allowed to reach Cuba was true, Mr. Trump said: "If a country wants to send some oil into Cuba right now, I have no problem whether it's Russia or not."
Iran warns troops will be "set on fire" if U.S. launches ground operation
"As long as the Americans seek Iran's surrender, our response is clear: Far be it from us to accept humiliation," Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Iran's parliament speaker, said Sunday.
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Michael Jordan on NASCAR, basketball and the one title he won't claim
Michael Jordan reflects on his life after basketball, his move into NASCAR, and the pressure that still comes with his competitive drive and fame.
Olivia Munn's "no symptoms" cancer diagnosis fueled lifesaving mission
Olivia Munn tells Tracy Smith about how she turned a symptomless Stage 1 breast cancer diagnosis into a mission to help other women.
Olivia Munn shares her breast cancer journey
Olivia Munn is busier than ever, starring in the new series "Your Friends and Neighbors," raising two kids and juggling a packed career. But as Tracy Smith reports in our Sunday Profile, an unexpected diagnosis reshaped her life in ways she never imagined.
3/29: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The story of Elizabeth Tsurkov's 903-day captivity in Iraq; Olivia Munn's breast cancer journey; Michael Jordan's drive to change NASCAR; the reinvention of "Cats" on Broadway; and New York's botanical superhero.
Brandon Uranowitz on reviving "Ragtime"
Tony Award-winner Brandon Uranowitz sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his journey to landing his latest role in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center.
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
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Thieves grab paintings by 3 masters from Italian museum in under 3 minutes
Thieves made off with three paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse worth millions from an Italian museum in under three minutes, reports say.
Fugitive accused of killing 2 cops is shot dead after 7-month manhunt
Desmond Freeman fled into dense bushland in August last year after shooting and killing two police officers who came to search his rural home.
Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
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Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Astronauts prepare for Wednesday moon launch
The Artemis II crew is in quarantine ahead of a launch scheduled for Wednesday. If all goes well, the crew will fly around the far side of the moon, going farther from Earth than any human in history. Mark Strassmann reports.
Artemis II astronauts say they're "ready to go" for moon launch
The countdown to launch of the Artemis II crew's flight around the moon begins Monday at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
What would success mean for Artemis II flight?
The 322-foot rocket set to launch Artemis II stood ready on the pad at the Kennedy Space Center on Saturday. It will be the first crewed moonshot in over a half-century. Mark Strassmann is there.
Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of Air Force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
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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?
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Millions protest at "No Kings" rallies
Millions of people protested at "No Kings" rallies across the U.S. and Europe over the weekend against the Trump administration's policies and the war in Iran. Organizers estimate at least 8 million participated in more than 3,300 protests worldwide.
Iran warns against U.S. ground operation
Iran issued a warning to the U.S., against a possible ground invasion as both sides continue to launch air and missile strikes. Holly Williams has the latest.
Trump weighs ground operation in Iran
With Marines and the Army's 82nd Airborne Division amassing in the Middle East, President Trump on Air Force One wouldn't confirm if U.S. forces will head into Iran for a ground operation, only saying, "I just have lots of alternatives." It comes as members of both parties have voiced concerns. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Travel issues continue as House rejects deal
Travelers over the weekend experienced more long lines at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints after House Republicans rejected a deal passed by the Senate that could have ended the partial government shutdown. TSA workers may still soon get paid though, due to an executive order from President Trump. Jason Allen reports.
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