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War on terror memorial efforts hit roadblock
A memorial on the National Mall to those lost in the global war on terror was approved in 2017. However, a recent attempt to fast track its construction was blocked by Senator Joe Manchin. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Biden nominates Powell to remain as Fed chair
President Biden nominated Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to a second term. Plus, Democrats hope to boost their midterms chances with legislative successes. CBS News senior white house and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, Washington Post deputy Washington editor Natalie Jennings and Politico national political correspondent David Siders join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Transcript: Kirsten Gillibrand on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand that aired Sunday, November 21, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Infrastructure bill awaits Senate review
House Democrats celebrated the passage of their long-awaited $1.75 trillion social spending plan on Friday. But the bill now heads to the Senate where it is expected to face additional hurdles. Christina Ruffini reports.
"Build Back Better" bill passes House
The House has passed President Biden's social and climate spending bill following months of negotiations. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports on the vote, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the hurdles it could face in the Senate.
House passes Biden's social spending plan
President Biden and Democrats are celebrating a hard-fought victory in the House with the passage of the Build Back Better plan, a $1.75 trillion social spending package. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Biden pushes infrastructure deal in Detroit
President Biden traveled to Detroit Wednesday to explain his infrastructure package to Michigan residents. The bill includes funding to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the Motor City. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that and more.
New research on political polarization
A new report by the Pew Research Center analyzes the political divisions in the country and shows that it's more complicated than just Republican versus Democrat. Jocelyn Kiley, associate director of research at the Pew Research Center, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the findings.
House to vote on censuring GOP's Paul Gosar
The House will vote today on a resolution to censure GOP congressman Paul Gosar after he tweeted a violent cartoon video, depicting him attacking President Biden and killing Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. CBS News political contributor Molly Hooper joined CBSN with more from Capitol Hill.
Biden signs bipartisan infrastructure bill
President Biden signed his landmark, bipartisan infrastructure bill into law Monday afternoon. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the new bill, as well as Mr. Biden's virtual talks with the president of China.
Biden signs infrastructure bill into law
President Biden signed a sweeping bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. It's the largest investment in America's roads, bridges, ports, and broadband internet in decades. Nancy Cordes has the details.
Political impact of inflation
Both Democrats and Republicans agree inflations hurts. However, conservative groups are using the skyrocketing inflation rates as fuel to inflame fears among voters ahead of the midterm elections next year. One group released a political ad called "Biden doesn't get it", which paints the president as ignoring the concerns of inflation the American people have. Brett Samuels, a White House reporter for The Hill, explains to CBSN's Lana Zak about the political impact of the inflation rise.
Janet Yellen on U.S. labor shortages
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen spoke exclusively with "Face the Nation" about the increasing labor shortages, and said many of the issues are because of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. Moderator Margaret Brennan joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that interview and more.
Democrats promoting infrastructure bill
President Biden is hitting the road again this week, promoting the newly passed infrastructure bill. Democrats are trying to leverage the legislative success ahead of next year's midterms, but debate about the past election continues to shape discourse on Capitol Hill. Natalie Jennings, a deputy Washington editor for the Washington Post, and David Siders, a national political correspondent for Politico, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more.
N.H. governor to seek reelection, declines Senate run
Republican Governor Chris Sununu has decided against challenging Democrat Maggie Hassan for her Senate seat and will instead run for a fourth term as New Hampshire governor. Senate Republicans had largely expected Sununu to be their best chance at flipping the chamber in next year's midterms. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what led to Sununu's decision and what it means for 2022.
Andrew Yang on how the two-party system fuels extremism
Yang said the process has created incentives for catering to the most partisan constituents instead of the majority.
Biden to sign infrastructure bill
President Biden is expected to sign the infrastructure bill that Congress passed Friday. Now, Democrats turn to focus on passing the social spending bill. CBS News' Natalie Brand joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Democrats shook after defeats in off-year election
Despite passing a monumental infrastructure bill this week, Democrats are mostly witholding celebrations, instead regrouping after a suffering defeat in Virginia and a close call in New Jersey. Christina Ruffini has more.
Congress passes infrastructure bill
Thirteen Republicans voted for President Biden's $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill, while six Democrats voted against the bill. Despite the split, Mr. Biden is calling this a win. CBS News political contributors Antjuan Seawright and Leslie Sanchez explain to CBSN's Lana Zak what the vote means for both parties
Democrats grapple with Virginia election fallout
CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson and Cook Political Report editor in chief Amy Walter break down the impact of Tuesday's election on Democrats nationwide.
Kaine says Democrats "blew the timing" of Biden bills
Virginia Democratic Senator Tim Kaine says Democrats in Congress should have passed both bills before last week's elections.
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