CBS News study: Most don't want voting to be harder, see power at stake
First in a series: a CBS News Elections and Polling study on voting in America.
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Black voters march against voting proposals
Since the November elections, 17 states have enacted new laws that tighten rules around casting ballots and running elections. One of those states is Texas, where Democrats and some faith leaders are fighting more changes. Rodney Hawkins reports.
Federal judge orders end to new DACA applications
President Biden is urging Congress to take action on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program after a federal judge in Texas ruled DACA illegal. The judge's ruling bars the Biden administration from approving any new applications for the program, however, the nearly 650,000 people currently protected under DACA will not be impacted. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers has more on the ruling and how it is impacting Congress' agenda as President Biden looks to push forward with his infrastructure plan.
The battle over voting rights
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the growing fight in Washington, D.C., over voting rights and DACA.
2 charged with plotting to attack Democratic HQ in Sacramento
Both Northern California residents are accused of conspiring to destroy the building with fire or explosives, and one faces various weapons charges.
Biden celebrates "life-changing" Child Tax Credit payments as checks go out
Democrats push for payments to extend beyond 2021 as the first checks hit bank accounts July 15
Biden urges Democrats to back budget plan
President Biden met with fellow Democrats on Capitol Hill to shore up support for a new $3.5 trillion budget plan that could include an expansion of new Child Tax Credit payments. Republicans won't back the plan, so every Senate Democrat needs to be on board in order for it to pass. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN to discuss.
House Democrat on Child Tax Credit and more
Millions of parents across the country could see extra money in their bank accounts starting Thursday as the new monthly Child Tax Credit payments begin. The rollout comes after President Biden met with fellow Democrats on Capitol Hill to shore up support for a $3.5 trillion infrastructure plan that could include expanded Medicare coverage, money to fight climate change and a pathway to citizenship for certain immigrants. Congressman Ro Khanna, a Democrat from California, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Democrats unveil $3.5 trillion budget
President Biden held a high-stakes meeting with Senate Democrats as he seeks support for a $3.5 trillion spending plan. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Budget deal, crime concerns, troop withdrawal
CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand, National Journal columnist Josh Kraushaar, and BuzzFeed News political reporter Kadia Goba join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss Senate Democrats' $3.5 trillion budget deal, a new poll on concerns about rising crime, and how the White House says it will help those who assisted the U.S. during the war in Afghanistan.
Senate Democrats unveil budget agreement
Democratic senators announced late Tuesday that they've reached a deal on a $3.5 trillion infrastructure bill that they will attempt to pass through reconciliation, a process that would not require Republican votes. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports on what's in the package, and then CBSN's Tanya Rivero is joined by CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion to discuss what comes next.
Texas Democrats protest election bill
More than 50 Democratic state lawmakers from Texas fled to Washington, D.C. to prevent a vote on a Republican bill that would add new restrictions on voting. Michelle Beckley, a Democrat representing District 65 in the Texas House of Representatives, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the standoff.
Democrats unveil $3.5 trillion budget proposal
Democrats unveiled a major budget plan Tuesday advancing President Joe Biden's ambitious agenda, a day after the president slammed voting changes in GOP-led states. The $3.5 trillion-proposal would expand Medicare, address climate change and focus on other progressive items. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Senate Democrats reach infrastructure deal
Senate Democrats say they have agreed on a $3.5 trillion infrastructure plan which they aim to pass through budget reconciliation, meaning no GOP votes are needed if all Democrats are onboard. The mammoth bill would include most of President Biden's original proposals on climate, health care and child care – but could imperil the narrower bipartisan infrastructure deal. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta reports on the latest on "CBSN AM," and CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joins with analysis.
President Biden to speak on voting rights
President Biden is expected to speak out against Republican efforts to impose restrictions on voting rights as the issue comes to a head in Texas. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Biden slams GOP push to restrict voting rights
President Biden accused Republican leaders of embracing autocracy as 17 state legislatures seek to make it harder to vote. Nancy Cordes reports.
Biden: GOP voting bills threaten democracy
President Joe Biden gave a speech on voting rights in Philadelphia and denounced Republican efforts to tighten voter restrictions, calling it a "21st century Jim Crow assault" that threatens American democracy. He urged Congress to pass new voting rights protections. Watch his remarks.
Texas Democrats speak after leaving state
Texas House Democrats headed to Washington, D.C., on Monday to prevent a vote in a special session of the Texas Legislature on GOP election bills. The group held a news conference at Dulles International Airport to discuss why they left and what comes next.
Texas Democrats flee state to block GOP voting bill
Democratic lawmakers in Texas fled the state to prevent the passage of a Republican voting rights bill. Without the Democrats, there aren’t enough lawmakers present to hold a vote. Mireya Villarreal reports.
Biden to discuss nationwide gun violence surge
President Biden will focus on the recent surge in crime and deadly gun violence across the country during a high-stakes meeting Monday at the White House with Attorney General Merrick Garland, New York City mayoral candidate Eric Adams, local leaders and law enforcement officials. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN with the latest developments.
House progressives call for climate infrastructure
Democratic Representative Cori Bush from Missouri, and 10 other progressive Democrats signed off on a letter Thursday urging the Democratic caucus to include bold climate measures in a new infrastructure package. CBS News' climate and energy reporter Cara Korte joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what progressives are demanding.
Harris on expansion of "I Will Vote" campaign
Vice President Harris on Thursday helped the Democratic National Committee announce an expansion of its "I Will Vote" campaign, which focuses on promoting voter registration and participation among minorities. Watch her remarks.
Biden pitches "human infrastructure" plan
During a visit to Crystal Lake, Illinois, on Wednesday, President Biden pitched his plans to increase spending on "human infrastructure," like child care and education. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang, The Washington Post's political correspondent Philip Bump, and Insider politics reporter Oma Seddiq join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on why Mr. Biden appears to be focusing on districts where Democrats are vulnerable, and how the White House is preparing to respond to the recent spate of Russia-based cyberattacks.
Eric Adams wins NYC Democratic mayoral primary
Brooklyn borough president Eric Adams will win the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, The Associated Press projects. This was the first time the city used rank choice voting in a mayoral election. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN's Caitlin Huey-Burns with more.
White House renews vaccination push
The White House is urging younger Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as health experts warn that the rapidly spreading Delta variant is on track to become the nation's dominant strain. Associated Press White House reporter and CBSN political contributor Zeke Miller and Axios politics reporter Sarah Mucha join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Caitlin Huey-Burns with more on the administration's response, as well as the latest on Democrats' push for a major bill to address climate change.
In U.N. speech, Trump threatens to "annihilate" Iran and defends foreign policy
President Trump said he could "annihilate" Iran while predicting that Tehran would make a deal to end the war after the U.S. midterm elections.
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5 moments from Patrick Clancy's 60 Minutes interview
Patrick Clancy sat down with 60 Minutes in New York City for a lengthy conversation about his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's struggles with mental health, his grief and the social media frenzy surrounding him.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
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Trump says he's deciding between deal or driving Iran "into hell"
President Trump tells the U.N. he has a "big decision to make" on whether to make a deal or drive Iran "into hell."
Hurricane Polo grows into powerful Category 5 storm off Mexico. See its path.
Hurricane Polo rapidly intensified in the Pacific off the southwestern Mexican coast, growing into a Category 5 storm. Here's the latest on its path.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was accidental.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say
The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
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Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
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Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
Diesel prices just hit a new record. Would a U.S. export ban bring relief?
Some lawmakers want to halt U.S. diesel exports as prices top $6.50 a gallon. But such a ban could have unintended consequences, experts say.
Have an Apple iPhone 15 or 16? How to file a claim for up to $95.
The claims window is open until Dec. 21, 2026. To file a claim, iPhone users must enter basic personal info and their iPhone's serial number.
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DOJ charges Utah postal worker for allegedly dumping mail ballots in trash
The Justice Department says a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier in Utah threw out more than 300 mail ballots that were being sent to voters for the state's June primary.
Supreme Court stays out of custody dispute between California couple and surrogate
Justice Elena Kagan declined a request from a surrogate to intervene in a custody dispute with a California couple.
What is the White House press pool and how does it work?
President Trump's move to ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House has highlighted the role of the press pool.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
ICE officer who shot Venezuelan man wasn't wearing body camera, sources say
The ICE officer who shot a Venezuelan delivery driver was not wearing a body camera at the time of the shooting, sources familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
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Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
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Georgia couple who survived Nepal flood shares their story
Mita and Hemant Parikh decided to split from their group and take a side trip during their long-planned pilgrimage. They're now safely back home, but none of the families they were traveling with have been found.
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U.S. to welcome up to 17,500 more White South Africans as refugees
The Trump administration is planning to welcome up to 17,500 additional White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees over the next 12 months, according to a notice sent to Congress.
Senators press Rubio to prioritize release of American held in Iran
Reza Valizadeh, a U.S.-Iranian dual citizen and former journalist for U.S.-funded broadcaster Radio Farda, has been imprisoned in Iran since September 2024.
U.S. fighter jet crashes at air base in Germany, injuring pilot
The U.S. Air Base Spangdahlem said that the pilot ejected and was receiving medical care.
Trump signs agreement giving U.S. broad military authority in Greenland
The U.S., Denmark and Greenland signed a new security agreement bolstering the United States' military and security presence on the island.
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Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and several other drugs, according to a coroner in South Carolina. Lilia Luciano reports.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose
A South Carolina coroner revealed Tuesday that actor Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Judge Judy reflects on 30-year career
Judith Sheindlin, known on TV as Judge Judy, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her 30-year career as she passes the torch to her son, Adam.
Grandmaster Flash talks new book on hip-hop
Grandmaster Flash speaks with Nate Burleson about his new book, "Birth of a Culture," where he gives readers an intimate look at his role in the birth of hip-hop.
Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose, autopsy finds
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
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How a "swarm" of AI agents hacked a company
Experts are worried about the dangers of "swarms" of AI models coming together to accomplish a complex task for nefarious reasons. CBS News' Megan Cerullo breaks down what this means.
Downloads surge for Meta's new AI agent Muse
Meta's new AI personal assistant, Muse, has reached the top of the U.S. App Store charts, surpassing competitor ChatGPT. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten details how the app's popularity is helping Meta play catch-up in the AI race.
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.
Trump rejects calls to rein in AI
At the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, President Trump told world leaders that the U.S. rejects efforts to rein in artificial intelligence. Stephen Witt, a journalist focused on AI, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Concerns over kids' safety getting off the bus
When a school bus stops to pick up kids, the other cars on the road are supposed to stop with it. But thousands of times a day, they do not. As Mark Strassmann reports, some areas have found a way to crack down.
Hayden Panettiere cause of death revealed
Actress Hayden Panettiere died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and several other drugs, according to a coroner in South Carolina. Lilia Luciano reports.
Political donations form family tied to suspected Chinese spy
A family tied to a suspected Chinese spy made $4.4 million in donations to California politicians, including Gov. Newsom, a CBS News investigation found. CBS News' Josh Boswell breaks it down.
Man shot by ICE: "I'm not doing well"
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez was shot in the back by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Austin, Texas. Garces Perez's lawyer says he had a work permit and was seeking asylum but had missed a deportation order sent to an old address. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
"Looksmaxxing" influencer Clavicular charged with rape in Massachusetts
Online personality "Clavicular," whose real name is Braden Peters, faces two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge. He denies the allegations.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Police release new video of man shot by ICE
The Austin Police Department on Tuesday released new video of the man shot by ICE in Texas over the weekend. CBS News' Jason Allen has more.
Concerns over kids' safety getting off the bus
When a school bus stops to pick up kids, the other cars on the road are supposed to stop with it. But thousands of times a day, they do not. As Mark Strassmann reports, some areas have found a way to crack down.
Inside the explosive growth of sports betting
A CBS News investigation into sports gambling found that companies like FanDuel push hard to keep gamblers engaged and wagering, even as their losses pile up. Jim Axelrod has more.
No criminal charges in Nolan Wells' death
A grand jury found no cause for criminal charges in the death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college football player from Mississippi who died during a boating trip with friends. His family is still looking for answers. Skyler Henry reports.