This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 22, 2022
Former United States Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Senator Rick Scott and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
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Stocks plunge as economic fears intensify
The stock market plunge and inflation present two challenges for President Biden and Democrats, who are hoping to retain control in the upcoming midterm elections. Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Biden visits Illinois as inflation remains high
President Biden went to Illinois on Wednesday to support farmers and agriculture. Inflation remains high across the nation, and Mr. Biden cited Russia's war in Ukraine as one of the reasons in his remarks on Wednesday. CBS News Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett from Chicago to discuss the president's visit.
Democrats push to codify abortion rights
The Senate is expected to vote Wednesday on whether to codify abortion rights into federal law. The bill is expected to fail with Democrats falling short of the 60 votes they need to break a Republican filibuster. CBS News Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns discusses why Democrats are pushing forward with the vote anyway.
5/8: Pelosi, Markarova, Mace
This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” we discuss the turmoil around the nation ahead of a possible Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and South Carolina Republican Rep. Nancy Mace. Plus, a look at the war in Ukraine on the eve of Russia’s “Victory Day.”
Parties seek edge in redistricting fights ahead of midterms
CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on four states where both parties are seeking an advantage in shaping their congressional maps.
Dems take action to protect abortion rights
The Biden administration and Democrats are scrambling to take action to protect abortion rights after a leaked Supreme Court draft majority opinion appears poised to overturn Roe v. Wade. The president claims voters will have to make a choice between Democrats and Republican extremists in upcoming elections. Ed O'Keefe reports.
"Trigger laws" in place if Roe is overturned
The fight over abortion rights has exploded nationwide following the release of the draft opinion saying the Supreme Court is poised to overturn Roe v. Wade. Several states have plans in effect to ban or restrict abortion if the court overturns the landmark decision. Amber Phillips, a staff writer for the Washington Post's The Fix, joined CBS News to discuss.
Schumer calls for abortion law vote
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is calling for a vote in Congress on a federal abortion rights law, after a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion was made public Monday night that would strike down Roe V. Wade. CBS News Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi with more.
Complications behind funding for Ukraine
Additional funding for Ukraine could end up tied in with money for COVID-19 and immigration. Plus, what the White House is doing to address inflation and Title 42. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Washington Examiner political and investigative reporter Sarah Westwood join "Red and Blue" discuss.
Warren pushes for legislation ahead of election
Senator Elizabeth Warren, of Massachusetts, appeared on CBS' "Face the Nation" and detailed how critical it is for Democrats to work on issues that are hurting Americans ahead of the midterm elections. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero with more.
Warren urges Biden to cancel student loan debt
Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts says Democrats "need to deliver" to win in November's midterm elections.
Michigan state senator's response goes viral
A video of a speech given by Michigan state Senator Mallory McMorrow is going viral. The speech was in response to a Republican colleague's fundraising email that accused her of grooming children. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns talks about how people are reacting to the lawmaker's impassioned response.
Democrats concerned on student loan strategy
The Biden administration is taking further steps to ease the burden of student loans, announcing changes that would result in debt forgiveness for some 40,000 borrowers. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on the reaction from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Group working to fight election subversion
A progressive group is trying to work at a grassroots level to recruit candidates to run for a wide array of positions with a goal of protecting fair elections. Politico national security reporter Elena Schneider joins "Red and Blue" to discuss what "Run For Something" is trying to accomplish.
Immigration debate escalates
As President Biden prepares to lift Title 42, a pandemic-era restriction on immigrants seeking asylum, he faces some resistance within his own party. Some Democrats are concerned the president's move could hurt the party in the midterm elections. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined Vladimir Duthiers and Nancy Chen to discuss the possible political fallout.
Lawmakers grill executives about gas prices
Lawmakers are grilling six top executives of Big Oil on Capitol Hill on Wednesday over "America's pain at the pump." The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee hearing comes as the U.S. sees elevated gas prices. CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett has more on the hearing.
Sarah Palin joins crowded House race
Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is running in the special election for Alaska's open House seat, along with more than 50 other candidates. Palin has received the support of former President Trump. Anchorage Daily News reporter Nathaniel Herz joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to give more insight into the crowded race.
Inside look at day 3 of SCOTUS Senate hearings
CBS News' "Red & Blue" goes inside day 3 of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court confirmation hearings with a report from Debra Alfarone on Capitol Hill. Then, CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane and Politico congressional correspondent Nicholas Wu dive deeper into what we've seen so far from the Senate Judiciary Committee, and other issues Congress is facing.
Republicans devising midterm strategy
A contentious fight for both chambers of Congress lies ahead. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns explains GOP leaders' strategies in the midterm elections.
Hearings conclude for Supreme Court nominee
The Senate wrapped up four days of confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson. Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell said he will vote against her confirmation.
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson defends record
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is defending her judicial record during the second day of questioning in her Supreme Court nomination hearings on Capitol Hill. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on how Jackson is responding to senators' questioning.
Judge Jackson faces questioning
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson is facing questions from Democrats and Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee on the second day of her Supreme Court confirmation hearings. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste with more how Jackson is responding to her critics.
Ukraine war creates divide in GOP foreign policy
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is revealing a split between how Republicans see Russian President Vladimir Putin, and how former President Trump sees him. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins Elaine Quijano to discuss whether the former president is losing his grip over the GOP.
CBS News exclusive: Newsom's message to Democrats
California Governor Gavin Newsom said that Democrats need to "lean in" on COVID-19 prevention, despite hardline opposition that fueled the recall effort against him. Newsom spoke to CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett in an exclusive interview that will air on "CBS Mornings." Watch a clip.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
Judge blocks Virginia from using new House maps, 1 day after redistricting vote
A state court judge on Wednesday blocked Virginia from moving forward with a redistricting effort that passed a day earlier, a roadblock in Democrats' efforts to redraw the state's congressional maps.
Trump administration reaches $1.25 million settlement with Carter Page
The FBI obtained four warrants under FISA to monitor Carter Page, who served as an informal adviser to President Trump during his 2016 campaign.
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Family "is heartbroken" to learn soldier's wife won't be released by ICE after all
The wife of Sgt. First Class Jose Serrano is being held at an ICE detention center in El Paso.
John Phelan out as Navy secretary in latest high-profile Trump admin. departure
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his role effective immediately, chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
New report ranks the cleanest and most polluted U.S. cities
The new report evaluated air quality in different parts of the country by measuring the presence of ozone and particle pollution in the atmosphere.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
All U.S. attorney's offices must assign a prosecutor to new fraud division: Memo
In the memo, Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald said detailing a prosecutor from each U.S. attorney's office is aimed to help "execute a nationwide strategy to eliminate fraud in every district."
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All U.S. attorney's offices must assign a prosecutor to new fraud division: Memo
In the memo, Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald said detailing a prosecutor from each U.S. attorney's office is aimed to help "execute a nationwide strategy to eliminate fraud in every district."
Two home explosions on same San Antonio block injure 5
Five people were injured when explosions occurred several hours apart at two homes on the same block of a north San Antonio neighborhood.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
Senate defeats Democrats' 5th attempt to limit Trump's war powers in Iran
The Senate rejected another attempt to rein in President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, marking Democrats' fifth effort to do so since the war began eight weeks ago.
2 University of South Florida doctoral students have gone missing, authorities say
Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, both 27, were last seen in the Tampa area on April 16, the University of South Florida Police Department said. Loved ones say their disappearances are out of character and they're concerned.
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Rents around the U.S. are growing more slowly than they have in years
The cost of renting a home, which surged during the pandemic, is showing signs of returning to earth, new data shows.
Crypto mogul sues Trump family's World Liberty Financial, alleging fraud
Sun alleges that World Liberty Financial froze the digital tokens he had purchased, locking him out of assets worth as much as $1 billion.
Anthropic investigating possible breach of its Mythos AI model
The AI company behind the chatbot Claude is looking into a report of unauthorized access to Mythos from one of its third-party vendor environments.
Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Condom maker warns prices may rise due to Iran war supply disruptions
Karex, which calls itself the "world's largest condom maker," could hike the company's prices by 20% to 30%, its CEO told Reuters.
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All U.S. attorney's offices must assign a prosecutor to new fraud division: Memo
In the memo, Assistant Attorney General Colin McDonald said detailing a prosecutor from each U.S. attorney's office is aimed to help "execute a nationwide strategy to eliminate fraud in every district."
Judge blocks Virginia from using new House maps, 1 day after redistricting vote
A state court judge on Wednesday blocked Virginia from moving forward with a redistricting effort that passed a day earlier, a roadblock in Democrats' efforts to redraw the state's congressional maps.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
Senate defeats Democrats' 5th attempt to limit Trump's war powers in Iran
The Senate rejected another attempt to rein in President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, marking Democrats' fifth effort to do so since the war began eight weeks ago.
John Phelan out as Navy secretary in latest high-profile Trump admin. departure
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his role effective immediately, chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday.
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Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
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Hungary drops veto, clearing path for $106 billion EU loan to Ukraine
The move may signal a more constructive relationship between Ukraine and the European Union following the ouster of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán earlier this month.
Mexico weighs action after CIA agents die in crash following drug lab raid
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the government is still investigating a potential violation of national security laws in the incident.
Spain's undocumented migrant amnesty draws big lines, and a big backlash
As thousands of undocumented migrants line up to apply for amnesty under a new program in Spain, the prime minister's opponents vow a fight.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
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DiCaprio speaks at 2016 Paris Agreement signing
On April 22, 2016, the U.N. held a signing ceremony for the Paris Agreement, an international treaty aimed at curbing climate change, featuring several speakers from various nations, including actor and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio. Watch his full speech from the event.
Donnie Wahlberg talks "Boston Blue" success
Donnie Wahlberg talks about starring in the series "Boston Blue" and the emotional moments he shared with the cast members when he revealed the show was being renewed for a second season. He also discusses if his wife, Jenny McCarthy, could make an appearance on the show.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Opening statements in Weinstein rape retrial
Opening statements have concluded in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
D4vd charged with murder in14-year-old's death
Singer D4vd appeared in court Monday, hours after prosecutors announced he would be charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Matt Gutman reports.
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How to dispose of e-waste this Earth Day
Tuesday marks Earth Day, and if you have any unused devices at home, there are green ways to dispose of them. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta to track workers' computer use to train AI
Business Insider got a look at an email Meta, the parent company of Facebook, sent to all employees, letting them know that it would start tracking their interactions with their computers to train the company's artificial intelligence. Business Insider tech correspondent Charles Rollet joins to discuss.
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 Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
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Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
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Parents of slain Loyola freshman speak out
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student who police say was gunned down last month by an undocumented immigrant, spoke out for the first time with CBS News' Matt Gutman.
Car crashes into Philadelphia police station
Surveillance video shows the moment a car came crashing through a police station in Philadelphia. Five people were taken to the hospital and police say they believe the incident was intentional. Shanelle Kaul reports.
OpenAI, ChatGPT under investigation
OpenAI and ChatGPT are under investigation by Florida officials after a deadly shooting last year at Florida State University. Prosecutors allege the AI bot offered "significant advice" to the suspect just days before the shooting. OpenAI says its chatbot is not responsible. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Man charged for having gun used by Louisiana shooter says it was stolen
The assault-style rifle used to kill eight children in a Louisiana mass shooting was stolen from a truck, the gun's previous owner said.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its nonprofit investigations into extremist groups. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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4/22: CBS Evening News
Georgia streets reduced to ashes amid massive wildfires; Trump administration considers bailout for Spirit Airlines.
Inmates raising service dogs as rehabilitation
The Prison Policy Initiative says 96% of incarcerated people will one day return to their communities. That's why California's system is leaning into rehabilitation. CBS News Bay Area's Max Darrow goes inside a facility where one of the methods involves puppies.
4/22: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Future of Iran war uncertain with no date set for peace talks; new poll shows Congress is historically unpopular.
Iran war impacting U.S. missile stockpiles: CSIS
Tuesday marks Day 54 in the war with Iran and a new analysis from the Center for Strategic and International Studies found that the conflict is taking a toll on the Pentagon's munitions stockpile. Mark Cancian, a senior adviser with the Defense and Security Department at CSIS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Parents of slain Loyola freshman speak out
The parents of Sheridan Gorman, the Loyola University student who police say was gunned down last month by an undocumented immigrant, spoke out for the first time with CBS News' Matt Gutman.