Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas speak out
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered the arrest of Democratic state lawmakers who fled the state in order to block a vote on a congressional map that favors Republicans. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Democratic lawmakers flee Texas: What to know
Democratic lawmakers in Texas have fled the state in an effort to block a vote on a new congressional map that would favor Republicans. Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened the removal of lawmakers who don't return to the state by Monday afternoon. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports.
Lawmakers react to Texas Democrats
Lawmakers are reacting to Texas House Democrats leaving the state to stop a vote over congressional redistricting. Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened to expel the legislators if they don't return by his deadline. CBS News Texas Trevor Sochocki has more details.
Abbott threatens Texas House Democrats
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to remove House Democrats from office if they don't return to the state for a vote over congressional map redistricting. Democratic lawmakers fled to Illinois, trying to delay the vote. CBS News' Hunter Woodall has more details.
Texas legislators clash over GOP map plan
Texas House Democrats broke quorum to try to block a redistricting vote that could hand over new congressional seats to the GOP. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha join "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the controversial move.
Texas legislators delay redistricting vote
Texas Democratic legislators fled the state to Illinois in an effort to delay a vote to redraw Congressional lines in Republicans' favor before the 2026 midterm elections. The redrawn map would give the GOP an advantage in at least five more seats. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Texas Democrats flee state over map vote
Democratic state lawmakers left Texas for Illinois to delay a vote to redistrict the state's congressional map, which could lead to several seats that may be filled by Republicans. Gov. Greg Abbott has threatened the House legislators with removal from office. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Trump slams Democrats for confirmation waits
President Trump is slamming Senate Democrats for stalling confirmations of his nominees, accusing lawmakers of holding up confirmations to demand billions in federal funds be released. Willie James Inman has more.
Breaking down challenge to Trump tariff powers
President Trump's tariffs faced a critical legal test on Thursday ahead of his Friday deadline for new levies to kick in for U.S. trading partners. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down why a group of small business owners and lawmakers are questioning the legality of the president's trade moves.
Senate advances ban on lawmaker stock trading
A bill that would prevent lawmakers and future presidents and vice presidents from trading stocks has advanced in the Senate. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Trump's White House ballroom and Van Buren
President Trump's plan to build a $200 million ballroom at the White House brings to mind an episode from Martin Van Buren's presidency. John Dickerson explains
Where things stand on U.S. trade deals
President Trump's self-imposed Friday deadline for countries to make trade deals or be hit with higher import tariffs is looming over the global economy. Scott Lincicome, vice president at the Cato Institute's Center for Trade Policy Studies, joined "CBS Evening News Plus" to talk about it all.
Trump program for health data sharing
The Trump administration has announced a new program that will let Americans share their health data across private apps and systems. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder has more.
White House announces new ballroom construction
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Thursday that a 90,000-square-foot ballroom will be constructed in the White House's East Wing. The approximately $200 million project will be funded by President Trump and other private donors, Leavitt said.
ICE arrests up 120% under Trump
CBS News analysis of new government data shows U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has carried out more than 100,000 arrests in the first five months of President Trump's second term in office, with most arrests reported in Southern states. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Jared Ochacher report.
Trump working to finalize more trade deals
The Trump's administration is working to finalize more trade deals before the president's self-imposed August 1 tariff deadline. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on that and President Trump's ongoing war of words with Fed Chair Jerome Powell.
Interest rates remain unchanged: What to know
President Trump spent the day hailing new GDP numbers that showed stronger than expected economic growth over the past three months. But at the Federal Reserve, Chair Jerome Powell pointed to Mr. Trump's tariffs as he announced the central bank would leave interest rates unchanged. Nancy Cordes reports.
Texas GOP unveils planned congressional map
Republican lawmakers in Texas have revealed their proposal for a new congressional map. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
Trump on fallout with Jeffrey Epstein
President Trump is answering more questions about his prior relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and the employee poaching that Mr. Trump says led to the pair's falling out. CBS News executive director of White House and politics Fin Gómez has more.
Booker on Democrats complying with Trump
New Jersey Sen. Corey Booker accused fellow Democrats on the Senate floor of being "complicit" in President Trump's agenda. CBS News' Taurean Small has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Trump gives Russia 10 days to make peace
President Trump now says Russia has 10 days to reach a peace deal with Ukraine before facing secondary sanctions. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Maxwell offers to testify before Congress
Jeffrey Epstein-associate Ghislaine Maxwell is offering to testify before Congress in exchange for concessions like full immunity. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
EU to buy U.S. energy in new trade deal
The European Union will purchase $750 billion of U.S. energy under its new trade deal with the Trump administration. Mike Sommers, president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute, joined "The Takeout" to discuss.
Roy Cooper launches North Carolina Senate bid
Atlantic staff writer Toluse Olorunnipa and Associated Press political reporter Matt Brown join "The Takeout" to discuss some of the day's latest political news.
Sen. Ruben Gallego on Delta using AI
Sen. Ruben Gallego joins "The Takeout" to discuss Delta's use of artificial intelligence to set ticket prices, the ongoing push for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files and the 2028 election.
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Iran attacks more ships, Dubai airport, warns U.S.-linked banks are next
As the Trump administration says it's winning the war with Iran, Tehran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz, and Dubai airport, and warns banks are next.
Epstein's longtime accountant to testify before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
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DOJ's Alex Pretti probe excludes prosecutors who specialize in civil rights, sources say
Rank-and-file career prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division cases are not involved in investigating Alex Pretti's shooting death by federal agents, CBS News has learned, in a stark departure from historical practice.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
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TSA absences at airports double during shutdown, 300 officers quit
TSA officer call-out rates have climbed into double-digit percentages at some airports, including half the officers at Houston's Hobby Airport, straining screening operations and contributing to longer security lines.
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Video appears to show NYC bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
Latino Texans fuel surge in Democratic primary turnout, as GOP aims to hold onto gains
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
Bam Adebayo passes Kobe Bryant for 2nd-most points in single NBA game, 83
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history, and set records for most free throws taken and made on Tuesday.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
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Sharks are taking a bigger bite of fishermen's catch in Hawaii
The growing incidents, known as shark depredation, have grown common in Hawaii's coastal waters and other parts of the Pacific.
Epstein's longtime accountant to testify before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
Suspected tornadoes damage homes and knock down trees, power lines in Illinois, Indiana
Officials say a large tornado south of Chicago downed trees and power lines and overwhelmed the 911 center with emergency calls.
Bam Adebayo passes Kobe Bryant for 2nd-most points in single NBA game
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history, and set records for most free throws taken and made on Tuesday.
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Can the president bring down gas prices? 5 options available to Trump.
Gas prices in the U.S. have surged roughly 20% since the attack on Iran. Read on to see what measures the Trump administration could take to offer relief.
Oil prices are falling — gas prices aren't. Here's why.
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Could tapping the Strategic Petroleum Reserve lower gas prices?
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is designed to cushion disruptions to U.S. oil supplies during emergencies.
JetBlue ground stop lifted soon after it began
Shortly after all JetBlue flights were grounded by the FAA due to what the agency said was a JetBlue request, the carrier said it had resumed operations.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
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Latino Texans fuel surge in Democratic primary turnout, as GOP aims to hold onto gains
Latino voters helped propel record turnout in last week's Texas Democratic primary, a trend Democrats are watching closely as they try to reclaim ground with the group and pull off an upset win in the red-leaning state's Senate contest.
Epstein's longtime accountant to testify before House committee today
Richard Kahn was one of Epstein's closest associates in his final years, managing his finances and investments.
Fuller, Harris head to Georgia runoff, CBS News projects
Trump-backed Clayton Fuller and Shawn Harris advance to a runoff election to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat.
Jan. 6 police responders ask judge to let lawsuit over plaque in Capitol proceed
Former Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn and D.C. Police Officer Danny Hodges argue the installation of a commemorative Jan. 6 plaque in a low-visibility spot in the U.S. Capitol violates the law.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
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"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Baby sleepsuit sold at Walmart recalled over potential choking hazard
The zipper head on the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuits poses a danger to babies, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
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Iran attacks more ships, Dubai airport, warns U.S.-linked banks are next
As the Trump administration says it's winning the war with Iran, Tehran hits 3 ships near the Strait of Hormuz, and Dubai airport, and warns banks are next.
6 of 7 Iranian soccer players granted asylum in Australia stay, rest head home
Australian officials say six of seven members of the Iranian women's soccer team who were granted asylum are staying but the seventh has changed her mind and will return home.
At least 6 killed in bus fire that may have been "deliberate," Swiss police say
Police are investigating after a fire on a regional bus in Kerzers, west of Switzerland's capital, killed at least six people.
White House aware of Gulf countries' fears about interceptor shortage, sources say
The Gulf states have said they're running dangerously low on missile interceptors and have asked the U.S. to expedite new supplies, CBS News previously reported.
Iran signaling it may deploy mines to disrupt Strait of Hormuz, U.S. sources say
Iran is using smaller crafts to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two U.S. officials said.
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Dorrance on preserving tap dancing history
American tap dancer Michelle Dorrance talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about Brenda Bufalino's impact and preserving the 88-year-old's artistry for future generations in a project at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts.
Brenda Bufalino on evolution of tap dancing
American tap dancer Brenda Bufalino talks to CBS News chief medical correspondent Jon LaPook about the many ebbs and flows of the art form and reflects on her career.
Michelle Pfeiffer on "The Madison" series
Michelle Pfeiffer talks with "CBS Mornings" about starring alongside Kurt Russell in "The Madison." She describes how she decided to take on the character and explains after decades in the entertainment industry why she still gets nervous in new roles.
Details on Live Nation's settlement with DOJ
Less than a week into a trial over Live Nation's alleged monopoly of the event ticket business, the parent company of Ticketmaster has reached a tentative settlement with the Justice Department. Kenneth Dintzer, antitrust attorney with the law firm Crowell & Moring, joins CBS News to break down the deal.
Latest on shots fired at Rihanna's home
A woman has been arrested for allegedly firing several shots Sunday at the Beverly Hills home of pop music star Rihanna. CBS News Los Angeles' Tina Patel reports.
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Pentagon memo orders commanders to remove Anthropic from key systems
The Defense Department has notified senior leadership that they must remove Anthropic's products from their system within 180 days, the latest salvo in a feud between the AI company and the Trump administration.
The evolution of Apple over 50 years
David Pogue, an author and correspondent for "CBS Sunday Morning," talks about covering the rise of Apple over his career as the company is set to turn 50 next month, and his new book, "Apple: The First 50 Years."
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.
Overusing artificial intelligence can give workers "AI brain fry," study finds
Artificial intelligence can give some workers "brain fry" if overused, according to a new study published in Harvard Business Review.
Extended interview: Tim Cook
In this web exclusive, Tim Cook, the CEO of Apple, talks with "Sunday Morning" correspondent David Pogue (author of "Apple: The First 50 Years") to discuss the company's first half-century and its constant focus on "the next thing." He also talks about the vision of Steve Jobs, whose return to Apple in 1997 reinvigorated the company.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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New details about ISIS-inspired attack
New video has emerged of fuses being bought at a Pennsylvania fireworks store by one of the suspects accused of throwing explosive devices outside the New York City mayoral residence. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan has more.
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Video appears to show bomb suspect purchasing fuse at fireworks store
One of two men accused of throwing IEDs at protesters in New York City appears to have purchased fuses at a fireworks store in a Philadelphia suburb last week.
No harmful substances in NYC suspicious package
New York City police have given the all clear after concluding a suspicious package found near Gracie Mansion, the official residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani, was harmless.
Shots fired at U.S. consulate in Toronto
Shots were fired outside of the U.S. consulate in Toronto, Canada, early Tuesday morning, police said. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspicious package near NYC mayor's residence
There is a heavy police presence near New York City's Gracie Mansion, the official residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as officials investigate a suspicious package found in the area. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite set to crash down to Earth
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
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Debate on tapping Strategic Petroleum Reserve
With oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz halted, the International Energy Agency is meeting with G7 countries about whether they should tap their strategic petroleum reserves. CBS News reporter Kati Weis is following the debate.
Red flags for hospice fraud across Los Angeles
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Suspect in shooting at Rihanna's home in court
A woman accused of firing multiple high-powered rounds from an assault rifle at the home of Rihanna appeared in court Tuesday, initially entering a not guilty plea before withdrawing it. The arraignment was eventually postponed. Carter Evans reports.
What happened with Iranian women's soccer team
Five members of the Iranian national women's soccer team sought asylum in Australia after refusing to sing Iran's national anthem before a match. Elizabeth Palmer has details.
3/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett
War continues in Iran as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth promises "most intense day of strikes"; costs of war's first days revealed.