Previewing New Hampshire's Senate primaries
Primary voters in New Hampshire are heading to the polls on Tuesday, where the balance of power in the U.S. Senate may be at stake. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
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Face the Nation: McClain, Benson, Washburne
Missed the second half of the show? Rep. Lisa McClain, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Sunoco chairman and GOP midterm convention chair Ray Washburne.
Fetterman texts show lack of interest in duties
CBS News has obtained text messages between Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and staffers that reveal he appears uninterested in doing his work in Congress. Politico House leadership reporter Riley Rogerson and NOTUS senior editor Dave Levinthal join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Steve Hilton on limiting kids' screen time
California's Republican nominee for governor, Steve Hilton, is releasing new policy proposals in his campaign against Democratic rival Xavier Becerra, calling for the state to ban smartphones in schools. Hilton joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Newsom tours the South
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is in South Carolina as speculations persist about a potential presidential run for the Democratic politician. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
House cancels last 2 weeks of September session
The House of Representatives returned to Washington, D.C., at the beginning of the week, and they'll be leaving the nation's capital sooner than previously thought. Political strategists Joel Payne and Sean Cooksey join with analysis.
Iowa's Zach Lahn on state of governor's race
Democrats have not occupied the governor's mansion in Iowa since 2011, but a new Emerson poll reveals that the race is in a dead heat. Republican gubernatorial nominee Zach Lahn joins "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign.
9/3: The Takeout with Major Garrett
No verdict in Lindsay Clancy murder trial after six days of deliberations; Vance holds first White House press briefing since Leavitt's departure.
Watch: Vance holds White House press briefing
Vice President JD Vance on Thursday held the first White House press briefing since Karoline Leavitt departed as press secretary. Following the briefing, CBS News' Aaron Navarro provided further context.
Hegseth favors Parnell for Army secretary
Sources say Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth favors Sean Parnell for Secretary of the Army, but it's unclear who President Trump wants. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more.
Former Obama aide on midterms
Most midterm primaries have already passed, yielding data and trends that inform how general elections could go. Former Obama aide Ravi Gupta joins CBS News with more on how Democrats and Republicans are performing in the 2026 midterms so far.
8 Democrats vote for GOP anti-socialism bill
Two House Democrats are in hot water with leadership for failing to say that they would vote with Republicans on an anti-socialism bill. Political strategists Kevin Sheridan and Hyma Moore join "The Takeout" to discuss what the situation says about Democrats' divisions.
Suozzi calls on Democrats to reject DSA
As progressive and moderate Democrats debate the party's path forward, Rep. Tom Suozzi of New York is calling on fellow Democrats to reject the Democratic Socialists of America. Suozzi joins "The Takeout" to discuss his piece in The Free Press, a Paramount publication.
Hinojosa on facing Abbott in Texas governor race
The nationwide political debate over data centers has made its way into the Texas governor's race. Gov. Greg Abbott recently paused approvals for new data centers, but his Democratic opponent, State Rep. Gina Hinojosa, says she's skeptical he'll stick to it. Hinojosa joins "The Takeout" to discuss her campaign.
9/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Lindsay Clancy jury ends day 5 of deliberations deadlocked; President Trump urges Iranian citizens to fight against their government.
Markey sweeps MA primary
Progressive incumbent Ed Markey pulled ahead of a younger moderate to sweep the Democratic primary in Massachusetts. CBS News' Fin Gómez analyzes Markey's success.
Markey wins Massachusetts Democratic primary
Progressive incumbent Sen. Ed Markey swept the Democratic Senate primary in Massachusetts. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports.
Crockett on not campaigning for Talarico
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas has said she has no plans to campaign with Senate candidate James Talarico, whom she ran against in the state's primary. Crockett joins "The Takeout" to explain what she'll be doing instead.
Crockett on potential Texas poll center cuts
Local officials in Texas are voting on whether to cut the number of polling sites in the state's third-largest county. Officials say it would get rid of low-turnout sites, while Democrats argue it's voter suppression. Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas joins with her perspective.
Massachusetts primary highlights issue of age
Voters in Massachusetts are at the polls on Tuesday for the state's primary elections -- a notable race: Rep. Seth Moulton's Democratic primary challenge to 80-year-old Sen. Ed Markey. Rolling Stone politics reporter Nikki Ramirez and Politico national politics reporter Alec Hernandez join to discuss.
Key Massachusetts primary races
Voters are at the polls Tuesday in Massachusetts to vote in some key primaries ahead of the 2026 midterms. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.
Markey and Moulton face off
Younger centrist Seth Moulton and older progressive Ed Markey are fighting for the Senate nomination in the Massachusetts Democratic primary. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Moulton and Markey face off
Incumbent progressive Sen. Ed Markey faces the more moderate Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Senate Democratic primary. CBS News' Taurean Small analyzes the race.
U.S. oil deal with Venezuela: What to know
President Trump is downplaying concerns about a new oil reserve agreement with Venezuela that experts say could take years to get up and running. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns
U.S. Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned from his post after months of friction with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
Amazon cargo plane crash victims were in vehicles that were hit, NTSB says
An Amazon cargo plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and crashed into two vehicles before coming to a stop and bursting into flames. Five people were killed.
Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
Witness says seeing Amazon plane crash at MIA was "something from a movie"
Five people were killed and five others were injured when a plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and crashed.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
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Drought, rising costs and beef import pressures squeeze Wyoming ranchers
"It's been a year that I hope we never do it again," said Lander Nicodemus, owner of Torrington Livestock Markets, which auctions about 450,000 head of cattle each year.
What's open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open on Labor Day, while banks will close.
Gas prices at record high for any Labor Day, as diesel hits all-time record
The average price of regular gas was $4.15 a gallon on Labor Day, well above the Labor Day weekend record of $3.82 from 2012, and diesel was at a new all-time record of $5.90.
Are mortgage rates heading back above 7%? Here's what experts think.
Mortgage rates have climbed sharply this year amid mounting concerns about inflation and U.S. debt.
See the U.S. cities where worker pay is rising fastest
Although worker wages have risen modestly this year, pay is increasing much faster in some metro areas than in others, labor data shows.
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Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
U.S. efforts to advance plans to disarm Hamas and open the way for investment into rebuilding Gaza have stalled.
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Drone activity at border drops 75% after U.S. uses laser weapon, military says
In less than two weeks, the high-energy laser weapon system has taken down 11 drones, coinciding with a 75% drop in drones probing the border, military officials told CBS News.
Far-right AfD wins big in German regional election, falls short of majority
Alternative for Germany failed to secure an absolute majority in the state legislature to govern alone and overcome the so-called firewall of mainstream parties' refusal to work with AfD.
Armed man arrested for allegedly charging at Democratic Ohio governor candidate
The suspect "aggressively shoved his way through the crowd" toward Amy Acton, Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene told CBS News.
GOP conference chair says Miller is "our nominee right now" despite allegations
House Republican Conference Chair Lisa McClain said she is supporting Rep. Max Miller's reelection bid for a third term because "I will support anyone with an R behind their name."
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What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression) is a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy. Correspondent Faith Salie talks with experts about the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis; and with a mother whose experience of hallucinations and distorted reality soon after giving birth threatened her and her family.
A woman was in pain for decades. A chance meeting helped her learn why.
Dawn Jemison started dealing with pelvic pain as a preteen. It took decades to learn why — and to find a solution.
Employer and worker health plan costs expected to jump in 2027
Employer health benefit costs are projected to see the steepest increase next year since 2003. That could mean higher deductions and out-of-pocket costs for workers.
Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
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Pope Leo unveils new fresco at sanctuary where he prayed after his election
Pope Leo XIV unveiled the portrait before celebrating Mass with his fellow Augustinian brothers at the Sanctuary of Our Mother of Good Counsel in the medieval village of Genazzano, south of Rome.
Kushner attributes the lack of progress on Gaza to upcoming Israeli elections
U.S. efforts to advance plans to disarm Hamas and open the way for investment into rebuilding Gaza have stalled.
U.K. anti-migrant protests condemned as "thuggish and intimidating"
Masked British protesters snarled traffic at a busy passenger ferry port and tried to block buses carrying newly arrived migrants, drawing criticism from virtually all corners.
King says Prince Harry and Meghan remain private citizens after U.K. return
Prince Harry and Meghan stepped down as senior working members of the royal family in January 2020, and this position, the letter said, "will continue to be fully respected."
How the far-right AfD is causing a German political earthquake
The AfD may not end up controlling Germany's Saxony-Anhalt state despite a landslide election victory, but the far-right party's "dream result" sends a clear message.
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Secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary makes debut
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, already serving an 11-year sentence for defrauding investors, is now also the star of a new documentary co-created by an absurdist comedian. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the story.
King Charles: Harry, Meghan won't work as royals
Prince Harry and Megan Markle have returned to the U.K., but not to any official royal duties. But just in case there is any hint of confusion, King Charles released a letter of clarification on Monday. CBS News' Holly Williams has details.
Fall television season set to begin
Labor Day weekend not only marks the traditional end of summer, but the start of the fall television season. The Hollywood Reporter senior editor Alex Weprin joins CBS News to discuss.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on NYC following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and producer Jane Rosenthal founded the Tribeca Film Festival as a way to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes and help revitalize a shattered city.
Robert De Niro on helping revive Lower Manhattan after 9/11
As the dust settled on New York City following the 9/11 attacks, Robert De Niro and his longtime business partner, producer Jane Rosenthal, looked for ways to pull Lower Manhattan out of the ashes. The Tribeca Film Festival, which debuted in 2002, has not only successfully launched a new generation of filmmakers; it has also helped revitalize the city in what De Niro called "an act of defiance." Tracy Smith talks with De Niro and Rosenthal about their festival's mission: to use art as an antidote to what they see as traumatic times facing America.
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Self-driving AI Uber put to the test
Leigh Kiniry tests out an autonomous, AI-powered Uber in London.
FBI deputy director on using AI to fight crime
The FBI is using artificial intelligence to fight crime as it leans into targeting cartels and transnational criminal organizations. CBS News' Anna Schecter spoke with FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia about the new technology.
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.
How AI is reshaping the U.S. Open for players and fans
At the U.S. Open, artificial intelligence is giving players and fans a new way to experience the tournament.
U.S. Open embraces artificial intelligence
At this year's U.S. Open, live artificial intelligence insights are bringing the digital world to the court, reshaping the tournament experience. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten has the details.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Mom facing charges after letting son walk alone
A Virginia mother is walking the line between helping a child develop their independence and criminal child neglect, fighting charges of abuse after letting her 5-year-old son walk outside alone. CBS News' Mark Strassmann is following the story.
Secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary makes debut
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, already serving an 11-year sentence for defrauding investors, is now also the star of a new documentary co-created by an absurdist comedian. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the story.
Detective says cruelty of woman's murder will "stay with me forever"
Lt. Dakota Black of the Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office in Shawnee, Oklahoma, says the case of Makayla Meave, a missing teacher's aide, was one of the most heart-wrenching cases of her career.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Mistrial declared in Lindsay Clancy trial
A judge in Massachusetts declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, who killed her three young children, after jurors said for a third time they could not agree on a verdict.
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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.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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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.
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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State of emergency in Hawaii as Lowell nears
Hurricane Lowell is barreling toward Hawaii, bringing the potential for life-threatening floods. CBS News' Carter Evans is in Kauai with more. Then, Rob Marciano joins with the latest forecast.
Mom facing charges after letting son walk alone
A Virginia mother is walking the line between helping a child develop their independence and criminal child neglect, fighting charges of abuse after letting her 5-year-old son walk outside alone. CBS News' Mark Strassmann is following the story.
Secret Elizabeth Holmes documentary makes debut
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, already serving an 11-year sentence for defrauding investors, is now also the star of a new documentary co-created by an absurdist comedian. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the story.
King Charles: Harry, Meghan won't work as royals
Prince Harry and Megan Markle have returned to the U.K., but not to any official royal duties. But just in case there is any hint of confusion, King Charles released a letter of clarification on Monday. CBS News' Holly Williams has details.
Taliban using U.S. weapons 5 years after exit
The 9/11 terror attacks, 25 years ago this week, were planned from inside the Taliban-controlled country of Afghanistan; a country that tonight is not only back under Taliban control, but with Taliban fighters carrying American weapons and driving around in American vehicles. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab reports from Kabul.