11/10/20: Red and Blue
AG Barr allows prosecutors to probe voter fraud; Sydney Barber makes history at U.S. Naval Academy
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COVID-19 restrictions highlight split among evangelical Christians
The coronavirus pandemic appears to be key factor in a growing split among evangelical Christians, one of President Trump's critical constituencies. Jon Ward, a senior political correspondent at Yahoo News, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the dueling perspectives on pandemic restrictions.
Biden team considering legal options if Trump keeps stalling
The Biden-Harris transition office has been operational since late summer in accordance with federal laws dictating how a smooth and peaceful transition of power should occur.
Biden calls Trump's refusal to concede "an embarrassment"
President-elect Biden discussed plans for his presidency with four leaders of America's closest allies. This comes as Mr. Biden said the transition to his new administration is moving forward, despite President Trump's refusal to cooperate. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Trump refuses to concede, makes baseless vote counting claims
President Trump is still refusing to concede the election, firing off baseless tweets from behind the walls of the White House, claiming he'll still win, and alleging ballot counting abuse. Ben Tracy has the latest.
The problem with errors in polling
David Graham, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joined CBSN to discuss why many pre-election polls turned out to be wrong in the 2020 presidential race and the issues that creates for the candidates and the country.
Biden transition team considers legal action
President-elect Joe Biden's transition team is considering legal action against the General Services Administration as it continues to block his full access to federal agencies, citing a resolution to the election by either President Trump or the electoral college. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Biden urges mask-wearing to fight COVID
President-elect Joe Biden urged Americans to come together to fight the coronavirus. Meanwhile, President Trump continues to fight the results of the presidential election. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Biden says transition is moving forward
President-elect Joe Biden says the transition is proceeding and will not be derailed by a lack of assistance from the Trump administration. He also said he's been speaking with world leaders and "letting them know that America's back." Biden took questions from reporters at a news conference in Wilmington, Delaware. Watch his remarks.
Barr gives boost to Trump's baseless claims
Attorney General William Barr has given President Trump's unsubstantiated allegations of voter fraud a boost by allowing prosecutors to go around long-standing policies to investigate allegations of fraud. Judges in Georgia, Michigan and Nevada have already rejected lawsuits backed by the Trump campaign, saying they presented no serious evidence. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN AM to discuss the campaign's legal strategy.
Trump begins raising money for his new political action committee
On Tuesday morning, the Trump campaign began earmarking 60% of "election defense fund" donations received on his campaign website to Mr. Trump's new Save America PAC.
Biden moves forward with transition to power
The Biden transition team is considering legal action as a federal agency refuses to acknowledge the results of the election and greenlight full access to other agencies and funding. This comes as President-elect Joe Biden reveals more details about his health care plans for the country. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
What U.S. allies and adversaries in Asia make of Biden and Harris
There's no doubt that President-elect Biden will usher a change in U.S. foreign policy, and that won't necessarily be good news for all leaders across the vast region.
Young Arizona Republicans hope Trump concedes election soon
"I do think it's important for him to concede at this point and allow President-elect Biden to begin the transition," one member of the Arizona College Republicans said.
Biden transition barrels forward while Trump administration stalls
Biden is forging ahead with preparations to take the reins of government in just 72 days.
11/09/20: Red and Blue
Pres. Trump fires Defense Secretary Mark Esper; Vice President elect Kamala Harris makes history
Trump fires Secretary of Defense Mark Esper
President Trump has fired Secretary of Defense Mark Esper. Christopher Miller, the head of the National Counterterrorism Center, has been named as acting secretary. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump fires Esper as defense secretary 6 days after election
"Mark Esper has been terminated. I would like to thank him for his service," the president said.
Two more members of Trump's team test positive for COVID-19
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday after attending a White House election night party last week. Mark Meadows, who also attended that party, tested positive last week. The man leading President Trump's post-election legal fight, attorney David Bossie, also revealed his positive diagnosis Monday. Dr. Dara Kass, an emergency room physician and a member of the group Doctors for Biden, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the promising news from Pfizer's vaccine trial and the crucial period the U.S. is entering in its efforts to contain the virus.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: McConnell takes victory lap and backs Trump's refusal to concede
Control of the Senate will not likely be decided until the two Senate runoffs in Georgia take place on January 5.
Post-election, Americans take to the streets
"CBS This Morning" spoke with voters of many different backgrounds across the country. They shared their joyous celebrations, deep disappointments, and their hopes for a united America.
Federal agency holding up transition process
The General Services Administration is so far not signing off on paperwork that begins the official transition process for the incoming Biden administration. President-elect Biden is already starting his own transition planning despite President Trump continuing to dispute the election results. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Biden announces COVID-19 advisory board
President-elect Joe Biden is beginning his transition to the White House with the announcement of his COVID-19 advisory board to tackle the pandemic. It comes as President Trump has not yet conceded and is pushing forward with election-related lawsuits. CBS News' Debra Alfarone reports and joins CBSN with the latest.
Analysis on Trump's legal strategy
CBS News contributor and election law expert David Becker joins "CBS This Morning" to analyze the president's legal strategy and if there is validity to the claims in several key states as Joe Biden hits 270 electoral votes and is projected to win the presidential election.
Trump pursues election lawsuits
President Trump is refusing to concede the election to Joe Biden and his campaign continues pursuing legal challenges in multiple states. But there has been no evidence to back up his claims of fraud. William and Mary Law School professor Rebecca Green joins CBSN to talk about Mr. Trump's path forward.
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Iran says 14 killed in U.S. strikes ahead of Khamenei's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried as the U.S. and Iran exchange escalating attacks.
Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign after sexual assault allegation
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is suspending his campaign against GOP Sen. Susan Collins, after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her five years ago.
Bonnie Tyler, who sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart," dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
Analysis: Some of largest ICE facilities haven't been inspected in over a year
Detention facilities are now inspected every year or every other year rather than twice a year, a CBS News analysis of inspection reports found.
Judge orders release of over $5 million due to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
1 year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
NASA chief flew private military jets over D.C. for July 4th despite FAA disapproval
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman flew private military jets over D.C. in a flyover Saturday — with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as a passenger — despite safety objections from the FAA.
What to know about Florida's newly named Donald J. Trump International Airport
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Suspect's roommate in Charlie Kirk killing given immunity for recorded statements
Prosecutors revealed that the roommate of the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk was given "use immunity" in exchange for providing recorded video statements to investigators about the case.
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Analysis: Some of largest ICE facilities haven't been inspected in over a year
Detention facilities are now inspected every year or every other year rather than twice a year, a CBS News analysis of inspection reports found.
1 year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
Second Memphis fatal shooting in 4 days by federal task force, officials say
A member of a federal crime-fighting task force in Memphis shot and killed a man there on Wednesday, the second fatal shooting by a task force member in four days.
What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
Suspect's roommate in Charlie Kirk killing given immunity for recorded statements
Prosecutors revealed that the roommate of the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk was given "use immunity" in exchange for providing recorded video statements to investigators about the case.
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A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
Judge orders release of over $5 million due to E. Jean Carroll in Trump case
The damages were awarded to Carroll, a writer, by a 2023 jury in a civil sexual abuse and defamation case.
White House announces "Freedom Fuel" gas station selling $3.47 gasoline
The Freedom Fuel Network is offering gasoline for more than 30 cents a gallon below the national average.
Stocks slide, oil surges after Trump says Iran ceasefire is over
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
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A Florida airport is now named after Trump, with old airport code still used for now
Palm Beach International Airport officially became Donald J. Trump International Airport on Thursday, but the airport's code won't change for another 40 days.
1 year after Supreme Court limited broad injunctions, groups see shifting landscape
More than one year after the Supreme Court restricted the use of nationwide injunctions, groups challenging President Trump's agenda have relied on other mechanisms to broadly block his policies.
Graham Platner suspends Maine Senate campaign after sexual assault allegation
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner is suspending his campaign against GOP Sen. Susan Collins, after a woman accused him of sexually assaulting her five years ago.
NASA chief flew private military jets over D.C. for July 4th despite FAA disapproval
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman flew private military jets over D.C. in a flyover Saturday — with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche as a passenger — despite safety objections from the FAA.
Suspect's roommate in Charlie Kirk killing given immunity for recorded statements
Prosecutors revealed that the roommate of the man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk was given "use immunity" in exchange for providing recorded video statements to investigators about the case.
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What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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Iran says 14 killed in U.S. strikes ahead of Khamenei's burial
Iran's former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei is being buried as the U.S. and Iran exchange escalating attacks.
Cartel violence hits World Cup despite warnings: "Getting massacred"
The attacks came as Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has spent months grappling with how to address endemic criminal violence in Mexico.
June was the hottest on record for Western Europe, second hottest globally
A new report by the Copernicus Climate Change Service also found that June temperatures in Western Europe were nearly 5.5 degrees above average.
U.S. military launches second night of strikes against Iran
The U.S. military launched another round of strikes against Iran late Wednesday night, U.S. Central Command said, in the second night of attacks as diplomacy between the two countries appears to collapse.
Trump says U.S. will grant Ukraine's request to license Patriot defense system
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Bonnie Tyler, who sang "Total Eclipse of the Heart," dies at 75
Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh pop star best known for singing the chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" in 1983, has died. She was 75.
The War and Treaty performs "Litty"
The War and Treaty performs "Litty" from their new album "The Story of Michael and Tanya" at the historic Woolworth Theatre in Nashville.
Goo Goo Dolls perform "Slide"
The Goo Goo Dolls perform their hit song "Slide" as America rings in its 250th birthday
2026 Emmy nominations are announced: See the full list
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Cristo Fernández on kid's book, loving soccer
"Ted Lasso" actor Cristo Fernández shares the inspiration behind his new children's book "Fútbol is Life!" The bilingual book draws on Fernández's childhood experiences growing up in Guadalajara and is "a love letter to the game" of soccer.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Cartel violence hits World Cup despite warnings: "Getting massacred"
The attacks came as Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has spent months grappling with how to address endemic criminal violence in Mexico.
Lawyers battle over evidence in Kirk case
In Utah, a judge is weighing whether 23-year-old Tyler Robinson should face trial for the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and whether a recorded interview with Robinson's former roommate and romantic partner should be made public. Carter Evans reports.
Person of interest in custody after stray bullet hits 5-year-old in Detroit
Kaizer, 5, is expected to make a full recovery after a stray bullet struck him while he rode his bicycle near his west side Detroit home Tuesday evening, his family said.
Parents of football player who died speak out after charges filed against ex-coach
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that his office is charging former Bucknell coach Mark Kulbis with felony aggravated hazing.
Suspect in Charlie Kirk death back in court
Tyler Robinson, the suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder, is due back in court today as he faces Day 3 of preliminary hearings. This comes after prosecutors unveiled footage of him on the Utah college campus where Kirk was killed. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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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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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Can You Hack Your Brain to Stop Impulse Buying?
"Dopamine sites" are on the rise in South Korea, allowing people to simulate the thrill of online shopping or food delivery without spending any actual money. Could this be the fix for compulsive spenders? Plus, Jill helps caller Danielle navigate a financial crossroads: after taking a pay cut to make work and life more manageable, she's now facing higher-than-expected college costs for her child while trying to stay on track for retirement. Have a money question? Email askjill@jillonmoney.com.
Rahm Emanuel delivers tough love on Israel
Former Chicago mayor and former U.S. ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel spoke at Tel Aviv University on Wednesday. The potential Democratic presidential candidate called to end unconditional U.S. support for Israel as part of a larger political shift among Democrats.
Analysis of Trump revoking Iran's oil waver
The rise in oil prices comes after the Trump administration on Tuesday revoked a waiver that allowed Iran to sell oil. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more.
Middle East expert on U.S. strikes on Iran
U.S. Central Command said the U.S. military is conducting a new wave of strikes on Iran at the direction of the president. The second night of strikes came after President Trump said the fragile ceasefire between the two countries was over as far as he was concerned. Will Todman, senior fellow for the Middle East Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, has more.
Graham Platner suspends his campaign
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has suspended his campaign following sexual assault allegations. He has denied all claims. The 41-year-old announced his decision in a social media video on Wednesday. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.