8/23: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation", halfway through this year's unconventional political conventions, the spotlight turns to the Republicans to make their case that President Trump deserves a second term.
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This week on "Face the Nation", halfway through this year's unconventional political conventions, the spotlight turns to the Republicans to make their case that President Trump deserves a second term.
This week on "Face The Nation", there's a new dilemma dividing the country — is it worth risking the health — and potentially the lives — of Americans in order to jump start our paralyzed economy?
Today on "Face the Nation," the struggle between saving the economy and saving American lives intensifies, and President Trump's wishful thinking is stopped short by reality.
This week on "Face the Nation," with the month of March behind us, Americans prepare for what's likely to be a catastrophic April.
This week on "Face the Nation", as America continues to come out of its quarantine, the economic downturn continues to take its toll — hitting those who can least afford it the hardest.
This week on "Face the Nation", a record number of new coronavirus cases explodes in the U.S., while governors in multiple states hit pause on reopening and the White House downplays the dangerous spread.
This week on "Face the Nation", with COVID-19 cases skyrocketing in the Sun Belt and parts of the West, the mixed messages and political divisions when it comes to containment are growing as well.
This week on "Face the Nation," as we begin the last week before Election Day, there is a stark contrast between the candidates on the realities of the coronavirus.
This week on "Face the Nation", as the fall presidential campaign season kicks off, the country faces unprecedented challenges and the candidates work to convince, distract and excite voters.
The U.S. added 315,000 jobs in August, and the unemployment rate ticked up slightly to 3.7%. Meanwhile, President Biden said he's seeing signs that inflation may be "beginning to ease." CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joined Michael George to break down the White House response to the report and what it could mean for the economy.
An early morning rally fueled by slower jobs report, faded by mid-afternoon, erasing all gains.
The latest report from the U.S. Labor Department shows hiring slowed in August, with employers adding 315,000 new jobs. The unemployment rate ticked up to 3.7%. CBS News' Debra Alfarone spoke with Javier David, the managing editor of business and markets at Axios, about what this means for the economy.
Considering the damage it causes, carbon should cost $185 a ton, more than triple U.S. price, researchers conclude.
This week on "Face the Nation," Margaret Brennan talks National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham, 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Senator Amy Klobuchar and Josh Bolten, president and CEO of the Business Roundtable. Plus, a new CBS News Poll reveals how Americans feel about the economy.
Confidence among U.S. consumers climbed in August. Steve Odland, the CEO and president of The Conference Board, joins CBS News to discuss why, if we can expect this trend to continue and ongoing recession concerns.
Republicans and Democrats alike have joined the tax-cutting trend during a midterm election year.
Markets have been roiled since Fed chair's speech Friday reaffirming central bank's aggressive plans to cool inflation.
President Biden is heading out on the campaign trail to battleground states hoping to invigorate Democratic voters in key midterm elections. Over the next two weeks, the president will visit voters in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Wisconsin, touting recent economic wins and pushing for abortion rights. Ed O'Keefe reports from Washington.
Rate of workers quitting fell, and layoffs stayed near record low — showing employers are urgently seeking workers.
Markets lost more ground after Powell's speech last week confirming more hikes: "We must keep at it until the job is done."
DNC chair Jaime Harrison said on "Face the Nation" that Democrats have the "momentum" heading into the 2022 midterm elections, saying abortion will be more important to voters than the economy.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks on inflation triggered a massive sell-off on Wall Street. Melissa Armo, owner and founder of The Stock Swoosh, breaks down why investors aren’t thrilled with the Fed chair’s comments on a possible interest rate hike.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled the Fed will likely continue raising interest rates to combat inflation. Yahoo Finance columnist Rick Newman reacts to Powell’s comments and explains how investors will likely react.
Inflation eased last month as energy prices tumbled, according to a report closely watched by the Federal Reserve.
While higher borrowing costs will hurt, failure to ease inflation "would mean far greater pain," Federal Reserve chief says.
More than $1 billion has been bet online on military decisions and outcomes this year on Polymarket. Some wagers have been suspiciously timed, with information seemingly coming from insiders.
President Trump said "there won't be anything left of them" if Iranian leaders do not "get moving, FAST."
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
The World Health Organization this week declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern."
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
Rescuers airlifted an injured hiker who fell about 50 feet from the summit of Washington state's Mount Si on Saturday.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who had occasionally broken with the Trump administration, lost his bid for a third term.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
The World Health Organization this week declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern."
Sunday's win at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, is only his second PGA tour victory, after winning the 2024 Wyndham Championship.
The Mountain Home Air Force Base said in a social media post that it was locked down following an incident during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's Representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
Rescuers airlifted an injured hiker who fell about 50 feet from the summit of Washington state's Mount Si on Saturday.
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are small, fully-functional secondary homes located on the same property as a main home, usually in the backyard, filling a vital need where housing has proved scant or expensive.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
No injuries have been reported because of the issue, the Food and Drug Administration said.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's Representative to the U.S., join Margaret Brennan.
The Senate's rulemaker delivered a blow to GOP plans to fund security for President Trump's overhaul of the East Wing of the White House.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Tom Suozzi, Democrat of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Outbreaks of the deadly Ebola virus in two African countries have prompted the World Health Organization to declare a global health emergency. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
The World Health Organization this week declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern."
Genomic analysis showed the virus found aboard the MV Hondius shows no evidence of new characteristics so far.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
Tommy Bell thought he was in good shape. But a series of heart attacks painted a more complicated picture.
The World Health Organization this week declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern."
The following is the transcript of the interview with Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Tom Suozzi, Democrat of New York, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Taiwan's representative to the U.S. Alexander Yui said on Sunday that "we want peace and stability" as Taiwan became among the most closely-watched issues in last week's summit.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Ambassador Alexander Yui, Taiwan's representative to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 17, 2026.
Researchers in Dublin discovered the oldest surviving English poem in a Roman library.
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
In this web exclusive, Jon Favreau, the creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," and director of the new film "The Mandalorian and Grogu," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the myth of "Star Wars," the influences on the story (including Japanese samurai films), and expanding the universe for a new audience. He also talks about working with Robert Downey Jr. on his film "Iron Man," and about cooking, the subject of his 2014 movie, "Chef."
Director Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen. He talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about the handmade feel of the "Star Wars" universe, and how father-son relationships have always been at the heart of the stories set in a galaxy far, far away. He also discusses bringing his improv roots to directing Robert Downey Jr. in "Iron Man."
For thousands of years, civilizations around the world have built houses out of earth – whether it be mud brick, wattle and dab or rammed earth. But adobe (the practice of making mudbricks) has now become today's "it" building material, from museums around the world designed using adobe, to do-it-yourselfers constructing homes from the very dirt beneath their feet. Correspondent Conor Knighton looks at the history of adobe, and how ancient adobe materials are being merged with 3-D printing techniques.
Atlanta residents say they're waking up to traffic jams of self-driving Waymo vehicles confused by neighborhood signage.
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.
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
In New Mexico, a man is charged with forgery & larceny – and convicted of putting out a hit on his estranged wife. Twenty-six years earlier, a fire in Monaco kills a billionaire and his private nurse. At the center of that mystery was the very same man — with a different name.
"Survivor" 48 and 50 contestant Joe Hunter believes his sister Joanna, whose death was ruled a suicide, was murdered. He and their mother are working to be Joanna's voice and advocate for others who have experienced domestic violence.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an Iraqi national, is facing federal charges for his alleged terror plots targeting Jewish institutions around the U.S.
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
New research suggests birding may be good for the brain. There's evidence it could help guard the brain against dementia and age related cognitive decline. Bradley Blackburn reports.
First, prediction market bets on war defy odds. Then, London's cabbies skeptical about robotaxis. And, Christopher Nolan: The 60 Minutes Interview.
Fighter jets collide in midair at Idaho air show; Trump's approval ratings on the economy continue to fall in latest CBS News poll.
Alpha, a new school in San Francisco, isn't just embracing AI, it's letting it take the lead. Itay Hod has more.
Outbreaks of the deadly Ebola virus in two African countries have prompted the World Health Organization to declare a global health emergency. Imtiaz Tyab reports.