Vice president warns Democrats that Republicans are trying to rewrite the history of America's recent economic rebound
Vice President Biden warns Democrats that Republicans are trying to rewrite the history of America's recent economic rebound.
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Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington
Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the key issues that leave Democrats and Republicans at odds, and how the two parties can find common ground.
He starts a two-day trip to lobby for his proposals from Tuesday night's State of the Union address
President Obama is laying out an ambitious plan of action for his final two years in office. He starts a two-day trip to lobby for his proposals from Tuesday night's State of the Union address. Major Garrett reports on the highlights.
While his approval ratings and consumer confidence have risen, the question is: How much of his agenda will the Republican majority in the new Congress will accept?
President Obama will address a Republican-controlled Congress as he reports on the State of the Union. While his approval ratings and consumer confidence have risen, the question is: How much of his agenda will the Republican majority in the new Congress will accept? Major Garrett reports.
In his sixth State of the Union address, President Obama is expected to talk about the improving economy and devote part of the speech to foreign policy
In his sixth State of the Union address, President Obama is expected to talk about the improving economy and devote part of the speech to foreign policy. Host of "Face the Nation" Bob Schieffer reports.
Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins CBSN to preview the State of the Union address and how the political climate President Obama is dealing with compares to other presidents in history
Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins CBSN to preview the State of the Union address and how the political climate President Obama is dealing with compares to other presidents in history.
President Obama spent the past few weeks touring the country revealing topics he'll cover in his State of the Union address on Tuesday
President Obama spent the past few weeks touring the country revealing topics he'll cover in his State of the Union address on Tuesday. CBS News compiled the highlights in this 90-second primer.
For the last two weeks, President Obama has been detailing what he intends to announce in his upcoming State of the Union address
For the last two weeks, President Obama has been detailing what he intends to announce in his upcoming State of the Union address. Major Garrett reports on what the president has planned and how the GOP is responding.
The president says his speech will focus on making sure every American shares in the country's economic resurgence
President Obama says his State of the Union address will focus on making sure every American shares in the country's economic resurgence.
Russia's economic woes are being felt in Manhattan, as Russian investors in the U.S. are starting to scale back
Russia's economic woes are being felt in Manhattan, as Russian investors in the U.S. are starting to scale back. Real estate experts report fewer record-breaking purchases from Russian clients, and now billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov could be parting ways with his 80 percent stake in the Brooklyn Nets. Vinita Nair reports.
Minimum wage would be $44 if it kept up with Wall Street pay
Wall Street bonuses have jumped more than 1,200% since 1985, or 10 times the pace of the federal minimum wage.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest
The stock market fell on Wednesday off of disappointing retail sales figures from December, but a CBS News poll shows 53 percent of Americans believe the economy is in "good" shape. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest.
President Obama hails recent positive economic news to argue that "America's resurgence is real"
President Obama hails recent positive economic news to argue that "America's resurgence is real."
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the factors that contributed to this week's decline
Stock futures are pointing to a higher open Wednesday after the Dow dropped 130 points Tuesday. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the factors that contributed to this week's decline.
The drop in oil prices has been very bad for Russia. It has caused a recession and inflation could hit double digits in 2015
The drop in oil prices has been very bad for Russia. It has caused a recession and inflation could hit double digits in 2015. Debora Patta reports from London.
For some, cheaper oil made long holiday trips possible, but for those in the oil industry, the decline is starting to take a toll
For some, cheaper oil made long holiday trips possible, but for those in the oil industry, the decline is starting to take a toll Anna Werner reports.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the milestone
It was a historic day on Wall Street on Tuesday as the Dow Jones closed above 18,000 for the first time ever. The S&P 500 ended with its 51st record close of the year. It follows news that the economy grew at its fastest pace in more than a decade in the third quarter. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the milestone.
The U.S. economy took off between May and September
The U.S. economy took off between May and September. That period saw the biggest growth in more than a decade. Anthony Mason reports on the news that sent the stock market into record territory.
Some Americans still coping with financial losses
A year ago, CBS News interviewed people about the financial struggles caused by the coronavirus. Jericka Duncan checks in with them to see how they are doing now.
President Obama sounds a triumphal note in his weekly address, saying America is on the economic rebound at home and leading the world abroad
President Obama sounds a triumphal note in his weekly address, saying America is on the economic rebound at home and leading the world abroad.
Russia's economy is in free-fall, but you wouldn't know it listening to President Vladimir Putin
Russia's economy is in free-fall, but you wouldn't know it listening to President Vladimir Putin. As Charlie D'Agata reports from Moscow, Putin used his end of the year press conference Thursday to defend himself and attack the west.
Energy is Russia's biggest export, but as oil prices continue their drop, the country is looking at a likely recession
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Bob Orr talks with CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate about how the drop in oil prices is affecting Russia's economy, and whether a downturn could prompt political changes in that country.
Republican senator from Kentucky voices support for President Obama's decision to normalize relations with Cuba, saying the decades-old U.S. embargo against Cuba "just hasn't worked"
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Kentucky, voices support for President Obama's decision to normalize relations with Cuba, saying the decades-old U.S. embargo against Cuba "just hasn't worked."
Juan Zarate breaks down America’s move to open diplomatic relations with Cuba, and what may occur as a result
CBS News senior national security analyst Juan Zarate breaks down America’s move to open diplomatic relations with Cuba, and what may occur as a result.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," March 28
Today on "Face the Nation," as President Biden prepares to unveil the next phase of his economic agenda, the continuing threat of COVID and a growing crisis at the border may complicate his plan.
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U.S. conducts "self-defense" strikes, CENTCOM says, insists ceasefire still in place
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
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Threat of massive blast "eliminated" for California chemical leak, officials say
California crews conducted an overnight operation at the Orange County site of a chemical leak in Garden Grove and said Monday that the threat of an explosion had been "eliminated" and was "off the table."
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
AG requests to resume ballroom construction, citing latest shooting
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ballroom is "being constructed for the physical safety and security of all Presidents, their families, staff, Foreign Dignitaries, and guests."
Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
1,500 strangers attend WWII veteran's funeral
Veterans service officer Terrance O'Keefe put out a call from Massachusetts for a World War II veteran who needed a proper hero's send-off. When he arrived at the funeral, a line was already out the church door.
Ebola death toll climbs in Congo as new infections confirmed in Uganda
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
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Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
1,500 strangers attend WWII veteran's funeral
Veterans service officer Terrance O'Keefe put out a call from Massachusetts for a World War II veteran who needed a proper hero's send-off. When he arrived at the funeral, a line was already out the church door.
Residents near California chemical tank forced to flee: "You're freaking out"
Emergency crews raced overnight to prevent a tank holding a volatile industrial chemical from exploding at an aerospace facility in Southern California.
Buying a car? Here are some tips to save money.
Here are the financial considerations to make when shopping for a new vehicle amid high car prices.
Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
MoneyWatch
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Buying a car? Here are some tips to save money.
Here are the financial considerations to make when shopping for a new vehicle amid high car prices.
What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
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Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
AG requests to resume ballroom construction, citing latest shooting
Attorney General Todd Blanche said the ballroom is "being constructed for the physical safety and security of all Presidents, their families, staff, Foreign Dignitaries, and guests."
DOJ says it scrubbed news releases about Jan. 6 criminal cases from its website
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
N.J. governor requests access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
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Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
World
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Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Here's what the draft memo for a proposed deal with Iran includes
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
Land where notorious cartel leader was killed is being auctioned
The Mexican government announced the auction of a plot of land within the country club where drug kingpin "El Mencho" died during a clash with the army in February.
Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave five days ago searching for gold and were trapped inside after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
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American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Extended interview: Patti LaBelle
It's been some 50 years since Patti LaBelle first sang her hit song "Lady Marmalade." As she marks her 82nd birthday, LaBelle talks to correspondent Tracy Smith about her career and what's next.
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Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Concours d'LeMons, Iranian propaganda, Patti LaBelle.
Patti LaBelle on being called a legend: "I have earned it"
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
The legendary Patti LaBelle
Legendary singer Patti LaBelle has been performing for six decades. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with LaBelle at her hometown of Philadelphia as she marks her 82nd birthday.
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Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
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.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Latest on shooting near White House
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Husband convicted of hiring hitman to kill NYC art dealer in Brazil
Daniel Sikkema faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. Brent Sikkema was stabbed to death in his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in 2024.
New details on Saturday's White House shooting
The alleged gunman in Saturday's shooting at the White House had tried to gain access to the White House last year. Natalie Brand reports.
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China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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The history of Memorial Day
In celebrations throughout the country, communities honored the lives of fallen U.S. service members. Jericka Duncan takes a look at the history of Memorial Day.
Remembering Paul Douglas and James Brolan
On this Memorial Day, we remember CBS News cameraman Paul Douglas and soundman James Brolan, who were killed 20 years ago by a car bomb in Iraq.
Inside the U.S. military's war games using AI
The U.S. military has been using artificial intelligence to process battlefield intelligence in real time. Chris Livesay observes a U.S. military training exercise in Morocco that's being shaped by AI.
High gas prices, storms hamper Memorial Day
Millions of drivers hit the road for a record-breaking Memorial Day travel weekend despite high gas prices. Meanwhile, three days of relentless rain in the northeast U.S. hampered travel plans. Skyler Henry has more.
Shooting near White House raises concerns
Saturday's shooting near the White House has raised security concerns ahead of summer celebrations to mark America's 250th birthday. The shooter, who was killed after opening fire on a Secret Service checkpoint, had previously blocked a White House entry lane last June, court records show. Nicole Sganga reports.