Biden dismisses GOP infrastructure counteroffer as falling short of his goals
The White House said the latest GOP offer does not meet President Biden's "objectives to grow the economy, tackle the climate crisis, and create new jobs."
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Biden rejects GOP's $50 billion infrastructure offer
President Biden dismissed Republicans' latest offer for infrastructure plans. The president spoke with West Virginia Senator Shelley Moore Capito about the deal Friday. She offered an additional $50 billion for the plan. However, the White House and Senate Republicans are still miles apart on negotiations. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini is at the White House with more, and CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joins from Washington with the latest on the negotiations.
Delta flight lands safely after onboard incident
The FBI responded Friday after a Delta flight from Los Angeles to Nashville was diverted to Albuquerque after a passenger approached the cabin in a way that forced flight attendants to act. Delta said Flight 386 landed in Albuquerque without incident and the passenger was removed by law enforcement.
House Democrats announce infrastructure bill amid Biden negotiations
House Democrats unveiled a $547 billion surface transportation bill that addresses priorities in Biden's American Jobs Plan.
Biden works to get a deal on infrastructure
President Biden will meet on Friday with Republican Senator Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia to continue negotiations over infrastructure. On Wednesday, Mr. Biden offered key concessions. Weijia Jiang has the details on the latest White House offer.
Biden emphasizes taxes on richest companies to fund infrastructure
Biden highlighted plans to set a floor for the corporate taxation in a meeting with GOP Senator Shelley Moore Capito Wednesday.
Cyberattacks hit U.S. infrastructure
As CBS News' Jeff Pegues reports, the White House is urging companies to take preventative measures against ransomware attacks following a wave of cyber crimes targeting U.S. infrastructure. Then, Gordon Bitko, senior vice president of policy at the Information Technology Industry Council, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his analysis.
Biden offers new incentives for COVID vaccine
President Biden is hoping to raise COVID-19 vaccination rates with new incentives like free beer, child care and tickets for sporting events for people who get the shot. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with the latest details.
Biden lowers infrastructure proposal price tag
President Biden has made a new offer as he tries to negotiate an infrastructure deal with Republicans. Will it be enough to reach a deal? Nancy Cordes takes a look.
White House rolls out incentives to increase vaccinations
President Biden announced a list of incentives Wednesday to encourage Americans to get their coronavirus shots in an attempt to meet his goal of having 70% of U.S. adults partially vaccinated by July 4. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden meets with key GOP senator for infrastructure talks
A group of Republican senators led by Capito introduced a counteroffer on infrastructure last week.
White House responds to JBS cyberattack
U.S. officials believe Russian hackers targeted JBS, the world's largest meatpacking company. This comes just weeks before President Biden's planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with the latest developments plus new details on congressional infrastructure talks.
Biden to talk infrastructure with GOP senator
President Biden meets today with Senator Shelley Moore Capito, a Republican from West Virginia, to discuss efforts to reach a bipartisan infrastructure deal. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins "CBSN AM" to discuss this plus the fight over voting rights and oil drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Biden honors victims of Tulsa Race Massacre
President Biden on Tuesday traveled to Oklahoma to mark 100 years since the Tulsa Race Massacre. CBS News political contributor and Washington Post White House reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss new initiatives the president proposed during his trip and the rest of the day's top political headlines.
Biden expected to take on racial inequality
President Biden is heading to Oklahoma to mark 100 years since the horrific Tulsa Race Massacre, which is considered one of the worst displays of racist violence in American history. He's expected to unveil a series of new measures aimed at helping communities of color across the U.S., especially when it comes to housing and economic policies. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports from Tulsa, and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN with the latest developments.
Texas Democrats stall voting restrictions bill
Texas Democrats have temporarily blocked Republicans' new voting restrictions bill late Sunday when they walked off the House floor to prevent a vote. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN's Nancy Chen with details on what's in the bill.
Biden pushes police reform, infrastructure
President Biden is set to miss his self-imposed deadline of getting a police reform bill passed by the anniversary of George Floyds death, May 25. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about what comes next in negotiations on that plus his infrastructure plan.
White House to propose $6 trillion budget
President Biden touted the country's economic growth during a speech in Cleveland, Ohio on Thursday. He's set to propose a $6 trillion dollar budget proposal for 2022 on Friday. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin-Huey Burns, Politico White House correspondent Natasha Korecki, and Axios congressional reporter Alayna Treene join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on that plus the latest on infrastructure negotiations, and the Senate battle over the January 6 commission.
Russian hackers blamed for new cyberattack
Microsoft says a group of Russian-backed hackers launched another cyberattack on U.S. government and foreign agencies, though Russia has denied involvement. CBS News political contributor and Washington Post White House reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the hack and more.
Biden orders intel report on COVID-19 origin
President Joe Biden is ordering U.S. intelligence officials to "redouble" efforts to investigate the origins of COVID-19, after a new report sparked questions about whether the virus could have originated in a Wuhan, China lab accident. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss.
Biden asks intel community to probe COVID origins
President Biden said he is asking U.S. intelligence agencies to increase their efforts to investigate the origins of COVID-19. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's top political headlines.
GOP's infrastructure counteroffer
Republican senators are expected to make a counteroffer to the White House on infrastructure with a proposal worth nearly $1 trillion. That's less than half of what President Biden originally proposed and the lowest figure Republicans say he told them he would support. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller, and Washington Post deputy Washington editor Natalie Jennings join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on those negotiations. They also discuss President Biden's push for a deeper probe into the origins of the coronavirus, and the prospects of a bipartisan commission to examine the Capitol riot.
GOP senators to propose infrastructure counteroffer near $1 trillion
Senator Shelley Moore Capito said that GOP senators would deliver a counteroffer Thursday to President Biden's latest proposal.
GOP prepares counteroffer on infrastructure
Vice President Kamala Harris meets Wednesday with lawmakers from both parties to discuss investing in broadband infrastructure. Republicans, meanwhile, are gearing up to present a counterproposal to the president's infrastructure package. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with that and more.
Biden to meet with Floyd family
President Biden will meet with members of George Floyd's family Tuesday, one year after his death. The meeting comes as members of Congress struggle to agree on a police reform bill. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss that and other issues on Mr. Biden's agenda.
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Capitol riot.
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro on murder charges for downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996.
Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
Ex-prosecutor allegedly stole secret report on Trump, named file "Bundt Cake Recipe"
A former federal prosecutor was charged this week with emailing herself a report on the Justice Department's investigation into President Trump that a judge had kept under lock and key, under the file name "Bundt_Cake_Recipe.pdf."
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
Vanessa Trump announces breast cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump, 48, was married to Donald Trump Jr. for 12 years. They share five children together.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy takes digs at Trump, urging renewed unity in politics
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
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SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
What sagging bond prices are telling us about the U.S. economy
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
Summer travelers face "vacation inflation" as airfare, gas prices rise
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
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State Democratic Party censures governor after he commutes Tina Peters' sentence
The central committee of the Colorado Democratic Party on Wednesday voted 89.8% in favor of a measure to censure Gov. Jared Polis.
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy takes digs at Trump, urging renewed unity in politics
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
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Vanessa Trump announces cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
Noah Wyle's push to help healthcare workers
Noah Wyle, who stars in HBO's "The Pitt," joins "CBS Mornings" with Dr. Elisabeth Potter to discuss their push to improve mental health and quality of life for healthcare workers.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
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Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
U.S. intel community analyzing how Cuba might respond to military action
These kinds of intelligence forecasts attempt not only to show the immediate consequences of an American action, but the chain of reactions that may follow.
Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
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Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
From 1993: Letterman on "The Late Show" launch
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
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What Nvidia's Q1 earnings say about AI race
Cementing its status as the world's most valuable company, Nvidia reported record revenue in its latest earnings report. Britney Nguyen, Nvidia and chips reporter at MarketWatch, joins with analysis.
Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
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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.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
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Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
TikTok star accused of murder-for-hire plot
A social media influencer and her father are accused of plotting to kill her famous singer ex, amid a bitter years-long custody dispute, court documents show. Jonathan Vigliotti is following the case.
Watch: Blanche announces Raúl Castro indictment
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Man jailed over Kirk post wins settlement
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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New version of Starship rocket ready for critical test flight
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
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.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
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Why Harvard is limiting number of "A" grades
In a historic move, Harvard University faculty members have voted to limit the number of "A" grades given to undergraduates to curb rising grade inflation. Axios Boston reporter Mike Deehan joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Target Q1 earnings beat expectations
Home Depot, Target, Lowes and TJ Maxx all beat expectations with their first quarter earnings and revenue reported on Wednesday. Target had their strongest gains in years. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Raúl Castro indictment's significance
President Trump said he does not think there will be any additional escalation following the Justice Department's indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano breaks down the situation.
Jan. 6 officers suing to block Trump fund
Metropolitan Police officer Daniel Hodges is one of two law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riots and is suing to block the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion so-called "anti-weaponization" fund. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss why.
5/20: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Breaking down Tuesday's primaries as another Republican who broke with Trump falters; U.S. indicts Raúl Castro.