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Build Back Better would have muted impact on inflation: report
Investing more in childcare, education and worker training could also boost the job market, Wall Street adviser says.
The impact of Biden's agenda on inflation
Some economists say fears about the impact president Biden's economic agenda could have on inflation are overblown. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN to discuss more.
Biden to tout infrastructure law in Detroit
President Biden is visiting an electric vehicle plant in Detroit on Wednesday as he promotes his newly passed infrastructure law. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Biden touts infrastructure deal in New Hampshire
President Biden hit the road on Tuesday to promote his signature infrastructure deal, one day after after signing it into law. The president visited New Hampshire, where he discussed how the $1.2 trillion plan will help repair aging and damaged roads and bridges. Jeff Mason, a White House correspondent for Reuters, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Biden talks infrastructure bill in New Hampshire
President Biden visited an aging bridge in New Hampshire that will get repaired under the new infrastructure bill. Now, Democrats are trying to move forward with passing a major social and climate spending package. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, Wall Street Journal political reporter Eliza Collins and Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Biden talks infrastructure in New Hampshire
President Biden on Tuesday visited Woodstock, New Hampshire, to speak about the benefits of the bipartisan infrastructure bill, which he signed into law on Monday. "My message to the people in New Hampshire is simple, it's this: because of this delegation, New Hampshire and America are moving again," Mr. Biden said. Watch his speech.
Biden talks infrastructure in New Hampshire
President Biden promoted the infrastructure bill in New Hampshire, saying the bipartisan agreement he just signed will bring economic benefits across the country. He's also hoping for another legislative victory as House Democrats prepare to vote on his social and climate spending package in the coming days. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Alex Gangitano, White House correspondent for The Hill, joined CBSN to discuss.
Biden's virtual meeting with China's Xi Jinping
President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a virtual summit Monday night. The talks came just hours after Mr. Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
Biden signs infrastructure bill
President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure bill into law at a White House ceremony. Now Congress faces additional deadlines before the end of the year. CBS News' Skyler Henry, NPR White House correspondent Tamara Keith and Politico Playbook author Tara Palmeri join CBSN "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Biden to meet with China's Xi Jinping
President Biden is holding a virtual bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. CBS News political analyst John Dickerson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the meeting, plus the charges against Steve Bannon, and Mr. Biden's newly signed infrastructure bill.
Biden signs $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law
President Biden signed the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill into law on Monday, hailing its passage as a bipartisan breakthrough that shows that "America is moving again." The new law provides hundreds of billions of dollars to revamp the nation's roads, bridges, waterways, public transit and broadband infrastructure. Watch his remarks in this CBS News Special Report.
Biden to sign infrastructure bill today
President Biden will hold a White House ceremony to sign the bipartisan infrastructure bill into law today. Meanwhile, Speaker Nancy Pelosi is signaling that the House could vote on the Build Back Better plan sometime this week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest on that plus Mr. Biden's virtual meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
Janet Yellen on U.S. labor shortages
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen spoke exclusively with "Face the Nation" about the increasing labor shortages, and said many of the issues are because of the ongoing COVID-19 health crisis. Moderator Margaret Brennan joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that interview and more.
Supply chain concerns ahead of holidays
The Biden administration says it's taking urgent steps to address supply chain congestion that's impacting the U.S. economy. Mike Pyle, chief economic adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris, spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the issue.
Biden honors troops on Veterans Day
President Biden is paying his respects on Veterans Day, attending the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on the president's day, his plans for signing the bipartisan infrastructure bill, and what lies ahead for his Build Back Better agenda.
Biden looks to tackle supply chain backlog
President Biden visited the Port of Baltimore to explain how his infrastructure plan can fix supply chain issues. Weijia Jiang has more.
Biden touts infrastructure bill at Port of Baltimore
During a trip to the Port of Baltimore, President Biden said his recently passed physical infrastructure bill will help untangle the U.S. supply chain and drop consumer prices. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang explains how portions of the bill will help the country's ports, then joins CBSN anchor Lana Zak to discuss how the president thinks the bill will bring down inflation.
Biden's agenda is more popular than he is
Surveys show President Biden's infrastructure, social and climate spending plans are more popular than the president himself. Plus, the White House addresses inflation head-on. Washington Examiner political and investigative reporter Sarah Westwood and Wall Street Journal White House reporter Catherine Lucey join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more.
Democrats promoting infrastructure bill
President Biden is hitting the road again this week, promoting the newly passed infrastructure bill. Democrats are trying to leverage the legislative success ahead of next year's midterms, but debate about the past election continues to shape discourse on Capitol Hill. Natalie Jennings, a deputy Washington editor for the Washington Post, and David Siders, a national political correspondent for Politico, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more.
Biden touts benefits of infrastructure deal
President Biden travels to Baltimore on Wednesday to promote the newly passed bipartisan infrastructure bill. He will deliver remarks at the city's ports as supply chain issues persist around the country. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
White House economic adviser on infrastructure
The Biden administration is counting on infrastructure dollars to ease some of the bottlenecks at the country's ports and expand broadband to all Americans. But initiatives rolled out Tuesday will likely take time to implement. Jared Bernstein, a memeber of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, joined CBSN to discuss what is coming from the bipartisan infrastructure plan.
GOP lawmaker threatened after infrastructure vote
A threatening phone call made to Republican Congressman Fred Upton is raising new concerns about the safety of members of Congress. Nikole Killion has the latest.
White House celebrates infrastructure passage
The $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill passed by the House on Friday night now awaits President Biden's signature. Meanwhile, Democrats continue to negotiate over the massive social spending bill. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
Biden to sign infrastructure bill
President Biden is expected to sign the infrastructure bill that Congress passed Friday. Now, Democrats turn to focus on passing the social spending bill. CBS News' Natalie Brand joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could happen soon amid talks
The president told reporters an announcement on the strait could happen soon, following talks between Iran and Oman.
Investigation
Company's safety record raises questions after massive L.A. warehouse fire
The massive food warehouse fire in Los Angeles in June followed a long run of fires at properties tied to one of the world's largest cold storage companies, a CBS News investigation has found.
At least 12 states report cyberattacks on water systems possibly linked to Iran
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
FAA probing Marine One safety incident around National Airport
When the helicopter that transports President Trump crosses the Potomac, Reagan Washington National Airport is required to impose a ground stop on air traffic.
Qdoba removes jalapeños as salmonella outbreak spreads to 27 states
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Progressive Abdul El-Sayed projected to win Michigan Democratic Senate primary
Former state health official Abdul El-Sayed faced Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan in a closely watched contest that represented the latest test of the party's divisions.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce now linked to 15 states, CDC says
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
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Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed: "Major step forward"
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
More rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas as relocation effort continues
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce now linked to 15 states, CDC says
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
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Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Some Gen Zers swap smartphones for "dumb" phones in a bid to unplug
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
Why SpaceX stock is falling despite strong revenue growth
Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.
Disney partners with TikTok to offer creator content on its app
Disney and TikTok are teaming up to let users create short-form videos that draw on the entertainment giant's large stable of movies and TV shows.
Politics
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House candidate wins primary despite ending campaign, beating Trump endorsee
Thomas Smith won Michigan's 8th District GOP primary on Tuesday — even though he had suspended his campaign in mid-July. Even more surprisingly: He defeated a Trump-endorsed candidate.
FAA probing Marine One safety incident around National Airport
When the helicopter that transports President Trump crosses the Potomac, Reagan Washington National Airport is required to impose a ground stop on air traffic.
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
$25 million reward offered for U.S.-born leader of powerful cartel
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
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Senator pushes DoD to release probe of Iranian attack that killed 6 U.S. troops
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
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FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Toddler twins reunited after cancer treatment
A video showing 3-year-old twins Millie and Maverick reuniting after one of them had to undergo cancer treatment hours away from their home has gone viral. Matt Gutman reports.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce now linked to 15 states, CDC says
Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states total this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could be linked to a common contaminated source.
Qdoba removes jalapeños as salmonella outbreak spreads to 27 states
At least 345 people — the majority in Colorado and Minnesota — have been sickened by a salmonella outbreak, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
As FDA approves marketing for nicotine pouches, some doctors sound alarms
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
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More rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas as relocation effort continues
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
$25 million reward offered for U.S.-born leader of powerful cartel
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
Baby "cocaine hippo" linked to infamous drug lord is rescued in Colombia
Colombia has around 200 so-called "cocaine hippos" living in the wild, all of which descended from a colony brought to South America by slain cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar.
Record-low Danube River levels threaten shutdown of Hungary's nuclear plant
Three of four units of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant were not in operation and the fourth was operating at about 50%, as of Wednesday morning.
Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion
Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
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Inside the risky business of Broadway musicals
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
Aaron Pierre talks new series, "Lanterns"
Actor Aaron Pierre is starring as John Stewart in the new series "Lanterns." He tells "CBS Mornings" why this character is special to him, what it's like to join the DC Universe and how he managed undergoing surgery during the audition process.
Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
Ariana Grande on her plans to take break
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Jordan Roth talks "The Shards"
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
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Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
AI models are behaving unexpectedly. Experts warn of a "bumpy road" ahead.
AI models are engaging in unauthorized actions — in the most recent case, creating fake identities and attempting to persuade real people to approve malicious code.
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.
At least 12 states report cyberattacks on water systems possibly linked to Iran
Cyberattacks on U.S. water systems that officials suspect may be linked to Iran-backed hackers have been reported in at least a dozen states, sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Anthropic AI created fake profiles in hack
Two of the most powerful artificial intelligence agents created fake human profiles to try to trick people in attempted cyberattacks. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed: "Major step forward"
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
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Questions about company in L.A. warehouse fire
Matt Gutman investigates Lineage Logistics, the company involved in the Los Angeles warehouse fire that left tens of millions of pounds of meat to rot, forcing a whole community to face foul odors and other health hazards.
Details on man arrested near Trump golf club
A man arrested outside President Trump's golf club in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, was already under investigation for robbery. Nikole Killion has the details.
New Mexico AG on suing DOJ over Epstein files
New Mexico is suing the Trump administration for access to files related to Jeffrey Epstein as it investigates the convicted sex offender's Zorro Ranch property. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Water system cyberattacks spread to more states
Several states are experiencing cyberattacks on their water systems after Minnesota reported at attack last week. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the latest.
Latest details from Lindsay Clancy trial
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy wrapped its seventh day on Wednesday. Clancy has admitted to killing her three children, but her defense says she was experiencing an extreme mental health crisis at the time of their deaths. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed: "Major step forward"
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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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.
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.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Ex-Sanders campaign adviser on El-Sayed's win
Abdul El-Sayed has defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, CBS News projects. Corbin Trent, former national coordinator for the Bernie Sanders campaign, joins with analysis.
Former Defense Sec. Chuck Hagel on Iran war
Former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel served from 2013 to 2015 in the Obama administration. He joins CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the Iran war as congressional lawmakers ask for more transparency and information about the conflict.
LIV Golf secures "lead investor" for 2027 season
The CEO of LIV Golf announced an investor agreement that he claims will allow the league to continue. The Athletic staff writer Gabby Herzig joins CBS News to discuss.
Inside the risky business of Broadway musicals
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
Unnerving report about AI deception
The United Kingdom's AI Security Institute reports that models from Anthropic and OpenAI "engaged in sustained, potentially harmful activity directed at real people and organizations" when they created fake identities in a deception attempt during a recent cybersecurity test. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.