Biden considering pardons for Trump critics

CBS News has learned President Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons for some of President-elect Donald Trump's biggest critics. Among the names being floated are Dr. Anthony Fauci, who served as the top science adviser during the height of COVID-19, California Democratic Senator-elect Adam Schiff, who led the first impeachment effort against Trump, and former Congresswoman Liz Cheney, who was part of the House committee that investigated the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.

• Dec 6, 2024
• 2:08

Biden participated in his final White House Christmas tree lighting of presidency

First lady Jill Biden unveiled the White House decorations earlier in the week, with the theme of "A Season of Peace and Light."

• Dec 5, 2024

When should consumers buy electric cars?

President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.

• Dec 5, 2024
• 4:55

Biden holds his final White House tree lighting

President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday took part in the final Christmas tree lighting ceremony of their term. The event included performances from James Taylor and Trisha Yearwood.

• Dec 5, 2024
• 0:28

Biden facing calls to issue more pardons

President Biden is facing growing calls to issue more pardons following his controversial decision to grant one to his son Hunter. House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries is one of many making the demand. Jasmine Wright, politics reporter for NOTUS, joins "America Decides" with the details.

• Dec 5, 2024
• 4:40

U.S. government to close Dublin women's prison after years of abuse

The federal Bureau of Prisons is permanently closing the notorious "rape club" women's prison in Dublin and will idle six facilities in a sweeping realignment after years of abuse, decay and mismanagement.

• Dec 5, 2024

Trump to nominate Paul Atkins, a cryptocurrency advocate, for SEC chair

President-elect Donald Trump says he intends to nominate Paul Atkins, the CEO of Patomak Partners and a former SEC commissioner, to head the Securities and Exchange Commission.

• Dec 4, 2024

Biden heading back to U.S. after Angola trip

President Biden has wrapped up his historic trip to Angola after touring a port on Wednesday where the U.S. has invested billions. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.

• Dec 4, 2024
• 3:32

Hunter Biden's federal gun case dismissed after being pardoned by his father

Hunter Biden could have faced up to 25 years in prison, though as a first-time offender he likely would have gotten far less time or avoided prison entirely.

• Dec 3, 2024

South Korean president lifts martial law

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol lifted his martial law order just hours after he announced that the country would be subject to military rule. The country's parliament voted to reject the president's initial declaration. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd breaks it down.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 2:58

Secret Service agent fires at suspects

A Secret Service agent opened fire after spotting suspects who were seemingly attempting to break into cars near the home of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Tuesday morning. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 3:39

Trump says he'll block U.S. Steel acquisition

President-elect Donald Trump said he would block the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel by the Japanese company Nippon Steel. President Biden is yet to decide on the sale that has faced bipartisan pushback since the $15 billion deal was announced. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 3:13

Ex-congressmen on fight to confirm Trump picks

Now that President-elect Donald Trump has named most of his top Cabinet roles, how likely will they get through the confirmation process? Former Republican Rep. Fred Upton of Michigan and former Democratic Rep. Mondaire Jones of New York join "America Decides" to weigh in.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 9:12

House Democrats push for youth in top posts

Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland is challenging Rep. Jerry Nadler of New York to be the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee. Is this race the beginning of a new generation of Democratic leadership? CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 3:04

Biden not answering Hunter pardon questions

It's been two days since President Biden announced his decision to pardon his son Hunter, and the elder Biden has still not answered questions about the move. President-elect Donald Trump's attorneys cited the controversial pardon in a motion made public Tuesday to dismiss his criminal New York "hush money" case. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 4:23

More on Biden's pardon decision reversal

President Biden did not offer more details on his reversal regarding a pardon for his son Hunter Biden. Zeke Miller, the chief White House correspondent for the Associated Press, joins CBS News with more on Mr. Biden as his Africa trip continues.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 5:44

White House on South Korea martial law

A National Security Council spokesperson is expressing serious concerns over South Korea's president declaring martial law. This comes after President Yoon Suk Yeol accused the opposition party ruling the country's parliament of sympathizing with communist North Korea. CBS News' Willie James Inman, who is traveling with Mr. Biden in Angola, has the latest.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 7:59

Watch: Biden speaks in Angola

President Biden delivered remarks Tuesday at the National Museum of Slavery in Angola's capital, part of a trip that has seen Mr. Biden become the first sitting U.S. president to visit the Sub-Saharan African nation. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman followed the president's speech with context and analysis.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 23:24

Hegseth passing on meetings with moderates

President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet choices have been making the rounds on Capitol Hill to meet with the senators who will vote for their confirmation, but defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth has so far kept his meetings to those who have been firm in their support of Trump. Hegseth is facing renewed allegations of misconduct from when he was part of a veterans charity in 2016. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on that and talks over federal disaster relief funds.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 3:05

Biden to deliver remarks in Angola

President Biden will deliver remarks Tuesday at Angola's National Museum of Slavery in the nation's capital. Mr. Biden is the first sitting U.S. president to visit Angola and the first president to visit Sub-Saharan Africa since 2015. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has a preview of the president's address.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 4:00

Fallout from Hunter Biden pardon

Some Democrats are criticizing President Biden's decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden, in fears that it could undermine trust in the court system. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 2:28

Biden not answering questions about pardon

The fallout from President Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter, has followed the president on his trip to Angola where he's been peppered with questions about the move. Mr. Biden had previously said several times he wouldn't issue a pardon for his son, who was convicted of federal gun and drug charges and pleaded guilty to tax charges in California, but changed course last weekend. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.

• Dec 3, 2024
• 4:15

Examining the history of presidential pardons

President Biden granted his son Hunter a "full and unconditional pardon" Sunday after the younger Biden was convicted in two separate criminal cases earlier this year. Lindsay Chervinsky, executive director of the George Washington Presidential Library, joins CBS News to discuss the history and constitutionality of presidential pardons.

• Dec 2, 2024
• 3:37

Biden claims Hunter charges were political

There's growing fallout from President Biden's decision to grant a "full and unconditional pardon" to his son, Hunter Biden, just weeks before he was due to be sentenced on federal gun and tax convictions. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins with analysis. Then, CBS News reporter Olivia Rinaldi joins with the latest on President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.

• Dec 2, 2024
• 9:08

What is a presidential pardon?

Presidents are granted the authority to issue pardons under Article II, Section 2 of the Constitution.

• Dec 2, 2024

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