Fact check: Joe Biden's State of the Union address
He has focused on Russia's invasion of Ukraine and has also addressed inflation in his first State of Union address.
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GOP response to State of the Union
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivered the Republican response to President Biden's State of the Union address. In her speech, she highlighted concerns about inflation and education policies. Watch her full remarks here.
Romney discusses the escalating war in Ukraine
From the war in Ukraine to Vladimir Putin's mental state, Senator Mitt Romney sits down with Norah O'Donnell ahead of President Biden's State of the Union address.
Biden uses State of the Union to push "unity agenda"
The president emphasized what unites the country while trying to reassure Americans worried about the Ukraine crisis, inflation and gas prices that "we are going to be OK."
Biden outlines plan to fight inflation
As inflation rates continue to rise, President Biden reiterated that his administration has a plan to address the issue. He said he will "lower your costs, not your wages." Watch this portion of his State of the Union address.
Biden offers "Unity Agenda" for the U.S.
President Biden offered a "Unity Agenda" during his State of the Union address, highlighting issues that cross partisan lines such as supporting mental health, helping veterans, beating the opioid epidemic and developing cures for cancer. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
Biden discusses gun violence, police funding
In his State of the Union address, President Biden spoke about the need to support police departments as well as hold them accountable. "The answer is to fund the police with the resources and training they need to protect our communities," he said. Mr. Biden also called on Congress to increase gun regulations. Watch that portion of his remarks here.
Biden to close U.S. airspace to Russian aircraft
In his State of the Union address, President Biden said that Russian President Vladimir Putin did not expect the West and NATO to unify against his actions in Ukraine. He then announced that the U.S. will close its airspace to Russian aircraft and join other countries to release millions of gallons of oil from reserves across the world. Watch his full remarks on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Gina Raimondo selected as State of the Union designated survivor
The "designated survivor" is an official who is chosen to not attend the State of the Union so that they are able to take over the government if catastrophe strikes.
Biden's State of the Union address will focus on Ukraine, U.S. economy
Russia's invasion of Ukraine is expected to be a big issue Tuesday night during President Biden's State of the Union address.
White House previews Biden's economic message ahead of State of the Union
President Biden will reintroduce pieces of his domestic policy agenda when he addresses Congress during his State of the Union speech.
White House gears up for State of the Union
President Joe Biden is expected to hold a major phone call with allies Monday morning. The president is returning to Washington after meeting with his national security team in Wilmington, Delaware over the weekend. Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS News Mornings" with what we can expect from the White House in the week ahead.
U.S., Western allies impose sanctions on Russia
The United States, along with many Western allies, has announced a series of sanctions against Vladimir Putin and Russia over the invasion of Ukraine. Most Democratic and Republican lawmakers support steps taken so far, but some say President Biden should go even further Ed O'Keefe reports.
Russia takes aim at Kyiv
Russia has launched coordinated artillery and missile attacks in Ukraine, taking aim at key sites like Kyiv in its boldest offensive yet. Holly Williams reports.
Cyberthreats rise after Russian invasion
A Russian cybercrime group is threatening to attack anyone opposing Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Conti announced on its web page that it would retaliate against Russia's opponents. Chris Krebs, the former director of the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins “CBS Saturday Morning” to discuss the threat and what it could mean for the United States.
People in Kyiv take cover as Russia attacks
Ukrainian officials are warning that Russia's military is approaching its capital city Kyiv. Russian forces launched missile strikes early Friday, hitting residential areas. CBS News correspondent Bradley Blackburn joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Ketanji Brown Jackson is Supreme Court nominee frontrunner
President Biden has made his selection to replace Justice Stephen Breyer on the high court and is likely to announce her nomination Friday.
Russian cyberattacks on Ukraine continue
The White House denies that President Biden is weighing cyberattacks against Russia. It comes as cyberattacks on Ukrainian government and banking websites continue, and the U.S. and Ukraine remain firm that Russia is responsible. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson discusses the latest on the cyber front.
Retired brigadier general on Russian invasion
Ukraine, the U.S. and NATO allies are preparing for further Russian aggression in Ukraine. Retired Brigadier General Peter Zwack joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Omar Villafranca to discuss the ongoing crisis.
Sanctioning Russia over Ukraine invasion
As President Biden vows more sanctions on Russia to deter its attacks on Ukraine, there are lessons to be learned from Moscow's annexation of Crimea in 2014. Edward Fishman, a former State Department staff member and adjunct fellow at The Center for a New American Security, joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Omar VIllafranca to discuss.
World leaders react to Russia's attack
World leaders are urging Russia to pull back troops and halt its military operation against Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Omar Villafranca with more.
Biden's first Russia sanctions invite calls for more aggressive measures
"If you look at where the U.S. is on the sanctions escalation ladder, it's on rung three of 10 right now," said Chris Miller, co-director of the Russia and Eurasia Program at Tufts University.
What do Biden's sanctions against Russia mean?
President Biden has issued several sanctions against Russia after President Vladimir Putin recognized two Ukrainian separatist territories and began mobilizing troops. Some lawmakers think the U.S. needs to be tougher in their response. Marshall Billingslea, former assistant secretary to the Treasury Department and lead negotiator on Russian arms control under former President Trump, joined CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss.
China accuses U.S. of "creating panic" over Russia-Ukraine crisis
Beijing suggests the Biden administration is "adding fuel to the fire while blaming others," which it considers "irresponsible and immoral."
Biden has interviewed his top three Supreme Court candidates
He is expected to announce his nominee by the end of February.
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina formally announced their support on Monday for Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Fast-moving wildfires in Spokane area destroy hundreds of homes
Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown called the wildfires burning through the area the "worst natural disaster our region has faced."
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting suspect identified after 3 killed, 7 wounded
The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
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Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
What to watch for in SpaceX's first public earnings report this week
SpaceX will release its first earnings report as a public company on Tuesday in a key test for the company's stuttering stock price.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
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What to watch for in SpaceX's first public earnings report this week
SpaceX will release its first earnings report as a public company on Tuesday in a key test for the company's stuttering stock price.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
Federal workers sour on government work, decrying eroding job security
Nearly two-thirds of current and retired U.S. government workers said they wouldn't re-enter public service, according to a recent survey.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
Flights canceled as WestJet flight attendants strike over pay dispute
WestJet canceled more than 300 flights as of early Sunday, snarling travel plans in Canada in the middle of a three-day weekend.
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Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool case
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
House Ethics recommends censure for GOP lawmaker in sexual harassment probe
The House Ethics Committee released a report detailing the findings of an investigation into GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards, concluding that there is "substantial reason to believe" he violated House rules.
Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina formally announced their support on Monday for Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general.
Senate pushes ahead with plan to fund government through midterms
The Senate is moving ahead with a plan to keep the government funded and avoid another shutdown before the midterm elections.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
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Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
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Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
People with disabilities fear service cuts as DOJ questions legal protections
The Department of Justice in June issued a legal opinion saying states aren't required to provide services that help people with disabilities remain in their homes.
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Funeral held for family "wiped off the map" in Russian strike
At least two adults and four children were killed in the strike but the death toll could be higher as all the remains have not yet been formally identified.
Human remains exhumed at WWII massacre site in Ukraine
It is believed that 30 to 40% of the 50 remains so far discovered at the site were children.
Morocco blames Ceuta border surge on misleading info spread online
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
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Why the 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
Paul W. Downs on historic "Hacks" Emmy run
Actor Paul W. Downs talks with "CBS Mornings" about the final season of "Hacks" and reveals if there could be a spinoff of the popular series. Downs also describes what it was like to tell his co-star Meg Stalter that she was nominated for an Emmy Award.
Controversy surrounding the next Met Gala
The 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy for its plan to feature John Galliano, who is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs. Galliano's legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments, which he has since apologized for. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Galliano's work, legacy and the Met Gala's controversial decision.
Ariana Grande pulls out of musical over "endless, ongoing public scrutiny"
Ariana Grande had been due to star alongside her "Wicked" co-star Jonathan Bailey in a production of "Sunday in the Park with George" in 2027.
Zac Brown Band surprises 37,000 Fenway Park concert fans with free cruises
Zac Brown Band celebrated their 15th straight sold-out concert at Fenway Park in Boston by giving everyone a free vacation on a cruise ship.
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U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
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.
CEO of AI firm Hugging Face on OpenAI hack
ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed that its technology hacked into another AI company on its own during internal testing. Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, whose company was hacked, described the "very weird and unprecedented" incident in an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" -- and offered suggestions on how future incidents could be prevented.
Resistance grows nationwide against AI data center boom
To fuel their artificial intelligence initiatives, tech companies are building massive numbers of AI data centers, with more than 4,000 in operation across the country. But some communities, wary of the environmental and financial implications of such facilities in their backyards, are fighting back. "Sunday Morning" national correspondent Robert Costa examines the drive to construct AI data centers, and the debate between opponents and AI advocates. (Originally broadcast April 12, 2026.)
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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.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
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Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Deadly shooting at Idaho In-N-Out
Officials say three people were killed and seven were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out in Idaho over the weekend. Officials believe the shooter acted alone and are investigating possible motives. Lilia Luciano reports.
Nancy Guthrie case is "active," sheriff says
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is still "very active," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said after two ransom notes were released. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
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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.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
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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.
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Spain to put containment fence around Ceuta
Spain says it will build a 1,600-foot containment fence around its enclave of Ceuta after thousands of migrants rushed its border with Morocco last week. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.
El-Sayed on who belongs in Democratic Party
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Takeaways from Trump's Oval Office presser
President Trump took reporter questions on the Iran war, the renovation of the reflecting pool in Washington, D.C., and more on Monday. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser and Natalie Brand share their biggest takeaways.
Watch: Trump takes questions on Iran, more
President Trump took reporter questions on topics ranging from the war with Iran to immigration and energy prices in the Oval Office on Monday. Following his remarks, CBS News' Natalie Brand added further context.
ICE sets new Trump-era detention record
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detentions reached a record high in July for President Trump's second term, internal data shows. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the latest.