Biden denounces Trump's "web of lies" while Congress marks one year since January 6 attack
The president warned that democracy is at risk, asking, "Are we going to be a nation that lives not by the light of the truth but in the shadow of lies?"
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Biden marks one year since January 6 riot
President Biden marked one year since the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol with a speech largely condemning former President Trump. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more on the speech. Then Rhonda Colvin, Capitol Hill reporter for The Washington Post, and CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave join CBSN to share their personal accounts of the deadly attack.
Special Report: Biden marks January 6
In a speech at the U.S. Capitol marking one year since the violent insurrection, President Biden stressed that "the way forward is to recognize the truth": that former President Trump has "created and spread a web of lies about the 2020 election." He called for a defense of voting rights and for Americans to unite. Vice President Kamala Harris also spoke about the defense of democracy. Tony Dokoupil anchors CBS News Special Report coverage from Capitol Hill with chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane, and chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues.
Jimmy Carter says U.S. "teeters on the brink of a widening abyss"
"Americans must set aside differences and work together before it is too late," the 97-year-old former president wrote in an op-ed.
U.S. to mark one year since Capitol riot
President Biden is expected to address Americans on Thursday -- exactly one year after a pro-Trump mob stormed the U.S. Capitol. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has a preview of his remarks. Then, CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues takes a look at the court cases and investigations since January 6. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on where those cases stand today, and what to expect in the months to come.
Against All Enemies (1/17/21)
In January 2021, Scott Pelley reported on the efforts to ensure a peaceful transition of power during the inauguration of President Joe Biden.
Biden warns some unvaccinated will "needlessly die"
President Joe Biden offered a stark warning Tuesday to Americans who are refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Weijia Jiang is at the White House and joins CBSN AM to talk about the latest on the administration's response to the coronavirus.
Judge strikes down president's vaccine mandate
A federal judge has ruled that President Joe Biden cannot require teachers in the federal Head Start early education program to be vaccinated against COVID. Meanwhile, the Omicron variant surges through America, as daily cases surpass 386,000.
Biden talks Omicron COVID variant in speech
President Biden once again encouraged Americans to get COVID-19 booster shots in an address about the Omicron COVID-19 variant on Tuesday. Plus, the House committee investigating the January 6 insurrection confirms it is requesting to speak with Sean Hannity. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave, Los Angeles Times White House reporter Eli Sokols and Boston Globe national political reporter Jess Bidgood join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Strategy behind president's January 6 address
President Biden and Vice President Harris are preparing to deliver remarks on Thursday, exactly one year after the January 6 assault on the Capitol. Alex Gangitano, White House correspondent for The Hill, joins CBSN to discuss the administration's plans.
Biden unveils new effort to fight Omicron
President Biden says his administration is doubling its order of Pfizer's new COVID-19 antiviral pill from 10 million to 20 million as the Omicron variant ravages the U.S. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more headlines from the White House.
Manchin pulls support for social spending bill
Democratic Senator Joe Manchin said he could not vote for President Biden's social spending plan, which could doom the bill. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Wall Street Journal Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Senator Manchin talks social spending bill
President Biden is speaking out about the White House's plan for the pandemic, while uncertainty remains about his social and climate spending plan. Representative Andy Levin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the Build Back Better bill and the pandemic.
U.S. doubling and accelerating order of Pfizer antiviral pills
President Biden announced the increase and acceleration of the order on Tuesday.
Biden warns of sanctions if Russia invades Urkaine
President Biden is now threatening "severe sanctions" against Russia if the country invades Ukraine. Despite ongoing negotiations between him and Russian President Putin, Ukrainians still fear aggression. Skylar Henry reports.
Biden tells Ukraine that U.S. will act "decisively" if Russia invades
The president spoke with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday amid heightening tensions in the region.
Biden to speak with Ukrainian president
President Biden is facing rising tensions with Russia to begin 2022. On Friday, he spoke to reporters about his phone call this week with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Skyler Henry has the latest from the White House.
The biggest political moments of 2021
In 2021, an angry mob stormed the U.S. Capitol to try to stop Congress from formally certifying the presidential election results. Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States, and Kamala Harris made history -- and that was all just in January. CBS News' Natalie Brand reviews the major political developments of the year.
Biden and Putin hold phone call amid Ukraine tension
President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on the phone for nearly an hour amid growing concern over Moscow’s military buildup along the Ukrainian border. The two world leaders exchanged warnings, with President Biden telling Putin that the U.S. will act “decisively” if Russia invades Ukraine. CBS News political contributor and White House reporter for The Washington Post, Sean Sullivan, joins CBSN to discuss the high-stakes call.
Biden, Putin speak amid tension over Ukraine
President Biden spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin for nearly an hour amid concern over Russia's military buildup along the Ukrainian border. Jamie Yuccas reports on details of their phone call.
Biden and Putin discuss Ukraine tensions
Presidents Biden and Putin spoke on the phone Thursday to discuss growing concerns over Russia's troop buildup near its border with Ukraine. CBS senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the details of their conversation. Then, John Herbst, senior director of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center and former ambassador to Ukraine, joined CBSN with his analysis.
Biden tells Putin U.S. and allies will respond "decisively" if Russia invades Ukraine
A senior administration official said Mr. Biden and Putin and agreed to a "sequence of strategic stability dialogue."
Biden warns Putin against Ukraine escalation
President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by phone for nearly an hour amid growing tensions over Ukraine. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Biden and Putin hold high-stakes call
A high-stakes call is underway between President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin. It comes as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Russia over Ukraine. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe speaks with CBSN's Skyler Henry about the meeting.
Reflecting on Senator Harry Reid's impact
Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid died on Tuesday at 82 years old. The former governor of Nevada, Bob Miller, joins CBSN to talk about some of Reid's greatest accomplishments.
Democrats continue push for ICE reforms in emerging DHS shutdown deal
Democrats are pushing for reforms to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as the Senate appeared to be closing in on a deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
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Iran war grinds on with Pentagon expected to send more troops to Middle East
President Trump said several members of his administration were involved in talks with Iran about the ongoing war.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia Airport runway collision identified
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forrest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
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DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
2 pilots killed in LaGuardia Airport runway collision identified
The pilots killed in a collision between a jetliner and a fire truck on a New York runway have been identified as Capt. Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther.
Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
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Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
FedEx to offer same-day delivery as it battles with Amazon, other retailers
FedEx said it will give customers the option of two-hour or end-of-day delivery, including for large and oversized packages.
OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app
OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.
Oil trades surged before Trump's Iran post. Some experts are suspicious.
Trading in crude oil futures spiked only minutes before President Trump postponed an ultimatum on Iran, causing oil prices to drop and stocks to surge.
Delta suspends special services for lawmakers amid government shutdown
Delta is temporarily halting specialty services for members of Congress, citing strain on its resources during the partial government shutdown.
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DOJ found no evidence of a crime in Fed renovation project, prosecutor admits
The Justice Department's investigation of a $2.5 billion renovation project at the Federal Reserve found no evidence of a crime, a federal prosecutor privately conceded under questioning by a judge.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
Democrat flips Florida state legislative district that includes Mar-a-Lago
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special election for a Florida state House seat on Tuesday, flipping a district that is home to President Trump's estate, Mar-a-Lago.
Judge calls Pentagon's moves against AI firm Anthropic "troubling"
A judge sharply questioned a lawyer for the federal government on Tuesday over the Pentagon's efforts to cut Anthropic's AI out of its classified systems.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
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Senate rejects latest push to rein in Trump's powers in Iran as war's off-ramp unclear
Democrats have vowed to keep forcing votes on the issue as they seek public testimony from administration officials.
U.S. expected to deploy troops from 82nd Airborne to Middle East for Iran war
A command element and some ground forces are expected to be part of the Middle East deployment, according to a source familiar with the planning.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Trump to host King Charles, Dutch royals in separate visits
In separate visits, President Trump is planning to host monarchs from the United Kingdom and the Netherlands next month.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
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Makers of "The AI Doc" on tech's peril, promise
A new documentary examines the artificial intelligence boom and its potential risks to humanity, featuring interviews with top AI company CEOs and other experts. Co-director Charlie Tyrell and producer Ted Tremper join CBS News to discuss the making of the film, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Patrick Ball on medical drama "The Pitt"
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
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Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law over exploitation claims
The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized profits over safety.
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.
Anthropic's case against Pentagon underway
The artificial intelligence company Anthropic is challenging the Pentagon in court after the Trump administration designated it a national security risk. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush, joins with analysis.
Cybersecurity expert on concerns amid war
The war with Iran is raising cybersecurity concerns in the U.S. Vik Desai, global cybersecurity strategy lead at Accenture, joins CBS News to discuss.
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600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in Cambodia
Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pit viper that is still being studied.
How a fun nature app aids science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
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Wife of Hawaii doctor takes stand 1 year after he allegedly tried to kill her
Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii.
Jury finds Meta liable in child safety trial
The New Mexico Department of Justice has won a landmark trial against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the details.
Congress probing hospice fraud in California
Two weeks after a CBS News investigation into hospice care fraud in California, Congress is now probing the issue. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi is following the story.
Amputee cornhole player accused of murder
Dayton Webber, a professional cornhole player and quadruple amputee, has been arrested on murder charges for the shooting death of a Maryland man. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Suspect details in murder of Loyola student
Prosecutors say Jose Medina, who is accused of killing a Loyola University student, missed his first court appearance Monday because he has been hospitalized and is undergoing treatment for tuberculosis. Medina is facing several charges in the fatal shooting, including first-degree murder. DHS says the alleged shooter is a Venezuelan man living in the U.S. illegally.
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NASA to spend $20 billion on ambitious moon base
In an on-going overhaul of NASA's Artemis program, agency officials say it will take seven years to build a sophisticated base on the moon.
Artemis II back on launch pad for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 liftoff
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
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3/24: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump says Vance and Rubio are involved in talks with Iran; Senate inches toward a potential DHS funding solution.
Hawaii community reacts to floods, recovery
Hawaii residents continued recovery efforts on Tuesday after the worst flooding in 20 years battered the islands this month.
The national divide over dress codes
A debate over what to wear at two different restaurant chains is prompting renewed attention over dress codes. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Wife alleges husband tried to kill her on hike
Arielle Konig faced down the man who allegedly tried to murder her during a birthday hike one year ago, her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig. Matt Gutman reports on the trial.
Scrutiny over surging oil trades before Trump post
A huge spike in oil futures trading minutes before President Trump announced talks with Iran is drawing suspicion about insider trading. Jill Schlesinger explains.