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NIH Director Francis Collins, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, and more appear on Sunday's "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
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Polls give Biden an edge over Trump
Joe Biden is leading President Trump in several key battleground states despite the pandemic forcing him to cut back on campaigning. Polls show the former vice president leading Mr. Trump in Georgia and North Carolina, and even narrowly ahead in Texas. He continues the search for a running mate, with one-on-one interviews with potential candidates set to begin after July 4. Ed O'Keefe reports on the upcoming election, and the primaries some states held this week.
Sanders attacks Biden at Detroit rally
The Democratic primary race has gotten heated over the past week as the field of candidates has been narrowed down to just three, including frontrunners Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders. Sanders attacked Biden at a Detroit rally, criticizing the former vice president over "disastrous trade deals" and accused him of trying to cut social security. Biden told the Vermont senator to "get real" on Twitter. Nikole Killion reports on where the campaigns stand ahead of the next round of primaries.
Trump reportedly angry at allies
President Trump is reportedly angry and disappointed that his Republican allies are not more forcefully defending him, CBS News' Ben Tracy reports, as the president's electoral path to victory seemingly narrows. Mr. Trump has vowed not to concede the race and is threatening to fight on with legal challenges to the vote counts.
Biden on immigration crisis, new voting law
President Biden is battling two major issues. One is growing criticism about how his administration is handling a surge of migrants on the southern border seeking asylum and overwhelming facilities. Another is Georgia's sweeping new and contentious election law. Mr. Biden condemned the overhaul limiting voting access in the state after Republican Governor Brian Kemp signed the measure. CBS News' Christina Ruffini reports.
Latino voters speak out as election winds down
Latino voters have been courted by both Republicans and Democrats this election cycle, and while many may lean conservative, as Mireya Villarreal reports, their choices for president are part of a changing electoral landscape, and are more complicated than just a single voting bloc.
Eyes on Pennsylvania as election nears end
Former Vice President Joe Biden is just 17 electoral college votes away from the presidency, leading President Trump in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada and Pennsylvania. However, the vote count continues with no final conclusion to the race. Ed O’Keefe joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the state of the election.
Biden dismisses GOP infrastructure offer
Negotiations between the White House and Republican lawmakers about President Biden's proposed infrastructure plan continue. However, both sides remain far apart on the cost of the overall plan and how to pay for it. It's leading Democrats to map out a different plan, one that would not need Republican backing. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
Biden continues VP search
Former Vice President Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee, got some unsolicited advice this week when Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar removed herself from the veepstakes.
Biden meets with Asian American leaders
President Joe Biden spoke out against the spate of recent attacks targeting Asian Americans during a visit to Atlanta, Georgia, the scene of Tuesday's mass shooting that left eight people dead. The remarks came after a meeting with Asian American leaders to address growing violence against their community during the coronavirus pandemic. Jessi Mitchell reports.
Trump demands Biden prove he won election
President Trump is now demanding that President-elect Joe Biden prove he actually won the election. While Mr. Trump and his campaign repeatedly insist the race was rigged, court ruling after court ruling has upheld the outcome. Ben Tracy reports after the Trump campaign suffered another legal setback, when three Republican-appointed judges offered a stinging rebuke to the campaign's push to challenge the results in Pennsylvania.
How does USPS funding affect the election?
New York Magazine national correspondent Gabriel Debenedetti joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the politics of the week, including the presumptive democratic presidential ticket of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris and President Trump's criticisms of mail-in voting.
Biden team dismisses Trump's fraud claims
The Biden transition team is pushing back against President Trump's latest rhetoric about the election, as President-elect Biden moves ahead with another round of Cabinet announcements expected in the days ahead. Nikole Killion reports from Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, where Mr. Biden is spending time with his family. Ed O'Keefe also discusses how this transition year is different from any other.
Trump continues to deny election loss
President Trump again falsely claimed Friday that he won re-election, challenging President-Elect Joe Biden's victory, and met with Michigan legislators in an apparent attempt to stoke distrust in the election results. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid reports.
Trump to rally for Georgia Senate candidates
President Trump is heading to Valdosta, Georgia, for a rally Saturday evening to support two incumbent Republican senators facing January runoff elections against their Democratic challengers. The outcome of the races will determine which party has control of the Senate, and some Republicans worry Mr. Trump is hurting their chances of victory as he continues to falsely claim election fraud. The president lost the state to President-elect Joe Biden in the November election. Chip Reid reports.
Trump, Biden, Clinton react to Ginsburg death
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has died at the age of 87. President Trump described Ginsburg as "a fighter to the end," reacting to her death as he left a Minnesota campaign rally. While tributes from people like all four living former presidents poured in, the trailblazer's death is opening up a new campaign issue. Nikole Killion reports.
Biden pushes for Americans to get vaccinated
President Biden is urging Americans to pick up the pace and get vaccinated. The push comes with just over two weeks to go before the Fourth of July when the administration hoped to see 70% of adults in the nation vaccinated. It also comes as the dangerous and highly infectious Delta variant of the coronavirus surfaces in 49 states. Michael George has the latest.
Biden addresses August jobs report
The August jobs report got the holiday weekend off to a labored start – employers added just 235,000 jobs last month, far short of expectations. Last month's job growth lagged behind June and July, which each saw nearly a million new jobs. President Biden addressed the jobs report before touring the storm damage in Louisiana. Christina Ruffini reports from the White House.
10 days until Election Day
There are now just 10 days until the election and the Trump and Biden campaigns are in overdrive to get out the vote. Former Vice President Joe Biden will make two stops in Pennsylvania Saturday. The president is waking up in another key swing state -- Florida. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump, Biden pause campaigning for 9/11
Both President Trump and Joe Biden took a day off the campaign trail to honor the victims of 9/11 Friday, going to ceremonies and speaking to the families of victims. Now Mr. Trump is headed to swing states Nevada and Arizona as wildfires ravage the West, with less than two months until Election Day. Skyler Henry reports.
Gottlieb says Biden administration "in a better position" for booster rollout
Former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb told "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan the infrastructure is in place to distribute boosters but warns vaccine mandates will harden skeptics
White House wants to overhaul child care
A new treasury report found many American families are struggling to pay for child care and called the current system in the U.S. "unworkable." On Wednesday, Vice President Kamala Harris and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen pushed for investments in affordable child care, calling it critical to U.S. growth. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the impact this is having on families and care providers.
Analyzing Biden's economic plan
President Biden is outlining his economic plan as Democrats push their tax proposal. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to analyze the president's ideas.
Debt limit was focus of McConnell and Yellen call
White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Thursday the debt limit isn't a political issue and shouldn't be a partisan one
Harris and Yellen push child care spending
The report comes as congressional Democrats negotiate over the $3.5 trillion reconciliation package, which includes $450 billion for child care and universal preschool.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz deal could happen as soon as today
President Trump told reporters Tuesday evening that an announcement on the Strait of Hormuz could happen today or tomorrow, following talks between Iran and Oman.
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.
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.
White House declassifies info on secret FBI probe into Trump's firing of Comey
The White House has declassified information claiming the FBI probed whether President Trump acted as a Russian asset when he fired James Comey, a theory an administration official said wasn't backed up by evidence.
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
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.
Perez Hilton hospitalized after livestreaming acts of self-harm, officials say
In the livestream, which has since been taken down, Hilton appears to be bloodied and in a distressed mental state.
Norah O'Donnell: 7 things I learned from trainer Kira Stokes
Kira Stokes, who has been in the fitness industry for three decades, taught me to treat movement as medicine for both your body and mind.
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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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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.
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.
As FDA approves marketing for nicotine pouches, some doctors sound alarms
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
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.
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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.
SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Chipotle removes jalapeños linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
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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.
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.
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As FDA approves marketing for nicotine pouches, some doctors sound alarms
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
Senate confirms Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
Norah O'Donnell: 7 things I learned from trainer Kira Stokes
Kira Stokes, who has been in the fitness industry for three decades, taught me to treat movement as medicine for both your body and mind.
Exercise: Your Insurance Policy for the Future
In this episode of Healthful, Norah O'Donnell is joined by her personal trainer and fitness expert, Kira Stokes. Since they started exercising together 12 years ago, Kira pushed Norah to lift heavier weights - something Norah initially resisted. Norah has since learned that you lose up to 8-percent of your muscle mass every decade after the age of 30. The two discuss the emotional connection between movement and mental health, how to get started exercising, and what about those weighted vests! Plus - Norah answers what her favorite and least favorite exercises are. We'd love to hear what topics you want to hear covered on Healthful. Text Norah at 202-217-1107.
Chipotle suspected in salmonella outbreak
At least 110 people have fallen ill from salmonella in Minnesota, the vast majority of whom reported having eaten at the Mexican chain Chipotle. Tom Hanson has the story.
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$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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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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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.
Hollywood on hot streak at the box office
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" leapt straight to the top of the box office this weekend. Its $360 million opening weekend debut is the biggest in U.S. history. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss all the latest movie news.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
$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.
Russian drone factory director seriously injured in car explosion
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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.
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.
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Trump talks primaries in remarks to supporters
President Trump addressed supporters in Las Vegas on Wednesday, touching on the Iran war and the performance of Democrats in recent primary elections. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
El-Sayed wins Senate primary: What to know
Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won his Democratic primary for Senate Tuesday night in Michigan, beating Haley Stevens by a single percentage point. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Anthony Salvanto has more.
Jewish Insider editor-in-chief on DSA victories
The relationship between progressive candidates and Jewish voters has been a central focus this election cycle. Jewish Insider Editor in-Chief Josh Kraushaar joins "The Takeout" to discuss his new piece titled: "DSA's Achilles' Heel Goes Beyond Antisemitism."
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.
Trump teases deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Trump is touting progress on the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and says a deal could be made as soon as Wednesday. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean joins "The Takeout" with more.