George Floyd's family meets with Biden and Pelosi on anniversary of death
Members of George Floyd's family met with President Biden, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Representative Karen Bass on Tuesday.
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Attorney Ben Crump on police reform
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are meeting with family members of George Floyd today as the U.S. marks one year since his murder. This comes as Congress struggles to pass significant police reform legislation. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who has represented the Floyd family, joins CBSN to discuss.
Inside look at Democrats' 2020 campaigns
A new book reveals inside stories from the 2020 presidential campaign, including a push by some mainstream Democrats to ensure a progressive candidate didn't get the nomination, and how Joe Biden navigated the political fallout after George Floyd's murder. The author of "Battle for the Soul: Inside the Democrats' Campaigns to Defeat Trump," Edward-Isaac Dovere, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN about some of what he uncovered.
Congress misses Biden's police reform deadline, Booker still "hopeful"
"I think he did a good thing by putting a deadline out there, trying to motivate more momentum, but he understands what's important here is to get a landmark bill done," Booker said Tuesday.
Biden to meet with Floyd family
President Biden will meet with members of George Floyd's family Tuesday, one year after his death. The meeting comes as members of Congress struggle to agree on a police reform bill. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss that and other issues on Mr. Biden's agenda.
Floyd family attorney speaks on anniversary
One year after George Floyd was murdered while being arrested in Minneapolis, his family will meet with President Joe Biden at the White House. Floyd family attorney L. Chris Stewart joined Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" to talk about his clients' private meeting with the president, and the larger issue of police reform legislation.
Calls grow to investigate Belarus plane diversion
The U.S. and other nations are demanding an investigation into the forced landing of a passenger plane in Belarus, where an opposition journalist was arrested. The 26-year-old appeared in a brief video, but there are growing concerns about his safety. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joined CBSN AM with the latest.
Labor Department looks for solutions as states end unemployment benefits
An official told CBS News the federal government paying the benefits to some unemployed Americans directly is "pretty much off the table."
Disinformation behind voting restrictions
Republican lawmakers in Texas are moving closer to passing new voting restrictions, making it the largest to do so in the wake of fomer President Donald Trump's 2020 election defeat. Matt Masterson, former lead election security official for the federal government's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about how Trump's false claims about fraud are driving changes to state laws.
3.8 million could see their unemployment benefits end
Some progressives say the Labor Department could continue federal benefits to some of the workers not eligible for state unemployment benefits.
Israeli-Palestinian conflict and BLM
A recent Washington Post article examines how the Black Lives Matter movement is now part of the political conversation in the U.S. about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Sean Sullivan, CBS News political contributor and Washington Post White House reporter, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
Biden at Camp David after Middle East crisis
President Biden spent the weekend at Camp David after mediating a cease-fire between Israel and Palestine. Mr. Biden was careful not to appear to take sides in the conflict. Debra Alfarone reports.
Biden holds press conference with South Korean President
President Biden said the U.S. and South Korea are making progress in addressing nuclear threats posed by North Korea during a press conference with South Korean President Moon Jae-in. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join's CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Biden shifts focus from Middle East to Asia
President Biden shared new details about his phone conversations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he worked on arranging a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Mr. Biden also promised South Korean President Moon Jae-In that the U.S.would provide much-needed vaccines for more than a half million South Korean troops. Debra Alfarone has the details.
Biden to meet with George Floyd's family at the White House
The president will meet with the family of George Floyd on Tuesday, the first anniversary of his death.
Biden proposes $1.7 trillion infrastructure counteroffer to GOP
The counteroffer didn't go over well with the key Senate Republican engaging in negotiations.
Biden awards Medal of Honor to Korean War veteran
President Biden awarded the highest U.S. military honor to Colonel Ralph Puckett Jr. in a ceremony alongside South Korea's President Moon Jae-in.
Biden on meeting Kim Jong Un and cease-fire
During a press conference at the White House, President Biden answered a question from CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes about his conditions for meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The president also spoke about his relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and he expressed his hope that a cease-fire holds between Israel and Hamas. Watch Mr. Biden's responses.
Biden on commitment to Israel's security
At a White House news conference with South Korean President Moon Jae-in, President Biden was asked if he'd seen a shift in the Democratic Party's views on Israel. "There is no shift in my commitment to the security of Israel. Period," he replied. Watch his remarks.
Biden says there is "no shift in my commitment" to Israel's security
Biden's remarks came during a joint news conference with South Korean President Moon Jae-in after the two leaders met for several hours Friday.
Biden praises cease-fire in Middle East
President Joe Biden is vowing to continue his administration's "quiet and relentless" diplomacy in the Middle East after Israel announced it would end fighting in Gaza. CBS News senior White House correspondent Wejia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss just how involved the Biden administration was in facilitating this cease-fire and more from the White House.
Fragile cease-fire across Israel and Gaza
The fragile cease-fire between Israel and Hamas was tested on Friday morning when Palestinian protesters clashed with Israeli police outside a mosque in Jerusalem. CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports from the region, and former Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times, David Halbfinger, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the situation.
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Biden awards Medal of Honor to Korean War hero
President Biden has awarded the nation's highest military award, the Medal of Honor, to retired Colonel Ralph Puckett Jr., a U.S. Army Ranger who displayed "extraordinary heroism and selflessness" as a young soldier in battle during the Korean War. Watch a portion of the ceremony.
Why lawmakers want to spend billions on broadband
When the pandemic struck, the lack of broadband access for millions of Americans was thrown into sharp relief.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic ramps up in wake of U.S.-Iran deal signing
More tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 111 days of gridlock, but Iran and the U.S. still have much to discuss.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
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Watch Live: Obama Presidential Center opening ceremony
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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Live Updates: Knicks celebrate championship win with parade in NYC
The New York Knicks are being honored with a ticker-tape parade at 10 a.m. Thursday through the Canyon of Heroes in Lower Manhattan.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Intel shares leap after Trump announces chip deal with Apple
In a social media post, President Trump touted the U.S. government's 10% stake in Intel, noting that it is now worth $60 billion.
Gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for the first time in nearly 3 months
The national average for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. drops to $3.99, the lowest since March 30.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
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Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
Trump upends Senate GOP's plans once again with nomination demands
A number of poorly timed announcements have forced Senate Republicans to squander carefully laid plans, exposing a widening rift within the party.
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Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Arrests of immigrant parents create mental health crisis for children
An estimated hundreds of thousands of children, many of them U.S. citizens, have been separated from a parent in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
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"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Ukraine drone strike hits major Russian oil refinery near Moscow
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says after second major strike on Russian oil refinery that unless Putin stops his war, "Moscow will burn."
1,200-year-old Robin Hood oak tree in Sherwood Forest has died, group says
A massive ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood may have been loved to death.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic ramps up in wake of U.S.-Iran deal signing
More tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 111 days of gridlock, but Iran and the U.S. still have much to discuss.
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Singer Myles Smith talks debut album
Myles Smith's career skyrocketed after his hit song "Stargazing" became the biggest song by a U.K. artist worldwide in 2024. Now, he's releasing his debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," on June 19. Myles Smith joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his rapid rise to stardom, his first album and his experience touring with Ed Sheeran.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Extended interview: Myles Smith
British singer-songwriter Myles Smith talks to Anthony Mason about his much-anticipated debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," growing up in London, his rapid rise to stardom and more.
CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
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Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Americans on AI's future impact
A Pew survey shows 40% of Americans think AI's future impact will be negative. MIT Sloan professor Eric So joins CBS News with more details.
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.
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Inside an Irish town raising kids without smartphones
When parents and educators in Greystones, Ireland saw children dealing with increasing anxiety, they acted – and took phones out of the equation.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
Ex-police commissioner on Heuermann sentence
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
Gilgo Beach serial killer sentenced
In a Long Island courtroom Wednesday, Rex Heuermann received three life sentences for choking and dismembering eight women, most of them in his basement, over the course of more than 15 years. The 62-year-old addressed the court before he was sent away. Tom Hanson reports.
Inside Gilgo Beach killer's sentencing hearing
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago
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Oil prices drop for first time in months
Gas prices have dropped in reaction to President Trump signing a memorandum of understanding with Iran -- but they're still a dollar higher than they were before the war, according to AAA data. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains how markets are reacting to global relations.
Fast-moving tornadoes tear through Illinois
At least seven tornadoes descended on parts of the Midwest and Southeast Wednesday night, ripping through homes and buildings and leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports.
Iran and U.S. enter 60-day negotiation period
President Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran on Wednesday. Now, Iran and the U.S. will begin negotiating for 60 days. CBS News' Kathryn Watson and BBC News correspondent Jon Donnison have more on the contents of the deal. Also, Florida International University professor Eric Lob joins with more insight.
French Montana surprises taxi driver
New York City taxi driver Noureddine Bitat was violently assaulted and his yellow cab was smashed in the mayhem following the Knicks' Game 4 win. Grammy-nominated rapper French Montana shares how he joined others to help the cabbie get back on his feet.
A look inside the Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago strives to serve the public while honoring the legacy of America's 44th president. The center's star-studded grand opening on Juneteenth will feature musical guests such as John Legend, Bruce Springsteen and Christina Aguilera. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns takes a look inside.