Biden says inaction on infrastructure "not an option"
The president touted the $2 trillion American Jobs Plan and defended raising the corporate tax rate to pay for it.
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Democrats in early primary states are split on a potential Biden campaign
Democrats in early primary states are split on a potential Biden campaign. CBS News Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and Washington Post Political reporter Amber Phillips talk politics with CBSN.
A CBS News poll shows 34 percent of Democratic voters in Iowa say Vice President Joe Biden should run for president
A CBS News poll shows 34 percent of Democratic voters in Iowa say Vice President Joe Biden should run for president. Another 34 percent say he shouldn’t. In New Hampshire, 44 percent say Biden should not attempt a run, but in South Carolina, 48 percent of Democrats support a Biden campaign, the strongest backing among the three early-voting states. Former White House Communications Director Anita Dunn met with Biden a few weeks ago and joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the 2016 race.
According to a new CBS poll, Donald Trump leads the Republican race in the early-voting states of Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina
According to a new CBS poll, Donald Trump leads the Republican race in the early-voting states of Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina. Dr. Ben Carson is running a close second in Iowa, and he's also the top second-choice candidate. Also, Democratic voters are split over whether Vice President Joe Biden should enter the 2016 campaign. Nancy Cordes reports.
Peter Baker of The New York Times, John Heilemann of Bloomberg Politics, Peggy Noonan of the Wall Street Journal, and PBS Newshour’s Gwen Ifill discuss the latest developments in the race to the White House
Peter Baker of The New York Times, John Heilemann of Bloomberg Politics, Peggy Noonan of the Wall Street Journal, and PBS Newshour’s Gwen Ifill discuss the latest developments in the race to the White House
Democratic strategist David Axelrod talks with CBS' "Face the Nation" about the state of the 2016 Democratic field, weighing in on Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Bernie Sanders
Democratic strategist David Axelrod talks with CBS' "Face the Nation" about the state of the 2016 Democratic field, weighing in on Hillary Clinton, Joe Biden, and Bernie Sanders
Peter Baker of The New York Times, John Heilemann of Bloomberg Politics, Peggy Noonan of the Wall Street Journal, and PBS Newshour’s Gwen Ifill discuss Vice President Joe Biden’s continued deliberations on a potential 2016 bid
Peter Baker of The New York Times, John Heilemann of Bloomberg Politics, Peggy Noonan of the Wall Street Journal, and PBS Newshour’s Gwen Ifill discuss Vice President Joe Biden’s continued deliberations on a potential 2016 bid. Are there new signs of a Biden campaign in the making?
Top Democratic strategist David Axelrod says Biden is authentic when he says he’s taking stock of his emotional reserves required for a 2016 presidential bid
Top Democratic strategist David Axelrod says Biden is authentic when he says he’s taking stock of his emotional reserves required for a 2016 presidential bid.
Vice President Joe Biden appeared on the "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" Thursday night and seemed to be struggling with a decision to run for the Democratic nomination
Vice President Joe Biden appeared on the "Late Show with Stephen Colbert" Thursday night and seemed to be struggling with a decision to run for the Democratic nomination. Biden said the loss of his son Beau has weighed heavily on him. CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation" John Dickerson reports.
Vice President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the 9/11 memorial event in New York
Vice President Joe Biden delivers remarks at the 9/11 memorial event in New York. CBSN has the latest.
It was his first TV interview since Beau's death in May
On Thursday night's "Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Vice President Joe Biden spoke emotionally about the loss of his son Beau. It was his first TV interview since Beau's death in May. Biden also discussed his potential run for presidency.
During an interview on the third episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Vice President Joe Biden spoke candidly about a potential run for "a promotion"
During an interview on the third episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," Vice President Joe Biden spoke candidly about a potential run for "a promotion". CBSN's Contessa Brewer covered his visit.
Vice President Joe Biden, who's still deciding if he will run, is far behind
More Democrats are turning away from Hillary Clinton, according to another new poll. The Quinnipiac poll shows Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is virtually tied with Clinton in Iowa, 41 to 40 percent. Vice President Joe Biden, who's still deciding if he will run, is far behind with 12 percent. Nancy Cordes explains what's behind these numbers.
An audience member urged the vice president to run in 2016 during a Labor Day event in Pittsburgh
An audience member urged the vice president to run in 2016 during a Labor Day event in Pittsburgh.
Also, Dickerson discusses why Donald Trump is connecting so well with many Republican voters
CBS News political director and moderator for "Face The Nation" joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what effect a Biden candidacy would have on the Democratic race and why Donald Trump is connecting so well with many Republican voters.
CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation" John Dickerson provides analysis of Donald Trump's campaign and the possibility of a run by VP Joe Biden
CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation" John Dickerson provides analysis of Donald Trump's campaign and the possibility of a run by VP Joe Biden.
Kentucky county clerk jailed, Biden says he's still undecided on presidential run, and more stories you're clicking on
Kentucky county clerk jailed, Biden says he's still undecided on presidential run, and more stories you're clicking on.
News cameras caught Joe Biden as he checked his watch while President Obama spoke to Saudi King Salman
News cameras caught Joe Biden as he checked his watch while President Obama spoke to Saudi King Salman. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Washington Post reporter David Nakamura discuss the vice president's demeanor and potential presidential run.
Vice President Joe Biden is opening up about a possible White House bid
Vice President Joe Biden is opening up about a possible White House bid. In his first public comments about it since the death of his son, Biden addressed speculation Thursday over whether he'll challenge Hillary Clinton for the Democratic presidential nomination to a group in Atlanta. Nancy Cordes reports on Biden's candid answer.
Vice President Joe Biden made his first public comment Thursday about whether or not he would run for president in 2016
Vice President Joe Biden made his first public comment Thursday about whether or not he would run for president in 2016. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has his remarks.
Baltimore cops to be tried separately in Freddie Gray death, Biden speech raises presidential bid speculation, and more stories you're clicking on
Baltimore cops to be tried separately in Freddie Gray death, Biden speech raises presidential bid speculation, and more stories you're clicking on.
Vice President Joe Biden delivered a speech about college affordability Wednesday at Miami-Dade College
Vice President Joe Biden delivered a speech about college affordability Wednesday at Miami-Dade College. Biden ignored questions about a possible run for president in 2016. CBS News correspondent Nancy Cordes reports
Vice President Joe Biden spoke at a Fla. college on an array of policy issues amid speculation he could be planning a presidential bid
Vice President Joe Biden spoke at a Fla. college on an array of policy issues amid speculation he could be planning a presidential bid. Steve Schale from the advocacy group Draft Joe Biden spoke to CBSN about the possible run.
Treasury says Biden tax plan will fully pay for infrastructure proposal
Made in America Tax Plan would fully fund president's infrastructure proposal over a 15-year period according to a new Treasury Department report.
CBS News Correspondent Julianna Goldman, Ed O'Keefe of the Washington Post, Mark Leibovich of The New York Times Magazine, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg discuss the current state of the 2016 race for the White House
CBS News Correspondent Julianna Goldman, Ed O'Keefe of the Washington Post, Mark Leibovich of The New York Times Magazine, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg discuss the current state of the 2016 race for the White House.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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How many Super Bowls have the Seahawks won?
As the Seahawks prepare to face the Patriots in the 2026 Super Bowl, here's what to know about Seattle's past appearances, wins and losses.
Where you can watch the 2026 Super Bowl live today
Not sure where to watch the 2026 Super Bowl live? There are multiple ways to watch the game for free today. Here's how.
Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
Here's how much Bad Bunny is expected to earn from his halftime performance at Super Bowl LX.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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The Rx Defense
A Texas teenager shoots two of his friends. He says a popular acne medication made him do it. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.