Joe Biden through the years
Newly elected to be the 46th president, Biden has had a long political career and a personal life filled with triumph and heartbreak.
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What U.S. allies and adversaries in Asia make of Biden and Harris
There's no doubt that President-elect Biden will usher a change in U.S. foreign policy, and that won't necessarily be good news for all leaders across the vast region.
China's government hedges on U.S. election result
The reaction from the Chinese government to President-elect Joe Biden's projected election win was notable for its lack of congratulations from anyone at the top. As Ramy Inocencio reports from Beijing, Chinese media outlets were less cautious.
Young Arizona Republicans hope Trump concedes election soon
"I do think it's important for him to concede at this point and allow President-elect Biden to begin the transition," one member of the Arizona College Republicans said.
Biden transition barrels forward while Trump administration stalls
Biden is forging ahead with preparations to take the reins of government in just 72 days.
11/09/20: Red and Blue
Pres. Trump fires Defense Secretary Mark Esper; Vice President elect Kamala Harris makes history
Pfizer says COVID vaccine is over 90% effective
Drugmaker Pfizer said its coronavirus vaccine trials are 90% effective. Meanwhile, President-elect Joe Biden announces new COVID-19 plans for the country as the U.S. surpasses 10 million confirmed cases. Internal medicine specialist and immunologist Dr. Neeta Ogden joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest news about the pandemic.
Presidential election reveals a deeply divided nation
Many of President Trump's strongest supporters in Arizona believe he should keep fighting the results of the election, but a group of Republican college students told CBS News it's time for the president to concede. Jamie Yuccas shares their story.
Biden begins transition with focus on COVID-19
President-elect Joe Biden has assembled his own coronavirus task force, which includes members of both the Obama and Bush administrations, plus Rick Bright, a former Trump administration official. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Two more members of Trump's team test positive for COVID-19
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday after attending a White House election night party last week. Mark Meadows, who also attended that party, tested positive last week. The man leading President Trump's post-election legal fight, attorney David Bossie, also revealed his positive diagnosis Monday. Dr. Dara Kass, an emergency room physician and a member of the group Doctors for Biden, spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the promising news from Pfizer's vaccine trial and the crucial period the U.S. is entering in its efforts to contain the virus.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: McConnell takes victory lap and backs Trump's refusal to concede
Control of the Senate will not likely be decided until the two Senate runoffs in Georgia take place on January 5.
Post-election, Americans take to the streets
"CBS This Morning" spoke with voters of many different backgrounds across the country. They shared their joyous celebrations, deep disappointments, and their hopes for a united America.
Trump pursues legal challenges to election
President Trump continues to make claims of voter fraud with no evidence, while his campaign pursues legal challenges in several battleground states. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with more.
Biden rolls out COVID-19 advisory board
The president-elect's COVID-19 advisory board comprises 13 doctors and scientists.
Ex-GOP governor on voting for Biden
Former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder joins several other prominent Republican figures in endorsing Joe Biden for president during the campaign. Now Synder says he is looking forward to bipartisan partnership. He joins CBSN AM to explain why he made the public endorsement and what he think the future Republican Party will look like once President Trump leaves office.
Weekend rallies concern health officials
The weekend celebrations for President-elect Joe Biden could make it harder for his coronavirus task force to do its job. The White House press secretary has called on Mr. Biden to condemn the street rallies that she called "superspreader events." David Begnaud reports from New York City.
Federal agency holding up transition process
The General Services Administration is so far not signing off on paperwork that begins the official transition process for the incoming Biden administration. President-elect Biden is already starting his own transition planning despite President Trump continuing to dispute the election results. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Boy who spoke at DNC reacts to Biden win
Mireya Villarreal spoke with the young teen who made an emotional speech at the Democratic National Convention about the effect President-elect Joe Biden had on him. 13-year-old Brayden Harrington met Mr. Biden earlier this year. He said the former vice president gave him the confidence to not shy away from his stutter. Mr. Biden also stuttered as a child.
World leaders react to Biden's projected win
Leaders from around the world have sent their congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden. In Russia and China, state media have portrayed the election as chaotic and are awaiting the "official results" before offering their congratulations. Holly Williams reports.
Biden announces COVID-19 advisory board
President-elect Joe Biden is beginning his transition to the White House with the announcement of his COVID-19 advisory board to tackle the pandemic. It comes as President Trump has not yet conceded and is pushing forward with election-related lawsuits. CBS News' Debra Alfarone reports and joins CBSN with the latest.
Analysis on Trump's legal strategy
CBS News contributor and election law expert David Becker joins "CBS This Morning" to analyze the president's legal strategy and if there is validity to the claims in several key states as Joe Biden hits 270 electoral votes and is projected to win the presidential election.
Trump pursues election lawsuits
President Trump is refusing to concede the election to Joe Biden and his campaign continues pursuing legal challenges in multiple states. But there has been no evidence to back up his claims of fraud. William and Mary Law School professor Rebecca Green joins CBSN to talk about Mr. Trump's path forward.
Priebus on Biden win, Trump not conceding
President Trump's former chief of staff Reince Priebus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' historic win and Mr. Trump not conceding.
Teen with stutter who spoke at DNC reflects on Biden win
Brayden Harrington says former VP, who also stuttered as a child, gave him the confidence not to shy away from speaking
Final thoughts on the 2020 election
The 2020 presidential election is over, with a record number of votes cast amid a deadly pandemic. While Joe Biden is projected to win, President Trump is not conceding and dragging the process out as his campaign appeals to the courts. Major Garrett reflects on what we've seen and what the future holds.
Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
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Trump extends ceasefire as uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace talks remains
With a two-week ceasefire set to expire and Iran balking at the resumption of peace talks, President Trump said he would be extending the deadline to allow for Iran to "come up with a unified proposal."
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say, "We've got to make changes"
Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola freshman, was shot and killed in Chicago last month and an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela is under arrest.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on wire and bank fraud-related charges on Tuesday, the Justice Department says, accusing it of paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them.
Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress before hearing on sanctions
The Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee hearing to determine whether she should be punished.
Lawmakers demand answers at hearing on hospice fraud
Congress asks experts, advocates and victims how to combat hospice fraud, after a CBS News investigation uncovered widespread signs of potential fraud in California.
Court upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms
Appeals court upholds Texas' Ten Commandments classroom law, but critics say the fight isn't over.
FBI investigating deaths, disappearances of staff at government labs
The disappearances and deaths of 10 government workers tied to nuclear or space technology have sparked speculation online. President Trump said the cases are "hopefully, coincidence."
Will gas dip below $3 a gallon this year? Here's what experts think.
It could take months for U.S. gas prices to recede to their level before the outbreak of war in Iran, economists and energy experts say.
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Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
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Parents of slain Loyola student Sheridan Gorman say, "We've got to make changes"
Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola freshman, was shot and killed in Chicago last month and an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela is under arrest.
Louisiana shooting exposes "dangerous gaps" in domestic violence, gun laws
After the mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, advocates are urging policymakers to reform domestic violence and gun control legislation.
Contract reveals fundraising deal for Trump's East Wing overhaul
The agreement, which was signed this fall, ensures donor anonymity, establishes a fee structure and institutes a ban on foreign contributions.
Florida opens criminal probe over ChatGPT's alleged role in FSU shooting
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
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Meta failed to protect social media users from scam ads, lawsuit alleges
The Consumer Federation of America accused Meta of allowing scam advertisements to "proliferate on its platforms."
UPS, FedEx and DHL file for tariff refunds. What it means for consumers.
Shippers have pledged to share refunds with customers who paid tariffs once the government issues refunds.
Will gas dip below $3 a gallon this year? Here's what experts think.
It could take months for U.S. gas prices to recede to their level before the outbreak of war in Iran, economists and energy experts say.
Kevin Warsh testifies that the Fed will remain "strictly independent"
Warsh, nominated by President Trump to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell, also said he'll work with the White House on some matters.
Who will run the Federal Reserve if the Senate doesn't confirm Trump's pick?
President Trump is fighting to reshape the Federal Reserve by replacing Chair Jerome Powell with Kevin Warsh — but if the Senate doesn't confirm Warsh by next month, it's not clear who will run the nation's central bank.
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Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a new congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 House districts, leaving just one safe Republican seat, CBS News projects.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
Contract reveals fundraising deal for Trump's East Wing overhaul
The agreement, which was signed this fall, ensures donor anonymity, establishes a fee structure and institutes a ban on foreign contributions.
Lawmakers demand answers at hearing on hospice fraud
Congress asks experts, advocates and victims how to combat hospice fraud, after a CBS News investigation uncovered widespread signs of potential fraud in California.
Trump extends ceasefire in Iran indefinitely
President Trump said he's extending the ceasefire until Iran has submitted a proposal in talks with the U.S. "and discussions are concluded."
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Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
Dr. Erica Schwartz nominated for CDC director
President Trump nominated a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday. Dr. Erica Schwartz is a former deputy surgeon general and retired Coast Guard rear admiral.
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Trump says U.K.'s Starmer can "recover" as Epstein scandal hits him again
Trump says British leader Keir Starmer has "time to recover" from the latest scandal over his decision to tap an Epstein associate as his U.S. ambassador.
Iran war shows "era of fossil fuel security is over," says U.K energy secretary
President Trump recently encouraged the U.K. to "drill baby, drill" in the oil-rich North Sea.
NATO intercepts Russian bombers and fighter jets over Baltic Sea
The Russian mission included two supersonic Tu-22M3s, as well as about 10 fighters, the French detachment said.
Mass murder trial in El Salvador for almost 500 alleged MS-13 members
Nearly 500 alleged MS-13 members, including several alleged leaders, are on trial collectively in El Salvador, accused of thousands of murders.
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Trump extends ceasefire as uncertainty over U.S.-Iran peace talks remains
With a two-week ceasefire set to expire and Iran balking at the resumption of peace talks, President Trump said he would be extending the deadline to allow for Iran to "come up with a unified proposal."
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Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Opening statements in Weinstein rape retrial
Opening statements have concluded in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
D4vd charged with murder in14-year-old's death
Singer D4vd appeared in court Monday, hours after prosecutors announced he would be charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Matt Gutman reports.
Details on charges against D4vd in teen's death
Los Angeles prosecutors on Monday charged singer D4vd in the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered body was found in his car last year. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman has the details.
What to know on the "Matlock" season finale
"Matlock" stars Skye P. Marshall and Jason Ritter join CBS News with more clues ahead of the show's season finale.
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Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
John Ternus to become Apple CEO
Tim Cook announced he would be stepping down as Apple CEO on Monday. Jo Ling Kent reports on John Ternus, the mechanical engineer preparing to take the wheel.
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.
Where does Apple go after Tim Cook?
Apple CEO Tim Cook will step down in September after 15 years at the helm of the company. CBS Sunday Morning correspondent David Pogue joins to discuss Cook's legacy and where Apple's future could lead.
Florida opens criminal probe over ChatGPT's alleged role in FSU shooting
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy. Correspondent David Pogue examines what Panthalassa's alternative to land-based data centers may mean.
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DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its nonprofit investigations into extremist groups. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
New details about Mexican pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities say a gunman atop the Pyramid of the Moon, one of Mexico's most popular archaeological sites, shot at tourists and taunted first responders on Monday. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports on the new details.
Louisiana shooting exposes "dangerous gaps" in domestic violence, gun laws
After the mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, advocates are urging policymakers to reform domestic violence and gun control legislation.
FBI investigating missing staff at labs
The FBI is investigating possible connections in the cases of 10 missing or dead scientists and staff who worked at sensitive nuclear or space technology laboratories. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Florida opens criminal probe over ChatGPT's alleged role in FSU shooting
Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI after reviewing conversation logs between ChatGPT and a Florida State University student accused of killing two people last year.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Lawmakers on Cherfilus-McCormick resignation
Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned on Tuesday, minutes before her House Ethics hearing to determine whether she should be sanctioned for allegations of theft and other misconduct. Lawmakers on Capitol Hill shared their reaction.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Starting over with a divorce gift registry
Gift registries are common for baby showers and weddings, but now people are turning to them for one of life's toughest moments. Evyn Moon looks at the growing trend of divorce registries.
2026 expected to be bad year for ticks
The 2026 outlook for ticks shows cases of Lyme disease are expected to rise and the CDC is reporting the most weekly emergency room visits for tick bites, for this time of year, in at least a decade. Bradley Blackburn has more on how you can protect yourself.
What is "nuclear dust"?
Over the past several days, President Trump has made multiple statements on the U.S. goal to seize Iran's "nuclear dust." "The Daily Report" dives into what the president means by "nuclear dust" and how much Iran has. Will Todman, the chief of staff of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department at CSIS, has more analysis.