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2020 Presidential hopefuls attend 2019 NAACP Convention
While former special counsel Robert Mueller was testifying on Capitol Hill, some 2020 Democratic Presidential candidates were attending the annual NAACP Convention in Detroit, Michigan. This comes one week before the second round of Democratic debates kick off in the same city. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns was at the convention and joined us to discuss.
2020 candidates at NAACP convention
Democratic presidential hopefuls took the stage in Detroit on Wednesday at the 110th annual NAACP convention. Candidates spoke on topics including criminal justice reform, slavery reparations, and civil rights. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns was there, and she joined CBSN to recap the event.
Political ads expected to surge
Despite the toll the coronavirus pandemic is taking on the economy, political advertising is on a record-breaking pace. Politico reports the increase is due to candidates pouring cash into advertising since they can't campaign face-to-face. Politico campaign reporter and Morning Score author Zach Montellaro joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Trump threatens states' mail-in voting plans
President Trump criticized the governors of Nevada and Michigan Wednesday over their plans to increase mail-in voting options in their states. Politico White House correspondent Anita Kumar joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the controversy and the rest of the day's top political headlines.
Joe Biden to opponents: I will hit back
"Democratic presidential frontrunner Joe Biden is out with a stark warning for his opponents ahead of next week's debates. He's saying: if you come at me, this time, I’m ready to hit back. His threat comes amid yet another fight centered around race with Senators Kamala Harris and Cory Booker. Ed O'Keefe reports. "
Biden says he'll fight back at next debate
Next week, Democratic presidential candidates will take the stage again for the second round of primary debates. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN from Washington with the stance Joe Biden is taking this time around.
Biden says he'll be less "polite" in debate
Former Vice President Joe Biden is threatening to go on the offensive as he faces criticism from Senators Kamala Harris and Cory Booker for his record on race. Alex Thompson of Politico joined CBSN to break down what we may see from Biden, as well as Sen. Elizabeth Warren, in next week's debates.
Biden: I was "overly polite" in last debate
The second round of Democratic presidential debates begins Tuesday. The newest poll shows Joe Biden surging far ahead of the other 2020 hopefuls in his party. He's followed by Senators Elizabeth Warren, Kamala Harris, and Bernie Sanders. Warren and Sanders lead tonight's pack of candidates, all trying to make their mark at a crucial time in the race. Ed O’Keefe reports.
Democratic primary debate preview
Tonight we'll hear from 10 of the Democratic presidential candidates in the second primary debate. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN from Detroit with a look at what to expect.
Democrats head to Detroit for debates
Democratic presidential candidates are gearing up for their second round of debates this primary season. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBSN political contributor and Washington Post reporter Sean Sullivan join "Red and Blue" for a preview.
Moderates vs. progressives at Dems' debate
The first night of the Democratic primary debates in Detroit proved to be a showdown between moderates and progressives. Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren defended their proposals on health care, immigration and college tuition. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez join CBSN to break down the main takeaways from the debate.
Biden prepares for 2nd debate
It's Joe Biden's turn on the debate stage, and this time he says he won't be so nice. Standing next to Biden will be Sen. Kamala Harris, who surprised the former vice president at last month's debate. Ed O'Keefe has a preview from Detroit.
Biden & Harris spar over health care at debate
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Democrats spar on immigration policy
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Hecklers at Democratic debate
Hecklers interrupted twice during the second night of the Democratic debate in Detroit. Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns discuss from Detroit and Major Garrett join CBSN's "Red & Blue."
Gillibrand on Biden's record on women's rights
At the second night of the Democratic debate, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand sharply questioned former Vice President Joe Biden for an opinion piece he wrote in 1981 about working mothers. Gillibrand joins Ed O'Keefe and Caitlin Huey-Burns in the spin room to discuss.
Iowa voters react to debate
At a watch party in Winterset, Iowa, one voter told CBS News he was worried President Trump was the person enjoying watching Democrats attack each other. CBS News campaign reporter Musadiq Bidar joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" from the state with the first-in-the-nation presidential caucus to discuss.
Des Moines voters on Democratic debate
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Second debate night analysis
CBSN's Tanya Rivero leads the special post-debate panel of CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper, CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran, CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez.
2020 hopefuls take aim at Joe Biden
The second round of the latest Democratic presidential debate featured a string of attacks on frontrunner Joe Biden. The former vice president had to repeatedly defend his long record on everything from healthcare to immigration to criminal justice. This followed a debate in June when Kamala Harris gained ground by attacking Biden. Ed O’Keefe reports.
Winners & losers of Democratic debate round 2
Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss who came out on top at Wednesday night's Democratic debates and why Joe Biden has "a lot of work to do."
Gillibrand attacks Biden op-ed
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand attacked former Vice President Joe Biden for an op-ed he wrote in 1981 about tax breaks for child care. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN from Detroit with more from last night's Democratic debate.
Voters react to latest Democratic debate
Voters in key battleground states New Hampshire, South Carolina and Iowa are reacting to the Democratic presidential candidates' performances in the latest debate. CBS News campaign reporters Nicole Sganga, LaCrai Mitchell and Adam Brewster join CBSN with details..
Biden battles through another debate
The 2020 candidates are hitting the campaign trail after facing off in a heated debate last night. Former Vice President Joe Biden and his moderate track record were once again the main target. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Detroit while Democratic strategist Lynda Tran and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez join CBSN with a look at the highlights.
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Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
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Iran war has cost $25 billion to date, defense official says
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King Charles III, Queen Camilla visit New York City
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U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
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Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
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Powell to stay on Federal Reserve board as policy makers hold rates steady
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Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
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As Iran war nears key 60-day deadline, Congress and Trump face choices
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Press freedom worldwide is at lowest level in 25 years, watchdog group warns
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U.S. charges 10 Mexican officials, including Sinaloa governor, with drug trafficking
The U.S. government has charged the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and nine other current and former Mexican officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses in a federal indictment.
Trump says U.S. may cut the number of American troops in Germany
President Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
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Wilmer Valderrama on his 200th "NCIS" episode
As "NCIS" nears the highly-anticipated finale of season 23, it will also be star Wilmer Valderama's 200th episode on the show. He reflects on his time on the series and reveals the season finale will have "a lot of danger," adding, "we're setting a crazy tone for next season."
Reshaping the conversation about aging
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FCC orders review of ABC broadcast licenses
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FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
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FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
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Tech companies post earnings amid bubble concerns
Four of the biggest tech companies reported earnings after the closing bell on Wednesday. Adam Levine, senior tech writer for Barron's, joins CBS News to discuss.
Elon Musk tells court he was a "fool" for funding OpenAI
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Comparing popular smartwatches right now
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Musk testifies for 2nd day in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk testified for a second day on Wednesday in a trial that's pitting two tech titans against each other. Paresh Dave, senior writer at Wired, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
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From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
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Highlights of King Charles' visit to U.S.
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The Justice Department released a photo allegedly showing the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, roughly 30 minutes before he rushed past security at the event. CBS News' Sam Vinograd has more.
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