On the road with Cory Booker
Progressive policy differences are playing out on the campaign trail. CBS News campaign reporter Nicole Sganga joins "Red and Blue" to discuss her conversation with 2020 candidate and Senator Cory Booker.
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Biden, Warren, Harris, Sanders top 2020 field
Our latest CBS News Battleground Tracker poll finds former Vice President Joe Biden holding on to his lead in the pack of Democratic presidential nominees, but his advantage is shrinking in the early primary states. Ed O'Keefe reports.
CBS News poll: Biden's lead shrinks
The latest CBS News Battleground Tracker poll shows former Vice President Joe Biden leading Democratic presidential candidates in early primary and caucus states, but the gap is narrowing. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN about the state of the race so far.
Biden's lead shrinks in new CBS News poll
CBS News' latest Battleground Tracker poll shows former Vice President Joe Biden's lead shrinking, as Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kamala Harris gain ground. CBS News Elections & Surveys Director Anthony Salvanto, CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, and Edward-Isaac Dovere of The Atlantic spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about the state of the race.
Biden leads Dems in new poll
In a new CBS News poll, Joe Biden maintains a lead over other Democratic presidential candidates. But that lead could be shrinking. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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
In the early moments of the second night of the Democratic debate, Vice President Joe Biden and Sen. Kamala Harris jumped in with a disagreement over health care policy. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper and Democratic strategist and CBSN political contributor Lynda Tran join Tanya Rivero on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest from Wednesday night's Democratic debate in Detroit.
Democrats spar on immigration policy
At the second Democratic debate, Julián Castro repeated his proposal to decriminalize border crossings, but the other Democrats on stage weren't ready to join him. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins Tanya Rivero on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
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
At a watch party in Iowa's most populous county, voters reaffirmed their support for former Vice President Joe Biden and said they were impressed by Sen. Cory Booker. CBS News campaign reporter Adam Brewster reports from the state with the first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
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.
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U.S.-Iran talks to resume after exchange of strikes, Trump says
President Trump says U.S.-Iran talks will resume, at Tehran's request, after several days of tit-for-tat strikes tested a shaky ceasefire.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
Comcast plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal
Current shareholders would receive shares in both companies under the planned split, Comcast said Monday.
Dangerous heat wave impacting large swathes of the U.S. this week
A heat wave will blast a large swath of the U.S. this week. The National Weather Service says temperatures will feel hotter because of the high humidity that's arriving with it.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Police say 5 killed, 2 arrested after shooting at German youth center
German police say 2 people are in custody and 5 were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Britain's Princess Kate climbs 3 mountains in 24 hours for charity
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Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Supreme Court turns away Alan Dershowitz's defamation case against CNN
The Supreme Court declined to take up former Harvard law professor Alan Dershowitz's case alleging CNN defamed him.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
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Comcast plans to split into 2 companies, spinning off NBCUniversal
Current shareholders would receive shares in both companies under the planned split, Comcast said Monday.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
Trump vows immediate 100% tariff if countries levy digital services tax
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
Nude portrait by Amedeo Modigliani sets record at auction
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Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices as chip costs soar
Apple is raising the prices of some MacBooks and iPads, while Microsoft is raising Xbox prices as semiconductor costs surge.
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Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Supreme Court turns away Alan Dershowitz's defamation case against CNN
The Supreme Court declined to take up former Harvard law professor Alan Dershowitz's case alleging CNN defamed him.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Supreme Court takes up dispute over Arizona voting restrictions
The Supreme Court agreed to decide whether Arizona can impose voting rules, including a measure that requires documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote on a state form.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons injured in Sussex County car crash
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons was injured in a crash that involved several vehicles in Sussex County Sunday afternoon, he announced on social media.
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Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
Democrats to propose bill capping out-of-pocket Medicare costs for enrollees
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
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Police say 5 killed, 2 arrested after shooting at German youth center
German police say 2 people are in custody and 5 were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
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U.S.-Iran talks to resume after exchange of strikes, Trump says
President Trump says U.S.-Iran talks will resume, at Tehran's request, after several days of tit-for-tat strikes tested a shaky ceasefire.
Pablo Escobar murder victim's son is named Colombia's interior minister
The incoming minister's father, Rodrigo Lara Bonilla, was serving as justice minister in 1984 when he was gunned down in Bogota on Pablo Escobar's orders.
Britain's Princess Kate climbs 3 mountains in 24 hours for charity
The challenge was undertaken to raise awareness for a charity she has been involved with since her own cancer treatment.
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Alan Jackson gives emotional farewell concert
Five years ago, Alan Jackson shared that he has a degenerative nerve condition that affects his balance called Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, which he was first diagnosed with a decade prior.
Songbook: James Taylor sings "Moon River"
Six-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter James Taylor, whose choices of essential American songs include the 1961 hit "Moon River," performs Henry Mancini's tender song of heartbreak for "Sunday Morning" viewers. Accompanying Taylor are Kevin Hays on keyboards, Jon Suters on bass, and Nick Halley on percussion. [Check out the complete "Sunday Morning" Essential American Songbook at cbsnews.com/songbook.]
Larry David on "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness"
The comic icon behind "Curb Your Enthusiasm" brings his own perspective to America's storied past in a new HBO sketch comedy series – finally making use of his history major from college.
Extended interview: Larry David
In this web exclusive, Larry David talks with longtime friend and collaborator Susie Essman about his new HBO sketch comedy series, "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness."
Larry David on "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness"
Larry David brings his own comic perspective to America's storied history in the new HBO sketch comedy series, "Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of Unhappiness." He talks with Susie Essman about finally making use of his history major from college, and how he took comments from one of the show's producers, former President Barack Obama.
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How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" 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.
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Apple, Microsoft announce price hikes
Apple and Microsoft announced they're hiking prices for some electronic products, including computers and XBOX consoles, citing a shortage of memory chips. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein weighs in.
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
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Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
Billionaire Leon Black testifies on Epstein
Billionaire Leon Black testified before the House Oversight Committee on Friday. After Black ended the interview, the committee issued two subpoenas. Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia, a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss this and the U.S. strike on Iran.
Minnesota fraud suspect arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say
Abdikerm Eidleh, accused of playing a key role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was arrested in Somalia after more than four years, federal officials said.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
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Kate, the Princess of Wales, climbed three of the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales to raise money and awareness for a cancer charity. The future queen is also revealing how cancer has changed her life. Holly Williams reports.
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Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.