5/2: America Decides
What is at issue with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden when it comes to debt ceiling talks; How the topic of age is impacting 2024 campaigns.
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President Biden, congressional leaders hold second debt ceiling meeting; How Pennsylvania races could set the stage for party control shifts.
5/23: America Decides
Debt solution not yet set as deadline approaches; Scott widens GOP 2024, is DeSantis or Suarez next?
Washington leaders work to prevent debt default
The White House and Republican congressional leaders are continuing to negotiate in an effort to prevent an unprecedented debt default, which could happen as soon as next week. House Democrats have signed a petition to raise the debt ceiling.
Debt limit talks remain at a stalemate
Debt ceiling negotiations remain at a stalemate. Officials on both sides remain far apart on their demands, according to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
U.S. House to recess amid debt ceiling talks
Debt ceiling negotiators met again Wednesday with just about a week to go until the Treasury's default deadline. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said the two sides are "still far apart." CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
McCarthy blames Dems for debt limit standoff
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy addressed reporters Wednesday, blaming Democrats for the debt ceiling impasse. He argued Democrats could have raised the debt limit before he became speaker.
Debt negotiators clash over spending caps
Despite the ever-shrinking timeline until the U.S. defaults on its debts, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters Tuesday he still thinks a deal is possible. But he also made clear there's still work to be done. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.
McCarthy, Biden still far apart in debt talks
House Speaker McCarthy said Tuesday that he and President Biden are "nowhere close" to a deal on raising the debt limit. Negotiators continue to meet as the default deadline approaches. Nikole Killion has more.
The sticking points in debt ceiling talks
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says he and President Biden are still not close to a deal on the debt ceiling. Jeff Stein, White House economics reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBS News to break down how the Biden administration is weighing the risks of default and its political priorities.
McCarthy says two sides far from debt deal
One day after President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy called their meeting at the White House "productive," McCarthy made clear Tuesday that the two sides are still nowhere near an agreement. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion report from Capitol Hill.
5/23: CBS News Mornings
President Biden, Speaker McCarthy optimistic as negotiations continue and debt deadline looms; Heavy travel expected for Memorial Day weekend.
Biden, McCarthy show optimism on debt limit
President Biden met again with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy Monday over the looming debt ceiling crisis. Despite describing their negotiations as "productive," McCarthy says he and the president are "still apart" on the terms of a deal. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion have more.
"Productive" debt talks continue
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy will continue to meet daily to discuss the debt ceiling as the deadline looms. It is nine days away. The White House and Republicans are haggling over spending cuts, while Americans worry a possible default could impact their financial futures. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports from the White House.
Biden and McCarthy resume debt ceiling talks
President Biden welcomed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to the White House Monday to try and iron out a debt limit deal. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
McCarthy says debt ceilng meeting with Biden "productive"
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy huddled yet again as the debt ceiling "X" date nears.
Biden, McCarthy meet one-on-one
President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy met Monday to try to reach a deal on raising the debt ceiling. McCarthy, who is demanding drastic spending cuts, said he was optimistic a compromise could be reached. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Biden, McCarthy meet on debt ceiling
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met about the debt ceiling at the White House less than two weeks before the default deadline. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion report.
Debt limit negotiators seemingly miles apart
The clock is ticking on the possibility of reaching a deal on the debt ceiling. President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy meet again Monday for negotiations. But there is still a lot of ground to cover. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Biden and McCarthy to resume talks Monday as debt default deadline looms
McCarthy said Sunday that he had a "productive" call with Mr. Biden as the president returns from the G-7 conference in Japan.
Still no deal in debt ceiling standoff
Following several meetings Friday, White House negotiators and Republican congressional leaders left the Capitol without an agreement on solving the nation's debt ceiling crisis. President Biden is expected to cut short his Asia-Pacific trip to return to Washington to address the issue. Christina Ruffini has the latest.
Republicans, White House on debt talks pause
Debt ceiling negotiations remain bumpy with less than two weeks to cut a deal. Republicans accuse the White House of being "unreasonable," which Biden's negotiating team disputes. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Debt ceiling negotiations set to resume
After negotiations over the nation’s debt ceiling appeared to have initially stalled, with Republican negotiators walking out of talks with White House officials, the talks were expected to resume late Friday night, CBS News learned. President Biden is cutting short an Asia-Pacific trip and will be returning to Washington in the hopes of reaching a deal. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Still no deal on debt limit
President Biden and congressional leaders met again Tuesday, but still have not reached a deal on raising the debt limit. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns the U.S. may not be able to pay its bills as early as June 1. Ed O'Keefe reports.
McCarthy strikes optimistic tone on debt ceiling talks: "I see the path"
The House speaker said negotiations are in "a much better place" than they were a week ago.
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"WE GOT HIM!," Trump declares after U.S. airman rescued deep inside Iran
As the Iran war passes the five-week mark, President Trump hailed the rescue of a U.S. airman who was missing for days inside Iran — and threatened to hit power plants if Iran doesn't let the Strait of Hormuz open.
Former CENTCOM commander calls rescue of U.S. airman a "hard lesson for Iran"
Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, a former commander of U.S. Central Command, outlined takeaways on the search-and-rescue mission for a missing U.S. airman on "Face the Nation," and called it a "hard lesson for Iran."
What NASA is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.
Missing U.S. crew member from downed fighter jet rescued in Iran, Trump says
A U.S. crew member who went missing when an F-15E fighter jet was shot down over a remote area of Iran has been rescued by U.S. forces.
Family of Iran military leader Soleimani has U.S. residence visas revoked
Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter were granted U.S. asylum in 2019, but the government is now moving to strip them of their green cards.
U.S. drawn deeper into war, as Trump calls for Iran to accept a deal
While President Trump threatens to bomb Iran "back to the stone ages" if they do not agree to a deal to end the war, some experts tell CBS News that the continuing war will likely make the regime in Tehran more determined to build a nuclear weapon.
Ousted Army chief of staff says soldiers deserve "courageous leaders" in email
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked George to step down and take immediate retirement, CBS News exclusively reported earlier this week.
Secret Service investigating overnight gunfire near White House
No injuries were reported and a suspect was not located following a search of the area, the Secret Service said.
Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
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4 killed in Alabama car crash during pursuit by state trooper
The driver was trying to elude the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's highway patrol on a rural road in southeast Alabama's Pike County when the crash occurred late Friday night.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie join Ed O'Keefe.
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
What NASA is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.
Secret Service investigating overnight gunfire near White House
No injuries were reported and a suspect was not located following a search of the area, the Secret Service said.
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See which stores are open and closed for Easter 2026
Some major retailers and other stores will close their doors on Easter, so it's best to plan ahead. Here's what to know.
Sauté pans sold at Costco recalled after metal caps "forcefully eject"
One consumer reported sustaining bruising and burn injuries.
Chicago Fed's Goolsbee says he sees inflation as risk to 2026 rate cuts
Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, said mounting inflation risks "complicates the picture" on interest rates.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
U.S. consumers are starting to feel the financial impact of the Iran war. Here's how the conflict is seeping into the economy.
3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS are recalled
The eye drops — sold under multiple brands — have been recalled over concerns about sterility, according to the FDA.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie join Ed O'Keefe.
What NASA is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.
Former CENTCOM commander calls rescue of U.S. airman a "hard lesson for Iran"
Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, a former commander of U.S. Central Command, outlined takeaways on the search-and-rescue mission for a missing U.S. airman on "Face the Nation," and called it a "hard lesson for Iran."
Transcript: Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of an interview with retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, former commander of U.S. Central Command, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 5, 2026.
Transcript: NASA's Jared Isaacman on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of an interview with NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 5, 2026.
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Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
He thought he was in good health — until fainting during a bike ride
John Cantrell was enjoying his retirement until an unexpected condition forced him to choose between two kinds of heart surgery.
HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
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Falling tree kills 3, including 10-month-old, on Easter egg hunt in Germany
Three people, including a 10-month-old girl, were killed Sunday when high winds toppled a tree during an Easter egg hunt, German police said.
How archaeology turns political in the West Bank
Archaeologists, residents and government officials talk about how uncovering and preserving centuries-old sites and artifacts in Israel and the West Bank also serves to highlight contemporary disputes over ownership rights, and concerns about history being erased.
British Prime Minister criticizes London festival for booking Kanye West
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was concerned about Kanye West's planned appearances at a London festival, given the rapper's past antisemitic remarks.
Divine art: Inside the Vatican's Mosaic Studio
For hundreds of years, St. Peter's Basilica has been adorned by mosaics – millions of tiny colored tiles melted and fashioned into astonishing art – created using tools and techniques dating back centuries.
U.S. drawn deeper into war, as Trump calls for Iran to accept a deal
While President Trump threatens to bomb Iran "back to the stone ages" if they do not agree to a deal to end the war, some experts tell CBS News that the continuing war will likely make the regime in Tehran more determined to build a nuclear weapon.
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Actress Tori Spelling hospitalized after Southern California crash
"Beverly Hills, 90210" actress Tori Spelling was involved in a two-car crash in Temecula on Thursday night, according to her manager and Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials.
4/5: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The Vatican's Mosaic Studio; a fight over history at West Bank archaeological sites; Dan Levy on his new series "Big Mistakes"; the creative talents behind "Hacks"; the latest on the Artemis II lunar mission; the works of Renaissance artist Raphael; and the beauty of moss.
The sublime perfection of Raphael
One of the greatest artists of the Italian Renaissance is now the subject of the first comprehensive exhibition of his work ever in the United States, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
Extended Interview: Jean Smart
In this web exclusive, Jean Smart, the Emmy-winning star of "Hacks," talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about filming the final season of her HBO series.
Inside the final season of "Hacks"
The Emmy-winning HBO comedy "Hacks," about the travails of comedian Deborah Vance and her writer, Ava, is launching its fifth and final season. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with stars Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder about saying goodbye to roles that were a match made in comedy heaven. Smith also talks with the show's co-creators: Jen Statsky, Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello (who describes directing one episode while in labor).
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The $100,000 H-1B visa fee is impacting the U.S.'s ability to attract global talent
According to numbers from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, more than 70% of H-1B visa holders in 2024 were Indian.
New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
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.
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
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Artemis II astronauts speak during historic lunar mission
On Monday, the astronauts aboard the Artemis II spacecraft will loop around the Moon's far side, part of a mission pushing human beings farther from Earth than anyone has ever been. Correspondent Mark Strassmann talked with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen as the crew was about 180,000 miles from home, preparing for their historic lunar flyby.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
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Robbery reveals sinister plot to kill a man with a root beer float
When Harold Allen died suddenly in his home in Freetown, Indiana, no one suspected anything out of the ordinary. Nine months later, a burglary at his home would lead to a murder investigation and an unusual weapon.
Would Michigan investigators be able to prove murder in a case without a body?
After Dee Warner, a Michigan businesswoman and mother, disappeared from her home, her family believed she has been murdered and suspected her husband Dale Warner. But without physical evidence, they knew it would be hard to prove.
Man arrested at retirement home for wife's murder decades earlier
Janice Randle was found dead in her bed in 1992, but police couldn't make an arrest in the case until new information emerged.
From 1996: FBI arrests suspected Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI arrested Theodore Kaczynski in the Unabomber case, ending one of the longest and most intense manhunts in U.S. history. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
More on Pam Bondi's firing
President Trump's firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi is raising questions about their dynamic in the months prior. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
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Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
Despite toilet trouble, Artemis II crew reflects on wonder of deep space experience
Amid ongoing toilet trouble, the Artemis II astronauts reflected on the wonder of sailing through deep space to the moon.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
NASA shares first photos of Earth taken by Artemis II
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
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4/5: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The Vatican's Mosaic Studio; a fight over history at West Bank archaeological sites; Dan Levy on his new series "Big Mistakes"; the creative talents behind "Hacks"; the latest on the Artemis II lunar mission; the works of Renaissance artist Raphael; and the beauty of moss.
Reporters break down Iran war on "Face the Nation"
The New York Times' David Sanger, Bloomberg's Jeff Mason and Cook Political Report's Amy Walter discuss the Iran war, its political implications and the upcoming midterms on "Face the Nation."
NASA's Jared Isaacman on Artemis II mission
Days after the Artemis II mission launched toward the moon, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman told CBS News' Ed O'Keefe on "Face the Nation" the primary goal in this phase is to gather data to help prepare for an eventual return to the lunar surface.
Face the Nation: Isaacman, Broglio, reporters
Missed the second half of the show? Archbishop Timothy Broglio and NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman join, along with a panel of political reporters.
Military archbishop on Iran war
Archbishop Timothy Broglio, who leads Catholic military chaplains, said on "Face the Nation" he wants negotiations to end the Iran war, and argued "it's hard" to see the war "as something that would be sponsored by the Lord."