Michigan's pre-Roe abortion law
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel speaks with "Red and Blue" about her state's abortion law and what her office is doing to protect a woman's right to choose.
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Special counsel appointed
The Justice Department appointed special counsel to oversee the investigation into the Trump administration and Russian meddling in the 2016 election. Richard Painter, who served as chief White House ethics lawyer under former President George W. Bush, joined "Red & Blue." Painter said that while Robert Mueller is an "excellent" choice for special counsel, it's important White House staff stay out of this investigation.
Rep. Conor Lamb's Senate run
Congressman Conor Lamb joined "Red and Blue" to talk about recent mass shootings, politics in Pennsylvania and the direction of the Democratic Party nationwide.
Continuing John Lewis' fight for Black voters
Activists following in the footsteps of the late Congressman John Lewis are keeping up the fight for Black voters' rights. With less than 100 days to go until the presidential election, LaTosha Brown, co-founder of the Black Voters Matter Fund, joined CBSN's "Countdown to the Vote" special with more.
Former Michigan GOP leader on 2022 midterms
The former executive director of Michigan's Republican Party and GOP strategist Jason Cabel Roe joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss why he thinks relitigating the 2020 election is a losing strategy for Republicans in 2022, and how the party should frame President Biden's big spending proposals.
Slain journalist's family calls for justice
Palestinian-American journalist Shireen Abu Akleh's family spoke with officials in Washington this week, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Abu Akleh was killed in the West Bank in May. Abu Akleh's niece, Lina Abu Akleh, spoke about the trip and justice for her aunt on "Red and Blue."
Health care bill
Senate Republican leaders are set to unveil their version of the House measure to overhaul the Affordable Care Act. Ben Brody of Bloomberg Politics and Molly Hooper of The Hill join "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Barr: Trump's tweets make it "impossible" to do my job
Attorney General William Barr says in an interview that President Trump's tweets make it "impossible" for him to do his job. Congressional reporter for the Los Angeles Times Jennifer Haberkorn and McClatchy White House correspondent Francesca Chambers join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
Trump Jr. ethics
The White House is downplaying a meeting between Donald Trump Jr. and a Kremlin-connected lawyer in June 2016. Former Bush ethics lawyer Richard Painter joined "Red & Blue" and said if he had been contacted by Russia with information on an opponent, his first reaction would be to call the FBI.
Trump campaign doubles communication staff
President Trump's re-election team is building out its campaign infrastructure with a round of new hires. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News political eorrespondent Ed O'Keefe spoke to "Red & Blue" about this and the rest of the day's 2020 news.
Trump: U.S. will leave Iraq, but not yet
President Trump is defending the U.S. airstrike that killed top Iranian General Qassam Suleimani. Mr. Trump also said that the U.S. will pull troops out of Iraq "at some point," but now is not that point. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge, Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller, and Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Natalie Andrews spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about what comes next.
Rep. Dina Titus discusses federal gun legislation
Democratic Rep. Dina Titus shares her thoughts on the state of federal gun legislation on "Red and Blue."
Pete Buttigieg explores presidential bid
Pete Buttigieg, the mayor of South Bend, Indiana, launched an exploratory committee for a possible 2020 presidential bid. Andrew Downs, director of the Indiana University Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics, joins CBSN with more on what Buttigieg would bring to the race.
Polls: Biden leading in 2 key swing states
The latest CBS News Battleground Tracker estimates Joe Biden with a slight lead over President Trump in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break it down.
Training troops in Ukraine
The Ukrainian government has spent the better part of the last decade preparing its soldiers and civilians to fight if needed and planting the seed of resistance. That plan is helping the country push back against Russia's invasion. Davis Winkie, reporter with the Army Times, joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Baby formula shortage impacting families
CBS News' Elise Preston reports on the baby formula shortages affecting families nationwide, and then Brian Dittmeier, senior director of public policy at the National Women, Infants and Children Association, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the impact.
Former Rep. Will Hurd on violent protests
Former Texas Republican Congressman Will Hurd joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the violent pro-Trump protesters who stormed Capitol Hill, and what he'd like to see from his party and the president going forward.
Rep. Matt Gaetz "absolutely not resigning"
Florida Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz says he has no plans to leave office as he faces an investigation over an alleged relationship with an underage girl. Miami Herald capital bureau chief Mary Ellen Klas joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss Gaetz's response.
Missouri GOP lawmakers block Medicaid funds
Republican lawmakers in Missouri are blocking funding that would provide thousands of low-income workers with health insurance even though voters approved the expansion of Medicaid. Jeanne Kuang, a Missouri State House reporter for the Kansas City Star, joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what happens next.
Former daughter-in-law of Trump Org CFO working with prosecutors
Jennifer and Barry Weisselberg's divorce was a contentious battle, but few realized during the 2017 and 2018 proceedings that it would end up at the center of one of the most high-profile criminal investigations in history – the Manhattan District Attorney's probe into Donald Trump. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss his reporting.
Biggest "political turkeys" of 2020
President Trump used his executive power to participate in the White House tradition of pardonting the national Thanksgiving turkey this week. At 42 lbs., is "Corn" the biggest political turkey of 2020? Not according to the National Journal's Josh Kraushaar, who spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about his biggest political turkeys of the year.
Jan. 6 committee says Trump, allies engaged in "criminal conspiracy"
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol said in a court filing late Wednesday that it had evidence that former President Trump and his allies engaged in a "criminal conspiracy" by trying to block Congress from certifying the election. CBS News political contributor Rebecca Roiphe and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion give an update on the January 6th investigation and cases.
The politics of both parties on abortion
Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would have protected abortion rights under federal law. With the future of Roe v. Wade in doubt, Democrats and Republicans expect abortion to become a key campaign issue in the midterms. CBS News political analyst Leslie Sanchez and CBS News political contributor Joel Payne join "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Round table rates Congress
In a discussion with CBS News contributor and Republican strategist Frank Luntz, a group of six Republican and six Democratic lawmakers said Congress isn't doing its best to represent the American people. Luntz joined "Red & Blue" to explain.
Government shutdown latest
CBS News has learned President Trump will "very likely" sign an agreement to avoid another government shutdown. Associated Press White House reporter Jill Colvin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
Trump issues new executive orders targeting birthright citizenship
His earlier executive order along those lines was struck down by the Supreme Court in June.
Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee
Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, the Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.
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Iran, Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz getting close, Tehran says
Iran and Oman are close to agreeing on new arrangements for the Strait of Hormuz, but not for a full reopening of the vital waterway, Iran's state news agency says.
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Trump voter pleads for fiancée's release after ICE arrest: "They're destroying families"
"They are picking up law-abiding citizens. They're destroying families, jobs," said a Texas man who regrets his vote for President Trump after his fiancée, an immigrant from Venezuela, was detained by ICE.
Mitch McConnell says he's been discharged from rehab
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky was hospitalized on June 14.
Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress over his refusal to answer questions during testimony last week.
Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say
A flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters is responsible for at least five deaths so far this year in Louisiana, state health officials reported Thursday.
Bessent announces crackdown on undocumented immigrants' use of U.S. banks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Arizona bankers the administration won't allow "risks posed by the extension of financial services to illegal aliens."
Stevens says of El-Sayed: "Differences were aired out"
Though Rep. Haley Stevens stressed a unified front moving forward, she was evasive on whether she would appear with El-Sayed on the campaign trail.
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Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee
Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, the Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.
Court orders Meta and Instagram to pay $567M to address kids' mental health
A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms.
FAA orders inspections of 737 Max jets after cracks found in older planes
The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered inspections of hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets after cracks were found in parts of some older model Boeing planes.
Spokane arson suspect had planned devastating wildfire for weeks, police say
Police said a man charged with starting a wildfire confessed to the crime, describing how he planned it for weeks and created a device to ignite a blaze that destroyed hundreds of buildings.
Stevens says of El-Sayed: "Differences were aired out"
Though Rep. Haley Stevens stressed a unified front moving forward, she was evasive on whether she would appear with El-Sayed on the campaign trail.
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Court orders Meta and Instagram to pay $567M to address kids' mental health
A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people from its platforms.
Bessent announces crackdown on undocumented immigrants' use of U.S. banks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Arizona bankers the administration won't allow "risks posed by the extension of financial services to illegal aliens."
America's water systems are getting hacked amid security gaps, experts say
The nation's 152,000 public water systems often lack defenses against malicious actors, cybersecurity experts said. Here's what to know.
Entrepreneurship is booming in the U.S. Gen Zers are leading the way.
Young Americans, tired of working for others and boosted by AI, are driving a surge in new businesses.
Millions of children could lose free school meals this fall, experts say
Some families could face an additional $2,200 in food costs this year if their kids lose access to free school meals, according to one estimate.
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Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee
Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, the Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins Republican primary for Tennessee governor
Sen. Marsha Blackburn had faced two primary challengers, including Rep. John Rose.
Stevens says of El-Sayed: "Differences were aired out"
Though Rep. Haley Stevens stressed a unified front moving forward, she was evasive on whether she would appear with El-Sayed on the campaign trail.
Bessent announces crackdown on undocumented immigrants' use of U.S. banks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Arizona bankers the administration won't allow "risks posed by the extension of financial services to illegal aliens."
U.S. Marine vet, detained in Russia since 2022, hospitalized in serious condition
Robert Gilman, 32, is being held at a Russian hospital in what his advocate, Eric Lebson of Global Reach, described as a "dissociative stupor."
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Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say
A flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters is responsible for at least five deaths so far this year in Louisiana, state health officials reported Thursday.
Minnesota Chipotle burrito bowl meal led to sepsis hospitalization, lawsuit says
A Minnesota woman says she fainted, spiked a 102-degree fever, and was hospitalized with sepsis three days after eating a chicken burrito bowl at a Chipotle in Roseville, and genetic testing connected her case to a multistate outbreak, according to a lawsuit filed Tuesday.
What Fauci has said about COVID origins, gain-of-function research
Thursday's vote to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress follows years of tension with GOP Sen. Rand Paul, hinging on the origins of the coronavirus and a controversial type of research.
FDA approves Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine after initial pushback
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a new seasonal flu vaccine from Moderna that uses mRNA technology, the drugmaker announced.
Toddler twins reunited after cancer treatment
A video showing 3-year-old twins Millie and Maverick reuniting after one of them had to undergo cancer treatment hours away from their home has gone viral. Matt Gutman reports.
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U.S. Marine vet, detained in Russia since 2022, hospitalized in serious condition
Robert Gilman, 32, is being held at a Russian hospital in what his advocate, Eric Lebson of Global Reach, described as a "dissociative stupor."
Star Cambridge professor resigns amid plagiarism allegations
Jason Arday, who joined Cambridge in 2023 at the age of 37, became one of Britain's most high-profile academics after sharing an extraordinary life story.
Red alert issued for major Italian cities as heat wave grips Europe, sets Austria record
The heat has set a national temperature record in Austria, fueled wildfires in France and disrupted energy and transportation systems across the continent.
Trump denies U.S. running low on some munitions, says vast resupplies being made
President Trump is taking issue with recent reports of significant U.S. munitions shortages due to the war with Iran.
More rescued beluga whales arrive in Texas as relocation effort continues
SeaWorld San Antonio welcomed seven more beluga whales on Tuesday, the latest development in the international effort to relocate dozens of the mammals from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
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Diarra Kilpatrick on her show's new season
Diarra Kilpatrick, who stars in "Diarra from Detroit," joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the show's new season, which premiered on Paramount+ last week.
Amanda Kloots on her new dating show
Amanda Kloots, a Broadway dancer, podcast host and best friend to reality star Harry Jowsey, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new Netflix series "Let's Marry Harry."
Inside the risky business of Broadway musicals
The costs of a Broadway musical production have skyrocketed in recent years. CBS News contributor Jamie Wax reports.
Aaron Pierre talks new series, "Lanterns"
Actor Aaron Pierre is starring as John Stewart in the new series "Lanterns." He tells "CBS Mornings" why this character is special to him, what it's like to join the DC Universe and how he managed undergoing surgery during the audition process.
Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
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Kids dropping phones for summer jobs
Meet the children leaving their devices behind this summer to flex their entrepreneurial muscles with summer jobs.
Concerns over misuse of Flock cameras
Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media, joins CBS News to discuss criticisms of Flock cameras and the push by some cities to replace Flock cameras with different surveillance devices like license plate readers.
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.
Cyberattacks target U.S. water systems
U.S. officials suspect Iran-backed hackers may be behind cyberattacks that have been reported in at least 12 states. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more details.
Meta says its AI model breached a third-party company during testing
Tech giant Meta revealed Wednesday that one of its artificial intelligence models hacked another organization during testing, the third time in recent weeks that an AI model has improperly accessed a third-party company.
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Genetically altered beagles offer hope for dog lovers with allergies
Matt Walker, a geneticist and the CEO of Kindred Companion Sciences, joins "CBS Mornings" with his gene-altered beagle, Bailey, to discuss creating future options for people with severe pet allergies.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
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Cyber scams costing Americans billions
Matt Gutman reports on how he almost fell for a scam involving his bank as more Americans are becoming victims to similar cyber crimes each year.
Concern grows over misuse of Flock cameras
Privacy groups are expressing concerns over Flock cameras, the devices that capture license plates and are often used in criminal investigations. They argue that police may be using them for improper reasons. Mark Strassman reports.
Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism resigns
Jason Arday, who made history as Cambridge's youngest Black professor, has resigned after accusations of plagiarism and fabrications in his biography. Arday has denied any deliberate wrongdoing. Holly Williams has the details.
Young children hit woman with stolen car
Police say two children under the age of 10 stole and crashed their parents' car in Oakland, California, on Thursday, sending a woman and themselves to the hospital. Da Lin reports.
Boeing planes to be inspected for cracks
Federal regulators have ordered nearly 500 Boeing jets in the U.S. to be inspected for cracks in the fuselage. Kris Van Cleave has the details.
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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61 years since Voting Rights Act was signed
Sixty-one years ago, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law, helping advance equal access to the ballot box by banning racial discrimination. Now, court rulings, new election laws and federal policy proposals are renewing questions about voter access. Election law expert and CBS News contributor David Becker has more.
Louisiana officials warn of flesh-eating bacteria
As the summer season continues to bring people to the beach, the Louisiana Health Department warns to take precautions against a potentially fatal flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters. Officials confirmed nine cases this year and five deaths.
Hall of Fame Game kicks off 2026 NFL preseason
The 2026 NFL preseason kicks off Thursday night as the Carolina Panthers take on the Arizona Cardinals in the annual Hall of Fame Game. Zack Rosenblatt, senior NFL writer for the Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss the game and the upcoming season.
Kids dropping phones for summer jobs
Meet the children leaving their devices behind this summer to flex their entrepreneurial muscles with summer jobs.
The stakes in next week's Wisconsin primary
More states will hold primary elections next week, including Wisconsin, where democratic socialist Francesca Hong is leading several polls in her run for governor. CBS News' Zak Hudak takes a look at the race as the countdown to the midterm elections continues.