Voting underway in Texas primary
Voting is underway in Texas' primary election, with a new voting law and altered political maps in place. Jack Fink, a political reporter for CBS Dallas-Fort Worth, joins Elaine Quijano on CBS News' "Red & Blue."
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Leaked Supreme Court draft causing uproar
CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the extraordinary leak of a draft opinion by Justice Samuel Alito that appears ready to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Conservative group urges climate action
The American Conservation Coalition favors taking steps to combat climate change, and believes more young Republicans are concerned about protecting the Earth. The group's executive vice president, Danielle Butcher, joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss their approach.
President Biden calls for a federal gas tax holiday
The Biden administration is calling on Congress to lift the federal gas tax for three months. USA Today White House correspondent Francesca Chambers and CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry join "Red and Blue" to discuss the situation.
Fallout from leaked Supreme Court draft
Democrats and Republicans scrambled to respond following the stunning leak of Justice Samuel Alito's draft opinion on a case that could overturn Roe v. Wade. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from the Supreme Court and CBS News political reporter Caitlin-Huey Burns joins "Red and Blue" from Capitol Hill with the political fallout.
Surprise Jan. 6 hearing scheduled for Tuesday
With the surprise news that the January 6 House select committee will hold a hearing Tuesday, Politico senior legal affairs reporter Kyle Cheney and Axios congressional reporter Alayna Treene join "Red and Blue" to discuss what to expect, as well as some of the possible executive actions President Biden could take on abortion.
Senate passes $3.5 trillion budget resolution
The Senate approved a budget resolution on Wednesday which allows Democrats to move ahead with their $3.5 trillion package for "human infrastructure" advancements. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, USA Today's White House correspondent Courtney Subramanian, and Reuters' White House correspondent Nandita Bose, join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the next steps and the latest from Capitol Hill.
Biden gaining momentum in key states
Our latest CBS News Battleground Tracker shows Joe Biden making gains in key states. With less than 100 days to go until the election, CBS News Elections and Surveys Director Anthony Salvanto joined CBSN's "Countdown to the Vote" special to discuss where the race currently stands.
War in Ukraine enters sixth week of conflict
What Russian troops movements in Ukraine mean for the war now, and why Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes right now is a "turning point" for Ukraine's defenses. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins "Red and Blue" from the Pentagon.
Female candidates may face "relatability gap"
There are more women running for president than ever before, and a growing number of white women are voting for Democrats. But author Jay Newton-Small argues there could be a "relatability gap" between the female 2020 hopefuls and non-college educated white women. She joined "Red and Blue" to discuss what candidates can do to overcome this gap.
Former Joint Chiefs chair on Trump-Biden transition
President Trump is threatening to veto billions of dollars in military spending unless Congress repeals legal protections for internet companies. Admiral Mike Mullen, who chaired the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 2007-2011, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the impact a veto would have, and the challenges facing President-elect Joe Biden.
Senate health care
Republican Sens. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, are the latest lawmakers to come out against the GOP bill to repeal and replace Obamacare. So does that mean the bill is dead? CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris and POLITICO congressional reporter Rachael Bade join "Red & Blue" to break down the latest development in the health care battle.
Biden: "Buy American," create green jobs
President Joe Biden is directing the federal government to buy more products from domestic producers, and he's also promoting his climate change plan as a way to grow green sectors of the economy. Neil Bradley, executive vice president and chief policy officer for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the Biden administration's goals will impact the business community.
Charlie LeDuff interview
Journalist Charlie LeDuff says rage unites vast swathes of the country, he says, from protesters in Ferguson to Flint, Michigan, to Detroit, to Chicago, and back to New York, even if people in those groups don't naturally find common ground. LeDuff joins Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" to discuss his new book what he found in his reporting throughout the country and his new book "Sh*tshow! The Country's Collapsing . . . and the Ratings Are Great"
Liz Cheney raises funds despite GOP divisions
Representative Liz Cheney of Wyoming is pulling impressively high fundraising numbers ahead of the primary despite a dramatic loss of support within her own Republican Party. Jim King, a professor of political science at the School of Politics, Public Affairs and International Studies at the University of Wyoming, joins “Red and Blue” to discuss why she should be counted out of the primary race.
Biden pledges to halve U.S. emissions
President Biden is making a new pledge to cut U.S. greenhouse gas emissions as he tries to put the country back at the center of global climate policy. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy, Politico White House correspondent Natasha Korecki and NPR political reporter Juana Summers join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how the government plans to reach the goal and what comes next.
Nevada's culinary union does not endorse 2020 candidate
Ahead of the Nevada caucus, the state's culinary union has decided not to endorse a 2020 Democratic candidate. Las Vegas Review-Journal politics reporter Rory Appleton joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more.
French ambassador on Russia-Ukraine crisis
France's ambassador to the U.S., Philippe Etienne, joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss his country's leading role in talks with Russia and the latest in the standoff over Ukraine.
Amy Coney Barrett nomination and the evangelical vote
The Senate is expected to confirm judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court before the presidential election. Bonnie Kristian — contributing editor for "The Week" and a columnist for "Christianity Today" magazine — joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how this will impact the evangelical vote.
Trump DHS chief on immigration and Capitol riots
Chad Wolf, who was acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Security in the Trump administration, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the new changes the Biden administration is making to the immigration system, as well as what his department knew about the threats leading up to the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Authoritarianism in the U.S.
Is the United States heading toward authoritarianism? According to former Obama administration official Cass Sunstein, it depends on how you define it. He joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" to talk about his new essay collection, "Can It Happen Here? Authoritarianism in America."
What's behind unfounded "great replacement" theory
Republicans are increasingly facing questions about their party's association with the extremist "great replacement" theory following Saturday's massacre in Buffalo, New York. Major Garrett chats with New York Times political and investigative reporter Nicholas Confessore on "Red and Blue" about what this racist conspiracy theory means and the role it plays in U.S. politics.
Next Jan. 6 hearing & more political news
The next hearing of the January 6 House select committee has been set for July 12. Plus, we get the latest from the White House on the economy and Brittney Griner. CBS News politics correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns and Wall Street Journal congressional correspondent Natalie Andrews join "Red and Blue" to discuss these issues and more.
Preparing for influx of Afghan refugees
Thousands of Afghan nationals are fleeing their country over fears of Taliban retaliation and repression. Organizations across the U.S. are now preparing to assist Afghans in the resettlement process. Ashley Faye, the development director for Refugee Services of Texas, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss what they're doing to help.
Former top FBI official on violent protests
Former FBI assistant director Bill Gavin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss law enforcement's response the violence as pro-Trump protesters stormed Capitol Hill no Wednesday afternoon.
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."
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.
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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."
Lawmakers demand answers, recommendations to crack down 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.
Senate GOP advances budget resolution, kickstarting process to fund ICE
Senate Republicans advanced a budget resolution to begin the process of funding immigration agencies under DHS without help from Democrats.
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.
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.
Virginia Democrats seek 10-1 congressional map with voter referendum
The referendum is seeking to amend the state's constitution to use the Democratic-controlled Assembly's redrawn congressional maps, which will give Democrats an advantage in 10 of the state's 11 House districts.
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."
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Lawmakers demand answers, recommendations to crack down 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."
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.
Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress before Ethics hearing on sanctions
The Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee hearing to determine whether she should be punished.
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UPS, FedEx and DHL file for tariff refunds. What it means for consumers.
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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.
Uber found liable for actions of driver who grabbed passenger's inner thigh
The so-called bellwether case is part of a broader group of sexual assault lawsuits filed against Uber in multiple jurisdictions around the country and is the third to go to trial.
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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."
Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from Congress before Ethics hearing on sanctions
The Florida Democrat stepped down shortly before a House Ethics Committee hearing to determine whether she should be punished.
Senate GOP advances budget resolution, kickstarting process to fund ICE
Senate Republicans advanced a budget resolution to begin the process of funding immigration agencies under DHS without help from Democrats.
Hegseth scraps mandatory flu shots for troops
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said U.S. service members will no longer be required to get annual flu shots.
Southern Poverty Law Center facing DOJ probe over use of paid informants
The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid informants to infiltrate extremist groups.
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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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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.
Indigo Girls' member reveals incurable medical disorder affecting her voice
Emily Saliers, one-half of the Atlanta folk duo The Indigo Girls, has revealed that she has been diagnosed with two incurable movement disorders that will forever change the way that she sings.
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How Tim Cook's Apple exit impacts big tech
Tim Cook announced he's stepping down as Apple CEO after nearly 15 years. Anna Rathbun, the CEO and founder of Grenadilla Advisory, joins with more.
Major change at Apple
Apple CEO Tim Cook announced he is stepping down from his leadership role running one of the world's biggest companies. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO
Tim Cook, who has been with Apple for nearly three decades and has served as the company's CEO for 15 years, will step down in September and stay on as chairman. The tech giant announced Monday who will replace Cook. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO
After 15 years, Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO. Starting in September, Cook will be the executive chairman of Apple's board of directors. New York Times technology correspondent Mike Isaac joins CBS News to discuss.
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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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Disappearances, deaths of staff at federal labs
The FBI is investigating the cases of at least 10 staffers at secret government labs who have either died or disappeared. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
D4vd pleads not guilty to first-degree murder
Singer and songwriter D4vd is facing several charges linked to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. CBS News' Matt Gutman has the latest.
Weinstein faces third rape trial in New York
Disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein will be in a Manhattan courtroom on Tuesday for trial. He is accused of third-degree rape. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacán pyramids
A Canadian tourist was killed, and 13 others were injured, during a shooting at the popular Teotihuacán pyramids in Mexico, officials confirmed. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
D4vd charged with murder, pleads not guilty
Singer D4vd pleaded not guilty Monday to first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. If convicted he could face the death penalty.
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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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Disappearances, deaths of staff at federal labs
The FBI is investigating the cases of at least 10 staffers at secret government labs who have either died or disappeared. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
CIA employees die in Mexico car crash
Leaders in Mexico are demanding answers after two CIA employees died in a car crash following a drug lab raid. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
Sean Duffy on modernizing air traffic control
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is asking Congress for more funding to modernize the air traffic control system after a close call between two Southwest jets in Nashville. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave spoke with Duffy and asked about his plans.
Trump extends Iran ceasefire until talks wrap
Hours before the Iran ceasefire was set to expire on Tuesday, President Trump announced he extended the truce until "discussions are concluded." CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Virginia redistricting election underway
Virginia voters are headed to the polls Tuesday for a special election that would redraw the state's congressional district map. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.