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.
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Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Iran says it "cannot trust" U.S. in negotiations
Two days of talks in Washington between Lebanon and Israel produced an extension of the current ceasefire by 45 days.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Colorado governor commutes Trump ally Tina Peters' prison sentence
Colorado's governor on Friday announced he is commuting the sentence of former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Long Island Rail Road workers go on strike after failing to reach new contract
The strike stems from an inability to reach a deal on a new four-year contract. The MTA and unions agreed to the terms of the first three years, but disputes arose about the final year.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
A longtime Atlanta principal retired, then returned to his school as a handyman
David White retired as the longtime principal at the Burgess-Peterson Academy in Atlanta, and then returned to the school as its handyman.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
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Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Which college majors offer the best long-term return on investment?
College grads outearn people without a degree within 15 years, even after paying for tuition, study finds.
How will Jerome Powell be remembered as he exits as Fed chair?
As Powell steps down after more than eight years leading the Federal Reserve, economists say he helped steer the U.S. through historic shocks but misread inflation.
Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
Trump Mobile says its T1 mobile phone to ship this week
Trump Mobile's $499 gold-toned phone has faced delays since it was unveiled in June 2025.
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Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Supreme Court rejects Virginia Democrats' bid to revive new congressional map
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a bid by Virginia Democrats to revive its new voter-approved congressional map that was drawn to advantage the party for the upcoming midterm elections.
Trump talks up trade deals with China, but experts see no big wins for U.S.
President Trump's trip to China could bolster economic relations, but failed to deliver a breakthrough deal, some trade and energy experts said.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Controversial FDA official leaving drug center post in latest departure at agency
Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg, leader of the Food and Drug Administration division responsible for regulating prescription and over-the-counter drugs, is leaving her post, a senior FDA official confirmed.
Health officials battle new Ebola outbreak
Doctors are monitoring an Ebola epidemic in Africa that may be to blame for dozens of deaths so far. Lilia Luciano reports and spoke with a U.S. doctor who recovered from the virus.
The origins of hantavirus
The deadly hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch-flagged cruise ship was caused by the Andes virus, the only known strain to spread from person to person. Rodents are known to carry hantavirus, but what's the disease's origin story? Ramy Inocencio explains.
Ebola outbreak in Congo kills dozens, Africa's CDC says
A new Ebola outbreak in a remote province in Congo has caused 65 deaths and 246 suspected cases so far, Africa CDC says.
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Trump says U.S. kills Islamic State leader in Nigeria
President Trump announced Friday evening that U.S. and Nigerian military forces had killed Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a leader in the Islamic State group.
New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers
A New York doctor who contracted and survived Ebola more than a decade ago says he is worried for healthcare workers who are at the center of treating the latest outbreak.
Lawmakers press Trump for military support for Taiwan after Xi summit
President Trump told reporters he made "no commitment either way" to China's Xi Jinping regarding U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.
U.S. reups $6M reward for American missing in Afghanistan for 12 years
Paul Edwin Overby Jr. vanished in May 2014 while researching a book in Khost province, Afghanistan, the FBI said.
Cuba's biggest threat to U.S. is collapse, says former defense secretary
In an interview with "Face the Nation," Gates said another mass exodus from Cuba is the "biggest risk."
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Inside look at "Jack Ryan: Ghost War"
John Krasinski and Michael Kelly join "CBS Mornings" to discuss reuniting for the movie, "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan: Ghost War," after starring in the TV series "Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan" for four seasons. They discuss the movie, their friendship and how they balance it all with their busy family lives.
Previewing new season of "Couples Therapy"
Dr. Orna Guralnik speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the new season of the docuseries "Couples Therapy," which features Guralnik counseling four new couples on how to tackle issues in their relationships, including major political differences and infidelity.
Drake releases three new albums
In a surprise, Drake dropped three new albums Thursday night, including "Iceman." It's the Canadian rapper's first new music since his explosive public feud with Kendrick Lamar.
Yellowstone spinoff "Dutton Ranch" premieres
Yellowstone actors Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly are reprising their roles as the fan-favorite onscreen couple Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton in the newest "Yellowstone" spinoff, "Dutton Ranch." CBS News' Julianne Ferreira has more.
From the archives: Outspoken film critic Rex Reed
Film critic Rex Reed, whose clever and barbed opinions about movies – and movie stars – made him a fixture for decades in print and on television, died on May 12, 2026 at age 87. In this Feb. 4, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, Reed talked with Mo Rocca about how he came to live the life of an A-Lister himself. He also dispensed his unvarnished opinions about that year's best picture Oscar-nominees.
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Waymos get in Atlanta traffic jam
Atlanta residents woke up to Waymo traffic jams on Friday. The driverless cars took over a quiet cul-de-sac. Skyler Henry has more details.
Oklahoma becomes latest state to sue Roblox over child safety concerns
Oklahoma has filed a lawsuit against Roblox, making it the latest state to take legal action against the popular gaming platform over child safety concerns.
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.
How the Trump-Xi summit could impact AI race
President Trump's visit to Beijing comes as the U.S. and China compete for artificial intelligence supremacy. Matt Sheehan, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, joins with analysis.
Closing arguments held in OpenAI case
Lawyers presented closing arguments Thursday in the OpenAI trial pitting Elon Musk against its CEO, Sam Altman. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
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Terror plot foiled, suspect under arrest
A terror plot targeting Jewish institutions in New York, California and Arizona has been foiled, and a man linked to the alleged scheme is under arrest on Friday. Prosecutors say the Iraqi suspect is tied to other global attacks and claim he wanted payback for the U.S. and Israeli war on Iran. Tom Hanson reports.
Iraqi man charged with terror plot: officials
An Iraqi national was arrested and charged with planning to carry out several terror attacks in the U.S., including at a New York City synagogue and other prominent Jewish centers in Los Angeles and Scottsdale, Arizona. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Sources: Iraqi national planned synagogue attacks
Federal prosecutors charged an Iraqi national on Friday with planning several terrorist attacks in the U.S. as retribution for the Iran war. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Iraqi national accused of plotting attacks
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi is facing federal charges for allegedly plotting several terror attacks in the U.S., including targeting a Jewish institution in New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Jake Rosen report.
Prominent N.Y. synagogue targeted in alleged terror plot, prosecutors say
An Iraqi national allegedly plotted to carry out terror attacks in the U.S., including at a prominent synagogue in New York, prosecutors said Friday.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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David Begnaud meets a man who has attended the Kentucky Derby for 79 years in a row – and his dying wish to make it there one last time.
Principal retires and returns as a handyman
58-year-old David White retired after 33 years in education, the last 15 spent as an elementary school principal in Atlanta. But after "just hanging out with the cat," he decided to go back to school as a handyman. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" with the story.
Analyzing Jerome Powell's legacy
Friday marked Jerome Powell's last day as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. CBS News producer Emily Pandise takes a look at his legacy.
What role does Raúl Castro play in Cuba?
The U.S. is taking steps to indict Raúl Castro, the 94-year-old former president of Cuba, U.S. officials say. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Wife of Army soldier released from ICE
The wife of an active-duty U.S. Army soldier detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement was released on Thursday after a month in custody. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.