8/17: CBS News Mornings
Rep. Liz Cheney loses Wyoming GOP primary; Serena Williams expected to end her tennis career at U.S. Open
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Liz Cheney loses to Trump-backed challenger
CBS News projects that Congresswoman Liz Cheney lost the Wyoming Republican primary to Harriet Hageman, who was backed by former President Trump. Cheney says she has no regrets and that “now the real work begins.” Serena Williams lost to current U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu at the Cincinnati Tennis Masters. Next for Williams: the U.S. Open. And Raspberry Rally, the newest Girl Scout cookie, will only be available online.
How January 6 is impacting GOP primaries
The GOP primaries in Wyoming and Alaska offer a glimpse into how Republican voters feel about the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol and former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Nikole Killion for a special edition of "Red and Blue."
Cheney tries to hold on in primary shaped by Trump
Republican Rep. Liz Cheney's political career could be nearing an end after becoming one of former President Donald Trump's fiercest critics. She tells Robert Costa what's at stake in her primary.
Examining the impact of Jan. 6 on the midterms
Political analysts Leslie Sanchez and Joel Payne examine the impact of former President Donald Trump, and the investigation into the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, on the upcoming midterm elections.
Key primaries underway in Alaska and Wyoming
Several key primary elections will take place Tuesday in Alaska and Wyoming, with Wyoming featuring one of the most highly-anticipated elections of the day. Republican Rep. Liz Cheney, an outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump, is significantly down in the polls against Trump-backed candidate Harriet Hageman. Antjuan Seawright, a Democratic strategist, and Joe Watkins, a former aide to President George H. W. Bush, join CBS News to discuss what these races mean.
Liz Cheney faces tough Wyoming primary
Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney is far behind a Trump-backed challenger in the polls ahead of Tuesday's primary for Wyoming's at-large congressional seat. CBS News politics reporter Aaron Navarro looks at the challenges facing Cheney, as well as latest on Sarah Palin's run in Alaska's primary.
Cheney faces tough primary election
Wyoming is one of two states holding primary elections Tuesday, and Republican Rep. Liz Cheney hopes to garner enough of her party's support to defeat Trump-backed opponent Harriet Hageman and keep her U.S. House seat. Early polling shows Cheney trailing behind Hageman. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Rep. Liz Cheney facing tough primary Tuesday
Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney is fighting to hold on to her seat as voters head to the polls in the primary on Tuesday. Cheney is facing off against trial attorney Harriet Hageman, who is backed by former President Trump. CBS News' chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and Fin Gomez, CBS News' political director, join "Red and Blue" to discuss the race and Tuesday's primaries in Alaska.
Rep. Liz Cheney fights for her seat in primary
Former President Donald Trump’s influence over the Republican Party is being tested again Tuesday in Wyoming's GOP primary. Congresswoman Liz Cheney, an outspoken critic of the former president, will face off against Trump-backed candidate Harriet Hageman. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins “CBS News Mornings” from Jackson, Wyoming, with the latest.
Wyoming voters go to polls Tuesday
Liz Cheney's sharp criticism of former President Donald Trump could cost her the congressional seat she has held. On Tuesday voters go to the polls in the Republican primary to decide between Cheney and Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports.
Tough race for Cheney in Wyoming primary
Congresswoman Liz Cheney will face a Trump-backed primary challenger when Wyoming voters head to the polls next week. Polls show Harriet Hageman leading Cheney by nearly 30 points. CBS News' Nikole Killion is joined by Casper Star-Tribune political reporter Victoria Eaves with more on the race.
Recap of Tuesday's primary election results
Several states voted in key primary races on Tuesday. Republican strategist Doug Heye and Democratic strategist Ray Zaccaro join Scott MacFarlane on "Red and Blue" to break down the results.
Dick Cheney calls Donald Trump a "coward" in campaign ad for daughter Liz
Former Vice President Dick Cheney blasted former President Donald Trump, calling him a "coward" and a "threat."
8/2: Red and Blue
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan; Actor Kevin Costner endorses Rep. Liz Cheney
Never-before-seen testimony airs at Jan. 6 hearing
The House Jan. 6 committee's first public hearing is halfway through. So far, it has featured never-before-seen video testimony from that day. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell is joined by CBS News' Nikole Killion, John Dickerson, Nancy Cordes, Robert Costa and Scott MacFarlane to provide analysis.
Jan. 6 committee: Trump tried to contact witness
Rep. Liz Cheney, the vice chair of the house committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, said Tuesday that former President Donald Trump attempted to contact a witness. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the hearings.
Liz Cheney ousted from House GOP leadership
New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik formally launched her bid to replace the newly ousted Liz Cheney as Republican conference chair. CBS News Capitol Hill producer Rebecca Kaplan, Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller, and Axios politics reporter Sarah Mucha join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details, and more on the White House's infrastructure meeting with the "big four" leaders of Congress.
White House tries to sell infrastructure plan
The White House is meeting with party leaders this week as it tries to sell President Biden's $4 trillion dollar infrastructure package to Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, NPR's White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and Axios' congressional reporter Alayna Treene join CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details. They also discuss the GOP's efforts to oust Representative Liz Cheney as conference chair.
Democratic donors back Cheney in reelection bid
Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney is facing a tough GOP primary against a candidate backed by former President Trump. The Republican, however, is receiving campaign contributions from an unlikely source: Democratic donors. Co-founder of Investing in US Dmitri Mehlhorn joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the flood of cash toward the congresswoman's campaign.
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.
Trump signals interest in 2024 rematch
As President Joe Biden faces political challenges following the withdrawal from Afghanistan, former President Trump is signaling increased interest in a 2024 presidential bid. Politico's national political correspondent Meridith McGraw joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details and more on Mr. Trump's plans for 9/11.
Tensions between GOP's McCarthy and Cheney
As President Biden announced plans to make getting a vaccine easier, Republicans in Washington were focused on tensions between House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and the #3 House Republican, Representative Liz Cheney. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, Reuters White House reporter Heather Timmons and Washington Post deputy Washington editor Natalie Jennings join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the GOP divide and the rest of the day's political news.
Cheney's new campaign ad focuses on opponent's claims about the 2020 election
The congresswoman from Wyoming has put a stake down on fighting against claims the 2020 election was stolen.
Jan. 6 committee weighs Ginni Thomas subpoena
Members of the House January 6 select committee say they are considering a subpoena for Ginni Thomas, the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, because of her work urging the Trump White House to pursue overturning the 2020 election. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more of what's next for the committee's investigation.
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U.S.-Iran peace deal to be signed Sunday, Trump says
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened "immediately," once the memorandum of understanding is signed.
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center, court filing says
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 1, injures 3 in southern Russia
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Equipment stolen from England's World Cup team recovered, BBC says
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
NBA star James Harden arrested in Houston for unlawful carrying of a weapon
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
Body found outside Tijuana stadium where Iran team is training for World Cup
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
U.S. deports migrants from Afghanistan, Iran to Central African Republic
The Trump administration deported a group of roughly 20 migrants from Afghanistan, Iran and other nations to the Central African Republic, one of the world's poorest countries.
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With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ford recalls over 250K Focus models over engine stall risk
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
NBA star James Harden arrested in Houston for unlawful carrying of a weapon
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
Equipment stolen from England's World Cup team recovered, BBC says
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
Trump's changes to history at national parks must be undone, judge rules
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
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With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Former SpaceX welder becomes a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
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"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
Ohio voting rights group facing criminal fraud investigation, sources say
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center, court filing says
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
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Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
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Body found outside Tijuana stadium where Iran team is training for World Cup
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 1, injures 3 in southern Russia
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
Armed men kidnap respected security expert in gang-wracked Haiti
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Equipment stolen from England's World Cup team recovered, BBC says
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
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6/13: Saturday Morning
The White House is readying for Sunday's UFC event as questions remain over peace negotiations with Iran. Plus, the U.S. dominated Paraguay 4-1 in the team's first World Cup game.
Young the Giant performs "Mind Over Matter"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Mind Over Matter."
Young the Giant performs "Evergreen"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Evergreen."
Young the Giant performs "Different Kind of Love"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Different Kind of Love."
DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
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As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
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.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Uproar over planned data center near zoo
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
Armed men kidnap respected security expert in gang-wracked Haiti
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Texas shooting kills at least 1, injures 10
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
Midland gunman was on the run before shooting
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
Relative blames parents in cruise killing
Timothy Hudson, 16, has been charged with the death and sexual assault of his stepsister, Anna Kepner, who was on a Carnival cruise ship with her family when she was killed. Hudson's step-grandmother, Sonya Ziske, spoke to CBS News about Kepner's death, blaming parental irresponsibility as a major factor. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Game 5 of NBA Finals in San Antonio
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is in San Antonio on Saturday, and the big question is whether the Knicks clinch or the Spurs survive. Game 4 was the most-watched game ever on social media with 3 billion views and counting. Doug Williams reports from San Antonio.
Business owner says he relies on H-1B visas
This week, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The much higher fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs. But some business owners say the U.S. depends on that talent. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Royal family watches Royal Air Force flyover
The Royal family gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace on Saturday to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flyover in celebration of the king. Holly Williams has more from London.
U.S. men win first World Cup match
The heat is on for the World Cup and so is the temperature. Saturday's matches will be played with the mercury in the 80s. Nicole Valdes reports on the U.S.'s dominating debut.
U.S., Iran say a deal is close
Despite President Trump's optimism that a deal with Iran could come as early as Sunday, Iranian leaders insist any deal with the White House is still days away. Imtiaz Tyab reports.