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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."
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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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Iran attacks Gulf states, accuses U.S. of bombing a wedding party
Iran attacked Jordan, Kuwait and the UAE, claiming retaliation for the latest U.S. strikes as the war in the Middle East ramps back up.
Here are the military officials who've been fired or resigned under Hegseth
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
Chevron plans $7 billion Venezuela investment to double oil production
Chevron, the only U.S. oil company operating in Venezuela, said it has received additional land in the Orinoco Belt region and plans to double its oil production.
How long could the Lindsay Clancy jury remain deadlocked?
Karen Read's first trial ended with a hung jury. Here's a look at how those deliberations played out as the Lindsay Clancy jury says it is deadlocked.
Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge in Florida DUI case
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
House votes to condemn socialism, with 8 Democrats joining Republicans
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
Police officer charged after fatally shooting student at wrong home
Upper Pottsgrove Police Cpl. Sean Farrell was charged with voluntary manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Glenwood Earl Pysher IV on Aug. 23, officials said.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
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Trump $1 coins go on sale today, priced at $1.55 to more than $2 each
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
Tiger Woods pleads no contest to reckless driving charge in Florida DUI case
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Chevron plans $7 billion Venezuela investment to double oil production
Chevron, the only U.S. oil company operating in Venezuela, said it has received additional land in the Orinoco Belt region and plans to double its oil production.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
Defense attorney believes jury had "preconceived notions" in Tupac trial
Duane "Keffe D" Davis was convicted of first-degree murder nearly 30 years after the drive-by shooting that killed Tupac Shakur.
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Trump $1 coins go on sale today, priced at $1.55 to more than $2 each
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
Chevron plans $7 billion Venezuela investment to double oil production
Chevron, the only U.S. oil company operating in Venezuela, said it has received additional land in the Orinoco Belt region and plans to double its oil production.
Trump says Venezuelan oil could replenish depleted U.S. stockpiles. Will it?
President Trump framed last week's deal for the U.S. government to take a stake in Venezuelan oil as a boon for the depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve. But the plan faces some hurdles, experts say.
Rising bond yields threaten to push up U.S. borrowing costs
The U.S. bond market influences how much American consumers pay for loans and the interest they can earn on their savings accounts.
Modest pay hikes next year could leave some workers lagging inflation
Employers are likely to offer limited salary increases in 2027 amid ongoing economic uncertainty, according to a survey of 1,000 businesses.
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USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
Alaska's ranked-choice voting puts unlikely longshot candidates on ballot
Alaska's House and Senate contests are set for November's general election, after the results in the state's nonpartisan top-four primary put fringe candidates on the ballot.
Here are the military officials who've been fired or resigned under Hegseth
At least 20 generals, admirals and civilian defense leaders have been fired or have departed their jobs since Pete Hegseth became defense secretary at the beginning of the second Trump administration.
House censures Rep. Chuck Edwards over "inappropriate conduct" toward aides
The House Ethics Committee detailed the North Carolina Republican's "unprofessional and inappropriate conduct" toward two young women who worked for him.
House votes to condemn socialism, with 8 Democrats joining Republicans
GOP leaders scheduled the vote after Democratic primary voters embraced a number of democratic socialist candidates.
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What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
Man with sinus infection symptoms diagnosed with heart condition
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
Juul can sell updated e-cigarette with age-verification system, FDA says
Juul plans to market the new device under the brand name Juul2, along with updated versions of its tobacco- and menthol-flavored cartridges.
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USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
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Iran attacks Gulf states, accuses U.S. of bombing a wedding party
Iran attacked Jordan, Kuwait and the UAE, claiming retaliation for the latest U.S. strikes as the war in the Middle East ramps back up.
Spain's leader says Russia and Israel fueled immigration "disinformation"
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says "networks linked both to Russia and to Israel" helped spread rumors about immigration "to attack Europe and divide it."
U.K. man accused of drugging, abusing wife with other men goes on trial
The case has drawn parallels to that of Gisèle Pelicot, who publicly testified against her ex-husband in a 2024 mass rape trial.
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American among thousands missing in Nepal contacted, officials say
Nepali officials tell CBS News they have contacted a U.S. national among the more than 4,000 people still missing in the wake of the deadly flash floods.
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Artists sue AI-generated music company
Jason Isbell, Guy Forsyth and other musicians filed a class action lawsuit against Suno, claiming the AI platform used their music to train its model without permission. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Danielle Brooks on "If I Go Will They Miss Me"
Danielle Brooks sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new movie, "If I Go Will They Miss Me," and how being a mother and wife helped her in portraying the role.
Lionel Richie hospitalized after weekend show
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
John Galliano's Met Gala exhibit canceled
John Galliano's exhibit for the 2027 Met Gala has been canceled after weeks of backlash over his past antisemitic and racist comments. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman reports.
Jury finds Davis guilty in 1996 murder of Tupac
A Las Vegas jury on Monday found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty in the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Chinese EV maker to expand to North America
China's electric vehicle makers are hoping to gain a foothold in North America soon. Anna Coren gets an exclusive look inside one of the factories where the revolutionary cars are made.
Construction leader in favor of data centers
Half of Americans oppose data center construction in their area, according to CBS News polling from June. Marc Poulos, a labor leader in the construction industry, explains why he supports data center construction.
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.
What to expect from John Ternus as Apple CEO
John Ternus officially took over for Tim Cook as Apple CEO on Tuesday, becoming the tech giant's first new leader in 15 years. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports and CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks down what to expect.
John Ternus is Apple's new CEO
John Ternus is stepping up and into the shoes of former Apple CEO Tim Cook. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports, plus Puck AI correspondent Ian Krietzberg shares his thoughts on the Apple turnover and the Hugging Face AI breach.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Woman arrested outside Clancy court
Police arrested a woman for allegedly filming jurors in Lindsay Clancy's trial outside of court. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and legal contributor Caroline Polisi have the latest.
Officer charged in college student's killing
A college student who accidentally knocked on the wrong door allegedly ended up being shot dead by a responding police officer. Tom Hanson reports.
Charlie Kirk's accused killer to stand trial
A judge ruled Tuesday that Tyler Robinson will stand trial in Charlie Kirk's murder, meaning he could face the death penalty. Robinson is accused of fatally shooting Kirk in front of a crowd last September at Utah Valley University. Carter Evans reports.
Cop charged in fatal "wrong house" shooting
A Pennsylvania police officer faces charges for shooting and killing a college student who apparently knocked on the door of the wrong house. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
Charlie Kirk murder case heads to trial
Tyler Robinson, 23, is accused of killing right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at a college campus in Utah. The case will soon head to trial. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Sneak peek: The Gaslighting of Hannah Pettey
ENCORE: When a young woman nearly dies from poisoning, investigators focus on the two people she trusted the most. "48 Hours" correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports Saturday, Sept. 5 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Iran war heats up again with new strikes
The U.S. and Iran are back to trading strikes after a period of relative calm. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Aaron Navarro explain where things stand.
Norah O'Donnell on talking about fertility
Norah O'Donnell shares with Dr. Temeka Zore why she wanted to talk about infertility, why she would open up a free nursing school if she were a billionaire, and why she wished hospitals had a women's health unit.
Chinese EV maker to expand to North America
China's electric vehicle makers are hoping to gain a foothold in North America soon. Anna Coren gets an exclusive look inside one of the factories where the revolutionary cars are made.
Artists sue AI-generated music company
Jason Isbell, Guy Forsyth and other musicians filed a class action lawsuit against Suno, claiming the AI platform used their music to train its model without permission. Jo Ling Kent has more.