Trump efforts on the Hill
The White House Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short discusses the Trump administration's attempts to engineer a new health care bill and what comes next.
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Open: This is Face the Nation, March 18th
This week on "Face the Nation," moderator Margaret Brennan interviews Sen. Rand Paul, Sen. Bob Corker, Sen. Angus King, and White House Legislative Director Marc Short. Plus, we'll hear from the South Korean Foreign Minister about the potential talks with North Korea.
WH has faith in CIA and State Dept. nominees
White House Director of Legislative Affairs Marc Short joins moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss the nominees for Secretary of State and Director of the CIA and the Mueller investigation.
Pence adviser knocks Trump's conservatism
In an interview with CBS Mornings, former second lady Karen Pence challenged Donald Trump's conservative credentials. Marc Short, senior adviser to Mike Pence, joins "America Decides" to unpack her comments and share what to expect from the former vice president at the second Republican debate.
Pence adviser on latest Trump arraignment
Marc Short, senior adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence, says he doesn't know if former President Donald Trump broke the law on Jan. 6, but he thinks Trump's actions were wrong. Short spoke with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell about the latest charges against Trump and the former vice president's role in the case.
Former Pence chief of staff on 2024 GOP field
Mike Pence is still looking to break through in the crowded Republican field. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump maintains a commanding lead as he faces a possible indictment in the Jan. 6 investigation. Marc Short, senior adviser to Pence and also his former chief of staff, joins "America Decides" to discuss the status of the former vice president's 2024 campaign.
Marc Short on Pence's potential 2024 bid
Former Vice President Mike Pence's senior advisor Marc Short joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the Justice Department investigation into the January 6 Capitol attack, the latest Trump controversy, and whether Pence may run for president in 2024.
Biden, Macron discuss Inflation Reduction Act
President Biden is hosting French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House on Thursday ahead of his first state dinner since taking office. The two presidents met to discuss several topics, including the war in Ukraine and their economic policies. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joined Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Ex-Pence aide Marc Short talks Mar-a-Lago search
Marc Short, an aide to former Vice President Mike Pence, speaks to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about the FBI search at Mar-a-Lago and Pence's potential presidential ambitions.
Pence campaigning in key midterm states
Former Vice President Mike Pence top adviser Marc Short joined CBS News' "Red and Blue" to discuss whether Pence will testify before the House Jan. 6 committee, the current federal disaster response in Florida as well as the 2024 presidential election.
Marc Short on Trump's post that McConnell has a "death wish"
Top Pence adviser Marc Short offers his thoughts on former President Trump's most recent attack against Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and McConnell's wife, Trump's former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao.
Former Pence aide calls Trump's declassification remarks "absurd"
Short, who was the former vice president's chief of staff, also commented on Pence's potential presidential ambitions.
3/18: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," moderator Margaret Brennan interviews Sen. Rand Paul, Sen. Bob Corker, Sen. Angus King, and White House Legislative Director Marc Short. Plus, we'll hear from the South Korean Foreign Minister about the potential talks with North Korea.
Former DOJ official discusses Jan. 6 investigation
Former Justice Department prosecutor James Trusty joined Catherine Herridge to discuss the Jan. 6 investigation into former President Donald Trump. Trusty has been retained by Trump in a defamation suit against CNN.
Ex-Pence aide testifies to Jan. 6 grand jury
Marc Short, former Vice President Mike Pence's chief of staff, testified to a federal grand jury investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol, sources told CBS News.
Pence's former chief of staff on being in the Capitol during the Jan. 6 rioting
Marc Short tells CBS News' Catherine Herridge about his experience in the Capitol during the Jan. 6 rioting
Mark Short discusses the events of Jan. 6
Marc Short, former chief of staff to former Vice President Mike Pence, spoke exclusively to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about the likelihood Pence will be interviewed by the Jan. 6 committee, calling it a "risky precedent."
Trump adviser says Pruitt could acknowledge his mistakes
On this week's episode of "The Takeout" CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett interviews White House Director of legislative affairs Marc Short who says Scott Pruitt could do a better job.
Marc Short on Ronny Jackson
CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett interviews White House director of legislative affairs Marc Short at Bread and Chocolate in D.C., as part of The Takeout podcast.
Marc Short on midterms
On "The Takeout" podcast, CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett also asked the White House legislative affairs director about Gen. John Kelly and how he's bearing up under the pace and volatility of the White House.
Former Pence chief of staff meets with House January 6 committee
Marc Short, who was with former Vice President Mike Pence on January 6, met with the panel last week.
Mark Meadows could face contempt charges
Former Trump White House chief of staff Mark Meadows could face criminal contempt charges after he said he'll stop cooperating with the House select committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined Anne-Marie Green to discuss the details of the investigation.
Marc Short on Mueller
White House Legislative Affairs Director Marc Short responds to reports that President Trump wanted to fire Special Counsel Robert Mueller and discusses the White House's proposal on immigration reform.
Pence chief of staff, 4 other aides test positive for COVID-19
"Vice President Pence and Mrs. Pence both tested negative for COVID-19 today, and remain in good health," Pence's press secretary Devin O'Malley said.
Pence defends decision to stay at Trump Doonbeg property
Pence's chief of staff Marc Short said that the decision to stay at Trump International Golf Links in Doonbeg was made at the president's "suggestion"
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
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Iran calls Strait of Hormuz situation "sensitive and complex" amid shaky ceasefire
Iran denied its negotiators would be meeting with U.S. officials in Qatar after President Trump announced the talks would resume at Tehran's request.
Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say
Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Rescue teams continue to find survivors of Venezuela earthquakes
Tens of thousands of people are still presumed to be missing after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Woman killed, 2 injured in series of Florida alligator attacks
Officials say people and pets should keep a safe distance away from the water to limit the chances of an alligator encounter.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
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Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
Senate Ethics Committee dismisses misconduct complaint against Gallego
The bipartisan committee said it "did not find evidence that your actions violated federal law, Senate rules or related standards of conduct."
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook as legal case continues
The Supreme Court allowed Lisa Cook to continue in her post as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors while legal proceedings over President Trump's attempt to fire her continue.
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Senate Ethics Committee dismisses misconduct complaint against Gallego
The bipartisan committee said it "did not find evidence that your actions violated federal law, Senate rules or related standards of conduct."
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook as legal case continues
The Supreme Court allowed Lisa Cook to continue in her post as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors while legal proceedings over President Trump's attempt to fire her continue.
Supreme Court says states can count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
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Some Russian soldiers last just minutes on front lines, military bloggers say
Once Russian soldiers reach certain parts of the front lines of the war in Ukraine, they can expect to live an average of just 20 to 35 minutes, according to a grim estimate by Russian military bloggers.
Putin says Ukrainian strikes on infrastructure causing "problems" for Russia
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russia recently, targeting energy and logistics infrastructure.
Rescue teams continue to find survivors of Venezuela earthquakes
Tens of thousands of people are still presumed to be missing after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
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Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton on "The Invite"
Olivia Wilde and Edward Norton, stars of "The Invite" preview the film, which explores the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening. The two discuss if they brought any of their own experiences to the movie and Wilde, who also directed the film, shares why she was initially reluctant to star in it.
Preview of "The Angry Birds Movie 3"
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3." The film stars Jason Sudeikis and debuts in theaters on Dec. 23.
Top moments from BET Awards
The 2026 BET Awards included star-studded performances, a tribute to Lauryn Hill and more. Nate Burleson reports on the night's biggest moments.
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U.S. eases restrictions on Mythos AI model
The Trump administration is allowing Anthropic to restore access to its Mythos 5 AI model for a select group of U.S. companies and federal agencies. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to discuss.
How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
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.
California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
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Carl Rinsch sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for defrauding Netflix
According to prosecutors and testimony, Carl Rinsch told Netflix he needed $11 million to finish a show, but spent whopping sums on luxury cars, watches and other goods, including $638,000 on two mattresses.
6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
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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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6/27: CBS Weekend News
High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Edith Head and Judith Crist celebrate America's bicentennial
In the lead-up to America's bicentennial in 1976, CBS aired brief segments featuring well-known figures of the time describing moments from early U.S. history. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett introduces a pair of clips featuring costume designer Edith Head and movie critic Judith Crist.
NOTUS: Campaign finance probe into Gallego
Oriana González, politics reporter for NOTUS, and Julia Manchester, White House correspondent for the Hill, join "The Takeout" to discuss some of the day's biggest political news, including a report from NOTUS that Sen. Ruben Gallego is under a campaign finance investigation.
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on his campaign for Senate
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow, Rep. Haley Stevens and Dr. Abdul El-Sayed are vying for the Democratic nomination for Senate in Michigan. El-Sayed joined "The Takeout" to discuss his campaign.
Scott Wiener speaks out after being berated on Gaza
California congressional candidate and state Sen. Scott Wiener was forced to leave a pro-trans rights march on Friday after being berated by protesters over Gaza. Wiener, who is Jewish, has said he believes Israel's military actions have amounted to genocide. Wiener joined "The Takeout" to discuss the incident.