CBS Evening News, August 25th, 2020
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8/25: Red and Blue
Day 2 of the 2020 Republican National Convention; Secy. of State Pompeo to appear at 2020 RNC
House Foreign Affairs Committee calls on Pompeo to testify
One of the U.S. military's top generals is speaking out about intel reports that suggest Russia may have paid the Taliban to kill U.S. troops. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how those intelligence reports will shape Thursday's hearing for the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the State Department's move to restrict U.S. visas for some Chinese officials.
Bolton responds to Pompeo criticism
In an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell, former national security adviser John Bolton hit back at Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Tuesday after he accused Bolton of leaking to the media and lying. Watch the interview with Bolton on the "CBS Evening News" on Tuesday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. ET.
Pompeo defends Trump's firing of State Dept. IG
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is defending President's Trump's decision to fire State Department Inspector General Steve Linick, and downplayed reports Linick was investigating him. Nancy Cordes reports.
1/29/20: Red and Blue
Senators ask questions in impeachment trial; 2020 campaign trail heading to Nevada
Iowa summit attracts possible 2024 candidates
More than 1,000 Christian conservatives gathered Friday in Des Moines, Iowa for the annual Family Leadership Summit, where they heard from former Vice President Mike Pence, former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem. Boston Globe reporter James Pindell spoke to attendees and joined CBSN to discuss what he learned about how they feel about the prospect of former President Donald Trump running again in 2024.
Potential 2024 GOP candidates visit Iowa
Despite the sustained popularity of former President Donald Trump in the GOP, other would-be 2024 Republican presidential contenders are heading to Iowa to address conservative voters. The Des Moines Register's chief political reporter Brianne Pfannenstiel has more on who will be headlining the Family Leadership Summit on Friday, and Democrats' chances of picking up any Republican-held seats in Iowa in 2022.
China pushing online propaganda
A new report reveals China's latest propaganda push in the Xinjiang region, where tens of thousands of Uighurs and other ethnic minorities have been forced into reeducation camps. The New York Times and ProPublica analyzed thousands of videos posted on social media that appear to show Beijing's version of life across the region. ProPublica journalist Jeff Kao joins CBSN to explain their findings.
Pompeo launches political action committee
Former Trump administration Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has officially launched a political action committee, a sign he may be looking at a potential presidential run in 2024. Associated Press political reporter Meg Kinnard spoke with CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about what the PAC is doing.
Secretary of state vows to restore diplomacy
On his first day on the job, Secretary of State Antony Blinken vowed to rebuild the diplomatic ranks and restore America's global engagement as President Biden presses "pause" on Trump-era foreign policies. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Biden admin authorizes financial dealings with Yemen's rebels
The Treasury's move effectively delays implementation of former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo's last-minute designation of the group as a terror organization.
U.S. declares China's treatment of Muslims "genocide"
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo made the determination just 24 hours before President-elect Joe Biden takes office.
Trump administration cancels controversial 11th hour foreign trips
Facing reported snubs by EU allies, Mike Pompeo's staying home, and Ambassador Kelly Craft won't visit Taiwan – a trip that would have infuriated China.
Cubans fear impact of U.S. terror designation, see "hope" in Biden
Trump policy, compounded by the pandemic, have left many Cubans with "no money," and the outgoing administration's parting salvo won't help.
U.S., Iran and Yemen's humanitarian crisis
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is continuing to step up pressure against Iran before the Biden administration takes over. The designation of Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen as a terrorist organization may have severe consequences for civilians in that war-torn country. CBS News reporter Haley Ott joins CBSN from London for more insight into why humanitarian aid groups fear the move could worsen an already dire situation in Yemen.
WorldView: U.S. lists Cuba as terrorism sponsor
In its final days, the Trump administration has put Cuba back on the list of state sponsors of terrorism. Tensions with China are growing as a U.S. ambassador visits Taiwan. And South Africa has extended coronavirus restrictions as cases continue to grow. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN AM with today's global headlines.
Tensions rise between Iran and the U.S.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says U.S. will designate the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen as a terrorist organization. Barbara Slavin, director of the Future of Iran Initiative, joins CBSN to explain what that means and why Pompeo is making this move with less than two weeks left in the Trump administration.
McConnell ties efforts to increase stimulus payments to other issues
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Wednesday that the Senate will not "split apart" an increase in coronavirus stimulus payments and two of President Trump's unrelated priorities. Politico White House reporter Gabby Orr joins CBSN's Omar Villafranca to discuss.
AG Bill Barr defies Trump
Attorney General Bill Barr announced Monday that he will not be appointing special counsel to investigate Hunter Biden or President Trump's claims of voter fraud. Meanwhile, the president continues to try to overturn the results of the 2020 election. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN's Tom Hanson to discuss the latest from Washington, D.C.
Barr: Russia likely behind SolarWinds hack
A former adviser for the software company SolarWinds, at the center of a massive hack of U.S. government agencies and companies, says he warned them years ago about security issues. Nina Jankowicz, a disinformation fellow for the Wilson Center, spoke to Tanya Rivero about President Trump's refusal to blame Russia for the attack, as the rest of his administration is doing.
Russia blamed for U.S. hack
Russian intelligence services are being blamed for a just-discovered major cyberattack on U.S. government agencies and private companies that started in March. President Trump has downplayed the seriousness of the breach and floated the idea that China might instead be the culprit, but Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has blamed Russia, and the incoming Biden administration says it is considering retaliation that goes beyond sanctions. Neil Walsh, director of cyber affairs at the U.N. Office of Drugs and Crime, joins CBSN AM's Anne-Marie Green to talk about the ongoing investigation and the potential diplomatic fallout.
Trump downplays massive cyberattack
President Trump responded to a massive cyberattack on the U.S., downplaying its severity and impact. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Russia for the hack, which affected at least seven government agencies and went undetected for months. Erica Borghard, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Pompeo blames Russians for massive cyberattack
Sources told CBS News it is believed to be the largest cyber espionage campaign in U.S. history, and it's not over.
Pompeo blames Russia for massive cyberattack
It may take months before the U.S. and other nations can determine the extent of the damage done by a widespread cyberattack. The breach is believed to be the work of Russian hackers, and went undetected for months. The Kremlin denies any involvement, but Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Russia for the attack on Friday. Catherine Herridge reports on the investigation.
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