Delaware governor slams Trump tariffs
There have been mixed reactions to President Trump's new global tariffs from elected officials across the United States. Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer, a Democrat, joins "America Decides" with his perspective.
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How Susan Crawford won Wisconsin's court race
Democrat-backed Judge Susan Crawford won Tuesday's Wisconsin Supreme Court race, beating her Republican-endorsed opponent by 10 points. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
Will Trump tariffs trigger backlash?
President Trump promised to bring down prices on the campaign trail, but economists say his tariffs could raise them. Political strategists Joel Payne and Kevin Sheridan join "America Decides" to examine the potential political ramifications.
Florida Republican Jimmy Patronis wins seat
Republicans won two key House races in Florida on Tuesday with both Randy Fine and Jimmy Patronis defeating their Democratic opponents. CBS News elections and surveys executive director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the win.
Special elections wrap up in Wisconsin, Florida
Republicans picked up wins in special elections for two Florida congressional districts Tuesday, while a judge toting support from Democrats won a closely-watched Wisconsin Supreme Court race. Jessi Mitchell anchored CBS News' special report on the races.
New book gives intimate look at 2024 election
"Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House," a book that reveals new details about former President Biden, former Vice President Harris, President Trump and the 2024 election, hit the shelves Tuesday. Its authors, Amie Parnes and Jonathan Allen, join "America Decides" to unpack some of the biggest revelations.
New book dives into Biden-Harris relationship
Amie Parnes and Jonathan Allen, authors of "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House," join "America Decides" to discuss their book, which reveals new details about the dynamic between President Biden and Vice President Harris throughout the 2024 campaign.
Florida voter discusses special election
Special elections in Florida are putting two house seats up for grabs Tuesday and pose a key test for the statewide Republican party. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more from the Sunshine State's sixth district.
Wisconsin, Florida voters head to polls
The U.S. and economies around the world are bracing for the impact of President Trump's new global tariffs, which are expected to hit on Wednesday. In Wisconsin, voters are deciding a seat on the state Supreme Court, and Florida voters in two congressional districts are also heading to the polls. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Olivia Rinaldi and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the latest.
What Americans think about Trump's priorities
A new CBS News poll finds that 64% of Americans think President Trump isn't focused enough on lowering prices. A majority also say the president is too concerned with tariffs. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers.
Examining Trump's bid to defund public media
President Trump has been making cuts to government-funded media outlets. With Voice of America already targeted, could PBS and NPR be next on the list? David Bauder, national media writer at the Associated Press, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
GOP looking to avoid upset in Florida contest
Republicans are fighting to hold on to a Florida congressional seat that has recently performed well for President Trump and the party. On Tuesday, voters in the state's sixth congressional district will determine who fills the seat recently held by Trump's national security adviser, Mike Waltz. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small spoke with the candidates.
GOP Rep. Spartz faces uproar at town hall
Rep. Victoria Spartz of Indiana is the latest Republican lawmaker to face angry constituents at a town hall she hosted over the weekend. Shelby Talcott, White House correspondent for Semafor, and Reese Gorman, politics reporter at NOTUS, join "America Decides" to discuss.
Wisconsin candidates on outside money impact
A special election on Tuesday will determine the Wisconsin Supreme Court's ideological makeup. The contest has already become the most expensive judicial race in history and includes massive donations from George Soros and Elon Musk. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe spoke with the candidates about the impact of outside money on the race.
Early voting surges in Wisconsin court race
National attention on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race seems to be impacting turnout, with more than 644,000 ballots already cast as of Monday afternoon. CBS News deputy director of elections and data analytics Kabir Khanna has more on the figures.
Could abundance politics fix key U.S. issues?
The U.S. is grappling with a wide range of critical issues brought about by what it lacks, including workers, housing and clean energy infrastructure. A new book argues the U.S. can rectify its major problems by renewing a so-called "politics of abundance." One of its authors, The Atlantic's Derek Thompson, joins "America Decides" to explain.
McConnell blasts Trump's handling of Ukraine
Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell took a shot at the Trump administration for how it has handled the war in Ukraine. He said the president and his advisers are pursuing an "illusionary peace" and that we're headed toward "a headline that reads, 'Russia wins, America loses.'" Political strategists Chuck Rocha and Maura Gillespie join "America Decides" to discuss.
Where Wisconsin's Supreme Court race stands
On Tuesday, Wisconsin voters will decide if their state's Supreme Court leans conservative or liberal. Billionaires Elon Musk and George Soros have donated to the race, which has seen more than $80 million in total spending. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has the latest.
Vance to visit Greenland; Stefanik withdrawn
Vice President JD Vance will visit Greenland on Friday as President Trump seeks to acquire it. Plus, the president pulled Rep. Elise Stefanik's nomination as ambassador to the United Nations. NOTUS reporters Daniella Diaz and Evan McMorris-Santoro join "America Decides" to discuss.
Stefanik withdrawal surprises GOP lawmakers
President Trump withdrew New York Rep. Elise Stefanik's bid to be the next ambassador to the United Nations on Thursday, with Republicans' tight House majority likely to blame. Plus, the Dow Jones and some auto stocks dropped one day after the president announced a 25% tariff on imported cars. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Nikole Killion and Kelly O'Grady have the latest.
Lawler: Signal leak should've never happened
Many Republican lawmakers on Wednesday described the leaked Signal group chat with top Trump administration officials as a "mistake." Some also downplayed the sensitive details on the Houthi strikes shared in the chat. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler of New York joins "America Decides" with his perspective on the situation.
Jeffries calls on Trump to fire Hegseth
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called on President Trump to fire Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a letter Tuesday over the Yemen war plans text leak. Stephanie Lai, White House correspondent for Bloomberg, and Reese Gorman, politics reporter for NOTUS, join "America Decides" with analysis.
NSA warned of Signal risks before chat leak
A journalist mistakenly received Trump administration war plans in advance of an attack on Houthis in Yemen via the commercial messaging application Signal. This came after a February 2025 National Security Agency bulletin warned employees of vulnerabilities in using the app. CBS News' Fin Gómez, James LaPorta and Nikole Killion report.
Congress reacts to Atlantic group chat report
Top U.S. officials accidentally leaked sensitive information in a group chat with an Atlantic reporter, according to the magazine. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on lawmakers' reactions.
Fate of Louisiana congressional map unclear
The Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in a case that tests how much states can consider race when drawing congressional boundaries. The justices will decide whether to leave Louisiana's congressional map, which includes two majority-Black districts, in place. CBS News politics reporter Melissa Quinn has the details.
U.S. and Iran negotiations are making "very good progress," U.S. official says
That the talks are even happening represents a historic moment, given the decades of enmity between the two countries.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks new deportations under Alien Enemies Act
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
Russia's Putin declares temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
The temporary truce began at 6 p.m. local time Saturday and was to run through midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Anti-Trump rallies held across the U.S. to protest administration's policies
Some of the protests are drawing on themes from the American Revolutionary War, as Saturday marks 250 years since the Battles of Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts launched the conflict.
Vance meets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
2 Pentagon officials fired amid sweeping leak investigation
Two Pentagon officials were terminated Friday after they were suspended earlier this week, escalating a week of turmoil at the Department of Defense.
Barbara Lee claims victory in Oakland mayor's race
Former Rep. Barbara Lee represented Oakland in Congress from 1998 until stepping down in January.
Shohei Ohtani and his wife welcome their first child
Shohei Ohtani announced on Instagram that he and his wife welcomed their baby on Saturday, expressing his joy and excitement over the birth.
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Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
After Aaron Friar and his 15-year-old daughter Ellie vanished from their Medford, Oregon, home, investigators arrived to discover a horrific scene – and soon after, evidence of a murder plot is revealed.
Todric McGee, Missouri State football player, dies at 21
Missouri State University safety Todric McGee died early Saturday at a hospital from injuries he sustained Friday at his home, the university announced.
WWI soldier's grave gets Star of David headstone over a century after his death
For generations, Army Pvt. David Moser's grave was marked by an erroneous headstone with a Latin cross, not a Star of David.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
3 people killed after small plane crashes into Nebraska river
A small plane crashed into a river in Nebraska on Friday, killing all three people aboard, according to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office.
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Trump is studying how to remove Fed Chair Powell, adviser says
Trump administration economist Kevin Hassett said Powell's removal is being studied by the president and his team.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
Ford says it could raise prices this summer if tariffs remain in effect
Ford's vehicle prices could rise this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in place, the company said in a memo to dealers.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Barbara Lee claims victory in Oakland mayor's race after Loren Taylor concedes
Former Rep. Barbara Lee represented Oakland in Congress from 1998 until stepping down in January.
Vance meets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
U.S. and Iran negotiations are making "very good progress," U.S. official says
That the talks are even happening represents a historic moment, given the decades of enmity between the two countries.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks new deportations under Alien Enemies Act
In a brief order, the court directed the Trump administration not to remove Venezuelans held in Texas' Bluebonnet Detention Center "until further order from this court."
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Her sore throat turned into a month-long ICU stay. Doctors were stumped.
Vanessa Abraham thought her symptoms were a bad flu — until she collapsed to the floor struggling to breathe.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
Vance meets Vatican No. 2, have "exchange of opinions" over migrants, prisoners
The Vatican stated that Vance, who converted to Catholicism in 2019, met with the secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, and the foreign minister, Archbishop Paul Gallagher.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
Russia's Putin declares temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
The temporary truce began at 6 p.m. local time Saturday and was to run through midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
Documentary tells the stories of young survivors of Hamas terror attack
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
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Documentary tells the stories of young survivors of Hamas terror attack
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
Sir Woman performs "Making Love"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Making Love."
Sir Woman performs "Circles"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Circles."
Sir Woman performs "Highroad"
The soulful music of "Sir Woman" is the solo project of singer-songwriter Kelsey Wilson, an Austin-based artist who first gained fame as the co-founder of the indie-pop band "Wild Child." During a 2019 break from the band, Wilson launched this project, blending R&B, funk and pop into a fresh new sound. Earlier this year, Sir Woman released "It All Works Out," the first half of a new double album. The second half, "If It Doesn't," is set to release in mid-May. Now, from that new double album, here is Sir Woman with "Highroad."
How to watch WrestleMania 41 and more key details on the 2025 WWE matches
The WWE's 41st WrestleMania event is finally here. Here's what time it starts and how to watch all the action on night 1 and night 2.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
After Aaron Friar and his 15-year-old daughter Ellie vanished from their Medford, Oregon, home, investigators arrived to discover a horrific scene – and soon after, evidence of a murder plot is revealed.
FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
FSU shooting victim speaks out from hospital
Tallahassee police said there was no connection between the Florida State University shooting suspect, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, and the victims. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more details.
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NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Gayle King on how space flight changed her
A day after her flight to space, Gayle King speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois about how the trip has changed her.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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250th Revolutionary War anniversary sparks debate
Re-enactors marked 250 years since the first shots of the Revolutionary War in Massachusetts. However, making it happen today, reignited a debate between two communities, forever connected. Charlie D'Agata has more.
WWI soldier's headstone marked with Jewish Star
This week of Passover, a Jewish-American serviceman buried at Arlington National Cemetery more than a century ago, finally rests under a headstone bearing the true symbol of his faith. Scott MacFarlane has the story.
Car buyers worried Trump tariffs will hike prices
Car manufacturers are already reviewing their 2026 lineup. However, President Trump's tariffs are giving buyers some pause. Industry experts say even if you're not buying a car yourself, it will cost you. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman explains why.
FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Vladimir Putin calls for temporary Easter ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin is calling for a temporary Easter ceasefire with Ukraine. Despite the war's largest prisoner swap on Saturday, officials from Kyiv say the fighting has not stopped.