2/22: Red and Blue
Democrats decry Tucker Carlson's access to Jan. 6 tapes; What does Vivek Ramaswamy bring to the 2024 GOP race?
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2/15: Red and Blue
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley launches presidential campaign in home state; How past candidates announced presidential bids.
2/23: Red and Blue
Tensions rise between U.S.-China over Russia's war in Ukraine; 2024 GOP presidential field begins to take shape.
2/21: Red and Blue
President Biden's Poland trip drums up support for Ukraine; Which other GOP candidates will challenge Trump for nomination?
Pence makes several stops in Iowa
The former vice president made several stops in Iowa on Wednesday amid more 2024 speculation. CBS News reporter Musadiq Bidar joins from Cedar Rapids to discuss.
Official criticized for family photo with guns
Shortly after the school shooting in Nashville, a photo resurfaced of Republican Rep. Andy Ogles, whose Tennessee district includes The Covenant School, posing with his wife and children in front of their Christmas tree, all holding guns. When asked whether he now regrets that Christmas card photo, he said, "Why would I regret a photograph with my family exercising my rights to bear arms?"
Trump holds first major 2024 campaign rally
Former President Donald Trump hosted his first major 2024 presidential campaign rally in Waco, Texas, over the weekend. The rally coincided with a Manhattan grand jury weighing whether it will formally indict the former president in connection to its "hush money" probe. Kevin Sheridan, a founding partner of Protean Public Affairs, a former senior adviser for the Mitt Romney-Paul Ryan 2012 campaign and a former spokesman for the Republican National Committee, joined CBS News to discuss.
DeSantis' time as Navy lawyer at Guantanamo
In a rare comment on his time serving in Guantanamo, Ron DeSantis described to CBS News in 2018 his role doing legal review as commanders contemplated force-feeding detainees on hunger strikes. Five years later, he said he had no authority to make that call. CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim DeFede, who interviewed DeSantis on the subject, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Trump awaits grand jury decision
CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" with the latest from New York City, where a grand jury has been investigating former President Donald Trump.
GOP lawmakers push focus on China
Some Republicans are pushing for the Biden administration to focus more on China and less on Russia and the war in Ukraine. CBS News anchors Meg Oliver and Errol Barnett spoke with Julia Ioffe, founding partner and Washington correspondent at Puck, about why.
DeSantis hits back at Trump in interview
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke out in an interview with Piers Morgan about the differences between himself and former President Donald Trump. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro joins "Red and Blue" to look at what DeSantis said and what a GOP primary race between him and Trump would look like.
Republicans split on Ukraine ahead of 2024
Foreign policy and the future of aid to Ukraine are poised to become a top issues for Republican candidates in the 2024 presidential race. Ramesh Ponnuru, nonresident senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and editor of National Review, joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
Republicans react to possible Trump charges
Prominent Republicans are speaking out as the Manhattan district attorney appears to be nearing an indictment of former President Donald Trump. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said Monday that an indictment would be politically motivated. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns joins Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano with more.
Biden issues first veto, rejecting GOP-led bill to reverse investing rule
The resolution would have nixed a Labor Department rule over how retirement plan managers pick investments.
Pence speaks at New Hampshire GOP event
Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke at a Republican Party event in New Hampshire amid speculation over a 2024 presidential bid. CBS News political director Fin Gomez discusses the speech and the potential GOP field.
Harris visits Iowa, talks reproductive rights
Vice President Harris is in Iowa today for a panel on women's reproductive rights. Her visit comes as a federal judge in Texas is weighing blocking access to an FDA-approved abortion pill commonly used in the U.S. CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne, who is also chief communication officer for MoveOn, join us with more.
Mike Pence visits New Hampshire
Former Vice President Mike Pence visited New Hampshire Thursday. He has not announced a 2024 presidential bid, but he has made multiple trips to the first-in-the-nation primary state in recent months. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice has more on Pence's trip.
Democrats seek to undo Trump-era bank law
Dozens of Democratic lawmakers have introduced legislation in response to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. The bill would repeal part of a Trump-era rollback of bank regulations. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins Lana Zak and Elaine Quijano with more on the proposal.
Trump comments on DeSantis, Pence
Former President Trump is ramping up his attacks on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. On his way back from from a speech in Iowa Monday, Trump claimed if it wasn't for him DeSantis would probably be working at "a law firm, or maybe a Pizza Hut." CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns discusses tensions between the two potential GOP rivals.
CBS News' exclusive talk with Trump
Former President Donald Trump made his first campaign visit to Iowa Monday as he once again seeks the Republican nomination. CBS News political director Fin Gomez traveled with Trump to and from the event and has more on their exclusive interview, including Trump's comments about potential GOP rival Ron DeSantis, and Mike Pence's recent comments on the Jan. 6 attack.
Trump in Iowa for campaign speech
Donald Trump is in Davenport, Iowa, to give a speech on education as he faces a growing number of potential challengers for the GOP nomination. Iowa-based pollster J. Ann Selzer joins CBS News to discuss new numbers from her firm on what Republicans in the state think of Trump and other high-profile Republicans.
DeSantis makes first Iowa visit ahead of 2024
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is in Iowa for his book tour in what many are speculating is a pre-2024 campaign visit. Former President Donald Trump has also scheduled a trip to the influential early voting state. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa spoke with Republicans in Iowa about the 2024 presidential field.
Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley make stops in Iowa
With the 2024 presidential campaign season underway, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley were in Iowa on Friday. While DeSantis has not yet announced his candidacy, he is considered by many to pose the biggest threat to former President Trump's chances at clinching the Republican nomination. Trump will visit the state Monday. Robert Costa has more from Iowa.
Politics roundup: Iowa visits, Fox News suit
Nikki Haley returns to Iowa for her campaign while Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis are set to visit the state in the next week. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins to discuss the 2024 Republican campaign as well as the latest revelations from the Dominion Voting Systems lawsuit against Fox News.
GOP candidates flock to Iowa to build support
GOP candidate Nikki Haley will visit Iowa today, where she will host two town halls. The Des Moines Register's chief politics reporter Brianne Pfannenstiel joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss what Republican candidates must do to sway Iowa voters, and what the Iowa Caucuses mean for the 2024 GOP field.
Federal agents involved in Pretti shooting placed on administrative leave, source says
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
Dozens confirmed dead as extreme cold continues to grip much of U.S.
The death toll continues to rise from a massive winter storm that left an ongoing spell of freezing weather in its wake.
Rubio: U.S. doesn't expect to take further military action in Venezuela "at any time"
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified before Congress about Nicolás Maduro's capture and the future of Venezuela, and also fielded questions about Iran and Greenland.
FBI executing search order at Fulton County elections hub
FBI agents are executing a search at a warehouse that serves as Fulton County's election hub.
Senate Democrats release demands as clock ticks toward partial government shutdown
Senate Democrats released their list of demands to reform immigration enforcement and fund the government Wednesday, with little time to avert a partial government shutdown.
CBS Boise chief meteorologist Roland Steadham killed in plane crash
Roland Steadham and one other person were aboard a small plane that crashed into the icy Payette River on Tuesday.
Fed holds interest rates steady in first meeting of 2026
The Federal Open Market Committee kept the federal funds rate steady, following three rate cuts last year.
Texas man slated to be first person executed in U.S. this year, for double murder
A Texas man is slated to be first person executed in U.S. this year, for killing his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend. At one point he escaped for three days.
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Senate Democrats release demands as clock ticks toward partial government shutdown
Senate Democrats released their list of demands to reform immigration enforcement and fund the government Wednesday, with little time to avert a partial government shutdown.
Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase to contribute $1,000 to Trump Accounts
Two of the biggest U.S. banks said they would match a $1,000 federal contribution for employees who open a Trump Account, touting the plan as a way to save money.
Fed holds interest rates steady in first meeting of 2026
The Federal Open Market Committee kept the federal funds rate steady, following three rate cuts last year.
Federal agents involved in Pretti shooting placed on administrative leave, source says
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
Dozens confirmed dead as extreme cold continues to grip much of U.S.
The death toll continues to rise from a massive winter storm that left an ongoing spell of freezing weather in its wake.
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Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase to contribute $1,000 to Trump Accounts
Two of the biggest U.S. banks said they would match a $1,000 federal contribution for employees who open a Trump Account, touting the plan as a way to save money.
Fed holds interest rates steady in first meeting of 2026
The Federal Open Market Committee kept the federal funds rate steady, following three rate cuts last year.
Are Trump's tariffs fueling a boom in trade deals for China and India?
As Trump's unpredictable tariff tactics prompt longtime U.S. trade partners to find alternatives, India and China seem happy to step in and get deals done.
Apple's Tim Cook calls for "de-escalation" after Alex Pretti's killing
Cook is joining other CEOs in weighing in on federal immigration enforcement following Pretti's killing on Jan. 24.
What TikTok wants to know about you now that it's in U.S. hands
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
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Senate Democrats release demands as clock ticks toward partial government shutdown
Senate Democrats released their list of demands to reform immigration enforcement and fund the government Wednesday, with little time to avert a partial government shutdown.
Federal agents involved in Pretti shooting placed on administrative leave, source says
The federal agents who were involved in Saturday's deadly shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave, a federal law enforcement official confirmed to CBS News.
FBI executing search order at Fulton County elections hub
FBI agents are executing a search at a warehouse that serves as Fulton County's election hub.
9 anti-ICE protesters arrested at Sen. Collins' Portland office
Police arrested nine people who were protesting against ICE at Sen. Susan Collins' Portland, Maine office.
Former law enforcement trainer sees "unanswered questions" in Alex Pretti's shooting
A former federal law enforcement trainer says the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers raises serious concerns about their tactical decision-making and use of force.
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South Carolina measles outbreak now larger than Texas' in 2025, new data shows
South Carolina's measles outbreak has grown to include 789 cases. A West Texas outbreak last year sickened 762 people.
Trump policies at odds with emerging understanding of COVID's long-term harm
Studies offer insights into the health risks and burdens faced by people who have had COVID infections. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has narrowed COVID vaccine recommendations and cut research.
Pediatrics group releases vaccine recommendations, breaks with CDC
The AAP is recommending immunization against 18 diseases. Earlier this month, the CDC reduced its recommendations for childhood vaccines to 11 diseases.
Academy of Pediatrics vaccine reccomendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics released its own recommendations for childhood vaccinations Monday. The list differs significantly from the reduced vaccine schedule released earlier this month by the CDC. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York City, joins CBS News to discuss.
Winter storm brings warnings about heart attack risk of shoveling snow
Cardiologists say shoveling snow can increase a person's risk of experiencing a heart attack.
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Ancient species that survived mass extinction event found in China
The fossils offer a rare glimpse into a cataclysmic event that brought a sudden end to the greatest explosion of life in our planet's history.
Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel
President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.
Are Trump's tariffs fueling a boom in trade deals for China and India?
As Trump's unpredictable tariff tactics prompt longtime U.S. trade partners to find alternatives, India and China seem happy to step in and get deals done.
Australia kills wild dogs linked to death of woman, sparking backlash
Australian authorities said six wild dogs were put down after 19-year-old backpacker Piper James's body was found at a beach on the island of K'gari.
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Bruce Springsteen releases new song, "Streets of Minneapolis"
Bruce Springsteen has released a song in honor of Alex Pretti and Renee Good titled "Streets of Minneapolis."
Peyton List on new season of "School Spirits"
Peyton List, who stars in the series "School Spirits" talks to "CBS Mornings" about the show's third season, her desire for her character to get closure and performing in off-Broadway's "Heathers The Musical."
Rosé opens up about success, self-doubt
Singer Rosé is the first K-pop star to have a song nominated in the Grammy's main categories, including record of the year and song of the year. She spoke to "CBS Mornings" about why she's still coming to terms with her success.
Natalia Lafourcade reflects on music career
Natalia Lafourcade is the most awarded woman in Latin Grammy history with 20 awards. This year, she's up for best Latin pop album at the Grammys, which would be her fifth Grammy if she wins. Lafourcade spoke to Anthony Mason about her music journey and rise to fame.
Ye, formerly Kanye West, reveals brain injury, apologizes for antisemitic remarks
In a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal, Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, revealed that the right frontal lobe of his brain was injured in a car accident 25 years ago.
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Analysts say Starlink may have guided Russian drones into a Ukrainian train
As Ukraine accuses Russia of terrorism with a deadly strike on a train, some defense analysts believe Elon Musk's Starlink may have guided the killer drones.
What TikTok wants to know about you now that it's in U.S. hands
Some TikTok users are raising questions about the app's new terms and conditions after the social media platform's split from its China-based parent.
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.
Newsom launches probe into TikTok
The new American version of TikTok is under scrutiny as some users claim the app is suppressing anti-ICE or anti-Trump content. Now, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is launching an investigation into the complaints. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Social media addiction case begins
A jury selection began on Tuesday in a landmark trial over alleged social media addiction. TikTok reached a late-night agreement Monday to settle the case. Stuart Benjamin, a professor at Duke Law School, breaks it down.
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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Details on man who charged at Rep. Omar
More details are emerging about 55-year-old Anthony Kazmierczak, the man detained after charging at Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall meeting on Tuesday. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel
President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.
Man to be sentenced for Iranian's murder plot
CBS News contributor Masih Alinejad is expected in court to face the man convicted of plotting to kill her. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
New details in shooting of Indiana judge
Authorities say the shooting of an Indiana judge and his wife in their home was a gang attack and a planned assassination attempt. Five people were arrested last week and charged in the shooting. Jericka Duncan reports.
Government report on Alex Pretti shooting
A U.S. Customs and Border Protection report shared with Congress does not mention Alex Pretti reaching for his firearm before he was killed, as alleged by Trump administration officials. CBS News' Matt Gutman reports.
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Bessent hits back on Trump accounts criticism
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pushed back on some of the "terrible criticism" the Trump Accounts have received, including that it could widen the wealth gap in America. "It's just because President Trump has sponsored it, they don't agree with it," Bessent told "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Kelly O'Grady.
Bessent defends DOJ probe into Fed chair
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Kelly O'Grady that the Justice Department's investigation into Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell should indicate to future Fed chairs that "independence does not mean no accountability." "The Fed has a very special relationship with the American people because it is the most powerful, unappointed group in the U.S.," Bessent said.
FBI searching Georgia election office
FBI agents are executing a search warrant at an election office in Fulton County, Georgia. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports.
Bruce Springsteen releases ICE protest song
Bruce Springsteen has released a new protest song about ICE in Minneapolis, dedicating it to Alex Pretti and Renee Good. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Man gets 15 years for Iran activist murder plot
A man who was convicted in a murder-for-hire plot against Iranian activist Masih Alinejad was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman and Alinejad, now a CBS News contributor, share their reactions.