Utah redistricting efforts face court order
The Utah congressional map must be redrawn ahead of the 2026 midterms, a judge has ruled. CBS News' Hunter Woodall explains.
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Trump says he's "crushing" inflation
President Trump addressed a crowd in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, to discuss his economic policies. This comes as affordability remains a prominent issue among Americans preparing to vote in the midterm elections. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
Dueling health care proposals expected
Health care proposals from both political parties are expected to move through Congress as Americans await answers on the Affordable Care Act tax subsidies expected to expire at the end of the year. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Trump boasts his economic policies
President Trump visited Pennsylvania to tout his economic policies as Americans continue to reel from high prices in certain sectors. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Eileen Higgins wins Miami mayoral race
Eileen Higgens won Miami's mayoral runoff election Tuesday. She is the first Democrat to be elected mayor of the city in nearly 30 years. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides reports.
Sen. Van Hollen spars with Greer over China
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen had a testy exchange Tuesday over tariffs and China. See the moment.
Trump trade chief grilled over high costs
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer faced tough questions Tuesday from Democratic Senators Jack Reed and Jeanne Shaheen over the economy. See the moment.
Jamieson Greer's opening statement before Senate
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer testified Tuesday about President Trump's tariffs and the economy before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce. See Greer's opening statement.
Supreme Court weighs future of party spending
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday over the long-standing legal limits on the amount of money political parties can spend in coordination with candidates. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.
Campaign finance limits before Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is weighing whether to overturn a decision that limits the amount of money political parties can spend on candidates. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
Hegseth to brief "Gang of Eight" lawmakers
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is briefing the group of top lawmakers known as the "Gang of Eight" about the U.S. strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
MTG says GOP women face harsh criticism
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene argues Republican women are marginalized within their own party. "I'll defend Republican women that we have a very important place in our party, and our voice should be heard, not marginalized," she says. "The Republican Party has a problem with women voters. And that probably makes the strongest point of all." Greene says she's not leaving the Republican Party, and that she proudly defends women.
Supreme Court weighs election finance limits
The Supreme Court is weighing a challenge over campaign spending ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more details.
Trump heads to Pennsylvania to tout economy
President Trump is set to deliver remarks on Tuesday in Pennsylvania, where he is expected to tout his economic agenda ahead of the 2026 midterm election. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Senate to vote on ACA subsidies extension
The Senate is set to vote Thursday on a plan to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies as multiple Republican-led proposals also take shape. CBS News' Taurean Small has more from Capitol Hill.
DNC leader on strategy before next election
Democratic National Committee Chairman Ken Martin is weighing in on the party's strategy ahead of the midterms and the 2028 elections. CBS News' Fin Gómez reports.
Trump traveling to tout economy
President Trump is visiting Pennsylvania to tout his economic achievements as more Americans decry affordability issues. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Campaign finance limits case at Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments on federal limits to coordinated spending by political parties. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
Republican-backed health care reform proposals
Multiple proposals on health care reform are expected from Republicans in Congress. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Trump lets Nvidia sell some AI chips to China
President Trump announced Monday he will allow Nvidia to sell its advanced H200 computer chips to "approved customers" in China, but Mr. Trump said the deal does not include Nvidia's more advanced Blackwell system or its soon-to-be-released Rubin system.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches Senate bid
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas launched a bid for U.S. Senate on Monday. CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle has the details.
Colin Allred on why he left Texas Senate race
Former Democratic Rep. Colin Allred of Texas announced Monday he's dropping out of the Lone Star State's Senate race, and is instead running for a newly drawn House seat. Allred joins "The Takeout" to explain his decision.
Trump's farmer aid comes amid Greene schism
President Trump on Monday announced a $12 billion aid package for U.S. farmers. The news comes as Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene accuses Mr. Trump of walking away from "America First" policies. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Source: Jasmine Crockett running for Senate
Rep. Jasmine Crockett has filed the paperwork to run for Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas, a source tells CBS News Texas. CBS News reporter Shawna Mizelle has more.
Trump asked about video of second strike on boat
President Trump took questions at the White House Monday on a variety of topics, including the ongoing controversy over a second strike on an alleged drug boat.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006.
Ambassador says son is fighting for his life after attack in West Bank
Neria Leiter, the son of Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, was seriously injured in a car-ramming attack in the West Bank.
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
Hurricane Polo a very powerful Category 4 storm off Mexico. See its path.
Hurricane Polo intensified rapidly in the Pacific off the southwestern Mexican coast, growing into a Category 5 storm before weakening slightly to a Category 4. Here's the latest on its path.
These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
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Police make 2nd arrest in death of woman found hanging from tree
Police said they have an arrest warrant for one more person in the death on Mississippi woman Tasia Fortune.
Chris Spatola, basketball analyst and Mike Krzyzewski's son-in-law, dies at 47
Spatola played basketball for the U.S. Military Academy and later coached on legendary Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski's staff.
These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
El Niño could cause 451,000 more heat deaths compared to normal year, group says
Researchers project nearly half a million more heat-related deaths from June 2026 to February 2027 compared with a typical year, as a result of El Niño.
Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
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Social Security tax hike "financially impossible" for many, expert says
Raising payroll taxes enough to stabilize Social Security could add thousands of dollars in annual costs, according to one analysis.
Mortgage rates top 7% for the first time since May 2024
As rates climb, more buyers are seeking riskier adjustable-rate mortgages, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Meta's Muse shopping agent is a hit, as AI commerce starts to take off
Meta's new AI tool now ranks at the top of the App Store. Some retail experts see a "natural evolution from search."
Andreessen Horowitz launches AI school as college alternative
One of Silicon Valley's most prominent venture investors is gearing its new tech academy toward aspiring entrepreneurs focused on building AI.
3 guys hacked OpenAI using a rival Anthropic model. Here's what to know.
Cybersecurity researchers from a small firm called Hacktron in India broke into OpenAI, showing how vulnerable frontier labs are.
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These GOP candidates in tight races are calling for a quick end to Iran war
Some Trump-aligned candidates are calling for an end to the Iran war, even as Trump stands by his Iran strategy and has suggested escalation is possible.
DOJ defends Trump media ban, citing national security and "professionalism"
The Justice Department claimed that reporting from CNN, MS NOW and Politico raises national security concerns and accused their journalists of failing to act with "professionalism and decorum."
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
Redrawn Missouri congressional map lands before Supreme Court for third time
The fight over Missouri's congressional map returned to the U.S. Supreme Court for a third time after an appeals court ordered the revival of new districts backed by President Trump.
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Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
Her postpartum symptoms wouldn't go away. A brain tumor was to blame.
Lisa Fasone's first pregnancy went smoothly. Then a rare health condition put her dreams of a second child on hold.
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Ambassador says son is fighting for his life after attack in West Bank
Neria Leiter, the son of Israel's ambassador to the U.S., Yechiel Leiter, was seriously injured in a car-ramming attack in the West Bank.
6 people killed in bear attacks in Siberia: "Under siege"
Prosecutors said they opened a probe into criminal negligence, accusing local officials of failing to control bear numbers.
El Niño could cause 451,000 more heat deaths compared to normal year, group says
Researchers project nearly half a million more heat-related deaths from June 2026 to February 2027 compared with a typical year, as a result of El Niño.
Wife of scholar detained in China wants Trump to press Xi to release him
Min Zin, a Myanmar scholar, has been held for more than 100 days at what human rights groups say is a "black site" in China.
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U.S., Iran hold first talks since June as Trump threatens annihilation
U.S. and Iranian delegations met on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, rekindling diplomacy amid Trump's threat to "annihilate" the regime.
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Zibby Owens on living "between chapters"
Zibby Owens sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book "Between Chapters: How I Started Over, Took Some Chances, and Found the Plot ."
"Lioness" star Michael Kelly on season finale
"Lioness" actor Michael Kelly sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss the season 3 finale of the popular series.
Dolly Parton's estate in feud with her nephew
Dolly Parton's estate has accused her nephew, Bryan Seaver, of extortion. Seaver, who announced the singer's death last month, was also fired as her head of security. Adriana Diaz reports.
Taylor Swift announces new song out this week
Taylor Swift announced she's releasing a new song, "Patient Zero," on Friday. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Hayden Panettiere's cause of death
Hayden Panettiere died of an accidental overdose involving fentanyl, the coroner's office said in its autopsy report. Lillia Luciano reports.
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Trump to meet with China's XI over AI
President Trump has downplayed the threat posed by artificial intelligence amid growing calls for AI regulation. MIT professor and artificial intelligence expert Max Tegmark weighs in on Mr. Trump's planned meeting with China's Xi Jinping.
How a "swarm" of AI agents hacked a company
Experts are worried about the dangers of "swarms" of AI models coming together to accomplish a complex task for nefarious reasons. CBS News' Megan Cerullo breaks down what this means.
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.
Downloads surge for Meta's new AI agent Muse
Meta's new AI personal assistant, Muse, has reached the top of the U.S. App Store charts, surpassing competitor ChatGPT. CBS News digital reporter Lauren Fichten details how the app's popularity is helping Meta play catch-up in the AI race.
Trump rejects calls to rein in AI
At the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, President Trump told world leaders that the U.S. rejects efforts to rein in artificial intelligence. Stephen Witt, a journalist focused on AI, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Could Boise's "Unknown Wanderer" be linked to Chicago Tylenol murders?
Boise police have identified a man known as the "Unknown Wanderer" who was found dead in a church in 1982, and revealed a possible link to the Chicago Tylenol murders.
Hacking group says it breached FBI services
The notorious hacking group ShinyHunters claims it breached the FBI's job website. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Call for Trump Jr., Hunter Biden probe
Some Republican senators want an investigation into the business dealings of both Donald Trump Jr. and Hunter Biden. CBS News' Nancy Cordes explains why.
Nolan Wells' family demands answers
An attorney for the family of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells is calling for the Department of Justice to step in after a grand jury declined to charge anyone in his drowning death. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault case
Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced movie mogul, was sentenced to 15 years in prison Wednesday morning for sexually assaulting Miriam Haley at his Manhattan apartment in 2006.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
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.
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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.
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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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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Bone Loss: A Silent Disease
About half of women over the age of 50 experience bone density loss, but most don't even know they have a problem. That's why Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein calls it a "silent disease." Dr. Wittstein has been at the forefront of understanding how joint pain and joint health evolve over a woman's lifetime. She tells Norah how you can reverse bone loss and what impact hormones have on bone density.
Rubio meets with Russian foreign minister
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to the press following a meeting with Sergey Lavrov, Russia's foreign minister, at the United Nations General Assembly.
Talarico leads Paxton in Texas, poll shows
Democratic candidate James Talarico is currently leading Republican Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, according to a Marist poll. Meanwhile, some Republicans are calling for an end to the war. CBS News' Fin Gomez has more.
Trump-Xi relationship's foreign policy impact
Kyle Chan, a fellow at the Brookings Institution, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting at the White House on Thursday.