Mnuchin presents counteroffer on COVID bill in meeting with Pelosi
The treasury secretary said he and Pelosi are prepared to give negotiations over a coronavirus relief bill "one more serious try."
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Pelosi and Mnuchin resume talks on coronavirus relief measure
House Democrats revealed a $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief measure Monday.
Senators clash over filling Ginsburg's seat
The solemn ceremonies to remember the life of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg are in stark contrast to the heated debate on Capitol Hill over her replacement. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joined CBSN with the latest on the nomination process.
Deal reached to avert government shutdown
The Trump administration and Democratic leaders have informally agreed to a continuing resolution to avoid a potential government shutdown. But they're still at odds over the next coronavirus relief package. Bofta Yimam reports.
Mnuchin says both GOP, Pelosi agree to avoid shutdown
Both parties need to agree to a government funding bill by the end of the month to avoid a shutdown.
Pelosi, Mnuchin informally agree on plan to avoid government shutdown
The two agreed the resolution to keep the government open should be "clean," meaning without controversial provisions. It would avoid funding battles before the November elections.
Senate Republicans look to roll out targeted coronavirus relief bill
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will "hopefully" introduce a new measure next week.
PPP loans seen as "fertile ground" for scams
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin is testifying before a House committee where he is expected to be asked about the potential for fraudulent loans acquired under the Paycheck Protection Program. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about where the money went and if the government will be able to get it back.
Treasury Department insists Mnuchin isn't politicizing Postal Service
A former top Postal Service official accused the treasury secretary of politicizing the Postal Service.
Ex-Postal Service official: White House involved in slowing mail
The former top USPS official said the Trump administration has been "politicizing" the Postal Service.
Dems say Mnuchin offered to meet but refused to budge on COVID bill
Top Democrats say Mnuchin made an "overture" to meet but made it clear "the White House is not budging" in negotiations.
White House not expecting talks with Democrats on COVID bill this week
President Trump took executive action after talks between White House officials and Democrats failed last week.
Trump signs COVID-19 executive orders
After coronavirus relief bill negotiations collapsed, President Trump signed four executive orders aimed at providing financial aid to Americans. Democrats have decried the actions as unconstitutional, and they will most likely be challenged in court. CBS News' Paula Reid joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest.
COVID-19 relief bill negotiations fall apart
Negotiations between the White House and congressional leaders broke down Friday, as both sides remain divided over the next coronavirus relief package. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that and more.
U.S. imposes sanctions on Hong Kong's leader
The Trump administration is imposing a new round of sanctions on top officials in Hong Kong, including leader Carrie Lam. The move is in response to Lam implementing Beijing's new national security legislation cracking down on political freedoms. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish, a senior fellow at the Asia Society, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
White House officials and Democrats fail to reach deal on COVID bill
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said that he would recommend the president take executive action.
Trump on Beirut explosion, COVID relief bill
President Trump is contradicting local Lebanese officials by suggesting that the deadly explosion that rocked Beirut was an "attack." Lebanon says a stockpile of confiscated explosives is to blame. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with more on that as well as new details on COVID-19 relief bill negotiations and the Trump campaign's lawsuit targeting Nevada over mail-in voting.
Relief bill stalled over jobless benefits
White House advisers and top Democrats are set to meet again today to continue negotiations over the next round of coronavirus relief legislation. Disagreements over extending federal unemployment benefits remain a sticking point. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joins CBSN with the latest.
Transcript: Mark Meadows on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows that aired Sunday, August 2, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
White House and Congress fail to reach new stimulus deal
Despite hours of negotiating early Saturday, the White House and Congress failed to reach a new stimulus deal despite millions of Americans facing possible evictions and other financial obligations. Nikole Killion reports.
Pelosi calls relief package discussions "productive" but no deal
Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer met with White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnunchin Saturday.
GOP softens position on $600 jobless benefit
White House chief of staff Mark Meadows and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin are scheduled to meet with Democratic leaders Saturday morning as a program that provided a $600 weekly supplement to unemployment benefits amid the pandemic expired overnight. The federal program has been the subject of fierce debate between President Trump and congressional Republicans, who have recently softened on the subject of an extension, and Democratic lawmakers. Nikole Killion reports on the ongoing negotiations.
Mnuchin says Congress is "very far apart" from deal on coronavirus bill
Expanded unemployment benefits will not be extended at the moment.
Capitol Hill debates COVID-19 relief
The clock is ticking for congressional lawmakers to pass another federal stimulus package, as unemployment benefits for roughly 25 million Americans are set to expire this week. CBS News' Skyler Henry and Wall Street Journal's Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
White House, GOP senators inch closer to coronavirus relief proposal
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the White House and Senate Republicans had reached a "fundamental agreement."
House tables Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
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Whistleblower speaks out on quality issues at Boeing supplier
Former Spirit AeroSystems worker Santiago Paredes was responsible for checking 737 Max fuselages before they were shipped to Boeing.
U.S. to empower asylum officials to reject more migrants earlier in process
The Biden administration is planning to announce a new regulation designed to allow immigration officials to deport migrants ineligible for U.S. asylum earlier in the process.
RFK Jr. says he suffered from parasitic brain worm and mercury poisoning
Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."
3 killed as storms slam southeast U.S. after tornadoes strike Midwest
Wednesday's deadly weather comes after a series of deadly and powerful tornadoes struck the Midwest on Monday and Tuesday.
New Mexico AG again accuses Meta of failing to address child exploitation
A sting, part of "Operation MetaPhile," led to the arrests of two men at the same New Mexico motel Tuesday.
Georgia court will review decision allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump case
Judge Scott McAfee allowed District Attorney Fani Willis to remain on the case involving former President Donald Trump if Nathan Wade resigned, which he did.
Barron Trump selected as Florida delegate to Republican National Convention
The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial gave Trump permission to attend Barron Trump's high school graduation later this month.
Deputies burst into wrong apartment, fatally shot airman, lawyer says
Florida sheriff deputies burst into the wrong apartment and fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson, Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said.
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Barron Trump selected as Florida delegate to Republican National Convention
The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial gave Trump permission to attend Barron Trump's high school graduation later this month.
3 killed as storms slam southeast U.S. after tornadoes strike Midwest
Wednesday's deadly weather comes after a series of deadly and powerful tornadoes struck the Midwest on Monday and Tuesday.
New Mexico AG again accuses Meta of failing to address child exploitation
A sting, part of "Operation MetaPhile," led to the arrests of two men at the same New Mexico motel Tuesday.
Deputies burst into wrong apartment, fatally shot airman, lawyer says
Florida sheriff deputies burst into the wrong apartment and fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson, Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said.
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Whistleblower speaks out on quality issues at Boeing supplier
Former Spirit AeroSystems worker Santiago Paredes was responsible for checking 737 Max fuselages before they were shipped to Boeing.
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Hyundai finance unit accused of illegally seizing U.S. soldiers' cars
Justice Department accuses Hyundai Capital America of failing to obtain court orders before repossessing service members' cars.
Rents are rising far faster than wages, especially in these U.S. cities
The median U.S. rent now hovers around $2,000 a month, consuming a growing chunk of people's paychecks.
Hy-Vee, Schnucks recall cream cheese spreads due to salmonella risk
Regional grocery chains separately recall cheese spreads sold across the Midwest because they may be tainted with bacteria.
1 in 24 NYC residents is a millionaire, more than any other city
If it feels like everyone in New York City is richer than you, it's because they probably are.
The federal government can do more about home costs than you think
The cost to buy a home is historically high, but Congress and the administration can do much more, experts say.
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Barron Trump selected as Florida delegate to Republican National Convention
The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial gave Trump permission to attend Barron Trump's high school graduation later this month.
House tables Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson
Greene's move marked a reversal from a day earlier, when the Georgia Republican appeared to retreat from her threat to trigger a vote to remove Johnson as speaker.
U.S. to empower asylum officials to reject more migrants earlier in process
The Biden administration is planning to announce a new regulation designed to allow immigration officials to deport migrants ineligible for U.S. asylum earlier in the process.
RFK Jr. says he suffered from a parasitic brain worm and mercury poisoning
Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."
The federal government can do more about home costs than you think
The cost to buy a home is historically high, but Congress and the administration can do much more, experts say.
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Over 321,000 U.S. children lost a parent to overdose over 10 years, study finds
Almost 650,000 people aged 18 to 64 died of a drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, researchers found.
Hy-Vee, Schnucks recall cream cheese spreads due to salmonella risk
Regional grocery chains separately recall cheese spreads sold across the Midwest because they may be tainted with bacteria.
Study seeks to find out why Black women have the highest death rate for most cancers
The American Cancer Society is trying to find out why Black women have the highest death rate for most cancers.
Tweens are obsessed with skin care. Experts share do's and don'ts
The trend of teens and tweens obsessing over skin care is "at its max," one dermatologist says.
Study raises concern over exposure to flame retardant chemicals in some car seats
According to a new study, "vehicles are likely important sources of human exposure to potentially harmful" flame retardants.
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Flight attendants charged with smuggled drug money to Dominican Republic
Four flight attendants who worked at major international airlines and flew from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic were charged for allegedly smuggling drug money.
Prince Harry is in London, but won't see King Charles
Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, is marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games but his spokesman said he will not meet with his father, King Charles III.
Historic ship delivers Olympic flame to France for the Summer Games
The Olympic flame arrived in France aboard a 19th century tall ship to kick off a 7,500-mile journey to the Paris Summer Games.
At least 100 dead and dozens still missing amid flooding in Brazil
Nearly 400 municipalities have been affected by the worst natural calamity ever to hit the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil.
Biden says U.S. won't supply Israel with weapons for Rafah offensive
Biden said in an interview with CNN he's "made it clear" to Israelis that "they're not going to get our support" if they attack Rafah's population centers.
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Miss Teen USA gives up title days after Miss USA resigned
UmaSofia Srivastava resigned as Miss Teen USA on Wednesday, just two days after Noelia Voigt stepped down as Miss USA.
Travis Kelce joins upcoming horror TV series "Grotesquerie"
"Grotesquerie" star Niecy Nash took to social media to show off her new co-worker, Travis Kelce, on the new horror-drama TV series by "American Horror Story" creator Ryan Murphy.
Steve Albini, rock musician and producer behind Nirvana and Pixies albums, dies at 61
Brian Fox, a fellow producer and engineer at Albini's Electrical Audio studio in Chicago, confirmed Albini passed away Tuesday night from a heart attack.
Actor Hoa Xuande on his rise in Hollywood
As part of AAPI month, "CBS Mornings" partnered with the organization Gold House to celebrate its A 100 list, which recognizes this year's most impactful Asian-Pacific leaders. One of the honorees is actor Hoa Xuande. You may recognize him for his lead role in the HBO show "The Sympathizer." He stars alongside Sandra Oh and Robert Downey Jr. Jo Ling Kent met the rising star, whose unlikely Hollywood journey shows no signs of stopping.
Carl Lamarre breaks down Drake, Kendrick feud
Billboard's Carl Lamarre joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the heated feud between hip-hop artists Drake and Kendrick Lamar.
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Microsoft: More workers are adopting AI
A new Microsoft report shows that 75% of workers now use artificial intelligence at their jobs. Jared Spataro, Microsoft's corporate vice president of AI at work, joins CBS News to discuss how the technology is changing workplaces.
The ethical challenges of AI on battlefield
Artificial intelligence has revolutionized how millions work and the same is true for militaries worldwide. Autonomous weapons systems are already on the battlefield in Ukraine and Gaza. Dr. C. Anthony Pfaff, research professor at U.S. Army War College, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Spirit AeroSystems whistleblower speaks out
Santiago Paredes spent a decade doing final inspections on 737 fuselages for Spirit AeroSystems, one of Boeing's largest suppliers. He says he filed an ethics complaint when his managers asked him to speed up inspections about where he was finding issues, and when he was ignored, he eventually resigned. He spoke exclusively to Kris Van Cleave.
TikTok sues over U.S. law that could ban app
TikTok filed a lawsuit over U.S. legislation that could ban the social media app. It says a new law demanding it sever ties with the Chinese government is unconstitutional and is a free speech issue. However, supporters of the law say it's essential for national security.
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Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
Long-awaited Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
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Deputies burst into wrong apartment, fatally shot airman, lawyer says
Florida sheriff deputies burst into the wrong apartment and fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson, Civil rights attorney Ben Crump said.
Flight attendants charged with smuggled drug money to Dominican Republic
Four flight attendants who worked at major international airlines and flew from the U.S. to the Dominican Republic were charged for allegedly smuggling drug money.
Former U.S. soldier convicted in cold case murder on Army base in Germany
A man was convicted in the 2001 murder of Amanda Gonzales, a U.S. Army soldier who was 19 at the time of her death.
Mom accused of throwing son to his death in crocodile-infested canal
Indian police have arrested the parents of a 6-year-old deaf and nonverbal boy who's body was found in a canal with signs of a crocodile attack.
Cruise ship worker accused of stabbing woman, 2 guards at sea
The worker stabbed a woman and two guards who tried to intervene before being subdued and held in a "shipboard jail," the affidavit says.
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Thick atmosphere detected around planet twice as big as Earth
The so-called super Earth — known as 55 Cancri e — is among the few rocky planets outside our solar system with a significant atmosphere.
Video shows plasma swirling on sun in "exquisite detail"
In the video, the surface of the sun appears furred with dark yellow material as beams of gold swoop overhead.
Starliner launch delayed to at least May 17 to replace suspect valve in Atlas 5 rocket
United Launch Alliance decided to replace a suspect valve in the Atlas 5 rocket's upper stage, delaying launch to late next week.
NASA simulation mimics flying into black hole's "point of no return"
The visualization, produced on a NASA supercomputer, allows users to experience flight towards a supermassive black hole.
What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
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PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
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CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
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Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
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U.S. reviewing planned Israel weapons sales
The Biden administration says it paused a shipment of bombs to Israel last week because of concerns that the Israeli military could use them in Rafah where more than one million civilians are sheltering. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin has the details.
Examining the rise of 6-week abortion bans
Seventeen states in the U.S. now ban abortions after six weeks of pregnancy or sooner, with some exceptions. Elizabeth Dias, national religion correspondent for The New York Times, joins "America Decides" to explain the history of six-week abortion bans and their increasing visibility.
What Biden needs to do to win Pennsylvania
The Biden campaign continued its focus on abortion rights Wednesday, with Vice President Kamala Harris speaking on the issue near Philadelphia. The stop comes as CBS News polling finds the presidential race is neck and neck in the Keystone State. Pennsylvania State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, Biden campaign adviser, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Public school leaders grilled on antisemitism
The leaders of three large public school districts faced questions Wednesday from a House panel about antisemitism. They denied allegations they let the incidents run rampant at their schools. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has details on the hearing.
Microsoft: More workers are adopting AI
A new Microsoft report shows that 75% of workers now use artificial intelligence at their jobs. Jared Spataro, Microsoft's corporate vice president of AI at work, joins CBS News to discuss how the technology is changing workplaces.