9/28/20: Red and Blue
Fallout over NYT report on Trump's taxes; 2020 election to shape future of U.S. immigration
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"Art of the Deal" writer on Trump tax story
President Trump has long touted he's built a great company on his path to the White House, but an investigation by the New York Times sheds some new light on the chronic losses he's reported to avoid paying taxes. Tony Schwartz, who was the ghostwriter for "Trump: The Art of the Deal" and has a new book on the president, joined CBSN to discuss how Mr. Trump created the mythology about his financial success.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rips Trump over his tax returns
"Donald Trump has never cared for our country more than he cares for himself. A walking scam," the New York congresswoman tweeted.
Trump reportedly avoided paying taxes for years
President Trump is refusing to directly address allegations he avoided paying any federal income tax for years. Ben Tracy has the latest.
Tax attorney on Trump's reported tax returns
President Trump is strongly denying the New York Times' bombshell report that highlights decades of his long-concealed tax records. Rebecca Walser, a tax attorney, joined CBSN to break it all down.
Trump attacks New York Times report on taxes
President Trump in a press conference on Sunday denied a New York Times report that alleged he avoided paying income taxes for years, and only paid $750 in income taxes in 2016 and 2017. Paula Reid reports.
Trump disputes report that he paid $750 in taxes while in office
Donald Trump paid just $750 in federal income taxes the year he ran for president and in his first year in the White House, according to a report in The New York Times.
Trump disputes NYT report on taxes
President Trump on Sunday called a New York Times report that alleged he paid only $750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017 and paid no federal income tax in 10 of the years reviewed "fake news."
How climate migration will impact the U.S.
Between one of the most active Atlantic hurricane seasons on record and the massive wildfires still raging on the West Coast, the U.S. is witnessing an unprecedented onslaught of natural disasters this year. Abrahm Lustgarten, a New York Times senior reporter investigating climate, joined CBSN to explain how climate migration will reshape the nation and the lasting impacts these disasters will have on cities.
Trump blasts 1619 Project and proposes his own "1776 commission"
The president said the project aimed at exploring how central slavery was to America's founding "warped" American history. He also signed an order creating a "1776 commission."
HHS spokesman says he recieved death threat during Facebook broadcast
During the session, Caputo said scientists "haven't gotten out of their sweatpants except for meetings at coffee shops" to plot "how they're going to attack Donald Trump next."
How COVID-19 impacts food insecurity
A new article from The New York Times explores the impact coronavirus has had on people who went into the pandemic already suffering from extreme poverty. The New York Times’ global economic correspondent, Peter Goodman, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more on his report.
Trump says he'd personally finance campaign
President Trump on Tuesday denied reports that his campaign funds are dwindling, but said he would be willing to personally finance the effort if necessary. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Nicole Sganga joins "Red and Blue"'s Elaine Quijano with more on the president's reaction to reports that he has lost the significant cash advantage he had over Joe Biden just five months ago.
Surrogate children denied U.S. citizenship
A gay American couple that used an overseas surrogate to have their daughter is told she will not have U.S. citizenship. The married couple used the sperm from the British-born father and the egg from a foreign surrogate. According to U.S. policy, that means the child is not America. New York Times reporter Sarah Mervosh joined CBSN AM to explain why, and what happens to the couple's daughter.
Violent fake Trump video shown at his resort
A disturbing video depicting a fake President Trump attacking his political enemies was shown at the president's Miami resort during a conference hosted by a pro-Trump group. The video depicts a man, who was made to look like the president, shooting and stabbing people inside a church. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined "CBSN AM" to discuss.
NYT: Bolton balked at Ukraine aid freeze
The New York Times is reporting that top-level people in the White House warned President Trump early on against freezing military aid to Ukraine and feared the political repercussions. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy is traveling with the president and joins CBSN from Florida with the latest.
Jacqueline Woodson on new book, mental health
New York Times best-selling author Jacqueline Woodson places Black teens and kids at the center of their stories. The award-winning author joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her new book "Before The Ever After," about a boy who struggles to understand why his pro football player dad is slowly losing his memories. Woodson discusses the lessons of hope this story gives families struggling with mental health issues and the importance of Black kids seeing themselves in the narrative.
The poll asks Democrats and Republicans who they'd like to see run for president in 2016
A new CBS News/New York Times poll asks Democrats and Republicans who they'd like to see run for president in 2016. Charlie Rose and Norah O'Donnell report.
Now an obsession for millions of people, crossword puzzles first started addicting word-fans a century ago Saturday
Now an obsession for millions of people, crossword puzzles first started addicting word-fans a century ago Saturday. Mo Rocca reports on the history of the wordplay.
Tony Scott, film critic for The New York Times, talks about the best films coming to a theater near you
As the holidays begin, so too, does the competition for the big movies of the season. Tony Scott, film critic for The New York Times, talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the best films coming to a theater near you.
How to create social change
New York Times bestselling-author and "CBS This Morning" contributor Gretchen Rubin shares tips for people who want to contribute to social change in this country.
Facebook, Twitter remove false Trump claim
President Trump is once again facing criticism for spreading false information about the coronavirus. Facebook and Twitter removed videos in which he claimed children are essentially immune from the virus, which is not true. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to set the record straight.
Tom Cotton criticized for slavery comment
Arkansas Republican Senator Tom Cotton is facing criticism after saying in an interview that slavery was viewed as a "necessary evil" in the founding of the United States. He is seeking to withhold funding to schools that teach "The 1619 Project" to reexamine the legacy of slavery. CBSN's Lana Zak has details.
Federal agents' response to Portland protests
Federal officers were filmed shooting tear gas and smoke bombs at protesters early Tuesday morning in Portland, Oregon, and the Department of Homeland Security is preparing to deploy agents to other cities. CBS News' Carter Evans reports from Portland, and Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a homeland security correspondent for the New York Times, joins CBSN with more on who these agents are and questions about their legal authority.
New book sheds light on Trump's border policy
A new book written by two New York Times journalists report President Trump suggested using alligators and snakes at the border to deter migrants. He also reportedly floated the idea of shooting migrants in the leg. CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" for a closer look.
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on Feb. 1 and ransom notes were being investigated.
El Paso airspace reopens after FAA previously announced 10-day closure
The Federal Aviation Administration changed course and said flights would resume after halting all air traffic into and out of El Paso.
9 killed, dozens injured in shootings at high school and home in Canada
The suspected shooter was found dead in the school from a "self-inflicted injury," Canadian police said.
Bondi set to testify at House hearing amid scrutiny over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to field questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files.
Grand jury declines charges against 6 Democrats over illegal orders video
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
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14-year-old girl allegedly zip-tied in raid, raising questions about ICE tactics
A 14-year-old girl said she was "crying" and "struggling to breathe" when law enforcement officers herded her onto a racetrack with other detainees and zip-tied her hands.
Videos in the Epstein files reveal disturbing glimpses of his private life
The Epstein files released by the Justice Department include hours of video footage Jeffrey Epstein recorded, received or downloaded. The Free Press has compiled it all.
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Georgia army veteran deported after traffic stop speaks out on ICE detention
A Georgia Army veteran who spent nearly five decades in the United States was deported to Jamaica following a routine traffic stop.
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Economists had forecast a monthly payroll gain of 75,000, according to polling from financial data company FactSet.
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How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
House to vote on the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
Letters found in home show messages between WWII soldier, future wife
The letters by William Raymond Whittaker and Jane Dean were found in a Nashville home that had belonged to Jane and her siblings.
Bondi set to testify at House hearing amid scrutiny over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to field questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files.
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How slower U.S. population growth could impact the economy
A slowdown in immigration and lower birth rates could crimp the U.S. economy by shrinking the nation's workforce, researchers say
Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
Surprise burst in hiring across the U.S. last month shows the labor market remains on solid ground.
New Medicaid work rules likely to hit middle-aged adults hard
Republicans have said new Medicaid work rules are aimed at unemployed young people who should have jobs. Policy researchers say the rules are more likely to disrupt coverage for middle-aged adults.
Bought a new car last year? You could qualify for this tax break.
New deduction allows taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 on interest they paid to buy a new American-made vehicle in 2025.
Estée Lauder accuses Walmart of selling counterfeits of its products
Estée Lauder lawsuit alleges Walmart sells fake versions of products from brands including Aveda, Clinique and Tom Ford.
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House to vote on the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
Bondi set to testify at House hearing amid scrutiny over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi is set to field questions about the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files.
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DNC tallied over $7 million in grassroots fundraising last month
Democrats are facing a stark cash gap with the Republican National Committee after the GOP closed 2025 with $95 million in cash on hand.
Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
House Republicans break with Trump, blocking a bid to protect tariff authority
GOP leaders launched an unsuccessful bid to reinstate a ban on resolutions that challenged the president's sweeping tariffs.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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Team USA curler from Minnesota says people's rights being quashed at home
Team USA's curlers are trying to focus on the ice at the Winter Games in Italy, but one member from Minnesota says "what's going on there is wrong."
Russian drone kills father, 3 young kids, seriously wounds pregnant mom
Ukrainian officials say a man and his three toddlers were killed when a Russian drone razed their house, and the mother, 35 weeks pregnant, is in critical condition.
9 killed, dozens injured in shootings at high school and home in Canada
The suspected shooter was found dead in the school from a "self-inflicted injury," Canadian police said.
Spanish skater in Minions costume reflects on music rights dispute, performance
Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate donned his Minions costume at the 2026 Winter Olympics in the men's short program, days after he received approval for the music.
Maxim Naumov makes Olympic debut 1 year after parents killed in midair collision
Maxim Naumov's score Tuesday was enough to make it through the short program, giving him another opportunity to perform when the men's free skate takes place Friday night.
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Chappell Roan leaves Wasserman talent agency after his mentions in Epstein files
Chappell Roan says she's left her talent agency after its CEO, Casey Wasserman, was named in files related to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Analyzing best and worst Super Bowl LX ads
Just 30 seconds of highly coveted commercial airtime during the Super Bowl costs as much as $10 million, according to CBS News MoneyWatch. Bill Pearce, marketing faculty member at The University of California, Berkeley, joins to discuss some of the ads from Super Bowl LX.
Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show included superstar surprise guests and a message of unity and cultural celebration. While many praised the performance, President Trump took to social media to criticize the show. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
Bad Bunny and the politics of the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is a football game, an entertainment spectacle, a global billboard and a crucible of American political discord. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Catherine O'Hara's cause of death was a pulmonary embolism
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
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Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.
AI tech boom causes shortages
The demands of the artificial intelligence boom may be causing shortages in other sectors that help boost the U.S. economy. Shira Ovide, a technology reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.
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.
Social media companies face massive trial
Opening statements began in a landmark trial against Google and Meta on the apparent harms of social media platforms. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
Social media giants accused of "addicting the brains of children" as trial begins
Instagram's parent company Meta and Google's YouTube dispute claims that their platforms deliberately addict and harm children.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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.
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Latest news on Nancy Guthrie kidnapping
A man who was briefly detained in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case wants to clear his name, saying "I didn't do anything. ... I'm innocent." This comes after the FBI released images of a subject at Guthrie's footsteps. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Ex-FBI agent on developments in Guthrie case
Officials are looking to identify a person who was caught on video wearing a mask and gloves outside Nancy Guthrie's home the night she went missing. On Tuesday, a person was detained in connection to the case and a man who identified himself as Carlos said he was that person and was released. Lance Leising, a retired supervisory special agent with the FBI, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the latest developments in the case.
White House on Epstein files about Lutnick
The White House said Tuesday it stands by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick as more details emerge about his apparent relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. This comes as more files depict what President Trump apparently knew about the convicted sex offender. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Deadly shootings at Canada high school, home
At least nine people were killed, dozens were injured, and the shooter is dead after a set of shootings in British Columbia, Canadian police said Tuesday. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump called police about Epstein decades ago
Newly surfaced records show that 20 years ago, then-private citizen Donald Trump called police in Palm Beach, Florida, about Jeffrey Epstein. He told police, "Thank goodness you're stopping him. Everyone has known he's been doing this." The call contradicts President Trump's claim that he was unaware of Epstein's crimes. Scott MacFarlane reports.
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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U.S. wins 5 more medals in 5 sports
At the Winter Olympics in Italy, Americans won five medals in five different sports on Tuesday. But one of the U.S.' top athletes, Mikaela Shiffrin, and Breezy Johnson, who already won gold during the Games, missed the podium during a team event. Seth Doane reports.
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.
Latest news on Nancy Guthrie kidnapping
A man who was briefly detained in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case wants to clear his name, saying "I didn't do anything. ... I'm innocent." This comes after the FBI released images of a subject at Guthrie's footsteps. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
FAA reopens airspace over El Paso
The Federal Aviation Administration ended its temporary airspace closure over El Paso, Texas, on Wednesday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Affidavit on Georgia election office raid
A recently unsealed affidavit provides new details on the legal basis for the search at a Fulton County, Georgia, elections office. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.