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CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the "big" actions Janet Yellen wants to see done by the Treasury Department if she is confirmed as secretary by the incoming Biden administration.
The Senate is kicking off a series of high-stakes confirmation hearings Tuesday for President-elect Joe Biden's top cabinet nominees. Lawmakers will question his picks to lead the Departments of State, Treasury, Homeland Security and Defense along with the director of national intelligence. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from Wilmington, Delaware with more on the hearings, the upcoming impeachment trial and the new administration's expected first moves.
The federal loans, which can be forgiven, will have five-year terms and carry an interest rate of 1%.
The tax agency said it began distributing direct deposits Tuesday night, and will start mailing paper checks December 30.
The Treasury Department has started sending out $600 stimulus checks to Americans, but President Trump and Democratic lawmakers say that's not enough. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blocked a vote to increase the amount to $2,000 per person and instead is linking it to an unrelated internet bill, which is likely to be shot down. CBS News' Debora Alfarone joins "CBSN AM" from Capitol Hill with the latest.
Economists are split over whether increasing the stimulus checks from $600 to $2,000 per person is a good idea. Will the money go to those who need it most? How much will it cost the nation? CBS MoneyWatch senior reporter Stephen Gandel joins "CBSN AM" with details.
Email accounts of top Treasury Department officials were infiltrated for months in the massive hacking attack that was recently uncovered, raising fears that hackers possibly linked to Russia stole sensitive information with major financial implications. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM's Anne-Marie Green to talk about the latest developments.
Senator Ron Wyden said the "full depth" of the Treasury hack "isn't known."
President Trump responded to a massive cyberattack on the U.S., downplaying its severity and impact. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blamed Russia for the hack, which affected at least seven government agencies and went undetected for months. Erica Borghard, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
The Department of Commerce and the U.S. Treasury were hacked in an undetected, monthslong operation. Experts believe the cyberattack was by a foreign entity, and many officials blame a Russia-affiliated group for the security breach. Jamil Jaffer, founder and executive director of the National Security Institute at George Mason University, joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what we know so far about the hack.
Treasury, Commerce Departments hit. Feds order all agencies to search their networks for signs they were affected. Russia, suspected by many experts, denies any role.
Hackers breached several U.S. government agencies, including the Treasury and Commerce departments. Russia, a leading suspect behind the cyberattack, is denying any involvement. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more, and CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN to discuss the investigation, plus new data on the reach of misinformation on social media.
President-elect Joe Biden is nominating women to lead the Treasury Department and White House budget office. He is also choosing an all-female White House press staff of seven. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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.
The names make up less than 15% of the nearly 5 million small businesses that received forgivable, low-interest loans.
The Trump administration has released a list of companies that have received small business loans from the Paycheck Protection Program during the coronavirus pandemic. Some of them include Trump donors, Democratic and Republican political groups, the Girl Scouts, and Kanye West's clothing line. CBS News Radio White House correspondent Steven Portnoy joins CBSN with details.
The Treasury Secretary is formally refusing to hand over the President's tax returns to Congress. Hunter Walker, a White House correspondent for Yahoo News, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Monday's political news.
The Trump administration is imposing new restrictions on U.S. travel to Cuba. In a statement, the Treasury Department said the U.S. would no longer allow group educational and cultural trips, known as "people-to-people" travel. Reena Ninan has more.
The Trump administration is imposing new restrictions on U.S. travel to Cuba. The Treasury Department says Americans will no longer be allowed to travel to Cuba by cruise ships, private air, and group educational and culture trips known as "people to people" travel. CBS News state department reporter Christina Ruffini joined CBSN from Washington with more.
Americans who get supplemental income set to get the money by direct deposit, while checks go out on Friday.
As the Treasury Department continues sending out stimulus checks to millions of American, some may never get to the hands of those who need it most. Under the CARES Act, anyone with a judgment against them for any private debt could lose their stimulus to a debt collector. CBS MoneyWatch reporter and video producer Irina Ivanova joined CBSN to discuss what kind of debt could be putting your coronavirus relief money at risk.
As small business owners receive money from Congress' Paycheck Protection Program, some are worried about the heavy restrictions it imposes on allocating that money to payroll. Emily Flitter of the New York Times joined CBSN to discuss her reporting on the challenges small businesses are facing.
Native American tribes are being ravaged by the deadly virus.
More than a dozen companies that received federal aid for small business are looking to raise up to $1 billion in total.
The Senate reached a deal to expand funding for the Paycheck Protection Program intended to provide loans to small businesses.
President Trump told reporters Tuesday evening that an announcement on the Strait of Hormuz could happen today or tomorrow, following talks between Iran and Oman.
Former state health official Abdul El-Sayed faced Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan in a closely watched contest that represented the latest test of the party's divisions.
The White House has declassified information claiming the FBI probed whether President Trump acted as a Russian asset when he fired James Comey, a theory an administration official said wasn't backed up by evidence.
Abdul El-Sayed has a narrow led in the state's Democratic Senate primary against Rep. Haley Stevens.
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
U.S. Attorney for D.C. Jeanine Pirro was seen with a large box as she left the White House Monday after her meeting with President Trump.
In the livestream, which has since been taken down, Hilton appears to be bloodied and in a distressed mental state.
Kira Stokes, who has been in the fitness industry for three decades, taught me to treat movement as medicine for both your body and mind.
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.
Disney and TikTok are teaming up to let users create short-form videos that draw on the entertainment giant's large stable of movies and TV shows.
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
The Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz in a 51 to 44 vote.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
Former state health official Abdul El-Sayed faced Rep. Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan in a closely watched contest that represented the latest test of the party's divisions.
Abdul El-Sayed is now projected to win Michigan's Democratic Senate primary against Rep. Haley Stevens.
One health advocate called nicotine pouches a "profound risk" for young people.
Kira Stokes, who has been in the fitness industry for three decades, taught me to treat movement as medicine for both your body and mind.
In this episode of Healthful, Norah O'Donnell is joined by her personal trainer and fitness expert, Kira Stokes. Since they started exercising together 12 years ago, Kira pushed Norah to lift heavier weights - something Norah initially resisted. Norah has since learned that you lose up to 8-percent of your muscle mass every decade after the age of 30. The two discuss the emotional connection between movement and mental health, how to get started exercising, and what about those weighted vests! Plus - Norah answers what her favorite and least favorite exercises are. We'd love to hear what topics you want to hear covered on Healthful. Text Norah at 202-217-1107.
At least 110 people have fallen ill from salmonella in Minnesota, the vast majority of whom reported having eaten at the Mexican chain Chipotle. Tom Hanson has the story.
Two people have died of cyclosporiasis in Michigan, officials said Monday, as the state battles the worst outbreak of the disease in the country. Carter Evans has the details.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
Colombia has around 200 so-called "cocaine hippos" living in the wild, all of which descended from a colony brought to South America by slain cocaine kingpin Pablo Escobar.
Three of four units of Hungary's Paks nuclear power plant were not in operation and the fourth was operating at about 50%, as of Wednesday morning.
Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
A CBS News investigation found troops had flagged military leaders about the lack of defenses and insufficient medical supplies ahead of the attack in Kuwait at the beginning of the war with Iran.
Actor Aaron Pierre is starring as John Stewart in the new series "Lanterns." He tells "CBS Mornings" why this character is special to him, what it's like to join the DC Universe and how he managed undergoing surgery during the audition process.
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" leapt straight to the top of the box office this weekend. Its $360 million opening weekend debut is the biggest in U.S. history. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss all the latest movie news.
"It really opens up your mind," said one 23-year-old who ditched smartphones to wean herself off social media.
Investors are focused on whether SpaceX will be able to deliver on its ambitious artificial intelligence agenda.
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.
Disney and TikTok are teaming up to let users create short-form videos that draw on the entertainment giant's large stable of movies and TV shows.
Y2K nostalgia is in full swing -- and soon, 2000s social media site Myspace may be making a full comeback to the World Wide Web. TechRadar editor-at-large Lance Ulanoff shares his reaction.
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy wrapped its seventh day on Wednesday. Clancy has admitted to killing her three children, but her defense says she was experiencing an extreme mental health crisis at the time of their deaths. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Juan Carlos González is the stepson of "El Mencho," who was killed by the Mexican military.
Vladimir Tkachuk has been pictured showcasing his drones to President Vladimir Putin.
Massachusetts mom Lindsay Clancy is on trial for murder after she allegedly killed her three children. Her lawyers say that she was overmedicated during her mental health crisis, which sparked postpartum psychosis. Dr. Veerle Bergink, director of Mount Sinai Women's Mental Health Center, explains more about postpartum mental health.
In court on Tuesday, Lindsay Clancy spoke for the first time as she agreed to a "stipulation of facts" that would fast-track her trial. Her lawyers claim she was mentally ill and not responsible for her actions when she killed her three young children. Shanelle Kaul reports.
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
CBS News business contributor Javier David breaks down why SpaceX shares fell on Wednesday after the company announced higher spending on AI in its earnings report.
As wind conditions worsen, Washington officials are concerned that firefighters may have an even harder time containing the devastating fires burning the Spokane area. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave and Jessica Burch report.
President Trump told reporters "a lot of progress had been made" on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and suggested a deal could be announced as early as Wednesday. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the details.
Five states held primary elections Tuesday, including a key Democratic Senate race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens.
The White House on Wednesday released information claiming the FBI opened an investigation into whether President Trump was acting as an asset for Russia when he fired FBI Director James Comey. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.