Key GOP senators withdraw objections to Electoral College count
There were some who still said they would object, including Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas.
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Senator Graham on Biden: "He won!"
During a joint session of Congress, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina, a close ally of President Trump, told his colleagues that President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris were lawfully elected. HIs comments came after a day of violent turmoil by pro-Trump supporters who swarmed the U.S. Capitol to disrupt the electoral college vote. Watch Graham's remarks.
Loeffler drops objection to electoral count
Republican Senator Kelly Loeffler, who lost her Georgia Senate race the night before, addressed a joint session of Congress to say she no longer plans to object to the results of the electoral vote count. Watch her remarks here.
"Whatever it takes": Lawmakers vow to finish counting electoral votes after assault on Capitol
"Tonight, Congress will continue the business of certifying the electoral college votes," Congressman Jim Clyburn, Democrat of South Carolina, tweeted.
The VP's role in the Electoral College vote
President Trump has suggested Vice President Mike Pence has the authority to reject the Electoral College vote in the 2020 election. In 2017, then-Vice President Joe Biden denied opposition from members of his own party and presided over Congress' confirmation of Mr. Trump's victory in the 2016 election. Columbia Law School professor Richard Briffault joins CBSN to discuss the powers of the vice president when it comes to election results.
McConnell: Congress must honor voters' decision
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said upholding the Electoral College outcome will be "the most important vote I've ever cast." He said there is no evidence of fraud that would affect the results and that Congress must not intervene. "If this election were overturned by mere allegations from the losing side, our democracy would enter a death spiral," he said. Watch his full speech on the Senate floor.
Pence acknowledges no authority over election
As Congress convened a joint session to officially count the Electoral College votes, Vice President Mike Pence released a letter stating that he has no authority to decide the result -- resisting public pressure from President Trump to contest the victory of President-elect Joe Biden. Norah O'Donnell anchors CBS News Special Report coverage.
How to watch Congress count the Electoral College votes
It's the last step in the election process before President-elect Joe Biden is inaugurated on January 20.
Fact check: Objections GOP lawmakers may raise in Electoral College count
A dozen senators say they'll object to the 2020 presidential election's state-certified results during the congressional count of the Electoral College votes.
Where GOP senators stand on objecting to Electoral College votes
In an event set to filled with drama, the House and Senate will convene in a joint session Wednesday to count and certify electoral votes.
Protesters to flood D.C. over Electoral College
Tens of thousands of people are expected to protest Congress' Electoral College vote count to confirm President-elect Joe Biden's victory in Washington, D.C. Jeff Pegues reports.
Trump claims he and Pence agree on VP's election authority
The president is decrying reports that the vice president told him he lacks the authority to alter the election results.
Exclusive: Audio captured of threat to fly plane into U.S. Capitol
CBS News has learned of a threat to attack the U.S. Capitol on the same day Congress is set to count Electoral College votes. The threat cited Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, who was killed by the U.S. last year. Jeff Pegues has the exclusive report.
Georgia runoff vote count could run late
Voters in Georgia's two Senate runoff elections which will decide which party controls the U.S. Senate for the beginning of the Biden administration. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes, CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, and Wall Street Journal national political reporter Josh Jamerson spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about when to expect a clear picture of the outcome.
Election day for Georgia Senate runoffs
In Georgia, voters are heading to the polls today for the state's two crucial runoff senate elections. Over 3 million votes have already been cast early or absentee in the races which will determine the balance of power in the Senate. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Georgia, and CBS News political contributor Molly Hooper joins CBSN AM with more.
Dissecting Trump's baseless claims of fraud
President Trump continued to push baseless claims of election fraud during a rally in Georgia on Monday. The rally comes on the eve of the state's crucial senate runoff election. David Becker, CBS News contributor, election law expert and executive director and founder of the Center for Election Innovation and Research, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano on "Red & Blue" to discuss Mr. Trump's claims.
More GOP senators rebuff effort to object to electoral votes
At least 20 Republican senators said they do not plan to join their GOP colleagues in objecting to electoral votes cast in some battleground states for President-elect Joe Biden.
Trump pressures GOP to challenge election
Congress is preparing to meet Wednesday to certify President-elect Joe Biden's victory in the November election, as President Trump pressures Republican lawmakers to challenge the results. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with the latest.
Some GOP lawmakers to dispute election results
Some Republican members of Congress have announced plans to object to the Electoral College results showing Joe Biden won the presidency. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "CBSN AM" to explain their controversial move.
GOP effort to dispute Joe Biden's victory
At least a dozen Republican senators say they will officially object to Joe Biden's victory in the Electoral College during a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. The group, led by Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, cites unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud even though the allegations have all failed in court. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with more.
D.C. National Guard to activate troops for pro-Trump rally
Thousands of Trump supporters are expected to protest the election results this week.
Paul Ryan denounces GOP efforts to challenge electoral votes
Ryan said it is "difficult to conceive of a more anti-democratic and anti-conservative act."
Republican senators to challenge election
A group of 11 Republican Senators announced plans to object to the election results in certain states during a joint session of Congress on January 6, citing allegations of voter fraud. The announcement comes despite no credible evidence of widespread fraud in the election. Weijia Jiang has more.
Judge dismisses Gohmert's attempt to force Pence to decide election
Gohmert had claimed in the lawsuit that Pence has the "sole" power to decide the outcome of the election.
Eye Opener: GOP split on Electoral College challenge
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill will meet on January 6 to confirm President-elect Joe Biden’s victory, as Republicans are split on overturning the Electoral College vote. Also, Congress voted for the first time to override a veto from President Trump. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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Attorney General Pam Bondi is appearing before the House Judiciary Committee as the Justice Department faces questions over the Epstein files.
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty - if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
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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.
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James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz wins gold in 1,000 meters, sets Olympic record
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Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
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Cardi B appeared during Bad Bunny's halftime show at the Super Bowl, but one prediction market says it's unclear whether she sang.
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Lawyer for lawmaker in video to troops threatens suit after failed charges
An attorney for one of the lawmakers who appeared in a video telling members of the military to reject "illegal orders" demanded that the federal prosecutors preserve records for a potential suit.
McConnell released from hospital after weeklong stay for "flu-like symptoms"
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Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
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Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
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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.
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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.
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Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
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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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Rules of mysterious ancient board game decoded by AI, scientists say
The aim of the "deceptively simple but thrilling strategy game" was to hunt and trap the opponent's pieces in as few moves as possible, scientists said.
Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty - if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
How Team USA's Maxim Naumov carried his parents' legacy onto the ice
A close family friend tells CBS News about the Olympic dream Team USA skater Maxim Naumov shared with his parents, and how "he did it."
Ukraine official denies any plans to announce elections as war rages
An adviser to Ukraine's leader says there's been "no change in the negotiations" that would lead to an announcement of elections in the coming weeks.
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James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
New York Fashion Week begins
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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.
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Could Trump's Bad Bunny attacks alienate Latinos?
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TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
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Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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AI tech boom causes shortages
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Social media companies face massive trial
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Former FBI special agent on Guthrie case
Authorities released new surveillance video and photos showing a subject at Nancy Guthrie's doorstep the night she disappeared. Former FBI special agent Jeffrey Happ breaks down clues the new surveillance video reveals and discusses the latest on the investigation.
Lieu accuses Bondi of lying under oath
Democratic Rep. Ted Lieu of California accused Attorney General Pam Bondi of lying under oath about apparent evidence in the Epstein files released by the Justice Department that he says links President Trump to potential crimes.
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Jayapal blasts Bondi over Epstein files
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Democratic Rep. Jerry Nadler of New York and Attorney General Pam Bondi got into a heated exchange during a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee. Nadler asked Bondi how many co-conspirators of Jeffrey Epstein have been indicted.
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Democratic Rep. Pramila Jayapal told CBS News' Nikole Killion that Attorney General Pam Bondi's conduct during a House Judiciary hearing on Wednesday was "out of line" after lawmakers pressed Bondi about the Justice Department's handling of files relating to Jeffrey Epstein.
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Former FBI special agent on Guthrie case
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