House readies final vote on $1.9 trillion COVID relief package
The bill passed a procedural vote on Tuesday by a vote of 219-210, clearing the way for a final vote that is expected Wednesday morning.
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House expected to pass COVID relief bill
The House is expected to hold a final vote on President Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill on Wednesday. Los Angeles Times congressional reporter Jennifer Haberkorn joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Congress set to pass COVID relief bill
Lawmakers are inching closer to passing the third round of pandemic relief this week. CBSN Washington reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post political reporter Eugene Scott join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss what comes next.
House prepares to pass $1.9 trillion relief plan
The Biden administration needs nearly every Democratic vote for the president's $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill. Nancy Cordes shares what the White House is doing to keep Democrats on board.
Forensics report on D.C. pipe bombs
A new forensics report released by the National Explosives Task Force is shedding light on pipe bombs that were placed in Washington D.C. a day before the deadly riot January 6. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details on that plus the ongoing security threats at the Capitol.
Inside Madison Cawthorn's rise through the GOP
Representative Madison Cawthorn is currently the youngest member of Congress. He easily won his congressional district, despite having very little political and job experience. He has also faced allegations of sexual misconduct and misrepresenting his past. Michael Kranish, a national political investigative reporter for The Washington Post, discusses his recent article diving into Cawthorn's past and rise to prominence.
House passes sweeping elections and police reform bills
The House approved H.R. 1, a Democratic legislative priority that's been opposed by Republicans. It also green-lighted the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
House Democrats reissue subpoena for Trump financial records
The House Oversight and Reform Committee is seeking eight years of financial records from former President Trump and other entities affiliated with him.
House Democrats charge ahead with bills likely to stall Senate
The House is expected to vote on an election reform bill this week, but that measure is unlikely to pass in the Senate.
Latest on COVID-19 relief bill
The House of Representatives is preparing to vote on the next COVID-19 relief bill as soon as Friday. From there, the bill will move to the Senate where President Biden's plan to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour is in jeopardy of being in the final bill. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss what options supporters have if the minimum wage increase is not included in the bill.
House passes Biden's COVID relief plan
Overnight, the House of Representatives passed President Biden's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package. The bill passed predominantly along party lines, with two Democrats voting against the plan. Congressman Earl Blumenauer, who represents Oregon's 3rd congressional district, spoke with Lana Zak about the impact the COVID-19 relief package will have on the country, and how it will help revitalize the nation's struggling restaurant industry.
Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill passes House, but faces Senate hurdle
The Senate parliamentarian ruled on Thursday the minimum wage hike cannot be included if Congress uses the budget reconciliation process.
House passes $1.9 trillion COVID relief package
The House early Saturday passed President Biden's $1.9 trillion economic relief package, which included a minimum wage hike that faces hurdles in the Senate. The bill passed 219-212, with two Democrats voting with the Republicans.
House passes sweeping LGBTQ rights bill
The Equality Act would ban discrimination against people based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
GOP Rep. Meijer says Trump "destroyed" his legacy after January 6
Congressman Peter Meijer was one of ten Republicans who voted to impeach former President Trump last month.
GOP to try to win House by slamming Democrats as socialists, job killers
They came close in 2020 and Republicans believe the same playbook will help them win in 2022.
GOP looks to take control of the House in 2022
Republicans came very close to taking back control of the House of Representatives in 2020. Now, they plan on utilizing the same strategies to flip the chamber during the 2022 midterm elections, while also downplaying the sharp divisions within their party. Aaron Navarro, an associate producer at CBS News' Political Unit, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the GOP's plan.
House to vote on $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill this week
The House Budget Committee advanced President Biden's $1.9 trillion relief bill on Monday, setting up a floor vote this week.
Robinhood CEO defends trading app's role in GameStop frenzy
In sometimes pointed questioning, lawmakers pressed brokerage chief on whether his company puts its customers at risk.
Lawmakers set to grill Robinhood CEO over GameStop frenzy
Online brokerage executive is expected to face questioning about why he restricted trading in high-flying stocks.
House impeachment managers rest their case
House impeachment managers rested their case on Thursday, wrapping up with a plea for accountability and a conviction. Their presentation included video statements from rioters who explicitly cited then-President Trump's words as their motive for storming the Capitol. Trump's lawyers begin their arguments today. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins "CBSN AM" live from Capitol Hill with a look ahead to Day 4 of the trial.
New calls to protect Congress from violence
The fallout from the January 6 Capitol attack continues to impact lawmakers in Congress. Nikole Killion reports on the latest Democratic calls to remove one newly-elected Republican congresswoman over her past comments about violence and conspiracy theories.
House Democrats press $15 minimum wage in COVID relief package
Though it's likely to pass in the House, its prospects in the Senate are uncertain.
Congressman Ron Wright dies after contracting COVID-19
Wright is the first sitting congressman to die as a result of COVID-19
Lawmakers look for ways to get PPE, testing to small businesses
A bipartisan bill would create a $1 billion grant program to help cash-strapped businesses and governments keep workers safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Strait of Hormuz traffic ramps up in wake of U.S.-Iran deal signing
More tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz after 111 days of gridlock, but Iran and the U.S. still have much to discuss.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
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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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Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
A third of Americans say they're reading fewer books
Many people are spending more time on screens, but also doing more physical activities, a new CBS News poll finds.
Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Intel shares leap after Trump announces chip deal with Apple
In a social media post, President Trump touted the U.S. government's 10% stake in Intel, noting that it is now worth $60 billion.
Gas prices fall below $4 a gallon for the first time in nearly 3 months
The national average for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. drops to $3.99, the lowest since March 30.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
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Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
U.S. plans expansion of denaturalization push, aiming for 250 cases by fall
The Trump administration expects to try to revoke the U.S. citizenship of more than 250 foreign-born citizens by October, a Justice Department official said.
Supreme Court sides with man who challenged law barring drug users from having guns
The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of a Texas man who challenged a federal law that bars certain drug users from having firearms.
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Less than half of Americans can afford quality healthcare, Gallup finds
Gallup found that only 49% of Americans were "cost-secure" last year, with concerns about medical bills and prescription costs rising across income groups.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Arrests of immigrant parents create mental health crisis for children
An estimated hundreds of thousands of children, many of them U.S. citizens, have been separated from a parent in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
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Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe, blasts "shameful" NATO allies
The Pentagon is launching a six-month review of U.S. forces and bases in Europe, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Thursday at a meeting of NATO defense ministers.
"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy, Thom Tillis and Ted Cruz have been critical of the 14-point memorandum of understanding signed on Wednesday.
Ukraine drone strike hits major Russian oil refinery near Moscow
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says after second major strike on Russian oil refinery that unless Putin stops his war, "Moscow will burn."
1,200-year-old Robin Hood oak tree in Sherwood Forest has died, group says
A massive ancient oak tree linked to the legend of Robin Hood may have been loved to death.
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A third of Americans say they're reading fewer books
Many people are spending more time on screens, but also doing more physical activities, a new CBS News poll finds.
Singer Myles Smith talks debut album
Myles Smith's career skyrocketed after his hit song "Stargazing" became the biggest song by a U.K. artist worldwide in 2024. Now, he's releasing his debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," on June 19. Myles Smith joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his rapid rise to stardom, his first album and his experience touring with Ed Sheeran.
Busy Philipps on her late ADHD diagnosis
Actress Busy Philipps, 45, spoke up about her late attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder diagnosis online after realizing she shared symptoms as her young daughter was evaluated and diagnosed. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life, research shows.
Drummer rediscovers his rhythm after setback
In the "CBS Mornings" series "Pushing the Limits," Mark Strassmann shows how a Georgia man's passion for music was almost taken away from him forever after a terrible accident. But thanks to his resilience and technology, the man is now a record-breaking drummer.
Extended interview: Myles Smith
British singer-songwriter Myles Smith talks to Anthony Mason about his much-anticipated debut album, "My Mess, My Heart, My Life," growing up in London, his rapid rise to stardom and more.
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Waymo recalls robotaxis after some vehicles entered construction zone
The recall follows multiple incidents in which Waymo robotaxis drove past ramp-closure signs and into freeway construction zones.
Americans on AI's future impact
A Pew survey shows 40% of Americans think AI's future impact will be negative. MIT Sloan professor Eric So joins CBS News with more details.
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.
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Inside an Irish town raising kids without smartphones
When parents and educators in Greystones, Ireland saw children dealing with increasing anxiety, they acted – and took phones out of the equation.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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"Lady Gucci," who had her ex-husband killed, could soon inherit $23M fortune
Despite spending 18 years in prison for orchestrating the murder of her ex-husband, fashion heir Maurizio Gucci, Patrizia Reggiani may be about to inherit a fortune.
Ex-police commissioner on Heuermann sentence
The Long Island architect who lived a secret life as the Gilgo Beach serial killer was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison, who formed the task force that ultimately led to Rex Heuermann's arrest, joins with analysis.
Gilgo Beach serial killer sentenced
In a Long Island courtroom Wednesday, Rex Heuermann received three life sentences for choking and dismembering eight women, most of them in his basement, over the course of more than 15 years. The 62-year-old addressed the court before he was sent away. Tom Hanson reports.
Inside Gilgo Beach killer's sentencing hearing
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Mamdani praises Knicks' NBA victory at parade
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani spoke to an overflowing crowd of passionate fans gathered to celebrate the Knicks' NBA Championship title. "The Knicks did not just win for New York City, they won like New York City," Mamdani said. "For 53 years we waited. Now, we've won."
Vance reacts to Trump blame comments on Iran
Vice President JD Vance held a press briefing at the White House on Thursday and provided more details on the timing of the Iran deal after President Trump signed the memorandum of understanding with Tehran. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Lawmakers criticize U.S.-Iran agreement
Republicans and Democrats are voicing their concerns over the Trump administration's agreement with Iran. Samantha Vinograd, a former assistant secretary for counterterrorism at the Department of Homeland Security, shares her analysis.
Oil prices drop for first time in months
Gas prices have dropped in reaction to President Trump signing a memorandum of understanding with Iran -- but they're still a dollar higher than they were before the war, according to AAA data. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains how markets are reacting to global relations.
Fast-moving tornadoes tear through Illinois
At least seven tornadoes descended on parts of the Midwest and Southeast Wednesday night, ripping through homes and buildings and leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports.