Senate overrides Trump's veto of defense bill
This is the first time Congress has voted to override a veto by President Trump.
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Perdue to quarantine after contact with someone with COVID-19
Perdue's announcement comes days ahead of the runoff election in Georgia.
McConnell dashes hopes for $2,000 coronavirus relief checks
McConnell said the House-passed bill increasing direct payments from $600 to $2,000 "has no realistic path to quickly pass the Senate."
Doug Jones to miss defense bill vote after wife's COVID-19 diagnosis
The votes comes as the Democrat's time in the Senate is coming to a close.
2.5 million early votes cast in Georgia runoffs
More than 2.5 million early votes have already been cast in Georgia's Senate runoff elections. Tia Mitchell, a Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joined CBSN with the latest on the races that will decide which party controls the Senate.
GOP Senator Josh Hawley to challenge certification of electoral votes
Hawley, of Missouri, is the first Republican senator to commit to objecting when Congress meets to tally the Electoral College votes January 6.
McConnell rejects standalone $2,000 checks, ties increase to other Trump requests
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell blocked an attempt to vote on the $2,000 stimulus checks, but reintroduced the $1,400 increase — with a catch.
Trump vetoes defense funding bill
President Trump on Wednesday vetoed a defense funding bill that passed with ease in both chambers of Congress. Lawmakers are likely to override the Mr. Trump's decision when they return from recess next week. CBSN's Tom Hanson reports.
Lawmakers reach agreement on COVID economic relief package
Overall government funding was also extended another day to avoid a shutdown and provide time to add the virus package to the funding bill.
Congress passes temporary stopgap to negotiate government funding
Congress has until the end of the weekend to agree on a deal to fund the government. On Friday, lawmakers on Capitol Hill passed a two-day extension for funding, preventing a government shutdown. The added time buys Congress additional time to negotiate terms on a coronavirus relief package. Washington Post political reporter and anchor of the Power Up newsletter, Jacqueline Alemany, joins CBSN with the latest.
COVID relief talks drag into weekend as shutdown looms
Talks over a relief bill dragged into the weekend after Congress passed a stopgap funding measure to avert a shutdown.
Trump approves two-day stopgap funding to avert shutdown
The resolution will give lawmakers more time to debate a government spending measure and a coronavirus relief bill.
Congress nearing deal on COVID-19 aid package
A COVID-19 aid package with another round of stimulus checks appears to be right around the corner. The roughly $900 billion deal had been gridlocked for months. CBS News correspondent Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM from Capitol Hill with what's expected to be in the bill.
COVID-19 relief deal within reach
Democrats and Republicans have made concessions on a COVID-19 relief package, making the passage of a deal look more likely. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke to Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" about what to expect as talks progress and the implications of the concessions both sides made.
Krebs again defends election at contentious Senate hearing
Krebs was fired after he called the 2020 election "the most secure in American history."
Biden speaks at Georgia Senate rally
President-elect Joe Biden urged supporters in Georgia to get out and vote for Democrats Jon Ossoff and Reverend Raphael Warnock in the state's two Senate runoff elections. Early voting is underway in the races which will determine which party controls the U.S. Senate. Watch Mr. Biden's remarks.
McConnell congratulates Biden and Harris
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has acknowledged President-elect Joe Biden's victory over President Trump in the 2020 election. The powerful Kentucky Republican congratulated Mr. Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris in a speech on the Senate floor after the Electoral College affirmed the election results. Tanya Rivero has more.
Biden stumping for Georgia Senate candidates
President-elect Joe Biden is back on the campaign trail in Atlanta to stump for Democratic Senate candidates Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock ahead of Georgia's January 5 runoff elections. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN from Atlanta to discuss.
Senators unveil bipartisan COVID-19 relief bills
The legislation is the culmination of weeks of bipartisan and bicameral negotiations over another emergency aid package.
New questions emerge about Perdue's financial dealings
As the Democrats look to swing Georgia blue in the crucial January 5th Senate runoff races, there are new questions surrounding incumbent Republican Senator Dave Perdue's personal financial dealings. An article published by ProPublica details the Senator's off-market sale of his Washington D.C. home. The buyer was a finance industry official whose organization was lobbying a bill in the Senate that the Georgia Senator had been overseeing. ProPublica author Robert Faturechi, who wrote the article, joins CBSN to discuss.
Senate passes stopgap government funding bill ahead of deadline
The bill, which funds the government through next Friday, must be signed before midnight.
Senate approves defense spending act by veto-proof majority
President Trump has threatened to veto the National Defense Authorization Act.
Congress continues COVID relief negotiations
Congress is working to reach agreements on coronavirus relief and government spending before the end of the year. Los Angeles Times congressional reporter Jennifer Haberkorn joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest developments from Capitol Hill.
Georgia Senate runoff debates
The Senate runoff campaigns in Georgia are heating up as Senator Kelly Loeffler and Rev. Raphael Warnock went head-to-head in a debate, but Senator David Perdue didn't show up for his, leaving the stage to his Democratic challenger Jon Ossoff. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports on the highlights, and Greg Bluestein, political reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution who served as a panelist at the Loeffler-Warnock debate, joins CBSN with analysis.
Georgia high school students on mission to register young voters
The deadline to register new voters in time for Georgia's January runoffs is December 7.
3 killed, 4 wounded in shooting near Seattle's Space Needle, officials say
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting during a food festival at the Seattle Center near the Space Needle, police said. A suspect was in custody and another was being sought, they said.
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U.S.-Iran war appears to pause as Trump gives "diplomacy a chance"
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Berlin Pride attacker served time for trying to join ISIS, officials say
The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Abdul Ballout, was killed in a confrontation with police in a suburb of Berlin, police said.
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ICE to target Haitians as Temporary Protected Status is set to end, sources say
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
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Live Updates: Lindsay Clancy murder trial begins with opening statements
Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three young children in her Duxbury, Massachusetts, home in 2023, is standing trial. Follow along with live updates during opening statements and testimony on Monday.
Massive wildfires in France, Spain being fought ahead of forecast heat wave
Hundreds of thousands remained evacuated as huge wildfires burned in France and Spain. A race against time saw firefighters trying to make progress before a forecast surge in temperatures.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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Oil prices tumble, stock set to rise amid pause in U.S.-Iran fighting
Stock futures rose and crude fell after U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told "Face the Nation" that a pause in U.S.-Iran fighting aims to give diplomacy time to work.
Remains found by kayakers identified as woman missing since 1985
Human remains found in a Florida canal two years ago have been identified as those of a woman who vanished in 1985, police said.
Video appears to show person kicking sea lion: "Disgusting act"
The video appears to show a person throwing kicks at the sea lion at La Jolla Cove as at least one other person can be heard laughing in the background.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
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Oil prices tumble, stock set to rise amid pause in U.S.-Iran fighting
Stock futures rose and crude fell after U.S. Ambassador Mike Waltz told "Face the Nation" that a pause in U.S.-Iran fighting aims to give diplomacy time to work.
Paramount to delay Warner Bros. merger until as late as June 2027
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Trump says U.S. to investigate EU trade practices over tech company fines
President Trump accused the European Union of "robbing" American companies and taxpayers.
Here is how cyclospora outbreak is affecting businesses
Visits to fast casual restaurants with lettuce-heavy menus are seeing declining foot traffic in the wake of the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Ford recalls more than half a million Bronco vehicles over engine fire risk
A short circuit in the engine compartment can potentially cause a fire. Here's the fix.
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GOP targeted progressive dark money. That could boomerang on Trump.
The Trump-linked group Freedom 250 staged America's birthday with tens of millions that it is not required to disclose.
Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members who were listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now listed as "Overseas Operations Casualties."
Waltz says pause in strikes against Iran is "giving diplomacy some space"
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz also said military assets are being moved into the region. GOP Sen. John Kennedy and independent Sen. Bernie Sanders also weighed in on Iran.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 26, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Bernie Sanders and U.N. ambassador Mike Waltz join Margaret Brennan.
Sanders says polls show voters want change in midterm elections
Senator Bernie Sanders said the major obstacle progressive candidates are facing in the midterm elections is massive spending in key races by the "billionaire class."
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Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
Cyclospora outbreak dubbed "lettuce-gate" as health concerns spread across U.S.
Americans say they aren't convinced the cyclospora outbreak is under control as confirmed cases near 2,000.
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Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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U.S.-Iran war appears to pause as Trump gives "diplomacy a chance"
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Massive wildfires in France, Spain being fought ahead of forecast heat wave
Hundreds of thousands remained evacuated as huge wildfires burned in France and Spain. A race against time saw firefighters trying to make progress before a forecast surge in temperatures.
Pentagon lists 4 killed in Iran war under "Overseas Operations Casualties"
Four U.S. service members who were listed in a Pentagon casualties database as having died during the Iran war are now listed as "Overseas Operations Casualties."
North Carolina woman missing in Grenada as husband heads to join search
Elizabeth "Liz" Waddell was last seen at Grand Anse Beach on Wednesday, July 22, the Royal Grenada Police Force said on social media.
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The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
7/26: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
Passage: Late-night TV exec Peter Lassally
During his half-century in television, Peter Lassally (who died last Sunday at age 93) played producer and confidant to late-night hosts David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Tom Snyder, and Johnny Carson. Mo Rocca has a remembrance of the man they called "The Host Whisperer."
Corinne Bailey Rae on the sadness of loss and the beauty of life
Twenty years after her single "Put Your Records On" made her an international star, the two-time Grammy-winner is embarking on a tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of her breakout debut album.
Extended interview: Corinne Bailey Rae
In this web exclusive, British singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae talks with Seth Doane about growing up in Leeds and feeling on the margins; the influence of Billie Holiday and Kurt Cobain on her music; the breakout success of "Put Your Records On"; the devastating loss of her first husband; finding love again; and what aging has taught her.
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Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Where to get the latest CBS Mornings Deals
On this edition of CBS Mornings Deals, we show you items that will help improve your everyday lifestyle. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com.
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.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
ChatGPT now has a space for sharing medical records. Should you?
OpenAI announced a dedicated space in ChatGPT for sharing medical records, Health in ChatGPT. Health and AI experts lay out the pros and cons.
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How plants feel
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.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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Details emerge on Berlin Pride attack suspect
The 21-year-old suspect who killed one person and injured at least 29 others after ramming a car into a crowd during a Berlin Pride event served prison time for trying to join ISIS, German prosecutors say. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz has the latest.
Details in Berlin LGBTQ+ parade attack
Police in Germany say they shot and killed the suspect who drove a van into a crowd at an LGBTQ+ parade on Saturday, killing one person and injuring dozens. The suspect was known to have extreme views. Chris Livesay reports.
What police know about Berlin attack suspect
Thousands of mourners gathered in Berlin, Germany, after a car rammed into a crowd, killing at least one person and injuring nearly 30 others during a LGBTQ+ Pride event over the weekend. The suspect was shot and killed Sunday following a manhunt, police said. CBS News' Chris Livesay has the latest.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
3 killed in shooting at Seattle food festival
Two people opened fire in a crowded area at a food festival in Seattle on Sunday, police say. Three people were killed and four others were injured. Police are still looking for a second suspect.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
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.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Latest on ICE plans to target Haitians post-TPS
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to ramp up deportations of Haitians as their Temporary Protected Status expires, sources say. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Can LeBron James win another NBA title?
NBA veteran Wally Szczerbiak, who's an analyst for CBS Sports and MSG Networks, talks with "CBS Mornings" about LeBron James' decision to sign with the Philadelphia 76ers and if he can win another NBA title.
Latest on the Strait of Hormuz, Iran war
The U.S. paused its strikes on Iran after 13 days, while apparent progress is being made toward a deal between Oman and Iran, an official told CBS News. Courtney Kealy has more.
Details emerge on Berlin Pride attack suspect
The 21-year-old suspect who killed one person and injured at least 29 others after ramming a car into a crowd during a Berlin Pride event served prison time for trying to join ISIS, German prosecutors say. CBS News' Anna Noryskiewicz has the latest.
North Carolina woman missing in Grenada
Authorities are searching for a mom from North Carolina who disappeared during a Caribbean vacation. Elizabeth Waddell was last seen Wednesday on the beach in Grenada's capital city. She didn't return to the home she was sharing with a friend. Cristian Benavides reports.