12/20: Red and Blue
Manchin dooms social spending bill; GOP governors use funds from COVID relief bill despite opposition to legislation
West Virginia
W.V. governor signs bill banning most abortions
West Virginia became the latest state to enact a near-total ban on abortion. The new law bans abortions at all stages of pregnancy, with few exceptions.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signs near-total abortion ban into law
Republican Gov. Jim Justice has signed into law a ban on almost all abortions at all stages of pregnancy.
Snake researcher dies from rattlesnake bite in West Virginia
Martin was perhaps the foremost authority on timber rattlers, according to another rattlesnake researcher.
Helicopter crash kills 6 in West Virginia
The FAA and the NTSB are investigating after six people were killed when a helicopter carrying tourists crashed in Logan County, West Virginia. European leaders may grant Ukraine official candidate status as it seeks to join the European Union, and a bloodhound named “Trumpet” has beaten a French bulldog, a German Shepherd and hundreds of other pooches to take the top dog title at the 146th Westminster dog show.
Governor goes Republican
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice, a Democrat, declared he's switching parties during a rally with President Trump on Thursday night. He told the crowd, "I can't help you anymore being a Democratic governor." Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran join "Red & Blue" with more.
Trump's rally in West Virginia
President Trump went to West Virginia Tuesday to rally for Republican Senate candidate Patrick Morrisey. The rally was just hours after his former campaign chairman, Paul Manafort, was found guilty on eight counts of financial fraud and Mr. Trump's longtime personal attorney and fixer, Michael Cohen, pleaded guilty to eight counts. CBSN political contributor and White House AP reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" from Charleston, West Virginia.
Manchin: Climate and tax deal "all about" fighting inflation
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia says the agreement he reached with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer "is fighting inflation, this is all about that."
Officials announce climate and tax deal
In a surprise move, Sen. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin announced a historic deal on climate, energy and health care costs – a major breakthrough for President Biden. Chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has details on the unexpected compromise.
Man accused of putting sister in a 2-year coma dies in custody
A West Virginia man charged with trying to kill his sister — who recently awakened from a two-year coma and identified him as her attacker — has died.
West Virginia's 150-year-old abortion ban blocked by judge
A judge in West Virginia's capital has blocked enforcement of the state's 150-year-old abortion ban, opening the door for abortions to resume in the state.
52 years after coeds decapitated, investigators look for final evidence
The heads of the victims have yet to be located after all these years.
Former state official convicted in Jan. 6 case
More than 800 people have been charged so far in connection to the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane sat down with former West Virginia lawmaker Derrick Evans days before he expects to report to prison to serve his 3 month sentence for his actions that day.
Former W.Va. legislator with Jan. 6 conviction mulls run for federal office
Evans is to report to prison within days.
Last WWII Medal of Honor recipient to lie in honor at U.S. Capitol
Williams, a retired U.S. Marine Corps officer and the last living medal of honor recipient from World War II, died Wednesday at 98 years old.
West Virginia helicopter crash leaves 6 dead
The helicopter was used for recreational tours.
Trump's influence in the 2022 primaries
Two primaries yielded different results when it comes to the influence of former President Donald Trump's endorsements. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" with more on the West Virginia and Nebraska primaries, and what the results may mean for future races.
Trump's influence tested in latest primaries
Former President Donald Trump's influence over the Republican Party continues to be tested in midterm primaries. Trump-backed candidate Alex Mooney won the GOP nomination for a congressional seat in West Virginia, while his endorsed candidate for Nebraska's next governor lost. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the results.
How Trump-backed candidates did in primaries
Former President Trump's endorsement wasn't enough to win the Republican gubernatorial nomination in Nebraska and send Charles Herbster to the general election, as the candidate faced allegations of groping women. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns takes a look at how much weight Trump's endorsements carry in 2022.
Trump's candidate loses primary in Nebraska, but West Virginia pick wins
In Nebraska, Trump had backed Charles Herbster, who was accused by multiple women of groping.
Latest on West Virginia's GOP primary
Two incumbent Republican congressmen in West Virginia are facing on the ballot in Tuesday's primary because of redistricting. One is endorsed by former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins "Red & Blue" with a look at the race between David McKinley and Alex Mooney.
West Virginia voters head to polls
West Virginia voters head to the polls Tuesday after the state lost a congressional seat after the 2020 U.S. Census, forcing two Republican incumbents, Alex Mooney and David McKinley to square off in a primary. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers with more on the race.
What to watch for in West Virginia primary
West Virginia is holding its midterm primaries Tuesday in what will be another test of former President Trump's influence over Republican voters in the state. A congressional primary will pit two incumbents against each other for the nomination in the newly redrawn second district. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice and Metronews Talkine host Hoppy Kercheval break down the battle between Rep. David McKinley and Trump-endorsed Rep. Alex Mooney.
West Virginia primaries approach
Two Republican representatives are vying for a newly created district in West Virginia. The deciding factors may be their position on the bipartisan infrastructure bill and an endorsement from former President Trump. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Next steps for Biden's social and climate agenda
This week, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin said President Biden's ambitious social spending and climate plan was "dead." CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joined CBS News' Nikki Battiste to discuss where conversations on the bill stand, and what's next for the legislation.
FlyDubai co-pilot was likely lone wolf, Israeli investigators believe
CBS News poll finds Democrats maintain House advantage amid concern about prices
Tennessee prison system head to resign after failed Christa Pike execution
Hero passenger on FlyDubai flight: "We are going to survive"
Debris found of medical plane that went missing near Nantucket with 6 on board
Supreme Court gears up for new term with major cases on climate change, guns
U.S. Marine arrested, accused of killing Japanese woman in Okinawa
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