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Since 1917, Puerto Ricans have been American citizens without federal government representation. Now, the island's territory status is the subject of two bills introduced in Congress this year. Governor Pedro Pierluisi joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest on the debate over statehood, as well as the latest on the island's recovery from Hurricane Maria and the coronavirus pandemic.
Washington Post economics correspondent Heather Long joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to break down the plans President-elect Joe Biden outlined in his economic address Monday, including a potential COVID-19 aid package from Congress.
Biden administration officials are meeting with a bipartisan group of senators on the president's $1.9 trillion pandemic economic relief proposal. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and Politico White House correspondent Eugene Daniels join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the negotiations and the upcoming Trump impeachment trial in the Senate.
President Biden is considering a federal gas tax holiday, which could save consumers money at the pump amid rising inflation and gas prices. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the administration's approach to the economy. Then, CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down the latest from the January 6 committee.
Lawmakers returned to Capitol Hill from their Thanksgiving break and renewed efforts to pass a coronavirus stimulus bill after months of stalled talks. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and Washington Post economics correspondent Heather Long join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the narrow path to a deal before key programs expire at the end of December.
The government will increase Social Security benefits by 5.9% in 2022 as Americans contend with higher consumer prices. The Conference Board's chief economist Dana Peterson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details, including how long U.S. labor shortages could last.
Ships packed with holiday gifts are starting to flood America's ports, including in Los Angeles. But 35,000 containers are clogging the docks, waiting for trains to transport cargo across the country. Carter Evans takes a look.
"Investors are still assessing where we break from here – further to the upside or reverse course," said one strategist.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," with 100 days to go until the midterm elections, Democrats have revived a tax and spending package and hope voters will reward them if it passes. Plus, Minneapolis Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari and the new CBS News Battleground Tracker.
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on inflation concerns with Minneapolis Fed chief, Neel Kashkari, the 2022 CBS News Battleground Tracker finds GOP leads race for House, and a political panel discusses November's midterm elections and more.
Unemployment is down. Inflation is up. With the Federal Reserve Board again raising interest rates this week, plus new indications we could be in a recession, the economy is in uncharted waters. And no one seems certain about what's next or what to do. CBS News' chief political analyst John Dickerson helps us add it all up with the help of two experts: Lloyd Blankfein of Goldman Sachs, with the overview; and Michelle Singletary, a personal finance columnist for the Washington Post, with advice for all of us.
To look into the economic fog from different angles, CBS News' chief political analyst and senior national correspondent John Dickerson turned to the pros.
Republicans are estimated to hold a 25-seat lead, driven by an edge in turnout and broad dissatisfaction with the way things are going.
At least 15 killed in Kentucky flooding; Beyonce drops first solo studio album in six years.
Investors have been cheered by better-than-expected corporate earnings, offsetting recession fears.
Sens. Joe Manchin and Pat Toomey, and Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari, will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Soaring energy prices baked into delivery costs are driving up the cost of everything from apples to toilet paper.
The Commerce Department Thursday reported that the U.S. economy shrank for the second quarter in a row. Between April and June, the GDP fell at an annual rate of 0.9%. Peter Morici, a professor at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland, joined CBS News to discuss what this could mean.
United States GDP annual rate growth has fallen for the second quarter in a row. Republicans and some economists warn of a recession, but the White House says other economic factors including the strong job market show otherwise. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
"Consumer sentiment sure stinks but Americans nevertheless continue to increase their spending," said one economist.
U.S. economy shrinks for second consecutive quarter; Mega Millions jackpot tops $1 billion
President Biden said the economy is in a good place despite GDP falling for two consecutive quarters. Debra Alfarone reports from the White House. Then, Gene Sperling, senior adviser to the president, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss the state of the economy.
President Biden downplayed growing fears that the U.S. is headed into a recession after the economy shrunk for two quarters in a row. Mr. Biden argued that a new budget deal agreed upon by top Democrats would help fight inflation and urged Congress to pass it. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
The U.S. GDP shrank 0.9% in the second quarter, raising new fears that a recession is unavoidable. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what this could mean for American families.
Housing prices nationwide are up about 20%, but they've soared far more in the Tampa Bay area. Tampa Bay's home prices spiked nearly 36% and rents are up about 22% from last year. Mark Strassmann reports.
The Federal Reserve is cutting its benchmark interest rate as the U.S. economy faces headwinds, including a faltering labor market.
Five officers were shot in in York County, Pennsylvania, Wednesday afternoon, officials say.
Tropical Storm Gabrielle formed Wednesday morning over the central Atlantic Ocean, becoming the seventh named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
Trump is receiving the royal treatment from King Charles on a historic second U.K. state visit, but he's been greeted also by protests over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday for a second day of questioning by lawmakers.
Former CDC Director Susan Monarez and Chief Medical Officer Debra Houry testified before a Senate panel weeks after departing in a dramatic shakeup at the health agency.
The 29-year-old man suffered injuries to his chest and arm in Tuesday's attack on the Turbid Lake Trail northeast of Yellowstone Lake.
The IRS adjusts its tax provisions for inflation every year, which can help taxpayers avoid so-called "bracket creep."
Cardi B confirmed on "CBS Mornings" that she is having a baby with boyfriend, NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs.