Israeli government approves deal for hostage release, short cease-fire
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
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Flags to be flown at half-staff Saturday to honor Rosalynn Carter
The former first lady, wife of former President Jimmy Carter, died this week at age 96.
Looking back at Rosalynn Carter's legacy
President Biden has ordered flags at the White House and federal buildings to be lowered to half-staff Saturday in honor of Rosalynn Carter, who died at her Georgia home on Sunday. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez looks back at the former first lady's legacy.
U.S. role in possible Israel-Hamas deal
President Biden is monitoring developments of a possible hostage deal in the Israel-Hamas war. Israel is considering an agreement, primarily brokered by Qatar, that would involve pauses in fighting and the release of some hostages held by Hamas. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Biden delays Nantucket trip amid hostage talks
U.S. officials say a deal with Hamas to release some hostages held in Gaza is close. President Biden delayed his Tuesday departure for a Thanksgiving trip to Nantucket, Massachusetts, as talks continued. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
House speaker meets with Trump
House Speaker Mike Johnson met with former President Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago on Monday night, sources told CBS News, nearly a week after Johnson endorsed Trump's 2024 bid for the White House. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on the meeting and the rest of the 2024 primary field.
Israel facing backlash from some citizens
Some citizens of Israel are speaking up against their government's approach to ground operations in the Israel-Hamas war. Ben Solomon, who has been reporting on the war for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with how some Israelis are voicing their concerns after the Oct. 7 attacks.
Israel, Hamas close to hostage-release deal
President Biden said a deal between Israel and Hamas is potentially "very close" to becoming a reality. If approved, the agreement may lead to a limited, temporary cease-fire and the release of some hostages. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, who is the moderator of CBS' "Face the Nation," has been speaking to sources on the potential details of the deal, and CBS News' Lilia Luciano has the latest from Israel. Also, CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the Biden administration's reaction to the negotiations.
WH press secretary on poor Biden poll numbers
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre responded to a question about the accuracy of polling and the bad poll numbers President Biden has been getting during Monday's press briefing. "We're not gonna change the minds of Americans," Jean-Pierre said. "I get that. Americans are gonna feel how they feel and we're gonna respect that … What I can tell you is how we see things. And we believe experience, this president having experience to get things done, is important."
Israel-Hamas War: What we know -- Nov. 20
Negotiators are still working on an agreement with Hamas to release 50 hostages in exchange for more aid into Gaza and a limited pause in fighting, sources say. CBS News' Wendy Gillette has more on the possible deal and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on how President Biden is responding to the latest developments in the Middle East.
Court to hear arguments on Trump gag-order
A federal appeals court will hear arguments Monday on whether to reinstate a gag order against former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Biden campaign tackles age concerns
President Biden turned 81 years old on Monday. The president's age has become a genuine concern for many voters as the 2024 presidential election draws nearer. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins to discuss where things stand in the race with the Iowa caucuses eight weeks out.
Bidens, more remember Rosalynn Carter
Tributes are continuing to pour in after former first lady Rosalynn Carter died peacefully Sunday with her family by her side. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has more.
Biden pardons 2 Thanksgiving turkeys
President Biden carried out the White House Thanksgiving tradition of turkey pardoning on Monday, sparing a pair of turkeys, Liberty and Bell, from the table and sending them to life under the care of the University of Minnesota.
Why do U.S. presidents pardon turkeys?
The U.S. has enjoyed the presidential turkey pardon for more than three decades, and the tradition continued when President Biden pardoned two lucky turkeys Monday afternoon on the South Lawn. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe nabbed a coveted interview with one of the birds, and National Turkey Federation chairman Steve Lykken.
Biden sees 15-point drop among young voters
A new NBC poll finds President Biden's support among young voters dropped 15 percentage points since September. NPR White House correspondent Deepa Shivaram and Politico correspondent Brakkton Booker join "America Decides" to analyze the challenges facing the president's reelection bid and the latest from the Republican field.
Biden to send immigration officers to Panama
Sources tell CBS News the Biden administration is planning to deploy U.S. immigration officials to Panama to help local authorities screen and deport migrants. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the details.
Biden marks Trans Day of Remembrance: "No place for hate in America"
President Biden honored transgender Americans on Trans Day of Remembrance, which falls on Nov. 20 and serves to pay tribute to trans people who have lost their lives to violence.
U.S. defense chief in Ukraine to affirm support "now and in the future"
Defense chief Lloyd Austin said he was in Ukraine to affirm U.S. support "against Russia's aggression, both now and in the future."
Biden hopeful for hostage deal
President Biden says the release of hostages held by Hamas remains a top priority. Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Fincher told "Face the Nation" that the negotiations can be delicate. Skyler Henry has more.
Biden aid request to Asian allies "must pass"
The co-chairs of the House select committee on China, Reps. Mike Gallaher, Republican of Wisconsin, and Raja Krishnamoorthi, Democrat of Illinois, tell "Face the Nation" agreed that the White House's aid request for Taiwan and other Asian allies "must pass."
Latest on Biden impeachment inquiry
A White House lawyer rejected requests from congressional Republicans to interview members of President Biden's staff, his family and a former senior White House aide. The requests were part of the Republicans' inquiry into Mr. Biden's handling of classified documents and their probe of the Biden family's business activities. CBS News' Christina Ruffini reports.
Dan Sullivan on U.S. military and China
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville's continued blockade of military promotions is weakening the U.S. against China, Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan tells CBS News. Senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has the interview.
Biden meeting with Mexican president in U.S.
President Biden is meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador on Friday in San Francisco. The meeting follows campaign trail comments by former President Donald Trump promising mass deportations and ideological screenings if he's reelected. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Biden meeting with Mexico's López Obrador
President Biden is meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador as the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit comes to a close in San Francisco. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on the meeting that will likely touch on trade and how to prevent fentanyl from flooding the U.S.
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Government shutdown begins as White House moves to cut billions in funding
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years is underway as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over 2025 funding. Follow live updates here.
Jane Goodall, renowned conservationist, dies at 91
British conservationist Jane Goodall spent her life researching and educating others about chimpanzees and the natural world.
These hospitals face major flood risk. Experts say Trump is making it worse.
Hospitals across the U.S. are at risk of significant flooding, and climate experts warn that the Trump administration's cuts leave the nation less prepared.
Investors are unfazed about the government shutdown. Here's why.
Data shows government shutdowns tend to have a modest impact on financial markets and the broader U.S. economy.
Trump press secretary Karoline Leavitt retakes prime West Wing office space
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is reclaiming the press secretary's traditional West Wing office — a roomy space with a fireplace.
U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz isn't part of Trump's Cabinet, sources say
President Trump has decided the position will not be a Cabinet-level post, according to several sources familiar with the matter.
NYC high-rise partially collapses after explosion
Emergency crews are responding to reports of a possible gas explosion and partial building collapse in the Mott Haven section of the Bronx.
Legal threats hang over governor's race after report on Sherrill's military records
The National Archives admitted it had erred in releasing a mostly unredacted version of Mikie Sherrill's military records to an ally of her opponent.
Iowa teen dies after being mistaken for squirrel during hunting trip
A 17-year-old hunter died in rural Iowa after he "was mistaken for a squirrel by a member of his hunting party," state officials said.