12/15: Red and Blue
Congress tackles budget negotiations, TikTok bill; What each party can do to defend Senate seats in 2024
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Biden to get look at California storm damage
President Biden will survey the storm damage on California's Central Coast today. At least 20 people were killed in the “atmospheric river” storms. House lawmakers must agree on raising the national debt ceiling -- or the U.S. "could" default on its debt for the first time, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns. And New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is stepping down next month, after recent polls put her party "behind" its conservative rivals.
Clyburn convinced Biden will run again
U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina, whose endorsement of Joe Biden in 2020 helped him win the state's primary and propelled him to the nomination, told CBS News' Robert Costa that he is convinced the president will seek a second term. Mr. Biden has not announced his 2024 intentions yet.
How to prepare for tax return changes
Jan. 23 marks the start of tax season. Toby Mathis, founding partner of Anderson Business Advisors, joined CBS News to recap changes to the tax code and what people should do before filing their returns.
Noem says she'd "nudge" GOP governors on abortion
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, in an interview with CBS News Tuesday, continued to pressure potential 2024 Republican presidential candidates to take a more restrictive stance on abortion, arguing that her state’s own abortion ban is a model for the GOP.
Matchups set for next round of NFL playoffs
The Dallas Cowboys advanced to the next round of the NFL playoffs after a 31-14 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. CBS News special correspondent James Brown, who is also the host of "The NFL Today," joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the upcoming divisional round and Tom Brady's future.
NFL playoffs kick off with wild weekend
It was a wild "super wild card" weekend for NFL fans. Sam Fortier, a staff writer covering the NFL at the Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the weekend's games and give a preview of the Monday night matchup between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Dallas Cowboys.
Biden giving keynote speech at MLK Day event
President Biden will mark Martin Luther King Junior Day with a breakfast in Washington. He’ll join the Rev. Al Sharpton and His National Action Network and give the keynote address. University of Alabama basketball player Darius Miles and another man have been charged with murder after a fatal shooting near campus. And, for a 5th straight week, “Avatar: The Way of Water” is tops at the box office.
Lisa Marie Presley dead at 54
Lisa Marie Presley – Elvis’ only child -- has died after suffering cardiac arrest at 54. The singer had just attended the Golden Globes on Tuesday, celebrating Austin Butler's award for playing her father in "Elvis." Authorities say at least seven people were killed when powerful storms slammed the Southeast. And tax season begins Jan. 23. The deadline to file was extended to April 18.
Tornadoes cause major damage in Southeast
While a relentless string of storms is lashing Northern California, several tornadoes tore through the Southeast Thursday. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports from Atlanta, Georgia.
Americans' car debt reached $1.5 trillion
Americans owed more than $1.5 trillion on their car loans in the third quarter. New York Times business reporter Jack Ewing joins CBS News' Debra Alfarone to discuss a potential car bubble, inflation and rising interest rates and advice for consumers.
U.S. may aid Brazil congress attack probe
The U.S. and Brazil may work together to investigate Sunday's attack on Brazil's congress and other federal buildings. Reuters reports lawmakers from both countries signed a joint statement condemning political violence. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said "if" Brazil formally requests U.S. help, Washington would respond "expeditiously." Russia is sending a new capsule to the International Space Station next month to bring home three crew members, including an American. The original capsule was damaged by a meteoroid in December. And tennis champ Naomi Osaka says she's pregnant.
Mike Pence on possible 2024 run
Former Vice President Mike Pence sat down with CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa to discuss a possible 2024 presidential run. He also weighed in on how his staff store documents.
White House responds to FAA system outage
CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins us to discuss how the White House is responding to the Federal Aviation Administration system outage, which caused widespread flight delays. She also shares how President Biden has responded so far to the controversy surrounding documents found at his former office.
Biden "surprised" by documents discovery
President Biden says he was "surprised" documents marked classified were found at a former office. He said his attorneys "followed protocol" by reporting the discovery right away. The DOJ is investigating. Australian Cardinal George Pell whose conviction on child abuse charges was later overturned — has died at 81 after hip surgery in Rome. And the Golden Globes were back on the airwaves — and "The Fabelmans" took home the award for best drama motion picture.
Clashes as police clear climate activists in coal standoff
German police are slowly evicting hundreds of climate change activists who've occupied a village set to be engulfed by a coal mine. CBS News' Tina Kraus has the latest on the battle over Luetzerath.
Hawaii leads the switch to renewable energy
Renewable sources of energy will account for 24% of the nation's energy in 2023, more than double what it was a decade ago. CBS environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Treasure map sparks hunt for Nazi loot
Officials in the Netherlands have published a map believed to reveal the location of millions of dollars in riches looted by Nazi German soldiers during WWII. As Tina Kraus reports, the hunt is on.
New guidelines for treating childhood obesity
New recommendations to treat childhood obesity from the American Academy of Pediatrics now include considering weight loss medications and surgery. It's the first update in 15 years. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder and medical director of Gramercy Pediatrics, joins CBS News discuss the risks and benefits.
Latest on Biden documents, Rep. Santos scrutiny
CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins us from Capitol Hill to discuss the reaction to the discovery of documents marked as classified at President Biden's former office. He also has the latest on New York Democrats filing a complaint against Rep. George Santos with the House Ethics Committee.
The Invisible Problem: How carbon warms Earth
It's one of the most powerful forces warming the Earth, leading to increasingly severe droughts, wildfires and floods. It's also invisible. So how do we see start seeing carbon? In our new series "On the Dot," CBS environmental correspondent David Schechter explores how we can see this problem more clearly.
What we know about the Biden documents
Documents marked classified have been found at a Biden think tank and turned over to the National Archives. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what we know and how Republicans are responding.
"On the Dot" web extra: Paleoclimatology
From ice to fossils, scientists describe how they go back in time to figure out how an increase in carbon dioxide affects our planet.
Tens of thousands evacuated in California
Tens of thousands of people throughout California are out of their homes as powerful storms hit the region. Forecasters say an inch of rain fell per hour in Montecito, where the entire community is under evacuation orders. A historic $1.1 billion Mega Millions jackpot is up for grabs tonight -- the fifth largest prize in lottery history. And Georgia dominated TCU, 65-7, to win their second straight national championship.
"On the Dot" web extra: Environmental justice
Davida Herzl's company, Aclima, operates a fleet of cars outfitted with tubes and sensors that analyze the air for 14 kinds of pollution.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia could be deported to Uganda, official says
The Trump administration may try to deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Uganda days after he was released from pre-trial detention, according to a DHS official.
Why utility bills are rapidly rising in some states
Residential electricity rates are expected to increase by as much as 18% in the next few years, according to the Energy Information Administration.
Abbott says he will approve contentious GOP redistricting bill
The Texas Senate approved the measure after a heated debate, marking a major step in a mid-decade redistricting effort backed by President Trump.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 33; famine announcement raises pressure
Hospital officials say Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid were among at least 33 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza.
Some international postal services suspend shipment of packages to U.S.
Multiple postal services, including in India and around Europe, say they are suspending the shipment of many packages to the United States amid a lack of clarity over new import duties.
Maps show Tropical Storm Fernand's path and forecast in Atlantic
Fernand is the sixth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
North Korea test fires 2 new antiair missiles
The test coincided with new South Korean President Lee Jae Myung 's trip to Tokyo for a summit with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
Ghislaine Maxwell's interview on Epstein case released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. released transcripts of Deputy AG Todd Blanche's two-day interview with convicted sex trafficker and Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell.
U.S. scientists work to preserve vulnerable species at a Smithsonian lab
Experts at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute care for endangered species on 32,000 sprawling acres in Northern Virginia.