American's views on guns
CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how Americans' views on gun control have changed over time.
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Marianne Williamson: Time for American people to "step in" on gun reform
2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Marianne Williamson joins CBSN to discuss her calls for "common sense" gun laws following mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. She also discusses the upcoming Iowa State Fair where more than 20 candidates will speak over the next week.
Ex-fed: Trump "incorrect" on gun violence
This week on "The Takeout," Major Garrett sits down with former FBI criminal profiler Mary Ellen O'Toole to discuss the horrific shootings in Dayton and El Paso, what drives someone to commit mass murder and the fallacy of widely held beliefs about mental illness and violent video games.
Williamson: We need a Department of Peace
Author and 2020 presidential candidate Marianne Williamson discussed what she would do for more gun control in the wake of two mass shootings in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio. She spoke to CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns in Iowa about why the U.S. needs a Department of Peace.
Trump backs "meaningful" background checks
President Trump says he supports "meaningful" background checks on gun purchases in the wake of last week’s mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton. The move may bring him into conflict with the NRA, which continues to oppose background checks. The president made the remarks Friday before attending two fundraisers in the Hamptons, a rich enclave on New York’s Long Island. Ben Tracy reports.
2020 candidates talk gun control in Iowa
2020 presidential candidates are making their pitches to voters at the Iowa State Fair this weekend. Many of them are making gun control policy a focal point this weekend, in the wake of the recent mass shootings. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss the latest from Des Moines.
Democratic candidates pitch gun control
The Democratic candidates were out assuring voters they have a plan to curb gun violence. Despite the terrible mass shootings last week, new gun policy remains a tough sell. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Lady Gaga funding classrooms after shootings
Lady Gaga has partnered with DonorsChoose.org and her own Born This Way Foundation to fully fund classroom projects in El Paso, Dayton, and Gilroy, California, to help these communities heal after tragedy.
Arrests made in alleged shooting plots
Police have arrested a self-described white nationalist after uncovering threatening posts online. Over the last two weeks, police have arrested six other men -- each accused in separate cases of threatening to attempt a mass shooting. Meg Oliver reports.
Challenges of domestic and foreign terrorism
Authorities across the U.S. are cracking down on a surge in mass shooting threats. Meanwhile, on the international front, ISIS is regaining strength in Syria. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on efforts to stop domestic terrorism, and CBS News senior national security analyst Fran Townsend joins CBSN with more on the U.S. response.
Trump wavers on universal background checks
There's growing confusion in Washington over moves to tighten gun laws after this month's mass shootings. Attorney General William Barr said Wednesday that the administration will work with congressional leaders to move legislation forward starting next month. But President Trump seems to be less interested after speaking with the NRA's executive director this week. Weijia Jiang reports.
Families of shooting victims speak out
Stephanie Melendez's father was killed in the El Paso massacre. Sharon Risher's mother and two cousins died in the 2015 Charleston church shooting. Richard Martinez's son was killed in a mass shooting near the University of California Santa Barbara in 2014. And Nelba Marquez-Green's 6-year-old daughter was murdered at Sandy Hook Elementary in 2012. Gayle King spoke with families of shooting victims about the future of gun control. Tune in for more of their conversation on Tuesday, August 27, on "CBS This Morning."
Families transformed by gun violence
At least 272 mass shootings have occurred this year in the U.S., according to the Gun Violence Archive. People who have lost their loved ones in past shootings talked with Gayle King about how the attacks have changed their communities forever.
Living with grief brought by mass shootings
As Congress struggles to address the issue of gun violence, "CBS This Morning" wanted to talk with people who live with the repercussions of mass shootings every day. Four people who lost loved ones in shootings across the country spoke to Gayle King about the seemingly impossible task of moving on after tragedy.
Families of shooting victims speak
In the second part of CBS News' exclusive conversation with four people who lost loved ones to shootings, the family members speak about the role of forgiveness and being part of a group that’s linked by tragedy. The group also discusses the aftereffects of sudden loss, and what they hope to see moving forward.
Families of shooting victims speak
In the first part of CBS News' exclusive conversation with four people who lost loved ones to shootings, the family members speak about how hard it is to move on from the loss, how they feel when lawmakers say gun violence is a mental health issue and the role of race in mass shootings.
Families push for change in gun policies
Thousands of families are forever changed by mass shootings in the United States every year. Four people who are among that unfortunate group sat down with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King to discuss their experiences, with the hope of changing the national conversation around gun control.
Families talk about toll of mass shootings
According to the Gun Violence Archive, there have been more than 270 mass shootings in the United States in 2019 alone. The loss for families who have been touched by this gun violence is impossible to quantify. To begin to understand the impact, "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King sat down with four people working through different stages of grief.
Families call for action on gun violence
Each time there's another mass shooting it's a painful reminder for families who have lost loved ones to gun violence. Gayle King speaks with four people who've lost loved ones and who have a message for lawmakers, the 2020 presidential candidates, and fellow Americans.
Shooting victims' families on forgiveness
The question of forgiveness often comes up in the aftermath of a mass shooting. "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King speaks with four people who have lost loved ones to find out if forgiveness is possible for them – or even something they are striving for.
Fact check: Trump on gun control
In the wake of the Odessa mass shooting, President Trump said that legislation on gun control was being considered in Congress. However, the president has also backtracked from supporting background checks, and Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is not allowing any new gun control bills to advance in the Senate.
Democrats start new push for gun control
House Democrats started a new push for gun control measures, in response to several recent mass shootings. They're focusing on passing universal background checks. Nancy Cordes reports.
Inside America's largest black gun group
Democrats are working to advance gun bills in Congress in an effort to pressure Republicans and the White House in the wake of several deadly mass shootings. The country's largest and best known gun rights association, the NRA, is losing board members. But another, lesser-known gun organization, is thriving. Omar Villafranca reports.
Shooting-themed hoodies prompt backlash
A fashion brand based in New York is facing backlash over hoodies it unveiled during New York Fashion Week. The hoodies featured the names of schools where mass shootings have occurred, including Stoneman Douglas and Columbine, and appeared to have holes made by bullets.
Parkland father ejected from State of the Union for yelling out
The president spoke about protecting Second Amendment rights but didn't mention the numerous mass shootings that have occurred during his time in office
Details emerge about Charlie Kirk shooting suspect. Here's what we know.
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University.
Judge says U.S. trying to circumvent legal protections with deportations to Ghana
Earlier this month, the U.S. deported a group of non-Ghanaian nationals to Ghana, including deportees from Gambia and Nigeria.
"No Other Land" director says his West Bank home was raided by Israeli soldiers
"No Other Land" director Basel Adra said Israeli soldiers raided conducted a raid at his West Bank home on Saturday, searching for him and going through his wife's phone.
Trump calls on NATO countries to stop buying Russian oil to end Ukraine war
Mr. Trump said that NATO's commitment to winning the war in Ukraine "has been far less than 100%."
Afghanistan and U.S. envoys reach agreement on a prisoner swap, Taliban claims
No information was provided on how many people are being held in each country, who they are or why they were imprisoned.
Venezuela accuses U.S. of seizing fishing boat in Caribbean amid standoff
Venezuela's foreign ministry said nine fishermen were "illegally and hostilely" detained on Friday by the USS Jason Dunham.
California legislature votes to phase out "forever chemicals" in cookware
California lawmakers voted to phase out a group of chemicals known as PFAS, which are often called "forever chemicals," in cookware.
Romania scrambles fighter jets after reporting drone incursion
Romania's defense ministry said Saturday that the country's airspace had been breached by a drone during a Russian attack on infrastructure in neighboring Ukraine.
U.N. assembly votes for two-state solution to Israel-Palestinian conflict
The United States, Israel's closest ally, reiterated its opposition to the New York Declaration and the General Assembly resolution endorsing implementation of a two-state solution.