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President Trump fires labor statistics commissioner after weak jobs report; Former VP Harris says she will not run for California governor, citing a "broken" system.
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Harris: Political system is "broken"
Former Vice President Kamala Harris told Stephen Colbert on Thursday night's "Late Show" that she decided against a run for California governor because the system is "broken." Political strategists Joel Payne and Leslie Sanchez join "The Takeout" with analysis.
What we know about Trump's nuclear sub order
President Trump on Friday ordered two nuclear submarines to be positioned in the "appropriate regions," after what he called "foolish and inflammatory statements" from Russia's former president. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has the details.
EPA's Zeldin on ending greenhouse gas rules
In a surprising move, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed reversing the "endangerment finding," which had determined that greenhouse gases pose a threat to human health. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin joins "The Takeout" to discuss the move.
Stocks fall after weak jobs report, tariffs
Friday was a very down day on the stock market after a new jobs report showed a hiring slowdown and President Trump's unveiling of higher tariffs for many top U.S. trading partners. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Ed O'Keefe have the latest.
Trump trade representative on weak jobs report
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is defending the Trump administration after a Friday report showed U.S. job growth has slowed. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Greer and joins "The Takeout" to unpack his response.
Trump economic adviser on weak jobs report
President Trump fired the commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday after its job report showed meager gains and revisions. Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the president's decision.
Top Trump economic adviser on new tariffs
President Trump's new tariffs on dozens of countries will go into effect on Aug. 7. Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, joins "The Takeout" to discuss the potential impact on the economy.
Extended interview: EPA head Lee Zeldin
Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin joins "The Takeout with Major Garrett" to discuss cuts to his agency and a proposal to roll back the 2009 endangerment finding, which said six greenhouse gases are a threat to public health and called for regulations under the Clean Air Act.
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8/1 The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump fires labor statistics commissioner after weak jobs report; Former VP Harris says she will not run for California governor, citing a "broken" system.
7/31 The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump says Canada moving to recognize Palestine is not a deal breaker for a potential trade deal; Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan joins The Takeout
7/30 The Takeout with Major Garrett
GDP surges in second quarter after dipping earlier this year; Kamala Harris will not run for California governor
7/29: The Takeout with Major Garrett
NYC Mayor: Gunman in office shooting tried to target NFL; Trump calls Biden’s use of an autopen a “political scandal”.
7/28: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump touts trade agreement with European Union; E.U. to purchase $750B of U.S. energy under new trade deal
7/25: The Takeout with Major Garrett
The U.S. deputy attorney general meets with Ghislaine Maxwell for a second day; President Trump pushes fossil fuels over green energy.
7/24: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Epstein files loom over Washington; Speaker Johnson: Republicans need to better inform Americans about President Trump's immigration policies.
7/23: The Takeout with Major Garrett
WSJ: Justice Department told Trump in May he is in Epstein files; Rahm Emanuel rebukes current state of Democratic Party.
7/22: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump says he has "no concern" about Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche interviewing Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell; Budget law provision reduces deduction for gambling losses.
7/21: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Some Republicans push for the release of the Epstein files; Axios: White House officials express concern over Netanyahu
7/18: The Takeout with Major Garrett
CBS News interviews ICE's acting director; President Trump sues the WSJ over its Epstein story. Note: Mr. Trump's suit names six defendants, not five.
7/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump diagnosed with vein condition; Former VP Pence says he’s “disappointed” by Trump’s “retribution” for January 6 riot prosecutions
7/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump denies plan to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell; Former Vice President Mike Pence joins The Takeout
7/15: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Attorney General Pam Bondi faces questions about handling of the Epstein files; Historic Washington, D.C., restaurant closing doors for renovations
7/14: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump gives Russia a 50-day deadline to make peace; Trump crowns Chelsea at FIFA Club World Cup final as FIFA opens office in Trump Tower
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Loni Anderson, actress from TV series "WKRP in Cincinnati," dies at 79
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
Longtime Trump insider May Davis Mailman departs White House
May Davis Mailman is the highest-ranking official to leave so far during the second term without being pushed out.
Dems negotiated for release of billions in exchange for batch of Trump nominees, sources say
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was negotiating with Republican leadership for the release of billions in government funds for the National Institutes of Health, World Food Program and other spending, sources said.
Texas Democratic legislators flee state to protest GOP's redistricting plan
Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump
Tariff rates are "pretty much set," Greer says
"These tariff rates are pretty much set," Jamieson Greer said in an interview Friday with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
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Tariff rates are "pretty much set," Greer says
"These tariff rates are pretty much set," Jamieson Greer said in an interview Friday with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
How the FIRE movement is inspiring early retirees
Nik and Adinah Johnson, who retired in their forties, are part of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), a movement that looks at work as a means to an end, and where frugality buys freedom from the rat race.
Profits at Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway drop after Kraft Heinz write-down
Berkshire Hathaway's earnings can swing wildly from quarter to quarter because it has to record the current value of its massive investment portfolio.
Trade adviser says Trump has "real concerns" about jobs data
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer defended President Trump's decision to fire a key official responsible for jobs reports in a CBS News interview.
Higher U.S. tariffs will extend uncertainty for businesses, experts say
Trade experts say the Trump administration's barrage of new tariffs could raise prices for consumers and cause headaches for businesses.
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Longtime Trump insider May Davis Mailman departs White House
May Davis Mailman is the highest-ranking official to leave so far during the second term without being pushed out.
Dems negotiated for release of billions in exchange for batch of Trump nominees, sources say
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was negotiating with Republican leadership for the release of billions in government funds for the National Institutes of Health, World Food Program and other spending, sources said.
Texas Democratic legislators flee state to protest GOP's redistricting plan
Texas Democrats fled the state Sunday, aiming to delay a plan to redraw the state's congressional map and give the GOP a bigger edge — an idea blessed by President Trump
Tariff rates are "pretty much set," Greer says
"These tariff rates are pretty much set," Jamieson Greer said in an interview Friday with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Ex-DOJ attorneys are running for office — some to fight Trump policies
A number of ex-DOJ attorneys are running office after resigning from a department they say has been contaminated by politics.
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Menopause retreat helps new generation of women break stigmas and find relief
Menopause impacts 47 million women worldwide each year, and many find it difficult to manage the transition.
Rare condition made mom feel like she was "walking on a hot bed of Legos"
Amber Meade was diagnosed with a rare pain condition. It took years to find a treatment that could help.
How one small clinic proves hepatitis C doesn't have to be an epidemic
Here's how a small clinic in Buffalo, New York, could inspire a national plan to eliminate hepatitis C.
Hepatitis C remains a silent epidemic in the U.S.
The CDC estimates up to 4 million Americans suffer from the chronic effects of Hepatitis C. It's a viral infection that attacks the liver. One small clinic in Buffalo, New York, is proving this doesn't have to be the case. Dr. Céline Gounder reports.
Ohio couple welcomes a baby from a nearly 31-year-old frozen embryo
The embryo was donated in 1994, and the 31-year storage is believed to be the longest-frozen embryo to result in a live birth.
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Volcano in Russia erupts for the first time in centuries
The Krasheninnikov volcano sent ash more than 3.7 miles into the sky, according to staff at the Kronotsky Reserve, where the volcano is located.
Palestinian-American dies in Israel-occupied West Bank, U.S. officials say
Khamis Ayyad died from smoke inhalation in Silwad, a village in the central West Bank, after putting out fires set by settlers, U.S. and Palestinian officials said.
Woman arrested after traveling with 2-year-old in suitcase
Police were called to a bus depot in Kaiwaka – about 62 miles north of Auckland – after a bus driver became concerned about a bag moving.
Pope thrills hundreds of thousands of young Catholics at youth festival
For the past week, these bands of young Catholics from around the world have poured into Rome for their special Jubilee celebration.
Team USA sets new relay record at swim worlds and Ledecky wins again
Americans have won eight gold medals thus far at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, which ends Sunday.
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Loni Anderson, actress from TV series "WKRP in Cincinnati," dies at 79
Loni Anderson, who played a struggling radio station's empowered receptionist on the hit TV comedy "WKRP in Cincinnati," died Sunday, just days before her 80th birthday.
Extended interview: Cheech Marin & Tommy Chong
In this web exclusive, the comedy team of Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about their latest collaboration, "Cheech & Chong's Last Movie." The comedians also discuss how their partnership first clicked, and continues to do so; their approach to aging; and how, despite being best known as stoner comics, the majority of their comic material is about anything but weed.
Cheech and Chong: Older and wiser
The comedy duo Richard Anthony "Cheech" Marin and Thomas Chong made their names and fortunes playing laid-back potheads. Now 79 and 87, respectively, they're back on movie screens in "Cheech and Chong's Last Movie" (which may not be an accurate title). The best buds talked with correspondent Tracy Smith about their legacy. [Originally broadcast April 13, 2025.]
Meet the "grandfluencers"
After Diane Shiffer retired from working as an educator and social worker, she took on a new calling: as a social media "grandfluencer." Known on TikTok as YourChubbyVintageNana, she now has nearly two million followers across platforms, as she goes all-in on "the Nana vibe." Correspondent Faith Salie talks with Shiffer, and with Barbara Costello, of Brunch With Babs, both part of a growing number of older content creators who are finding audiences and post-retirement careers in social media. [Originally broadcast April 13, 2025.]
Explore rare Grateful Dead photograph collection
Thousands of fans will gather in Golden Gate Park over the weekend to mark 60 years of the Grateful Dead, with a performance by the tribute band Dead and Company. Never-before-seen photos of the Grateful Dead will also come to life in San Francisco. Elizabeth Cook has the story.
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The A.I. Divide | America Unfiltered
A.I. is advancing faster than ever. This week, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg predicted that superintelligent artificial intelligence is within reach — and claims it will unlock a new era of personal empowerment. But how do everyday Americans feel about this? In this episode of America Unfiltered, CBS News' Anthony Salvanto breaks down new national polling data and hears directly from people across the country to explore the question: Is A.I. a breakthrough for humanity — or a threat to it? America Unfiltered is a bold and revealing segment from the CBS News Streaming Originals team. Each installment begins with fresh polling data on cultural flashpoints that shape daily life — but don't always make the headlines. Mixing data, raw commentary, and diverse perspectives, this series offers an honest look at what unites us, divides us, and how we really feel about the world we're living in.
AI is leading to thousands of job losses, report finds
The advent of AI in the workplace is one factor behind a spike in layoffs this year, new labor data shows.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How an app is using AI to help parents track their children's online habits
The CEO of Aura said he used medical experts to help him create the app. The professionals train AI models to analyze a child's language patterns, online tone, emotional state and late-night activity.
How AI can can detect kid's mood when online
A new online tool by digital security company Aura is trying to tackle the mental health crisis. The feature called Balance is marketed as the first to use artificial intelligence technology to monitor a child's online habits and wellbeing.
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Lightning "megaflash" recognized as new world record
A lightning flash that extended 515 miles from eastern Texas to near Kansas City, Missouri, in 2017 is recognized as being the longest horizontal distance.
Researchers say they've discovered the potato's origins
The origin of potatoes has puzzled scientists for years, but researchers now say they've found an unlikely ancestor: tomatoes.
Special cards await astronaut at ISS
SpaceX Falcon 9 is scheduled for liftoff Thursday, carrying a crew to the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Zena Cardman is the commander of the mission. She was supposed to launch last year, but issues with Boeing's Starliner changed those plans. Now set to blast off into space, Cardman has special notes from her father, sent before he died last August, waiting for her at the ISS.
Here's what experts say about tsunami warnings in Hawaii, Japan and Russia
"It's not one that's going to cause mass devastation. But it will cause coastal flooding and it will cause damage and it does put lives at risk if people don't move to high ground," an oceanography professor says.
Exploring embryo DNA modification and ethics
Eight babies in the UK were born using DNA from three people through an IVF technique that isn't legal in the U.S. NYU professor Arthur Caplan joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain the science and ethical concerns.
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Manhunt for Montana bar shooting suspect continues into third day
Police are looking for Michael Paul Brown, 45, who is wanted for allegedly shooting four people in The Owl Bar in the small town of Anaconda, Montana.
2 linked to suspect arrested in Tenn. killings of abandoned infant's relatives
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"Son of Sam": "They wouldn't understand what it was to walk in darkness"
In a rare interview, convicted serial killer David Berkowitz told CBS News he took "a big step" talking about his past.
Families, investigators remain haunted by unsolved Texas yogurt shop murders
Could new information lead to answers in the brutal murder of four teenage girls in Austin, Texas, more than 30 years ago?
Suspects on the loose in two separate attacks
Montana authorities released a new surveillance image showing who they have identified as the suspect in a bar shooting in Anaconda. Meanwhile, nearly 2,000 miles away, police in Tennessee are searching for a quadruple homicide suspect. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman reports.
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Crew Dragon docks with space station after problem-free rendezvous
The arrival of Crew 11 clears the way for four other station fliers to return to Earth next week after a 145-day stay in space.
NASA and SpaceX launch crew to space station on second try
The three-man one-woman crew plans to spend at least six months and possibly longer aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX launch to ISS scrubbed
A SpaceX rocket set to launch a NASA crew to the International Space Station has been delayed for bad weather. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood have more.
Former astronaut twins Mark and Scott Kelly on NASA cuts, SpaceX flight
Mark and Scott Kelly, twin brothers and former NASA astronauts, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about how the agency is set to lose 20% of its workforce, the SpaceX flight and more.
SpaceX rocket to launch crew to ISS
NASA astronaut Zena Cardman, who was bumped from an earlier flight to the International Space Station, could launch into space today on a SpaceX rocket. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
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A special rock climbing camp for kids
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Long-dormant Russian volcano erupts
A volcano in Russia's Far East has erupted after sitting dormant for 600 years. Scientists believe the eruption was triggered by the massive earthquake that struck the region last week.
More reports of deaths as Gazans try to access aid
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