Breaking down America's two party system

Breaking down America's two-party system

Political scientist Lee Drutman joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss America's winner-take-all system, its flaws, and whether a third party could reshape the nation's politics.

U.S. port, union talks break down again over automation, with two months to go before potential strike

With roughly two months before union workers at East and Gulf Coast ports may begin a new strike, a fight over automated technology is slowing negotiations.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

America’s visa system is stifling science and innovation

Americans who are used to simply flashing their passports and waltzing into a foreign country may not realize how hard it is going in the other direction.

Politics - The Hill - November 1

Breaking down the timing of election results

One of the top questions people want to know is when will we know who wins the election. While we don't know for sure, there are some clues. Major Garrett has more.

Breaking down Trump's win in Georgia

Voters in Georgia gave Trump 16 electoral votes on his way to the White House, CBS News projects. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on how Trump won there.

Breaking down Harris' concession speech

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her concession speech Wednesday following former President Donald Trump's projected win. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Then, ...

Breaking down Trump's deportation pledge

President-elect Trump has vowed to launch "the largest deportation operation" in American history, targeting the country's estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants. A CBS News analysis reveals ...

Breaking down the Delphi murders verdict

An Indiana jury on Monday convicted 52-year-old Richard Allen of murder seven years after two teenage girls vanished during a hike. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more on the verdict.

Fire Breaks out at BAE Systems' Nuclear Submarine Shipyard in Northern England

Two people were taken to hospital after a large fire broke out at BAE Systems’ nuclear submarine shipyard in northwest England, local police said.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 30

Breaking down the Georgia ballot hand counting ruling

With early in-person voting underway in Georgia, a judge there Tuesday night blocked a new rule requiring the hand counting of election ballots. The judge called the rule "too much, too late" and ...

Breaking down Trump's comments at the Al Smith dinner

Former President Trump attended the Al Smith dinner in New York Thursday night, a traditional event on the campaign calendar that Kamala Harris chose not to attend, which Trump called ...

Breaking down the effects of Tony Bennett's retirement

The Cavaliers will begin this new era of college basketball without their longtime coach. What does this mean for the program as the 2024-25 season approaches?

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Breaking down VAR decisions that impact title race

Was William Saliba's red card for Arsenal the correct call ? Why was Man City's winner deemed onside?

Sports - ESPN - October 21

Breaking down the candidates' ground game in the battleground states

Both candidates are pushing hard to reach undecided voters in the seven battleground states. Robert Costa takes a look at the campaigns' ground games.

Breaking down Harris' final appeal to voters at the Ellipse

Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday gave her "closing argument" speech at the Ellipse in Washington, D.C., a week before Election Day, the same park where former President Donald Trump spoke on ...

Breaking down election law as Americans vote in 2024

The Supreme Court said Virginia can continue with removing about 1,600 people from its voter roll in what the State's Republican governor said is an effort to stop non-citizens from voting. CBS ...

Breaking down the security measures for Election Day

Authorities across the country have been planning extensively for Election Day 2024. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has a look at some of the threats officials are looking ...

Breaking down Donald Trump's deportation agenda

Politics - Politico - 3 days ago

Breaking down Trump's sweeping education plans

President-elect Donald Trump is proposing sweeping education changes like eliminating the Department of Education and cutting back loan forgiveness programs ahead of taking office in January. The ...

The Deadliest Year Inside One of America’s Deadliest Jail Systems

Riverside County, Calif., reported its highest detainee death count in decades, including multiple suicides that reveal deep institutional problems.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 1

Chicago to begin shutting down separate migrant shelter system

The city of Chicago will overhaul its migrant response strategy, including by closing its “landing zone” and migrant-only shelters, as it responds to a decline in the number of people arriving to ...

Is the system letting down people who were harmed by Covid vaccines?

People affected by rare blood clots say they feel they have been airbrushed out of the pandemic.

American Airlines Cracks Down on ‘Gate Lice’ With New Boarding System

American Airlines is testing a technology platform that will produce a sound when a passenger attempts to board a flight ahead of the assigned group.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Two parties, two very different closing arguments: From the Politics Desk

Democrats and Republicans are zeroing in on different issues as they make their closing arguments to voters in key House and Senate races.

Trudeau Urged by Fellow Party Members to Step Down

Liberal Party members fear Justin Trudeau has become so unpopular that it could lead to the party’s defeat in the next election. Mr. Trudeau has said he has no plans to leave.

World - The New York Times - October 23

Democrats Ignored Gaza and Brought Down Their Party

The war in the Middle East has become this era’s most important progressive cause.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 7

French military systems in Sudan may break UN arms embargo, says Amnesty

Group says it has identified the Galix defence system on armoured vehicles imported from the UAE and calls for government to investigate. France must investigate the use of its military systems by ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Breaking down the wildest moments of Yankees-Guardians Game 3

After a back-and-forth game ended in the Guardians' favor, we go inside some of the biggest swings.

Sports - ESPN - October 18

Most UK animal welfare violations not prosecuted as enforcement breaks down

Majority of farm inspections are carried out by industry-led assurance schemes

Business - Financial Times - October 20

NFL Winners and Losers: Breaking down the best and worst of Week 7

Jared Goff helped the Lions overcome adversity several times in a win over previously unbeaten Minnesota. Plus: Kansas City's identity is fully revealed.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 20

Communication expert breaks down Wisconsin Senate debate performances

ABC News' Jay O’Brien speaks with Michael Chad Hoeppner to unpack the Wisconsin Senate debate between Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde.

Breaking down the House panel report on Trump rally shooting

A bipartisan House task force investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump said the event was "preventable." That's according to a preliminary, 53-page report ...

As the Clippers open their new arena, breaking down the true value of a new home

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer spent billions moving his team out of Crypto.com Arena. What will be the full impact of their new home?

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 21

What I Learned After Breaking Down About Hurricane Milton on TV

My viral moment revealed a shared experience of climate anxiety across generations. It’s time that we channel it into action.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

Expert breaks down what to know about dog's behaviors

Dr. Alexandra Horowitz is a dog cognition researcher and bestselling author of "The Year of the Puppy: How Dogs Become Themselves." She, along with Skipper, a golden retriever therapy dog, join ...

Decision 2024: Steve Kornacki on the state of the race 1 week out

With Election Day one week away, NBC’s Steve Kornacki joins TODAY to break down where the presidential race stands and what the path to 270 looks like for Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. He also ...

Politics - NBC News - October 29

'It makes me want to vote': Breaking down the impact of celebrity election endorsements

With the 2024 election in full swing, celebrities like John Legend have hit the campaign trail to stump with their preferred candidates. NBC News' Emma Barnett looks at the impact of celebrity ...

Politics - NBC News - October 29

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