Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 1104

Former U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel discusses drone strike on al Qaeda leader

Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri was one of America's most wanted terrorists. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports on the U.S. drone strike that took him out. Then former U.S. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the impact of the strike.

Kansas voters uphold right to abortion

The Kansas ballot initiative is viewed as a bellwether for the impact of the Supreme Court's abortion decision on the midterm elections this fall.

Arizona one of 5 states holding primary elections

Five states are holding primary elections Tuesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins Lana Zak with more about key races happening in the state of Arizona.

Live Updates: Arizona, Missouri, Kansas, Michigan and Washington primary results

Abortion is on the ballot in Kansas, while Trump's influence in swing state Arizona will be tested.

CBS Evening News, August 2, 2022

Pelosi visits Taiwan amid warnings of China retaliation; Ex-Laker puts championship rings up for auction for Ukraine

Abortion rights on the ballot in Kansas

Voters in Kansas are deciding whether or not their state's legislature can further restrict abortion rights. This is the first time abortion has been on a ballot since Roe v. Wade was overturned. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Kanas and joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss.

Norah O’Donnell Goes Person to Person with Jon Stewart ahead of Warrior Games

In this episode of "Person to Person with Norah O’Donnell," O’Donnell sits down with comedian Jon Stewart before he hosts the Warrior Games to talk about advocating for 9/11 responders and America’s veterans. Also in this episode, O’Donnell speaks with a member of Team Air Force on how the Warrior Games helps wounded servicemembers.

What to watch for as 5 states hold primaries today

Arizona, Michigan, Missouri, Kansas and Washington are holding primary elections today. One of the most closely-watched races is the Senate GOP primary in Missouri, where former President Trump made a cryptic endorsement. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest.

80-year-old store owner shoots attempted robber

An 80-year-old store owner pulled out a shotgun and shot a masked suspect who had an AR-15-style rifle and was attempting to rob the store.

8/2: CBS News Prime Time

Lana Zak reports on key primary races, Pelosi's trip to Taiwan and burn pit legislation.