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Biden to deliver his first formal State of the Union address

President Biden will deliver a State of the Union address largely focused on the war in Ukraine. The latest CBS News polling shows a majority of Americans fear a wider war in Europe and support U.S. action in response to the Russia invasion. Ed O'Keefe has a preview of the president's speech that is expected to address foreign and domestic issues.

Thousands of mail-in ballots rejected in Texas after new voting law

As voters in Texas head to the polls for primaries, thousands of mail-in ballots are being rejected after new voting laws are signed. Omar Villafranca reports.

Fencing, National Guard return to Capitol Hill ahead of President Biden's first State of the Union

Fencing and National Guard members have returned to Capitol Hill ahead of President Biden's first State of the Union address. Inside the Capitol, attending members of Congress will have to be tested for COVID-19, but masks will be optional. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from outside the Capitol.

Many families are being left behind amid economic growth

With President Biden expected to tout economic growth in his State of the Union address, many families are being left behind. Tony Dokoupil has more.

Biden to tackle Ukraine conflict and U.S. inflation in State of the Union address

President Biden will deliver his first State of the Union address on Tuesday. Amid falling poll ratings, he plans on tackling U.S. inflation rates, federal minimum wage and the Russia conflict in Ukraine. Ed O'Keefe has a preview.

Cybersecurity expert Chris Krebs on threat of Russian cyberattacks on Ukraine and its allies

CBS News cybersecurity expert and analyst Chris Krebs joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the threat of cyberattacks by Russia in its assault on Ukraine. The former head of the Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency also discusses what the U.S., private companies and individual Americans should do to protect against possible cyberattacks.

Four moms debate masking guidance in schools

A group of Virginia moms with varying opinions discuss the state masking guidance in schools with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell. Nationwide, mask mandates are leaving parents with difficult decisions.

Fire at nuclear power plant out, Russians seize it, officials in Ukraine say

Officials blamed Russian shelling for the blaze in a training building at Europe's largest nuclear power plant. Russian forces continued to pound residential areas, as the war entered its second week.

Fire in nuclear plant out but Russian troops seize it: Ukraine officials

The officials blamed the blaze on Russian shelling. No radiation level increases were detected and plant personnel were operating equipment, authorities said.

3/2: Red and Blue

Impact of Biden's State of the Union address; Federal Reserve to raise interest rates