Новости за 21.01.2021

Many of the longstanding traditions that typically take place on Inauguration Day were missing from Wednesday's transfer of power. Former President Trump chose not to meet with President Biden face to face, instead hosting his own farewell event at Joint Base Andrews. Andy Card, former White House chief of staff under President George W. Bush, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the symbolism associated with the inaugural ceremony.

Ellis' appointment is now the subject of an investigation by the Defense Department Inspector General.

Now that he's left office, former President Trump could soon be facing legal troubles as the protections that have been shielding him are set to expire. CBSN legal analyst Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the details.

President Biden began his career in politics in 1973 as the junior United States senator from Delaware. Now, nearly 50 years after his journey began, he has taken office as the 46th president of the United States. Robert Hoopes, president of VOX Global and who served as Biden's chief of staff during the 2012 Democratic National Convention, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to reflect on the president's career in public service.

The changes may seem minor, but advocates say they're meaningful.

President Biden wasted no time getting to work after taking the oath of office. He signed several executive actions and prepared legislation to be sent to Congress. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran, and CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss what is on the Biden administration's legislative agenda and how easy it will be to get it through Congress.

President Biden's White House press secretary Jen Psaki gave her first press conference on Wednesday night, seven hours after Mr. Biden was sworn in as president. Psaki emphasized the "importance of bringing truth and transparency back to the briefing room." Watch her briefing.

Throughout his campaign, President Biden thanked Black voters for working to organize and protect democratic institutions, and he chose Kamala Harris as his vice president, making her the first Black woman to serve in the role. Dr. Nikki Taylor, a professor and the chairwoman of the history department at Howard University, Harris' alma mater, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Harris making history.

Vice presidents since Vice President Walter Mondale have been living in the residence at the Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C.

President Joe Biden used his first hours in office to sign 17 executive orders and actions on issues including the government's coronavirus response, immigration and climate change. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post White House reporter Sean Sullivan join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss the immediate changes coming from the new administration.

President Joe Biden faces challenges getting his priorities through Congress with a closely divided Senate. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Lynda Tran joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss how President Biden aims to bring Congress together and the prospects for another COVID-19 relief bill.

Joseph Randall Biggs, 37, faces three charges for his alleged role in the deadly attack.

Black women voters were key to Joe Biden's election victory, and now Vice President Kamala Harris is the first Black woman to serve in that role. Glynda Carr, CEO of Higher Heights for America, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the role Black women played in the 2020 election and what her organization is doing to help more Black women run for office. She also discusses what Harris' election means for Black women and the legacy of HBCUs.

Vice President Kamala Harris made history on Wednesday when she took the oath of office — and broke down multiple barriers. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion shares more.

A preliminary study found that the Pfizer vaccine appears to be effective against a more contagious U.K. strain of the coronavirus.

Former President Trump skipped town before President Biden was inaugurated, but CBS News has learned that the TVs on Air Force One were tuned in to the festivities. CBS News correspondent Paula Reid reports.

CBS News senior political analyst and "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson discusses President Biden's inaugural speech and the challenges he faces in the White House.

The peaceful transfer of power went off without a hitch. Here are some of the extraordinary moments from the inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris.

President Biden wasted no time getting to work shortly after he was sworn in. He signed several executive orders undoing his predecessor's policies. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

President Biden focused on the theme of unity during his inaugural address Wednesday, two weeks after Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.

President Joe Biden begins his administration with his party controlling both the House and the Senate. But his Cabinet nominees are still awaiting confirmation. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Politico White House reporter and associate editor Anita Kumar spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about what comes next for President Biden and former President Trump.

SpaceX has now launched more than 1,000 Starlink internet relay satellites.

In a medley of political songs, Lopez slipped in her own song and also took a moment to say something in Spanish. Here's what she said.

"It is clear that the partisan divide between Democrats and Republicans does not serve a single American," the freshman legislators say in a letter to the new president.

The Senate confirmed Avril Haines to be director of national intelligence on Wednesday evening.