Republicans propose using taxpayer dollars to fund additional ballroom price tag // TRAIN BRAIN

Republicans propose using taxpayer dollars to fund additional ballroom price tag

President Trump's White House ballroom has a new additional $1 billion price tag and American taxpayers could be covering the costs. Senate Republicans say the taxpayer funds are needed for what they call the "East Wing Modernization Project," including unspecified "above-ground and below-ground security features." Mr. Trump has repeatedly insisted the ballroom would be fully funded with his own money and private donations.
Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayle King and Nate Burleson bring you the latest breaking news, smart conversation and in-depth feature reporting. "CBS Mornings" airs weekdays at 7 a.m. on CBS and stream it at 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app.
Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings
Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/
Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/
Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/
Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings
Follow "CBS Mornings" on X: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings
Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/
Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h
For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

CBS Mornings

Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings” co-hosts Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson bring you the latest breaking news, smart conversation and in-depth feature reporting. Watch "CBS Mornings" on weekdays at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and stream it at 8 a.m. E...

Heroic principal says tackling gunman was "just instinct": "God's hand was on all of us"

The secret to New York Liberty's staying power

Spoiler alert! Shocking "Survivor" double elimination

Harlan Coben talks about his involvement in adaptation of his book "I Will Find You"

Christy Turlington Burns says "it's a scary time" for maternal healthcare in U.S.

Breaking down controversial FDA decision to approve fruit-flavored e-cigarettes

Rubio meeting with Pope Leo after tense exchanges between Trump and the first U.S.-born pontiff

Texas mom held in ICE custody for over 6 weeks says she's fearful it could happen again

Home searched in connection to Kristin Smart case

Apple agreed to a $250 million settlement. Here's how you could get some of your money back.

Alabama is the latest state set to redraw its congressional map

Health officials monitoring Americans who departed hantavirus-stricken ship before quarantine

Trump threatens new attacks while claiming the U.S. "won" war with Iran

Judge releases possible suicide note written by Jeffrey Epstein

Man describes "total devastation" as tornadoes tear through parts of the South

Patel criticizes local officials in handling of Nancy Guthrie case, but sheriff disputes claims

Anthony Mason launches YouTube show showcasing your favorite artists

Obama appears to criticize Trump while discussing U.S. balance of power #shorts

How walking daily can help with postpartum depression and perimenopause #shorts

Zac Posen on the inspiration behind Kendall Jenner's Met Gala dress #shorts

Nathan Lane on receiving his 7th Tony Awards nomination for "Death of a Salesman" #shorts

Blake Lively attends Met Gala hours after settling legal battle with Justin Baldoni #shorts

Spirit employees gather outside airline's headquarters #shorts

Iowa farmer says "people out here are hurting" as U.S. gas prices skyrocket #shorts

Lindsay Vonn says she's "back up" after fall at Winter Olympics #shorts

Lizzo on allegations by former dancers: "The truth is less salacious than the headlines" #shorts

Nathan Lane details personal connection to "Death of a Salesman" role

"Walk" authors on how walking can improve mental and physical health

What the Spirit shutdown means for budget travelers

Driver accused of chasing child on bike down a sidewalk before attempting to break into a home

Investigators seek information on sailboat in connection to missing American in Bahamas

2 passengers on hantavirus-stricken cruise ship have rare strain, health officials say

Republicans propose using taxpayer dollars to fund additional ballroom price tag

Obama appears to criticize Trump in interview with Colbert

White House gives mixed messages on Iran war as Trump says Strait of Hormuz operation is paused

Oprah's Book Club: Author Douglas Stuart reads "John of John" excerpt

How anxieties in Gen Z women are being amplified and exploited

Zac Posen on how designing Kendall Jenner's Met Gala look started with his white GAP T-shirt

See highlights from fashion's biggest night at Met Gala

Oprah selects "John of John" for latest book club pick

Tony Awards nominees for 6 major categories exclusively revealed on "CBS Mornings"

Dolly Parton shares health update after canceling Las Vegas residency

American stuck on hantavirus-stricken cruise ship speaks out: "All we want ... is to feel safe"

Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni reach settlement in "It Ends With Us" legal battle

Justice Gorsuch says his loyalty is to "Constitution and laws" amid Trump Supreme Court attacks

Secret Service shoots gunman 4 blocks from White House

How Spirit Airlines' shutdown is impacting airports across the U.S.

Surging gas prices due to war with Iran could impact congressional races

U.S. and Iran exchange fire as Trump launches mission to guide ships through Strait of Hormuz

Extended interview: Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch

89-year-old man in hospice gets wish to attend one more Kentucky Derby

Lizzo on new music, weight loss journey and ongoing legal battle: "I'm fighting the case"

Elizabeth Smart on "terrifying" first body building competition and her liberating journey

How to deal with itchy eyes due to seasonal allergies

Withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. forces in Germany will happen within next year

Video shows United flight striking light pole, truck on New Jersey turnpike before landing

Behind the scenes of the Met Gala, the "Super Bowl of fashion"

2 people die after drowning in suspected rip currents in Florida: "It's so tragic"

2 missing U.S. soldiers in Morocco were hiking when they fell off cliff, officials say

Suspected hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship kills 3, health officials say

Trump says U.S. will guide trapped ships through Strait of Hormuz, as gas prices surge

Trump signs an executive order tightening U.S. sanctions on Cuba #shorts

Anne Hathaway on how she felt returning for "The Devil Wears Prada 2" #shorts

Designer Manish Malhotra shares his number one styling tip #shorts

How chef Gregory Gourdet brought unique dining experiences to Printemps

How a whiffed NFL field goal led to a life-saving diagnosis for a Kentucky Derby breeding expert

Andy Serkis on making the animated version of "Animal Farm"

Designer Manish Malhotra's journey from Bollywood to the Met Gala

Saturday Sessions: Billie Marten performs "Feeling"

Saturday Sessions: Billie Marten performs "Leap Year"

Saturday Sessions: Billie Marten performs "Crown"

Jewish community in U.K. on high alert after Golders Green knife attack

Finance tips for when you're caring for aging family members

Ford CEO discusses auto industry affordability amid rising gas prices and economic uncertainty

Spirit Airlines shuts down after failing to secure government bailout

New video shows correspondents' dinner suspect breaching event security

Trump rejects Iran's latest peace proposal as gas prices skyrocket

How did the Artemis II crew handle a broken toilet in space? #shorts

Artemis astronaut says "teamwork is the epitome of what we do" #shorts

Artemis commander recalls toughest decision they made in space #shorts