Politics, Paul Wellstone told us, is about the improvement of peoples lives. I know that the work i have been able to do has improved peoples lives. I would do it all over again in a heart beat. For a decade, now, every time i would get tired or discouraged or frustrated, i would think about the people i was doing this for and would get me back up on my feet. I know the same will be true for everyone who decides to pursue a politics that is about improving peoples lives, and i hope you know that i will be fighting alongside you every step of the way. With that, mr. President , i yield the floor. And there you heard a rather emotional senator al franken announce that he will be stepping down from the senate, the twoterm democratic senator from minnesota has been plagued, of course, the last few weeks by allegations of Sexual Misconduct and inappropriately touching women. He said, in his speech, that he was shocked by the allegations. I was upset by the allegations that all women deserve
Politics, Paul Wellstone told us, is about the improvement of peoples lives. I know that the work i have been able to do has improved peoples lives. I would do it all over again in a heart beat. For a decade, now, every time i would get tired or discouraged or frustrated, i would think about the people i was doing this for and would get me back up on my feet. I know the same will be true for everyone who decides to pursue a politics that is that he would decide to he said that this was the best experience of his career. And that he would fight on for the rights of all americans as a private citizen. I want to go to our nancy cordes. Chief Congressional Correspondent whos on capitol hill. Youve been following this since day one. Quite an emotional speech from the senator who up until a couple of weeks ago believed that he could still caponize job. Reporter right its a big keep his job. Reporter right, its a big blow to the Democratic Party at large. Democrats who though they believe thi
As israels capital. A potential deadly chemical ban for most uses in europe. Its still a common chemical used in paint thinners in the u. S. Plus we have a list of the safest cars for 2018. Do you have one . Find out why only 15 vehicles received the highest rating. But we begin this morning with todays eye opener, your world in 90 seconds. This fires such a monster, firefighters telling people it may be a matter of life and death. Southern california threatened by historic wildfires. Flames lighting up the sky, not a break in sight. Fierce winds ramping back up. That means very, very high fire danger. I never expected to see anything like this. I was expecting to see snow on that mountain and now the calling for senator al franken make an announcement about his future. We need to draw a line in the sand and say none of its okay. Around the world, leaders reaction to the president s move is intense. We are profoundly grateful for the president for his courageous decision. Theyre now sa
Lets get right to cbs reporter weijia jang who is live on capitol hill. This comes after more than half of frankens own party in the senate said enough is enough. Reporter kenny, there was an avalanche of calls for him to resign after more women came forward. During the speech today he didnt admit to any allegations and i said he knows in his heart he hasnt done anything as a senator to dishonor the institution. Senator al franken announced his resignation from the senate floor where he has served since2008. Even on the worst day of my political life, is i feel like its all been worth it. Reporter multiple women have come forward accusing senator franken of sexual misconduct. Radio news anchor Leann Tweeden claimed franken forcibly kissed her and placed his hands over her chest during a 2006 tour of the uso. He apologize and said he would take part in the investigation against him. Reporter some of the allegations against me are not true. Others i remember very differently. Reporter we
As israels capital. A potential deadly chemical ban for most uses in europe. Its still a common chemical used in paint thinners in the u. S. Plus we have a list of the safest cars for 2018. Do you have one . Find out why only 15 vehicles received the highest rating. But we begin this morning with todays eye opener, your world in 90 seconds. This fires such a monster, firefighters telling people it may be a matter of life and death. Southern california threatened by historic wildfires. Flames lighting up the sky, not a break in sight. Fierce winds ramping back up. That means very, very high fire danger. I never expected to see anything like this. I was expecting to see snow on that mountain and now the things on fire. Calling for senator al franken to resign. This morning he plains to make an announcement about his future. We need to draw a line in the sand and say none of its okay. Its time to officially around the world, leaders reaction to the president s move is intense. We are prof