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Atlas V rocket launches with secret payload
A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifted off from Florida's Cape Canaveral on Tuesday, carrying a secret payload for the U.S. Space Force into orbit for a national security mission. The launch also marked the 100th national security mission carried out by ULA. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins with more.