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May 24, 2013 | 10:10 AM PDT
Bob Schieffer on Obama's counterterrorism speech: You can't just declare war on terror over
Chief Washington correspondent, host of "Face the Nation" says president's "realignment" speech stirring up controversy, has potential to be misread
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Play CBS Video May 24, 2013 | 5:06 AM PDT
IRS scandal: Official Lois Lerner placed on leave, replaced
Lois Lerner, the head of the tax-exempt organizations division is placed on leave after scandal. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, says she was asked to resign, but refused. Ken Corbin has been named to take over her department. Gayle King reports.
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Play CBS Video May 23, 2013 | 4:51 AM PDT
IRS top official: "I have not" done something wrong
Lois Lerner, head of the tax-exempt organizations division of the IRS, drew sharp criticism from Republican lawmakers after she invoked her Fifth Amendment right in a House hearing -- after she briefly testified on her own behalf. Norah O'Donnell reports.
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Play CBS Video May 23, 2013 | 8:21 AM PDT
Obama to open up on drones in crucial speech
In a wide-ranging national security speech, the president will address controversial drone strikes and transparency around their use. Major Garrett reports.
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Play CBS Video May 22, 2013 | 5:48 AM PDT
Coburn on disaster federal aid: "We'll take the help...prudently"
Sen. Tom Coburn, R-Okla., talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about the tornado disaster in his state and how he thinks the federal government should help.
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Play CBS Video May 22, 2013 | 5:35 AM PDT
Anthony Weiner: I'm running for New York City mayor
In an online video, ex-congressman Anthony Weiner says he's going to run for NYC mayor. Weiner resigned from Congress after admitting he sent lewd pictures of himself to several women via Twitter. Jim Axelrod reports on Weiner's decision.
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Play CBS Video May 21, 2013 | 7:58 AM PDT
Obama to tornado survivors: The country stands beside you
President Obama addressed the nation about the destructive tornado that struck Oklahoma and promised federal aid to help them rebuild their lives.
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Play CBS Video May 21, 2013 | 5:14 AM PDT
Oklahoma gov: "Incredible" if anybody survives in collapsed buildings
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin discusses search and rescue efforts in the wake of the devastating tornado in Moore, Okla.
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Play CBS Video May 21, 2013 | 9:17 AM PDT
President Obama declares Okla. a major disaster
President Obama has declared a major disaster in Oklahoma, and is now sending federal help to the area devastated by a tornado. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports on the disaster response.
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Play CBS Video May 20, 2013 | 6:33 AM PDT
AP CEO: Sources fear gov't. monitoring
Gary Pruitt, CEO and president of the Associated Press, told "Face the Nation" that Justice Department investigators have gone too far and President Obama should step in and control them. Gayle King reports.
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Play CBS Video May 20, 2013 | 6:31 AM PDT
White House on GOP charges: We've seen this playbook before
Senior White House adviser Dan Pfeiffer pushed back against Republicans' claims of a coverup in the IRS scandal. Charlie Rose reports.
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Play CBS Video May 20, 2013 | 6:29 AM PDT
Obama urges Morehouse grads to be better men
President Obama gave the commencement address at the historically black Morehouse College in Atlanta.
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Play CBS Video May 20, 2013 | 4:45 AM PDT
Dickerson on IRS scandal: What drove IRS managers?
CBS News political director John Dickerson discusses what to expect in this week's round of hearings concerning the IRS scandal and how the White House is responding to Republican critics.
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Play CBS Video May 17, 2013 | 7:40 AM PDT
Pres. asks Marines to break military umbrella rule
Two Marines held umbrellas for President Obama and the Turkish Prime Minister, during a news conference in the rain. Umbrella-holding is against Marine regulations, because it makes it harder to salute.
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May 17, 2013 | 6:26 AM PDT
White House on the defensive: Can Obama administration move beyond scandals?
Major Garrett discusses president's response to recent scandals concerning the IRS, the AP and Benghazi, as well as potential fallout down the line
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May 17, 2013 | 5:28 AM PDT
Obama, military call for swift reform, after third military sex assault prevention chief faces misbehavior charges
President Obama, along with military leaders and members of Congress, are calling for prioritized and comprehensive reform of the handling of sex assault cases across U.S. military branches
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Play CBS Video May 17, 2013 | 9:59 AM PDT
IRS scandal: Republicans seek to tie Obama to agency's woes
The president insists he learned of the investigation into allegations the agency had been targeting conservative groups along with everyone else, but conservative leaders are now questioning how high up the chain the scandal goes. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
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Play CBS Video May 17, 2013 | 8:18 AM PDT
Crisis mode for the White House: Is it too late?
CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett discusses the White House's response to the fast-moving scandals and the impact of that response on the presidency.
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May 16, 2013 | 6:38 AM PDT
Schieffer: "Is anybody home" in Washington?
"Face the Nation" moderator discusses criticism aimed at Obama administration in wake of AP, IRS, Benghazi scandals
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Play CBS Video May 16, 2013 | 5:39 AM PDT
Gillibrand on Fort Hood sex assault: "Disgraceful and outrageous"
Sen. Kristen Gillibrand, D-N.Y., is introducing a bill that would make historic changes to the way sexual assaults are prosecuted by the military. Gillibrand discusses the bill with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
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May 16, 2013 | 5:10 AM PDT
Schieffer: "Is anybody home" in Washington?
CBS News chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face the Nation," Bob Schieffer, discusses the White House's response to the IRS, Benghazi, and Associated Press scandals.
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Play CBS Video May 16, 2013 | 5:11 AM PDT
White House releases 100 pages of Benghazi emails
In response to critics, the White House has released 100 pages of emails and notes relating to the attack in Benghazi, Libya, in which U.S. ambassador Chris Stevens and three other Americans were killed. CBS News' Bill Plante reports.
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Play CBS Video May 16, 2013 | 8:15 AM PDT
IRS scandal: Agency's acting commissioner ousted
Steven Miller, a 25-year veteran of the agency, has been fired as scandal rocks the Internal Revenue Service. Also, CBS News has learned, two agency employees in Cincinnati have been disciplined. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports.
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Play CBS Video May 15, 2013 | 7:58 AM PDT
Jay Carney grilled over AP investigation
White House spokesman Jay Carney had to answer a string of tough questions about the Justice Department's investigation of the Associated Press. Norah O'Donnell reports.
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Play CBS Video May 15, 2013 | 5:58 AM PDT
Rumsfeld talks Mideast mission creep, leadership
Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, who served four Republican presidents, speaks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about his new book, "Rumsfeld's Rules: Leadership Lessons in Business, Politics, War, and Life" and the current "crisis mode" in Washington.
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