Trump vs. GOP
President Trump's rift with Republican leaders in Congress grows as he takes aim at Mitch McConnell and Paul Ryan over the debt ceiling. McClatchy newspapers White House correspondent Franco Ordonez joins CBSN to discuss.
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President Trump defended his "fire and fury" warning to North Korea on Thursday, saying that perhaps the threat "wasn't tough enough"; the owners of Slim and Husky's are trying to set an example by finding success in North Nashville, Tennessee.
Trump keeps at McConnell
During President Trump's working vacation in Bedminster, New Jersey, North Korea wasn't the only target of his tough talk on Thursday. He also took aim at a powerful member of his own party. CBS News' chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
McConnell: GOP won't back Biden plans
President Biden is continuing his push for his jobs and families proposals as more signs emerge it's likely a road Democrats will have to walk alone. Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott and Boston Globe Washington bureau chief Liz Goodwin join CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss where the plans head next if Senate Republicans aren't getting on board.
Medicaid cuts
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's home state of Kentucky is expected to be hard hit by proposed cuts in Medicaid funding. After Obamacare was enacted, Medicaid expansion led to a sharp drop in the number of uninsured in the state. Omar Villafranca reports.
GOP health care bill
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is hoping to get changes to the Republicans' health care bill written by Friday, CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. She spoke to CBSN about what changes might be coming before senators leave Washington for the July Fourth recess.
McConnell delays vote
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky), flanked by Senators John Thune (R-South Dakota) and John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), announced Tuesday that the Senate would delay voting on a proposed health care bill. McConnell had wanted to have the vote prior to the July 4th recess. See their full remarks.
Protesters stage "die-in"
After the release of the Senate's health care bill draft, protesters, many disabled, staged a "die-in" outside of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's office.
Comey firing fallout
Senate Democrats accused President Trump of courting a constitutional crisis when he fired James Comey, and they argue that the only solution is to bring in an independent special prosecutor. However, Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell said that would impede the Russia investigations that are already underway. Nancy Cordes has more.
Mitch McConnell tattoos
Why some women are turning this Mitch McConnell quote into an inspirational tattoo.
Trump ends delay and signs COVID relief bill
President Trump signed a bipartisan $900 billion COVID-19 economic relief package Sunday, ending a days-long standoff with Congress. The bill also includes $1.4 trillion in funding to avoid a government shutdown. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Trump vs. GOP analysis
President Trump defended Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, prompting Republican lawmakers such as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to publicly disagree with the president. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris discusses the obstacles the Republican party faces under Mr. Trump.
GOP & Trump
Republican leaders Paul Ryan and Mitch McConnell said they are on the "same page" as the Trump administration when it comes to health care and tax cuts. The Washington Post's Philip Rucker breaks down the Republican Party's relationship with President Trump.
Young scientist
Two years ago, Olivia McConnell was leading a campaign for the woolly mammoth to be recognized as the South Carolina state fossil. Chip Reid caught up with the young scientist, now 11, and found she has overcome quite a lot in her pursuit, and has even larger goals now in her sights.
McConnell on Russia
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he supports a congressional investigation into Russia's potential influence on the 2016 election after an intelligence finding that they hacked the DNC. Watch his remarks.
GOP vs. Obamacare
Donald Trump met with GOP leaders Mitch McConnell and Paul Ryan on Capitol Hill Thursday, and presented a united front on plans to dismantle Obamacare. However, they still haven't said what they'll replace it with. CBS News' Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with more.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has his critics on both sides of the aisle, but he's managed to perfect his long game in politics. The Republican from Kentucky discusses his memoir, "The Long Game,"
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has his critics on both sides of the aisle, but he's managed to perfect his long game in politics. The Republican from Kentucky discusses his memoir, "The Long Game," and shares his thoughts on President Obama; the presumptive GOP presidential nominee, Donald Trump; and what the future holds for America if Trump is elected. Jan Crawford reports.
The Senate Majority Leader talks to correspondent Jan Crawford about whether the presumptive GOP nominee's divisiveness gives him pause
In this preview of an interview to air on "Sunday Morning," the Senate Majority Leader talks to correspondent Jan Crawford about Donald Trump, and whether the presumptive GOP presidential nominee's divisiveness among voters (including many Republicans) gives him pause.
Bob Schieffer, CBS News contributor, former chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face the Nation," joins “CBS This Morning”
Bob Schieffer, CBS News contributor, former chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face the Nation," joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss Donald Trump's momentum, John Kasich's Ohio win and potential showdown in the general elections.
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The same storm system that produced fatal tornadoes in the southern states Tuesday is wreaking havoc along the Eastern seaboard; A jury in St. Louis awarded $72 million to the family of a woman who claimed talcum powder caused her ovarian cancer.
President Obama is taking the dare -- or is it the bait?
President Obama is taking the dare -- or is it the bait? He's moving ahead to nominate a new Supreme Court justice despite a pledge by Senate Republicans to deny the nominee a hearing or vote. Jan Crawford reports.
Trump optimistic on GOP's future
Former President Trump said at the Republican National Committee's donor retreat over the weekend that he's optimistic Republicans will retake Congress in 2022 and reclaim the White House in 2024 and reiterated falsehoods about voter fraud in 2020. A new report from the Center for Election Innovation and Research, first obtained by CBS News, finds that more than 70% of states offer all voters access to a mail-in ballot and early voting. CBS News political reporter Adam Brewster joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, touts the chamber's legislative wins, saying that the Senate has been restored to "high purpose"
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, touts the chamber's legislative wins, saying that the Senate has been restored to "high purpose"
McConnell warns business leaders off "stupid" political speech
Stand down, top GOP Senator suggests, after Coke, Delta, MLB and other corporate giants speak out against Georgia's new voting law.
In a rare Sunday session, Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, was among senior Republicans who criticized Sen. Ted Cruz-Texas for accusing Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of lying
In a rare Sunday session, Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, was among senior Republicans who criticized Sen. Ted Cruz-Texas for accusing Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of lying.
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2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
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Patrick Clancy's wife: "I don't understand how the story's been so twisted"
Ross Douthat's interview with Patrick Clancy and his wife, Dr. Rachel Danis, airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
FAA says Trump arch will not interfere with D.C. airport flight path
The Federal Aviation Administration approved President Trump's plans for a triumphal arch across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C.
DOJ says ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional
The Justice Department released a new legal opinion that concludes a federal law prohibiting firearms dealers from selling handguns to people between the ages of 18 and 20 is unconstitutional.
Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Pentagon releases UFO files with documents on secretive military program
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
More missing women linked to "house of horrors" in Philadelphia. Here's what we know.
Inside the home, owned by Eugene Horsch and connected to his father, R.C. Horsch, authorities have found a trove of digital images, a so-called laboratory of chemicals and a small marijuana grow operation.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 20)
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Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
Increased ICE enforcement in 2025 hurt local employment, analysis finds
Employment fell last year in U.S. cities where ICE arrests surged, according to the Brookings Institution.
AI security experts say they used Claude to hack ChatGPT
Cybersecurity researchers said they were able to use Anthropic's Claude AI platfom to penetrate ChatGPT in "less than 72 hours."
195,000 heated blankets recalled after dozens of burn injuries
The manufacturer has received hundreds of reports of blankets "smoking, melting or burning" due to overheating, according to a recall notice.
Warren Buffett stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett is stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, he announced in a letter to shareholders Friday.
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RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
Book excerpt: "Go and Do Likewise" by Andy Beshear
The Democratic Governor of Kentucky writes about how the language of faith, which he believes has been co-opted by some politicians, can be used to bridge the nation's partisan divide.
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Feds plan to transfer hundreds of pre-trial detainees in private prison dispute
The U.S. Marshals Service is preparing to transfer some Georgia detainees to another private facility 200 miles away.
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
DOJ says ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional
The Justice Department released a new legal opinion that concludes a federal law prohibiting firearms dealers from selling handguns to people between the ages of 18 and 20 is unconstitutional.
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Twins conjoined at the head are separated in 25-hour surgery
The twins were born in Ethiopia with a rare condition that left them joined at the head. Doctors spent a year planning a separation surgery.
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Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
Conjoined twins separated in Ethiopia
Two-year-old conjoined twin sisters saw each other face-to-face for the first time after a successful 24-hour surgery to separate them. Ian Lee reports from the children's hospital in St. Louis, where it happened.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Trump touts plan for new U.S. base as Poland warns of risks from Russia
Trump touts "major progress" on plans for a permanent U.S. Army base in Poland as the country's leader warns Russia's war on Ukraine could hit NATO soil.
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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles sounded "elated" after she died
Princess Diana's brother claims in his book that then-Prince Charles "sounded giddily elated" right after his ex-wife died in a Paris car crash.
German leader under huge pressure as the far-right AfD gains steam
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is facing a "crisis of authority and leadership" as immigration concerns fuel a far-right rise.
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2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
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Duncan Sheik, singer-songwriter of "Barely Breathing," dies at 56
Duncan Sheik died on Thursday night, his family said.
Princess Diana's brother makes new claims
The brother of the late Princess Diana claims in his upcoming book that then Prince Charles seemed "upbeat" right after his ex-wife died in a Paris car crash in 1997. When asked about these allegations, Buckingham Palace referred to a statement it released earlier this week saying that the king "is mindful that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason, affect judgement and colour memory, even many years after such a loss." Watch more of Charles Spencer's conversation with Mark Phillips on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Diana's brother on Charles' reaction to death
Princess Diana's brother, Earl Charles Spencer, makes stunning allegations in a new memoir against then-Prince Charles, now King Charles III, and his reaction to Diana's death. Holly Williams reports.
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Porsha Williams reveals health emergency: "It all happened so fast"
Porsha Williams revealed to "CBS Mornings" co-anchor Gayle King that she had to undergo an emergency partial hysterectomy this year after doctors discovered 21 uterine fibroids
From the archives: Bob Mackie on being dressmaker to the stars
Nine-time Emmy-winning costume designer Bob Mackie, who clothed such musical and comedic talents as Cher, Carol Burnett, Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli, died on Sept. 14, 2026 at age 87. In this Sept. 21, 2003 "Sunday Morning" profile, Mackie talked with correspondent Rita Braver about how a star-struck kid growing up outside Hollywood became a dressmaker to the stars, and what fascinates him about divas. He also talked about the tragic death of his son, Robin, from AIDS.
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How to book cheaper flights with AI
Travel costs are up as fuel prices soar. The Points Guys managing editor Clint Henderson shares his cost saving tips.
Director addresses AI fears in new film
Expert whistleblowers and frontier tech CEOs are calling for government oversight and boundaries for artificial intelligence development after a series of incidents where AI agents went rogue. Director Daniel Roher explains how conversations around AI motivated him to make "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Use of AI backfires on an expert witness at trial: "They have biases"
The use of artificial intelligence in the courtroom is drawing fresh attention after an expert witness in a multimillion-dollar lawsuit used ChatGPT to help create his report.
Analyzing the fight over AI regulations
Patrick McGee, a contributing writer for The Free Press, says AI firms "are not jogging...they're still sprinting" despite agreeing to pace the frontier. Here's the latest.
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New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
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Police capture suspected serial killer disguised as woman, carrying baby
Brazilian police said they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer who was arrested as he attempted to escape dressed as a woman and carrying a baby.
Grandmother sues Fargo, ND, over facial tech
A Tennessee grandmother is suing the city of Fargo, North Dakota, after facial recognition software linked her to a crime she didn't commit, which led to a nearly six-month stay in jail. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
Uber must pay $40 million in wrongful death suit
A woman was hit and killed after an Uber driver forced her and her friend out of his car on a freeway. Now, Uber has been ordered to pay $40 million after the victim's family brought forth a wrongful death suit. CBS News' Lauren Pozen reports.
Holdout juror in Lindsay Clancy trial speaks
The lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial has released a statement explaining his vote and offering his account of the jury's deliberations.
Facing 10 years in prison, ex-budget official flees U.S. by boat and plane
Kosta Diamantis is now a fugitive in Greece after fleeing the U.S. by boat and plane ahead of his sentencing for corruption, his lawyer and prosecutors said.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Jensen Huang says he agrees with Trump on AI
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells CBS News' Jo Ling Kent he completely disagrees with the idea that AI will end up destroying the world by the end of the decade, saying there's a "0% chance" of that happening. Watch more from Kent's exclusive interview with Huang on "CBS Sunday Morning" September 20.
Major Garrett: Trump press ban signals weakness
President Trump lashed out at reporters who cover his administration on Friday, saying he would ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. Major Garrett shares his thoughts on the ban and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump: CNN, MS NOW and Politico banned from White House
President Trump took questions from reporters on Friday after he said he was banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand and legal contributor Jessica Levinson have more.
Sources: Trump orders DOJ not to appeal gun ruling
President Trump has ordered the Justice Department not to appeal a court ruling that loosened restrictions on firearms known as "gangster weapons." CBS News' Sarah Lynch reports.
Midterm early voting begins in some states
Early in-person voting has begun in Virginia, Minnesota and South Dakota for this year's midterm elections. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle reports.