Mitch McConnell officially launches re-election campaign
McConnell's campaign released an ad highlighting his ties to President Trump and Supreme Court confirmations
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Trump on southern border: "I'm ready to close it"; Veterans bring history to life.
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Southern tornadoes kill at least 23; Tennessee pays tribute to fallen veteran.
Senate votes to change its own rules and slash debate time for some nominees
The resolution would have dramatically sped up the confirmation process for judicial and executive branch nominees
Dems mock Trump's vows to focus on health care
President Trump is standing by his pledge to brand Republicans the party of health care, but said he is delaying any new push for legislation until after the 2020 elections. The president said in a speech Tuesday the delay was his decision, but it came after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the Senate would not revisit health care before the elections. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump punts health care vote until after 2020 election
Trump said a vote would be held "right after the election when Republicans hold the Senate and win back the House"
McConnell warns of border shutdown impact
The debate over closing America's southern border is heating up, with some Republican leaders warning the president not to do it. Manuel Bojorquez is in El Paso, Texas, with the latest.
McConnell sets vote to shorten debate on judicial nominations
McConnell said he's making the move in response to "unprecedented obstruction" by Democrats on judicial nominations
McConnell schedules vote on Trump's national emergency
There are enough Republicans to pass a resolution disapproving of the president's emergency declaration
House passes sweeping anti-corruption and voting rights bill
H.R. 1 is a wide-ranging bill that takes on corruption, campaign finance, and voting rights
McConnell says Trump likely to veto to resolution to end national emergency
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer urged Republicans to vote to overrule the likely veto
McConnell: Trump likely to use veto
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell told reporters that he's had a "lot of spirited discussion" with the president on the issue of declaring a national emergency. He said Mr. Trump will most likely use his veto power to stop legislation that would block his order.
McCabe on what prompted Trump investigation
Andrew McCabe, the former acting director of the FBI, told NBC News that he launched a counterintelligence investigation into President Trump after information led him to belive the president might be a threat to U.S. national security. Gene Rossi, a former federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia, spoke to CBSN about what this means.
McCabe: McConnell knew of Trump investigation
Andrew McCabe, the former acting director of the FBI, told NBC News that he informed congressional leaders, including Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, about opening a counterintelligence investigation into President Trump. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid spoke to CBSN about the implications.
Senate passes bill to fund government, avert shutdown
The measure is also expected to pass in the House and signed into law by President Trump
Green New Deal to face Senate vote
As Congress negotiates a deal to keep the government from shutting down, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he'll bring the progressive Green New Deal resolution to a vote, angering the bill's sponsor. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain the controversy.
Trump "not happy" but expected to sign deal
President Trump is expected to sign a border security funding bill that will avert a second government shutdown. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains why the president might end up supporting the worst immigration offer he's received.
Senate rebukes Trump's planned military drawdowns
In a rare move, a majority of the Republican-led Senate rebuked the president's planned drawdowns in Afghanistan and Syria
McConnell hits “power grab” bill to make Election Day holiday
Mitch McConnell criticized a far-reaching voting reform bill proposed by House Democrats
Trump says Republicans "won" on failed Senate votes
Democratic bill to reopen government still received more votes than the Trump proposal in a Republican-controlled Senate
Partisan plans unlikely to end shutdown
Democrats and Republicans in Congress will vote on two separate bills to reopen government on Thursday, but neither piece of legislation is expected to pass. Meanwhile, the economic impact of the shutdown is growing. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains what's next in the negotiations and whether President Trump will deliver his State of the Union address as scheduled.
Senate to vote on 2 bills to end shutdown, neither expected to pass
Both proposals require 60 votes to advance in the Senate
House, Senate pursue different bills to end record shutdown
Neither path being pursued by the House and the Senate are likely to end the partial government shutdown that is in its fifth week, the longest in U.S. history
Democrats reject plan to end gov't shutdown
As the government shutdown continued Monday on its 31st day, President Trump was hoping his latest proposal could end it. However, it was not well received by Democrats and even some conservatives. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Associated Press White House reporter Jill Colvin join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
McConnell takes back seat in shutdown negotiations
The Senate majority leader is deferring to President Trump, as the longest shutdown on record drags on
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Iran, Israel voice caveats on deal ahead of expected signing ceremony
Senior U.S. officials say President Trump and Iran's top negotiator have already remotely signed a memo of understanding ahead of an expected signing ceremony.
Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base
Emergency crews responded to the scene, with the situation "ongoing," according to Edwards Air Force Base.
Second Dan Sullivan ineligible for ballot in Alaska Senate race, official rules
An election official ruled a candidate with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan was involved in a "determined effort and a deliberate attempt" to confuse Alaska voters.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of a the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Supreme Court won't take up 98-year-old judge's bid to hear cases again
Judge Pauline Newman, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, has been suspended from hearing cases because of concerns about her fitness to serve.
Referee denied entry into U.S. was talking to "very bad people," official says
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
Explore Trump's 3,600 stock trades from the first 3 months of 2026
View the companies and sectors the president's investment accounts bought and sold.
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Second Dan Sullivan ineligible for ballot in Alaska Senate race, official rules
An election official ruled a candidate with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan was involved in a "determined effort and a deliberate attempt" to confuse Alaska voters.
B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base
Emergency crews responded to the scene, with the situation "ongoing," according to Edwards Air Force Base.
Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Why a cosmetics empire co-founder became a Catholic priest
Scott Vincent Borba was an accomplished business leader, making millions after he co-founded e.l.f. Cosmetics. Then he left everything behind to become a Catholic priest.
Skydivers on plane that crashed "didn't have time to jump," witness says
Eleven skydivers and the pilot were killed in a plane crash in Missouri shortly after takeoff on Sunday.
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
Oil prices sink, stocks soar after Trump announces deal with Iran
Markets rally on expectations that the agreement will ease global energy supply concerns, though analysts warn gas prices may remain elevated for some time.
Fox to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal
Fox said it will buy Roku for $160 per share in a cash-and-stock deal that it expects to complete in the first half of 2027.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
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Second Dan Sullivan ineligible for ballot in Alaska Senate race, official rules
An election official ruled a candidate with the same name as Sen. Dan Sullivan was involved in a "determined effort and a deliberate attempt" to confuse Alaska voters.
Newsom says Justice Department is investigating him and his wife
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat, said the Justice Department is investigating he and his wife, Jennifer.
Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Supreme Court rejects Carter Page's effort to revive suit over FBI surveillance
The Trump administration and Carter Page reached a $1.25 million settlement only of his claims against the federal government in April.
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They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
In Japan, life lessons in healthy eating
In the U.S. the percentage of obese adults is about ten times what it is in Japan. What differentiates the Japanese diet, and how are schools making it their mission to give Japanese children a taste of a healthy life?
Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
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Russian priest known as Putin's "confessor" hit by EU sanctions
Last year, Russia's FSB security service said it thwarted a Ukrainian-ordered plot to kill the priest.
"Spider-Man" climber dies in 400-foot fall into volcanic crater
A free climber dubbed the "Spider-Man of Yemen" died after falling almost 400 feet into a volcanic crater.
U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison.
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Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
America's Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert
America's Block Party will celebrate the nation's 250th birthday this Fourth of July with a benefit concert in Los Angeles and events in local communities around the country.
Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
Soccer art made from gum wrappers
Artist Lyndon J. Barrois Sr. painstakingly sculpts art depicting soccer players. His medium of choice? The humble chewing gum wrapper. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with Barrois about his Los Angeles exhibit, "Fútbol Is Life: Animated Sportraits," which captures iconic moments from nearly 100 years of the World Cup in tiny pieces of paper and foil.
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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
Man caught with 150 live venomous scorpions at airport
Police released an image of the venomous scorpions, which appear to be individually wrapped in plastic.
Woman dies after being thrown from bridge without safety cord
In videos of the accident circulating online, two men launch the woman off Skeleton Bridge, while onlookers realize there is no safety mechanism attached.
How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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NTSB investigating skydiving plane crash
A plane crash near Kansas City, Missouri, killed 11 skydivers and their pilot on Sunday. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak reports.
Newsom says DOJ investigating him and his wife
California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom said on Monday the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife. Newsom accused President Trump of using the DOJ to target him because of his political ambitions.
B-52 jet crashes at Edwards Air Force Base
An Air Force B-52 crashed shortly after takeoff at California's Edwards Air Force Base on Monday, the base said. Emergency crews are responding.
Inside the Knicks' first NBA title since '73
The New York Knicks broke the record for highest point differential in playoff history during their run to the 2026 NBA Championship. Mike Vorkunov, national NBA and basketball business reporter for The Athletic, joins CBS News to discuss this team's place in NBA history.
Iran deal latest as Israel, Hezbollah fight
Israel's proxy war with Hezbollah in Lebanon continues while the U.S. looks to close a deal with Iran. While President Trump has said little about the exact terms of the U.S.-Iran deal, Iran says the deal would end hostilities on all fronts, including in Lebanon. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.