Trump hosts U.N. lunch
The president dined with members of the U.N. Security Council, Ambassador Nikki Haley and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson a day before his State of the Union address.
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Russian aid to Syria
At a conference addressing the use of chemical weapons, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said that Russia has "betrayed" the U.N. through its aid to Syria, which he said facilitates Syria's chemical attacks.
North Korea latest
North and South Korea have reached a historic agreement ahead of the upcoming Winter Olympics and agreed to march together under a unified Korea flag at the games. This comes as Secretary of State Rex Tillerson warned the crisis over North Korea's nuclear weapons program is at a "tenuous stage." CBS News state department reporter Kylie Atwood talks to CBSN about the latest.
Senate hearing on Cuba attacks
It's been more than a year since mysterious illnesses have befallen American diplomats who were stationed in Havana. While Senators heard testimony on the attacks, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has opened a new probe to investigate what happened at the Embassy. CBS News Radio Correspondent Steve Dorsey joins CBSN to discuss these latest developments.
Tillerson defends Trump
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is defending President Trump's mental health, their working relationship, and the administration's foreign policy in a rare, wide-ranging interview.
W.H. blames North Korea
The White House blames North Korea for a worldwide "WannaCry" cyberattack earlier this year that cost billions of dollars. This comes as North Korea rejects Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's offer of talks. Margaret Brennan reports.
Tillerson & Jerusalem
A report from the New York Times says the White House has drafted a plan to force the resignation of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. Meanwhile, President Trump reportedly plans to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, which would break with the policies of past U.S. presidents and could cause unrest in the region. CBS News White House reporter Jacqueline Alemany joins CBSN with the latest details.
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Tillerson to be forced out?
President Trump may be ready to shake up his national security team. CBS News confirms top White House aides have signed off on a plan to remove Secretary of State Rex Tillerson. His most likely replacement is CIA Director Mike Pompeo. Chip Reid reports.
Washington wrap
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is defending his position amid reports the President is looking to replace him and ahead of a trip to Europe. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans are hoping to pass a tax plan by the end of the week. CBS News political contributor and Washington Post reporter Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss.
"The Takeout" examines North Korea's missile threat
CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris speak with "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson about Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's rumored departure paired with North Korea's latest missile threat.
Will Rex soon be ex?
In 10 months as America's chief diplomat, Rex Tillerson has found no world leader a greater challenge than the President of the United States. Relations between President Trump and the senior member of his Cabinet, the former CEO of Exxon Mobil, have been strained almost from the start. Now, CBS News has confirmed the White House has a plan to force Tillerson out. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump admin shake-up?
The White House is considering a plan to replace Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with CIA Director Mike Pompeo. Yahoo White House correspondent Hunter Walker joins CBSN with the latest on the potential shake-up and the other political news of the day.
Replacing Rex Tillerson?
CBS News has learned that the White House is considering a plan to replace Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with current CIA Director Mike Pompeo. State Department reporter Kylie Atwood joins CBSN to explain the looming shake-up.
Trump on Tillerson
President Trump responded to questions about Secretary of State Rex Tillerson amid reports that the White House plans to replace the secretary with CIA Director Mike Pompeo. Mr. Trump was asked about Tillerson during a meeting with Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa of Bahrain in the Oval Office at the White House. CBSN's Anne-Marie Green reports.
Tillerson dissent memo
Some State Department officials are accusing Secretary Rex Tillerson of violating a federal law by ignoring some countries' use of child soldiers. CBS News State Department reporter Kylie Atwood spoke with CBSN about the dissent memo filed against his decision.
Tillerson & child soldiers law
The State Department is defending Secretary of State Rex Tillerson after his own employees accused him of violating a law meant to stop the use of child soldiers. Tillerson left Afghanistan, Iraq and Burma off a list of countries using child soldiers, prompting State officials to take the unusual step of sending an unsigned dissent memo. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump & North Korea
President Trump called North Korea a "murderous regime" on Monday, as he put Pyongyang back on the list of state sponsors of terror. CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBSN to discuss why the administration is making this designation now.
Trump believes Putin
On his first Veterans Day in office, President Trump was in Hanoi, Vietnam, where he praised the country at a state dinner, saying it is "one of the greatest miracles of the word." However, Mr. Trump is making headlines around the world, saying he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin's denials of election meddling. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump in Asia
With U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson looking on, President Trump declined to say whether he still thought direct negotiations with North Korea were a waste of time, as he tweeted last month. Margaret Brennan reports from Seoul.
Ex-diplomat on Trump Asia trip
Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations and a former diplomat, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the high stakes of President Trump's 12-day trip to Asia, the impact of the tensions between Mr. Trump and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on diplomacy, and the most important issues Mr. Trump will face during the visit.
Trump-Tillerson dynamics
President Trump says he's not sure if Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will stay through his term in office. The president and his secretary of state have had a complicated relationship during the past nine months. Margaret Brennan reports.
Tillerson's trip
Secretary Rex Tillerson takes off for an international trip that will include stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Pakistan, India, and Switzerland. CBS News State Department reporter Kylie Atwood joins CBSN to discuss the issues on his agenda.
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President Trump questioned on fallen soldier phone call; Is Tillerson gearing up for a 'Rexit'?
Tillerson-Trump relationship
Rumors have swirled for months about whether Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will stay in his post. Jason Zengerle joins "Red & Blue" to discuss his interview with Tillerson for The New York Times Magazine. In his report, Zengerle asked him about Mr. Trump's tweets and their relationship.
Trump speaks on elections, alleging Chinese access to voter data
President Trump gave a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Universities get funding from foreign entities on U.S. watch lists, records show
The State Department is cracking down on universities accepting funding from foreign entities on U S. government watch lists.
Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term
Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.
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U.S. concludes another night of Iran strikes amid battle over Strait of Hormuz
Iran said it would attack "all infrastructure in the region" if President Trump follows through on his threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell is being investigated as a possible source for a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people.
Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in swath of U.S.
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week.
At least 2 dead in Central Texas flooding as torrential rain slams region
More than a foot of rain has fallen since Monday, triggering dangerous flash flooding in Central Texas.
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Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Blanche holds meeting with Epstein accusers after Tillis' request
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein following a demand to do so by a Republican senator whose support is crucial to advancing his nomination to lead the Justice Department.
Dozens of Marineland's whales coming to U.S. through rescue plan
Dozens of beluga whales are set to be relocated from the shuttered Canadian theme park to aquariums across the United States through an international emergency rescue effort, officials said.
Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term
Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.
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Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Airlines say permanent daylight saving time won't be simple
Adjusting to permanent daylight saving time would cause significant disruptions to schedules and operations, an airline trade group said.
Teleprompter operator made over $100K betting on Trump speeches
After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.
Nearly 736,000 Pillsbury rolls recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall includes cases of Pillsbury "Hard Roll Dough" and "Kaiser Roll Dough" bread rolls, which are marketed to businesses.
Foreclosures surged 21% in the first half of 2026, new data shows
The state with the biggest jump in foreclosure activity was Idaho, where filings increased 59% compared to the same time last year.
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Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Blanche holds meeting with Epstein accusers after Tillis' request
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein following a demand to do so by a Republican senator whose support is crucial to advancing his nomination to lead the Justice Department.
Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term
Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.
Trump speaks on elections, alleging Chinese access to voter data
President Trump gave a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.
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FDA approves new cholesterol pill
The FDA has approved a new daily cholesterol pill that works differently from popular statins and may deliver better results for some people. Dr. Corey Bradley, a cardiologist at Columbia University's Irving Medical Center, joins "CBS Evening News" to discuss.
FDA names likely cyclosporiasis source
The FDA has identified Taylor Farms as the likely source of lettuce contaminated with the parasite behind cyclosporiasis, as the outbreak grows. Mark Strassmann reports.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell is being investigated as a possible source for a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people.
Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone
Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.
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"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
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Dozens of Marineland's whales coming to U.S. through rescue plan
Dozens of beluga whales are set to be relocated from the shuttered Canadian theme park to aquariums across the United States through an international emergency rescue effort, officials said.
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Climate extremes fuel explosive wildfires in Canada and western U.S.
One climatologist said "a perfect storm" of climate extremes primed the western U.S. for one of its worst fire seasons in a decade. Meanwhile, Canadian wildfire smoke fills the air.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
From Balogun's red card to an upset run, some of the World Cup's biggest stories
Spain is looking to secure a World Cup victory for the first time in 16 years, and Argentina enters Sunday hoping to become back-to-back champions.
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From the archives: Pat Oliphant and the art of political cartoons
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Pat Oliphant, whose acidic drawings skewering political figures were syndicated in as many as 500 publications around the world, died on July 13, 2026 at age 90. In this April 16, 2000 "Sunday Morning" story, Oliphant talked with Morley Safer about caricature, censorship, and the influence of the first great political cartoonist, 19th century French master Honoré Daumier, whose grotesque drawings of King Louis Philippe led to a curtailment of press freedom in France in 1835.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
"Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill's cause of death revealed
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
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Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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.
Mississippi residents decry data center plant
Residents of Southaven, Mississippi, are sounding off about a data center plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area, likening the constant noise to being tortured.
Meta announces new safety features
Meta announced it is introducing new features to help protect teens using Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, including alerting a parent if their child discusses self-harm with one of its AI chatbots. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
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U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Woman speaks in support of Blanche at hearing
Antioch, Illinois, mother Jennifer Bos voiced her support for Todd Blanche at his confirmation hearing to become attorney general. Bos advocates for stricter immigration policy after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant.
Sons of man killed by ICE agent speak out
Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., the sons of the Mexican man who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about their father's death.
New details emerge in Nolan Wells case
Newly obtained GPS data from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources tracks the movements of the boat that Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was on before he went missing. Wells was found dead after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island with friends. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest on the investigation.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
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The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Trump speaks on elections | Special Report
President Trump on Thursday delivered a primetime address about election security where he railed against China. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Doctor on wildfire smoke health risks
Millions of Americans across the Northeast and Midwest were under air quality alerts this week as smoke from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires settled in. At the same time, some of those same areas saw severe heat. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Sen. Warner slams Trump's primetime speech
Sen. Mark Warner joins CBS News with his reaction to President Trump's primetime address on Thursday about U.S. election security.
Trump rails against China in primetime speech
President Trump addressed the U.S. in a primetime speech on Thursday night about election security, launching allegations against China. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Judge slams Trump, DOJ over IRS lawsuit
This week, a federal judge slammed President Trump, his lawyers, and the Justice Department over the president's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more details and analysis.