Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation"
Cotton, a strong supporter of the Trump administration, helped us dive into the political dynamics of the GOP amid the push for tax reform and the Roy Moore controversy
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Sen. Cotton on tax bill
Senator Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, joins "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson to discuss the Senate's tax reform bill and recent allegations of sexual harassment.
Sunday: Mulvaney, Cotton, Speier
Tune into “Face the Nation” this Sunday for the latest news on tax reform, Congress’ handling of sexual harassment allegations and much more
Will President Trump end the Iran deal?
Trump is expected to announce that he will "decertify" the Iran nuclear agreement soon
Transcript: Sen. Tom Cotton on "Face the Nation"
Sen. Tom Cotton joined "Face the Nation" to discuss some of the national security issues facing the country
Cornyn calls Trump "an ally" in tackling illegal immigration
"We just happen to have, thank goodness, a president who believes that border security is important, and so we view him as an ally in this effort"
AP FACT CHECK: Trump immigration pitch on shaky ground
Some of Trump's statements on his administration's new immigration policy don't add up
Trump endorses bill aimed at changing immigration policy
Trump endorsed a bill introduced by Sens. Tom Cotton and David Perdue that aims to reduce the number of immigrants entering the United States by establishing a "points-based" immigration system
Tom Cotton says Senate is making progress on Russia investigation
The Arkansas senator said that the probe on Russian interference predates the presidential election
Sen. Tom Cotton says House moved too fast on health care efforts
“To release a bill that was written in secret and then expect to pass it in 18 days I just don’t think was feasible,” Cotton said on “Face the Nation”
Key GOP senator knocks three-phase Republican health-care plan
"If we had Democratic support we wouldn’t need phase two and phase three,” Cotton told conservative radio host Laura Ingraham
Senator discusses the angry constituents he faced at a town hall
Cotton held a town hall in a 2,200-person venue in Arkansas this week as Congress is on a week-long recess
Sen. Cotton on town hall fury
Many members of Congress are facing heated questions from constituents at town hall meetings in their districts. More than 2,000 people showed up for Arkansas Republican Sen. Tom Cotton's meeting this week. Cotton joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the "strong passions" he witnessed, Trump's foreign policy and whether the media is the "enemy of the American people," as the president said on Twitter.
Sen. Cotton calls $400M Iran payment "deeply unwise"
The Arkansas senator tells "Face the Nation" that the U.S. "will be safer and stronger" if GOP nominee Donald Trump is elected in November
Sunday: Jeff Flake, Tom Cotton, and new 2016 polls
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Cotton talks Trump veepstakes, rips Clinton over emails
The GOP senator said he is "not being vetted" to be Trump's running mate
Sen. Cotton on FBI recommendation on Clinton, Trump's VP search
Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas, who sits on the Senate Intelligence Committee, is one of the Republicans who has called for a criminal prosecution of Hillary Clinton over her use of a private email server. His name has also been mentioned as a potential running mate for Donald Trump. Sen. Cotton joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the controversy.
Donald Trump tweets on possible VP picks
The GOP pol had praise Monday for three fellow Republicans, raising questions about whether they're being vetted as potential running mates
Veepstakes: Who will be Trump and Clinton's running mates?
Get ready for this summer's political blockbuster -- the vetting and picking of vice presidential nominees
GOP senator blasts Obama for downplaying terrorism fears
"President Obama wants us to chill out" after terror attacks, Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton said
Sen. Cotton: Iran nuclear deal will be dangerous for U.S.
The Arkansas Republican -- best known for his infamous letter to Iran -- says the U.S. should have walked away from talks a long ago
Senate prepares to advance bill on Iran nuclear deal
Some Republicans are pushing to demand more of Iran, but the time for debate may be over
The freshman Arkansas senator is standing firmly behind the controversial letter he authored to Iranian leaders regarding ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States that Secretary of State John Kerry criticized
The freshman Arkansas senator is standing firmly behind the controversial letter he authored to Iranian leaders regarding ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States that Secretary of State John Kerry criticized. He defended the move on "Face The Nation." Mark Albert reports.
Cotton: "No regrets at all" over GOP letter to Iran
Freshman Arkansas senator says it was "important we communicated this message straight to Iran" and dismisses notion it was propaganda
Kerry: Last chance for Iran nuclear deal
In an interview with CBS News, secretary of state blasts GOP letter to Iran as "unconstitutional, un-thought-out action"
Mexico getting its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum
Sheinbaum, a climate scientist and former Mexico City mayor, ran on continuing the course set over the last six years by her political mentor, the country's outgoing president.
Hunter Biden's federal gun trial to begin today
Hunter Biden faces three felony charges related to his purchase and possession of a gun while he was a drug user.
Views of Trump trial unchanged following verdict — CBS News poll
Half the country says Trump is not fit to be president; Republicans call the trial unfair, according to CBS News poll.
Ohio mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 24 wounded, police say
An early morning shooting in Akron, Ohio killed one person and injured two dozen people, some critically, police said.
South Korea fully suspending military pact with North over trash balloons
South Korea says it's fully suspending a 2018 tension-reducing military deal with North Korea in the wake of Pyongyang sending hundreds of trash-filled balloons across the border.
Wisconsin fake elector on why he signed phony electoral document for Trump
Andrew Hitt, who signed a phony electoral certificate for former President Trump in 2020, tells 60 Minutes that he and other Wisconsin Republican electors were tricked.
Trump joins TikTok after reversal on app he tried to ban as president
While in office, Trump took issue with the social media app being controlled by a China-based parent company, trying unsuccessfully to ban the app in the U.S. with an executive order.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announces pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democrat who represents Texas' 18th Congressional District, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Murder charges dropped against trooper who shot Black motorist to death
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has filed a notice of dismissal of charges against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the shooting death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II.
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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announces pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democrat who represents Texas' 18th Congressional District, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Simone Biles wins 9th U.S. Championships title ahead of Olympic trials
Gymnastics superstar Simone Biles won her ninth national title ahead of the Olympic trials later this month in Minneapolis.
Arizona tribe temporarily bans dances after police officer shot dead
The Gila River Indian Community issued a temporary ban on dances after a police officer was fatally shot and another wounded while responding to a reported disturbance.
Rupert Murdoch marries for 5th time in ceremony at California vineyard
Media magnate Rupert Murdoch, who is 93, married Elena Zhukova on Saturday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," June 2, 2024
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum join Margaret Brennan.
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Rupert Murdoch marries for 5th time in ceremony at California vineyard
Media magnate Rupert Murdoch, who is 93, married Elena Zhukova on Saturday.
Romance Writers of America falls into bankruptcy amid allegations of racism
Authors complained for years that the organization was predominantly White — causing membership to plummet.
Costco vows not to hike the price of its $1.50 hot dog combo
Costco hasn't raised the cost of its popular hot dog and soda combo in nearly 40 years, and it's not about to now, a senior exec says.
Millions of Americans are losing access to low-cost internet service
FCC calls on Congress for funding to restart program that helped low-income households get high-speed internet service.
Google admits its AI Overviews can generate "some odd, inaccurate" results
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
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Senate Democrats to unveil package to protect IVF as party makes reproductive rights push
The package comes as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has outlined plans for the chamber to put reproductive rights "front and center" this month.
Hunter Biden's federal gun trial to begin today
Hunter Biden faces three felony charges related to his purchase and possession of a gun while he was a drug user.
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee announces pancreatic cancer diagnosis
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democrat who represents Texas' 18th Congressional District, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," June 2, 2024
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation," June 2, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with former commander of U.S. forces in the Middle East, retired General Frank McKenzie, on "Face the Nation" that aired on June 2, 2024.
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Ozempic craze can trigger complicated feelings for those who wished for "magic fix"
Even if someone has gone through a healing process with body image or their relationship with food, these challenges can "last a lifetime," a licensed mental health counselor tells CBS News.
About 1 in 3 Americans have lost someone to a drug overdose, new study finds
Almost one in five survey responders had lost a family member or close friend to a drug overdose, researchers found.
U.S. to make millions of bird flu vaccine doses this summer
The U.S. has ordered 4.8 million doses of vaccine to target bird flu in case the outbreak spreads in people.
The FDA is weighing approval of MDMA for PTSD. Here's what patients could see.
Details of the FDA's proposal were published Friday ahead of a meeting next week.
Mediterranean diet associated with 23% reduction in mortality, study finds
The Mediterranean diet has long been regarded as a heart-healthy option, but a new study has found the diet may help reduce risk of death.
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Michael Doulas visits Israel to show solidarity as war in Gaza continues
Actor Michael Douglas paid a solidarity visit to an Israeli kibbutz that was hit hard in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that sparked Israel's war against the Islamic militant group.
Mexico getting its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum
Mexico's projected presidential winner, Claudia Sheinbaum, will become the first woman president in the country's 200-year history.
South Korea fully suspending military pact with North over trash balloons
South Korea says it's fully suspending a 2018 tension-reducing military deal with North Korea in the wake of Pyongyang sending hundreds of trash-filled balloons across the border.
Taylor Momsen bit by a bat while performing in Spain
Taylor Momsen, whose band The Pretty Reckless are opening for AC/DC, was performing in Spain when she was bit by a bat.
Mexico appears on verge of getting its first female president
Climate scientist and former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum held an irreversible lead Sunday in the race that would make her Mexico's first female president, according to an official quick count.
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Taylor Momsen bit by a bat while performing in Spain
Taylor Momsen, whose band The Pretty Reckless are opening for AC/DC, was performing in Spain when she was bit by a bat.
Cyndi Lauper: Showing her true colors
Cyndi Lauper was a pop music dynamo and MTV-favorite singer who later won a Tony Award for her songs for the stage musical "Kinky Boots." But she wanted more than to just have fun. The subject of a new documentary on Paramount+ called "Let the Canary Sing," Lauper talks with correspondent Anthony Mason about how music made her tumultuous home life better; how she had to be convinced about her breakout record, "Girls Just Want to Have Fun"; and about criticism from producer Quincy Jones that she was a "troublemaker."
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including NBA Hall of Famer and sportscaster Bill Walton.
How James Patterson completed Michael Crichton's "Eruption"
When the "Jurassic Park" writer died in 2008, he left behind an unfinished novel about a volcanic eruption that imperils all life on Earth. Enter bestselling author James Patterson, tasked with completing Crichton's thriller.
James Patterson on completing Michael Crichton's "Eruption"
Writer Michael Crichton, whose blockbuster novels, films and TV series included "Jurassic Park" and "ER," died in 2008, leaving behind an unfinished thriller about a volcanic eruption that imperils all life on Earth. Bestselling author James Patterson was tasked with completing Crichton's book, and now, 16 years later, "Eruption" is finally being unleashed in bookstores. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Patterson, and with Michael's widow, Sherri Alexander Crichton, about bringing back the voice of a master storyteller.
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Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed yet again
What was to be the maiden launch of the Boeing Starliner with astronauts on board was halted yet again Saturday, this time less than four minutes before liftoff, when a computer system triggered an automatic hold. A launch last month was also canceled due to various issues. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest.
Boeing's Starliner set to launch Saturday
All systems are go for a second attempted launch of Boeing's Starliner capsule on Saturday, making its maiden voyage to the International Space Station with two astronauts on board. Manuel Bojorquez reports from the Kennedy Space Center.
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.
OpenAI warns of foreign propaganda campaigns
ChatGPT developer OpenAI warns that state actors worldwide use generative artificial intelligence to run covert propaganda operations. The company told The Washington Post it found groups in Russia, China, Iran and Israel using its technology to build and launch social media campaigns. Gerrit De Vynck, tech reporter for The Post, joins CBS News to discuss.
Google admits its AI Overviews can generate "some odd, inaccurate" results
Google said it's rolling back its AI-generated search results feature after two weeks. Here's why.
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Book excerpt: "Challenger" by Adam Higginbotham
The British journalist and author of "Midnight in Chernobyl" returns with his exhaustively-researched new book about the 1986 space shuttle disaster.
Study: Climate change killing summer oysters
A recent study from the University of Washington suggests that rising summer temperatures threaten triploid oysters, specifically bred in the 1970s to be more resilient to harsher environments. Despite that, researchers found that triploids die nearly 2.5 times faster than other oysters when under heat stress. Neil Thompson, geneticist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service, joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
Tiny fern breaks world record for largest genome on Earth
The New Caledonian fern, Tmesipteris oblanceolata, has more than 50 times more DNA packed into the nucleus of its cells than humans do.
Tom Steyer on how to beat climate change
Can the climate crisis be won as temperatures soar, oceans rise and air quality deteriorates? Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer thinks it can. The climate investor joins "America Decides" to discuss his new book "Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We'll Win the Climate War."
The bird flu vaccine is made with eggs. That has scientists worried.
The spread of an avian flu virus in cattle has again brought public health attention to the potential for a global pandemic. Fighting it would depend, for now, on 1940s technology that makes vaccines from hens' eggs.
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"Most wanted" fugitive caught after 17-hour speedboat escape
Chaowalit Thongduang spent months on the run in connection with several killings and drug trafficking charges.
Arizona tribe temporarily bans dances after police officer shot dead
The Gila River Indian Community issued a temporary ban on dances after a police officer was fatally shot and another wounded while responding to a reported disturbance.
Murder charges dropped against Minnesota state trooper Ryan Londregan in killing of Ricky Cobb II
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has filed a notice of dismissal of charges against Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the shooting death of 33-year-old Ricky Cobb II.
Shooting in Ohio kills 1, wounds 2 dozen others, police say
An early morning shooting in Akron, Ohio killed one person and injured two dozen people, some critically, police said.
Shooting at Pittsburgh-area bar leaves 2 dead, 7 injured
Two people were killed and seven others were hurt in a shooting at Ballers Hookah Lounge and Cigar Bar in Penn Hills, Allegheny County.
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Chinese spacecraft lands on far side of moon
The spacecraft, part of the Chang'e moon exploration program, will collect soil and rock samples.
Boeing Starliner launch scrubbed at the late minute
The second attempt to send Boeing's Starliner crew capsule into orbit was canceled just minutes before it was set to launch on Saturday.
Boeing Starliner's first astronaut flight halted at the last minute
Nearly a month after a frustrating launch scrub, the Starliner and its two-person crew were initially cleared for a second attempt to reach orbit.
Northern lights may return to U.S. early June
If you missed the fantastic display of the northern lights in May, you could soon have another chance. In early June, the active solar region responsible for those multi-colored hues in the night sky will be in prime position to generate solar storms impacting us on Earth. Ryan French, solar physicist with the National Solar Observatory, joins CBS News to explain.
Boeing readies launch of Starliner crew
Boeing is preparing to launch its crewed Starliner spacecraft on Saturday after having to scrub the plan twice before due to technical difficulties. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood is following the preparations for Boeing's flight.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
The Illinois mom wrote, "If something ever happens to me, please make sure the number one person of interest is Tim." Take a look at the evidence that led to Tim Bliefnick's arrest.
The hunt for Forrest Fenn's treasure
Forrest Fenn hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains. Five men died searching for it.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
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6/2: The Takeout: Frank Fahrenkopf
Frank Fahrenkopf, co-chair of the Commission on Presidential Debates, joins The Takeout to discuss procedure, moderators & historical importance of presidential debates. The commission faces an uncertain future as tentative 2024 debates remain unsanctioned.
People risk injury at annual UK cheese roll
Participants once again descended upon Cooper's Hill in England, risking injury to chase a nine-pound wheel of cheese down a hill. Ian Lee takes a look at the tradition.
Marking 80 years since D-Day
France will hold a series of ceremonies this week to commemorate 80 years since the D-Day invasion. While the remaining living Americans who participated in the attack are mostly too old to make the trip, those that could traveled to France for the occasion. Elaine Cobbe shares their stories.
Israel continues Rafah offensive
Israel's attack on Rafah continued throughout the weekend as the fate of a cease-fire deal remained uncertain. Imtiaz Tyab has the latest.
6/2/2024: An Island Off An Island; Caligula's Gardens; Return to Gorongosa
First, a look at Fogo Island's comeback story. Then, uncovering Caligula's gardens. And, a report on rehabilitating Gorongosa National Park.