Hegseth's chief of staff shifts to new role amid Pentagon upheaval
Hegseth's chief of staff Joe Kasper is moving to a new job, the latest staffing shift after days of upheaval at the Pentagon.
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Trump brushes off new Hegseth Signal claims
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is defiant following allegations that he shared details of an impending air strike in a Signal group chat that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer. Barbara Starr, longtime Pentagon correspondent, and James LaPorta, national security coordinating producer for CBS News, join with more.
Third Pentagon official put on leave
The Pentagon put a third top Defense Department official on administrative leave pending an investigation into possible information leaks. Sources told CBS News that Colin Carroll, the chief of staff to the deputy secretary of defense, was escorted out of the Pentagon on Wednesday. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
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Memo shows U.S. can send migrants with no criminal record to Guantanamo
A government memo obtained by CBS News shows the Trump administration created broad rules outlining which migrants can be held at Guantanamo Bay.
Gen. Timothy Haugh, head of NSA and Cyber Command, is fired
Gen. Timothy Haugh had just last week testified on Capitol Hill about the Signal leak in which a journalist had been added to a group chat with high-ranking members of the Trump administration.
Pentagon reviewing Hegseth's Signal usage
The Pentagon's acting inspector general has announced an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of the Signal messaging app to discuss military plans in Yemen. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Pentagon watchdog to evaluate Signal leak
The Pentagon's Inspector General's Office said it will look into whether Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's use of Signal complied with Defense Department policies. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The Atlantic posts more texts from Signal group chat showing Hegseth provided detailed attack plans
The Trump White House has said "these were NOT war plans that were discussed."
Trump imposes auto tariff amid Signal fallout
President Trump imposed a 25% tariff on all cars imported into the U.S. on Wednesday. The announcement comes as his administration continues to deal with the aftermath of a leaked Signal group chat among top officials. Political strategists Liza Acevedo and Justin Sayfie join "America Decides" with analysis.
Lawler: Signal leak should've never happened
Many Republican lawmakers on Wednesday described the leaked Signal group chat with top Trump administration officials as a "mistake." Some also downplayed the sensitive details on the Houthi strikes shared in the chat. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler of New York joins "America Decides" with his perspective on the situation.
Takeaways from newly released Signal texts
The Atlantic Magazine released more Signal text messages on Wednesday, detailing what was sent from an account belonging to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, including specific operational details of then-upcoming strikes on Houthi forces in Yemen. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Jennifer Jacobs report.
Hegseth again says texts were not "war plans"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed the leak of a Signal group chat while visiting Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii on Wednesday. Hegseth said the texts exchanged were not war plans. CBS News national security coordinating producer James LaPorta has more.
Jeffries calls on Trump to fire Hegseth
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called on President Trump to fire Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a letter Tuesday over the Yemen war plans text leak. Stephanie Lai, White House correspondent for Bloomberg, and Reese Gorman, politics reporter for NOTUS, join "America Decides" with analysis.
What to know about Houthis amid leak fallout
Top Trump officials included a journalist in a group chat about plans to attack Houthis in Yemen, The Atlantic reported Monday. But who are the Houthis, and why is the U.S. military targeting them? Sam Vinograd, CBS News national security contributor, and Josh Skule, former FBI executive assistant director for intelligence, join "America Decides" to discuss.
Hegseth pushes back on Atlantic report
The editor-in-chief of The Atlantic says President Trump's top national security officials accidentally included him on a text chain discussing plans to attack Houthi rebels in Yemen. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has the latest.
Black Veterans Project leader on DEI purge
The Department of Defense has restored some pages across its websites and social media that were deleted during a widespread purge of diversity, equity and inclusion content. Among the posts deleted was an article recognizing the military career of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, who was drafted during World War II. Richard Brookshire, co-founder of the Black Veterans Project, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Pentagon announces leak investigation that could include polygraph tests
Polygraph tests were also used by the Department of Homeland Security to identify potential leakers.
Elon Musk meets with Pentagon officials
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk visited the Pentagon Friday for a briefing and meeting with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. During a press conference at the Oval Office, President Trump denied reports that Musk received a briefing about the U.S. military's defense plans on China. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Hegseth says meeting with Musk was about "innovation, efficiencies"
A defense official said Elon Musk met with senior military officials at the Pentagon Friday.
GOP leaders warn Trump against abandoning NATO
Despite decades of cooperation, a report from NBC News finds President Trump is considering ending the U.S. practice of having a four-star general oversee NATO military operations. The Republican chairs of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees are calling on the Trump administration to not unilaterally make any strategic decisions. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the details.
Trump tries to remove trans service members
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pushing back against a federal judge's ruling that blocks President Trump's executive order barring transgender people from the military. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
2 transgender soldiers speak out on Trump's ban
A federal judge this week temporarily blocked an executive order from President Trump that seeks to ban transgender people from serving in the U.S. military. Two transgender service members spoke to Charlie D'Agata about why they want nothing more than the opportunity to serve their country. Then, Jan Crawford takes a look at how these court fights are shaping up.
Pentagon removes, then restores webpage on Jackie Robinson's military career
The Pentagon ordered a digital refresh to remove content featuring DEI, which has led to the removal in some cases of pages recognizing significant figures in the U.S. military's history.
Judge blocks Trump order barring transgender people from military
U.S. District Judge Ana Reyes ruled in favor of transgender active-duty service members and transgender people in the process of enlisting.
Tanker and cargo ship collide off U.K., setting both vessels on fire
A port official said he was told the North Sea collision produced "a massive fireball" and the cargo ship's owner said one crew member was missing.
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Iran retaliates after Israel strikes Beirut, accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire
Israel said Sunday that Iran has launched missiles at it in the first such bombardment since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April.
Himes says Pulte in intelligence role is Trump's "worst and most dangerous" appointment
The top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee said the timing of the appointment takes FISA Section 702 reauthorization "off the table."
Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
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Tony Awards winners list for 2026: Live updates
The 2026 Tony Awards are underway, honoring the best of Broadway's plays and musicals.
Teen dies after showing symptoms of heat-related illness on Grand Canyon hike
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
Khanna condemns Platner's past actions, but "they didn't come as a surprise" to Maine voters
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, triggers tsunami watch
Tsunami waves were possible in the Phillipines, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Papua New Guinea and several island nations and territories in the western Pacific.
Federal judges face threats after ruling against the Trump administration
Federal judges say criticism from President Trump can put their safety at risk. The White House says the president "understands the dangers of political violence."
Trump says U.S. shipbuilding is in a crisis as it lags far behind China
China rolls out over 1,000 cargo ships a year, while the U.S. – maybe three. The Trump administration has called this a crisis with both economic and national security risks.
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Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
Teen dies after showing symptoms of heat-related illness on Grand Canyon hike
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Khanna condemns Platner's past actions, but "they didn't come as a surprise" to Maine voters
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
Young applicants discuss the challenges of today's job search
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
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Young applicants discuss the challenges of today's job search
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
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Lawsuit attempts to stop UFC fight at White House on Trump's birthday
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
Khanna condemns Platner's past actions, but "they didn't come as a surprise" to Maine voters
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
Transcript: Rep. Don Bacon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Ro Khanna on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ro Khanna, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
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The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms
Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause.
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7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, triggers tsunami watch
Tsunami waves were possible in the Phillipines, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, Papua New Guinea and several island nations and territories in the western Pacific.
Alexander Zverev becomes Grand Slam champion with French Open win
In his fourth major final, Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.
Transcript: Rep. Don Bacon on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Ro Khanna on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ro Khanna, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jim Himes on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 7, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jim Himes, Democrat of Connecticut, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
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Tony Awards winners list for 2026: Live updates
The 2026 Tony Awards are underway, honoring the best of Broadway's plays and musicals.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley: Featured: The Tony-nominated musical "Ragtime"; Steven Spielberg on "Disclosure Day"; GLP-1 medications; college grads' job search woes; a tour of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona; an exhibit of Queen Elizabeth II's fashion; and a honey sommelier.
The fashion of Queen Elizabeth II
During her lifetime, and her 70-year reign as Britain's monarch, Queen Elizabeth II's wardrobe was as important diplomatically as any speech she gave. A new exhibition on view at Buckingham Palace in London, "Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style," is the most comprehensive look at her wardrobe, covering every decade of her life. Correspondent Alina Cho pays a visit, and also talks with fashion designer Erdem Moralioglu about how the Queen inspired his work.
"Disclosure Day" director Steven Spielberg on alien visitations
As a child, Steven Spielberg stared at a meteor shower and began his love affair with the sky. The director of the 1977 classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" returns with "Disclosure Day," which imagines closely-held secrets surrounding alien visitations.
Extended interview: Steven Spielberg
In this web exclusive, director Steven Spielberg talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about his latest film, "Disclosure Day," and the science fiction influences on his work. He also discusses his beliefs about alien civilizations, given his depictions of extra-terrestrial life in some of his most popular movies.
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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12 hurt in "gunfight" at Ohio festival, police say
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
L.A. police chase ends in deadly shooting
The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. Carter Evans has more.
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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.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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LA stadium workers vote to strike ahead of World Cup
Hospitality workers at Los Angeles' Sofi Stadium voted Friday to authorize a strike, demanding better pay, job protections from AI and assurances that immigration enforcement won't happen there. The move comes just days from the first matches of the FIFA World Cup.
12 hurt in "gunfight" at Ohio festival, police say
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Trump tells Israel not to strike back at Iran
President Trump told several outlets Sunday he is asking Israel not to retaliate after Iran's strikes, hopeful that he can somehow preserve this very fragile ceasefire. Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Iran strikes Israel for first time since ceasefire
For the first time since the ceasefire went into effect in April, Iran launched missiles toward Israel Sunday, largely contained to the north of the country. The Iranian retaliation came after Israeli forces bombed suspected Hezbollah strongholds in southern Beirut. Charlie D'Agata reports.
Dog study may help pets and humans age well
The Dog Aging Project is working to help dogs live longer, healthier lives. The research results may help humans age well, too.