Bondi faces heated questions on handling of Epstein files at House hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi faced contentious questioning from House Democrats about the Justice Department's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
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Man who says he was person of interest in Nancy Guthrie's abduction released
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing on Feb. 1 and ransom notes were being investigated.
Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
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U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz wins gold in 1,000 meters, sets Olympic record
Jordan Stolz won gold in the men's 1,000 metres at the Winter Olympics on Wednesday, delivering the United States' first speed skating title at Milano Cortina.
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A former FBI agent called the actions of the person seen in video at Nancy Guthrie's home "extremely amateurish."
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty - if U.S. does
Moscow reiterates willingness to adhere to expired nuclear weapons treaty, "as long as the United States does not exceed the aforementioned limits."
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Georgia army veteran deported after traffic stop speaks out on ICE detention
A Georgia Army veteran who spent nearly five decades in the United States was deported to Jamaica following a routine traffic stop.
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The House is set to vote Wednesday on the SAVE America Act, which would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
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McConnell released from hospital after weeklong stay for "flu-like symptoms"
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Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
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New Medicaid work rules likely to hit middle-aged adults hard
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Team USA curler from Minnesota says people's rights being quashed at home
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Khanna names 6 men he says were redacted from Epstein files for "no apparent reason"
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ICE chief, immigration officials defend deportations at House hearing
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Employers added 130,000 jobs in January, topping expectations
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Watch: Top House Judiciary Republican, Democrat open Bondi hearing
Rep. Jim Jordan, a Republican from Ohio who chairs the House Judiciary Committee, and Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland, the top Democrat on the committee, opened their hearing where Attorney General Pam Bondi is testifying on her department's work. Bondi is facing questions over the Epstein files release and the Minnesota immigration raids where two Americans were killed.
Police release man detained in Guthrie case
Police released a man who was briefly detained Tuesday over the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The move came after officials put out new images related to the case. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti and Anna Schecter have more.
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El Paso mayor blasts FAA for airspace closure
El Paso Mayor Renard Johnson on Wednesday slammed the Federal Aviation Administration for briefly closing El Paso's airspace over what it called "special security reasons," calling it a "major and unnecessary disruption."
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Stellantis issues "do not drive" warning for cars with unrepaired air bags
Stellantis is telling owners of the affected vehicles not to drive them until a potentially dangerous air bag is replaced. See which models are affected.
James Van Der Beek, "Dawson's Creek" star, dies at 48 after cancer diagnosis
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz wins gold in 1,000 meters, sets Olympic record
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Lindsey Vonn shares update after 3rd surgery: "I'm making progress"
The 41-year-old American came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Winter Olympics and crashed seconds into her downhill race on Sunday.
Lawyer for lawmaker in video to troops threatens suit after failed charges
An attorney for one of the lawmakers who appeared in a video telling members of the military to reject "illegal orders" demanded that the federal prosecutors preserve records for a potential suit.
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Dispute over Cardi B's Super Bowl cameo roils prediction markets
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An attorney for one of the lawmakers who appeared in a video telling members of the military to reject "illegal orders" demanded that the federal prosecutors preserve records for a potential suit.
McConnell released from hospital after weeklong stay for "flu-like symptoms"
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Russia says again it will abide by lapsed weapons treaty if U.S. does
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Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48
Actor James Van Der Beek, known for his roles in "Dawson's Creek," "Varsity Blues" and more, has died at the age of 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media.
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Lieu accuses Bondi of lying under oath
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Bondi on unredacted Epstein survivors' names
GOP Rep. Chip Roy of Texas asked Attorney General Pam Bondi why some of the names of Jeffrey Epstein survivors were unredacted in files released by the Justice Department.
Details in FBI search for Nancy Guthrie
The FBI says it is searching roadways near Tucson, Arizona, as part of its investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. Former NYPD detective Kirk Burkhalter joins CBS News to discuss.
Actor James Van Der Beek dies at 48
Actor James Van Der Beek, known for his roles in "Dawson's Creek," "Varsity Blues" and more, has died at the age of 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media.
Bondi addresses future Epstein probes
At a House hearing on Wednesday, Democratic Rep. Zoe Lofgren of California asked Attorney General Pam Bondi if some emails in the Epstein files provide credible proof warranting further investigation. Bondi said the Justice Department "will look and investigate any case involving any victim."
Rep. Balint, Bondi get into heated exchange
Rep. Becca Balint, a Democrat from Vermont, pressed Attorney General Pam Bondi about whether the Justice Department talked to senior Trump officials who were mentioned in the Jeffrey Epstein files about their ties to the convicted sex offender. The two then got into a heated exchange.