4/12: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sen. Mark Warner, Rep. Mike Turner and Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Leiter join. Plus, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and CBS News' Anthony Salvanto.
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Face The Nation, 11.29.09
Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.) discusses Afghanistan and health care reform. Plus; Former Majority Leader Dick Army, Former RNC Chairman Ed Gillespie and Moderate Republican Dede Scozzafava debate the future of the Republican Party.
Face The Nation, 11.22.09
Senators Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) debate health care reform; Dr. Jennifer Ashton and Bob Schieffer discuss mammography screening and health care reform. Plus; Bob Schieffer on the cost of security.
Face The Nation, 11.15.09
Rep. Pete Hoekstra (R-Mich.) and Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) on Ft. Hood and 9/11 trials in New York. Washington Post's Dana Priest and CBS' Juan Zarate on Ft. Hood and Afghanistan. Plus; Bob Schieffer on questions over Ft. Hood.
Face The Nation, 11.15.09
Rep. Pete Hoekstra (R-Mich.) and Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) on Ft. Hood and 9/11 trials in New York. Washington Post's Dana Priest and CBS' Juan Zarate on Ft. Hood and Afghanistan. Plus; Bob Schieffer on questions over Ft. Hood.
Face The Nation, 11.08.09
Senators Graham (R-S.C.), Reed (D-R.I.) and Rep. Ike Skelton (D-Mo.) discuss the massacre at Ft. Hood. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-Fla.) and GOP Strategist Ed Rollins on Elections '09. Plus; Bob Schieffer on how Ft. Hood could have been prevented.
Face The Nation, 10.25.09
Senators John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Russ Feingold (D-Wisc.) discuss the current situation in Afghanistan and health care reform. Plus; Bob Schieffer on First Ladies in the spotlight.
Face The Nation, 10.18.09
Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) on the impact of Afghanistan's presidential election on U.S. military strategy. Plus; White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel on the administration's efforts on health care while Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) offers his take.
Face The Nation, 10.11.09
Senators Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Jack Reed (D-R.I.) discuss the strategy in Afghanistan. The Washington Post's David Ignatius and the Brookings Institution's Michael O'Hanlon also weigh in. And; Bob Schieffer on Pres. Obama's Nobel Peace Prize.
Face The Nation, 10.04.09
Gen. Jim Jones discusses the nuclear ambitions of Iran and North Korea; Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.), Rep. Ike Skelton (D-Mo.) and General Anthony Zinni on Afghanistan. Plus; Bob Schieffer on President Obama's Olympics bid.
Face The Nation, 09.27.09
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton warns that Iran faces additional sanctions if they do not show full transparency; Sen. Lindsay Graham (R-S.C.) said that the international community has 18 months to decisively act against Iran.
Face The Nation, 09.20.09
President Obama on details of his health care reform; RNC Chairman Michael Steele on the President's interview; Plus, Bob Schieffer on being a journalist during presidential interviews.
Face The Nation, 09.13.09
White House Senior Advisor David Axelrod and Sen. Olympia Snowe (R-Maine) discuss health care reform's future; Syndicated columnist Kathleen Parker and Politico's Roger Simon offer analysis on the current health care debate; Plus; Bob Schieffer on debating health care.
Face The Nation, 09.06.09
In a Face The Nation exclusive, Education Secretary Arne Duncan discusses the H1N1 virus, fixing a broken education system and President Obama's upcoming address to U.S. school children; Plus, Bob Schieffer on this year's wild Summer.
Face The Nation, 08.30.09
Colleagues of Senator Edward M. Kennedy remember his lasting legacy and the indelible mark he left on the political landscape.
Face The Nation, 08.23.09
Senators Grassley (R-Iowa) and Conrad (D-N.D.) discuss bi-partisanship on health-care reform; Howard Dean on the politics of a health care co-operative; Plus, Bob Schieffer on how LBJ would handle 21st century health care reform.
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Billionaires, dark money fuel questions ahead of 2026 midterms
The ultra-wealthy donor class is getting ready to pour tens of millions into the fall elections that will decide which party will control Congress.
Senate rejects 4th attempt to curb Trump's war powers in Iran
It was the fourth time Democrats in the Senate had forced a vote on the issue since the war began on Feb. 28.
Why Jerome Powell — not Trump — will decide when the Fed chief steps down
President Trump would love to be finally rid of Fed Chair Jerome Powell. But firing him would kick up a legal firestorm and roil financial markets, experts said.
Trump aide Sebastian Gorka signals he's interested in top counterterrorism post
Trump national security aide Sebastian Gorka has signaled his interest in becoming the next National Counterterrorism Center director, two U.S. officials said.
House Democrats file articles of impeachment against Hegseth
House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claiming he has "demonstrated a willful disregard for the Constitution."
D.C. pipe bomb suspect hit with 2 new charges
Brian Cole Jr. faces new charges of attempting to use weapons of mass destruction and committing an act of terrorism while armed.
Dr. Erica Schwartz emerges as White House's top pick for CDC leader
Dr. Erica Schwartz has emerged as the White House's top pick to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, according to current and former officials.
Controversial spy tool faces uncertain future ahead of House vote
The spy tool, known as FISA Section 702, expires Monday. But it currently has opposition from several House factions.
New federal Medicaid rules require 1 month of work. Some states demand more.
Starting next year, about 18.5 million adults will be subject to new Medicaid work rules in 42 states and Washington, D.C. Some Republican-controlled states want to triple the required work period.
Prosecutors from Pirro's office tried to access Fed headquarters, but were turned away
The renovations at the Federal Reserve are the subject of a months-long criminal investigation.
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Bipartisan duo that pushed Swalwell, Gonzales to resign says other lawmakers may be next
A cross-party effort caused two House members to resign on Tuesday, and the female lawmakers who helped lead that push told CBS News that additional members of Congress could face similar pressure.
Fourth U.S. strike on alleged drug boat in days kills 4
U.S. Southern Command posted aerial video on social media Tuesday showing a vessel bobbing in the water before being struck by a projectile and exploding.
House passes aviation safety bill in response to deadly midair collision near D.C.
Earlier this year, the House narrowly defeated a Senate bill on the issue, angering victims' families.
DOJ moves to dismiss Jan. 6 convictions against 12 former Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The Justice Department on Tuesday asked a federal court to vacate Jan. 6 convictions against a dozen former members of the right-wing Proud Boys and Oath Keepers, aiming to wipe away some of the final Capitol riot charges that are still standing.
Swalwell, Gonzales officially resign from Congress, avoiding expulsion votes
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell and GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales officially submitted their resignation letters to the House clerk on Tuesday.
Latest Eric Swalwell accuser alleges he drugged and raped her
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
These races could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Appeals court shuts down criminal contempt probe over deportation flights
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg launched a criminal contempt inquiry after he said officials defied an order to turn around flights of Venezuelan migrants bound for El Salvador.
Republicans threaten ActBlue CEO with contempt of Congress in fraud probe
The chairs of three GOP-led House committees say ActBlue "may have deliberately" withheld some documents from their probe into fraudulent political donations.
Meadows seeks reimbursement from DOJ for legal fees from Trump-related probes
Mark Meadows is asking the Justice Dept. to reimburse him for legal fees he incurred in multiple federal and state investigations of President Trump, sources said.
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FIFA chief Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup "for sure"
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated his stance Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the U.S.
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Billionaires, dark money fuel questions ahead of 2026 midterms
The ultra-wealthy donor class is getting ready to pour tens of millions into the fall elections that will decide which party will control Congress.
S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs as investors shrug off Iran war fears
With another round of U.S.-Iran peace talks on the horizon, investors are optimistic that the war will wind down.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury rules
The lawsuit involved dozens of states that alleged Live Nation undermined competition and drove up ticket prices.
Senate rejects 4th attempt to curb Trump's war powers in Iran
It was the fourth time Democrats in the Senate had forced a vote on the issue since the war began on Feb. 28.
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S&P 500, Nasdaq hit record highs as investors shrug off Iran war fears
With another round of U.S.-Iran peace talks on the horizon, investors are optimistic that the war will wind down.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster illegally monopolized big concert venues, jury rules
The lawsuit involved dozens of states that alleged Live Nation undermined competition and drove up ticket prices.
Why Jerome Powell — not Trump — will decide when the Fed chief steps down
President Trump would love to be finally rid of Fed Chair Jerome Powell. But firing him would kick up a legal firestorm and roil financial markets, experts said.
Allbirds's pivot from footwear to AI sends its shares soaring 600%
The sneaker maker is selling its footwear assets and rebranding as "NewBird AI," betting on booming demand for AI computing power.
It's Tax Day. Here's how big the average tax refund is in 2026.
Americans are receiving larger tax refunds this year due to the 2025 "big, beautiful bill," which enacted new tax deductions.
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Billionaires, dark money fuel questions ahead of 2026 midterms
The ultra-wealthy donor class is getting ready to pour tens of millions into the fall elections that will decide which party will control Congress.
Senate rejects 4th attempt to curb Trump's war powers in Iran
It was the fourth time Democrats in the Senate had forced a vote on the issue since the war began on Feb. 28.
Why Jerome Powell — not Trump — will decide when the Fed chief steps down
President Trump would love to be finally rid of Fed Chair Jerome Powell. But firing him would kick up a legal firestorm and roil financial markets, experts said.
Trump aide Sebastian Gorka signals he's interested in top counterterrorism post
Trump national security aide Sebastian Gorka has signaled his interest in becoming the next National Counterterrorism Center director, two U.S. officials said.
House Democrats file articles of impeachment against Hegseth
House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claiming he has "demonstrated a willful disregard for the Constitution."
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New federal Medicaid rules require 1 month of work. Some states demand more.
Starting next year, about 18.5 million adults will be subject to new Medicaid work rules in 42 states and Washington, D.C. Some Republican-controlled states want to triple the required work period.
Florida doctor indicted after allegedly removing patient's liver instead of spleen
Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was arrested Monday after a two-year investigation by local, state and medical authorities.
Pennsylvania town faces fallout from Trump's environmental rule rollback
The Trump administration is ratcheting up attacks on environmental protections that Make America Healthy Again followers hold dear.
Fighting for health care claim approvals
Seventy-three percent of Americans say delays and denials of medical treatment by healthcare insurers are a major problem. Now, a company called Sheer Health says they will fight insurance battles on behalf of their clients.
A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
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Can Hungary's new leader wean his country off cheap Russian energy?
Hungary's politics have shifted definitively away from Russia and toward Europe, but quitting a cheap Russian energy habit could be painful.
Woman among 4 more Iranians sentenced to death over protests
Bita Hemmati is believed to be the first woman to be sentenced to death over the protests.
U.K. police hunt for 2 suspects in attempted arson attack on synagogue
London police are looking for two people who threw bottles likely containing gasoline at a North London synagogue in what's being treating as an "antisemitic hate crime."
U.S. YouTuber gets 6 months in South Korean prison for offensive stunts
A Seoul court found Ramsey Khalid Ismael, a self-proclaimed online "troll" known as Johnny Somali, guilty of multiple charges.
Iran claims oil tanker transits Strait of Hormuz amid blockade
Iran's Fars News Agency says a supertanker sailed through international waters and the Strait of Hormuz with its tracking system switched on, "without any concealment."
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Ramy Youssef on new comedy special
Golden Globe-winning actor and comedian Ramy Youssef talks about his new comedy special, "Ramy Youssef: In Love," which tackles topics like AI and religion but through a "lens of love." He explains his inspiration and how he includes personal stories about his family and marriage.
Ronda Rousey on return to MMA
After nearly a decade away from MMA, Ronda Rousey talks to "CBS Mornings" about her return and upcoming fight against another trailblazer, Gina Carano.
Inside the creation of "Front Porch Freestyles"
What started off as a simple way to promote music with some impromptu freestyling back in 2017 has turned into a critically acclaimed series showcasing artists big and small. Photojournalist Parrish Smith met the Washington, D.C., artist and crew behind the increasingly popular musical showcase "Front Porch Freestyles."
"Margo's Got Money Troubles" stars on series
Michelle Pfeiffer and Elle Fanning talk with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the new series "Margo's Got Money Troubles." The two discuss what drew them to the project and their characters, and what it's like to work together again.
Britney Spears voluntarily checks into rehab after California DUI arrest in March
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
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Maine lawmakers pass rule on data centers
Lawmakers in Maine passed a temporary ban on new, large data centers in the state this week. If Gov. Janet Mills signs the legislation, the state will become the first to ban data centers. Daniel Kool, a cost-of-living reporter for the Portland Press Herald, joins CBS News to discuss.
Sneaker company Allbirds pivots to AI
Footwear company Allbirds announced Wednesday it will stop making fabric sneakers and become an artificial intelligence company, sending its stock price soaring by more than 600%. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
New study researches AI and medical questions
A new study found that a substantial amount of medical information provided by five popular artificial intelligence-driven chatbots is inaccurate and incomplete. One of the authors of the study, Nick Tiller joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Everyday items born from space exploration
The Artemis II journey around the far side of the moon is a monumental moment for human space exploration, but the mission could also bring back benefits for everyday life here on Earth. Better selfies, comfortable sneakers, basic household appliances and more can all trace their roots straight to NASA. Jarred Hill has a closer look at NASA tech in plain sight.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Mamdani bomb attempt suspects plead not guilty
The men suspected of throwing homemade bombs into a crowd of New York City protesters in March pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges on Wednesday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Suspect in shooting of 7-month-old in court
The suspect accused of fatally shooting a 7-month-old Brooklyn girl is in court Wednesday for arraignment. CBS News New York's Christina Fan has the latest.
U.K. police hunt for 2 suspects in attempted arson attack on synagogue
London police are looking for two people who threw bottles likely containing gasoline at a North London synagogue in what's being treating as an "antisemitic hate crime."
New video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackling gunman
Seconds after a gunman opened fire at an Oklahoma high school, the school's principal was seen racing into the hallway, pushing the suspect onto a bench and holding him down.
U.S. YouTuber gets 6 months in South Korean prison for offensive stunts
A Seoul court found Ramsey Khalid Ismael, a self-proclaimed online "troll" known as Johnny Somali, guilty of multiple charges.
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"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
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The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
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Typhoon Sinlaku pummels Pacific islands
Typhoon Sinlaku moved through the Pacific Ocean near the Mariana Islands on Tuesday and into Wednesday, bringing flooding and "extremely dangerous hurricane winds," according to the National Weather Service. These videos show the conditions on the ground.
Senate rejects effort to limit Trump's war powers
For the fourth time, the Senate on Wednesday failed to pass a Democrat-led war powers resolution aimed at curbing President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
Maine lawmakers pass rule on data centers
Lawmakers in Maine passed a temporary ban on new, large data centers in the state this week. If Gov. Janet Mills signs the legislation, the state will become the first to ban data centers. Daniel Kool, a cost-of-living reporter for the Portland Press Herald, joins CBS News to discuss.
Former State Department official on U.S. blockade
The U.S. Navy blockade of vessels using Iranian ports continues, with the Treasury Department adding sanctions on Wednesday targeting oil smuggling vessels. Edward Fishman, former Russia and Europe sanctions lead at the U.S. State Department, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Next stage of Iran war remains unclear
President Trump on Wednesday said the war with Iran could be over soon, repeating a refrain he's made several times in the past few weeks. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest.