D.C. official denies jail guard beat Capitol riot suspect
Lawyer for Ryan Samsel says he was "viciously and savagely" beaten while zip-tied but the head of the district's jail system says it didn't happen.
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Twitter will not archive tweets from Trump's suspended account
Twitter permanently suspended then-President Trump two days after the deadly riot at the Capitol.
What we know about the "unprecedented" Capitol riot arrests
"The Capitol Attack is likely the most complex investigation ever prosecuted by the Department of Justice," the government said in a court filing.
Capitol riot defendant "viciously" beaten in D.C. jail, lawyer says
The attorney says Ryan Samsel had his hands zip-tied before being "viciously and savagely" beatan by a guard in the facility.
Ex-officials call for commission to investigate Capitol attack
The letter warned of "an exigent and growing threat" to the American public following the riot that left five people dead.
Capitol Police IG report criticizes January 6 planning
The report, dated March 1, cites multiple "deficiencies," highlighting the department's lack of planning and its failure to disseminate intelligence that suggested protesters "may be inclined to become violent."
2 Capitol Police officers sue Trump over January 6 assault
The officers allege Mr. Trump should be held responsible for the emotional and physical injuries they suffered January 6.
Social network Parler says it warned FBI before Capitol riot
The popular app among conservatives said it sent posts to the FBI that threatened violence.
Pelosi names D.C. National Guard commander House sergeant-at-arms
Major General William J. Walker will be the chief law enforcement officer for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Lawmakers vow stricter regulations on social media platforms
CEOs from Facebook, Twitter and Google faced intense scrutiny from Democrats and Republicans on Thursday.
Fencing around outer perimeter of U.S. Capitol complex comes down
The fencing was put in place after a violent mob overran the Capitol on January 6.
Inside the prosecution of the Capitol rioters
Scott Pelley speaks with Michael Sherwin, the federal prosecutor who was leading the criminal investigation, the largest in U.S. history, into the assault on the Capitol.
Prosecutor explains investigation into January 6 Capitol attack
"You are charged strictly upon your conduct and what happened that day, divorced of any politics," Prosecutor Michael Sherwin told 60 Minutes.
Four Proud Boys indicted in Capitol riot case
Prosecutors say the men used paramilitary gear, handheld radios and encrypted messaging applications to coordinate with other Proud Boys before and during the attack.
Wife of Capitol officer who died by suicide calls for reforms
"Recognition of the cause of his death, much like the critical examination of the riot itself, will remain central to how we make right those tragedies and help avoid their repetition," she wrote.
Hispanic lawmakers press Pentagon on extremism in the military
The lawmakers point to the involvement of violent extremists during the January 6 insurrection at the U.S Capitol.
Fencing and security to be reduced at Capitol
The acting Sergeant at Arms said in an email to lawmakers that Capitol police that "there does not exist a known, credible threat against Congress or the Capitol Complex."
Two arrested in assault on police officer who died after Capitol riot
Julian Elie Khater, 32, and George Pierre Tanios, 39, are accused of spraying police officers with bear spray.
Capitol riot suspect accused of assaulting cop and burying his badge
Charging documents say Thomas Sibick ripped an officer's badge and radio off his uniform during the Capitol riot.
Florida Oath Keeper charged in connection with Capitol riot
Kenneth Harrelson previously served in the U.S. Army and was seen interacting with the tactical-style "stack" of rioters that marched up the steps of the U.S. Capitol.
Defense Secretary OKs request to extend 2,300 troops at Capitol
The current mission was set to end on March 12.
Capitol rioters turned in by friends, family, colleagues, ex-lovers
Some tipsters described watching their friend, family member or coworker develop increasingly extreme beliefs in the time leading up to the January 6 riot.
FBI releases new video in D.C. pipe bomb case
"The FBI is asking the public to watch the videos of this person – you may recognize their gait, body language, or mannerisms," according to the FBI.
Twitter sues Texas AG, claiming he retaliated after it banned Trump
Twitter barred Trump for life after Capitol riot, and Ken Paxton launched probe of Twitter and four other major tech companies.
Capitol review recommends sweeping security changes after riot
House lawmakers were briefed on Monday on the review's findings and recommendations.
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Watch Live: Biden to announce withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
Mr. Biden's expected announcement has been met with mixed reaction from Capitol Hill.
Biden to withdraw all troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
All forces will be withdrawn by September 11, 2021, the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Under Trump border rule that Biden has kept, few can seek asylum
Just 0.3% of more than 600,000 migrants expelled by U.S. border officials under a pandemic-era policy have been allowed to pursue U.S. refuge.
Biden to address joint session of Congress on April 28
The address is not an official State of the Union because a president's first speech before Congress is not considered a State of the Union.
Democrats pressure GOP to support Asian-American hate crimes bill
The Senate will take up the COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act this week, although it is unclear whether it will receive GOP support.
Deputy homeland security adviser Russ Travers on terrorist threats
Travers discusses Islamist terrorism and describes how geographically dispersed tied to ISIS and al Qaeda continue to pose a threat to the U.S.
NSA alerts Microsoft to "critical vulnerabilities" in email app
Microsoft said it hadn't seen the vulnerabilities used against customers and issued a new patch.
$50,000 in student loan cancellation could leave 84% of borrowers debt free
New Education Department data shows 9.4 million of those borrowers are in default or delinquent on their loans.
IRS head says as much as $1 trillion in taxes goes uncollected
The Biden administration is looking to crack down on tax evasions.
Biden proposes summit with Putin to discuss "full range of issues"
In his first call with the Russian president, Biden discussed "a number of regional and global issues" with Putin.
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Why the U.S. should "be very worried" about Brazil's COVID disaster
Hospitals are struggling to cope as a highly infectious COVID variant ravages the country. There are questions over vaccine efficacy, and one expert says other strains "will escape."
Biden to withdraw all troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
All forces will be withdrawn by September 11, 2021, the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Queen Elizabeth carries out 1st official duty since Philip's death
The Royal Family is observing a two-week period of mourning.
Ship that blocked Suez Canal impounded amid financial dispute
The canal authority demanded at least $900 million, according to a judicial official.
Russia warns U.S. to stay away from Ukraine for its "own good"
U.S. and Russia both reportedly sending warships into Black Sea amid fast-escalating standoff that Ukraine calls a struggle "between democracies and authoritarianism."
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Officer who shot Daunte Wright to death and police chief resign
Protesters and law enforcement clashed in a Minneapolis suburb for the third night in a row. The officer and Brooklyn Center's police chief resigned.
Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison
Bernie Madoff pleaded guilty to orchestrating the largest Ponzi scheme in history.
Fauci on what Johnson & Johnson vaccine reactions could mean for women
Fauci said the adverse reactions in six women could suggest that it's hormonal.
"Bachelor" star Colton Underwood comes out as gay
"I can also sit here and say, 'Thank you.' Because without them, and without "The Bachelor" franchise, I don't know that this would have ever came out," the former NFL player said.
Watch Live: Biden to announce withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
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Watch Live: Biden to announce withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
Mr. Biden's expected announcement has been met with mixed reaction from Capitol Hill.
Biden to withdraw all troops from Afghanistan by 9/11
All forces will be withdrawn by September 11, 2021, the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Under Trump border rule that Biden has kept, few can seek asylum
Just 0.3% of more than 600,000 migrants expelled by U.S. border officials under a pandemic-era policy have been allowed to pursue U.S. refuge.
Biden to address joint session of Congress on April 28
The address is not an official State of the Union because a president's first speech before Congress is not considered a State of the Union.
Democrats pressure GOP to support Asian-American hate crimes bill
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"Bachelor" star Colton Underwood comes out as gay
"I can also sit here and say, 'Thank you.' Because without them, and without "The Bachelor" franchise, I don't know that this would have ever came out," the former NFL player said.
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Kane Brown on ACM nominations and new tour
Country Star Kane Brown joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his ACM nominations and what it will be like to hit the road for his new tour this fall after spending the past year at home with his wife and daughter.
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Disney to let workers sport tattoos and gender-neutral hairstyles
New theme park's policy allows "appropriate" tattoos and gives employees more flexibility on costume choices.
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NSA alerts Microsoft to "critical vulnerabilities" in email app
Microsoft said it hadn't seen the vulnerabilities used against customers and issued a new patch.
Hawley proposes antitrust legislation aimed at tech companies
The legislation, which Hawley called "Trust-Busting For the 21st Century Act," bans all mergers and acquisitions by companies with a market capitalization of over $100 billion.
Software fix planned for Mars helicopter
A new date for the helicopter's maiden flight will be set after updated software is tested.
Here's how Trump could return to Facebook
Facebook's Oversight Board is poised to vote on the company's ban on Trump following the January 6 violence at the Capitol
Uber offers $250 million in bonuses and perks to lure drivers
Ride-sharing company says it needs more drivers as passenger bookings rebound following COVID-19 lockdowns.
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Fauci on what Johnson & Johnson vaccine reactions could mean for women
Fauci said the adverse reactions in six women could suggest that it's hormonal.
Meet the "Monkeydactyl" — a newly discovered ancient dinosaur
The discovery marks the earliest known record of a true opposed thumb in Earth's history.
Japan to dump radioactive water from Fukushima plant into ocean
The plan to release hundreds of thousands of tons of wastewater from the crippled nuclear plant into the Pacific has angered some of Japan's residents, and neighbors.
Software fix planned for Mars helicopter
A new date for the helicopter's maiden flight will be set after updated software is tested.
How a shocking environmental disaster was uncovered after 70 years
The lasting effects of DDT contamination are killing an alarming number of California sea lions.
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The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24, 2021, from 10am - 2pm.
Fauci on what Johnson & Johnson vaccine reactions could mean for women
Fauci said the adverse reactions in six women could suggest that it's hormonal.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
Why the U.S. should "be very worried" about Brazil's COVID disaster
Hospitals are struggling to cope as a highly infectious COVID variant ravages the country. There are questions over vaccine efficacy, and one expert says other strains "will escape."
U.S. recommends "pause" for Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The cases being investigated occurred in women between the ages of 18 and 48.
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Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison
Bernie Madoff pleaded guilty to orchestrating the largest Ponzi scheme in history.
FDA to propose limits on arsenic and lead in baby food
Agency's plan comes two months after congressional report found toxic heavy metals in products for infants.
$50,000 in student loan cancellation could leave 84% of borrowers debt free
New Education Department data shows 9.4 million of those borrowers are in default or delinquent on their loans.
IRS head says as much as $1 trillion in taxes goes uncollected
The Biden administration is looking to crack down on tax evasions.
Navigating a competitive housing market that's gone "nuts"
With surging demand and record-low inventory, the time may be ripe for homeowners to sell their properties. But both sellers and buyers must understand the long-term costs.
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Officer who shot Daunte Wright to death and police chief resign
Protesters and law enforcement clashed in a Minneapolis suburb for the third night in a row. The officer and Brooklyn Center's police chief resigned.
Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison
Bernie Madoff pleaded guilty to orchestrating the largest Ponzi scheme in history.
Decision expected on charging cop who killed Daunte Wright
Protesters and law enforcement clashed in a Minneapolis suburb for the third night in a row.
Live Updates: Defense continues case in Chauvin trial
Tuesday, testimony focused on Floyd's drug use, and a defense expert said Chauvin was justified in restraining George Floyd.
George Floyd and Daunte Wright share a tragic connection
George Floyd and Daunte Wright were both killed by police, just miles apart, one year apart. And it was revealed that the two fathers had a connection beyond their deaths.
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Software fix planned for Mars helicopter
A new date for the helicopter's maiden flight will be set after updated software is tested.
Soyuz launches crew to space station
A Soyuz spacecraft lifted off from Kazakhstan carrying NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and two cosmonauts to the International Space Station. Watch NASA's live coverage of the launch.
Soyuz launch kicks off space station crew rotation
A NASA astronaut joins two Russians for Friday's trip to the International Space Station.
Lyrids meteor shower marks return of shooting stars
After a months-long meteor drought, the Lyrids are back to illuminate Earth Day.
Does photo show a rainbow on Mars? NASA answers the mystery
Is it a "dustbow?" Is it an "icebow?"
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Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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How to navigate a competitive housing market
Competition in the U.S. housing market is fierce this spring, with surging demand and record-low inventory. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN to discuss how sellers and buyers can be prepared.
The DEA is taking back meds to save lives
The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day invites folks from across the country to clean out their medicine cabinets to safely and anonymously turn in unwanted prescription drugs. The next Take Back Day is April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Does the Supreme Court Need Reform?
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series examines growing calls to overhaul the Supreme Court.
Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff has died in prison
Bernie Madoff, the financier who pleaded guilty to orchestrating the largest Ponzi scheme in history, died in a federal prison Wednesday, the federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed to CBS News.
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.