Ex-Pompeo adviser quit after "puzzling and baffling" lack of support for ambassador
Michael McKinley testified he resigned his post after a State Department officials failed to come to the defense of the former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine
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Transcript of ex-Ukraine ambassador's testimony released
Marie Yovanovitch testified that Rudy Giuliani, President Trump's personal attorney, worked to have her removed from her post
Impeachment updates: House Democrats release first transcripts
The committees leading the impeachment probe released transcripts of closed-door testimony by Marie Yovanovitch and Michael McKinley
Hoyer: Lawmakers "have a duty" to pursue impeachment inquiry
Hoyer conceded that the impeachment drive "may well" have political ramifications for Democrats. But he suggested that it is a price his party is willing to pay
McCarthy: Schiff should testify about staff contacts with whistleblower
The top Republican in the House said Congressman Adam Schiff should allow lawmakers communications between his staff and the whistleblower
Whistleblower willing to answer GOP questions, lawyer says
Mark Zaid offered to have Republicans submit questions to his client directly without having to go through Democrats
What happened in the impeachment inquiry this week?
The House voted along party lines on the procedures for the next phase, the open hearings, as well as the writing of any potential articles of impeachment
Pelosi talks impeachment hearings with Colbert
Pelosi says politics are not for the faint of heart: "You also have to be prepared to throw a punch – for the children," she joked
Impeachment updates: House approves inquiry rules
The House approved a resolution establishing the procedures for the impeachment inquiry by a vote of 232 to 196
These 2 Democrats voted against Trump impeachment resolution
Two Democrats joined every House Republican in opposing a resolution to advance the impeachment inquiry
House Democrats and impeachment proceedings against Trump
Over 90% of Democrats in the House now support impeachment proceedings or have signaled they are open to supporting impeachment proceedings against President Trump
Impeachment updates: Democrats summon Bolton to testify
Other witnesses have testified that Bolton was furious over efforts by Rudy Giuliani and others to pressure Ukraine
House Dems unveil plan for public impeachment hearings
"The next phase will move from closed depositions to open hearings where the American people will learn firsthand about the President's misconduct"
Impeachment updates: Democrats unveil impeachment resolution
Democrats plan to vote on the measure in a full House vote in the coming days
Impeachment updates: House to hold first full vote on inquiry
Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the House will vote on a resolution establishing procedures for the next phase of the inquiry
White House official on Trump's Ukraine call reported concerns to lawyer
Alexander Vindman, who listened to the president's July 25 call, will tell lawmakers he "did not think it was proper" for Trump to encourage investigations
Democrats to vote on impeachment inquiry and next phase
The full House is expected to vote this week on formalizing the impeachment inquiry of President Trump
Most Democrats in 2016 Trump districts outraising GOP challengers
This is the case even as Republican opposition to Trump's impeachment remains high
Former national security official will not testify before Congress
Charles Kupperman faced both a congressional subpoena to appear and an order from the White House not to appear for a closed-door deposition Monday
Gowdy: Trump demand for Ukraine help "can't be" impeachable
"Are we going to remove a President from office if he conditioned aid on figuring out who tried to interfere in our 2016 election?" Gowdy said on "Face the Nation" Sunday
White House hiring new staff to handle impeachment inquiry response
Senior White House adviser Jared Kushner has been pushing to enhance the communications strategy
First White House official plans to testify in impeachment inquiry
Tim Morrison, a top White House adviser on Russia and Europe, plans to testify in the impeachment inquiry, if subpoenaed
House takes break from impeachment inquiry to mourn Elijah Cummings
Cummings, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, died last week at 68
Impeachment updates: Lawmakers pause to honor Elijah Cummings
"For me, I was privileged enough to call him a dear friend," Republican Mark Meadows
Top Republicans demand Democrats call whistleblower to testify publicly
The request is the first time Republican lawmakers involved in the impeachment probe have formally asked Democrats to call witnesses
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Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
Judge postpones termination of TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
It's the latest setback for the Trump administration on the issue, which has sought to terminate the TPS designation for 13 countries as part of the president's crackdown on immigration.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
EPA chief Lee Zeldin tells climate skeptics to "celebrate vindication"
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change.
Vance praises Hungary's Orbán, accuses EU of influencing election
Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary to show support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a self-proclaimed proponent of "illiberal democracy."
Bondi won't appear for April 14 deposition in House panel's Epstein probe
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi will not appear before the House Oversight Committee next week to answer questions about Jeffrey Epstein, the panel said.
Here's how much caffeine the U.S. military consumed during the Iran war
Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the U.S. military has consumed nearly 1 million gallons of coffee and an unspecified amount of nicotine.
Pete Hegseth says "we'll be hanging around" after Iran ceasefire announcement
Wednesday's briefing came after President Trump announced late Tuesday that he had agreed to "suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks."
Bible stories might be made required reading for Texas public school students
A proposal to make Bible stories required reading in Texas public schools is putting the state at the center of another contentious battle over the role of religion in classrooms.
Trump admin. personnel agency is asking for federal workers' medical records
The Office of Personnel Management is asking insurers that cover federal employees and retirees to hand over details about their medical visits, their pharmacy claims, and more.
Mullin visits town devastated by Hurricane Helene, promises reforms to FEMA
In his first official visit to a tiny North Carolina town devastated by Hurricane Helene, new Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin reassured locals he intends to reform FEMA — not eliminate it.
Republican Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in House
Republican Clay Fuller faced Democrat Shawn Harris in a Georgia runoff election after Marjorie Taylor Greene stepped down from her House seat.
Few Republicans condemn Trump's Iran threat, Democrats call for removal
Republicans in Congress largely stayed silent, while dozens of Democrats called for President Trump to be removed from office after he threatened "a whole civilization will die tonight."
Trump announces "double sided ceasefire" with Iran, says Strait of Hormuz must reopen
President Trump said he has agreed to a "double sided CEASEFIRE" with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to either cut a deal with the U.S. or face massive strikes on its power plants.
All DHS workers to be paid by end of week for past 6 weeks of shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said DHS employees affected by the government shutdown will be paid through the recent pay periods by the end of the week.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche open to serving in job permanently
"It's the greatest honor of a lifetime, and if President Trump chooses to keep me as acting, that's an honor," Blanche said. "If he chooses to nominate me, that's an honor."
Lawsuit challenges DOJ memo finding presidential records law unconstitutional
A pair of organizations filed a lawsuit challenging the Justice Department's determination that a presidential records law is unconstitutional.
Bill Gates to appear before House committee investigating Epstein
Bill Gates will appear before the House Oversight Committee as part of the panel's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, according to a source familiar with the plans.
Vance calls Iran ceasefire a "fragile truce," says some inside Iran are "lying"
Vice President JD Vance made the remarks in Hungary, where he is supporting Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Tuesday ahead of Orbán's reelection bid.
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Husband detained in Bahamas in connection to wife's disappearance
As the search for Lynette Hooker continues near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas, the U.S. Coast Guard is taking the lead on the investigative efforts and has launched a criminal investigation, a U.S. official said.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
Prosecutors to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records after DUI arrest
Prosecutors are seeking Tiger Woods' prescription drug records from a Florida pharmacy.
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Will the Iran ceasefire ease U.S. gas prices? Here's what experts think.
Gas prices in the U.S. continued to edge up on Wednesday even as oil prices fell. Here's how long it could take for fuel costs to recede.
This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care?
Many brands are turning to AI to advertise their products. Others are rejecting the technology, pledging to lean into "real" images.
GM recalls more than 270,000 cars in U.S. over rearview camera risk
Cameras on some Chevrolet Malibus can display blank or distorted images, posing a risk to drivers, according to safety regulators.
Americans expect to work much longer than they would like. Here's why.
Many employees expect to retire later as mounting expenses strain budgets, while others hunker down at work as part of the "great stay."
Dow surges more than 1,300 points as investors embrace Iran ceasefire
Investors cheered the announcement of a two-week ceasefire, which President Trump said is contingent on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
Judge postpones termination of TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
It's the latest setback for the Trump administration on the issue, which has sought to terminate the TPS designation for 13 countries as part of the president's crackdown on immigration.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
EPA chief Lee Zeldin tells climate skeptics to "celebrate vindication"
The head of the Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday defended his decision to repeal the legal determination that serves as the basis for federal rules to slow climate change.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
He thought he was in good health — until fainting during a bike ride
John Cantrell was enjoying his retirement until an unexpected condition forced him to choose between two kinds of heart surgery.
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Judge postpones termination of TPS for Ethiopians in U.S.
It's the latest setback for the Trump administration on the issue, which has sought to terminate the TPS designation for 13 countries as part of the president's crackdown on immigration.
Vance says U.S. "never indicated" Lebanon would be included in ceasefire deal
The Iranian Parliament speaker claimed the U.S. is violating three parts of a ceasefire deal, citing continued fire in Lebanon.
Police dog named Hulk sniffs out record 48 tons of marijuana
"All of this was thanks to the work of the dog," said the commander of the Canine Operations Battalion. "It wasn't based on intelligence."
Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
Vance praises Hungary's Orbán, accuses EU of influencing election
Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary to show support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, a self-proclaimed proponent of "illiberal democracy."
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Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
"You, Me & Tuscany" stars talk new movie
Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the new romantic comedy "You, Me & Tuscany." The two discuss what it was like to shoot in Italy, preparing for their roles and how it's a renaissance for romantic comedies.
Extended interview: Billy Idol
Billy Idol speaks with Anthony Mason about his music career, his life, his stage persona and more.
Kanye West barred from entering U.K. after criticism over antisemitic remarks
A major music festival featuring the rapper formerly known as Kanye West was canceled after the U.K. government blocked Ye from entering the country.
Extended interview: Mumford & Sons
Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett and Ted Dwane, members of Mumford & Sons, talk to Anthony Mason about their new album, "Prizefighter," moving forward without Winston Marshall in the band and their upcoming tour.
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Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
Anthropic claims new AI too powerful to release
Anthropic says its newest AI model, Claude Mythos, is too powerful and dangerous to be released to the public. Tech journalist Jacob Ward 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.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
H-1B visa program changes impact global talent
Trump administration changes to the U.S. H-1B visa program have impacted the global talent coming to the U.S. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports from India.
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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.
Artemis II astronauts speak during historic lunar mission
On Monday, the astronauts aboard the Artemis II spacecraft will loop around the Moon's far side, part of a mission pushing human beings farther from Earth than anyone has ever been. Correspondent Mark Strassmann talked with commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, and mission specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen as the crew was about 180,000 miles from home, preparing for their historic lunar flyby.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
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Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Gerhardt Konig, the anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife in Hawaii last year, was found guilty Wednesday of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
Gilgo Beach serial killer admits to 8 murders
Serial killer Rex Heuermann admitted to killing eight women on Long Island over the span of 17 years, ending in 2010. He will now spend the rest of his life in prison. Tom Hanson reports.
Warehouse employee arrested for alleged arson
In Southern California, a 29-year-old man is accused of starting a massive fire at a warehouse where he worked. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Details on Gilgo Beach serial killer's plea
Rex Heuermann on Wednesday changed his plea to guilty for killing seven women on New York's Long Island between 1993 and 2011. The string of murders came to be known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn and Caroline Polisi have more.
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NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
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.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
The NASA astronauts also sent down Easter messages Sunday while gearing up for a historic pass behind the moon Monday.
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.
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Artemis II astronauts on mission so far
The four Artemis II astronauts hold an in-flight news conference from aboard the Orion spacecraft before their return to Earth. They discuss naming the lunar crater after Reid Wiseman's late wife, Carroll, how the mission has changed them and more.
Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Gerhardt Konig, the anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife in Hawaii last year, was found guilty Wednesday of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
4/8: The Takeout with Major Garrett
U.S.-Iran ceasefire in fragile place; NATO chief Mark Rutte meets with President Trump at the White House.
Aftermath of Israeli airstrikes in Beirut
Israel launched a massive attack against what it said were Hezbollah targets in Beirut on Wednesday, killing at least 182 people, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The strikes injured another 890 people, the ministry said. These videos show the aftermath of the bombardment.
Artemis II mission draws cultural comparisons to Apollo 8
The launch of NASA's Artemis II against the backdrop of the Iran war is drawing parallels to another moon mission in the middle of a conflict nearly 60 years ago. Marsha Barrett, associate professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, joins to discuss.