The Medal of Honor: "It's not glory"
For Veterans Day, the "Takeout" talks with CBS News National Security Correspondent David Martin, who has interviewed over 20 recipients of the nation's highest military award
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Meet the Medal of Honor recipient who was sent on a top-secret mission
"It wasn't what we were doing," Rose said. "It was where we were doing it is really why it was classified."
Trump awards Capt. Gary Rose the Medal of Honor
Capt. Rose received the Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry during his time in the Vietnam War
Trump presents first Medal of Honor of his presidency
"We honor you, we salute you, and with God as your witness, we thank you for what you did for all of us," Trump said to James McCloughan
Staff Sgt. Giunta's Medal of Honor
The first living soldier to receive the Medal of Honor since Vietnam tells Lara Logan in an emotional interview just what he did to earn the nation's highest combat honor and how the recognition makes him uncomfortable.
Medal of Honor recipient recalls deadly ambush
After several requests for help from his ambushed unit were denied, Dakota Meyer took matters into his own hands, to try and save his trapped comrades in Afghanistan. His efforts earned him the Medal of Honor. David Martin reports.
A Medal of Honor recipient's ongoing burden
In his book, "Red Platoon," Sgt. Clinton Romesha writes of how "exceptionally ordinary men" were put to an extraordinary test when their outpost in Afghanistan came under fire from the Taliban
Medal of Honor recipient describes dramatic Taliban rescue operation
Navy SEAL Edward Byers received the Medal of Honor for his actions during a 2012 mission to rescue an American captive from the Taliban
Obama awards Medal of Honor to Navy SEAL
Edward Byers was part of a rescue mission in Afghanistan in 2012
What it feels like to be a Medal of Honor recipient
Florent Groberg was awarded the Medal of Honor for what he says is the worst day of his life
Obama awards Medal of Honor to Afghanistan veteran
Florent Groberg tackled a suicide bomber while leading a security detail in Afghanistan
Medal of Honor recipient: "Incredible" to relive moment of humanity
Former Army Capt. William Swenson describes watching video from Afghanistan that captured him kissing the forehead of the badly wounded St. 1st Class Kenneth Westbrook during a seven-hour firefight with the Taliban in 2009
Extraordinary combat video shows soldier's act of humanity
Some of Swenson's heroism was captured on video that shows soldiers fight not only for their country, but for each other, too
Afghanistan War hero receives Medal of Honor
President Obama awards Army Staff Sgt. Ty Carter the Medal of Honor for his valiant actions in 2009 at Combat Outpost Keating in Afghanistan
WWI Medal of Honor recipient's family gets shocking news
The legacy of black soldier Henry Johnson had inspired a family for generations, including a Tuskeegee airman, but it was recently upended
Medal of Honor awarded to black, Jewish WWI veterans
President Obama posthumously awarded two World War I veterans the Medal of Honor on Tuesday.
151 years later, hero receives Medal of Honor
First Lt. Alonzo Cushing died for his country during Pickett's Charge at the Battle of Gettysburg
Obama awards Medal of Honor to Civil War hero
First Lieutenant Alonzo H. Cushing receives the honor posthumously for his actions during the battle against Confederate forces known as Pickett's Charge
Medal of Honor for Gettysburg hero
1st Lt. Alonzo Cushing helped turn the tide of the Civil War
Almanac: The conscientious objector
On October 12, 1945, Cpl. Desmond Doss, a Seventh Day Adventist, received the Congressional Medal of Honor for his service as an unarmed medic in WWII
Army Sgt. Ryan Pitts receives Medal of Honor
President Obama awarded Pitts the nation's highest recognition for his outstanding heroism in one of the bloodiest battles of the War in Afghanistan
A hero's tale
Medal of Honor recipient Army Capt. Will Swenson resorted to desperate measures while his company was pinned down by Afghan militants
Medal of Honor recipient asks to return to active duty
Former Army Capt. William Swenson's bravery during a 2009 battle was captured on video; he later quit the Army but he missed being a soldier
Obama presents Medal of Honor to Afghan war vet
William Swenson becomes 6th living recipient of nation's highest military honor for his actions in 2009 battle against Taliban
Medal of Honor recipients meet in Gettysburg
Convention gives public opportunity to meet men who have been honored for risking their lives beyond the call of duty in combat
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Trump officials oust Abigail Slater as DOJ's antitrust chief, sources say
Top Trump administration officials had decided to terminate Abigail Slater as the Justice Department's antitrust chief just before she announced her departure on social media.
Civil rights attorneys predict charges against Don Lemon, others will be dismissed
Inexperienced prosecutors are testing FACE Act in their case against Don Lemon. But the law has constitutional problems that make it untenable to charge misconduct in a house of worship.
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Warren, Coons introduce bill to strengthen oversight of ICE and CBP
Amid negotiations with the White House, the pair of Democrats is pitching the bill as an enforcement mechanism to go alongside the changes they're seeking.
NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Senate to vote on DHS funding, but deal on ICE reforms appears unlikely
A deal to reform the administration's immigration enforcement operation has remained elusive, making another partial government shutdown likely.
Border czar announces Minnesota immigration operation surge is ending
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown of federal immigration officers set to occur over the course of next week.
Trump's EPA is revoking the "endangerment finding." Here's what to know.
The Trump administration says greenhouse gases emitted from sources like cars, trucks and power plants will no longer by regulated by the federal government.
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Watch Live: ICE chief, immigration officials testify at Senate hearing
The leaders of three major immigration agencies are testifying before the Senate Homeland Security Committee on Thursday.
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Voluntary departures hit record high as detained immigrants lose hope
Vilma Palacios is one of thousands who have given up their immigration cases and voluntarily left the U.S. after being detained. More detainees are opting for voluntary departure than ever before, a CBS News analysis found.
Justice Department fires U.S. attorney hours after judges picked him for the job
A panel of judges in New York appointed a new top federal prosecutor in Albany after a Trump nominee was found to be serving unlawfully — but within hours, the Justice Department said it had fired the judges' new hire.
Bondi had list of a Democratic lawmaker's Epstein files "search history"
A high-profile House Democrat is accusing Attorney General Pam Bondi of "spying" on her search history while she pored through Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.
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Mystery of the missing minute from Epstein jail video solved
Documents that were part of the Epstein files release help explain why a video released from the night of Epstein's death was missing one minute close to midnight.
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Monk who led peace walk to D.C. tells CBS News peace "begins from within"
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, the Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara said the public support he received gives him hope for the future.
House votes to rescind Trump's Canada tariffs
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
Trump says governors from both parties are invited to White House, except 2 Democrats
President Trump says nearly all governors are welcome at the White House for a formal meeting and dinner next week, though the Democratic governors of Maryland and Colorado are still being excluded.
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.
McConnell released from hospital after weeklong stay for "flu-like symptoms"
"He is feeling better and will be working from home this week on the advice of his doctors," Sen. Mitch McConnell's spokesman said.
Airspace closure followed FAA, Pentagon spat over drone-related tests, sources say
Pentagon officials had undertaken planning to use military technology near Fort Bliss, in El Paso, to practice downing drones.
Data center building boom stirs pushback in state and local politics
The Trump administration is trying to supercharge the race to dominate artificial intelligence by fast-tracking federal permits for data centers, but some local homeowners are raising concerns.
House approves the SAVE America Act as GOP makes election bill push
The SAVE America Act would implement strict new requirements for registering to vote and casting ballots.
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Southwest's new boarding process off to bumpy start
Some travelers are finding they don't have storage above their seats when they get on the plane because early boarders are taking up the overhead bins.
Trump officials oust Abigail Slater as DOJ's antitrust chief, sources say
Top Trump administration officials had decided to terminate Abigail Slater as the Justice Department's antitrust chief just before she announced her departure on social media.
1,700-pound great white shark spotted off North Carolina coast
Contender, a 1,700-pound adult great white shark, was seen moving north after spending time in Florida waters.
Civil rights attorneys predict charges against Don Lemon, others will be dismissed
Inexperienced prosecutors are testing FACE Act in their case against Don Lemon. But the law has constitutional problems that make it untenable to charge misconduct in a house of worship.
USA's Jessie Diggins collapses after winning bronze at Winter Olympics
Team USA cross-country skier Jessie Diggins collapsed after crossing the finish line in the women's 10-kilometer interval start on Thursday. She was competing while injured.
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Southwest's new boarding process off to bumpy start
Some travelers are finding they don't have storage above their seats when they get on the plane because early boarders are taking up the overhead bins.
Trump officials oust Abigail Slater as DOJ's antitrust chief, sources say
Top Trump administration officials had decided to terminate Abigail Slater as the Justice Department's antitrust chief just before she announced her departure on social media.
Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview
"Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.
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.
Dispute over Cardi B's Super Bowl cameo roils prediction markets
Cardi B appeared during Bad Bunny's halftime show at the Super Bowl, but one prediction market says it's unclear whether she sang.
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Trump officials oust Abigail Slater as DOJ's antitrust chief, sources say
Top Trump administration officials had decided to terminate Abigail Slater as the Justice Department's antitrust chief just before she announced her departure on social media.
Civil rights attorneys predict charges against Don Lemon, others will be dismissed
Inexperienced prosecutors are testing FACE Act in their case against Don Lemon. But the law has constitutional problems that make it untenable to charge misconduct in a house of worship.
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Warren, Coons introduce bill to strengthen oversight of ICE and CBP
Amid negotiations with the White House, the pair of Democrats is pitching the bill as an enforcement mechanism to go alongside the changes they're seeking.
NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Senate to vote on DHS funding, but deal on ICE reforms appears unlikely
A deal to reform the administration's immigration enforcement operation has remained elusive, making another partial government shutdown likely.
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Moderna says FDA refuses its application for new mRNA flu vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration is refusing to consider Moderna's application for a new flu vaccine made with mRNA technology, the company said.
What to know about a new study on coffee, tea and dementia risk
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said the results of the study on coffee drinkers having lower risk of dementia should be taken "with a massive grain of salt."
Thousands of mothers were flagged to police over flawed drug tests at childbirth
The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that's a significant undercount.
Obamacare sign-ups drop, but the extent won't be clear for months
Experts say Affordable Care Act sign-up data won't be clear until people who were enrolled have paid — or not — their new, often much higher, premiums.
Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
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Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
NATO allies shrug off Hegseth no-show, adjust to slimmed-down U.S. role
America's NATO allies say they're not disappointed by top Trump administration officials skipping summits, as they ramp up their own regional defenses.
Breezy Johnson crashes out of women's Super-G race, but ends up engaged
Team USA star skier Breezy Johnson was thrown off course during the Super-G event in Italy, but she arrived at the bottom of the slope to a wedding proposal.
Border czar announces Minnesota immigration operation surge is ending
Border czar Tom Homan announced Thursday that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is concluding, with a drawdown of federal immigration officers set to occur over the course of next week.
U.S., Mexico seize tons of cocaine in "coordinated" Pacific operation
President Trump has threatened to slap additional tariffs on Mexico to pressure the country into beefing up drug raids and cartel arrests.
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Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Constance Zimmer, who stars in the new season of "The Lincoln Lawyer," talks about how she channels her powerful character in the series and why it's important for her to always make her characters relatable.
James Van Der Beek dies after cancer battle
James Van Der Beek, known for starring in "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," died Wednesday at the age of 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer. Vladimir Duthiers reports on the beloved actor's career.
"Dawson's Creek" co-stars remember James Van Der Beek: "One in a billion"
Katie Holmes and Busy Philipps are among the "Dawson's Creek" cast members sharing memories of James Van Der Beek after his death at age 48.
James Van Der Beek of "Dawson's Creek" dies at 48
James Van Der Beek, star of "Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues," has died at age 48, according to his publicist and a post from his wife on social media. Carter Evans has more on his life and career.
Looking back at James Van Der Beek's life
James Van Der Beek, the star of teen classics like "Varsity Blues" and "Dawson's Creek," has died at the age of 48. His wife posted about his death on Instagram on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
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Russia blocks WhatsApp as it pushes state-backed alternative on citizens
The messaging platform WhatsApp says Russia has "attempted to fully block" its service inside the country, "to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."
How did investigators recover Nancy Guthrie's doorbell footage?
Many are questioning how Nancy Guthrie's Google Nest surveillance footage was recovered days after officials said it was disconnected with no active subscription to store video.
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.
TikTok to launch local feed that taps users' geolocation data
The social media platform changed its privacy policy last month, inviting users to allow it to track their specific location.
Americans turn to AI for mental health advice
Millions of Americans are turning to AI for emotional therapy. A report in JAMA found about 13% of young people use AI chatbots for mental health advice. Dr. Sue Varma, a board-certified psychiatrist, explains what to know about safety, privacy and ethical standard concerns.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Lawmakers blast Pam Bondi on Epstein files
Abuse survivors were present during a fiery House Judiciary Committee hearing where lawmakers grilled Attorney General Pam Bondi about the latest batch of files released on the investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search
a pair of black gloves were found about a mile away from Nancy Guthrie's home, sources tell CBS News. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Black gloves found in Nancy Guthrie search, sources say
The gloves will be tested for DNA as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues.
Anger at Pam Bondi hearing over Epstein files
Attorney General Pam Bondi clashed with some lawmakers at her House Judiciary Committee hearing over the Epstein files and their release. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
More potential evidence in Nancy Guthrie case
Investigators have discovered a pair of black gloves more than a mile from Nancy Guthrie's home, a source close to the investigation tells CBS News. Bradley Blackburn reports and law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison breaks down more on the investigation.
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ULA rocket has booster problem while launching classified Space Force payloads
A United Launch Alliance Vulcan rocket carrying classified Space Force payloads suffered a booster problem but apparently made an otherwise "nominal" ascent to space, the company said.
New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
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U.S. takes silver at ice dance in Olympics
Madison Chock and Evan Bates won the silver medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics ice dance competition after a controversial call led to France winning gold. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady explains.
Chef José Andrés on feeding Gaza
World Central Kitchen's José Andrés is helping feed millions of meals in Gaza as dire conditions continue to impact Palestinians in the enclave. Andrés joined CBS News with more on his efforts.
Homan says Minnesota ICE operation ending
Border czar Tom Homan announced that Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota is ending. This comes after he took over operations following the death of two Americans involving federal officials.
Constance Zimmer on "The Lincoln Lawyer"
Constance Zimmer, who stars in the new season of "The Lincoln Lawyer," talks about how she channels her powerful character in the series and why it's important for her to always make her characters relatable.
Vote against Trump's Canada tariffs
A vote in the House of Representatives against President Trump's Canada tariffs received support from Democrats and six Republicans. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.