Transcript: Adam Schiff on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with California Congressman Adam Schiff that aired Sunday, January 17, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Schiff: Trump shouldn't receive intel briefings out of office
Congressman Adam Schiff, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, says "there's no circumstance" under which President Trump should receive intelligence briefings once he leaves office.
House measure urges removal of Trump
House Democrats are ramping up efforts to oust President Trump from office after last week's deadly assault at the U.S. Capitol. Lawmakers will vote on a measure today urging Vice President Mike Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she'll move forward with impeachment if that fails. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Rep. Adam Schiff on attack on the Capitol
Congressman Adam Schiff, House Intelligence Committee chair and House Manager during the Trump impeachment trial, joined "CBS This Morning" to discuss the attack on the U.S. Capitol and whether he thinks Congress will impeach President Trump before he leaves office on January 20.
Rep. Schiff on Trump firing Chris Krebs
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff is criticizing President Trump's decision to fire the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, Christopher Krebs, saying the president did so because Krebs would not back baseless claims of voter fraud. Rep. Schiff joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss Krebs' firing, as well as the future of the Democratic Party, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and if he's being considered for a potential role in the Biden administration.
House Intelligence Committee expands probe into DHS office
The announcement comes after a whistleblower alleged improper politicization at the Office of Intelligence and Analysis.
Impeachment process moves ahead
At noon Thursday, Senate leadership is expected to formally accept the articles of impeachment from the House of Representatives. This comes as new information has been released about the activities of one of the figures in the Ukraine investigation, Lev Parnas. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Top Democrats ask FBI for briefing on foreign interference targeting Congress
The leaders say they "believe it is imperative that the FBI provide a classified defensive briefing to all Members of Congress."
Rep. Schiff on John Bolton's new book
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the explosive new allegations in a book by former Trump administration National Security Adviser John Bolton. He also addresses Bolton's criticism of the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.
Schiff: Bolton "putting profit above country" with new Trump book
"You could certainly question — and I think should question — John Bolton's patriotism in withholding the information during an impeachment proceeding," Re. Adam Schiff said.
Schiff: Barr was "deliberately" misleading
California Rep. Adam Schiff, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, says Attorney General William Barr is "proven to be unreliable and misleading." Schiff joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss special counsel Robert Mueller's letter where he tells Barr his summary to Congress "did not fully capture the context, nature, and substance" of Mueller’s views on obstruction of justice.
Trump, Congress feud over investigations
President Trump stormed out of a scheduled meeting on infrastructure with Democratic leaders, after House Speaker Nancy Pelosi accused him of engaging in a "cover-up." CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss whether impeachment could be the Democrats' next move.
Pelosi resists calls for impeachment
More Democratic lawmakers and presidential candidates say they support impeaching President Trump following Robert Mueller's public remarks, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is still urging caution. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain what Congress may do next.
Schiff: Trump-Moscow a counterintelligence risk
Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, spoke at the beginning of a hearing on the counterintelligence implications of special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia report Wednesday.
Deepfakes raise 2020 concerns
As the House Intelligence Committee held a hearing on the latest disinformation tactics, Chairman Adam Schiff expressed concerns that deepfakes and other types of artificial-intelligence-generated synthetic data pose a threat to the U.S. election system.
Mueller to testify publicly before 2 House panels
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Adam Schiff on Trump impeachment inquiry
Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the House is launching a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump after his administration refused to hand over a whistleblower complaint related to Mr. Trump's interaction with a foreign leader. Democratic congressman Adam Schiff is chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, which is leading one of the six impeachment investigations. He has asked for a meeting with the whistleblower. He joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what he knows about the whistleblower.
Special Report: Trump-Ukraine call memo
The White House has released a memorandum of President Trump's July phone call with the president of Ukraine – a conversation that sparked a whistleblower complaint about the president's conduct by a member of the intelligence community. Gayle King, Anthony Mason and Tony Dokoupil anchor a CBS News Special Report on the latest developments.
What happens next with impeachment inquiry?
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has launched a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joins CBSN AM to discuss what happens next.
Rep. Adam Schiff on whistleblower complaint
Congressman Adam Schiff, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, says the "standards have been lowered for this president." He joins CBSN AM from Capitol Hill to talk about the whistleblower complaint about President Trump's conversation with Ukraine's leader, and the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.
Giuliani subpoenaed for Ukraine documents
Three House committees have issued a subpoena Monday demanding documents related to Ukraine from Rudy Giuliani, the president's personal lawyer, as part of the House's impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump. CBSN's Tanya Rivero reports.
What the subpoena means for Rudy Giuliani
House Democrats have subpoenaed President Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani for documents related to his interactions with Ukrainian officials. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis and CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall join CBSN's Tanya Rivero with analysis.
Adam Schiff: "Very fraught time" in history
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff spoke about ongoing efforts to carry out an impeachment inquiry of President Trump. He spoke along with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at her weekly press availability. Schiff has subpoenaed multiple administration officials, including Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Watch his remarks.
Schiff: Sondland's no-show is "obstruction"
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff admonished the Trump administration for preventing Ambassador Gordon Sondland, a key witness in the Ukraine dealings, from testifying behind closed doors before Congress. Watch Schiff's remarks.
Pelosi and Schiff update on impeachment inquiry
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Intelligence Committee chair Adam Schiff said they are not planning on holding a full House vote on the impeachment inquiry. Watch their full press conference here.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived a U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani told an international conference in the Qatari capital that international mediators, led by the U.S., are working toward the second phase of peace deal.
Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
Michael Annett won the Xfinity Series' season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway in 2019.
Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
Four protesters have been arrested after splattering food on the case of a diamond-encrusted crown at the Tower of London.
20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
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Michael Annett, former NASCAR racing star, dies at 39
Michael Annett won the Xfinity Series' season-opening race at Daytona International Speedway in 2019.
20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.
Trump's birthday added to list of free days at national parks; MLK Day, Juneteenth removed
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
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For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
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Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
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Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
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Afghan refugees forge their way on the soccer pitch
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Gaza ceasefire talks in "critical moment" as second phase in deal yet to begin
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani told an international conference in the Qatari capital that international mediators, led by the U.S., are working toward the second phase of peace deal.
Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado to travel to Oslo for peace prize
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11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
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Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
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Tim Blake Nelson on his new book "Superhero"
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Netlix and Warner Bros. deal sparks concern
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AVTT/PTTN perform "Received"
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AVTT/PTTN perform "Eternal Love"
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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