Thursday's Jan. 6 hearing draws over 17 million viewers
An estimated 13.6 million of Thursday's viewers, or 77 percent, were age 55 and older, Nielsen said.
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Jan. 6 witnesses say Trump refused to stop riot
The Jan. 6 committee unveiled new evidence that former President Donald Trump watched TV as the violence unfolded at the Capitol and chose not to act, despite pleas from top advisers, Republican lawmakers and his family. Nikole Killion has the details.
Former DHS chief believes there's enough evidence for charges against Trump
"I suspect that an aggressive federal prosecutor would regard this as a prosecutable, indictable case."
Jan. 6 hearing to focus on Trump's actions during riot
The Jan. 6 committee is holding its last planned hearing for the summer. The focus will be the 187 minutes between when then-President Donald Trump's Ellipse speech ended, and when he released a recorded video statement calling on rioters to go home. Nikole Killion reports.
Jan. 6 panel to detail 187 minutes of Capitol attack
Scott MacFarlane takes a deeper dive into what was happening during the 187 minutes between when then-President Donald Trump's Ellipse speech ended, and when he released a recorded video statement calling on rioters to go home.
Secret Service turns over just one Jan 6. text exchange
The Jan. 6 House committee has received only one text message exchange from the U.S. Secret Service. It comes as the panel was expecting to receive a month's worth of text messages from the agency ahead of the next Jan. 6 hearing. Associated Press White House reporter Chris Megerian joins John Dickerson to discuss the deleted messages and the latest on Capitol Hill.
Steve Bannon's contempt trial begins
Former Trump aide Steve Bannon's criminal trial begins Monday, despite arguments from his attorney that the Washington-based jury will not be able to be unbiased in the case. CBS congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain the case set against Bannon and how it could be affected by the Jan. 6 committee's Thursday hearing.
Secret Service accused of deleting Jan. 6 texts
The U.S. Secret Service is accused of deleting text messages from before and during the Capitol attack after investigators requested them. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with the latest on this and other news from Capitol Hill.
Cheney says Trump tried to contact witness
Jan. 6 committee vice chair Liz Cheney said Tuesday former President Donald Trump tried to contact a witness who has not yet publicly testified. "Let me say one more time, we will take any effort to influence witness testimony very seriously," she said.
Pat Cipollone faces deadline to testify
Former President Trump's White House counsel Pat Cipollone is facing a deadline to give sworn testimony before the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details on that and on subpoenas in Georgia to Trump allies.
House Jan. 6 committee announces next hearing for July 12
The committee has not yet announced a focus, or if there will be any witnesses.
Trump White House counsel Pat Cipollone subpoenaed by Jan. 6 committee
The news comes a day after an aide to former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows told the committee that Cipollone pushed back on Trump's efforts to go to the Capitol on January 6.
Filmmaker Alex Holder: Trump saw violence on Jan 6. as an "inevitability"
CBS News exclusively obtained a clip of Ivanka Trump's interview with the documentary filmmaker.
CBS News obtains images from footage given to panel
CBS News has obtained two photos from British documentary filmmaker Alex Holder's three-part series "Unprecedented." Holder interviewed President Trump and Ivanka Trump and gave footage of Trump family interviews to the committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack. Robert Costa has the details.
Trump defends mob that stormed U.S. Capitol
Former President Trump, furious with the testimony of his former aides at the Jan. 6 hearings, defended the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol, saying he may pardon them if he returns to the White House. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Jan. 6 rioters came within 40 feet of Pence
The Jan. 6 committee revealed during a public hearing that rioters came within 40 feet of former Vice President Mike Pence's hiding spot in the Capitol while the building was under siege. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on former President Trump's phone call with Pence on January 6 and why the Justice Department wants the committee's interview transcripts.
Jan. 6 Committee holds second public hearing
The U.S. House Select Committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol held its second public hearing Monday which focused on the testimony of Trump's advisors—including his son-in-law, who claims Trump was told that election fraud claims were false but he still ignored their advice. CBS News Congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Jan. 6 hearing delayed for "family emergency"
The January 6 committee's hearing on Monday was delayed because of former Trump campaign manager Bill Stepien's "family emergency." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and Vice News chief political correspondent Liz Landers spoke to Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the delay and what to expect from the hearing.
Emotional testimony at gun violence hearing
Doctors, families of victims, and survivors of mass shootings testified before the House Oversight Committee during a hearing on gun violence. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the emotional testimony, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on possible gun legislation on Capitol Hill.
Texas school shooting survivor recounts massacre
Miah Cerillo, a fourth grader who survived the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, testified before the House Oversight and Reform Committee today. CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano also spoke with Robin Lloyd, the managing director at Giffords, an organization that aims to end gun violence.
Uvalde survivor to testify on Capitol Hill
Miah Cerrillo, the 11-year-old girl who covered herself in a classmate's blood and played dead during the Uvalde, Texas school shooting will speak to lawmakers Wednesday morning at a hearing about gun violence. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what to expect from that hearing, as well as progress on bipartisan gun control talks and actor Matthew McConaughey's push for gun legislation.
Proud Boys charged with sedition
Five members of the Proud Boys, including the right-wing group's former leader, are facing new charges of seditious conspiracy for their alleged roles in the January 6 riot. All five were already facing other charges, including conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding.
Jan. 6 committee to begin public hearings
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol is expected to hold several public hearings, with the first one scheduled for prime-time this Thursday evening. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with a look at what we can expect.
White House, senators attempt to prepare a bill to end gun violence
Democrat and Republican negotiators working on new gun legislation are hopeful they can reach a compromise despite their clear differences. Serena Marshall on the lastest from Capitol Hill.
Gun law debate continues in Washington
In the wake of the Uvalde school shooting, a bipartisan group of senators is debating measures to curb gun violence. Meanwhile, Rep. Liz Cheney, vice chair of the House Select Committee investigating the January 6 attack, says there is "a cult of personality around Donald Trump." CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Trump revisits disputed claims about election security and declassifies documents
In a primetime address, President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls "catastrophically short," revisiting a topic that has drawn his attention for years — and making claims that election experts have heavily disputed.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Universities get funding from foreign entities on U.S. watch lists, records show
The State Department is cracking down on universities accepting funding from foreign entities on U S. government watch lists.
Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term
Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.
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U.S. concludes another night of Iran strikes amid battle over Strait of Hormuz
Iran said it would attack "all infrastructure in the region" if President Trump follows through on his threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell is being investigated as a possible source for a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people.
Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in swath of U.S.
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is engulfing large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week.
At least 2 dead in Central Texas flooding as torrential rain slams region
More than a foot of rain has fallen since Monday, triggering dangerous flash flooding in Central Texas.
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Trump revisits disputed claims about election security and declassifies documents
In a primetime address, President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls "catastrophically short," revisiting a topic that has drawn his attention for years — and making claims that election experts have heavily disputed.
Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Blanche holds meeting with Epstein accusers after Tillis' request
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein following a demand to do so by a Republican senator whose support is crucial to advancing his nomination to lead the Justice Department.
Dozens of Marineland's whales coming to U.S. through rescue plan
Dozens of beluga whales are set to be relocated from the shuttered Canadian theme park to aquariums across the United States through an international emergency rescue effort, officials said.
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Trump Media to sell faster access to president's Truth Social posts
"Markets already move on Truth Social posts," the company's chief executive said in the Truth API announcement.
Airlines say permanent daylight saving time won't be simple
Adjusting to permanent daylight saving time would cause significant disruptions to schedules and operations, an airline trade group said.
Teleprompter operator made over $100K betting on Trump speeches
After detecting suspicious activity on the teleprompter operator's account, Kalshi investigated and then referred the case to federal regulators.
Nearly 736,000 Pillsbury rolls recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall includes cases of Pillsbury "Hard Roll Dough" and "Kaiser Roll Dough" bread rolls, which are marketed to businesses.
Foreclosures surged 21% in the first half of 2026, new data shows
The state with the biggest jump in foreclosure activity was Idaho, where filings increased 59% compared to the same time last year.
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Trump revisits disputed claims about election security and declassifies documents
In a primetime address, President Trump alleged the U.S. election system falls "catastrophically short," revisiting a topic that has drawn his attention for years — and making claims that election experts have heavily disputed.
Trump falsely alleges voting machines are "vulnerable" and "easily compromised"
President Trump alleged voting machines and ballot-counting systems are "extremely exposed to attack" — but experts say voting machines are subject to intense controls.
Fact checking Trump speech on election security
President Trump is delivering a speech on election security Thursday night at the White House.
Blanche holds meeting with Epstein accusers after Tillis' request
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche met with accusers of Jeffrey Epstein following a demand to do so by a Republican senator whose support is crucial to advancing his nomination to lead the Justice Department.
Thousands of election-focused workers cut during Trump's 2nd term
Since the beginning of his second administration, the government has cut thousands of workers who were tasked with ensuring secure elections in the U.S.
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FDA approves new cholesterol pill
The FDA has approved a new daily cholesterol pill that works differently from popular statins and may deliver better results for some people. Dr. Corey Bradley, a cardiologist at Columbia University's Irving Medical Center, joins "CBS Evening News" to discuss.
FDA names likely cyclosporiasis source
The FDA has identified Taylor Farms as the likely source of lettuce contaminated with the parasite behind cyclosporiasis, as the outbreak grows. Mark Strassmann reports.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell is being investigated as a possible source for a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people.
Doctors question plan to screen military members for low testosterone
Doctors raised a range of concerns about a testosterone screening policy announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which is likely to be costly to implement.
Introducing Norah O'Donnell's new health podcast
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
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Dozens of Marineland's whales coming to U.S. through rescue plan
Dozens of beluga whales are set to be relocated from the shuttered Canadian theme park to aquariums across the United States through an international emergency rescue effort, officials said.
U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Climate extremes fuel explosive wildfires in Canada and western U.S.
One climatologist said "a perfect storm" of climate extremes primed the western U.S. for one of its worst fire seasons in a decade. Meanwhile, Canadian wildfire smoke fills the air.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
From Balogun's red card to an upset run, some of the World Cup's biggest stories
Spain is looking to secure a World Cup victory for the first time in 16 years, and Argentina enters Sunday hoping to become back-to-back champions.
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From the archives: Pat Oliphant and the art of political cartoons
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Pat Oliphant, whose acidic drawings skewering political figures were syndicated in as many as 500 publications around the world, died on July 13, 2026 at age 90. In this April 16, 2000 "Sunday Morning" story, Oliphant talked with Morley Safer about caricature, censorship, and the influence of the first great political cartoonist, 19th century French master Honoré Daumier, whose grotesque drawings of King Louis Philippe led to a curtailment of press freedom in France in 1835.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
"Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill's cause of death revealed
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
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Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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.
Mississippi residents decry data center plant
Residents of Southaven, Mississippi, are sounding off about a data center plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area, likening the constant noise to being tortured.
Meta announces new safety features
Meta announced it is introducing new features to help protect teens using Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, including alerting a parent if their child discusses self-harm with one of its AI chatbots. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
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U.S. designates cartel on Texas border as foreign terrorist organization
The Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras joined six other Mexican criminal organizations that the U.S. considers terrorist groups.
Woman speaks in support of Blanche at hearing
Antioch, Illinois, mother Jennifer Bos voiced her support for Todd Blanche at his confirmation hearing to become attorney general. Bos advocates for stricter immigration policy after her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant.
Sons of man killed by ICE agent speak out
Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., the sons of the Mexican man who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about their father's death.
New details emerge in Nolan Wells case
Newly obtained GPS data from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources tracks the movements of the boat that Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was on before he went missing. Wells was found dead after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island with friends. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest on the investigation.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Trump speaks on elections | Special Report
President Trump on Thursday delivered a primetime address about election security where he railed against China. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Doctor on wildfire smoke health risks
Millions of Americans across the Northeast and Midwest were under air quality alerts this week as smoke from Canadian and Minnesota wildfires settled in. At the same time, some of those same areas saw severe heat. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Sen. Warner slams Trump's primetime speech
Sen. Mark Warner joins CBS News with his reaction to President Trump's primetime address on Thursday about U.S. election security.
Trump rails against China in primetime speech
President Trump addressed the U.S. in a primetime speech on Thursday night about election security, launching allegations against China. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Judge slams Trump, DOJ over IRS lawsuit
This week, a federal judge slammed President Trump, his lawyers, and the Justice Department over the president's lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more details and analysis.