Government shutdown deadlines approach
Lawmakers in Congress will resume talks on border control and foreign aid this month as deadlines to fund the government approach. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
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Looking back at U.S. politics in 2023
2023 has been a rough year in U.S. politics. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak joins with analysis.
Other efforts to bar Trump from ballot
Colorado isn't the only state where former President Donald Trump is facing efforts to disqualify him from the 2024 ballot. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi is following moves in California and Maine that may follow the Colorado Supreme Court's decision to exclude Trump from the state's primary ballot.
Supreme Court to hear Jan. 6, abortion cases
The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear two cases that could have major consequences on the future direction of the country. One case involves abortion pill access, even in states where it is legal, and the other could impact former President Donald Trump's prosecution. CBS News' Jan Crawford reports from the Supreme Court.
Zelenskyy meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill
On Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to meet with all U.S. senators and House Speaker Mike Johnson to make his appeal directly for more funding to fight off Russian forces. Zelesnkyy will then meet with President Biden, who invited the Ukrainian president to the White House in an attempt to add pressure on Congress to pass a national security package by the end of the year. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports from the White House.
Zelenskyy on Capitol Hill to ask for aid
Time is running out for Congress to pass a bill that would provide critical funding for Ukraine. Tuesday morning, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelesnkyy will make his appeal directly to lawmakers on Capitol Hill and will later meet with President Biden who invited him to Washington. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Zelenskyy to visit White House, Capitol Hill
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to visit the White House on Tuesday, accepting an invitation from President Biden. Zelenskyy will also meet with senators and the House speaker as time runs out for Congress to approve more funding to help in the war against Russia. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Congress sees growing number of retirements
A significant number of lawmakers are planning to walk away from their careers on Capitol Hill. Nearly 40 members of Congress are leaving at the end of their terms in January 2025. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Fighting words escalate on Capitol Hill
Two fiery exchanges on Capitol Hill Tuesday are exposing frayed nerves among lawmakers in Washington D.C. Claudia Grisales, a congressional correspondent with NPR, joins CBS News after witnessing an apparent physical altercation involving Reps. Kevin McCarthy and Tim Burchett.
Man with gun arrested in park near U.S. Capitol
A 21-year-old man was arrested after he was seen with a semi-automatic weapon near the U.S. Capitol. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Will Speaker Johnson prevent a shutdown?
Lawmakers have until Nov. 17 to reach consensus on how to fund the government, with a deadline looming on the current stopgap bill that is keeping the government going. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Lawmakers clash over Israel, Ukraine aid
House Republicans released a $14.3 billion standalone bill Monday that would pay for aid to Israel by cutting funding to the IRS, teeing up a collision with the White House and Democratic-controlled Senate. Mr. Biden and Senate Democrats also want to pair aid for Israel with aid to Ukraine, which some House Republicans oppose. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on the funding fight in Congress and Robert Berger, a CBS News contributor, gives an update on the situation in Gaza.
Mike Johnson faces pressing tasks in House
There are pressing matters awaiting new House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson, including government funding and requests for aid for Ukraine and Israel. The top congressional leadership seat was vacant for three weeks after Rep. Kevin McCarthy's ousting, paralyzing the chamber. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest from Capitol Hill.
How Mike Johnson became House speaker
Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson won the House speaker's gavel Wednesday after three chaotic weeks on Capitol Hill. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
The House has a speaker again — what now?
The House on Wednesday elected Republican Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana as speaker after three weeks of dysfunction. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa unpack what happens next.
Why did Tom Emmer drop his House speaker bid?
By Tuesday afternoon, Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer had clinched the Republican nomination for speaker of the House. By 5 p.m., Emmer dropped out -- unable to get 217 members of his own party to support him. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Tom Emmer drops House speaker bid
Republican Majority Whip Tom Emmer dropped his bid to be House speaker hours after he won a majority of votes in the GOP conference on Tuesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Capitol Police officer on trauma of Jan. 6
Officer Harry Dunn is opening up about his experience with trauma in the wake of the Jan. 6 attack. Dunn joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new memoir "Standing My Ground: A Capitol Police Officer's Fight for Accountability and Good Trouble After January 6th." He says he hopes to start an important dialogue about mental health.
Protesters on Capitol Hill call for Israel-Gaza cease-fire, hundreds arrested
Activists sat clapping and singing on the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building, holding up large banners that read "Ceasefire" and "Let Gaza Live."
Can a non-member of Congress be House speaker?
Republican Reps. Steve Scalise and Jim Jordan have said they will run for House speaker and are expected to pitch themselves to their conference next week. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains what it could take to get elected.
Rep. Henry Cuellar carjacked at gunpoint
Congressman Henry Cuellar of Texas says three young men wearing ski masks carjacked him at gunpoint outside his home in Washington, D.C., Monday night. His car was recovered by police a short time later. Cuellar spoke to reporters on Capitol Hill about what happened.
GOP divided over case for more Ukraine aid
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has returned to Washington, D.C. to push for more aid for Ukraine but some House Republicans are pushing back. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane have the latest from Capitol Hill.
Heated moments in Merrick Garland testimony
House Republicans accused Attorney General Merrick Garland of "weaponizing" the Justice Department in a House hearing Wednesday. Garland pushed back, saying he wasn't "the president's lawyer" or "Congress' prosecutor." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
McConnell back on Capitol Hill
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell returned to Congress on Tuesday, a week after experiencing a second freezing episode while answering questions from reporters in Kentucky. That episode came about a month after the 81-year-old stopped talking mid-sentence during a news conference at the Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Capitol physician provides details on McConnell
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to work Tuesday after appearing to freeze up twice in front of reporters over the summer. A letter from the Capitol's attending physician said there was "no evidence" McConnell suffered a stroke, a seizure disorder or has Parkinson's.
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Trump to speak on elections as sources say he'll raise allegations about China
President Trump is giving a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.
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U.S. launches another night of strikes as battle continues 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.
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.
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.
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.
Deadly helicopter crash in Hudson River likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says
A family of five from Spain, including three children, and the pilot died in the April 2025 crash.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Deadly helicopter crash in Hudson River likely caused by bird strike, NTSB says
A family of five from Spain, including three children, and the pilot died in the April 2025 crash.
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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 to speak on elections as sources say he'll raise allegations about China
President Trump is giving a primetime address on elections tonight, as he remains focused on the 2020 race.
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.
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.
Tillis says he won't support Blanche unless he meets with Epstein survivors
Sen. Thom Tillis said that Todd Blanche must meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's crimes before he'll vote to advance his nomination for attorney general out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Husband of Code Pink founder being probed under federal foreign agent and tax laws
Neville Roy Singham, who lives in Shanghai, China, is a major financial backer of a New York City-based nonprofit called the People's Forum, a left-leaning organization advocating for causes affecting the working class.
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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.
Alzheimer's blood test may show who's likely to develop it in 5 to 10 years
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
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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.
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.
Zelenskyy's move to oust popular defense chief draws major backlash
Ukrainians are demonstrating in Kyiv and senior figures announcing their resignations over President Volodymyr Zelenksyy's move to oust his popular defense chief.
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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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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Floods kill 2 in Texas
At least two people have died in Central Texas following multiple days of heavy rainfall and flooding, as authorities warn residents to seek higher ground immediately. Jason Allen reports and Rob Marciano has the forecast.
Air quality emergencies in 21 states
Smoke and ash from wildfires in Canada settled over major cities and towns this week, including Minneapolis and New York. Health officials warned that coughing and shortness of breath are risks for everyone outside, especially those with chronic conditions. Tom Hanson reports.
Beluga whales moving from Marineland to U.s.
Twenty-eight beluga whales are set to be relocated from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland to aquariums across the U.S. after federal officials approved an emergency import earlier this month as part of an international rescue effort. Jared Ochacher reports.
Trump to allege Chinese election meddling
President Trump is preparing a primetime speech tied to American election security, sources say. He is also pushing for passage of a voting regulations bill that would establish national voter ID and proof-of-citizenship standards. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Sources: Blanche meeting with Epstein victims
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is meeting Thursday with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein following pressure from senators, sources tell CBS News. Nicole Killion reports.