Navy corruption scandal mastermind "Fat Leonard" captured in Venezuela
Leonard Francis was boarding a flight to Cuba when he was taken into custody, the U.S. Marshals Service confirmed to CBS News.
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6/18: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," host John Dickerson interviews Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Bernie Sanders, and Attorney Jay Sekulow regarding the investigation, the change in policy towards Cuba, and the progress of the Senate Health Care bill.
The latest on the tragic shooting of two NYPD officers, the cyberattack on Sony by North Korea, the decision to normalize U.S.-Cuba relations, and more
The latest on the tragic shooting of two NYPD officers, the cyberattack on Sony by North Korea, the decision to normalize U.S.-Cuba relations, and more, with Sens. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, and Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, and others.
Lightning strike ignites fire at Cuban fuel farm
Several firefighters are missing and more than 70 people were injured when a massive fire broke out at a fuel farm in Cuba. The blaze was started by a lightning strike.
17 missing, dozens hurt as fire rages in Cuban oil tank farm
Cuban authorities say a fire set off by a lightning strike at an oil storage facility is raging uncontrolled in the city of Matanzas, where four explosions and flames injured nearly 80 people and left 17 firefighters missing.
Tropical Storm Alex eyes Bermuda
Tropical Storm Alex is barreling toward Bermuda after killing three in Cuba and dumping more than a foot of rain on southern Florida. On D-Day’s 78th anniversary, visitors in Normandy, France are honoring the nearly 160,000 troops who stormed the beach in the iconic WWII invasion. The pandemic sidelined celebrations the last two years. And “Top Gun: Maverick” was tops at the box office for the second weekend in a row.
Deadly explosion at hotel in Havana, Cuba
An explosion in Havana, Cuba, has killed at least eight people. The blast destroyed the facade of the upscale Saratoga hotel. Tanya Rivero has more.
Pretrial hearings resume for 9/11 defendants
As the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks approaches, pretrial hearings are resuming in Guantanamo Bay for five men accused of helping the 9/11 hijackers. Charges against the men were filed nine years ago, but the proceedings have experienced several delays. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Biden delivers voting rights speech
In a major speech on Tuesday, President Biden stressed the need to defend voting rights against Republican-led efforts to pass restrictive election reforms on the state level. However, some activists are disappointed after the president failed to mention any planned action related to the Senate filibuster. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, The Washington Post national political reporter Eugene Scott and Reuters White House correspondent Nandita Bose join "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the details and the latest on repercussions former President Trump's legal team is facing after making false election claims.
State Department, CIA establish federal payment rules for "Havana Syndrome" victims
Those suffering from the syndrome may be eligible for federal compensation ranging from about $140,000 to $187,000.
Biden hosts Day 2 of Summit of the Americas
President Biden is in Los Angeles to host leaders for the Summit of the Americas. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with a look at what we can expect.
Mexico's president isn't attending the Summit
The Summit of the Americas is underway in Los Angeles, but a key member won't be there. Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador says he's not attending. CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano spoke with former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico and current Counsel to White and Case in Mexico, Antonio Garza, about how this could impact the summit.
Summit of the Americas kicks off in Los Angeles
The United States is hosting the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles. The gathering includes world leaders from across North, South and Central America. Eric Farnsworth, the vice president of Council of the Americas, joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the summit.
Biden administration lifts restrictions on flights to Cuba imposed by Trump
The U.S. is making it easier for Americans to travel to Cuba, lifting flight restrictions that were established during the Trump administration.
Biden administration eases Venezuela, Cuba restrictions
The White House has announced plans to pull back on some economic sanctions on Venezuela, as well as lift Trump-era restrictions on Cuba that limited travel and visa processing. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe chats with Juan Gonzalez, a special assistant to the president and senior director for the Western Hemisphere on the National Security Council, about these changes on "Red and Blue."
Biden administration to expand flights and consular services in Cuba, official says
The new policies reverse Trump-era restrictions on family remittance and travel to the island.
Hotel Saratoga Havana explosion death toll rises to 43
Of the 43 people killed, at least 23 were workers at the hotel. Another 17 people remain hospitalized.
Havana hotel explosion death toll climbs to 35
A pregnant woman and 4 minors said to be among the victims of what authorities believe was likely a gas explosion at one of Cuba's most iconic hotels.
Desperate search for survivors in Cuba hotel blast as death toll rises
Havana's 96-room Hotel Saratoga once hosted dignitaries and celebrities, including Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
Cuba hotel blast kills more than 20
A powerful explosion apparently caused by a natural gas leak killed at least 22 people and injured dozens Friday when it blew away outer walls from the Hotel Saratoga in Havana.
Explosion at upscale Havana hotel kills 22 people, injures dozens
Fifty adults and 14 children were hospitalized after the blast, according to Cuba's president.
Multiple people killed in Cuba hotel explosion
Rescue efforts are underway in Havana, Cuba, after a deadly explosion at an upscale hotel killed at least 9 people.
Jane Doe's account of what happened at Cornell fraternity house
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
Judge blocks Trump's firing of top federal prosecutor in Seattle
Christa Pike's attorneys: Botched execution was "torturous" and "predictable"
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