Trump on George Floyd video: "It doesn't get any worse than that"
The president expressed a different view on the shooting death of Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta.
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Criminal law expert calls for "dismantling" of policing in America
"The entire police function in this country has been built on this model of using force unnecessarily," Professor Angela Davis told "Face the Nation"s Margaret Brennan in an interview
N.J. men seen mocking George Floyd's death
A New Jersey corrections officer who took part in a counter-protest reenacting the death of George Floyd was suspended Tuesday after videos of the incident were widely shared on social media. Governor Phil Murphy condemned the act. CBSN Philly reports.
George Floyd's brother addresses Congress
Philonise Floyd, the younger brother of George Floyd, told a House Judiciary Committee hearing Wednesday that people of all races want to see more accountability and respect from police. 'I'm tired of pain ... I'm here to ask you to make it stop," he said. Watch his opening statement.
NAACP president reacts to George Floyd's death
More than two weeks after his death, George Floyd was laid to rest in his hometown of Houston on Tuesday. NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to give his reaction to the ceremony.
Floyd family says goodbye at somber funeral
Hundreds of George Floyd's friends, family and supporters said their final goodbyes in an emotional "homegoing" service for him. His family says this is only the beginning of their journey in George's name. Michelle Miller reports.
Club employee on Floyd and Chauvin
In an interview with Jeff Pegues, club worker talks about Floyd and Chauvin.
Minneapolis mayor on changing police culture
Minneapolis council members are pledging to defund or dismantle the police department following the death of George Floyd. The city's mayor, Jacob Frey, is opposing it and instead supporting police reform. Frey joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why there needs to be a culture shift in policing.
Senate GOP drafts police reform bill
A day after House Democrats unveiled a sweeping police reform bill, Republicans have released a draft of their own proposal that was spearheaded by South Carolina Senator Tim Scott. CBSN's Elaine Quijano breaks down the details with CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes, CBS News' Skyler Henry, and Yahoo News national reporter Marquise Francis.
Stacey Abrams on Georgia election "failure"
Fair Fight founder and 2018 Democratic nominee for Georgia governor Stacey Abrams joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Georgia's election day "failure," and who should be held responsible for what went wrong.
Rep. John Lewis "moved" by recent protests
Longtime Democratic congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis calls recent protests "very moving," and believes President Trump is the worst President for civil rights since the 1960s. Zak Cheney-Rice, a staff writer for New York Magazine's Intelligencer, recently interviewed Rep. Lewis and joined "Red and Blue" to discuss what he thinks about America's future.
Preview of police brutality hearing
George Floyd's brother, the family's attorney, civil rights leaders and law enforcement officials are among those testifying before lawmakers on Capitol Hill Wednesday. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joined CBSN to discuss the significance.
Republicans working on police reform bill
CBS News has obtained a draft of South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott's proposal to reform law enforcement. This comes after Democrats publicly released their own measure a few days ago. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joined CBSN with reaction.
Newark sees peaceful protests with no arrests
Last week, thousands spilled into the streets of Newark to protest after George Floyd's death. Michelle Miller speaks with the city's mayor about how police officers and community members worked together to keep the peace.
Congressional hearing on race and policing
George Floyd's brother, civil rights leaders and law enforcement officials are among those who testified Wednesday before the House Judiciary Committee at a hearing on race and policing. That comes as Minneapolis officials announced they were breaking off negotiations with the police union. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more from Washington.
Protesters and police clash in Europe
As protests against racism continue worldwide, European nations are also grappling with their colonial past and ways to move forward. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Police reform takes center stage at hearing
The House Judiciary Committee hearing on police brutality Wednesday came just days after House Democrats introduced a sweeping legislation on police reform. CBS News political reporter Grace Segers joined CBSN with more on the testimony, which including an emotional plea from the brother of George Floyd.
Jamelle Bouie: The police are rioting
The death of George Floyd has triggered calls for fundamental change to police forces across the country. New York Times opinion columnist Jamelle Bouie, who is also a political analyst for CBS News, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
George Floyd's brother says "stop the pain"
Philonise Floyd traveled to Washington, D.C. to urge Congress to do something about police brutality and march along Black Lives Matter Plaza with protesters. Nancy Cordes reports.
Lucille's owner on great-grandmother's legacy
Houston restaurant Lucille's, named for a 20th century African-American chef and entrepreneur who broke barriers in Texas, has survived both Hurricane Harvey and the coronavirus pandemic. On the day the city memorialized George Floyd, his family met with Joe Biden at the restaurant. Michelle Miller speaks to chef and owner Chris Williams.
Joint Chiefs chairman regrets church photo op
Joint Chiefs Chairman General Mark Milley expressed regret over joining President Trump and other administration officials on a walk through Lafayette Square after it was cleared of protesters, ending with a photo-op at St. John's Church. "I should not have been there," Milley said. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN with more on that plus the growing calls for law enforcement reform.
Portrayals of police on television face scrutiny amid protests
"Cops" and "Live PD" have both been canceled amid global protests against police brutality. And many are now criticizing how law enforcement is portrayed on television. Vulture's Kathryn VanArendonk joined CBSN to discuss the issue.
How these nationwide protests are different
Wesley Lowery, correspondent for "60 in 6" on Quibi, joins "CBS This Morning" from Minneapolis, where he's been reporting on the death of George Floyd. He was formerly at The Washington Post where he won a Pulitzer for his extensive coverage of police shootings and the Black Lives Matter movement. Lowery gives some perspective on how we got here and why he believes this movement is different.
Trump expected to sign order on police use of force
President Trump says he is preparing to release an executive order related to the use of force by law enforcement. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and Yahoo News national reporter Marquise Francis join CBSN to discuss.
Buffalo mayor unveils police reform policy
Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown unveiled a new police reform policy on Wednesday, some of which will be enacted immediately through an executive order. Last week, the Buffalo Police Department drew nationwide criticism after video showed officers shoving a 75-year-old protester. Two officers have been suspended and charged with felony assault. Brown joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss his plans to change law enforcement in Buffalo.
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
U.S. airman faces charges for criticizing Trump over Iran war
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88.
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Iran says it's ready for new U.S. sanctions, has 2-year plan
Iran's economy minister says the country has been preparing for the sanctions U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described as the "greatest financial offensive" ever.
Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from Hasan Piker
Popular left-wing streamer Hasan Piker drew stiff criticism from prominent Democrats on Monday after arguing that some Jewish Americans' support for Israel is "making antisemitism worse."
Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
South Carolina holds runoff to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham on ballot
Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, is facing off against Rep. Ralph Norman for the GOP nomination.
Watch Live: Lindsay Clancy trial resumes with forensic psychologist testimony
Lindsay Clancy's murder trial resumes Tuesday in Massachusetts with more testimony from a forensic psychologist hired by the prosecution.
Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to overturn sex-trafficking conviction
A federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to toss out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
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Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
United Airlines to add 10 new international routes. See where.
The new overseas routes represent the largest expansion in the airline's history, United said.
Musk's data centers push out family that's owned land for generations
A plant in Southaven, Mississippi, that powers Elon Musk's SpaceXAI data centers in the area has sparked backlash from residents concerned about noise and air pollution.
U.S. airman faces charges for criticizing Trump over Iran war
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88.
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
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Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
United Airlines to add 10 new international routes. See where.
The new overseas routes represent the largest expansion in the airline's history, United said.
Callaway Golf CEO says "mistakes were made" over controversial ad
The ad for a new driver had sparked an online backlash, with viewers criticizing the spot for trivializing violence against women.
Why Trump's Canada tariffs are likely to have a modest impact on prices
Although some Canadian goods will get more expensive in the U.S., trade experts don't expect a broader inflation spike.
Gen Xers fret over Social Security. "I will likely be working in retirement."
Millions of Generation X Americans expect to depend on Social Security as their main — or only — source of retirement income.
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Abdul El-Sayed distances himself from Hasan Piker
Popular left-wing streamer Hasan Piker drew stiff criticism from prominent Democrats on Monday after arguing that some Jewish Americans' support for Israel is "making antisemitism worse."
Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
U.S. airman faces charges for criticizing Trump over Iran war
The charges against Major Jason Watson are believed by his attorneys to be among the only instances for officers of his rank in the history of the U.S. military to be charged under Article 88.
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
Judge rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to overturn sex-trafficking conviction
A federal judge on Tuesday rejected Ghislaine Maxwell's effort to toss out her 2021 conviction on sex-trafficking charges and 20-year prison sentence.
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Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as victories.
8-year-old girl dies from brain-eating amoeba infection in Louisiana
Lillian Smart, 8, has died after being infected by an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba that is found in warm freshwater, her family said.
Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
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Gun-running ship located 78 years after being sunk by Israeli military
In June 1948, Israeli forces opened fire and sank the boat in waters off Tel Aviv on the orders of David Ben Gurion, Israel's first prime minister.
U.K. estate used as Wayne Manor in "Batman Begins" must be surveyed for bats
Since being built in the 1850s, Mentmore Towers has been featured in "Batman Begins" and other movies, but has fallen into disrepair.
Will the U.S. sanctions against Iran work if they don't include China?
Analysts say without meaningful sanctions against China, Iran will likely survive this latest round of financial punishment.
Russian ex-official says "unknown sources" could attack U.K. drone plants
Former senior Russian diplomat says U.K. factories making drones for Ukraine "could be attacked - not by Russia, but from unknown sources."
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
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U.K. estate used as Wayne Manor in "Batman Begins" must be surveyed for bats
Since being built in the 1850s, Mentmore Towers has been featured in "Batman Begins" and other movies, but has fallen into disrepair.
Misty Copeland on retirement and her new book
Misty Copeland, who retired from ballet last year, sits down with "CBS Mornings" to give an update on how retirement is going and to share details about the new book in her young adult series, "StarFire Academy."
Nayeema Raza on "Smart Girl Dumb Questions"
Nayeema Raza, who hosts the podcast "Smart Girl Dumb Questions," joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the inspiration behind the show and share some of her favorite "dumb" questions. Plus, she helps Gayle, Nate and Vlad figure out who's the best flirt.
"Cooking with Levi" family on new cookbook
Levi Zhang and his parents share some recipes from their new cookbook and talk about how their viral videos started.
Bunny Levine, "Gilmore Girls" and "La La Land" actress, dies at 97
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
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Musk's data centers push out family that's owned land for generations
A plant in Southaven, Mississippi, that powers Elon Musk's SpaceXAI data centers in the area has sparked backlash from residents concerned about noise and air pollution.
Elon Musk's data centers spark backlash
In Southaven, Mississippi, some residents are pushing back on SpaceXAI's expanding footprint in the region.
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.
Key takeaways from China's robot games
China's World Humanoid Robot Games is a technological showcase, but also a possible glimpse into the future of robotics. Anna Coren reports.
How the Robot Games are going in Beijing
The World Humanoid Robot Games are underway in Beijing, China, in a stadium repurposed from the 2022 Winter Olympics. Many of the machines on display can now outrun and out-jump even the best real-life Olympians. Anna Coren has the story.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Lindsay Clancy's faith is not on trial
The judge in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy denied a mistrial request from her attorneys but scolded the prosecution after a witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports, and legal analyst Joe Tamburino weighs in.
Dramatic moment in Lindsay Clancy trial
Lindsay Clancy's defense team asked for a mistrial after a prosecution witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. The judge denied the request but reprimanded prosecutors. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has the latest analysis.
49ers' Jed York could face NFL punishment
San Francisco 49ers owner and CEO Jed York was arrested in Ohio over the weekend and pleaded no contest to amended charges originally stemming from a prostitution arrest. Now, he could face punishment from the NFL. Carter Evans reports.
Lindsay Clancy trial final witness expected
The prosecution's final rebuttal witness is expected Tuesday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her children in a state of postpartum psychosis. Closing arguments are expected Wednesday.
Multiple people dead, including kids, in shooting and fire at Montana home
The suspect in the incident later died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, law enforcement said.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Lindsay Clancy's faith is not on trial
The judge in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy denied a mistrial request from her attorneys but scolded the prosecution after a witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports, and legal analyst Joe Tamburino weighs in.
CIA director on secret trip in Russia
CIA Director John Ratcliffe is in Moscow, Russia, for a round of meetings, sources told CBS News on Tuesday. The nature of the trip is unclear.
Latest analysis of midterm elections
President Trump's Darline Graham endorsement will be tested in today's special Republican Senate runoff in South Carolina. Kyle Kondik, managing editor of "Sabato's Crystal Ball," the newsletter for UVA's Center for Politics, shares his analysis of Republican strategy.
Dramatic moment in Lindsay Clancy trial
Lindsay Clancy's defense team asked for a mistrial after a prosecution witness brought up Clancy's religious beliefs. The judge denied the request but reprimanded prosecutors. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi has the latest analysis.
Air Force officer charged for Trump criticism
Legal experts will have to decode rare criminal charges against Major Jason Watson, an Air Force officer who publicly criticized President Trump. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more details on this unusual case.