Sen. Claire McCaskill confirms unsuccessful Russian hacking attempt
The Missouri Democrat confirmed a Daily Beast report that Russia's GRU tried to break into her computer system last year
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Report: Global democracy is in decline
A recent report suggests that despite more elections globally, democracy is on the decline. Larry Diamond, co-editor of the Journal of Democracy, joins CBSN to talk about how the world can stop this trend and foster more democracy.
Florida voters weigh in before midterms
CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe recently traveled to Miami to speak with four voters -- two Republicans, one Democrat and one independent -- ahead of the midterm elections. He joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss his conversation.
Commentary: Medicare for all? Abolish ICE? Maybe not
Centrists push back on far left agenda represented by Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders
Sanders: "We hear your pain" should be Dem message
Sen. Bernie Sanders spoke Friday with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan amid campaign trip through GOP-heavy Kansas
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez on their progressive push in deep-red states
One a longtime figure and the other a rising star in Democratic politics, they're trying to make waves in unlikely places
Trump Helsinki comments backlash
President Trump backtracked this week on the statements he made a press conference in Helsinki, where he appeared to accept Russian President Putin's claims that his country did not meddle in the 2016 U.S. election. The comments were criticized on both sides of the aisle, but White House press secretary Sarah Sanders announced Thursday that Putin has been invited to Washington in the fall. Politico reporter and "Politico Playbook" co-author Daniel Lippman joins CBSN to discuss.
Dickerson on power of presidential diplomacy
"CBS This Morning" co-host John Dickerson shares his thoughts on the big stories of the week in our series, Reporter's Notebook. In this installment, he looks back at the power of presidential foreign diplomacy, past and present.
Most Americans disapprove of Trump on summit
A new CBS News poll finds only 32 percent of Americans approve of the way President Trump handled his summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. But it's a different story along party lines. Sixty-eight percent of Republicans approve of what Mr. Trump did compared to only 8 percent of Democrats. Anthony Salvanto, CBS News' director of elections and surveys, takes CBSN through his findings.
Comey urges voters to support Democrats in fall
Comey, who once considered himself a Republican, says Americans who "believe in this country's values", must vote Democrat
Trump backtracks on summit statements
President Trump backtracked Tuesday on statements he made disputing the U.S. intelligence community's assessment that Russia meddled in the 2016 presidential election. The Hill's Julia Manchester joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest.
Lawmakers slam Helsinki press conference
Both Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill are slamming President Trump's Helsinki press conference with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell reaffirmed the U.S.' alliance with Europe. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss.
Lawmakers respond to Trump-Putin summit
President Trump is facing criticism over remarks he made following his summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Lawmakers are criticizing Mr. Trump over his comments that he believes Putin -- who said Russia did not interfere in the 2016 U.S. presidential election despite assessments by U.S. intelligence agencies that says otherwise. Molly Hooper, CBSN political contributor and Capitol Hill reporter for The Hill, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest.
Cynthia Nixon talks running for governor
Former "Sex and the City" star and current candidate for New York governor Cynthia Nixon recently sat down for an interview with Bustle's senior political reporter Erin Delmore to discuss her take on the current state of affairs in the United States. Delmore joined us to share what she took away from the interview with Nixon, including Nixon's concern about the future of Roe vs. Wade and marriage equality under President Trump's leadership; the direction the Democratic Party is heading; and what her celebrity status means for her race against Gov. Andrew Cuomo in September's primary.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stumps for Democrats in the Midwest
The Democratic rising star is stumping for two young, progressive Democrats hoping to win primaries in Kansas and Michigan
Republicans criticize Trump
Republican lawmakers joined Democrats in criticizing President Trump's refusal to say that Russia interfered in the 2016 U.S. presidential election. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes spoke to CBSN about what legislative actions members of Congress are considering.
Trump facing criticism over Putin meeting
President Trump's acceptance of Vladimir Putin's denials of Russian meddling in the election did not sit will with many in his own party. Some of the sharpest rebukes came from retiring Republicans. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan explains.
Possible outcomes of the Trump-Putin summit
Former U.S. ambassador to Russia William Burns and "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS senior foreign affairs correspondent, Margaret Brennan, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the possible outcomes of the meeting between President Trump and President Putin. When asked about their contrasting styles, Burns says Putin has an advantage on Trump when it comes to experience, especially in a one on one meeting.
Sources: Trump fist-bumped Turkish president
Eurasia Group president and CBS News senior global affairs contributor Ian Bremmer joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss new reporting about what happened behind the scenes at last week’s NATO summit. NATO leaders declared an emergency session to address Mr. Trump’s hammering of America's allies over their defense spending. Sources tell Bremmer Mr. Trump, growing frustrated with their lack of commitment to up their spending, turned to Turkish leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan and said "you do things the right way" and fist-bumped him.
Trump: DNC "should be ashamed" of hack
President Trump said in an interview over the weekend with Jeff Glor, he may ask Vladimir Putin to extradite the Russians indicted for hacking DNC servers during the 2016 election, but seemed to shift blame for the crime onto Democrats themselves. Glor joins "CBS This Morning" with more from his interview with the president.
Trump and Putin address media ahead of summit
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the media ahead of their meeting Monday. Trump congratulated Putin on a "successful World Cup" and said, "getting along with Russia is a good thing, not a bad thing." See their full remarks, along with analysis from Elizabeth Palmer and Major Garrett.
Does Trump-Putin meeting end an Obama legacy?
Ahead of President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin’s highly anticipated meeting in Helsinki, Finland “Face the Nation” moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the significance of the meeting, how Mr. Trump might fare during a negotiation with the Russian president and why the summit signals the end of yet another Obama legacy.
Trump arrives for Putin meeting
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are on their way to Finland’s presidential palace where the president will meet with Vladimir Putin. Mr. Trump has been urged to confront the Russian president on several topics, including friday's U.S. indictment of 12 Russian military intelligence officers accused of hacking the computers of Democratic party officials during the last presidential election. While the president is trying to diminish the significance of the meeting, it is drawing huge interest from around the world. Norah O'Donnell reports from Helsinki, Finland.
Rep. Crowley on losing to Ocasio-Cortez
Rep. Joe Crowley, D-New York, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss his loss to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in his congressional primary, and what it says about where the Democratic Party is going.
Crowley says stunning loss to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez "is on me"
"I had wonderful volunteers, hundreds of them and a great campaign effort and sometimes you just come up short," Crowley told "Face the Nation"
U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles in Iran war, sources say
CBS News has previously reported that the U.S. has dwindling stockpiles of defensive interceptors and long-range missiles.
El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
Tuesday's Michigan Democratic Senate primary race remains unsettled, with progressive Abdul El-Sayed holding onto a narrow lead over moderate Haley Stevens with votes still being counted.
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Progress made in Strait of Hormuz talks, Rubio says
The secretary of state said progress has been made in the Iran-Oman talks but that no final agreement has been reached, adding, "We're hoping that will happen very shortly."
Man carrying ammo arrested near Trump National Golf Course before president's visit
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Course in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
Rick Brattin wins Republican primary for Missouri seat redrawn to favor GOP
Trump-endorsed Rick Brattin won the GOP primary for Missouri's 5th Congressional District, CBS News projects, setting up a battle against an 11-term Democrat in a district that was made far more GOP-leaning.
Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
Rep. Wesley Bell on Tuesday beat former congresswoman Cori Bush in a heated primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
SpaceX rocket on 5,400-mph collision course with the moon
The impact wasn't to be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Virginia's 2nd District to see rematch between Kiggans, Luria
Democrat Elaine Luria, who previously served four years in Congress, lost to Republican Rep. Jennifer Kiggans in 2022.
FBI not conducting civil rights probe into ICE shooting in Maine, sources say
The deadly encounter between an ICE officer and Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero on July 13 in Biddeford, Maine, is the latest in a growing string of clashes between civilians and ICE agents.
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Rick Brattin wins Republican primary for Missouri seat redrawn to favor GOP
Trump-endorsed Rick Brattin won the GOP primary for Missouri's 5th Congressional District, CBS News projects, setting up a battle against an 11-term Democrat in a district that was made far more GOP-leaning.
Ollivant projected to win GOP primary in battleground Virginia district
Republican Douglas Ollivant will run against Democratic Rep. Eugene Vindman in November.
Idaho In-N-Out shooting victims remembered by loved ones: "She lit up a room"
Three people were killed and seven others were wounded in the Saturday attack in Twin Falls, Idaho. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.
State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
Man carrying ammunition arrested near Trump National Golf Club before president's visit
Federal authorities arrested a man who appeared to be monitoring security-planning activities at Trump National Golf Club in LA County ahead of the president's Southern California visit.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Chipotle removes jalapeños linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Dow soars 900 points on strong corporate profits, hopes of Iran deal
Stocks notched new record highs on Tuesday as oil prices dipped and companies reported healthy profits.
More adult children live at home now than during the pandemic
One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.
"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes
Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.
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El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
Tuesday's Michigan Democratic Senate primary race remains unsettled, with progressive Abdul El-Sayed holding onto a narrow lead over moderate Haley Stevens with votes still being counted.
Democratic Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez and Trump-backed Republican advance in Washington primary
Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Republican state Sen. John Braun will advance to a general election in Washington's 3rd District, one of the most hotly contested House contests of this year, CBS News projects.
Rick Brattin wins Republican primary for Missouri seat redrawn to favor GOP
Trump-endorsed Rick Brattin won the GOP primary for Missouri's 5th Congressional District, CBS News projects, setting up a battle against an 11-term Democrat in a district that was made far more GOP-leaning.
Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
Rep. Wesley Bell on Tuesday beat former congresswoman Cori Bush in a heated primary in Missouri's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Shannon Taylor wins Democratic primary in Virginia's 1st District
Virginia Democrats are refocusing on a handful of GOP-held seats in Virginia after the state Supreme Court struck down a redrawn congressional map that favored Democrats in all but one district.
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Chipotle suspected in salmonella outbreak
At least 110 people have fallen ill from salmonella in Minnesota, the vast majority of whom reported having eaten at the Mexican chain Chipotle. Tom Hanson has the story.
Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
Two people have died of cyclosporiasis in Michigan, officials said Monday, as the state battles the worst outbreak of the disease in the country. Carter Evans has the details.
Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
She went to "hell and back" for a diagnosis. Then her sister showed symptoms.
Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
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Video shows drone attacking vegetable vendor in Ukraine
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the footage shows how Russian soldiers "take pleasure in killing" civilians.
State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles, sources say
CBS News has previously reported that the U.S. has dwindling stockpiles of defensive interceptors and long-range missiles.
Nazi ships, mammoth bones emerge as Danube River dries up
Water levels on the Danube River have dropped so low that dozens of World War II German battleships – and even the remains of an ancient woolly mammoth — are emerging into view.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
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Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
Ariana Grande on her plans to take break
One day after announcing she'll step back from the spotlight after her tour ends, Ariana Grande spoke directly to fans at Monday night's show in Chicago. The singer said the decision was her own and "was made from a thoughtful and empowered place."
Jordan Roth talks "The Shards"
Tony Award-winning producer Jordan Roth talks about starring in the "The Shards" and describes what it was like to go from behind the scenes on Broadway to making his major on-screen acting debut.
Hollywood on hot streak at the box office
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" leapt straight to the top of the box office this weekend. Its $360 million opening weekend debut is the biggest in U.S. history. Marlow Stern, chief correspondent at Variety, joins CBS News to discuss all the latest movie news.
"My Favorite Person" takes over socials
A social media trend encouraging users to share what they love about their favorite person is bringing light to TikTok and other platforms.
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SpaceX shows strong growth in its first earnings report since IPO
Elon Musk's rocket, satellite and AI provider reported quarterly revenue of $7.8 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts.
Top AI execs may meet with Trump officials
Top executives from leading artificial intelligence companies are set to meet with White House officials, according to media reports. Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent for Puck News, has more.
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.
Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
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Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
Guatemalan officials on Monday began evacuating two villages near the Fuego volcano due to the ongoing eruption.
Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
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Lindsay Clancy speaks in court for first time
Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children, spoke in court Tuesday. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy testifies in court
Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of killing her three young children in what her defense says was an episode of postpartum psychosis, testified in court for the first time on Tuesday as her trial progresses. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Idaho In-N-Out shooting victims remembered by loved ones: "She lit up a room"
Three people were killed and seven others were wounded in the Saturday attack in Twin Falls, Idaho. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.
Police actions in Guthrie case under scrutiny
The Wall Street Journal's Valerie Bauerlein joins CBS News to discuss her reporting on crucial missteps made by authorities in the days following the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie.
Officials give update on Spokane fire arrest
A man is under arrest for allegedly setting one of three major wildfires in the Spokane, Washington, area. Meanwhile, thousands have been evacuated from the area as fires rage. KREM reporter Regan Gallo has more.
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SpaceX rocket on a 5,400-mph collision course with the moon
The impact wasn't to be visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
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.
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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.
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.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
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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Michigan's Democratic Senate race closes out
Michigan, Missouri, Virginia, Kansas and Washington all held primaries Tuesday night, with much of the nation focusing on the Michigan Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens. Major Garrett anchored CBS News' special report.
Dingell on Michigan Democratic Senate primary
Polls have closed in Michigan, where the heated Democratic Senate contest between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens is coming to a head. Democratic Rep. Debbie Dingell of Michigan joins CBS News to weigh in.
Stranger rescues band from car troubles
A kind stranger named Ernie helped rock band The Autumn Kings make it to their tour stop after their car broke down in Wisconsin. Matt Gutman reports.
Bezos, DiCaprio set up massive wildlife fund
Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos have announced a $200 million fund set to protect species on the brink of extinction. Carter Evans has the story.
DHS: Man dies in ICE custody in New Jersey
The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed the death of a detainee at a controversial immigration center in New Jersey. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.