Day 4, Part 6: Sondland's questioning continues
Democrats and Republicans had additional time to question U.S. Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland on Wednesday. Watch this portion of the testimony.
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What to expect from the 5th Dem debate
Democrats running for president will face off for the fifth time Wednesday night. Ten of the president's potential rivals for 2020 made the cut. Recent polling shows four of them nearly tied at the top, with Mayor Pete Buttigieg the latest candidate to surge. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Key witness to testify in public hearings
Gordon Sondland, the U.S. ambassador to the European Union and the highly anticipated impeachment witness, will testify in Congress Wednesday. His name has come up multiple times as part of testimony on alleged efforts to pressure Ukraine to investigate the Bidens. He'll likely be asked about direct conversations he's had with President Trump. Nancy Cordes reports.
How impeachment impacts 2020
Between Tuesday's hearings, Senate leaders from both parties provided a preview on how an impeachment trial could play out in the coming months. Molly Hooper, a CBSN political contributor and Capitol Hill reporter, Lynda Tran, a CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist, and Leslie Sanchez, a CBS News contributor and Republican strategist, spoke to CBSN's "Red and Blue" about how some candidates could be stuck in Washington at a crucial point in the campaign.
Day 3, Part 15: Final round for Volker, Morrison
Committee members continued their five-minute rounds of questioning, which they could yield to colleagues. They posed questions to Kurt Volker, the former special envoy to Ukraine, and Tim Morrison, the outgoing senior director of European and Russian affairs at the National Security Council and a deputy assistant to the president.
Jordan: Ukraine aid delay in the "best interest" of U.S.
Ohio Republican Representative Jim Jordan says there was "never this quid pro quo" that Democrats continue to push as grounds for the impeachment inquiry.
Pelosi confident Democrats will keep House control in 2020
Pelosi says despite a contentious impeachment probe of the president, Democrats will surge in the 2020 election cycle
Report: Stephen Miller promoted white nationalist ideas
White House senior policy adviser Stephen Miller is facing mounting calls from Democrats to resign. It comes after the Southern Poverty Law Center published emails between Miller and Breitbart, in which he appears to promote white nationalist ideas ahead of the 2016 election. Michael Edison Hayden, who wrote the report, joined CBSN to discuss the findings.
Democrats make their case for impeachment
House Democrats tried to bolster their impeachment case against President Trump Friday during the testimony of former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine Marie Yovanovitch. Lawmakers said the president attempted to bribe Ukraine's leader to investigate his possible 2020 opponent Joe Biden. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman, CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper, and professor at Loyola Law School Jessica Levinson joined CBSN to discuss the legal case Democrats must make to remove the president from office.
Day 2, Part 2: Nunes' opening statement
During the second day of public hearings in the impeachment inquiry, California Congressman Devin Nunes, the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee, criticized Democrats for weeks of closed-door depositions and called testimony in the public hearings "hearsay." Watch his opening statement.
Where does Deval Patrick fit into 2020 race?
Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick is officially entering the Democratic presidential race. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and conservative columnist Michael Graham speak to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the impact Patrick could have on the race.
Republicans, Democrats clash on impeachment
Republicans and Democrats remain entrenched in their respective arguments over impeachment after the first day of public hearings. Leslie Sanchez, a CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist, and Antjuan Seawright, a CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist, joined CBSN to discuss.
Political reaction to impeachment hearings
Both Republicans and Democrats are claiming victory after the first public hearing in the impeachment inquiry Wednesday. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about their observations from the hearing.
Day 1, Part 9: Final rounds of questioning
Democrats and Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee took turns lobbing questions at the first two witnesses in the impeachment hearings: William Taylor, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine, and George Kent, the deputy assistant secretary of state for European and Eurasian affairs. Republicans continued to blast the process, while Democrats pressed for answers about the conduct of President Trump, Rudy Giuliani and their allies.
Impeachment inquiry: Dems and GOP strategies
The first public hearing in the House impeachment inquiry against President Trump begins Wednesday. Mr. Trump is accused of withholding military aid to Ukraine in exchange for Ukraine investigating Democrats. "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to put the impeachment inquiry into context.
W.H. plans to respond in impeachment hearing
Former White House senior adviser Steve Bannon tells CBS News he's concerned that the president isn't getting enough support to hold back the opposition in the impeachment inquiry led by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Major Garrett joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss whether the president is taking Bannon's advice and how the administration plans to respond.
House condemns Trump's Syria withdrawal
President Trump faced condemnation from both Democrats and Republicans for essentially greenlighting a Turkish assault on a key U.S. ally in the fight against terror. More than two thirds of Republicans joined Democrats in a House vote to oppose the president's action. Paula Reid reports.
Top diplomat in Ukraine testifies
America's senior diplomat in Ukraine is testifying, laying out what Democrats are calling "damning" allegations against the president. Bill Taylor described a secret campaign to pressure Ukraine, using U.S. aid as bait. Nancy Cordes reports.
Top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine testifies
Detailed, damning and disturbing — that's how House Democrats described the almost 10-hours of testimony given by Bill Taylor, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine, as part of the impeachment inquiry. Taylor laid out in detail his account of how President Trump held up military aid for Ukraine, pushing President Zelensky to investigate Democrats and a company linked to the son of former Vice President Joe Biden. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump calls for solidarity from GOP
President Trump says he needs help from Republicans to fight off the House impeachment inquiry. The president spoke to reporters for over an hour Monday ahead of potentially damaging testimony on Capitol Hill by Bill Taylor, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine and a former ambassador there. Paula Reid reports.
Lawmakers press Facebook CEO on political ads
Facebook is dealing with a growing threat from some members of Congress who say they want to break up the tech company. CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified at a House committee hearing in Washington on Wednesday. Democrats hit him with a barrage of criticism on election security and other topics. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Trump plans power plant pollution limit rollback
The Trump administration is planning to roll back federal limits on carbon and air pollution from fossil fuel power plants. CBS News Climate Unit senior coordinating producer Tracy Wholf has more.
Lawmakers prep strategy for open hearings
Two career diplomats will testify Wednesday in the first public hearings in the impeachment inquiry. This comes as CBS News polls show more than half of Americans are upset with how both House Democrats and President Trump are handling the inquiry. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Bloomberg chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli join CBSN to explain what to expect ahead of Wednesday's hearings.
U.S. split on impeachment of President Trump
A CBS News poll on impeachment shows Americans are still split ahead of Wednesday's first public hearings. Nancy Cordes reports on the Democrats’ and Republicans’ strategies.
Public impeachment hearings set to begin
We are just days away from the first public hearings in the impeachment inquiry. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid, CBSN political contributor Zeke Miller, USA Today Washington Bureau Chief Susan Page, and Wall Street Journal Congressional Reporter Natalie Andrews join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what to expect.
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Trump rejects 7-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations for a lasting end to the war.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
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U.S. military lays groundwork for potential action around Cuba
Some units would "possibly [be] needed in 90-120 days," according to an internal Army message reviewed by CBS News.
Nor'easter brings powerful winds, severe flooding to the East Coast
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
The disclosure comes at a time of heightened concern over AI agents acting outside of human control.
4 American tourists dead after building explosion in Greece
The mayor of Athens said the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak.
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
President Trump moved to cancel almost $1 billion in spending that was approved by Congress, marking the second time his administration has employed a rarely used tactic that some lawmakers in both parties have called illegal.
Hurricane Nolo could cause "catastrophic" flooding in Hawaii, forecasters warn
A hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii County due to the storm, which could dump up to 3 feet of rain on Hawaii's Big Island.
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OpenAI agent accessed government website data after going rogue, company reveals
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TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
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Twin doctors who grew up in poverty returned to their hometown to co-run an ER
Drs. Travan and Travis Jasper, identical twins, are co-directors of the emergency department at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, the city where they grew up in poverty.
Nor'easter brings powerful winds, severe flooding to the East Coast
Tens of millions of people are in the path of the storm, which has canceled flights, concerts and sporting events.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
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Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.
Ready or not, here come the AI gadgets, from "charms" to smart speakers
Meta, Microsoft and other major tech companies are developing a range of AI products for consumers, from wearables to speakers.
Facebook found liable for deceiving users in Cambridge Analytica case
The two-week trial in New Mexico centered on accusations Facebook deceived users about a data breach.
Soaring U.S. diesel prices slam local communities as fuel costs surge
The surge in diesel prices this year is putting a financial squeeze on schools, farms and small businesses around the U.S.
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Twenty-five years ago, a Soviet-designed helicopter crossed the mountains of Afghanistan with the first CIA officers sent into the country after 9/11, the opening move in what would later become America's longest war.
Trump cancels nearly $1 billion in spending, a move some lawmakers called illegal
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Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Khamenei's health.
Supreme Court again blocks Missouri's new House map that favored GOP
The Supreme Court said in an unsigned decision that ordering Missouri to restore its 2025 map "would usher in electoral chaos."
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Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Minutes into a run, Caroline McCaffrey was struck with a massive headache. The resulting medical journey would reveal a family risk for a dangerous condition.
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
The FDA has warned a major compounding pharmacy that it violated federal law by making copies of blockbuster weight-loss drugs in "inordinate amounts."
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein, an orthopedic surgeon at Duke University School of Medicine, discusses what women should know about protecting their bones.
Even the smallest joys can help prevent suicide, researchers say
New research highlights common themes shared by people who found reasons to keep living through dark times.
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JB Pritzker reveals GLP-1 use, pressed on possible presidential run
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker revealed to "CBS Mornings" that for the last two years he has been using a GLP-1 medication to lose weight.
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Fears of serial killer rise in South Africa after body of 10th woman found
Police have identified similarities in some of the killings but said they had not found conclusive evidence that the same person or people were responsible.
Massive crowd of worshippers in France attend Mass during Pope Leo visit
The Vatican estimated that 800,000 people came out for the Mass.
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Transcript: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
The following is the transcript of the interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian airing on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Sept. 27, 2026.
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Karina Rykman plays "Shoegaze Summer"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Shoegaze Summer."
Karina Rykman plays "Easy, Rider"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Easy, Rider."
Karina Rykman plays "Late Checkout"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with title track "Late Checkout."
Stavros Halkias is "kind of a comedy nerd"
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Highlights magazine celebrates 80 years
For decades, children have sent Highlights magazine their drawings, poems, questions and concerns. Now Highlights is turning 80. We took a look back at the beloved magazine's history.
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FAA rolls out new AI flight software
The Federal Aviation Administration is rolling out new air traffic control software that uses artificial intelligence as a prediction tool. This comes as more than half of Americans worry that AI models could act on their own to cause harm, accord to a CBS News survey. Kris Van Cleave has the story.
Pope Leo visits France
Pope Leo XIV traveled to France, the first papal visit in nearly 20 years. Chris Livesay reports.
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.
TikTok settles lawsuit over youth safety concerns for at least $100 million
Alabama sued the social media company in 2025, claiming the platform had negative effects on the mental well-being of youths.
Court sides with Pentagon in Anthropic case
The growing concerns over the safety of artificial intelligence and the speed of its development have many calling for government regulation. Recently, President Trump said he plans to appoint an adviser and create an AI force. J.B. Branch, director of federal AI governance and technology policy at Public Citizen, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Neuroscientists grow human brain tissue in mice
Neuroscientists at Stanford University successfully grew human brain tissue inside mice in the hopes of further enabling the development of treatments for brain disorders. Stanford Medicine professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences Dr. Sergiu Pasca, who led the study, joins CBS News to break down the findings.
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century
Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
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Tasia Fortune's hanging was "staged" after her death, police say
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Former "American Idol" contestant and music pastor Caleb Flynn stands accused of murdering his wife. His former mistress, Alleigha Botner, testified in the trial. CBS News' Ian Lee has more details.
Minnesota sailor returns from USS Lincoln duty to find apartment ransacked
A Minnesota native who had been serving aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln for nearly 10 months came home to an upsetting surprise.
Pittsburgh doctor killed while he slept remembered as "a true angel on Earth"
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"American Idol" alum's ex-mistress testifies
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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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.
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Karina Rykman plays "Shoegaze Summer"
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Karina Rykman plays "Easy, Rider"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with "Easy, Rider."
Karina Rykman plays "Late Checkout"
New York City native Karina Rykman has earned accolades for her unmissable live act. The singer-songwriter and bassist recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, "Late Checkout," at Zabar's, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen. Here's Karina Rykman with title track "Late Checkout."
The Dish: Fabio Trabocchi
Chef Fabio Trabocchi has won a James Beard Award for his culinary prowess. His flagship restaurant Fiola holds a Michelin star. Ed O'Keefe joins Trabocchi for lunch.