Trump makes surprise visit in Afghanistan
President Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to spend with U.S. troops on Thanksgiving. Watch some of his remarks here from Bagram Air Base.
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Trump visits troops in secret trip to Afghanistan
President Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to spend time with U.S. troops on Thanksgiving. Mr. Trump arrived at Bagram Air Field shortly after 8:30 p.m. local time and spent more than 2.5 hours on the ground. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN with more.
Trump may have to wear a mask in visit to Ford plant
The president has declined to wear a mask in public appearances and previous tours, although he said he did wear one at a tour of an Arizona facility.
Trump says he's taking controversial coronavirus drug
The FDA has warned against the widespread use of hydroxychloroquine, which has been linked to serious and even fatal heart risks in some patients.
Trump threatens to make suspension of WHO funding permanent
Mr. Trump on Monday tweeted a copy of a letter sent to the the Director-General of the World Health Organization listing his grievances with the organization's response to the the coronavirus pandemic.
Pelosi warns against "morbidly obese" Trump taking hydroxychloroquine
Mr. Trump told reporters Monday he is taking hydroxychloroquine and zinc to prevent against the coronavirus.
The internal watchdogs Trump has removed or replaced
Over six weeks beginning in early April, Mr. Trump has stripped five top officials in inspector general offices of their positions.
Trump pushes for reopening
President Trump continues pushing businesses to reopen in a meeting with restaurant executives at the White House on Monday, as companies across the country continue to await disbursement of funds from the CARES Act. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to discuss what specific policies the Trump administration is considering to help Americans.
WHO's coronavirus envoy has a message for Trump
"It's like basically taking the fire engines away from the fire," says Dr. David Nabarro after U.S. suspends funding to organization.
Pelosi: Trump shouldn't take unproven drug
After President Trump said he's taking the antimalaria drug hydroxychloroquine to prevent coronavirus, even though it hasn't been proven to help, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said she was concerned, especially given his age and weight. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the reaction.
Trump tells governors administration may step in on reopening
The president made the remarks in a teleconference with state leaders on Monday afternoon.
Doctor explains hydroxychloroquine
President Trump says he is taking the antimalaria drug hydroxychloroquine to potentially ward off coronavirus, despite FDA warnings that using the drug outside of a hospital can be dangerous. Dr. Bob Lahita, professor of medicine at New York Medical College and chairman of medicine at St. Joseph University Hospital, joined CBSN to discuss.
Barr doesn't expect investigations into Obama, Biden
Attorney General William Barr said Monday an ongoing internal Justice Department review into the origins of the FBI's probe into President Trump and his 2016 presidential campaign is not expected to lead to a criminal investigation into former President Barack Obama or Vice President Joe Biden. "This cannot be and it will not be a tit-for-tat exercise. We are not going to lower the standards just to achieve a result," Barr said Monday. Watch his remarks.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Trump says he was "surprised" that Barr doesn't expect investigations into Obama, Biden
Obama and Biden have come under attack by the president and his allies for the "unmaking" of Michael Flynn's identity in 2016 and 2017. All of the officials named were authorized to see the unmasked reports.
Sanders urged to share donor list with Biden
Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders has shifted gears from running his own campaign to supporting former Vice President Joe Biden's. But will he share his coveted donor list? CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN to discuss the impact small-dollar donations could have on the campaign.
Trump says he's taking hydroxychloroquine
President Trump says he is taking hydroxychloroquine and zinc as preventative measures against COVID-19, even though the FDA has warned against it. He also criticized a government whistleblower and defended the firing of the State Department inspector general. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe, and CBS News political director Caitlin Conant join CBSN with the latest.
Trump says he's taking hydroxychloroquine
President Trump said he started taking the drug hydroxychloroquine "a couple weeks ago" because "I think it's good, I've heard a lot of good stories." He has pushed the drug as a possible treatment for coronavirus even though the largest study to date found it didn't help patients and raised heart risks. Watch his remarks.
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
This week on 60 Minutes: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on the coronavirus-ravaged economy; Norah O'Donnell interviews whistleblower Rick Bright; And, what will be the long-term effects of the coronavirus pandemic?
Obama criticizes Trump's coronavirus response
A war of words is escalating between President Trump and Barack Obama after the former president slammed the current administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss.
China says it will back probe into virus origin, but not yet
Beijing says it "took an active part" in drafting a formal call at the World Health Organization for a global investigation into the source of the coronavirus.
Trump fires back at Obama's COVID-19 criticism
A war of words between President Trump and former President Barack Obama is escalating over how U.S. leadership has prepared for and responded to the COVID-19 outbreak. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Trump swag keeps 2020 campaign in swing
Ten weeks have passed since President Trump held his last campaign rally -- and while he has indicated that he "hopes" the show will go on, packed arenas remain on pause during the coronavirus outbreak. But even as the president's campaign migrates online indefinitely, one aspect of the Trump campaign brand is booming: merchandise sales. CBS News political unit associate producer Sarah Ewall-Wice joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss her reporting.
Trump fires State Dept. watchdog
CBS News has learned that President Trump fired another government watchdog overnight. Steve Linick, the State Department's inspector general, was dismissed after starting an investigation into Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
Trump praises his admin.'s handling of pandemic
President Trump spent the weekend at Camp David, where he tweeted out praise for the "great job" his administration had done responding to the coronavirus pandemic. Meanwhile, health experts warn a vaccine may still be far off and Congress can't come to terms on additional stimulus measures. Nikole Killion reports.
Transcript: Gary Cohn on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former National Economic Council Director Gary Cohn that aired Sunday, May 17, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Trump fires Bondi as attorney general, installs Blanche as acting AG
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
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Oil prices rise after Trump insists the Iran war is going to plan
One market analyst says Trump warning the Iran war will take 2-3 more weeks, without a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, "was far less than" investors had hoped for.
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Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
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New weight loss drug to be sold on Trump's pharmaceutical platform
Foundayo is the first oral GLP-1 weight loss pill that doesn't require fasting.
Hospice with 97% survival rate accused of defrauding Medicare for $7.45M
They were the first in a series of arrests planned Thursday, federal officials told CBS News.
DOJ says Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional
The opinion from the Office of Legal Counsel said that because it believes the Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional, President Trump does not need to comply with it.
Planning commission approves Trump's ballroom and East Wing design
The commission, which is chaired by a White House staffer, voted 9 to 1 to approve the design, which includes a ballroom with seating for 1,000 guests.
Artemis II crew cleared to depart Earth orbit, head for moon
The engine firing is timed to provide a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it up to some 25,000 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a four-day trek to the moon.
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
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United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
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Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
Mortgage rates are surging, foiling homebuyers' best-laid plans
Interest rates for a typical home loan jumped Thursday to 6.46%, the highest level since September 2025. House-hunters aren't pleased.
HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
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United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
Mortgage rates are surging, foiling homebuyers' best-laid plans
Interest rates for a typical home loan jumped Thursday to 6.46%, the highest level since September 2025. House-hunters aren't pleased.
Starbucks offers $1,200 bonuses to baristas who offer top customer service
The coffee chain said it will also pay its workers weekly to provide more financial flexibility.
Stocks erase early losses as investors monitor Iran war developments
Stocks rebound after sliding in early-day trade, with investors buoyed by reports that Iran and Oman could monitor ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Higher gas prices have cost drivers an extra $8.4 billion, Democrats say
With gasoline topping $4 a gallon, it now costs almost $145 to fill up a Ford F-150 pickup truck, a new analysis finds.
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Trump sends mixed messages on securing the Strait of Hormuz
The president said Wednesday that the strait "will open up naturally" as its closure sends gas prices soaring at the same time he's urging other countries to "grab it."
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New weight loss drug to be sold on Trump's pharmaceutical platform
Foundayo is the first oral GLP-1 weight loss pill that doesn't require fasting.
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Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
DOJ says Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional
The opinion from the Office of Legal Counsel said that because it believes the Presidential Records Act is unconstitutional, President Trump does not need to comply with it.
Planning commission approves Trump's ballroom and East Wing design
The commission, which is chaired by a White House staffer, voted 9 to 1 to approve the design, which includes a ballroom with seating for 1,000 guests.
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HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
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Trump sends mixed messages on securing the Strait of Hormuz
The president said Wednesday that the strait "will open up naturally" as its closure sends gas prices soaring at the same time he's urging other countries to "grab it."
Concern U.S. may deport Iranians held by ICE back home to a warzone
Two gay Iranian men seeking asylum in the U.S. could face execution if they're deported to Iran, a move the Trump administration has not ruled out.
Warship sunk by British fleet, remains of sailor found after 225 years
Thousands were killed and wounded during the Battle of Copenhagen, considered one of Adm. Horatio Nelson's "great battles."
Ancient golden helmet found year after it was stolen from museum
Robbers used firework bombs to break into the Drents Museum in 2025, stealing the 5th-century BC golden Helmet of Cotofenesti and three gold bracelets.
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Oil prices rise after Trump insists the Iran war is going to plan
One market analyst says Trump warning the Iran war will take 2-3 more weeks, without a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, "was far less than" investors had hoped for.
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Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Spoiler alert! Historic "Survivor" episode
(Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" reveals details about Wednesday's historic "Survivor" episode, including who was voted off.
Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
How do astronauts use the bathroom?
The science and technology behind using the restroom in space continues to evolve. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave looks at the out-of-this-world facilities available to the Artemis II crew.
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FBI arrests 8 for defrauding Medicare
The FBI arrested eight people on Thursday for allegedly scheming to defraud Medicare out of more than $50 million. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi has been following the story for several months and joins "The Daily Report" with more details.
FBI makes arrest in hospice fraud scheme
The FBI has arrested eight people in California connected to a $60 million health care fraud scheme. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi was at the scene of one of the arrests and joins "The Takeout" with more.
DOJ on charges in hospice care fraud probe
The Department of Justice announced multiple people have been charged after an investigation into hospice care fraud in California involving Medicare.
Baby in stroller fatally shot in NYC
The NYPD is seeking information after a 7-month-old baby in a stroller was fatally shot. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Man charged in connection with "Texas Killing Fields" deaths
Prosecutors have charged a man allegedly connected to two deaths tied to the "Texas Killing Fields," a site where dozens of bodies have been found since the 1970s.
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Artemis II crew cleared to depart Earth orbit, head for moon
The engine firing is timed to provide a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it up to some 25,000 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a four-day trek to the moon.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
Artemis II launches into orbit as NASA begins historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
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Doctor accused of trying to kill wife takes stand
Maui anesthesiologist Dr. Gerhardt Konig took the stand, hoping to persuade a jury that hitting his wife repeatedly with a rock was self-defense. Jonathan Vigliotti has details.
Trump admin. to move Forest Service HQ
The Trump administration says it will relocate the U.S. Forest Service headquarters from Washington, D.C., to Salt Lake City, Utah, and will shut down research facilities in 31 states. Gabrielle Canon, senior climate reporter for The Guardian, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Woman missing for decades found alive
An Arizona girl who vanished in 1994 has been found alive, the Gila County sheriff said. Tom Hanson reports.
Artemis II crew gears up to break away from orbit
NASA's mission management team cleared the Orion capsule and its three-man, one-woman crew for a critical rocket firing evening to break out of Earth orbit and head for the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
How Iran war could impact GOP in midterms
A new CNN poll shows President Trump's approval rating for his handling of the economy has dropped to 31%. That comes as gas prices continue to rise due to the war in Iran. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more on what that all means for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.