Biden says Trump is worried about facing him
Former Vice President Joe Biden wants an investigation of the president's phone call with Ukraine's leader. Biden says Mr. Trump is using the presidency to smear his campaign. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Trump confirms he discussed Biden with Ukraine
President Trump is acknowledging that he spoke with Ukraine's leader about former Vice President Joe Biden. CBS News legal analyst Kim Wehle joins CBSN to talk about how this could play out.
Trump whistleblower controversy escalates
Democrats are intensifying their calls for impeachment after President Trump admitted to discussing Joe Biden with the leader of Ukraine. This comes after a U.S. intelligence official filed a whistleblower complaint over the president's July conversation with the Ukrainian leader. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and CBS News State Department and foreign affairs reporter Christina Ruffini join CBS to discuss the latest developments.
Trump says he discussed Biden with Ukraine
President Trump told reporters at the United Nations that he hopes people could see the transcript of his call with the Ukrainian president, during which he brought up Joe Biden. However, he also said he doesn't think it should be released because that would set a bad precedent. Watch his remarks.
Former climate negotiator talks U.N. summit
Christiana Figueres played a key role the negotiations that led to the Paris Climate Agreement in 2015. She joined CBSN to talk about the significance of this week's United Nations Climate Action Summit, what consumers and governments can do to help the environment, and why the situation is now "all hands on deck."
Trump calls Ukraine controversy "ridiculous"
Shortly before taking the dais at the United Nations General Assembly, President Trump described his call with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky as "perfect" and once again maintained that he put "no pressure" on him whatsoever.
Trump says "future does not belong to globalists"
President Trump started his speech before the United Nations General Assembly by pushing his "America First" agenda. He told the global body of world leaders "the future does not belong to globalists. The future belongs to patriots."
Trump pushes "fair share" of defense spending
"All of our partners are expected to pay their fair share of the tremendous defense burden which the united states has bore in the past," President Trump said in his address to the United Nations General Assembly.
Trump says he'll "never fail to defend" U.S.
President Trump said that while the U.S. doesn't seek conflict with other nations, he warned the Iranian regime that sanctions will persist and be tightened if they continue down the path of "unprovoked aggression" in the Middle East. Watch his remarks to the U.N. General Assembly.
Trump calls out China over trade
Addressing the United Nations General Assembly, President Trump called on the World Trade Organization to step up its efforts to prevent China from "gaming" the global trade system. Watch his remarks.
Trump on "serious challenges" of socialism
"Socialism and communism are not about justice... they are about power for the ruling class," President Trump said in his address to the United Nations General Assembly. He declared that "America will never be a socialist country." Watch his remarks.
Greta Thunberg scolds world leaders at U.N.
In emotional remarks at the United Nations, 16-year-old Greta Thunberg accused world leaders of stealing the dreams of her generation by their inaction on the climate crisis. "How dare you!" she exclaimed. CBSN has more.
Trump says Ukraine call transcripts to be released
President Trump tweeted Tuesday that he intends on releasing "unredacted" versions of a transcript of the call he made with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky during which he discussed former Vice President Joe Biden and foreign aid. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper has more on the latest developments
Biden speaks on Trump and Ukraine controversy
Former Vice President Joe Biden spoke about allegations that President Trump may have pressured Ukraine's leader to investigate Biden and his son Hunter's business dealings. Biden said the president should only be impeached if he continues to stonewall Congress. Watch his remarks.
Pelosi announces Trump impeachment inquiry
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the establishment of a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump on Tuesday, setting up a dramatic constitutional clash just over a year before the presidential election. Watch her remarks here.
How would Trump respond to impeachment?
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi announced the establishment of a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump. How will the Trump administration handle an impeachment inquiry heading into an election year? Major Garrett explains.
Nancy Pelosi launches formal Trump impeachment inquiry
President Trump and House Democrats are on a collision course. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi had been reluctant to pursue impeachment. But on Tuesday, she announced plans to move ahead with an official inquiry. Nancy Cordes reports.
Analyzing the impeachment process
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Tuesday that she's opening a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump. Former Assistant U.S. Attorney for New York's Eastern District and CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the meaning of impeachment and how the process could play out.
GOP weighs in on Trump impeachment inquiry
Republicans are weighing in on the announcement of a formal impeachment inquiry of President Trump. House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy of California, slammed the decision by Democrats, saying House Speaker Nancy Pelosi "does not speak for America when it comes to this issue." Republican strategist Joseph Pinion joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with his insight.
What happens next with impeachment inquiry?
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has launched a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump. CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joins CBSN AM to discuss what happens next.
Rep. Adam Schiff on whistleblower complaint
Congressman Adam Schiff, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, says the "standards have been lowered for this president." He joins CBSN AM from Capitol Hill to talk about the whistleblower complaint about President Trump's conversation with Ukraine's leader, and the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.
Legal analyst on Trump impeachment inquiry
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced the opening of an impeachment inquiry into President Trump, after a whistleblower complaint about a phone call President Trump had with Ukraine's president discussing Joe Biden. Keir Dougall, a CBSN legal contributor and a former assistant U.S. attorney for New York's Eastern District, joins CBSN to explain the legal implications.
Trump reacts to release of Ukraine call memo
"It turned out to be a nothing call," President Trump told reporters after the White House released the official memorandum of his call with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky. He decried the controversy as the "single greatest witch hunt in American history."
Historian explains impeachment process
Larry Sabato, director of the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia, joined CBSN to explain how the impeachment process works and what the lessons of history could teach about the confrontation between President Trump and Democrats in Congress.
Trump meets with Ukrainian president
During a bilateral meeting with Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Trump joked to reporters that he's made Zelensky "more famous" with the controversy over their call. Watch his remarks.
3 killed in shooting at Islamic Center of San Diego, police say; 2 suspects dead
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, and two suspected shooters were found dead inside a vehicle nearby, police said.
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Trump calls off attack on Iran amid "serious negotiations" toward peace deal
President Trump had warned Sunday that "the Clock is Ticking" for Iran to accept a peace agreement.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Ebola death toll in Congo rises to 131 as concern mounts
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Trump settles IRS lawsuit, sets up $1.7B fund for claims of "weaponization"
President Trump had accused the Treasury Department and IRS of unlawfully allowing a government contractor to leak his tax returns and those of his sons and company.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
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LIRR strike ends as MTA, unions reach tentative agreement
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the MTA and LIRR unions reached "a fair deal" to end the strike after three days.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Florida mother turns to digital couponing as grocery bill soars
With inflation hitting its highest point since 2023, Kiana Powell told CBS News, "I cannot let a deal go to waste if it's something that I am using daily."
Pay for American workers is lagging inflation — again
U.S. wage growth is lagging inflation for the first time since 2023, eroding consumers' purchasing power.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
NextEra Energy to acquire Dominion in a $67 billion utility deal
The combined company will serve about 10 million utility customers across Florida, Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Trump admin. proposes admitting thousands more Afrikaners to U.S. as refugees
The Trump administration is doubling down on efforts to resettle White Afrikaners from South Africa as refugees, proposing to increase the government's refugee cap to welcome thousands more of them, according to a plan obtained by CBS News.
New York Times sues Pentagon a second time over press access policy
The New York Times sued the Defense Department Monday for the second time in recent months over media access.
Massie defiant as Trump seeks to oust him in primary: "I'm going to win"
Massie said the president is worried about his preferred candidate Ed Gallrein's chances in the Kentucky race.
Who could benefit from Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization" fund?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the creation of the fund as part of the settlement of President Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over the leaking of his tax returns.
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Eroding ACA enrollment portends higher insurance rates
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Latest on American who contracted Ebola
A missionary doctor who was serving in Congo will receive treatment in Germany after testing positive for Ebola. Skyler Henry has the latest.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
Ebola death toll in Congo rises to 131 as concern mounts
The virus behind the latest Ebola outbreak is the Bundibugyo virus, which is less common and there is no vaccine or treatment.
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
The Trump administration announced it's restricting people who don't have U.S. passports from entering the country if they have been in Congo, South Sudan or Uganda amid the Ebola outbreak.
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Iran more than doubled executions in 2025, global death penalty hit 44-year high
Iran executed more than twice as many people last year as it did in 2024, according to a new report by Amnesty International.
The story of Cuba's 1996 shootdown that could lead to Raúl Castro's indictment
Thirty years ago, a Cuban fighter jet shot down two civilian planes operated by Florida-based exile group Brothers to the Rescue, an incident that inflamed U.S.-Cuba relations.
Trump says he's called off plans for a "scheduled attack of Iran"
President Trump said he received a request from the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Gunman kills 6, wounds 8 in latest shooting rampage in Turkey
A man armed with a rifle carried out a string of attacks, killing at least six people and wounding eight others, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American medical missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, and is being taken to Germany for treatment.
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2-time "Survivor" contestant on 50th season
Rob Cesternino, a 2-time "Survivor" castaway, talks about the upcoming "Survivor 50" finale, who he think will make the final three and who is his favorite to win the game.
Hayden Panettiere opens up in new memoir
Golden Globe-nominated actor Hayden Panettiere shares her story and opens up about life in the spotlight as a young actor, postpartum depression and her healing journey.
5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
Jane Pauley hosts our annual look at design. Featured: Tiny homes in your backyard; Louis Vuitton; Adobe house construction; Finland's Marimekko; domino art; Philadelphia food favorites; chandeliers; Longwood Gardens; rare maps; and director Jon Favreau of "The Mandalorian and Grogu."
"Call Her Daddy" podcast host Alex Cooper announces pregnancy
"Call Her Daddy" host Alex Cooper said on Instagram that she and husband Matt Kaplan are expecting their first child.
Director Jon Favreau on "The Mandalorian and Grogu"
Jon Favreau, creator of the "Star Wars" series "The Mandalorian," has now brought the father-son relationship of Pedro Pascal's bounty hunter and his charge "Baby Yoda" to the big screen.
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Musk loses lawsuit against OpenAI
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and its top executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
Musk says he'll appeal OpenAI lawsuit dismissal
A California jury on Monday unanimously dismissed Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent 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.
Jury unanimously dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
California jury dismissed all charges, finding that Musk missed the three-year statute of limitations to file suit.
Jury to start deliberations in OpenAI trial
A nine-person jury will begin deliberations Monday in Elon Musk's $150 billion civil lawsuit against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Rachel Metz, artificial intelligence reporter for Bloomberg, joins with more.
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El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
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Mom reported son missing before mosque attack
Police held a news conference Monday evening to give an update on the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Authorities say the two suspects killed three others before being found dead in a nearby vehicle.
Mangione state murder trial: evidence ruling
Luigi Mangione appeared in court on Monday for a pivotal hearing where a judge ruled what items can and cannot be used as evidence in his upcoming state murder trial over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was inside the courtroom.
Ruling on evidence in Luigi Mangione case
A judge on Monday ruled a 9 millimeter gun, a silencer and a red notebook allegedly found in the search of Luigi Mangione's possessions can be used as evidence in his state trial for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in September. Lilia Luciano has more.
Latest on Islamic Center of San Diego shooting
Police say three adults were killed when two shooters opened fire Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Officials: No children hurt in mosque shooting
At least three adults were killed when a pair of gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. The two teenage suspects were found dead inside a nearby car, officials say. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
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SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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From 1996: Cuba shoots down 2 civilian planes
On Feb. 24, 1996, Cuba shot down two civilian aircraft, prompting global outcry. Watch CBS News' coverage of the aftermath.
Full interview: GOP Rep. Thomas Massie
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie is bearing the brunt of the White House in his primary race for Kentucky's 4th Congressional District against Trump-backed Ed Gallrein. Massie spoke with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe a day before the election about the record-breaking spending in his race, his views on Israel, President Trump and more.
Massie facing Trump-backed challenger
Rep. Thomas Massie is facing Trump-backed retired Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein in Tuesday's primary for Kentucky's Fourth Congressional District. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the latest.
5/18: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego; Trump says U.S. won't go forward with scheduled attack on Iran.
Mom reported son missing before mosque attack
Police held a news conference Monday evening to give an update on the deadly shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Authorities say the two suspects killed three others before being found dead in a nearby vehicle.