Holmes: U.S. trip was "critical" for Ukraine
State Department official David Holmes said during his impeachment testimony on Thursday that a U.S. trip was "critical" for Ukrainian President Zelenky's agenda.
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Holmes: Trump asked about "investigation"
David Holmes, a U.S. State Department official in Ukraine, described during his testimony on Thursday the call he overheard between Ambassador Gordon Sondland and President Trump. According to Holmes, he sat "directly across" from Sondland during the call, and "the president's voice was loud and recognizable." Holmes said he heard Mr. Trump ask Sondland if the Ukrainian president "was gonna do the investigation?" to which he says Sondland responded: "He's gonna do it."
Holmes: Trump discussed A$AP Rocky with Sondland
In his testimony at the impeachment hearing Thursday, State Department official David Holmes described hearing President Trump and Ambassador Gordon Sondland discuss the case of rapper A$AP Rocky, who was then jailed in Sweden on assault charges. Holmes says Sondland told the president, "Let him get sentenced, play the racism card, and give him a ticker-tape when he gets home."
Hill: Russian interference is "beyond dispute"
Fiona Hill, the former top Russia expert on the National Security Council, testified Thursday: "Some of you on this committee appear to believe that Russia and its security services did not conduct a campaign against our country - that perhaps, somehow, for some reason, Ukraine did. This is a fictional narrative that has been perpetrated and propagated by the Russian security services themselves."
Hill: There was "different channel" for Ukraine
National Security Council expert Fiona Hill testified Thursday that there was a "different channel" at work in the State Department with regard to Ukraine. Republican counsel Stephen Castor asked Hill why she did not think U.S. policy towards Ukraine was headed in the right direction when she left her post. Hill said she was concerned about former Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch's removal and about what she called "a different channel in operation in relation to Ukraine. ... One that was domestic and political in nature, and that was very different from the channel, or loop... that I and my colleagues were in."
Hill: Sondland ran "domestic political errand"
National Security Council expert Fiona Hill explained during her testimony Thursday that she became frustrated with Ambassador Gordon Sondland because he did not communicate with her or her State Department colleagues about what he was pursuing in Ukraine. Hill said she now understands that Sondland was carrying out a "domestic political errand" at President Trump's orders. "What I was angry about was that he wasn't coordinating with us," Hill said. "Now, I've actually realized, having listened to his deposition, that... he wasn't coordinating with us because we weren't doing the same thing that he was doing."
Gordon Sondland compared to John Dean
EU Ambassador Gordon Sondland's testimony is being compared to John Dean's from Watergate. Boston University professor Thomas Whelan joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" with more on what some are calling Sondland's "John Dean moment."
Trump signs resolution to avoid shutdown
The Senate passed and President Trump signed a government spending bill Thursday that funds federal agencies through December 20, averting a government shutdown.
Trump holds meeting about vaping in U.S.
President Trump held a White House meeting about the issues surrounding vaping, health and potential new regulations on e-cigarettes Friday afternoon. Watch a portion of the meeting.
This week's impeachment recap
CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and Wall Street Journal Capitol Hill reporter Siobhan Hughes join CBSN to discuss recent developments in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump.
Hong Kong gears up for local elections as pro-democracy protests grip city
The crisis in Hong Kong has escalated as protesters barricade themselves inside a major university. The pro-democracy movement continues fighting against Beijing's tightening grip on the territory. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Hong Kong as CBSN political contributor and senior fellow at the Asia Society Isaac Stone Fish joins CBSN on set to discuss the latest.
Emails reveals debate on Ukraine aid hold
An internal review by the White House uncovered emails showing acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney asking for legal justification for holding $400 million in military aid to Ukraine. The hold is at the center of House Democrats' investigation into whether the president should be impeached. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Trump honors military dog at White House
At the White House Monday, President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence welcomed Conan, the military dog that aided in the raid that killed ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. Watch their remarks.
Contractor that holds migrant kids scraps party at Trump club
A government contractor that operates migrant detention facilities was set to hold a holiday party at a Virginia golf club owned by President Trump. But after facing questions from CBS News, Caliburn International decided to move the event. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates, who broke the story, joins CBSN to discuss his reporting.
"Hope and High Drama" for 2 Democratic congresswomen
Susan Dominus, staff writer at the New York Times Magazine, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss her experience following Representatives Ayanna Pressley and Abigail Spanberger for the last year.
Trump holds heated meeting on teen vaping
President Trump hosted a discussion on Friday with representatives from the vaping industry, health experts and anti-tobacco activists who clashed over how to reverse the teen vaping epidemic. Politico's health care reporter Sarah Owermohle joined CBSN with more.
Trump's 2016 Facebook aide flips sides
A former Facebook employee once hailed as an "MVP" of the Trump campaign is now working against the president. A member of Facebook's ad sales team in 2016, James Barnes is now working with a liberal group to prevent Mr. Trump from winning a second term. The Wall Street Journal's Deepa Seetharaman spoke to Barnes and she joined CBSN with the details.
NY investigators probing Trump Organization
ProPublica reports that Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg is facing new scrutiny from prosecutors in New York City. ProPublica senior reporter Peter Elkind joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Pompeo says he's complying with investigation
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addressed reporters at the White House on Tuesday and responded to a question about the investigation into the Trump administration's contacts with Ukraine as well as U.S. policy towards China and the protests in Hong Kong.
Pompeo addresses Ukraine investigation
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo was asked at a White House briefing Tuesday about President Trump's unfounded theory that Ukraine, rather than Russia, interfered in the 2016 election. Pompeo said the U.S. should investigate "whatever nation" was involved. Watch his remarks.
Trump jokes "pardoned" turkeys were subpoenaed
As part of an annual Thanksgiving tradition, President Trump "pardoned" turkeys named Bread and Butter. But he brought politics into what is normally a nonpartisan event and joked about the impeachment inquiry against him. "Democrats are accusing me of being too soft on Turkey," he said.
Judiciary Committee to take over impeachment
The House Judiciary Committee is preparing to take over the impeachment inquiry next week. The panel will hold its first hearing on December 4. Chairman Jerry Nadler invited President Trump and asked if he intends to participate in person or through a lawyer. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has more.
Trump to rally supporters in Florida
Before President Trump celebrates Thanksgiving at his Mar-a-Lago club, he's holding a rally for supporters in South Florida. CBS Miami's Jim Defede joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" for a closer look at what the state means for his reelection campaign.
New CNN poll puts Biden in the lead
A new CNN poll puts former Vice President Joe Biden ahead of 2020 Democratic contenders Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren. The Washington Post's national political reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest in the race for the White House.
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.
Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
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Trump leaves option to attack Iran on the table, but talks diplomacy
President Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies, as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
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.
Why has the U.K. had 6 prime ministers in less than 10 years?
Political chaos has engulfed Britain, with six people holding the U.K.'s top job in a decade, including one prime minister who lasted only 45 days.
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.
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
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.
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.
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What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
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.
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Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
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.
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Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
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Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for primaries in several states, including the most expensive House primary in history.
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.
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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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Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
Troops say Army ignored request for more medical support before deadly attack
Survivors say they'd asked for more medical support before the Iranian drone strike that killed six U.S. soldiers at their command post in Kuwait in the war's first 24 hours.
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Trump leaves option to attack Iran on the table, but talks diplomacy
President Trump says he scrapped a planned attack on Iran at the request of Gulf allies, as "serious negotiations" on a peace deal are underway.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
Why has the U.K. had 6 prime ministers in less than 10 years?
Political chaos has engulfed Britain, with six people holding the U.K.'s top job in a decade, including one prime minister who lasted only 45 days.
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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
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5/17: Sunday Morning "By Design"
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"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"
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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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Man gets death sentence for killing teen TikTok star in Pakistan
Sana Yousaf's murder in June drew nationwide condemnation and reignited debate over women's safety.
Mango founder Isak Andic's son arrested in his death
Police in Spain arrested the son of Isak Andic, the billionaire founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango, for allegedly having played a role in his December 2024 death.
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.
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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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Soldiers recount deadly attack in Kuwait
Soldiers who survived the Iranian drone strike in Kuwait tell CBS News the U.S. Army ignored a request for more medical support weeks before the deadly attack. Some of the survivors say at least one of the six soldiers who were killed in the March 1 attack could have been saved.
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.