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.
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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."
Transcript: Alex Azar on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar that aired Sunday, May 17, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Obama congratulates HBCU graduates
Former President Barack Obama delivered a virtual message congratulating the 2020 graduates of historically black colleges and universities. Mr. Obama also appeared to have some veiled criticism for the Trump administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump fires State Department watchdog Steve Linick
Ambassador Stephen J. Akard will replace Linick, a State Department spokesperson told CBS News.
Justin Amash says he will not be running for president
Amash launched an exploratory committee to run for president in a third-party bid.
Trump calls impeachment a "boon" for GOP
The impeachment proceedings against President Trump will enter a new phase this week, and the president weighed in as he left the White House for a NATO summit in London. He told reporters impeachment would be a "boon" for Republicans and would hurt Democrats in their districts. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe was at the White House when the president left and joined CBSN to discuss impeachment and the NATO summit.
Republicans defend Trump in impeachment report
House Republicans have finished a report detailing their conclusions from the initial stages of the impeachment investigation, issuing a staunch defense of President Trump's dealings with Ukraine and accusing Democrats of conducting "an orchestrated campaign to upend our political system." CBS News Capitol Hill producer Rebecca Kaplan joined CBSN to discuss.
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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.
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, the Government Accountability Office found.
Trump welcomes China's Xi for state dinner at White House
President Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping as the world's two most powerful countries grapple with a rivalry over advanced AI.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
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Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
30 partially clothed men found in frat basement in alleged hazing incident
Two 20-year-olds have been arrested and charged with hazing and disorderly conduct in relation to the incident.
New Trump-focused "Love Me" ad campaign paid for by taxpayers hits airwaves
Ads promoting President Trump and paid for by American taxpayers are now airing on network and national cable.
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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Trump to headline "Golden Age" event with top officials, tech executives
President Trump is slated to speak on Tuesday in Washington at an event that features Elon Musk, Jensen Huang and others, according to invitation materials reviewed by CBS News.
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30 partially clothed men found in frat basement in alleged hazing incident
Two 20-year-olds have been arrested and charged with hazing and disorderly conduct in relation to the incident.
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex."
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 27)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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New bill would lower Social Security retirement age for some workers
Workers in physically demanding jobs should be able to collect full Social Security retirement benefits at age 60, a Michigan lawmaker says.
Why the bond market is freaking out, and what it means for your money
Investors are increasingly nervous about rising inflation, which could require the Federal Reserve to hike interest rates.
Mortgage rates are back above 7%. How much higher could they climb?
Rates are "far more likely to go up than down by the end of the year," a senior economist at Realtor.com told CBS News.
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."
Small businesses roll the dice on Kalshi to manage their risks
Hundreds of small businesses are using the prediction market to hedge against a range of business risks, according to Kalshi. Here's how.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade Military Complex."
ICE wasted millions in rapid push to expand detention capacity, watchdog finds
With an unprecedented budget, ICE spent billions in a rush to expand its detention network, wasting millions in the process, the Government Accountability Office found.
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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.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
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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.
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
As knowledge about genetics advances, some doctors say cancers should be defined by their mutations, not the tissues where they manifest.
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Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Abraham Accords countries hold first official meeting since Oct. 7 attacks
Ten blocks away from the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. diplomats quietly kickstarted the expansion of the Abraham Accords from the 43rd floor of a midtown Manhattan office tower.
Investigation
Commander rejected plans to rebase before deadly drone strike, sources say
Sources tell CBS News that despite warnings about the vulnerability of the outpost in Kuwait, a commander opted not to rebase farther from Iran.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis on Trump-Xi visit: "It's a WTF moment"
The retiring North Carolina senator was critical of President Trump's reception of Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was diverted
The U.S. is trying to retrieve the parts, which were reported by Bloomberg News to be in China's possession.
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Sylvester Stallone jokes about one of his wildest jobs before fame
Sylvester Stallone said he took a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before the bruised but unbowed Rocky Balboa.
Sylvester Stallone on cleaning lion cages
Sylvester Stallone took on a series of odd jobs to make ends meet before becoming a Hollywood legend. He tells correspondent Tracy Smith about one of his wildest gigs. Watch more of their conversation this weekend on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Kim Kardashian on "Team Moms: Baseball"
Kim Kardashian and the producers of "Love Island" teamed up to create "Team Moms: Baseball," a new reality show exploring the cutthroat world of elite kids' sports. Kim Kardashian and producer Natalie Ento sat down with "Entertainment Tonight" host Nischelle Turner to explain more.
First look at Taylor Swift's "Patient Zero"
"CBS Mornings" shares an exclusive first look at the video for Taylor Swift's new single, "Patient Zero."
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Taylor Swift to debut "Patient Zero" music video at VMAs. Watch a preview.
Taylor Swift announced her new single "Patient Zero" earlier this week, saying she has been "impatiently waiting" to announce that it will be out on Friday.
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Andreessen Horowitz introduces AI school
The Horowitz Andreessen Academy is offering students a college alternative focused on artificial intelligence. CEO Gagan Biyani joins CBS News to discuss the revolutionary idea.
Rogue AI agent hacks government website
Australia says an OpenAI model hacked a government website containing health information. CBS News' 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.
Will Trump and Xi take on AI during visit?
More details on alarming cases involving rogue AI models are emerging as President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington, D.C. Meanwhile, calls for regulation are growing louder. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
OpenAI model hacked Australia healthcare site
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is fuming after an OpenAI model hacked a government website in June. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio breaks down the details on the historic attack.
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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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Ex-N.C. State trainer accused of sexual abuse is arrested in Florida
Robert M. Murphy Jr. is accused of sexually abusing former Wolfpack male athletes under the guise of treatment.
Officer thwarted Ontario synagogue shooting despite life-threatening injuries
Constable Jeff Smith was shot several times, suffering wounds to his head and torso, but continued fending off the attack until a second officer arrived.
U.S. troops help Ecuador arrest dozens linked to ruthless cartel
The operation "was conducted jointly with U.S. troops and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)," Ecuador's interior minister said.
Police accused of misusing Flock cameras
Concerns are growing over the potential misuse of automated license plate readers. Five police officers in Indianapolis are the latest to face criminal charges for allegedly using Flock cameras to track romantic partners and others.
Accused Nazi POW camp guard, 105, being investigated in Germany
The man is "accused of being an accessory to multiple murders through his activities there," prosecutors said.
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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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Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
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Extended interview: Patrick Clancy
Patrick Clancy wrestles with grief and shares memories of his children in his first interview since his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Trump highlights friendship with Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping's state visit wraps up on Friday, a day after President Trump touted his friendship with the Chinese leader. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
U.S. military plans action in Cuba
The U.S. Army Reserve is reviewing a request to move resources to the military's Southern Command over the next four months, according to an internal message. Multiple U.S. officials say the request is part of continued military planning aimed at Cuba. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Hurricane Nolo heads toward Hawaii
Millions are under severe weather threats as two storms threaten the East Coast and Hawaii with floods and damaging winds. A nor'easter is battering the mid-Atlantic and is headed north, while Hurricane Nolo heads toward Hawaii's Big Island.
60 Archive: Dolly Parton's first visit to NYC
As New York celebrates Dolly Parton Appreciation Day, 60 Minutes looks back at her first visit to New York City, when the musical "Hello, Dolly!" was playing on Broadway. She told Morley Safer in 2009: "I thought, 'Hey, I've arrived. I'm here.'"