Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he does his "best every day" -- live updates
Sessions said that his deputy attorney general, Rod Rosenstein, is "really a good guy"
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Sanders named White House press secretary in shake-up
Incoming communications director Anthony Scaramucci briefed reporters following Sean Spicer's resignation
Everything you need to know about Anthony Scaramucci
The colorful ex-hedge fund manager is the White House's new communications director, it was announced Friday
Kasowitz, Corallo depart Trump's legal team
Ty Cobb, Jay Sekulow and John Dowd remain on Trump's legal team
Report: Manafort was millions in debt to pro-Russia interests
The debt dated before Paul Manafort joined the Trump campaign, according to financial records in Cyprus obtained by The New York Times
Trump business empire under scrutiny in Russia probe
Investigators are examining the financial dealings of President Trump and his associates, not limiting themselves to possible collusion with Russia in the election
Mar-a-Lago requests more foreign worker visas during "Made in America" week
President Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, submitted a request to the Department of Labor to hire foreign maids and housekeepers in the middle of the White House's "Made in America" week
McCain: "I'll be back soon"
McCain tweeted that he'll be back in Congress soon, after a shocking Wednesday night announcement that he has an aggressive form of brain cancer
Ryan calls CBO's estimate of 22M more uninsured "bogus"
Congressional Budget Office found many Americans would likely choose not to buy plans at all because deductibles would be too high
Lindsey Graham meets with Kushner on Capitol Hill
Sen. Lindsey Graham met with Trump son-in-law and top Trump adviser Kushner to talk about immigration and health care
By the numbers: Trump at 6 months in office
President Trump's first six months in office have been memorable. Here they are, by the numbers, according to CBS News' presidential tracker, Mark Knoller
Sessions says he'll continue as attorney general for "as long as it's appropriate"
Trump expressed regret over having named Sessions Attorney General because of his recusal from the Russia investigation
Trump says he wouldn't have picked Sessions if he knew he'd recuse himself
President Trump, in a wide-ranging, 50-minute interview with the New York Times, said he wouldn't have picked Attorney General Jeff Sessions if he'd known he would recuse himself from the Russia investigation
Trump Jr., Kushner, Manafort scheduled to appear before Senate
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and Donald Trump Jr. are listed as witnesses in a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing next week
Russia says talks underway on joint U.S. cybersecurity unit
President Trump 1st mentioned prospect of joint working group with Russia after meeting Putin, but then said it couldn't happen
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Reporters found out about second meeting Trump held with Putin from a source other than the White House
Why "Sesame Street" may not be doomed financially
Its nonprofit producer gets no direct federal money for the show, but that's little solace to PBS stations that show it
Trump to name defense lobbyist as Army secretary
President's first two nominees withdrew their names from consideration
CBO: Latest health bill would leave 32M more uninsured in 2026
Congressional Budget Office released score Wednesday for Senate GOP's latest attempt at health care legislation
White House, Kremlin defend Trump-Putin dinner chat
A Kremlin spokesman said the notion that the meeting was "secret" is "absurd," and President Trump said the story of a "secret dinner" with Putin is "Fake News"
Trump pressures Senate Republicans after sending mixed messages
Twenty-four hours after the Obamacare replacement plan hit a dead end, President Trump urged Senate Republicans to restart the car
Supreme Court upholds refugee ban, but says grandparents can get visas
The Trump administration can more strictly enforce its travel ban on refugees, but the court left in place a weakened travel ban
Report: Trump ending secret CIA program to arm Syrian rebels
President Trump is ending a covert CIA program to arm Syrian rebels, something Russia has wanted for a long time
U.S. military rents space in Trump Tower, despite Trump's absence
White House Military Office currently rents space in Trump Tower costing $130,000 a month
Tiffany Trump's trip to Berlin costs taxpayers at least $22,000
Secret Service detail accompanying President Trump's youngest daughter cost $22,439 for June trip
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U.S.-Iran ceasefire tested as U.S. guides ships through Strait of Hormuz
The U.S.-Iran standoff erupted in violence again as Project Freedom challenged Tehran's chokehold on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
U.S. Navy destroyers on Monday fended off a sustained barrage of Iranian missiles, attack drones and small boats as they helped two commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz.
2026 Tony Awards nominations are announced. See the list here.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
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Inside the effort to replace America's Minuteman III nuclear missiles
Hundreds of Minuteman III nuclear missile silos dot the landscape from Colorado up to the Canadian border, but a major transition is underway.
2 U.S. Navy destroyers transit Strait of Hormuz after dodging Iranian onslaught
Two U.S. Navy destroyers transited the Strait of Hormuz and entered the Persian Gulf after navigating an Iranian barrage, according to defense officials.
What to know about Tuesday's primaries in Ohio and Indiana
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they'll be casting ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers will weigh in on House and state races.
1 missing U.S. soldier in Morocco was trying to save another, officials say
Search and rescue efforts were still underway as of Monday after the two U.S. Army soldiers went missing off Morocco's southern coast over the weekend while off duty during a training exercise.
SCOTUS lets redistricting ruling take effect immediately, sparking angry exchange
The Supreme Court on Monday allowed last week's landmark decision striking down Louisiana's congressional map to take effect immediately, drawing a sharp back-and-forth between two justices.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state said.
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Watch Live: Pentagon gives Iran war update amid Strait of Hormuz escalation
U.S. Navy destroyers on Monday fended off a sustained barrage of Iranian missiles, attack drones and small boats as they helped two commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state said.
Infamous drug lord pens letters from U.S. prison, citing "cruel punishment"
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is serving a life sentence at a maximum security facility in Colorado.
From Truth Social to court: Groups challenging Trump get help from his posts
Judges in more than a dozen cases have cited social media posts by President Trump and members of his administration in decisions against the government.
The U.S. debt now exceeds the country's GDP. Should we worry?
Federal debt held by the public now surpasses the total value of the nation's economic output. Here's why experts say that's a concern.
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Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state said.
The U.S. debt now exceeds the country's GDP. Should we worry?
Federal debt held by the public now surpasses the total value of the nation's economic output. Here's why experts say that's a concern.
How much does a ticket to the Met Gala cost in 2026?
Tickets for Monday's Metropolitan Museum of Art event in New York City are into the six figures — if you get an invite.
Spirit Airlines says it has refunded most customers after shutdown
Some Spirit Airlines customers with flight tickets could be out of luck after the discount carrier ceased operations.
Trump family's World Liberty Financial sues billionaire for defamation
The lawsuit ramps up a feud between World Liberty Financial and Sun, who last month sued the Trump-backed company for fraud.
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Watch Live: Pentagon gives Iran war update amid Strait of Hormuz escalation
U.S. Navy destroyers on Monday fended off a sustained barrage of Iranian missiles, attack drones and small boats as they helped two commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state said.
What to know about Tuesday's primaries in Ohio and Indiana
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they'll be casting ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers will weigh in on House and state races.
From Truth Social to court: Groups challenging Trump get help from his posts
Judges in more than a dozen cases have cited social media posts by President Trump and members of his administration in decisions against the government.
Education Dept. probing all-women's Smith College for admitting trans women
The U.S. Department of Education says it's opened an investigation into Smith College, an all-women's institution in Massachusetts, for admitting transgender women.
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Latest on apparent hantavirus cruise outbreak
A suspected outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship has killed three people, officials say. Tom Hanson reports.
Alito temporarily restores FDA rule allowing abortion pill to be sent by mail
A federal appeals court blocked a FDA rule that allowed the abortion pill mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail.
Apparent hantavirus outbreak kills 3 on cruise ship, sickens at least 3 more
A suspected outbreak of the rare hantavirus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic off Africa killed three people and sickened at least three others, health officials say.
5/3: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The effects of overtourism; horse therapy; a tool to help keep dementia in check; Sting on "The Last Ship"; a golf journalist takes over a failing golf course; a Mozart exhibition; and collecting PEZ dispensers.
A tool to help keep dementia in check
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia. National Public Radio correspondent Allison Aubrey talks with neurologist Dr. Jonathan Rosand about how making changes to your daily habits might just be the prescription needed.
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U.K. counter-terror police investigate arson at ex-London synagogue
Keir Starmer warned Tuesday that there would be "consequences" if Iran is proven to be behind a recent series of antisemitic attacks in the capital.
Watch Live: Pentagon gives Iran war update amid Strait of Hormuz escalation
U.S. Navy destroyers on Monday fended off a sustained barrage of Iranian missiles, attack drones and small boats as they helped two commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz.
Spain to "welcome" hantavirus cruise ship as dead passenger's contacts traced
The World Health Organization says there may be some ongoing human-to-human transmission aboard the ship, as it prepares to medically evacuate two passengers.
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U.S.-Iran ceasefire tested as U.S. guides ships through Strait of Hormuz
The U.S.-Iran standoff erupted in violence again as Project Freedom challenged Tehran's chokehold on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in Caribbean, military says
The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people, as the number of recent strikes continues to ramp up.
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2026 Tony Awards nominations are announced. See the list here.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
Best 2026 Met Gala looks
Celebrities graced the Met's green and white carpet with their interpretations of this year's dress code, "Fashion is Art," inspired by the exhibit "Costume Art." Here are some of the most unforgettable, showstopping looks of the night.
Celebrities arrive at Met Gala
The Met Gala got underway in New York City Monday night, but it wasn't without controversy. CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher has more.
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively settle
Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively have reached a settlement in their legal battle over the making of "It Ends With Us." Details of the agreement have not yet been made public.
Controversy at 2026 Met Gala
The 2026 Met Gala is facing controversy over its honorary chairs, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and his wife, Lauren Sanchez Bezos. Adrianna Diaz reports.
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Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state said.
GameStop offers to buy eBay for $55.5 billion, threatens hostile bid
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
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.
Almanac: May 3
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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Infamous drug lord pens letters from U.S. prison, citing "cruel punishment"
Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is serving a life sentence at a maximum security facility in Colorado.
Gunman shot near Washington Monument
The White House was on lockdown Monday afternoon after the Secret Service shot a gunman just blocks away near the Washington Monument. Nicole Sganga reports.
Cole Allen moved off suicide watch
Cole Allen, the suspected shooter at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, was moved off suicide watch in jail ahead of his appearance in court on Monday. CBS News senior coordinating producer Anna Schecter has more.
Record cocaine haul seized in Atlantic by Spanish police, union says
Spanish police impounded what is believed to be a national record haul of cocaine from a ship, with the seizure potentially reaching 40 tons, a union said.
Claims on shot that hit Secret Service agent
U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro is claiming that Cole Allen, the suspect linked to a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, fired a shot that hit a Secret Service agent's vest. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Navy fends off attacks in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Navy destroyers faced missile and drone attacks as they helped two commercial vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Ramy Inocencio report.
Best 2026 Met Gala looks
Celebrities graced the Met's green and white carpet with their interpretations of this year's dress code, "Fashion is Art," inspired by the exhibit "Costume Art." Here are some of the most unforgettable, showstopping looks of the night.
Breaking down the U.S. gerrymandering battle
Florida has become the latest state to approve a partisan gerrymandered congressional map. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has a look at the nationwide congressional redistricting moves.
5/4: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Fallout continues from Spirit Airlines' closure; new details on missing U.S. soldiers in Morocco.
5/4: CBS Evening News
Secret Service shoots gunman near Washington Monument; United flight was only 20 feet above New Jersey Turnpike when landing gear hit truck.