Major media companies seek release of Mar-a-Lago search affidavit
The Justice Department wants it kept sealed, saying its probe of Trump's handling of "highly classified material" would be compromised. Trump has called for its release.
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Former Sen. Alan Simpson on Cheney, Trump
Wyoming Republican Congresswoman Liz Cheney lost her primary against a Trump-backed challenger Tuesday. Former U.S. Senator from Wyoming Alan Simpson joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the fallout from Cheney's defeat and how things have changed in the Republican Party.
Liz Cheney looks to future after primary loss
Republican Congresswoman LIz Cheney lost her bid for reelection to Trump-backed candidate Harriet Hageman. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined CBS News' Lana Zak from Wyoming to discuss how Cheney plans to continue her battle in politics.
Giuliani testifies for 6 hours to grand jury
Rudy Giuliani appeared before a special grand jury in Atlanta that's investigating attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election. He has been identified as a target of the investigation. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBS News' Lana Zak with more on what we know about Giuliani's testimony.
How the GOP field is shaping up for 2024
Neil Levesque, the executive director of the New Hampshire Institute of Politics and Political Library at Saint Anselm College, and co-host of the "New Hampshire Live" podcast, joins "Red and Blue" to break down the latest on potential Republican presidential candidates for 2024.
Pence says he would consider testifying
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he would consider testifying before the House Select Committee on January 6, if he received an "unprecedented" request. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Lana Zak to discuss.
Pence says he would "consider" testifying before Jan. 6 panel
Former Vice President Mike Pence said he would "consider" testifying before the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection. Meanwhile, early voting is underway in the New York primary elections. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined "Red and Blue" to discuss Pence's recent statement and the New York primaries.
Liz Cheney loses primary, looks ahead to 2024
Rep. Liz Cheney, one of two Republicans on the House January 6 committee, lost her primary race to a Trump-backed challenger Tuesday. When asked about a potential 2024 presidential bid on the "Today" show, Cheney said she's thinking about it. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Red and Blue" with more from Wyoming.
Rudy Giuliani faces Georgia grand jury
Rudy Giuliani faced questions before a grand jury in Georgia investigating former President Trump's alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 election in the state. Tia Mitchell, Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on the investigation.
Pence will consider testifying if asked
Former Vice President Mike Pence said he hasn't ruled out testifying before the Jan. 6 committee, saying he "would consider" it if invited to do so. He also urged Republicans to stop attacking the FBI over its search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home. Meanwhile, Rudy Giuliani appeared before a grand jury investigating attempts to overturn the 2020 election. Jeff Pegues has the details.
Pence says he'd consider testifying on Jan. 6
Former Vice President Mike Pence said he would consider testifying before the House committee investigating January 6 if he received a formal invitation. He spoke during a political event in New Hampshire. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak join "Red and Blue" with details.
Liz Cheney ousted by Trump-backed challenger
Three-term Republican Rep. Liz Cheney was defiant in defeat, vowing to continue her efforts to make sure former President Donald Trump is not elected again. She moved quickly to set up a political action committee focused on stopping Trump, who she sees as a threat to democracy. Robert Costa reports.
Pence says he would consider testifying
Former Vice President Mike Pence said Wednesday he would consider testifying before the January 6 committee if asked. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett discussed with CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane the significance of those comments, Congresswoman Liz Cheney's primary defeat in Wyoming and the latest on January 6 criminal cases.
Cheney's political future after primary loss
Rep. Liz Cheney is assessing her plans following a dramatic primary defeat. The Wyoming Republican says her battle in Washington isn't over despite losing her bid to keep her seat in the House. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Liz Cheney says "it's the beginning the battle" ahead of Republican primary loss
CBS News caught up with Cheney soon after she voted in the Wyoming primary, which she went on to lose Tuesday night.
Cheney primary highlights state of GOP
Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming is looking ahead to her political future after losing her primary to challenger Harriet Hageman by a wide margin. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Jackson, Wyoming, and CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers from Cheney's race, as well as primaries in Alaska.
Pence addresses possible Jan. 6 testimony
Former Vice President Mike Pence addressed the possibility of him being asked to testify before the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol. His remarks came as Rudy Giuliani appeared before a special grand jury in Georgia investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Errol Barnett talk to CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates about what to expect from the testimony and ongoing investigation.
Giuliani to appear before Georgia grand jury
Rudy Giuliani has been told he is a target in an investigation into alleged efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to influence and overturn the 2020 election. CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins "CBS News Mornings" with more on the order that Giuliani appear before a Georgia grand jury today.
Giuliani appearing before special grand jury
Rudy Giuliani went to an Atlanta courthouse Wednesday to appear before a special grand jury looking into efforts by former President Donald Trump and his allies to overturn the 2020 election results. CBS News' Jeff Pegues reports from Atlanta, and Tamar Hallerman, a senior reporter for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joined CBS News to discuss.
Rudy Giuliani set to testify in Ga. probe
Today, Donald Trump's former personal attorney Rudy Giuliani is set to testify before a special Georgia grand jury looking into efforts by the former president and his allies to overturn the 2020 election. Chief national affairs and Justice correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
How January 6 is impacting GOP primaries
The GOP primaries in Wyoming and Alaska offer a glimpse into how Republican voters feel about the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol and former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Nikole Killion for a special edition of "Red and Blue."
Hearing set to consider unsealing DOJ affidavit
A federal judge has set a hearing for Thursday to hear the case calling for the unsealing of the Justice Department affidavit used as justification for the FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home. Catherine Herridge reports.
Widening probe of efforts to overturn election
The Washington Post is reporting new information about efforts by allies of former President Donald Trump to obtain sensitive voter data in the 2020 election. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott McFarlane discusses the latest with Washington Post investigative reporter Aaron C. Davis.
Hearing set for Thursday on unsealing Mar-a-Lago affidavit
A hearing will be held Thursday over whether to unseal the affidavit connected to the FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge discusses the latest.
President Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act
President Biden signed the sweeping Inflation Reduction Act Tuesday, a victory for the Democrats ahead of the midterm elections in November. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe discusses the potential impact of the bill on "Red and Blue."
DOJ says "over a million more documents" potentially related to Epstein case have been found
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
More severe weather in store for a soaked California
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Powerball $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot won by one ticket, in Arkansas
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second biggest winning jackpot in U.S. lottery history.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
Pope Leo's first Christmas homily laments conditions in Gaza, war in Ukraine
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
Rescue helicopter crashes on Mount Kilimanjaro
Two foreigners, a local doctor, a tour guide and the pilot were killed in the helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro.
DOJ releases huge set of Epstein files with many mentions of Trump
The Justice Department early Tuesday released more than 11,000 additional documents and photos from the Jeffrey Epstein files.
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More severe weather in store for a soaked California
More severe weather is forecast for an already soaked California, raising risk of additional mudslides and debris flows.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
Powerball $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot won by one ticket, in Arkansas
A single winning ticket was sold for Powerball's Christmas Eve jackpot of $1.817 billion, in Arkansas. It was the second-largest U.S. lottery jackpot ever won.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
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Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
NHTSA investigating Tesla Model 3 emergency door handles
Traffic safety regulators are reviewing a motorist's complaints that the manual door handles on some Model 3 cars are hard to find, a potential hazard in a crash.
Hawaii cruise passengers face new climate change tax after court ruling
The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.
How to save money on your utility bill this winter as heating costs rise
Many Americans face soaring costs to heat their homes this winter. Here are some ways to lower your monthly utility bill.
We asked experts to rate the U.S. economy in 2025. Here's what they said.
The economy remained on track this year, defying the gloomiest predictions. That doesn't mean Americans are thrilled with how things are going.
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Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
Trump promises to guard against "bad Santa" in Christmas Eve calls with kids
President Trump spent part of Christmas Eve bantering with kids, updating families on NORAD's Santa tracker and reminding one child that the big guy has a "serious appetite."
Trump-backed candidate declared winner of Honduras' presidential vote
President Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras' presidential election, the country's electoral authorities said, ending a weeks-long count.
DOJ says "over a million more documents" found, potentially related to Epstein case
The Justice Department said the process of releasing the Epstein files may take "a few more weeks" due to the volume of materials.
Judge blocks Trump from stripping security clearance from attorney for now
Trump signed an executive order in March saying it was "no longer in the national interest" for attorney Mark Zaid and others to access classified information.
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Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
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Imprisoned Brazilian ex-president Bolsonaro undergoes surgery
Jair Bolsonaro, who has been hospitalized since Wednesday, has been serving a 27-year prison sentence since November for an attempted coup.
King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Rescue helicopter crashes on Mount Kilimanjaro
Two foreigners, a local doctor, a tour guide and the pilot were killed in the helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro.
Pope Leo's first Christmas homily laments conditions in Gaza, war in Ukraine
In his first Christmas homily, Pope Leo lamented conditions for Palestinians in Gaza and urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in direct talks to end their wr.
Blast at Nigeria mosque kills 5, injures 35 in apparent suicide attack
A bomb exploded during prayers at a mosque in Nigeria, killing five people in what police described as a likely suicide attack.
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King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
Kennedy Center Christmas Eve concert canceled after Trump's name added
A planned Christmas Eve jazz concert at the Kennedy Center has been canceled.
NYT movie critic breaks down top 2025 movies
The New York Times movie critic Alissa Wilkinson ranked the top films of 2025. She joins CBS News 24/7 to review this year's list.
Small Oklahoma town pays homage to leg lamp
The leg lamp in "A Christmas Story" might be one of cinema's most iconic props, and one small town in Oklahoma has a special way to celebrate it. Omar Villafranca reports.
Kiefer Sutherland on new comedy "Tinsel Town"
Kiefer Sutherland stars in the new holiday comedy "Tinsel Town," about a washed-up Hollywood actor who lands in a small English town doing a theater production of "Cinderella." He talks about what drew him to the role.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Terry Rozier seeks to have charges thrown out in NBA gambling case
His lawyers argued that Rozier's alleged involvement in the wire fraud and money laundering conspiracies is limited.
California farming magnate arrested in Arizona in wife's shooting death
A prominent California farmer was arrested in the shooting death of his estranged wife in a remote mountain community in Arizona, authorities said.
D.C. National Guard shooting suspect facing 5 additional federal charges
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is accused of fatally shooting Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and wounding Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe.
Officials: Melodee Buzzard's body recovered
California authorities announced Tuesday they have found the body of 9-year-old Melodee Buzzard and arrested her mother for murder. See the full news conference.
Delaware state trooper killed in DMV shooting
A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a Wilmington DMV, the Delaware State Police said. The state's governor confirmed the shooter is also dead.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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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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"The Polar Express" children's book turns 40
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Chris Van Allsburg's beloved children's book, "The Polar Express." He tells CBS News' Bradley Blackburn about how he came up with the classic Christmas tale at just 34 years old.
Winning Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas
The Christmas Eve Powerball jackpot worth $1.817 billion, the second-largest ever, was won by a single ticket sold in Arkansas.
Leo XIV celebrates first Christmas as pope
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Christmas since he became pontiff. At Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, Leo urged people to care for the poor and for migrants.
Powerful storm slams California
A powerful storm brought heavy rain to parts of California on Wednesday, flooding roads and prompting evacuations in some areas. The deluge of rain is causing dangerous travel conditions on Christmas Day.
Why flamingos are returning to Florida
In late 19th-century Florida, hunters pushed flamingos into functional extinction. But something changed over the last 25 years when hurricanes in the Caribbean chased them into the Everglades. Mark Strassmann reports.