9/6: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation", as the fall presidential campaign season kicks off, the country faces unprecedented challenges and the candidates work to convince, distract and excite voters.
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Judge authorizes "special master" appointment
A federal judge has authorized the appointment of a special master to review documents seized from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate last month. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane discusses the judge's decision.
Biden marks Labor Day with visits to swing states as midterms heat up
The unofficial start of fall, Labor Day also traditionally kicks off political crunch time for candidates.
Face The Nation: Patrick, Focus Group, Holt, Kornbluh
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on former Gov. Deval Patrick who talks about Biden, Trump and the next generation, a focus group of Trump voters on the FBI search, 2020 and the midterms, and tracing the links between the internet and extremism.
More details about items seized from Trump's Mar-a-Lago
CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane break down the latest revelations about the FBI's search of former President Donald Trump's estate at Mar-a-Lago.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Sept. 4
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," President Biden delivered his message for the 2022 campaign last week, putting former President Donald Trump and the so-called MAGA extremists he leads squarely on the midterm stage. Plus, the committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault on the Capitol prepares its next move, and we'll ask Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin, a key Democrat on the panel, what to expect.
Deval Patrick on Biden, Trump and the next generation
Former Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick discusses President Biden's speech on democracy, former President Donald Trump's supporters and the next generation of political leaders.
Trump claims FBI search is going to produce backlash
Former President Donald Trump held his first rally since the FBI search at his Mar-a-Lago estate.
Detailed list of Mar-a-Lago evidence released
A judge on Friday released a more detailed list of evidence taken from former president Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, revealing 48 folders marked as classified that were found empty. Robert Costa has the latest.
John Bolton on Mar-a-Lago search
John Bolton, national security advisor under former President Donald Trump, spoke to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge on Friday about the Mar-a-Lago search and former White House counsel Pat Cipollone's testimony before a grand jury in the Justice Department's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
Detailed inventory of seized Mar-a-Lago items unsealed
A court Friday unsealed a detailed inventory of materials seized during the FBI search at former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate last month. This comes as a federal judge weighs whether to appoint a special master to review the material that was seized. Plus, former White House counsel Pat Cipollone testified Friday before a grand jury in the Justice Department's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined Catherine Herridge to examine all these issues.
List of documents seized from Mar-a-Lago unsealed
A federal judge has unsealed a detailed inventory of items seized during the FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home, Mar-a-Lago. The list includes thousands of documents, some marked "top secret," along with dozens of empty folders bearing classification markings. Robert Costa explains.
Bolton criticizes Trump's handling of classified information
Former President Trump's one-time national security adviser addresses Trump's handling of classified information.
John Bolton on the items seized at Mar-a-Lago
John Bolton, who served as national security adviser in the Trump administration, said the discovery of things like newspaper clippings in the same boxes as documents marked classified reveals the former president's "disdain" for the seriousness of classification issues. Bloton spoke with CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge.
White House defends putting Marines by Biden during speech decrying MAGA GOP
Biden portrayed Trump and "MAGA Republicans" as representative of "an extremism that threatens the very foundations of our Republic."
Detailed list of property seized in Trump FBI search released
Judge Aileen Cannon ordered the court Thursday to release the detailed list of property seized from Mar-a-Lago.
Judge to rule on Trump's evidence request
A federal judge in Florida heard arguments Thursday from the Justice Department and former President Donald Trump's lawyers over his request to appoint a neutral third party, known as a special master, to review the evidence seized during the FBI's search of Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga joined Debra Alfarone from West Palm Beach, Florida, to discuss that and more.
Threats against federal authorities on the rise since FBI's Mar-a-Lago search
"There's a very real risk of law enforcement officers being hurt or killed as a result of these threats," a cyber threat investigator warns.
Judge delays decision on special master
A federal judge in Florida is ordering the Justice Department to release a detailed list of the records taken from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home last month. During yesterday's hearing, the judge also reserved judgment on whether to appoint a "special master" to review the documents. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Biden condemns Trump, "MAGA Republicans"
President Biden called on Americans to fight for the "soul of the nation" in a prime-time speech Thursday night. Before the president spoke, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy argued Americans aren't better off now than when Mr. Biden took office. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe traveled with the president to Philadelphia for the speech, and he joined "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Federal officials face rising online threats
A CBS News investigation found that online threats targeting federal authorities spiked after the FBI search at former President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate. Senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
Biden welcomes Obamas back to White House for portrait unveiling
It's been more than a decade since the Obamas welcomed George W. Bush back to the White House.
Trump court cases heat up
A decision on whether to appoint a "special master" to oversee the items seized in the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago could come any day now. In the meantime, a federal grand jury investigation into the Capitol riot and a different grand jury investigation in Georgia linger in the future for Trump allies. Robert Costa reports from Washington.
Biden delivers prime-time address
President Biden delivered a prime-time address in Philadelphia calling on Americans to fight for "the soul of the nation." Mr. Biden directly called out former President Donald Trump and "MAGA Republicans" for threatening the foundation of American democracy. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
9/1: Red and Blue
Judge says she will rule "in due course" on special master request in Mar-a-Lago search; Twitter to test edit button.
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Trump says he won't take Greenland by force as allies push back at Davos
President Trump told world leaders, CEOs and policymakers at the Davos economic forum that he wouldn't use force to take control of Greenland.
Appeals court pauses restrictions on tactics federal agents can use in Minnesota
A federal appeals court on Wednesday temporarily paused a judge's ruling that restricted the use of force federal agents can use on peaceful protesters in Minneapolis.
What to know about Trump's "Board of Peace"
The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
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Man pleads guilty in NC shooting that killed 5, including his brother and a cop
Austin David Thompson, now 18, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and other charges for a mass shooting in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 2022.
Former Iowa school superintendent to plead guilty to lying about citizenship
Former Des Moines superintendent Ian Roberts is set to appear before a federal judge Thursday and is expected to plead guilty to charges of falsely claiming U.S. citizenship and illegally possessing firearms.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Maps show where winter storm threatens to bring snow, brutal cold this weekend
Heavy snow, thick ice and brutal cold are expected to make the winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event for nearly 30 states.
Appeals court pauses restrictions on tactics federal agents can use in Minnesota
A federal appeals court on Wednesday temporarily paused a judge's ruling that restricted the use of force federal agents can use on peaceful protesters in Minneapolis.
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Wealth inequality in America just hit its widest gap in three decades.
Nearly one-third of U.S. household wealth was held by the top 1% in the third quarter of 2025.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Ryanair CEO on Elon Musk: "I suspect he's a bigger idiot than me"
Budget airline Ryanair launches "big idiot" fare promotion after CEO Michael O'Leary and Elon Musk trade insults.
Ford recalls some 119,000 vehicles due to engine block heater fire risk, NHTSA says
Ford is recalling roughly 119,000 vehicles because their engine block heaters have a defect that increases the risk of fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says.
Ex-flight attendant got hundreds of free flights posing as pilot, DOJ says
A former flight attendant for a Canadian airline posed as a commercial pilot and as a current flight attendant to obtain hundreds of free flights from U.S. airlines, authorities said.
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Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
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Justice Dept. kills cases cracking down on auto emissions cheating
The Justice Department ordered prosecutors to drop all pending cases targeting the sale of illicit "defeat devices" in diesel-powered vehicles.
ICE launches latest immigration arrest operation in Maine
Federal agents this week launched a new immigration enforcement operation in Maine, the latest front of the Trump administration's widening mass deportation campaign.
DOJ's call for resources in Minnesota includes military attorneys, auditors
The Justice Dept. is calling for resources to be sent to Minnesota as it expands its fraud investigation in the state.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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Trump repeats false or exaggerated claims about Greenland as he pushes for U.S. ownership
President Trump has exaggerated threats to Greenland from Russia and China and downplayed the country's current defenses, according to local officials and experts on the Arctic.
3 journalists killed in Gaza, including cameraman who worked with CBS News
An Israeli airstrike killed three journalists in Gaza on Wednesday, the territory's civil defense agency said. One of those killed, Abed Shaat, had worked for years as a cameraman for CBS News and other outlets.
Trump touts policies aimed at promoting homeownership in Davos speech
President Trump said his plans for boosting home affordability are already helping, but stopped short of providing details.
Trump backs off from tariff threat over Greenland
President Trump said he will not be imposing tariffs against European countries over their objections to his efforts to acquire Greenland.
What to know about Trump's "Board of Peace"
The "Board of Peace" was first announced as part of the peace plan for Gaza. President Trump has recently suggested that its work could extend more broadly.
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Prince Harry says U.K. tabloid court battle is "not just about me"
Prince Harry struck a combative tone as he testified in his lawsuit against the Daily Mail's publisher.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
David Beckham responds amid family feud
Brooklyn Beckham, the oldest son of David and Victoria Beckham, accused his parents in a social media statement of trying to undermine his marriage and of valuing "public promotion" over family. David Beckham acknowledged the allegations and responded, saying, "they make mistakes. Children are allowed to make mistakes." Adriana Diaz has more.
Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees announced
"CBS Mornings" exclusively announces the newest inductees to the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Anthony Mason reports.
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2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees revealed on "CBS Mornings"
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
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Tech leaders discuss future of AI in Davos
Tech leaders have taken the stage this week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss how AI will impact jobs. Bloomberg News reporter Sarah Frier joins CBS News with more.
Nonprofit helps to cut down on screen time
On average, young people between the ages of 8 and 18 spend about 7.5 hours a day on their screens, not including school work. A growing nonprofit is trying to change that alarming trend. The Balance Project focuses on delaying the use of smartphones for kids and encouraging more time with friends and independent play outside. Meg Oliver shows how.
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: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Internal memo authorizes ICE to enter homes without judicial warrants in some cases
ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without judicial warrants in the cases of people with deportation orders, a sweeping reversal of longstanding rules, according to a whistleblower complaint.
Florida Keys boat captain accused of selling cocaine found at sea
A charter boat captain in the Florida Keys was arrested for allegedly selling cocaine that was reportedly found at sea, authorities said.
Judge releases Busfield as he awaits trial
An Albuquerque judge denied the state's request to detain actor Timothy Busfield while he awaits trial. Busfield, who has denied the allegations, is accused of inappropriately touching two young boys while directing the TV series, "The Cleaning Lady."
Trump admits ICE may make mistakes
President Trump commented on ICE raids in the U.S. as the Justice Department served subpoenas for multiple Democratic officials in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Suspect in "Colonial Parkway murders" linked to more cold-case killings
The suspect in the "Colonial Parkway murders" that shook Virginia in the 1980s has been linked to 2 more of the killings, investigators announced.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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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Understanding tariffs' impact so far
A major agenda item for President Trump's second term has been tariffs. The president has used levies against countries that have opposed his economic or national security priorities. A new study by economists at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy shows how much revenue the tariffs have generated over the last year and who paid for them.
Economic standings one year into Trump term
President Trump touted his economic agenda this week as he reflected on one year back in office. Barron's reporter Sabrina Escobar joins "The Daily Report" to discuss where the economy stands right now.
Newly revealed Taylor Swift-Blake Lively texts
New text messages from Taylor Swift have been unsealed in the court battle between Blake Lively and her "It Ends With Us" co-star and director Justin Baldoni. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more details.
Trump says he reached Greenland "framework"
President Trump said he reached a framework deal for Greenland on Wednesday in Davos, Switzerland. It's unclear exactly what the framework entails. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports, and Jim Townsend, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy, has analysis.
Whistleblowers reveal ICE memo
A newly-revealed whistleblower complaint shows that ICE authorized its officers to enter homes without obtaining a warrant in some cases. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more details.