Trump questions
From the ongoing Russia investigation to DACA to tax reform, Sen. Chuck Grassley got an earful from his constituents in Logan, Iowa. CBS Omaha affiliate KMTV reports on the town hall event.
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DACA showdown
Theresa Cardinal Brown, director of immigration and cross-border policy at the Bipartisan Policy Center, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” from Washington to discuss the likelihood that there will be bipartisan accord on immigration, what's at stake for Dreamers and those with temporary protected status and why some people are already losing their status.
This week in politics
Washington Post politics writer Amber Phillips joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how the president's alleged remarks could affect the already heated immigration debate, why it's likely there won't be fallout among his base, and how Steve Bannon's departure from Breitbart News will affect the right-wing movement.
Trump comments fallout
The international community and civil rights leaders across the country are demanding an apology from President Trump for the remarks reportedly made at a bipartisan immigration meeting Thursday. He has denied using a vulgarity to describe Haiti, El Salvador and some African nations. Errol Barnett reports.
Congresswoman Liz Cheney likely to be replaced
Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy has formally endorsed Representative Elise Stefanik for the role of House Republican Conference Chair. Representative Liz Cheney currently faces a vote to oust her from the influential GOP leadership post. Christina Ruffini reports.
Trump under fire
Both Democrats and Republicans are reacting to reports that President Trump used vulgar language to describe Haiti, El Salvador and countries in Africa during a meeting on immigration. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Pres. Trump's first physical
President Trump, who is 71 years old, went to Walter Reed Friday and had his first physical since taking office. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks to "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor about this type of evaluation.
World reaction to Trump remark
President Trump's comment referring to Haiti, El Salvador and nations in Africa as "sh*thole countries" is sparking global outrage. PJ Crowley, former assistant secretary of state under the Obama administration, joins CBSN to discuss the fallout and how the controversy might affect U.S. interests around the world.
Public figures slam Trump
"This country's greatness and true genius lies in its diversity." Celebrities and public figures slam President Trump after his "sh*thole countries" comment.
Iran sanctions waiver
The United States is extending the sanctions waiver as part of the Iran nuclear deal, but the White House says this will be the last time. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to explain.
Reaction to Trump's comments
"I doubt that a comment like that would have been made if somebody like me is sitting across the table from you," said Rep. Mia Love (R-Utah). She's just one of the lawmakers from both parties condemning President Trump's "sh*thole countries" remark.
Politico on Trump remark
President Trump's comments referring to "sh*thole countries" may have a negative impact on the Republican Party ahead of this year's midterms elections. Politico's senior Washington correspondent and Playbook co-author Anna Palmer joined CBSN with more on the fallout.
Fallout from Trump's remarks
A United Nations official slammed President Trump over his "sh*thole" remarks, calling them "shocking and shameful." For more on the global fallout, we're joined by Signal newsletter writers for GZero Media and CBSN contributors Willis Sparks and Kevin Allison.
Durbin on Trump remark
Senator Dick Durbin, the sole Democrat in the Oval Office during the controversial "sh*thole countries" comment made by President Trump, has refuted Mr. Trump's denial that he didn't use that language. He also praised Senator Lindsey Graham for standing up to the president over his comments.
Schieffer on Trump remarks
Just 12 days into the New Year, the White House is already in damage control mode. The challenges it faces not only include the president's vulgar immigration remarks, but also the publication of Michael Wolff's bombshell book "Fire and Fury." CBS News political contributor Bob Schieffer joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he considers President Trump's crude remarks racist, the implications of Wolff's tell-all about the chaos inside the Trump White House, and why it's possible for Democrats to take control of the House.
Trump denies "sh*thole" comment
In a morning tweet, President Trump denied he referred to Caribbean and African nations as "sh*thole" countries, saying that his language was tough but the quote was inaccurate.
GOP's Liz Cheney likely to be ousted
House Republicans are expected to vote Wednesday to remove Congresswoman Liz Cheney of Wyoming as the party's conference chair. It follows an ongoing feud between Cheney and former President Trump. Tyler Pager, White House reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with his analysis.
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President Trump rejects immigration deal; Texas shooting victim rides home with hero
Trump's "sh*thole" remark
In an immigration meeting with lawmakers Thursday, President Trump disparaged Haiti and African nations as "sh*thole countries," CBS News confirmed.
1/11/18: Red and Blue
President Trump's immigration contradiction?; DACA-protected medical students worry about future careers
Trump's "sh*thole country" comment
During an immigration meeting at the Oval Office on Thursday, when the topic of immigration protections came up, President Trump asked why immigrants came to America from "sh*thole countries" like Haiti and El Salvador. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the latest controversial immigration comments from Mr. Trump.
Retiring Republicans
More than two dozen Republican lawmakers say they will leave Congress by the start of 2019. Former communications director for Senator Marco Rubio and CBSN political contributor Alex Conant joins "Red and Blue" to discuss why there's a GOP exodus, and what this might mean for 2020.
DACA deal in jeopardy?
President Trump questioned why the U.S. is accepting people from "sh*thole" countries, when lawmakers suggested bringing back legal protections for immigrants from Haiti, El Salvador and African nations as a part of a broader immigration deal. Jordan Frasier, political video reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss how this might impact a potential bipartisan plan.
DACA medical students
A group of medical students protected by DACA are concerned about their future as the program is called into question. CBS News correspondent Adriana Diaz has their story.
"Sh*thole countries" comment
During an Oval Office meeting on immigration, President Trump asked why the U.S. is accepting people from "sh*thole countries," and then suggested the U.S. should allow more people from countries like Norway. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Trump says if Iran kills protesters, U.S. will "come to their rescue"
As U.S.-Iran tension soars, Trump warns violence against protesters could bring an American intervention: "We are locked and loaded and ready to go."
Potential ISIS-inspired attack thwarted in North Carolina, officials say
The FBI's field office in Charlotte, North Carolina, said the potential attack was inspired by ISIS.
Tony Dokoupil: Don't just trust me. Make me earn it.
"You come first," declares the new anchor of the Evening News. "Not advertisers. Not politicians. Not corporate interests — including the new owners of CBS."
Swiss bar fire started by sparklers, investigators say, amid efforts to ID victims
Many of those killed and injured by a fire that tore through a bar in Switzerland's Crans-Montana ski resort were teenagers celebrating the new year.
Judge orders alleged D.C. pipe bomber to remain detained pending trial
The suspect, Brian Cole, has not yet entered a plea to the charges stemming from two bombs found near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters nearly five years ago.
Records reveal Minnesota's long history with day care fraud warnings
Audits completed in the past 10 years show that Minnesota has lacked the teeth to properly vet attendance records and go after possible fraudsters proactively.
Prominent Jan. 6 defendants plan march to Capitol to mark 5 years since attack
House Democrats will also be holding a hearing on the five-year mark of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Tesla sales drop for a second year in a row amid headwinds
Tesla's electric vehicle sales fell 9% in 2025 from a year ago amid the expiration of a $7,500 EV U.S. tax credit.
Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack in Colorado
A woman was killed in what appears to be the first fatal mountain lion attack in Colorado in nearly 30 years.
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What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett.
Judge orders alleged D.C. pipe bomber to remain detained pending trial
The suspect, Brian Cole, has not yet entered a plea to the charges stemming from two bombs found near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters nearly five years ago.
Prominent Jan. 6 defendants plan march to Capitol to mark 5 years since attack
House Democrats will also be holding a hearing on the five-year mark of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Potential ISIS-inspired attack thwarted in North Carolina, officials say
The FBI's field office in Charlotte, North Carolina, said the potential attack was inspired by ISIS.
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What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Tesla sales drop for a second year in a row amid headwinds
Tesla's electric vehicle sales fell 9% in 2025 from a year ago amid the expiration of a $7,500 EV U.S. tax credit.
U.S. reduces proposed tariffs on Italian pasta, Italy says
Steep U.S. import duties targeting 13 Italian pasta makers will be sharply reduced, Italy's foreign ministry said on Jan. 1.
Trump administration delays tariff increases on furniture, kitchen cabinets
The one-year delay comes as President Trump has rolled back some other import duties amid affordability concerns.
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Judge orders alleged D.C. pipe bomber to remain detained pending trial
The suspect, Brian Cole, has not yet entered a plea to the charges stemming from two bombs found near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters nearly five years ago.
Prominent Jan. 6 defendants plan march to Capitol to mark 5 years since attack
House Democrats will also be holding a hearing on the five-year mark of the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Maduro says Venezuela open to U.S. talks on drug trafficking
In a pretaped interview on state TV, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro evaded a question about a U.S. strike at a docking area that the Trump administration believed was used by drug cartels.
Records reveal Minnesota's long history with day care fraud warnings
Audits completed in the past 10 years show that Minnesota has lacked the teeth to properly vet attendance records and go after possible fraudsters proactively.
White House aiming to get final approval for Trump-backed ballroom by March
The Trump administration is aiming to move a planned 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom through the federal government's review process at a rapid clip, with final approvals as soon as early March.
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Price hikes hit ACA health insurance plans as subsidies expire
Enhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Some states ban junk food from SNAP benefits
In 2026, several states are set to prohibit individuals from purchasing certain junk food items using their federal benefits. Meg Oliver has the details.
Flu cases spiking this holiday season, CDC data shows
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
New California tortilla law aims to decrease birth defects in Latino babies
Mom-and-pop shops will be exempt from this change, but big manufacturers in California will need to start adding folic acid to tortillas beginning January 1.
Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
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Earthquake rattles Mexico City and popular resort town
The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.5 with the epicenter near the Pacific coast resort town of Acapulco.
Nigeria police charge Anthony Joshua's driver after fatal crash
Boxer Anthony Joshua's driver was charged with "dangerous driving causing death" and driving without a license, among other charges.
Angelina Jolie meets Palestinian refugees, aid workers at Rafah crossing
The Rafah border crossing was set to reopen under the ceasefire in effect in Gaza since October, but has so far remained closed.
Maduro says Venezuela open to U.S. talks on drug trafficking
In a pretaped interview on state TV, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro evaded a question about a U.S. strike at a docking area that the Trump administration believed was used by drug cartels.
"Like a horror movie": Survivors, witnesses describe Swiss ski resort fire
As a deadly fire tore through the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss ski town of Crans-Montana, young people trapped inside tried desperately to escape.
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Rosé talks rise in music industry and doubts
K-pop star Rosé is up for three Grammy nominations, including Record and Song of the Year. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about her rise to fame and the doubts she still has at times.
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
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More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
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.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
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2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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.
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Teen planned terror attack, official says
U.S. officials announced that 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant has been charged after allegedly planning to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Jessica Levinson have more.
ISIS-inspired attack prevented, officials say
Justice Department and FBI officials announced Friday that a planned terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve was thwarted. U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson said the suspect, who was allegedly inspired by ISIS, was 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Epstein suvivors' lawyers on files remaining
Lawyers for Jeffrey Epstein survivors are alleging that a large number of files have yet to be released by the Department of Justice. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Potential ISIS-inspired attack thwarted in North Carolina, officials say
The FBI's field office in Charlotte, North Carolina, said the potential attack was inspired by ISIS.
Woman says tea laced with pills given to ex was a chemistry experiment
Esther Jane Stephen, a high school softball coach, was arrested in 2020 in the fatal shooting of her former fiancé Shea Briar in Jay County, Indiana. Prosecutors say Stephen, known as E.J., had attempted to kill him before with a drink laced with ibuprofen.
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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
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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More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
Trump reacts to violence at Iranian protests
Massive protests have erupted in Iran, and President Trump is weighing in as news of deaths and violence emerges. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
1 dead in suspected mountain lion attack
Hikers found a woman's body near a Colorado trail, and officials believe a mountain lion may have attacked her. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Swiss ski resort bar was packed with teens
The massive fire that engulfed a bar at a Swiss ski resort in Crans-Montana killed dozens and injured more than 100. Officials believe sparklers ignited the deadly fire. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Teen planned terror attack, official says
U.S. officials announced that 18-year-old Christian Sturdivant has been charged after allegedly planning to carry out an ISIS-inspired terror attack in North Carolina on New Year's Eve. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Jessica Levinson have more.