Trump & Mueller feud
President Trump ordered the firing of Robert Mueller last June, the special counsel leading the Russia probe, the New York Times reported Thursday evening, citing four people who had been told about it.
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Trump in Davos
President Trump is in Davos, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum. His goal is to present a business-friendly approach to his "America First" agenda. CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan reports.
Missing FBI text messages
Missing FBI text messages, including some from former special counsel investigators, have been recovered. But some Republicans have been alleging a coverup after the Justice Department said they couldn't find them. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid reports.
Trump immigration plan
The White House's immigration proposal includes a pathway to citizenship for 1.8 million "Dreamers" in exchange for $25 billion for border security and enforcement. The framework also includes changes to the visa lottery program and immigration by family members. The administration will bring the plan to Congress next week. CBSN's Reena Ninan reports.
"America First" agenda
President Trump is in Davos, Switzerland, to urge businesses to invest in the United States. He also held meetings with world leaders along the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. Niall Stanage, White House columnist for The Hill, joins CBSN to explain the challenges the president faces abroad.
Oprah on 2020 run
Oprah Winfrey addressed rumors of a 2020 presidential bid in an interview with InStyle magazine. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green report.
Trump meets U.K. leader
President Trump said he continues to have a "great relationship" with U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May during a bilateral meeting at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green anchor coverage of the leaders' meeting.
Immigration under Trump
Caitlin Dickerson of the New York Times and Alan Gomez of USA Today join Elaine Quijano on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss President Trump's immigration agenda in his first year.
Team Trump in Switzerland
President Trump is headed to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland Wednesday to discuss a number of economic and political issues with world leaders. But how will his "America First" agenda be received? CBS News senior foreign affairs and White House correspondent Margaret Brennan and CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger join CBSN to discuss the upcoming trip.
Trump & McCabe
One of the questions special counsel Robert Mueller will be asking President Trump is whether he asked former FBI Director Andrew McCabe who he voted for in the 2016 election. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid analyzes what that could signify.
Trump leaves for Davos
President Trump left for Davos, Switzerland, and the World Economic Forum Wednesday night, shortly after an impromptu press conference with reporters.
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Former USA Gymnastics doctor sentenced; President Trump said he would speak to special counsel under oath.
Trump & DACA
President Trump said Wednesday that he's open to a path to citizenship for all Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) recipients after 10 to 12 years, if they have no criminal record. It's a stance that, if it holds, could frustrate many of the most conservative members of his party. Sean Sullivan, congressional reporter with The Washington Post, joins CBSN with more.
Trump surprise
President Trump surprised reporters Wednesday when he showed up at his chief of staff's office and held an impromptu press conference. He told a group of reporters he is "looking forward" to being interviewed by special counsel Robert Mueller under oath, and said "Dreamers" should be granted a path to citizenship. CBS News' chief White House correspondent Major Garrett was there, and has details of the unexpected encounter.
Trump on Mueller, DACA
President Trump told reporters Wednesday he's open to a path to citizenship for so-called "Dreamers," and addressed a possible meeting with Special Counsel Robert Mueller. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
McCabe asked about election
Sources say President Trump asked acting FBI director Andrew McCabe who he voted for in the days after James Comey was fired. The conversation is facing scrutiny, as Special Counsel Robert Mueller investigates possible obstruction of justice. CBS News legal correspondent Paula Reid reports.
Trump heads to Davos
President Trump is heading to Davos, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum. The president's "America First" policies will contrast with what has typically been an event that champions globalization. "CBS Evening News" anchor Jeff Glor talks to White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan and business analyst Jill Schlesinger about what to expect.
Trump vs. Dems
President Trump is threatening there will be no deal on DACA, the Obama-era program that gives legal status to undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children, if there is no funding for a border wall. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said he's taking his offer to fund the border wall off the table. Editor-in-Chief of The Hill Bob Cusack explains where the negotiations go from here.
New Trump revelation
CBS News has confirmed that President Trump asked Acting FBI Director Andrew McCabe about his vote in the 2016 election during an Oval Office meeting. McCabe has since become the bureau's deputy director and plans to retire. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid spoke to Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green about the new revelation.
Trump to face questioning
The special counsel in the Russia investigation is just weeks away from questioning President Trump. Callum Borchers is a politics and media reporter for The Fix at The Washington Post. He joined CBSN with more on the upcoming interview.
Sessions' special counsel interview
The White House expects special counsel Robert Mueller will interview President Trump in the next few weeks. Mueller's questioning would focus on possible obstruction of justice in the firing of FBI Director James Comey. Paula Reid reports.
Trump foreign policy
Michael Morell, CBSN senior national security contributor who served as deputy director and acting director of the CIA under former President Obama, and Fran Townsend, CBS News senior national security analyst and served as homeland security adviser to former President George W. Bush, join "Red and Blue" to analyze President Trump's approach to foreign policy during his first year in office.
Sessions and special counsel
Tuesday brought news of two major interviews in special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian meddling. McClatchy DC White House correspondent Franco Ordonez joined CBSN to discuss what Attorney General Jeff Sessions and fired FBI director James Comey's interviews with Mueller's team mean for the timeline of that probe.
1/23/18: Red and Blue
President Trump delivers first State of Union next Tuesday; A year of "America first."
Russia investigation
Speaking top the press Tuesday, President Trump said he was "not concerned" that his Attorney General Jeff Sessions spoke with Special Counsel Robert Mueller last week. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss.
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Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran
The U.S. carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran on Friday after Iranian forces hit a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz a day earlier.
Letlow, Fleming face off for Cassidy's seat in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff
Louisianans are voting Saturday in the state's Republican Senate runoff, as two candidates vie to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy, who did not receive enough votes in the primary to advance.
Minnesota fraud suspect arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say
Abdikerm Eidleh, accused of playing a key role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was arrested in Somalia after more than four years, federal officials said.
Search for earthquake survivors in Venezuela stretches into 3rd day
Venezuelans have taken the search for missing loved ones into their own hands, citing a scarcity of government rescuers.
Buttigieg targeted by fake report to child protective services
Michigan State Police said law enforcement and Child Protective Services confirmed a report against Pete Buttigieg was unsubstantiated and false.
Appeals court upholds Harvey Weinstein's California rape conviction
A California appeals court has upheld Harvey Weinstein's 2022 rape and sexual assault conviction.
Texas board approves adding Bible stories to required reading for public school students
The reading list will take effect starting in 2030.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case finds prosecutor in contempt
The defense team for Tyler Robinson asked that the death penalty be taken off the table following public comments by prosecutors.
How much water does AI really use?
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
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Letlow, Fleming face off for Cassidy's seat in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff
Louisianans are voting Saturday in the state's Republican Senate runoff, as two candidates vie to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy, who did not receive enough votes in the primary to advance.
Utah declares emergency, limits fireworks as crews battle largest U.S. wildfire
Utah is restricting fireworks as the largest wildfire in the nation grows, fueled by dry conditions and gusting winds.
Nurse who went above and beyond gets special send-off: "You're an angel"
Wynola Wayne received a special retirement send-off after 58 years as a nurse. One former patient, Marco Houpe, said, "If it wasn't for her then, I wouldn't be here today."
Video shows Boeing 777 making very low pass over Texas airfield
Data from FlightRadar24 showed the plane was no more than 25 feet above the ground during the low pass as it approached the Horseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center airport.
Appeals court upholds Harvey Weinstein's California rape conviction
A California appeals court has upheld Harvey Weinstein's 2022 rape and sexual assault conviction.
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Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
Trump vows immediate 100% tariff if countries levy digital services tax
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
Nude portrait by Amedeo Modigliani sets record at auction
The Modigliani painting "Nu assis au collier" (Seated Nude Wearing a Necklace) sold for $63.9 million, the highest price achieved for a work by the artist sold at auction in Europe, Sotheby's said.
Apple and Microsoft are raising their prices as chip costs soar
Apple is raising the prices of some MacBooks and iPads, while Microsoft is raising Xbox prices as semiconductor costs surge.
Big Tech is spending trillions on AI. Investors want proof it'll pay off.
Technology companies are betting trillions of dollars that consumers will open their wallets for AI services. But what if Big Tech is wrong?
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Letlow, Fleming face off for Cassidy's seat in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff
Louisianans are voting Saturday in the state's Republican Senate runoff, as two candidates vie to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy, who did not receive enough votes in the primary to advance.
Buttigieg targeted by fake report to child protective services
Michigan State Police said law enforcement and Child Protective Services confirmed a report against Pete Buttigieg was unsubstantiated and false.
U.S. strikes targets in Iran after drone attack on cargo ship
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Trump vows immediate 100% tariff if countries levy digital services tax
Countries that tax U.S. companies offering digital products and services would immediately face a 100% tariff on their exports to the U.S., President Trump said.
Epstein's assistant grilled by lawmakers over Amex travel booked for women or girls
U.S. lawmakers recently grilled Jeffrey Epstein's longtime assistant Lesley Groff about Epstein's use of American Express to book travel for multiple women or girls.
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Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"
Michelle Williams struggled with high blood pressure and swelling for years before she was finally diagnosed with an unusual condition.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway the CDC
A trove of emails offers a new look at how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention navigated some of the most controversial decisions of President Trump's second term.
Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
American tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer had returned in a social media post Thursday.
Democrats to propose bill capping out-of-pocket Medicare costs for enrollees
Some Senate Democrats want to cap the amount beneficiaries in traditional Medicare have to pay toward care, but the move is expected to draw GOP opposition for potentially adding billions to Medicare costs.
Medicare's AI push snarls patients and doctors in errors and delays
Medicare is testing the use of artificial intelligence to preapprove several healthcare services.
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Political dissident who fled China arrives in Canada, his friend says
Dong Guangping landed in Toronto following an Air Canada flight on Friday, his friend said.
Search for earthquake survivors in Venezuela stretches into 3rd day
Venezuelans have taken the search for missing loved ones into their own hands, citing a scarcity of government rescuers.
U.S. strikes targets in Iran after drone attack on cargo ship
The U.S. military says it hit Iranian targets over Iran's drone attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first American strikes on Iran since the two countries formally agreed to extend a ceasefire last week.
Convicted rapist who faked death and fled U.S. has died
Nicholas Rossi, 38, was serving at least 10 years in prison in Utah following his convictions in 2025 in two sexual assault cases.
4 people convicted over insecticide deaths of tourist family at hotel
Investigators initially suspected food poisoning, but that was quickly dismissed after Turkish media reported that their hotel was dealing with a bedbug infestation.
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Appeals court upholds Harvey Weinstein's California rape conviction
A California appeals court has upheld Harvey Weinstein's 2022 rape and sexual assault conviction.
Essential American songs of last 250 years
For the United States' 250th birthday, Sunday Morning asked dozens of notable Americans, from Jason Alexander and Ken Burns to Misty Copeland, what they considered to be our country's essential songs. This is the Essential American Songbook: 90 contributors and 250 songs. Here's a sample.
Comedian Druski to make history at BET Awards
Comedian and entertainer Druski will host the BET Awards on Sunday. At 31, he's the youngest host in the show's history. He gave "CBS Mornings" co-host Nate Burleson a preview of what to expect.
William Holden, Joseph Cotten mark bicentennial
In the lead-up to America's bicentennial in 1976, CBS aired brief segments featuring well-known figures of the time describing moments from early U.S. history. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett introduces clips featuring legendary actors William Holden and Joseph Cotten.
New NYT reporting on Taylor Swift's wedding
The New York Times is reporting that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might tie the knot at Madison Square Garden. She has reportedly booked out the arena for the Fourth of July weekend, the rumored wedding date.
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California creates AI job trend tracker
California now has the nation's first dashboard to publicly track artificial intelligence-related job trends, ones created and ones lost. As of now, early findings show no evidence of rising statewide unemployment from jobs exposed to AI. Till von Wachter, a faculty director of the California Policy Lab at UCLA, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Gadget prices have fallen for decades. Then AI happened.
The race to build AI data centers is leading to a global shortage of memory chips, driving up the cost of personal electronics.
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.
Apple, Microsoft announce price hikes
Apple and Microsoft announced they're hiking prices for some electronic products, including computers and XBOX consoles, citing a shortage of memory chips. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein weighs in.
How much water does AI really use?
The heaviest demand on America's water supply isn't data centers or AI. It's from everyday uses such as growing food, watering lawns and flushing toilets.
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Ancient Egyptian burial site reveals centuries of changing traditions
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
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Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Birthright citizenship; the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library unveiled; Shooter Jennings releases recordings by his father, Waylon Jennings; comedian John Mulaney; childhood obesity; and the secrets of seahorses and seadragons.
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Billionaire Leon Black testifies on Epstein
Billionaire Leon Black testified before the House Oversight Committee on Friday. After Black ended the interview, the committee issued two subpoenas. Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia, a member of the House Oversight Committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss this and the U.S. strike on Iran.
Minnesota fraud suspect arrested in Somalia after 4 years on the run, officials say
Abdikerm Eidleh, accused of playing a key role in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme, was arrested in Somalia after more than four years, federal officials said.
Mistrial ruled in Palisades Fire arson case
A judge declared a mistrial in the case against a man accused of starting a fire that grew into the deadly 2025 Palisades Fire. The jury was deadlocked during deliberations. CBS News Los Angeles has more.
Convicted rapist who faked death and fled U.S. has died
Nicholas Rossi, 38, was serving at least 10 years in prison in Utah following his convictions in 2025 in two sexual assault cases.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case finds prosecutor in contempt
The defense team for Tyler Robinson asked that the death penalty be taken off the table following public comments by prosecutors.
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Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Interstellar comet may be oldest object ever seen in solar system
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
Researchers find "Pink Planet" has salty clouds: "We were very surprised"
The "Pink Planet," formally known as GJ504b, was discovered in 2013 and is technically not a planet but rather a "planetary-mass companion."
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
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U.S. strikes Iran as retaliation
The U.S. launched retaliatory strikes on Iran after Iranian forces hit a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. President Trump called the attack a "foolish violation" of the ceasefire between nations.
Fireworks sales soar ahead of Fourth of July
Backyard fireworks sales in the U.S. have skyrocketed this year. Meanwhile, gas and ground beef prices remain high.
Details emerge on low-flying cargo plane
The FAA says it's investigating a Qatar Airways cargo jet that could be seen in viral videos flying extremely low to the ground near Texas airports.
Lebanon divided over Israel-Hezbollah clashes
"CBS Saturday Morning" goes inside Lebanon to learn about the deep divisions surrounding the clashes between Israel and Hezbollah.
Venezuelans search for earthquake survivors
Venezuelans are desperately searching for survivors after two deadly back-to-back earthquakes rocked the South American country three days ago.