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Just days after the shooting of Rep. Steve Scalise, the latest CBS News poll shows that 73 percent of Americans believe current political rhetoric is encouraging violence in the U.S. CBS News elections & surveys director Anthony Salvanto joined "Red & Blue" to break down the findings.
President Trump ignored shouted questions Monday about whether he's a target of the federal investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. He declined to clear up the discrepancy between his tweet from last week and comments from one of his attorneys, Jay Sekulow. Julianna Goldman has more.
While the shooting dominated this week's headlines, it wasn't the only news. The president himself appeared to confirm his being investigated by the special counsel for possible obstruction of justice.
CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and The New Republic editor Eric Bates join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the latest tensions between the White House and the Justice Department, President Trump changing the narrative, and whether the congressional baseball practice shooting will bring more unity.
President Trump is keeping up his attacks on the Justice Department's investigation into Russia's alleged meddling in the U.S. presidential election. On Friday, Mr. Trump took aim at Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, who is supervising the investigation, and questioned his integrity. Errol Barnett reports.
Top Democrats in Congress warned President Trump against a power grab Friday after his tweets critical of the Russia investigation. GOP Sen. Pat Toomey said that the country would be "better off generally with fewer tweets." Also, doctors gave an update on Rep. Steve Scalise, injured in Wednesday's shooting. Nancy Cordes reports.
President Trump is speaking in Miami and is expected to roll out a new U.S. policy on Cuba. CBS News correspondent Manuel Bojorquez joins CBSN to discuss.
Controversy is brewing over the Public Theater's depiction of Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" as President Donald Trump. So, we asked Shakespeare scholars, actors and theater professionals to break down the classic text. Is the production really glorifying the assassination of the president? Or it all just one big misunderstanding?
Congressional leaders confirm Thursday's charity baseball game will go on despite Wednesday's baseball field shooting. President Trump called for greater unity after the shooting. House Speaker Paul Ryan repeated that theme when he spoke to members Wednesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
President Trump called for unity in the wake of the shooting at of a Republican congressman at a baseball practice in Virginia. Zeke Miller of Time and Rachael Bade of Politico join "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Following the most high-profile act of domestic political violence on his watch, President Trump, an often polarizing figure, delivered a message of unity. Margaret Brennan reports.
Sen. Diane Feinstein, D-California, didn't get many answers when she asked why Attorney General Jeff Sessions bothered to write a recommendation calling for the firing of FBI Director James Comey while President Trump said he was going to fire Comey regardless. See the moment.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions got animated during questioning from Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Oregon) about why James Comey was fired. "This is a secret innuendo being leaked out there about me," Sessions testified, saying circumstances of his recusal were not "problematic." See the moment.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said there were no inappropriate communications between former FBI Director James Comey and President Trump while testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee. Sessions said, "Mr. Comey well knew" rules on communication between justice department and White House.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified that he has confidence in Robert Mueller as special counsel and would not take any actions to have Mueller removed. Asked if he thought President Trump had confidence in Mueller, Sessions replied, "I have no idea. I have not talked to him about it."
Attorney General Jeff Sessions denied communicating with Russian officials about the 2016 election during his opening statement before the Senate Intelligence Committee. See Sessions' full opening statement.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions gave a heated denial of any wrongful meeting with Russian officials while testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee. See the moment.
CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with a preview of what questions Jeff Sessions could face during Tuesday's testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a decision blocking President Trump's revised travel ban. Attorney Seth Berenzweig joins CBSN to discuss the ruling.
Attorney General Jeff Sessions is set to testify in an open session of the Senate Intelligence Committee Tuesday about the Russia probe and the firing of former FBI Director James Comey. Washington Post national political correspondent James Hohmann joins CBSN with more.
The attorneys general for Maryland and the District of Columbia announced they are filing a lawsuit against President Trump, arguing that it is unconstitutional for him to accept millions in payments from foreign governments to his hotels and other businesses. Watch their statements here.
President Trump's bruising week in the White House; Jackson Pollock painting likely worth millions found in Arizona garage
On Friday, President Trump responded to former FBI Director James Comey's testimony from the previous day. Mr. Trump forcefully denied pressuring Comey to drop the Michael Flynn investigation, and said he did not ask for his loyalty. Mr. Trump did say he was willing to speak under oath to special counsel Robert Mueller about their private conversations. Erroll Barnett reports.
The tension between President Trump and former FBI Director James Comey mounted this week with Comey's testimony to the Senate Intelligence Committee. Erin Delmore, senior political correspondent for Bustle, joins CBSN to discuss the top political stories from the week.
President Trump broke his silence on Twitter regarding Comey's testimony, calling him a "leaker." Comey testified that after each one of his meeting with Mr. Trump, he felt obligated to write down exactly what happened - because he felt he needed a record not just to protect himself, but the institution of the FBI. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid reports.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
More than 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak that prompted Gov. Newsom to request that President Trump issue a Federal Emergency Declaration.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
From improvising classical music to playing songs students like, the approach by Payam Music focuses on student enjoyment while learning piano.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
The Justice Department acknowledges it has removed from its website news releases about criminal cases related to the Jan. 6, 2021 riot, calling the information "partisan propaganda."
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave five days ago searching for gold and were trapped inside after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
Three people died and four others were injured after their vehicle collided with an elephant in Murchison Falls National Park, police said on Monday.
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
It's been some 50 years since Patti LaBelle first sang her hit song "Lady Marmalade." As she marks her 82nd birthday, LaBelle talks to correspondent Tracy Smith about her career and what's next.
Hosted by Lee Cowan. Featured: Concours d'LeMons, Iranian propaganda, Patti LaBelle.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Legendary singer Patti LaBelle has been performing for six decades. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with LaBelle at her hometown of Philadelphia as she marks her 82nd birthday.
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Daniel Sikkema faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. Brent Sikkema was stabbed to death in his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in 2024.
The alleged gunman in Saturday's shooting at the White House had tried to gain access to the White House last year. Natalie Brand reports.
At Kouri Richins' sentencing for the murder of Eric Richins, her husband and father of their three sons, she declared her innocence to the court and to her children. But for jurors on the case, the evidence told a different story.
Several shots were heard from the White House property on Saturday. Aaron Navarro reports from the location after Secret Service told him to get down immediately.
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
First, examining lessons from the Wall Street crash of 1929. Then, a report on mouse DNA and the fight against Lyme disease. And, inside the "Payam Method" for learning piano.
Crack in California chemical tank a positive sign, but explosion fears remain; details emerging on potential U.S.-Iran peace deal.
Once found only in parts of the West and Southwest, coyotes have dramatically expanded their range, and are now found in every state except Hawaii. Conor Knighton looks at how these animals have become part of the urban landscape in places like Chicago, and what roles they play — in history, in Native American stories, in art and in today's urban and suburban ecosystems.
Charlie D'Agata reports on the trail just south of West Point Military Academy that honors America's fallen patriots.
Americans are now paying 20% more for food than four years ago. Inflation rose nearly 1% this month, mainly due to higher gas prices. Shanelle Kaul reports.