Trump heads to Texas
President Trump is facing the first great natural disaster of his presidency. Mr. Trump is heading to Texas after promising Monday that victims of Hurricane Harvey will get all the help they need. Major Garrett reports.
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Houston police captain: "The need is overwhelming" after Harvey; Texas Rep. Farenthold: There's devastation everywhere you look
Trump to visit Texas
President Trump and the first lady will travel to Corpus Christi, Texas, Tuesday to assess the damage caused by Harvey. Reuters' White House correspondent Ayesha Rascoe joins CBSN with the latest.
Texas devastation
Texas Congressman Blake Farenthold represents some of the hardest hit communities in the state after Harvey made landfall. That includes Corpus Christi, where President Trump plans to visit Tuesday. Rep. Farenthold joins CBSN after touring the flood zones.
Facebook critic on Oversight Board and Trump
The Oversight Board created by Facebook will issue a decision on Wednesday about President Trump's removal from the platform. But an independent group called the Real Facebook Oversight Board thinks the problem is bigger than Mr. Trump's false claims. Carole Cadwalladr, a reporter for The Guardian and a member of that independent group, joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to discuss what she and her colleagues want to see Facebook do to curb the spread of misinformation.
U.S. begins reuniting separated migrant families
A mother and son from Guatemala are back together for the first time since they were separated at the border by the Trump administration nearly four years ago. Lilia Luciano has more on the emotional reunion.
Legal scholar on "troubling" pardon
The legal and political worlds are reacting forcefully to President Trump's controversial pardon of Joe Arpaio. The former sheriff of Maricopa County, Arizona, was convicted last month of criminal contempt for violating a judge's order to not detain undocumented immigrants. George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" from Washington to discuss the legal issues surrounding the president's decision and how it will affect Mr. Trump's relationship with the judiciary.
Trump's pardon and Harvey response
Shannon Pettypiece, White House correspondent for Bloomberg News, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss Hurricane Harvey, President Trump's pardon of former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio and the latest threat from North Korea.
Sheriff Joe speaks
President Trump said Friday night that he is pardoning controversial former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio. In an exclusive interview with CBS affiliate KPHO, Arpaio says the pardon "came from [Mr. Trump's] heart."
Cohn on Charlottesville
Top White House economic adviser Gary Cohn says the Trump administration "can and must do better" in addressing hate groups in America. Cohn, who is Jewish, also explained why he decided not to resign in protest. CBSN political contributor and RealClearPolitics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Phoenix clashes
While President Trump was speaking in Phoenix Tuesday night, thousands of protesters clashed with police on the streets. CBS News' Carter Evans got an up-close look at the violence, and the ACLU is now calling for an investigation into possible excessive force.
Trump takes aim at GOP
Politico reporter Jacqueline Klimas joins CBSN to discuss President Trump's latest comments attacking the leaders of his own party in Congress.
Trump defends speeches
CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan breaks down the President's shifting tone in speeches this week. She also weighs in on Mr. Trump's latest Twitter attacks on Mitch McConnell and Paul Ryan.
Trump calls for unity and healing
The angry President Trump we saw at a Phoenix rally Tuesday night was nowhere to be seen in Reno, Nevada, on Wednesday. Instead, Mr. Trump called for unity and healing. He will need a lot of that to push his agenda on Capitol Hill. Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump AZ speech fallout
Politico national political reporter Gabe Debenedetti weighs in on the fallout from the President's campaign-style speech in Phoenix and the implications of Mr. Trump's attacks on fellow Republicans.
Hillary Clinton's book
In her upcoming book, Hillary Clinton reveals just how uncomfortable her televised debates with Donald Trump made her feel. In one excerpt, she says "he was literally breathing down my neck. My skin crawled." Politico national political reporter Gabe Debenedetti joins CBSN with more.
Trump Arizona rally
CBS News political contributor and Washington Post reporter Ed O'Keefe breaks down the President's attacks on GOP senators and his threat to shut down the government over his proposed border wall.
Trump AZ speech analysis
Associated Press White House Reporter Ken Thomas joins CBSN to discuss President Trump's speech in Arizona last night, in which Mr. Trump rehashed his response to the violence in Virginia and blamed the media for the fallout.
Chelsea defends Barron
Former first daughter Chelsea Clinton came to Barron Trump's defense after an article on a conservative website criticized President Trump's 11-year-old son for dressing too casually.
Trump speech "revisionist history"?
CBS News contributor and Washington Post congressional correspondent Ed O'Keeffe joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss why President Trump's speech at an Arizona rally Tuesday night is reminiscent of his campaign rhetoric, and what Mr. Trump's continued criticism of fellow Republicans means for his agenda.
Chaos outside Trump rally
After President Trump's campaign-style rally Tuesday night, it chaos and confusion outside the Phoenix Convention Center when police used tear gas to clear the streets of largely anti-Trump protesters. Carter Evans reports.
Trump's fiery rally in Phoenix
A fiery speech from President Trump brought an angry response from protesters in Phoenix. During the campaign-style rally, he was still chafing over criticism that he was slow to call out white supremacists in Charlottesville. Chip Reid reports.
Afghanistan troop levels
President Trump is committing to send more troops to fight the war in Afghanistan that has been raging since 2001. John Hannah, former national security adviser to Vice President Dick Cheney, spoke to CBSN about whether he think the U.S. will ever pull out of Afghanistan.
War in Afghanistan
In a speech Monday night, President Trump outlined his strategy for fighting the war in Afghanistan. Washington Post reporter David Nakamura spoke to CBSN about whether Trump's approach can succeed in the 16-year-long conflict.
Trump's Afghan strategy
Retired Admiral James Winnefeld, a former vice chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, talks to CBSN about how President Trump's approach to Afghanistan compares to past administrations.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
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Path forward for U.S.-Iran talks unclear after weekend strikes
Iran denied its negotiators would be meeting with U.S. officials in Qatar after President Trump announced the talks would resume at Tehran's request.
Rescue teams continue to find survivors of Venezuela earthquakes
Tens of thousands of people are still presumed to be missing after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
Supreme Court won't hear Trump's appeal of E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case
A unanimous federal jury found that a preponderance of evidence supported Carroll's claim that Mr. Trump sexually abused her.
Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
Putin says Ukrainian strikes on infrastructure causing "problems" for Russia
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russia recently, targeting energy and logistics infrastructure.
Woman killed, 2 injured in series of Florida alligator attacks
Officials say people and pets should keep a safe distance away from the water to limit the chances of an alligator encounter.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
Senate Ethics Committee dismisses misconduct complaint against Gallego
The bipartisan committee said it "did not find evidence that your actions violated federal law, Senate rules or related standards of conduct."
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
Ex-NBA players Malik Beasley, Ed Davis indicted in gambling probe
Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted on illegal sports gambling charges, authorities announced Monday.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Iran war has cost Americans $1,000 per household, economist estimates
The Iran war has significantly driven up the cost of fuel, airfare and other U.S. goods, according to Moody's Analytics chief economist Mark Zandi.
The Trump administration says SNAP is rife with fraud and waste. Is it?
The USDA says almost 11% of SNAP payments contain errors, almost double the threshold set by Congress. Here's what is going on.
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook as legal case continues
The Supreme Court allowed Lisa Cook to continue in her post as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors while legal proceedings over President Trump's attempt to fire her continue.
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Senate Ethics Committee dismisses misconduct complaint against Gallego
The bipartisan committee said it "did not find evidence that your actions violated federal law, Senate rules or related standards of conduct."
Supreme Court expands presidential firing power, overturning 90-year-old ruling
The Supreme Court overturned a 90-year-old decision that allowed Congress to shield members of certain independent agencies from being fired by the president at will.
Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to fire Fed's Lisa Cook as legal case continues
The Supreme Court allowed Lisa Cook to continue in her post as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors while legal proceedings over President Trump's attempt to fire her continue.
Supreme Court says states can count mail ballots that arrive after Election Day
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later, rejecting a GOP challenge to a Mississippi law.
Supreme Court rejects case over COVID-19 vaccine mandate for healthcare workers
The dispute arose after New York's Department of Health issued an emergency rule that required healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new GLP-1 weight-loss drug program
For the first time, Medicare will cover GLP-1 drugs prescribed solely for weight loss for eligible beneficiaries at a $50 monthly copay.
Former NFL star Chris Johnson says he's been diagnosed with ALS
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson announced that he was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, in a "Good Morning America" interview.
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.
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Putin says Ukrainian strikes on infrastructure causing "problems" for Russia
Ukraine has intensified strikes on Russia recently, targeting energy and logistics infrastructure.
Rescue teams continue to find survivors of Venezuela earthquakes
Tens of thousands of people are still presumed to be missing after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela last week.
6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Soccer star's wife and 2 children killed in Venezuela earthquakes, team says
The wife and two children of Argentine soccer star Lucas Trejo died after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, his team said.
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Path forward for U.S.-Iran talks unclear after weekend strikes
Iran denied its negotiators would be meeting with U.S. officials in Qatar after President Trump announced the talks would resume at Tehran's request.
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Aide who planned JFK Jr.'s secret wedding weighs in on Swift-Kelce rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, who was JFK Jr.'s former chief of staff and planned his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette, said she doesn't think Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are getting married at Madison Square Garden.
Olivia Wilde, Edward Norton on "The Invite"
Olivia Wilde and Edward Norton, stars of "The Invite" preview the film, which explores the unraveling and evolution of two very different marriages over the course of an unforgettable evening. The two discuss if they brought any of their own experiences to the movie and Wilde, who also directed the film, shares why she was initially reluctant to star in it.
Preview of "The Angry Birds Movie 3"
"CBS Mornings" exclusively reveals the trailer for "The Angry Birds Movie 3." The film stars Jason Sudeikis and debuts in theaters on Dec. 23.
Top moments from BET Awards
The 2026 BET Awards included star-studded performances, a tribute to Lauryn Hill and more. Nate Burleson reports on the night's biggest moments.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce wedding rumors
RoseMarie Terenzio, John F. Kennedy Jr.'s former chief of staff, talks with "CBS Mornings" about planning his secret wedding to Carolyn Bessette nearly 30 years ago, and if Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce could pull off a secret wedding as rumors swirl about their big day.
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How trains drove American history
The transcontinental railroad changed just about everything in America: transportation, communications, commerce, cities, politics, even our perception of time. Correspondent David Pogue visits Steamtown National Historic Site, in Scranton, Pa., home to Big Boy, the biggest functioning steam train in the world, to learn how trains helped define an expansive America.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Seahorses and seadragons, some of Nature's most curious creatures
Seahorses are unique ocean inhabitants with a head like a horse, a pouch like a kangaroo, a tail like a monkey, and the ability to camouflage themselves like a chameleon. They also exhibit an unconventional gender dynamic, in that the males do the work of carrying around fertilized eggs. Correspondent Conor Knighton goes in search of these fascinating fish – and their equally fascinating cousins, seadragons – at the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in California.
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6 killed, suspect arrested in shooting at German youth center, police say
German police say a suspect was in custody and six were killed in a rare shooting that took place at a youth center in Stade, near Hamburg.
Alex Murdaugh to return to court
Alex Murdaugh is expected back in court in South Carolina on Monday for the first time since the state Supreme Court overturned his convictions for killing his son and wife. Skyler Henry reports.
Detective believes 6-year-old's mother was killed in next room while he slept
For most of his life, Reggie Reed has wondered who murdered his mother Selonia Reed decades ago in Hammond, Louisiana. A fresh look at the evidence ultimately implicated the man he called his "rock" — Reginald Reed Sr., the man who lovingly raised him.
Michigan parents charged with murder after boy found to be 250+ pounds
Two Flint Township, Michigan, parents, are facing several charges, including second-degree murder, in the death of their 7-year-old son, who was 255 pounds and abused and neglected, according to the Genesee County prosecutor.
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.
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NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
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."
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
Watch: Trump takes questions on SCOTUS rulings
President Trump spoke to reporters in the Oval Office Monday hours after the Supreme Court handed down landmark decisions on mail-in voting and presidential powers. Mr. Trump also discussed the SAVE Act.
SCOTUS rulings on mail-in ballots, presidential firings
The Supreme Court on Monday expanded the president's ability to fire heads of independent agencies, but not the Federal Reserve. It also ruled states can count mail ballots that are cast by Election Day but arrive later. CBS News' Jessica Levinson and Weijia Jiang have more.
Mangione federal trial pushed to Jan. '27
A judge has pushed Luigi Mangione's federal trial date back to January of 2027. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the Mangione case and the indictment against NBA veteran Malik Beasley on gambling charges.
Trump reacts to Supreme Court firing rulings
President Trump posted his reaction on social media Monday after the Supreme Court ruled that his firing of Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter was lawful, but that he is not allowed to fire Federal Reserve Commissioner Lisa Cook, as legal proceedings continue. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more.