Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell running for California governor
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who has been a leading critic of the Trump administration, announced on Thursday that he is running for governor of California in the 2026 election.
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Top Trump official refers Swalwell to DOJ for investigation
A Trump administration official has referred California Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat, to the Department of Justice for an investigation into alleged mortgage fraud. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more on the apparent probe and adds more context on the legal challenge to California's redistricting efforts.
Eric Swalwell faces fraud allegations
A Trump administration housing official has referred Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell of California to the Justice Department over allegations involving mortgage fraud, according to sources. Swalwell, who served as an impeachment manager in President Trump's first term, has denied any wrongdoing.
Eric Swalwell on impeachment hearings
The first public hearings as part of the impeachment inquiry were conducted in front of the House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday. Committee member Congressman Eric Swalwell speaks to "Red & Blue" about his questioning.
Swalwell: House has evidence of Trump "extortion scheme"
Representative Eric Swalwell, a Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, provides an update on where things stand before this week's public impeachment proceedings.
Swalwell: "We have a really bad kid at the White House"
Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-California, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss Attorney General William Barr's testimony and his 2020 presidential campaign.
Open: This is "Face the Nation"
Today on Face the Nation, Margaret Brennan talks to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin, Rep. Doug Collins and 2020 presidential candidate Rep. Eric Swalwell.
7/30: The Takeout: Eric Swalwell
California Congressman Eric Swalwell joins Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss his work on the House Oversight Committee, his rocky relationship with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and how he and his family have been affected after receiving "multiple" daily death threats.
5/5: Face The Nation
Today on Face the Nation, Margaret Brennan talks to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin, Rep. Doug Collins and 2020 presidential candidate Rep. Eric Swalwell.
72-year-old Florida man arrested for threatening to kill Bay Area Rep. Eric Swalwell
A 72-year-old Florida man was arrested Wednesday morning for apparently threatening to kill a member of Congress -- apparently Bay Area Rep. Eric Swalwell -- and his children, according to the Southern District of Florida United States Attorney's Office.
Rep. Eric Swalwell says he receives "multiple death threats" daily
"My kids don't play in our front yard because we get letters to the residence that are also threats," Rep. Eric Swalwell told "The Takeout," noting he receives "multiple death threats" daily.
McCarthy says he'll block Schiff, Swalwell from Intelligence panel
Speaker Kevin McCarthy is reiterating that he will block Democratic Reps. Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell of California from serving on the House committee that oversees national intelligence.
Eric Swalwell launches 2020 bid
California Congressman Eric Swalwell has become the 18th person to join the 2020 Democratic presidential race. Melissa Caen, political reporter at CBS San Francisco, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss his campaign.
Swalwell reflects on January 6 attack
Congressman Eric Swalwell, who is on the House January 6 committee, gaveled in the House of Representatives on January 6, 2021, before a mob of angry Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. Swalwell, who is on the House Judiciary Committee, joins CBSN Bay Area to discuss his memories of January 6 and what could come next for former President Trump.
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Eric Swalwell drops out of presidential race; Border patrol chief denies facility conditions.
D.C. cop says he felt "abandoned" after January 6
D.C. police officer Michael Fanone suffered a heart attack and a brain injury from defending the U.S. Capitol against pro-Trump rioters on January 6. Only on "CBS This Morning," Kris Van Cleave speaks with Fanone, Republican Representative Adam Kinzinger and Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell about the need for a 9/11-style commission to investigate the insurrection.
House Democrats probe Trump leak subpoenas
House Judiciary Democrats are launching a probe into Trump-era leak investigations that included subpoenas for information linked to lawmakers and journalists. Jeff Pegues reports on the latest for CBSN AM.
New rules coming on obtaining lawmaker records
Attorney General Merrick Garland says he is planning to strengthen the Justice Department's rules on obtaining lawmaker records after revelations that the Trump administration subpoenaed Apple for data from Democrats, journalists and even former White House counsel Don McGahn. CBS News' Keir Dougall spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what this means.
Fallout from Trump-era phone record seizures
Attorney General Merrick Garland is meeting with leaders from top media organizations on Monday about the Trump-era Justice Department secretly seizing phone records of journalists. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Trump DOJ seized House Democrats' data
Former President Donald Trump's Department of Justice reportedly subpoenaed the data of at least a dozen people connected to the House Intelligence Committee back in 2017 and 2018. Among them are Congressman Adam Schiff, the current chair of the committee, and Rep. Eric Swalwell. Catherine Herridge has the latest.
Swalwell calls for John Bolton subpoena
CBS News intelligence reporter Olivia Gazis spoke with California Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell about what to expect ahead of President Trump's State of the Union address.
Rifts emerge over race and age in Dem debate
The first set of Democratic debates have wrapped up, and the candidates are looking to reshape the 2020 presidential race. During the second night of debates, former Vice President Joe Biden was the target of many attacks, especially on racial issues and his age. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joined CBSN to dive into the debate.
Eric Swalwell drops out of presidential race
California Rep. Eric Swalwell has dropped out of the race for the Democratic nomination for president. He spoke about the decision at a press conference in Dublin, California.
Taylor disputes Mulvaney on Ukraine aid
The top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine, William Taylor, was questioned by Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell about White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney's recent comment that using foreign policy for political gain happens "all the time." Taylor said he thinks that is "wrong."
Trump didn't reach out after aid hold: Witnesses
Both Laura Cooper, the deputy assistant secretary of defense for Russia, Ukraine and Eurasia, and David Hale, the undersecretary of state for political affairs, testified Wednesday that they did not hear from President Trump, and they were unaware of any of their colleagues hearing from the president, after he ordered a hold on the aid to Ukraine. That testimony was sparked by a question from Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell, who claimed that if Mr. Trump was so insistent on rooting out corruption in Ukraine, he would follow up to inquiry about any progress.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Supreme Court revives Illinois congressman's lawsuit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
Trump says Renee Good likely a "solid, wonderful person" under "normal circumstances"
President Trump told CBS News he believes the woman killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, was likely a "very, solid wonderful person," but her actions before she was killed were "pretty tough."
Remains found on beach ID'd as former mayor who vanished in 2006
Forensic testing finally confirmed the identity of a former Oregon mayor whose remains were found on a beach near Seattle in 2006.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives congressman's suit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
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ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives congressman's suit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
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Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
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Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
Japanese and South Korean leaders bang out surprise K-pop drum duet
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says he always wanted to play the drums, so Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi surprised him after a summit, and they hit it off.
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Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
NAACP Image Awards nominations
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
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"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
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.
Mother speaks out over AI chatbot Grok
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
British regulators on Grok AI images
British regulators are investigating X for lewd AI images generated by Grok, the AI arm of Elon Musk's social platform. Michael Goodyear, an associate professor at New York Law School, joins CBS News with more.
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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.
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.
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Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged altercation with LA rideshare driver
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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2025 was one of hottest years ever, NASA says
2025 tied for the second-hottest year on record, NASA data shows. 2024 remains the hottest year since record-keeping began in 1880. CBS News' national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more.
Breaking down Iran's current unrest
President Trump threatened strong action against Iran as the country's supreme leader warned about swift trials and potential executions for anti-government protesters. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio has more.
Trump touts strong U.S. economy
President Trump delivered remarks at the Detroit Economic Club on Tuesday, where he touted a strong U.S. economy. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.
More details emerge on Sept. 2 boat strike
The U.S. military used an aircraft painted like a civilian plane during the Sept. 2 boat strike, two officials confirm. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more details.
Former CIA official on future of Iran
President Trump's involvement as Iran's unrest continues could impact its future, CBS News contributor Joe Zacks said. The former deputy assistant director at the CIA joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to break down the current conditions in the Middle East.