Deconstructing My Religion
The show looks at what happens when people have doubts about the faith tradition in which they were raised, and how the sharing of personal stories can be a means to heal from spiritual trauma.
Evangelicals
New documentary looks at Brazil's evangelicals
A new Netflix documentary, "Apocalypse in the Tropics," examines the role of the evangelical movement and right-wing politics in Brazil and its parallels with U.S. politics. Director Petra Costa joins "The Takeout" to discuss her film.
Zion's Christian Soldiers
Fundamentalist Christian evangelicals are among America's strongest supporters of Israel. As Bob Simon reports, that's because many believe the return of the Jews to their homeland is a precondition for the Second Coming of Christ.
Transgender pastor fosters inclusive church
The latest installment of the "CBS Mornings" series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling" focuses on a Lutheran pastor who is trying to form an inclusive community by just being himself.
Evangelical leader pitches Trump to followers as divinely chosen to lead country
Lance Wallnau's revival gatherings for Trump are "the most targeted and tactical voter mobilization effort by Christian nationalists ever," one expert said.
Why Trump is garnering support from evangelicals
Lance Wallnau, a business consultant and a firebrand influencer in the growing Christian nationalist movement, gave a rare interview to CBS News about his efforts to promote former President Donald Trump among evangelicals. Major Garrett has more.
Evangelicals working to reelect Trump
Evangelicals across the U.S. are working to bolster support for former President Donald Trump through Election Day. This includes the fastest-growing group of them called "charismatic Christians." Scholar Matthew Taylor, author of the upcoming book, "The Violent Take It by Force: The Christian Movement That Is Threatening Our Democracy," joins to discuss.
Examining evangelicals' support for Trump
One of former President Donald Trump's strongest support bases is evangelical Christians. Major Garrett explores how a group of charismatic Christians are hoping to help Trump win a tight election.
Trump tells Christian voters they "won't have to vote anymore" if he's elected
Trump, who is the Republican Party's candidate for president, made his remarks at the end of a speech at a conservative Christian event.
Trump touts Dobbs in speech to evangelicals
Before a room of conservative Christians at a gathering of the Faith & Freedom Coalition in Washington, D.C., Saturday, former President Donald Trump Saturday touted the Supreme Court's decision two years ago to overturn Roe v. Wade as he seeks to shore up his support among evangelicals. Natalie Brand reports.
New book examines fall of Roe v. Wade
Nearly two years since the fall of Roe v. Wade, a new book examines the decadeslong effort by conservatives to overturn abortion rights in the U.S. New York Times journalists Lisa Lerer and Elizabeth Dias, authors of "The Fall of Roe: The Rise of a New America," join CBS News to discuss the political maneuvering that came before that decision.
Breaking down the Justice Alito flag saga
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is facing renewed scrutiny after the New York Times reported that a second flag linked to the Jan. 6 Capitol riot was shown flying at his vacation home last summer. Investigative reporter Jodi Kantor, who broke the story, joins CBS News to discuss what it means for the high court.
What is the "Appeal to Heaven" flag?
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito is under scrutiny after The New York Times reported Alito's home displayed a second flag used by Jan. 6 protesters. The "Appeal to Heaven" flag has been associated with a push for a more Christian-minded government and opposition to left-leaning politicians. Matthew Taylor, senior scholar at the Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies, joins "America Decides" to unpack the flag's history.
Can Trump save Mike Johnson's speakership?
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene continues questioning House Speaker Mike Johnson's fitness for the job. Could Johnson's upcoming meeting with former President Donald Trump end the efforts to oust him? Longtime national political correspondent Olivier Knox and Semafor political reporter Kadia Goba join "America Decides" to discuss.
Eye on America: Steph Curry's school charity
In California, we speak with NBA superstar Steph Curry and his wife Ayesha about their foundation, "Eat. Learn. Play." which is giving millions of dollars to public schools. Then, in Washington, D.C., we meet a climate change activist who's sharing her urgent message with her evangelical community. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
How white evangelicals' support of Trump is creating schisms in the church
In his new book, "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory," journalist Tim Alberta, son of a born-again Christian pastor, writes of an "age of extremism" in which white evangelicals have become embroiled by politics and their support of Donald Trump.
White evangelicals, Trump, and a church in crisis
When Tim Alberta, son of a born-again Christian pastor, was growing up, the church was a sanctuary from the world of politics. Today, as a journalist, he reports on how in recent decades political ideologies have divided the church, with white evangelicals becoming embroiled by politics and their support of Donald Trump. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa talks with Alberta, author of the new book, "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism," who says the white evangelical church is in crisis, which coincided with the election of Donald Trump.
Iowa evangelical leader on endorsing DeSantis
Earlier in November, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis received the highly coveted endorsement of Iowa's Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds. On Tuesday, he got the backing from prominent evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats who's known as a king-maker in the state. Vander Plaats joins "America Decides" to discuss his choice.
Iowa evangelical leader endorses DeSantis
Iowa evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats endorsed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for president. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane is looking into the new endorsement, and what could be next for Rep. George Santos.
Trump's GOP rivals face pressure to drop out
Some of the lowest-polling 2024 Republican candidates are facing pressure to drop out and consolidate the field to mount a stronger challenge against former President Donald Trump. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
2024 GOP candidates court Iowa evangelicals
2024 Republican candidates, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley and businessman Vivek Ramaswamy, were in Des Moines, Iowa, Friday for a Thanksgiving Family Forum hosted by the influential evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro has more on how the candidates are hoping to pull in support from evangelical voters.
Will Iowa's evangelicals stick with Trump?
While former President Donald Trump holds a commanding lead over his rivals in the Republican field, evangelical voters in Iowa could still be up for grabs. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Iowa's evangelical voters and Trump
Ron DeSantis could receive a key endorsement, though evangelical leader Bob Vanderplaats says "the jury's still out" on his decision.
Young Evangelicals fight climate change from inside the church
Elsa Barron is a climate research fellow working to educate peers in the Evangelical Christian church about the impacts of climate change.
Trump, DeSantis give dueling speeches
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis both gave speeches to different conservative summits in Washington on Friday in an effort to court evangelical voters, but the former president is far ahead of his rival in recent GOP primary polling. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has the latest.
Internal emails show how RFK Jr.'s team sought to sway 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.
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Iran strikes vessel in Strait of Hormuz amid debate over "transit fees"
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps struck a cargo ship near Oman, further complicating the Iran-U.S. negotiations.
Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't
A judge ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender or explain why it can't.
Race to find survivors after Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes
The back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela killed more than 230 people, and the toll is likely to keep rising as rescue and recovery operations ramp up.
Reflecting Pool liner was cut with knife or razor, parks official says
National Park Service official Frank Lands also said at least 70 fence post tops were thrown in to the Reflecting Pool.
U.S. men suffer first 2026 World Cup loss, 3-2 to Turkey before knockout round
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
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.
King Charles won't live in Buckingham Palace after $487 million renovation
The king and Queen Camilla have decided instead to continue living at nearby Clarence House, a smaller, stately home.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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U.S. men suffer first 2026 World Cup loss, 3-2 to Turkey before knockout round
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
LA investigating construction at warehouse involved in massive fire
Los Angeles building inspectors have launched an investigation into alleged unpermitted construction at a warehouse that erupted in flames last week — its second fire in two years.
Mangione's attorneys discussed possible plea deal but talks fell apart, sources say
Mangione is facing both state and federal charges for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder in December 2024. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.
Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't
A judge on Thursday ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why it can't do so.
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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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 all in on AI. Now all they need is customers.
Technology companies are betting trillions of dollars that consumers will open their wallets for AI services. But what if Big Tech is wrong?
Supreme Court sides with Monsanto in case over cancer risks from weedkiller
The Supreme Court ruled that Monsanto cannot be held liable under state laws for failing to warn consumers about the alleged cancer risks of its weedkiller Roundup on its label.
Fed's preferred inflation gauge hits 3-year high
Inflation continued to rise in May, with the Personal Consumption Expenditures price index rising at an annual rate of 4.1%.
IBM unveils tech for higher-performance chips that use much less power
IBM has raised the curtain on semiconductor technology it says could deliver computer chips with 50 percent better performance while dramatically lowering power consumption.
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Billionaire Leon Black expected to testify Friday before House Epstein panel
An investor who employed and was close to Jeffrey Epstein is scheduled to appear before members of Congress investigating the deceased sexual abuser.
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.
Judge orders DOJ to either unredact more Epstein files or explain why it can't
A judge on Thursday ordered the Justice Department to either release unredacted versions of several files on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein or explain why it can't do so.
Hundreds of veterans snag free World Cup tickets
A program for veterans, current military and first responders secured almost 5,000 free tickets for World Cup matches.
Just 2 votes separate candidates in mayoral race: "Every vote matters"
Christine Erickson is two votes ahead of Jamie Smith, the Minnehaha County Auditors and Elections Office said.
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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.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo top 1,000, deaths surpass 250, officials say
Confirmed Ebola cases in the outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said, and tracing those who've been in contact with patients remains a major challenge.
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Race to find survivors after Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes
The back-to-back earthquakes that hit Venezuela killed more than 230 people, and the toll is likely to keep rising as rescue and recovery operations ramp up.
King Charles will not live in Buckingham Palace after $487 million renovation
The king and Queen Camilla have decided instead to continue living at nearby Clarence House, a smaller, stately home.
U.S. men suffer first 2026 World Cup loss, 3-2 to Turkey before knockout round
The U.S. men's team had already clinched its spot in the Round of 32, the knockout round, with its 2-0 win over Australia on Friday.
Iran strikes ship in Strait of Hormuz in challenge to U.S.-Iran deal
Iran attacked a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, a U.S. official confirmed, leading a United Nations agency to pause an evacuation effort.
Influencer faces possible execution in Dubai after allegedly fatally stabbing man
U.K. influencer Brooke George says a man she met online repeatedly assaulted her in the UAE, according to an advocacy group. Now she's facing possible execution for allegedly stabbing him to death.
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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.
Taylor Swift wedding venue speculation fueled by MSG permit
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
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.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? Ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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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.
Big Tech is all in on AI. Now all they need is customers.
Technology companies are betting trillions of dollars that consumers will open their wallets for AI services. But what if Big Tech is wrong?
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.
IBM unveils tech for higher-performance chips that use much less power
IBM has raised the curtain on semiconductor technology it says could deliver computer chips with 50 percent better performance while dramatically lowering power consumption.
U.S. aims to break AI reliance on China
The U.S. is trying to break the West's reliance on Chinese artificial intelligence supply chains with an international accord called Pax Silica. Its goal is to shore up supplies of essential components used in high-end computer chips, which power advanced AI models. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more.
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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.
6/21: Sunday Morning
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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Lions player arrested on kidnapping charges
Terrion Arnold, a 23-year-old defensive player for the Detroit Lions and a former first-round pick and all-American at the University of Alabama, has been arrested on charges of armed robbery and kidnapping. He is denying it all. Tom Hanson reports.
Report of possible plea deal in Mangione case
Attorneys for Luigi Mangione are accusing prosecutors of trying to manipulate public opinion against him, and calling a report of a possible plea deal "troubling." CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Mangione's attorneys discussed possible plea deal but talks fell apart, sources say
Mangione is facing both state and federal charges for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder in December 2024. He has pleaded not guilty in both cases.
Influencer faces possible execution in Dubai after allegedly fatally stabbing man
U.K. influencer Brooke George says a man she met online repeatedly assaulted her in the UAE, according to an advocacy group. Now she's facing possible execution for allegedly stabbing him to death.
Prosecutors drop Harvey Weinstein's New York rape charge
New York prosecutors said they are dropping a rape charge against Harvey Weinstein instead of trying him for a fourth time.
Space
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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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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Full interview: Poland's Radek Sikorski
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radek Sikorski speaks with CBS News' Aidan Stretch about the Russia's war in Ukraine, state of NATO, Ukraine-Poland relations and more.
Experts break down the Venezuela earthquakes
Geoscientists and other scientific and humanitarian experts spoke with CBS News about the deadly earthquakes that hit Venezuela on Wednesday.
Supreme Court rules on 2 immigration cases
The Supreme Court issued two major immigration decisions Thursday, including one that lifts deportation restrictions for thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks them down.
Geo-technical expert on Venezuela earthquakes
Emergency crews are searching for survivors amongst the rubble after deadly back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela. Martin Hudson, a geo-technical engineering expert, joins CBS News to discuss the rarity of the event.
Venezuelan airport outside Caracas reopens
People in northern Venezuela are racing against time to pull survivors from the rubble of collapsed buildings after a pair of powerful earthquakes hit the country on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has the latest from Bogotá, Colombia. Then, CBS News meteorologist Darren Peck joins to examine the risk of aftershocks.