5/16: CBS Evening News
Memo says Trump asked Comey to drop Flynn probe; Teenager dies after caffeine overdose leads to "cardiac event"
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Trump's request to Comey
The day after National Security Adviser Michael Flynn resigned, then-FBI Director James Comey wrote in a memo that President Trump asked him to drop the investigation into Flynn's ties with Russia. "I hope you can let this go," Mr. Trump asked Comey, according to the memo. CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Intel on ISIS
President Trump told Russia's foreign minister and U.S. ambassador about a possible ISIS plot to down a passenger plane using a bomb hidden in a laptop. That intelligence was classified, and the unexpected disclosure prompted the president's homeland security adviser to quickly notify the CIA and NSA. Jeff Pegues has more.
5/15: CBS Evening News
Report: Trump revealed classified info to Russian officials; 21 airlines begin huge relocation at LAX
Trump's taping converstations?
The White House will not confirm or deny that President Trump recorded his conversations with James Comey. The president has only made one thing clear in a tweet that warned he may have taped conversations. Major Garrett has the details.
Trump ramifications
If the president did reveal sensitive information to the Russians, what will the consequences be? Former CIA Deputy Director Michael Morell has more.
Trump classified info
The Washington Post reports that President Trump revealed highly classified information to Russia's foreign minister and ambassador to the U.S. when they met at the White House last week. The information had to do with an ISIS threat against airplanes, the reports says. Jeff Pegues has more.
Trump staff shake-up?
The White House may be on the brink of a staff shake-up. Sources tell CBS News it could happen in days or President Trump could wait until later this summer. The president's communications office is under the heaviest pressure after a tumultuous week, including the firing of FBI Director James Comey. Major Garrett reports.
Sen. Sasse on FBI director, new book
Republican Sen. Ben Sasse of Nebraska joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the firing of former FBI director James Comey and his new book, "The Vanishing American Adult: Our Coming-of-Age Crisis -- and How to Rebuild a Culture of Self-Reliance."
President Trump's Comey controversy
Democrats in Congress are threatening to vote against any FBI director nominee unless a special prosecutor is appointed to take over the Russia investigations. Lawmakers from both parties are asking President Trump to hand over any recordings of his conversations with James Comey, if they exist. Major Garrett reports.
Clapper: Comey firing was "shabby"
President Trump says he'll choose that new FBI director before the end of this week. The Justice Department interviewed eight possible replacements over the weekend. Jeff Pegues spoke to former National Intelligence Director James Clapper, who was blunt in his assessment of James Comey's firing.
Interview: Robert Gates
Sec. Robert Gates, believes the key to firing high level officials is "to have all of your ducks in a row." The former Secretary of Defense weighs in on the firing of FBI Director James Comey and President Trump's foreign policy challenges.
"Crisis of public trust"
Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Nebraska, says he is unsure of why FBI Director James Comey was fired. "I'm not sure how this president makes lots of decisions," the Senator concedes.
Dem on Intel Committee
Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California says he was deeply disturbed by the President's dismissal of FBI Director Comey, calling it "a threat to our system of checks and balances."
FBI surveillance of Cullen Davis
The FBI recording of this Aug. 20, 1978 conversation between Cullen Davis and David McCrory became the key evidence against Davis in his solicitation of murder trials. Listen to excerpts of what the jury heard while determining if he was guilty of hiring a hitman. Davis has always denied that he was.
5/13: CBS Evening News
Nine candidates in the running to replace James Comey; Youth detention center connects teens with dogs
FBI director candidates
At least nine candidates are in the running to replace James Comey at the helm of the FBI. President Trump said the nomination could come within the next week, but Washington is still reeling from his decision to fire Comey. Errol Barnett reports.
Trump, Russia latest
President Trump's meeting with Russian diplomats was overshadowed by the firing of the former FBI Director James Comey. Former CBS News Moscow Bureau chief Beth Knobel joins CBSN to discuss the relationship.
Secret Oval Office tapes?
President Trump hinted at having secret Oval Office recordings in a tweet regarding former FBI Director James Comey. House Democrats are now requesting copies of all recordings. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Zerlina Maxwell and CBSN poltical contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez join CBSN to discuss the latest.
New Republic editor Eric Bates
Editor of the New Republic, Eric Bates, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the White House's conflicting accounts of the FBI director's firing, the future of the election meddling probe and how events this week will impact Mr. Trump's legislative agenda.
Trump tweets threat at James Comey
President Trump suggests his conversations with former FBI Director James Comey may have been taped. This has prompted charges he is trying to silence the man who was leading the investigation of possible collusion between Mr. Trump's campaign and Russia. Errol Barnett reports.
Dickerson on Comey firing
Chief Washington correspondent and "Face The Nation" anchor John Dickerson joins the "CBS Evening News" to discuss Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein's role in the firing of James Comey.
Conflicting WH accounts
Press secretary Sean Spicer tried to explain why White House officials have given conflicting accounts as to why President Trump abruptly fired James Comey. Even Mr. Trump acknowledged that his team is out of sync. Margaret Brennan has more.
Trump in legal jeopardy?
The FBI is investigating meddling by the Russians in the U.S. election and whether anyone on Team Trump colluded with them. James Comey was heading that investigation. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump tweets warning
President Trump is on the defensive. He took the extraordinary step of tweeting a warning to former FBI Director James Comey, the man he fired three days ago. He said, "James Comey better hope that there are no 'tapes' of our conversations before he starts leaking to the press!" Jeff Pegues has more.
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Trump says Iran deal not final, will resume bombing "if they don't behave"
President Trump warned he could order new strikes if Iran's leaders "don't behave." The U.S. and Iran signed the memorandum of understanding remotely, a White House official said.
Senate postpones Clayton's confirmation hearing after Trump upends plans
The Senate canceled Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing on Wednesday after President Trump's move to delay the installation of the new intelligence chief.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
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Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Victims ID'd in B-52 bomber crash that killed 8 at Edwards Air Force Base
As standard practice, the military makes public identifications 24 hours after next of kin have been notified.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
How mistrust and war are fueling a deadly Ebola outbreak
Efforts to stop Central Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak face widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone.
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This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
DOJ taps prosecutor to coordinate human trafficking, child exploitation cases
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appointed Alessandra Serano to serve as the Justice Department's national coordinator on human trafficking and child exploitation cases.
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady but leaves door open to hike
U.S. inflation is expected to remain elevated through the end of the year, Fed officials say in their latest forecast.
Social Security faces looming benefit cuts. Can the program be saved?
Social Security checks could see a 22% cut in 2032 unless Congress takes steps to shore up the program. Here are 5 ideas for fixing it.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
The sale will split ownership of the pizza chain between a U.S.-based private equity firm and a Chinese restaurant company.
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How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
This law firm has deep ties to Trump. Now a partner is his pick for a top job.
Jamie McDonald, a partner at the firm Sullivan & Cromwell, is President Trump's choice to helm one of the nation's most prestigious federal prosecutors' offices.
Pastors for Trump founder drops out of House race after texting scandal
Jackson Lahmeyer had been backed by President Trump, although the president dropped his endorsement shortly before Lahmeyer dropped out.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
The Obama Presidential Center and Library opens in Chicago
After more than a decade since it was announced, the Obama Presidential Center and Library officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026.
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
American doctor who recovered from Ebola back in U.S., says he's "feeling well"
Dr. Peter Stafford, his wife, Rebekah Stafford, and their four children all arrived safely on Monday, according to Serge, a Pennsylvania-based Christian missions organization.
They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
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How mistrust and war are fueling a deadly Ebola outbreak
Efforts to stop Central Africa's deadly Ebola outbreak face widespread mistrust and porous borders in a war zone.
How Trump's memo of understanding with Iran compares to the Obama nuclear deal
The Obama-era Iran deal was packed with technical details and specific requirements limiting, but not shutting down, Iran's nuclear program. President Trump's new agreement is more of a framework, and it's not final yet.
Read the 14 points of the agreement between Iran and the U.S.
The agreement, as read by senior U.S. officials, allows Iran to immediately begin exporting oil and petroleum products.
Exclusive
Is Russia burning through air defense missiles at an "unsustainable rate"?
Ukraine intelligence indicates the country's stepped up drone strikes are forcing Russia to burn through interceptor missiles, possibly faster than it can build new ones.
Vance says text of U.S.-Iran deal will be released Friday "at the latest"
Vice President JD Vance said on "CBS Monrings" that the Trump administration wants "to tell the American people what's in this deal."
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CBS to host "The Great American Block Party 250" special on July 4
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
CBS to host America 250 special on July 4
"CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil and "Entertainment Tonight" co-host Nischelle Turner will host "The Great American Block Party 250," a primetime special on July 4 celebrating America's 250th birthday from Washington, D.C.
Durand Bernarr on new music
Durand Bernarr talks about collaborations in his music, why his new album's title is a tribute to his father and his music journey since his viral Grammy speech earlier this year.
Messi ties men's World Cup goals record with first World Cup hat trick
Lionel Messi tied the Men's World Cup goals record with his first World Cup hat trick as Argentina topped Algeria.
America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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Anthropic pulls access to new AI models
Anthropic pulled access to its newly released AI models, Mythos 5 and Fable 5, after the U.S. government restricted who could use them. David Katzmaier, CNET editor-in-chief, joins CBS News to discuss.
Want to start a business? AI can help, business owners say
AI is slashing the cost of starting and running a business. "Everything has decreased in cost and increased in speed," one entrepreneur said.
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.
SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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Inside Gilgo Beach killer's sentencing hearing
A judge on Wednesday sentenced Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann to life in prison without parole. CBS News New York's Jennifer McLogan was in the courtroom and joins with details.
Heuermann addresses court as he's sentenced
Rex Heuermann was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday after pleading guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Heuermann spoke at the hearing where the sentence was handed down. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Rex Heuermann sentenced to life in prison
Rex Huermann, the man who pleaded guilty to a series of murders known as the Gilgo Beach serial killings, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
5 arrested in White House UFC attack plot
The FBI says it foiled a plot to attack Sunday's UFC event at the White House. Court records detail an alleged plot to use drones carrying explosives and snipers to target certain event attendees. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gilgo Beach serial killer to be sentenced
Rex Heuermann, the man who pleaded guilty in April to the Gilgo Beach murders, is set to be sentenced on Wednesday. Tom Hanson reports on how the case unfolded.
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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.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Trump jokes he'll blame Vance if Iran deal fails
President Trump on Wednesday jokingly said he'll blame Vice President JD Vance if the preliminary deal with Iran falls through. Political strategists Matt Whitlock and Kendra Barkoff Lamy join with analysis.
Fed keeps interest rates steady
As was widely expected, the Federal Reserve unanimously voted to keep interest rates unchanged on Wednesday. CBS News coordinating producer Richard Escobedo has more details.
Why Trump told DNI pick to skip hearing
The Senate delayed its confirmation hearing Wednesday for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton after Republican Sen. Tom Cotton said President Trump directed Clayton not to appear. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the latest.
When will gas return to pre-Iran war prices?
Oil prices are falling as the end of the war with Iran seems in sight. Arjun Murti, partner at the energy firm Veriten and the author of the Substack newsletter "Super-Spiked," joins to break down when you can expect the pain at the pump to ease.
Veteran speaks out on wife's ICE detention
ICE recently detained the wife of a retired Army staff sergeant and could deport her, despite her husband's nearly two decades of service to the U.S. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has the story.