Denials of contact
Emails Donald Trump Jr. released Tuesday about a meeting with a Russian lawyer conflict with team Trump's repeated insistence that there was no contact between the Trump campaign and Russia. Major Garrett has more.
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Reaction to Trump Jr. emails
Democrats described the email chain Donald Trump Jr. released on Tuesday as a game changer, and Republicans were troubled, too. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump Jr. Russia
The New York Times reported Monday night that Donald Trump Jr. received an email saying that potentially damaging information about Hillary Clinton was part of a Russian effort to help the Trump campaign. Ryan Grim of The Intercept and Katie Glueck of McClatchy DC join "Red & Blue" to discuss.
7/10: CBS Evening News
In a statement on Sunday, Donald Trump Jr. said he met with a Russian lawyer after being told she "might have information helpful to the campaign."; Rob O'Byrne, who was paralyzed 12 years ago, was hoisted up by two complete strangers so he could see better at a Coldplay concert in Ireland.
Donald Trump Jr. meeting
In a statement on Sunday, Donald Trump Jr. said he met with a Russian lawyer after being told she "might have information helpful to the campaign." He said it "quickly became clear" that the lawyer "had no meaningful information" and that she "changed subjects." Jeff Pegues has more.
Trump Jr. & Russia
More questions are being raised after a report that Donald Trump Jr. and top Trump campaign aides met with with a politically-connected Russian laywer who claimed to have damaging information on Hillary Clinton. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with more.
7/1: CBS Evening News
Trump's voter fraud hunt hits a brick wall; Historic home for sale straddles U.S.-Canada border
Trump's voter fraud hunt
Trump's effort to expose alleged voting fraud is running into a brick wall. The president has insisted that 3 to 5 million illegal votes were cast for Hillary Clinton, and he has appointed a special commission to try and prove it. Paula Reid has details.
Trump & Comey's complicated history
President Trump and fired FBI Director James Comey's history goes back to Mr. Trump's presidential campaign against Hillary Clinton, where he went back and forth praising and criticizing Comey. That pattern continued when he entered the White House. Jeff Pegues looks back at their interactions.
Hillary Clinton on her 2016 loss
Hillary Clinton says she suspects people working for Donald Trump provided guidance to Russian propaganda efforts during the presidential campaign. The former Democratic candidate brought it up Wednesday as she discussed why she lost the 2016 race. Jan Crawford reports.
Hillary At Wellesley
Hillary Clinton delivered the commencement address at her alma mater, Wellesley College. She spoke to grads about how she's coping with her election loss, the state of the nation and her thoughts on President Trump. CBSN's Tony Dokoupil has more.
Fake Russian intel?
Fired FBI Director James Comey may have been influenced during the Hillary Clinton email investigation by a phony Russian clue. Sources confirm to CBS News that a document, later assessed as bad intelligence or maybe even fake, obtained by the FBI may have led Comey to criticize the Democratic presidential candidate's handling of classified information while she was secretary of state. Julianna Goldman reports.
Comey and Clinton
The White House is pointing to a memo from Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein to justify President Trump's decision to fire James Comey. Rosenstein specifically criticized a news conference Comey held last July on the Hillary Clinton email investigation. Chip Reid reports.
Trump fires FBI director
Much of Washington is still in shock over the sudden firing of FBI director James Comey Tuesday. The White House says the attorney general and his deputy both recommended Comey be fired for mishandling the Hillary Clinton email investigation. Comey was in Los Angeles at the time, speaking to FBI agents. Margaret Brennan reports.
Comey on election role
FBI Director James Comey faced tough questions from the Senate Judiciary Committee, defending his actions during the 2016 election that some say contributed to Hillary Clinton's loss. He also discussed the threat of Russia to American democracy. Jeff Pegues reports.
Hillary Clinton on election loss
Hillary Clinton, speaking at a womens' conference Tuesday, says that one of the reasons why she lost the presidential election was FBI Director James Comey's reopening of her email investigation. President Trump responded on Twitter that Comey's decision was "the best thing that ever happened to Hillary Clinton." Nancy Cordes reports.
Clinton speaks out
Hillary Clinton spoke candidly before an international women's rights group about why she thinks she lost the 2016 presidential race. Clinton said she took responsibility but blamed other factors like misogyny and Russian hacking for playing a role. Nancy Cordes has more.
Authors of "Shattered"
Hillary Clinton's defeat last year was one of the biggest upsets in political history. Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss how the signs of that very outcome were hiding in plain sight and their new book, "Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign."
Inside Clinton's campaign
Amie Parnes and Jon Allen, authors of the new book "Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign," join CBSN to discuss the story behind the 2016 U.S. presidential election outcome.
Trump's uranium claim
President Trump sowed more confusion on Russia when he claimed that Hillary Clinton was paid by Russia for the sale of uranium, but the charges are misleading and mostly untrue. Scott Pelley explains why.
3/16: Evening News
A bi-partisan intelligence committee found no indications that Trump Tower was under surveillance by any element of the U.S. government; An 8-year old in Alabama thought she knew so much about caring for her littler brothers, she could write a book. about it.
Flynn-Russia
A House committee investigating President Trump's first national security adviser revealed Thursday that he received tens of thousands of dollars in 2015 from Russia's government-run television system. Jeff Pegues has more.
3/15: Evening News
GOP Rep. Devin Nunes, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, said Wednesday that President Trump's accusation that President Obama wiretapped him during the campaign holds no merit; Robert Kelly's family became internet stars last week after his children barged into a live interview he was doing with BBC.
Russian agents charged in Yahoo hack
Department of Justice officials charged Wednesday that two Russian spies were among those responsible for a massive hack of Yahoo accounts. Authorities also say those operatives used the hack to spy on journalists and politicians. Jeff Pegues has more.
3/14: Evening News
In the final week of winter, a massive storm dumped more than two feet of snow on parts of the Northeast and brought blizzard conditions to New England; Every week, Sheriff Wayne Ivey of Brevard County, Florida, goes on Facebook and spins a wheel of local fugitives in an effort to help capture them
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Capitol riot.
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro on murder charges for downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996.
Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
Ex-prosecutor allegedly stole secret report on Trump, named file "Bundt Cake Recipe"
A former federal prosecutor was charged this week with emailing herself a report on the Justice Department's investigation into President Trump that a judge had kept under lock and key, under the file name "Bundt_Cake_Recipe.pdf."
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
Vanessa Trump announces breast cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump, 48, was married to Donald Trump Jr. for 12 years. They share five children together.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy takes digs at Trump, urging renewed unity in politics
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
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SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
What sagging bond prices are telling us about the U.S. economy
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
Summer travelers face "vacation inflation" as airfare, gas prices rise
Gas prices, airfares, accommodations and other vacation essentials are more expensive this year compared to last year.
Bezos says bottom half of U.S. earners should pay no federal income tax
The Amazon founder said eliminating taxes for lower-income Americans could ease financial pressure and encourage entrepreneurship.
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State Democratic Party censures governor after he commutes Tina Peters' sentence
The central committee of the Colorado Democratic Party on Wednesday voted 89.8% in favor of a measure to censure Gov. Jared Polis.
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy takes digs at Trump, urging renewed unity in politics
Cassidy, who lost his reelection bid last week, called for leaders who are "steady, not erratic" and "thoughtful, not impulsive."
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Vanessa Trump announces cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
Noah Wyle's push to help healthcare workers
Noah Wyle, who stars in HBO's "The Pitt," joins "CBS Mornings" with Dr. Elisabeth Potter to discuss their push to improve mental health and quality of life for healthcare workers.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
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Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
U.S. intel community analyzing how Cuba might respond to military action
These kinds of intelligence forecasts attempt not only to show the immediate consequences of an American action, but the chain of reactions that may follow.
Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
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Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
From 1993: Letterman on "The Late Show" launch
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
Soon-to-be mom Beanie Feldstein reveals sex of her baby
Actor Beanie Feldstein told "CBS Mornings" she and wife Bonnie-Chance Roberts are expecting a baby girl.
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What Nvidia's Q1 earnings say about AI race
Cementing its status as the world's most valuable company, Nvidia reported record revenue in its latest earnings report. Britney Nguyen, Nvidia and chips reporter at MarketWatch, joins with analysis.
Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News 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.
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
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2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
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Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
TikTok star accused of murder-for-hire plot
A social media influencer and her father are accused of plotting to kill her famous singer ex, amid a bitter years-long custody dispute, court documents show. Jonathan Vigliotti is following the case.
Watch: Blanche announces Raúl Castro indictment
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Man jailed over Kirk post wins settlement
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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New version of Starship rocket ready for critical test flight
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Why Harvard is limiting number of "A" grades
In a historic move, Harvard University faculty members have voted to limit the number of "A" grades given to undergraduates to curb rising grade inflation. Axios Boston reporter Mike Deehan joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Target Q1 earnings beat expectations
Home Depot, Target, Lowes and TJ Maxx all beat expectations with their first quarter earnings and revenue reported on Wednesday. Target had their strongest gains in years. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Raúl Castro indictment's significance
President Trump said he does not think there will be any additional escalation following the Justice Department's indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano breaks down the situation.
Jan. 6 officers suing to block Trump fund
Metropolitan Police officer Daniel Hodges is one of two law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riots and is suing to block the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion so-called "anti-weaponization" fund. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss why.
5/20: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Breaking down Tuesday's primaries as another Republican who broke with Trump falters; U.S. indicts Raúl Castro.