10/1/2023: Attorney General; The Rise and Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried
First, Merrick Garland on the independence of Trump and Hunter Biden investigations.Then, Michael Lewis’ new book on Sam Bankman-Fried.
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How could Hunter Biden's plea affect 2024?
Hunter Biden pleaded not guilty Tuesday to three felony gun charges. The plea came nearly two months after a pre-negotiated deal with prosecutors publicly fell apart. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports.
Next steps after Hunter Biden's plea
President Biden's son, Hunter, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to three felony gun charges, after a plea deal collapsed in court over the summer. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge have more on what comes next in the case.
Hunter Biden's likely 2nd Amendment defense
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, pleaded not guilty Tuesday to three felony gun charges, after a deal that included a diversion in connection with a firearms charge and a guilty plea to two misdemeanor tax charges collapsed in court over the summer. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more on how Biden could defend himself at a possible trial.
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to gun charges
The son of President Joe Biden pleaded not guilty Tuesday to three felony gun charges, after a deal that included a diversion in connection with a firearms charge and a guilty plea to two misdemeanor tax charges collapsed in court over the summer. Gayle King anchored CBS News' special report on the arraignment.
Hunter Biden to be arraigned
Hunter Biden is expected to plead not guilty to federal gun charges Tuesday when he's arraigned in a Delaware federal courtroom. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
Hunter Biden pleads not guilty at arraignment on felony gun charges
A deal that included a diversion in connection with a firearms charge and a guilty plea to two misdemeanor tax charges collapsed in court over the summer.
AG Merrick Garland: The 60 Minutes Interview
Scott Pelley asks Attorney General Merrick Garland about the prosecutions of former President Trump and Hunter Biden, and the investigation of President Biden.
Garland discusses the process behind Trump, Hunter Biden prosecutions
Attorney General Merrick Garland told 60 Minutes about the process of the special counsel investigations into former President Donald Trump and Hunter Biden on 60 Minutes.
AG Merrick Garland on his 2016 U.S. Supreme Court nomination
In a rare interview, the attorney general spoke with 60 Minutes' Scott Pelley about a range of topics, from helping Ukraine document war crimes to combating drug traffickers distributing fentanyl.
AG Garland on the independence of Trump, Hunter Biden investigations
Scott Pelley asks Attorney General Merrick Garland about the prosecutions of former President Trump and Hunter Biden, and the investigation of President Biden.
GOP contradicted by own impeachment witnesses
House Republicans held their first hearing on the impeachment inquiry of President Biden Thursday. For more than six hours, GOP members insisted they have evidence of wrongdoing by the president, only for their own witnesses to say otherwise. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Impeachment hearing held as shutdown looms
House Republicans held the first hearing of their impeachment inquiry into President Biden on Thursday as the U.S. government inches toward a possible shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill.
GOP-led House panels subpoena Hunter Biden and James Biden's records
House Republicans subpoenaed the personal and business banking records of President Biden's son and brother.
House GOP subpoenas Biden family bank records
Republicans on the House Oversight Committee have subpoenaed the banking records of President Biden's son and brother -- Hunter and James Biden. The subpoenas request all documents or communications in the bank's possession from the beginning of 2014 to now. Criminal defense attorney Joseph Tully joins CBS News to unpack the move.
First Biden impeachment inquiry hearing held
House Republicans on Thursday are holding the first hearing in their impeachment inquiry into President Biden after outlining the basis for the inquiry in a 30-page memo. But they haven't made public concrete evidence to support articles of impeachment. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
New details in Hunter Biden investigation
House Republicans say they have uncovered bank wires obtained by subpoena that allegedly reveal Hunter Biden received payments originating from Beijing that listed President Joe Biden's Delaware residence as the beneficiary address, an announcement Hunter Biden's attorney denounced as "lies to support a premise." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
House Republicans raise questions about funds wired to Hunter Biden
A Hunter Biden attorney says the transfers were from private loans to Hunter Biden, and they referenced his father's address because it was the one on his personal driver's license at the time.
Hunter Biden sues Rudy Giuliani over laptop
Hunter Biden sued Rudy Giuliani and his former attorney Tuesday, claiming they hacked, manipulated and disseminated data on an external hard drive associated with Hunter's laptop. Giuliani and the attorney, Robert Costello, have previously acknowledged accessing the hard drive's data. CBS News reporter Graham Kates has the latest.
Hunter Biden sues Rudy Giuliani, attorney Robert Costello for "hacking" laptop
Rudy Giuliani and attorney Robert Costello have frequently acknowledged accessing the hard drive's data after Hunter Biden left his laptop at a repair shop.
Garland defends Justice Department in hearing
Attorney General Merrick Garland testified in front of the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday as he faced a slew of attacks from Republicans about the investigations into former President Donald Trump and Hunter Biden. CBS News' Catherine Herridge reports from the Justice Department.
Heated moments in Merrick Garland testimony
House Republicans accused Attorney General Merrick Garland of "weaponizing" the Justice Department in a House hearing Wednesday. Garland pushed back, saying he wasn't "the president's lawyer" or "Congress' prosecutor." CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
Hunter Biden ordered to appear in-person at arraignment on Oct. 3
Lawyers for Hunter Biden asked the court for his initial appearance and arraignment to be held by video conference.
Republicans grill Garland on DOJ probes
Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Justice Department's investigations into former President Trump and President Biden's son, Hunter, while testifying before the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge reports on the hours-long hearing.
Garland defends Trump probe in House hearing
Testifying for more than five hours before the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee Wednesday, Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the veracity of the Justice Department's investigations into former President Donald Trump and Hunter Biden, son of President Biden. Garland said that "no one" from the Biden administration "told me to indict" Trump.
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool cases
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
Justice Dept. moves to dismiss Jan. 6 class action lawsuit
The Justice Department argued that the Jan. 6, 2021, rioters had until Jan. 6, 2023, to sue the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act, missing the deadline to file a lawsuit by over two years.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Trump says oil companies should cut gas prices after making "too much money"
President Trump said U.S. oil companies made "too much money" from high oil prices. "I'm not happy about it," he added.
Twin Falls In-N-Out shooting suspect identified after 3 killed, 7 wounded
The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Chad Williams, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
Washington wildfires leave some residents with nothing: "Nightmare situation"
More than 700 buildings in the Spokane area have been destroyed, and another 400 have yet to be assessed, officials said Monday as three fires burned in the area.
Cornyn, Tillis back Blanche for attorney general after deal on DOJ fund
GOP Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom Tillis of North Carolina formally announced their support on Monday for Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general.
Senate candidate El-Sayed questions assumption Michigan voters are moderates
Populist Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens top the Democratic field going into Tuesday's Senate primary. Former Rep. Mike Rogers is running unopposed for the GOP nomination.
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Washington wildfires leave some residents with nothing: "Nightmare situation"
More than 700 buildings in the Spokane area have been destroyed, and another 400 have yet to be assessed, officials said Monday as three fires burned in the area.
Justice Dept. moves to dismiss Jan. 6 class action lawsuit
The Justice Department argued that the Jan. 6, 2021, rioters had until Jan. 6, 2023, to sue the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act, missing the deadline to file a lawsuit by over two years.
Senate candidate El-Sayed questions assumption Michigan voters are moderates
Populist Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens top the Democratic field going into Tuesday's Senate primary. Former Rep. Mike Rogers is running unopposed for the GOP nomination.
25 states sue Trump administration over latest round of tariffs
New U.S. tariffs are hurting consumers and businesses, California's attorney general said in filing suit to block levies on 60 countries.
Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
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25 states sue Trump administration over latest round of tariffs
New U.S. tariffs are hurting consumers and businesses, California's attorney general said in filing suit to block levies on 60 countries.
Trump says oil companies should cut gas prices after making "too much money"
President Trump said U.S. oil companies made "too much money" from high oil prices. "I'm not happy about it," he added.
What to watch for in SpaceX's first public earnings report this week
SpaceX will release its first earnings report as a public company on Tuesday in a key test for the company's stuttering stock price.
JPMorgan Chase to invest $750 billion in boosting housing and homebuying
JPMorgan Chase said the investment will include financing for 1 million affordable housing units and assistance to 500,000 people in buying homes.
Federal workers sour on government work, decrying eroding job security
Nearly two-thirds of current and retired U.S. government workers said they wouldn't re-enter public service, according to a recent survey.
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Justice Dept. moves to dismiss Jan. 6 class action lawsuit
The Justice Department argued that the Jan. 6, 2021, rioters had until Jan. 6, 2023, to sue the federal government under the Federal Tort Claims Act, missing the deadline to file a lawsuit by over two years.
Senate candidate El-Sayed questions assumption Michigan voters are moderates
Populist Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens top the Democratic field going into Tuesday's Senate primary. Former Rep. Mike Rogers is running unopposed for the GOP nomination.
Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
Trump says oil companies should cut gas prices after making "too much money"
President Trump said U.S. oil companies made "too much money" from high oil prices. "I'm not happy about it," he added.
Trump says Jeanine Pirro "choked" in dropping Reflecting Pool cases
"She folded like an umbrella," President Trump said of Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia.
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Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
Two people have died of cyclosporiasis in Michigan, officials said Monday, as the state battles the worst outbreak of the disease in the country. Carter Evans has the details.
Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
Rising premiums forced many people in Affordable Care Act plans to give up their coverage. But the Trump administration claims a huge drop in enrollment is almost entirely due to its fraud crackdown.
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Megan Kaverman's weight gain, fatigue, high blood pressure and other symptoms were dismissed for years before she was diagnosed with a rare heart disease.
Peptide vendor sentenced for "trail of harm"
A federal judge sentenced the owner of a peptide company to nearly 6 years in prison for deceiving customers and selling products adulterated with steroids, citing a "trail of harm." Adam Yamaguchi reports.
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Funeral held for family "wiped off the map" in Russian strike
At least two adults and four children were killed in the strike but the death toll could be higher as all the remains have not yet been formally identified.
Human remains exhumed at WWII massacre site in Ukraine
It is believed that 30 to 40% of the 50 remains so far discovered at the site were children.
Morocco blames Ceuta border surge on misleading info spread online
Morocco is blaming a massive surge of migrants into Ceuta on various factors, including "malicious exploitation of digital platforms" and the spread of misleading information.
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No new Iran negotiations planned despite Trump comments, U.S. officials say
President Trump, who called Tehran "unbelievably duplicitous," said the talks are the "last chance" for Iran to forge a deal and avoid an escalation.
Suspect arrested in Greece after U.K. woman's body found in suitcase
Police say the suspect transported the body to an abandoned site in a suitcase and subsequently used her bank cards to withdraw money.
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"My Favorite Person" takes over socials
A social media trend encouraging users to share what they love about their favorite person is bringing light to TikTok and other platforms.
Ariana Grande to step out of public eye
A representative for pop star Ariana Grande says the singer is planning to step out of the public eye after wrapping her ongoing Eternal Sunshine Tour amid "endless, ongoing public scrutiny." Grande has also dropped out of the London-based musical "Sunday in the Park with George," which is set to open next year.
New Spider-Man movie breaks box office records
At the box office, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swung to a massive $360 million in its domestic debut, making it the biggest opening weekend ever. Brooks Barnes, chief Hollywood correspondent for The New York Times, joins to discuss.
Why the 2027 Met Gala is already causing controversy
Designer John Galliano is known for his theatrical and dramatic designs, but his legacy is also marked by antisemitic and racist comments.
Paul W. Downs on historic "Hacks" Emmy run
Actor Paul W. Downs talks with "CBS Mornings" about the final season of "Hacks" and reveals if there could be a spinoff of the popular series. Downs also describes what it was like to tell his co-star Meg Stalter that she was nominated for an Emmy Award.
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Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
The order asks AI companies to share previews of powerful new models with the government before they are released to the public.
U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
Lauryn Williams, the deputy director and senior fellow of the Strategic Technologies Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins to discuss the U.S. probe into Iran possibly targeting water systems in Michigan and Minnesota.
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.
Hugging Face CEO calls hack by rogue OpenAI model "very weird and unprecedented"
An artificial intelligence model that was being tested by OpenAI went rogue and hacked the firm Hugging Face on its own, in what Hugging Face CEO Clément Delangue called a "very weird and unprecedented" incident.
CEO of AI firm Hugging Face on OpenAI hack
ChatGPT maker OpenAI revealed that its technology hacked into another AI company on its own during internal testing. Hugging Face CEO Clement Delangue, whose company was hacked, described the "very weird and unprecedented" incident in an interview on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" -- and offered suggestions on how future incidents could be prevented.
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Rare footage of humpback whale birth captured on drone video
The footage is believed to be only the fourth complete humpback whale birth ever recorded on film anywhere in the world and the first-ever captured by drone.
Rare video shows humpback whale birth
A photographer operating a drone off the coast of Australia captured a humpback whale giving birth. It's believed to be the first time such a birth has been recorded by a drone.
How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
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New details in Idaho In-N-Out shooting
New information is coming out about the shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Idaho that killed three people over the weekend. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie case contradicted himself on ransom note
Investigators in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie released two ransom notes, including one contradicting what the Arizona sheriff overseeing the case told CBS News.
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released
Six months after Nancy Guthrie went missing, the Pima County, Arizona, sheriff has released two ransom notes, including one that claims Guthrie died "shortly after she was taken." Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Deadly shooting at Idaho In-N-Out
Officials say three people were killed and seven were injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out in Idaho over the weekend. Officials believe the shooter acted alone and are investigating possible motives. Lilia Luciano reports.
Nancy Guthrie case is "active," sheriff says
The investigation into Nancy Guthrie's disappearance is still "very active," Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said after two ransom notes were released. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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"My Favorite Person" takes over socials
A social media trend encouraging users to share what they love about their favorite person is bringing light to TikTok and other platforms.
Ariana Grande to step out of public eye
A representative for pop star Ariana Grande says the singer is planning to step out of the public eye after wrapping her ongoing Eternal Sunshine Tour amid "endless, ongoing public scrutiny." Grande has also dropped out of the London-based musical "Sunday in the Park with George," which is set to open next year.
New Spider-Man movie breaks box office records
At the box office, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" swung to a massive $360 million in its domestic debut, making it the biggest opening weekend ever. Brooks Barnes, chief Hollywood correspondent for The New York Times, joins to discuss.
Michigan reports 2 deaths in parasitic outbreak
Health officials in Michigan have reported two deaths related to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
New details in Idaho In-N-Out shooting
New information is coming out about the shooting at an In-N-Out restaurant in Idaho that killed three people over the weekend. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.