Trump politicizes Puerto Rico death toll
President Trump disputed the death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and claimed Democrats are trying to make him look bad. McClatchy News White House correspondent Anita Kumar joins CBSN with more.
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PR gov.: FEMA responsible for water bottles
An image of huge shipments of water bottles sitting on a runway in Puerto Rico went viral this week. Now, Gov. Ricardo Rosselló says he has evidence that FEMA is responsible for the undistributed bottles.
FEMA official: Bottled water in Puerto Rico was moved to runway to save money
FEMA had been storing the water in more than 1,100 containers on the island at a cost of about $300,000 per day before moving the supplies outdoors
Puerto Rico gov. reacts to Trump on death toll
After President Trump disputed the death toll of nearly 3,000 killed in the wake of Hurricane Maria, Gov. Ricardo Rosselló told CBSN that the people of Puerto Rico "don't deserve their pain to be questioned." Watch his full interview.
Trump has "a lot of blame to take" for Maria death toll, renowned chef says
José Andrés distributed more than 3 million meals to hungry Puerto Ricans in the wake of Hurricane Maria last year
Trump disputes hurricane death toll in Puerto Rico
"If a person died for any reason, like old age, just add them onto the list. Bad politics. I love Puerto Rico!," he tweeted; Florida Gov. Rick Scott said he disagrees with the president
Democrats slam Trump for denying Puerto Rico death count
Democrats urged Republicans to carry out oversight hearings on the response to Hurricane Maria
Possibly millions of water bottles left on tarmac in Puerto Rico
The man who took the photos says the bottles, meant for Hurricane Maria victims, have been sitting there since last fall
José Andrés on Trump and Puerto Rico deaths
Michelin Star chef José Andrés distributed more than three million meals in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria devastated the island. Andrés is known for his humanitarian work in disaster zones with his non-profit, World Central Kitchen. Andrés joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "We Fed an Island: The True Story of Rebuilding Puerto Rico, One Meal at a Time."
FEMA official defends agency over water bottles left in Puerto Rico
The images of huge stacks of bottled water sitting on a runway in Ceiba, Puerto Rico began circulating on Tuesday
Trump on Hurricane Maria response
President Trump is not backing down from comments he made Tuesday, calling the government's response to Hurricane Maria an "unsung success," despite criticism from Puerto Rican officials and newly released documents showing the White House took away funding from FEMA. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins Tanya Rivero on "Red and Blue" with the latest developments and the rest of the day's political headlines.
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House Dems: Republicans blocked probe of Trump administration's Hurricane Maria response
Report says House panel shielded president from scrutiny and ignored "lessons learned after Hurricane Katrina"
Trump touts "A plus" hurricane response amid Puerto Rico backlash
"We'll handle it, we're ready, we're able," Trump urged followers of the impending hurricane
Trump praises Hurricane Maria response
President Trump declared states of emergency in the Carolinas and Virginia as part of a multi-layered effort to brace for Hurricane Florence. But he triggered renewed scrutiny when he praised federal response of Hurricane Maria last year in the face of fresh reports that nearly 3,000 died and months passed before electricity was restored to Puerto Rico. Major Garrett reports.
Is Trump right to laud his admin's Puerto Rico hurricane response?
CBS News' David Begnaud, who has covered the devastation wrought by Hurricane Maria, examines the president's claim
Puerto Rico's governor responds to Trump
President Trump said Tuesday that the government’s response in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria was an "unsung success." Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosello released a statement on Mr. Trump's comments later in the day. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Forecasting Hurricane Florence's path
David Parkinson, CBS News weather producer, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest forecast on Hurricane Florence and where the storm might have the most impact.
Trump praises Puerto Rico response as "unsung success"
Puerto Rico's governor recently revised the official death toll for Hurricane Maria from 64 to 2,975
Trump: Puerto Rico was "unsung success"
In a meeting to discuss emergency preparations for Hurricane Florence, President Trump said that his administration's handling of Puerto Rico's hurricane recovery "was an incredible, unsung success."
Federal report criticizes FEMA response to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico
The report said that FEMA had to assume many responsibilities of the local government given the loss of power and communications
Cuomo to help families sue Trump over Hurricane Maria response
"President Trump never tried to help Puerto Rico. Florida got attention, Texas got attention, and Puerto Rico got the short end of the stick," Cuomo said Sunday
Judge: Government can end housing aid for Puerto Rican evacuees
Judge denies effort to force government to continue providing aid that has allowed evacuees to live in hotels
Puerto Rico death toll analysis
CBS News' David Begnaud speaks to Dr. Lynn Goldman, dean of the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University, and retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honore, a former commander of the joint task force involved with Hurricane Katrina. They discussed a report that reveals nearly 3,000 people died from Hurricane Maria which swept through Puerto Rico in September 2017.
Hurricane Maria was even deadlier than Katrina
A new George Washington University report shows that 2,975 people died from Hurricane Maria, far more than the 64 originally reported by officials in Puerto Rico. It now surpasses Hurricane Katrina in the number of deaths. Dr. Lynn Goldman, dean of the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University, and Lt. Gen. Russel Honore, who led Joint Task Force Katrina, spoke to CBS News correspondent David Begnaud about the report's findings.
Lindsey Vonn undergoes surgery for leg fracture after crash at Winter Olympics
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Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
Will Bad Bunny be paid for his Super Bowl halftime performance?
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Starmer's aide quits over ambassador appointment despite Epstein links
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, said he took responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson.
Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the Milano Cortina Winter Games shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
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DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
Lindsey Vonn undergoes surgery for leg fracture after crash at Winter Olympics
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, underwent surgery for a fracture in her left leg.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
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Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
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Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Pablo Guanipa released from prison
Juan Guanipa, one of the closest allies of opposition powerhouse María Corina Machado, had been held at a detention facility since May 2025.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
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Don Henley reflects on the Eagles' "miraculous run," Glenn Frey, and more
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
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Latest on the search for Nancy Guthrie
Savannah Guthrie and her siblings posted a third video on Saturday, pleading for their mother's return after she went missing last week. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
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Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
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Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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Gonzales on ICE warrants
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Lindsey Vonn crashes minutes into race
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