New images of Texas detention facility released
Protesters gathered outside the facility Sunday where teens who entered the country without adults are being held
Immigration
Migrants held in cages at Texas facility
The battle over the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy on immigration is intensifying with lawmakers in both parties condemning it as cruel and inhumane. The administration is being accused of punishing undocumented children by separating them from their parents. CBS News' Gayle King and David Begnaud report from McAllen, Texas.
Migrant children housed in tent cities
A newly-opened tent city along the Texas border is at the heart of the national immigration debate. The Trump administration announced the creation of the temporary housing facility for unaccompanied immigrant minors at the Tornillo port of entry last week. Each tent holds about 20 kids. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal reports.
Border patrol on "zero tolerance" controversy
Manny Padilla, chief of the Rio Grande Valley Sector of Customs and Border Protection, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy on immigration. Padilla is responsible for the busiest area of illegal crossings in the country and for implementing the policy. Padilla tells Gayle King that parents separated from their children who were confused is due to "misinformation."
Trump blames Democrats for family separation
President Trump still blames Democrats for his administration's new immigration strategy to separate families that cross the U.S. border illegally. Lawmakers in both parties oppose the current policy and are looking for ways to change it. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.
DHS Secretary Nielsen speaks to sheriffs
Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen speaks about the immigration crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border and children being separated from their parents. She insists that it is not part of the administration's policy.
Families separated at the border
There is growing outrage at the Trump administration's policy of pursuing criminal prosecutions against all immigrants who cross into the U.S. illegally and separating more than 1,900 children from their parents at the border. CBS News correspondent Alex Wagner joins CBSN to discuss what she saw at the border and the effects of the policy on young children who are detained.
Sessions on "zero tolerance" policy
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said despite the administration's "zero tolerance" policy, the Trump White House doesn't "want to separate parents from their children." CBS News correspondents Paula Reid, David Begnaud and Mireya Villareal join CBSN with more on the policy which has sparked widespread outcry over the handling of children at the border.
Trump blames Dems for immigration issues
During a meeting with the National Space Council at the White House on Monday, President Trump once again placed blame on Democrats for the country's immigration problems.
Congress has no fix in the works for separation of families
Informal back-channel conversations are ongoing among aides in both parties about possibly finding a resolution
Poll: Most Americans oppose immigrant family separation
According to a Quinnipiac University poll, two-thirds of Americans oppose separating immigrant children from their families
Photographer reveals story behind image of crying child at border
"As a father myself, it was very difficult for me to see these families detained," Getty's John Moore says
5 killed in SUV crash during pursuit in Texas
Twelve people were ejected from the vehicle when it rolled over Sunday, officials say
Sessions, Nielsen defend "zero tolerance" policy amid immigration outcry
Both Sessions and Nielsen called on Congress to craft legislation to handle outstanding issues at the U.S.-Mexico border
DHS Sec. Kirstjen Nielsen denies family separation policy exists, blames media
"If you are seeking asylum for your family, there is no reason to break the law and illegally cross between ports of entry," claimed Nielsen
U.N. rights chief: Trump admin. migrant policy "unconscionable"
High Commissioner for Human Rights calls Trump admin policy child abuse, citing U.S. medical group's warning
Gayle King on undocumented families at border
Gayle King joins "CBS This Morning" from McAllen, Texas, to discuss her reporting and the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's "zero tolerance" policy that separates undocumented children from their parents.
Dan Pfeiffer on "zero tolerance," Democrats
One of former President Barack Obama's longest-serving advisers is offering his strategy to help Democrats retake the White House. Dan Pfeiffer, communications director for the 2008 Obama campaign, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the controversy surrounding the Trump administration's policy to separate migrant families at the border, and Pfeiffer's new book, "Yes We (Still) Can: Politics in the Age of Obama, Twitter, and Trump."
Separating migrant families: How we got here
Republican and Democratic presidents have struggled with illegal immigration. But the Trump administration is the first to enforce a "zero tolerance" policy that has separated about 2,000 children from their parents. Norah O'Donnell takes a closer look at how we got to this place.
Senator says family separation policy can be "changed in a moment" by Trump
"2,000 children were separated not because of law but because of a Trump decision," Jeff Merkley tells "CBS This Morning"
Separating families at the border: How we got here
Trump administration policy to remove children from parents is under fire from both sides of political spectrum
Family separation policy starts dividing Republicans
The administration put the policy in place and could easily end it after it has led to a spike in cases of split and distraught families
Separating migrant families
The Department of Homeland Security says from April 19 to May 31 1,995 minors were separated from adults at the U.S. border with Mexico. Texas Tribune immigration and border security reporter Julian Aguilar joins CBSN to discuss his reporting on one woman says she was separated from her disabled grandson.
Laura Bush: Taking kids from parents at border is "cruel," "immoral"
The former first lady, a Republican, criticized the Trump administration policy in a Washington Post op ed
First lady "hates" seeing children separated from families at border, White House says
The first lady did not acknowledge that the separations are the result of a policy put in place by her husband's administration that he could easily reverse
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July 4th celebrations mark America's 250th birthday. Follow live updates.
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July with events including the largest fireworks display in history.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.
Prince Harry to travel without Meghan to London amid security flap
Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.
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Mourners chant for revenge as dayslong funeral of Iran's slain leader begins
The flag-draped casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran with millions expected to attend his dayslong funeral.
Trump pardons pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? To mark the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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.
Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
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DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier
The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary.
Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.
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July 4th celebrations mark America's 250th birthday. Follow live updates.
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July with events including the largest fireworks display in history.
6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.
Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore
The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
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More than 100,000 fireworks recalled ahead of July 4
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund.
How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
Here's who won — and lost — under Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.
U.S. says it's monitoring oil markets for price-fixing, urges states to do same
Antitrust regulators suggested that state attorneys general could assist in investigating unlawful conduct by companies.
What's open and closed on July 3 and July 4? See which stores are operating.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
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6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.
Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore
The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Inside the security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C.
The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation.
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1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
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What a Brooklyn bodega reveals about the craze for an experimental weight-loss drug
It isn't approved by the FDA, but we found an experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide for sale at a local convenience store.
Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
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Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert
The fourth-century residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday.
Prince Harry to travel without Meghan to London amid security flap
Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Prince William appears on "New Heights" podcast ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding
Prince William will appear on the podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce just hours before Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's anticipated wedding.
Venice mayor proposes new dynamic pricing tourist fee
The mayor of Venice says the city is seeking government approval to introduce a form of dynamic pricing to deal with tourism costs.
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday. Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, a representative for Swift confirmed. Jo Ling Kent has more details.
Empire State Building lights up for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
The Empire State Building lit up in blue for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday night.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially married, according to Swift's publicist. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Fans gather in NYC for Taylor Swift's wedding
New York has been waiting for Taylor Swift, as the pop icon may be preparing to marry NFL star Travis Kelce at Madison Square Garden on Friday night. Carlos Greer, a senior reporter at Page Six, joins CBS News to discuss.
World awaits news on Taylor Swift's wedding
Taylor Swift fans are awaiting news on her highly anticipated wedding to football player Travis Kelce. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports from New York City.
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Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
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The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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Trump announces 6 new pardons
The four presidents carved into Mount Rushmore collectively issued over 1,100 pardons. President Trump, who is visiting there tonight, has outdone them all and is now adding more. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump considering pardons and clemency
President Trump is considering pardons for a group of people convicted of emissions and clean-air-related violations and has discussed potential clemency for Sean "Diddy" Combs, according to sources familiar with his plans. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump weighing Diddy clemency, sources say
President Trump is considering pardons for a slew of individuals, including potential clemency for disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs and some offenders with pollution-related convictions, sources say. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Olympian charged over alleged D.C. vandalism
U.S. Olympian David Hearn is facing a felony charge after being accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. CBS News senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch has the details.
Man charged over Reflecting Pool vandalism
Former U.S. Olympian David Hearn was indicted on Thursday on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up roughly two feet of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool last month, amid the algae blooms and political mudslinging around the president's $16 million renovation. Nicole Sganga reports.
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
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High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
The Dish: Reading Terminal Market
Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia is just blocks from the location of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. "CBS Saturday Mornings" takes a stroll through this historic market.
Pope Leo XIV receives Liberty Medal
Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, celebrated America's 250th birthday with a speech, praising the nation's tradition of welcoming immigrants. The National Constitution Center also awarded the pope with a Liberty Medal.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday. Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, a representative for Swift confirmed. Jo Ling Kent has more details.
Revolutionary War soldier finally ID'd
After 250 years, a soldier who fought for the birth of the nation has finally been identified and recognized for his service. Bradley Blackburn has more.