Gowdy: Trump demand for Ukraine help "can't be" impeachable
"Are we going to remove a President from office if he conditioned aid on figuring out who tried to interfere in our 2016 election?" Gowdy said on "Face the Nation" Sunday
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State Department official testifies as part of impeachment inquiry
Philip Reeker is the latest in a line of officials testifying about their knowledge of a July 25 call where President Trump asked the Ukrainian president to investigate Joe Biden and his son
Justice Department must give House committee Mueller material
House Democrats have been petitioning the court to allow them to review the materials for months
Umpire apologizes after calling for civil war if Trump is impeached
"I will be buying an AR-15 tomorrow, because if you impeach MY PRESIDENT this way, YOU WILL HAVE ANOTHER CIVAL WAR!!!" he wrote, before deleting the tweet and later apolgizing
White House hiring new staff to handle impeachment inquiry response
Senior White House adviser Jared Kushner has been pushing to enhance the communications strategy
First White House official plans to testify in impeachment inquiry
Tim Morrison, a top White House adviser on Russia and Europe, plans to testify in the impeachment inquiry, if subpoenaed
Explaining the impeachment inquiry into President Trump
In a special edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett spoke with CBS News reporters about the impeachment process
House takes break from impeachment inquiry to mourn Elijah Cummings
Cummings, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, died last week at 68
Impeachment updates: Lawmakers pause to honor Elijah Cummings
"For me, I was privileged enough to call him a dear friend," Republican Mark Meadows
Senate Republicans back resolution condemning impeachment inquiry
The resolution calls on Democrats in the House to hold a formal vote to initiate an impeachment inquiry
MLB umpire threatens "Cival War" if Trump is impeached
"I will be buying an AR-15 tomorrow, because if you impeach MY PRESIDENT this way, YOU WILL HAVE ANOTHER CIVAL WAR!!!" he tweeted
Poll finds 99% of Republican white evangelical Protestants oppose impeachment
99% of white evangelical Protestants oppose President Trump's impeachment and removal from office
Impeachment updates: Republicans storm secure hearing room
More than 20 Republican lawmakers gained access to the a secure hearing room to protest the closed-door proceedings
McConnell denies telling Trump his Ukraine call was "innocent"
Asked if the president was lying about the interaction, McConnell replied, "You'd have to ask him"
Top diplomat in Ukraine gave "devastating" testimony, Dems say
William Taylor testified that he grew increasingly alarmed over efforts by U.S. officials to pressure Ukraine into investigating President Trump's rivals
Trump urges GOP to get tougher on impeachment
"We have some that are great fighters, but they have to get tougher and fight," the president said
ICYMI: Here's what you missed on Sunday's "Face the Nation"
The rocky U.S.-brokered ceasefire between Turkey and Syria has many speculating the president's strategy overseas
Mulvaney and Cipollone feuding over chief of staff job
Acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney has been facing criticism for telling reporters that military aid to Ukraine was withheld to advance President Trump's political requests
The uncharted road to the impeachment and removal of a president
The term has become a staple of American political life. But Congress has only drafted impeachment articles three times — and the process has never culminated in a president's removal
Top Democrat says impeachment inquiry could wrap up by end of year
"My belief is that the speaker of the House would like to get this wrapped up by the end of the year. I think that's probably possible," Congressman Jim Himes told "Face the Nation"
Perry says he never heard the Bidens mentioned in relation to Ukraine
The energy secretary also said that his impending departure from the administration had been planned for months and is not related to Ukraine
White House links delay in Ukraine aid to 2016 probe
"I have news for everybody: Get over it. There's going to be political influence in foreign policy," Mick Mulvaney said
Ex-Ukraine envoy testified he was "never asked to do anything" wrong
Kurt Volker, the former special representative to Ukraine, said he feared the U.S.-Ukraine relationship was "getting sucked into a domestic political debate"
Top diplomats testify in impeachment probe
The former U.S. special envoy to Ukraine returned to Capitol Hill for an unannounced second meeting
Giuliani defies subpoena in impeachment inquiry
Giuliani is also parting ways with the attorney he recently hired to represent him in the impeachment probe
Judge blocks Trump admin. from deploying California National Guard in L.A.
A U.S. district judge blocked Trump from deploying the California National Guard in Los Angeles and said control of the Guard must be returned to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
House to vote today on must-pass $900 billion defense policy bill
The House is poised to vote Wednesday on a $900 billion defense policy bill as both chambers race to pass it before the end of the year.
Federal judge orders unsealing of more Epstein files in New York
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from the Justice Department to unseal more files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Read María Corina Machado's Nobel Prize speech, given by her daughter
The daughter of María Corina Machado gave a speech in Oslo on Wednesday on behalf of her mother, who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
Trump says he's "crushing" inflation as GOP faces affordability concerns
President Trump is speaking about affordability and his economic agenda in the Poconos, in northeastern Pennsylvania, Tuesday night.
Sophie Kinsella, author of best-selling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene fathers nearly 200 children
A genetic mutation that carries a 90% cancer risk has been passed on by an unwitting sperm donor to dozens of children, a Europe-wide investigation has revealed.
Democrats' path to power may come through hundreds of races far from Washington
In a new strategy memo, the leader of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee makes a case that the party has a "once in a generation" chance to flip over 650 state legislative seats.
Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
Emmy Award-winning journalist Tony Dokoupil will begin as anchor of the "CBS Evening News" on Jan. 5, 2026.
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Trump admin moves to end SAVE plan for millions of student borrowers
Current SAVE borrowers will have "limited time" to enroll in a new loan repayment plan and begin repaying their loans, the Education Department said.
Judge blocks Trump admin. from deploying California National Guard in Los Angeles
A U.S. district judge blocked Trump from deploying the California National Guard in Los Angeles and said control of the Guard must be returned to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Ice Age lake at Death Valley reemerges after record rainfall
An ancient lake reemerged in Death Valley National Park, after the California desert region experienced a period of record rainfall.
Federal judge orders unsealing of more Epstein files in New York
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from the Justice Department to unseal more files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
Emmy Award-winning journalist Tony Dokoupil will anchor the "CBS Evening News" beginning on Jan. 5, 2026.
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Trump admin moves to end SAVE plan for millions of student borrowers
Current SAVE borrowers will have "limited time" to enroll in a new loan repayment plan and begin repaying their loans, the Education Department said.
GoFundMe fundraisers to pay for basic living expenses surged in 2025
Fundraising patterns reflect Americans' mounting affordability challenges, according to GoFundMe CEO Tim Cadogan.
MacKenzie Scott announces she donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025
The author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed $7.1 billion in donations to nonprofits in 2025 Tuesday, marking a significant increase in her annual giving from recent years.
Why fighting inflation may not be the best way to make life more affordable
Beating back inflation is only half the battle in lowering the cost of living — you also have to think about people's pay, economists argue.
Trump says he's "crushing" inflation as GOP faces affordability concerns
President Trump spoke about affordability and his economic agenda in the Poconos, in northeastern Pennsylvania, Tuesday night.
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Judge blocks Trump admin. from deploying California National Guard in Los Angeles
A U.S. district judge blocked Trump from deploying the California National Guard in Los Angeles and said control of the Guard must be returned to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Federal judge orders unsealing of more Epstein files in New York
A federal judge in New York has granted a request from the Justice Department to unseal more files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
House to vote today on must-pass $900 billion defense policy bill
The House is poised to vote Wednesday on a $900 billion defense policy bill as both chambers race to pass it before the end of the year.
Democrats' path to power may come through hundreds of races far from Washington
In a new strategy memo, the leader of the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee makes a case that the party has a "once in a generation" chance to flip over 650 state legislative seats.
Rod Paige, architect of No Child Left Behind policy, dies at 92
Under Rod Paige's leadership, the Department of Education implemented the No Child Left Behind policy that in 2002 became former President George W. Bush's signature education law.
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Extended interview: Dr. Rochelle Walensky
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook speaks at length with former CDC director Dr. Rochelle Walensky about the hepatitis B vaccine and last week's vote by the CDC's vaccine advisory panel to change the recommendation for when children should get their first dose of the vaccine.
Nursing home chain avoids settlement payouts after bankruptcy filing
Genesis HealthCare's bankruptcy case in Dallas will allow the nursing home chain to avoid paying millions of dollars it promised for residents who were injured or died while in its care.
Nuts sold at Wegmans stores in 9 states recalled over salmonella risk
Mixed nuts from Ohio-based Mellace Family Brands sold at some Wegmans stores could be tainted with Salmonella, FDA warns.
Details on CDC Hepatitis B vaccine decision
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted to not recommend the Hepatitis B vaccine for everyone at birth, alarming many in the medical community. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know about the decision and its potential impact.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
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How one couple sparked a global movement for a smartphone-free childhood
For thousands of parents in 39 countries, including the U.S., the goal is simple: More time outdoors, and a childhood lived offline as much as possible.
5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
The woman was freed at midnight and reported the abduction. Police later found her partner's body in a wooded area.
Read María Corina Machado's Nobel Prize speech, given by her daughter
The daughter of María Corina Machado gave a speech in Oslo on Wednesday on behalf of her mother, who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.
Sophie Kinsella, author of best-selling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene fathers nearly 200 children across Europe
A genetic mutation that carries a 90% cancer risk has been passed on by an unwitting sperm donor to dozens of children, a Europe-wide investigation has revealed.
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Carly Pearce on new music
Grammy-winning country music superstar Carly Pearce joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her highly-anticipated fifth studio album, fans relating to the lyrics in her music and being vulnerable.
Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
Five-time Grammy Award winner Joe Bonamassa may already hold the record for the most No. 1 albums on the Billboard blues albums chart with 29, but he has no plans to stop anytime soon. His upcoming album is a tribute to B.B. King and includes tracks from artists like Aloe Blacc and Eric Clapton. "CBS Mornings" gets a behind-the-scenes look.
Sophie Kinsella, author of best-selling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, was diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer in 2022.
Lucas Bravo on new "Emily in Paris" season
Lucas Bravo, who stars as Gabriel in "Emily in Paris," talks about the new season of the show, what he loves about his character and working with Lily Collins. Plus, he discusses playing a villain role in the series, "The Seduction."
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Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
A U.K. couple started with a simple message, asking on Instagram if other parents could ban together to start a smartphone-free childhood. It's now grown to a global movement, with a chapter in 39 countries. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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.
At least 6 families sue Character.AI
At least six American families are suing Character.AI, its co-founders and Google over the role its chatbot allegedly played in encouraging their children to take their own lives. Ian Krietzberg, AI correspondent for Puck News, joined CBS News to discuss.
Waymo fallout amid school bus safety issues
Waymo, the ride-hailing service, says it is planning a voluntary software recall to fix a glitch after reports its self-driving cars don't stop for school buses. The company has already tried to fix the issue, but police in Texas said it didn't work. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
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5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
The woman was freed at midnight and reported the abduction. Police later found her partner's body in a wooded area.
Prosecutors release video of Mangione arrest
More details about Luigi Mangione's arrest in Pennsylvania are emerging as prosecutors argue for certain evidence to be admissible in his upcoming trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
Authorities search for fake heiress scammer
A 73-year-old woman is on the run after allegedly posing as an heiress with a multimillion-dollar secret trust fund. Authorities say Mary Carole McDonnell scammed nearly $30 million from banks and is now on the FBI's most wanted list.
Family of teen killed by police to get $30M
The family of Konoa Wilson will receive $30 million from the city of San Diego after the 16-year-old was shot and killed by a police officer in January while fleeing gunfire. Carter Evans reports.
Video shows officers finding Luigi Mangione
New York prosecutors released never-before-seen bodycam video of the moment Altoona, Pennsylvania, police officers found Luigi Mangione at a McDonald's last December following a five-day manhunt. Mangione is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last December and has pleaded not guilty.
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Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
Russian Soyuz crews are now spending eight months aboard the space station instead of six to stretch supplies and lower costs.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
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Trump says he's crushing inflation
President Trump told the crowd at a Pennsylvania rally that he's crushing inflation despite Americans voicing affordability concerns. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more details.
Lawmakers threaten to withhold Hegseth funds
Democratic lawmakers are putting pressure on Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to release the remaining Sept. 2 boat strikes video for more transparency on the operation near Venezuela. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump celebrates his economic policies
President Trump visited Pennsylvania to discuss his economic policies, which he says have benefited Americans despite affordability concerns. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
Singer-songwriter Sombr is up for Best New Artist of the Year at the Grammy Awards. He was the only writer on his debut album, "I Barely Know Her." He spoke to Anthony Mason about where his journey began and his whirlwind year.
Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.