Trump and Iran deal
President Trump wants to renegotiate the 2015 agreement to freeze Iran's nuclear program in exchange for lifting financial sanctions. He wants a long-term deal with more stringent terms. Margaret Brennan reports.
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Nikki Haley on Trump's U.N. address
Nikki Haley, U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, joins "CBS This Morning" from midtown Manhattan to discuss President Trump's defiant address to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday. She explains what Mr. Trump's comments on the Iran nuclear deal signal and why he doesn't want war with North Korea.
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In his address to the U.N. General Assembly, President Trump said the U.S. "cannot abide" by the agreement "if it provides cover" for Iran to eventually construct a nuclear program. Watch his remarks.
Robert Gates served eight U.S. presidents in both parties as defense secretary and CIA director
Robert Gates served eight U.S. presidents in both parties as defense secretary and CIA director. He is now president of the Boy Scouts of America. Gates joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new book, “A Passion for Leadership: Lessons on Change and Reform from Fifty Years of Public Service," and the U.S.-Iran prisoner swap.
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Four Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, were released in a landmark prisoner swap with Iran Saturday; after five months of waiting, panda lovers finally got to see Bei Bei the baby panda up close and in person Saturday
Now that they're out of Iranian custody, five Americans released Saturday are beginning their trips back to the U.S.
Now that they're out of Iranian custody, five Americans released Saturday are beginning their trips back to the U.S. Elizabeth Palmer has details.
Four Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, were released in a landmark prisoner swap with Iran Saturday
Four Americans, including Washington Post reporter Jason Rezaian, were released in a landmark prisoner swap with Iran Saturday. A fifth American was released separately. As Charlie D'Agata reports, the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog also confirmed Iran has met its obligations of the nuclear deal it reached with six world powers.
#StopIranDeal, politicians stump at Iran deal rally, and more stories you're clicking on
#StopIranDeal, politicians stump at Iran deal rally, and more stories you're clicking on.
The White House is a step closer to stopping the Iran nuclear deal from being killed in the Senate
The White House is a step closer to stopping the Iran nuclear deal from being killed in the Senate, as 31 Democratic senators now support the agreement. The White House needs 34 votes to prevent Republicans from sinking the accord. Former Vice President Dick Cheney and his daughter, Liz, join “CBS This Morning” for their first live interview about their new book, “Exceptional: Why the World Needs a Powerful America,” which condemns President Obama’s policy.
Wildfires rage out West, Sen. Menendez opposes Iran deal, and more stories you're clicking on
Wildfires rage out West, Sen. Menendez opposes Iran deal, and more stories you're clicking on
N.J. Sen. Robert Menendez became the latest Democratic senator to voice his opposition to a deal that limits Iran's nuclear program
N.J. Sen. Robert Menendez became the latest Democratic senator to voice his opposition to a deal that limits Iran's nuclear program. CBS News State Dept. correspondent Margaret Brennan spoke to CBSN about the growing opposition.
Secretary of State John Kerry tells "The CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley why the U.S. didn't include the American prisoners being held in Iran in the nuclear negotiations
Secretary of State John Kerry tells "The CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley why the U.S. didn't include the American prisoners being held in Iran in the nuclear negotiations. Kerry also said that he brought up the status of the Americans at every meeting with his Iranian conterparts during the talks.
Senator Chuck Schumer is breaking ranks among Democrats by expressing his opposition to the administration's nuclear deal with Iran
Senator Chuck Schumer is breaking ranks among Democrats by expressing his opposition to the administration's nuclear deal with Iran. CBS News correspondent Nancy Cordes explains how Schumer's position could impact the deal's consideration in Congress.
WorldView: Jordan royal family feud cools
One of the most serious political crises in Jordan's history has been resolved following discussions between the country's royal family. More than 1,800 inmates have escaped from a prison in Nigeria, and North Korea has pulled out of the Olympic Games in Tokyo. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with these stories and more.
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss the issues lawmakers are considering before they vote to approve or disapprove of the nuclear deal with Iran in September
CBS News Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News Senior National Security Analyst Juan Zarate discuss the issues lawmakers are considering before they vote to approve or disapprove of the nuclear deal with Iran in September
The Israeli government and some of his Republican rivals say the former Arkansas governor went too far
Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee is refusing to apologize after using a Holocaust reference to criticize the Iran nuclear deal. The Israeli government and some of his Republican rivals say the former Arkansas governor went too far. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Calling President Obama "naive," presidential candidate Sen. Lindsey Graham compared Mr. Obama's actions in the Iran nuclear deal to former British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain's appeasement of Nazi Germany before World War II. Watch the full segment on "CBS This Morning."
Now that the Iran nuclear deal has been finalized, President Obama faces the challenge of convincing skeptics the deal is a good idea
Now that the Iran nuclear deal has been finalized, President Obama faces the challenge of convincing skeptics the deal is a good idea. "Face the Nation" host John Dickerson joins CBSN to discuss the deal.
The 91-year-old is in stable condition at the Maine Medical Center in Portland
Former President George H.W. Bush hurt himself on Wednesday after a fall in his vacation home in Maine. The 91-year-old is in stable condition at the Maine Medical Center in Portland. Bill Plante reports.
In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Scott Pelley, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu calls the Iran nuclear agreement an historically bad deal
In an interview with CBS Evening News anchor Scott Pelley, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu calls the Iran nuclear agreement an historically bad deal.
Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid says lawmakers are taking sides before they’ve seen the fine print of the deal
An historic international agreement to limit Iran's nuclear program is hitting a buzzsaw of criticism. Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid says lawmakers are taking sides before they’ve seen the fine print of the deal. President Obama says the deal will keep the world safer. Nancy Cordes reports on how the president’s allies are already lobbying.
Fiorina says it is time for a citizen leader to become president instead of a career politician
There are 15 Republican candidates in the race for the presidential nomination. Fiorina, who was one of the first contenders to announce her White House bid, says it is time for a citizen leader to become president instead of a career politician. The former Hewlett-Packard CEO and the first woman to lead a top 50 company was also a former Senate candidate in California. Fiorina joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what makes her a strong 2016 candidate.
WorldView: Deadly Taiwan train crash
In today's WorldView roundup: At least 48 people have died in Taiwan's deadliest train crash in decades. Investigators say they've uncovered evidence of a massacre in Ethiopia. And world powers are set to discuss a possible U.S. return to the Iran nuclear deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with those and other headlines.
U.S. and Iran to hold indirect talks
This week, intermediaries will meet in Vienna to begin indirect negotiations on efforts to get the U.S. and Iran back into compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, which the Trump administration pulled out of in 2018. Barak Ravid, Axios contributor and author of "Axios from Tel Aviv," joins CBSN AM to discuss.
There are strong signs of a breakthrough in the nuclear negotiations with Iran over one of the most contested issues: sanctions.
There are strong signs of a breakthrough in the nuclear negotiations with Iran over one of the most contested issues: sanctions. Margaret Brennan discusses the details with Jim Axelrod.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived a U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
Four protesters have been arrested after splattering food on the case of a diamond-encrusted crown at the Tower of London.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
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Trump's birthday added to list of free days at national parks; MLK Day, Juneteenth removed
The change to the schedule comes shortly after the Trump administration announced new fees for non-resident visitors.
Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
National Guard member is "slowly healing" after D.C. shooting, governor says
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said the family expects Andrew Wolfe to be in acute care for another two to three weeks.
When a Lowe's store cat disappeared, staff pulled out all the stops to find her
When Francine the cat went missing from her Richmond, Virginia, store, employees determined she must have wandered onto a freight truck bound for a distribution center 85 miles away in North Carolina.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
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For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
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U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
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Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado to travel to Oslo for peace prize
Maria Corina Machado has been living in hiding in Venezuela since the 2024 presidential election.
11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
Over a dozen people were wounded and taken to the hospital, the South African Police Services said in a statement.
Protesters arrested after smearing food on case holding England's Crown Jewels
Four protesters have been arrested after splattering food on the case of a diamond-encrusted crown at the Tower of London.
Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Russia targets Ukraine with massive drone attack amid diplomatic talks
Russia launched a huge attack on Ukraine overnight as the country marked Armed Forces Day on Saturday, Ukraine's air force said.
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Prominent U.S. playwright arrested in Japan for alleged ecstasy smuggling
Japanese officials said Jeremy O Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play," was arrested on the island of Okinawa on Nov. 16.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
Frank Gehry, renowned architect, dies at age 96
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
2026 Golden Globes nominees to be revealed on "CBS Mornings"
Eleven exclusive 2026 Golden Globes categories will be revealed Monday at 8:30 a.m. ET, only on "CBS Mornings."
Book excerpt: "My Beloved" by Jan Karon
The New York Times bestselling author returns to the village of Mitford in her 15th novel featuring Father Tim Kavanagh.
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Waymo says its cars are better at avoiding crashes
Waymo has released new data showing its robotaxis were involved in 91% fewer serious crashes when compared to human drivers. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook rode along in a Waymo with Politico economic policy reporter Yasmin Khorram to unpack the report.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
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.
Google reveals top search trends of 2025
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," and the longest government shutdown in U.S. history ranked among Google's top search trends this year.
Politico: Trump admin. looks to robotics
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
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"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
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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
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Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
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Questions remain after D.C. pipe bomb arrest
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Officials in Louisiana say one of two inmates accused of violent crimes was recaptured after an audacious escape.
D.C. pipe bomb case: What we still don't know
A judge ordered that the man accused of planting pipe bombs placed outside the Democratic and Republican National Committee headquarters in 2021 remain behind bars. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
New video in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting
Prosecutors have released new surveillance footage showing the lead-up to the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the immediate aftermath. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
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Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
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President Trump and other world leaders participated in the FIFA Men's World Cup draw on Friday. Meanwhile, Catherine, Princess of Wales, hosted her annual Christmas concert. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
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Grijalva says she was pepper sprayed by ICE
Democratic Rep. Adelita Grijalva of Arizona said Friday she was pepper-sprayed by ICE during a raid at a Tucson restaurant. A Homeland Security spokesperson denied Grijalva's account.