Trump says Ukraine "may be Russian someday," as he eyes mineral wealth
Trump wants Ukraine to sign a deal with the U.S. guaranteeing access to its mineral resources, but Ukraine wants some guarantees of its own.
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The ramifications of Trump's Gaza plan
President Trump has said the U.S. is committed to buying and owning the Gaza Strip, despite the Palestinian Authority saying the land is not for sale. Matthew Kroenig, an expert with the Atlantic Council, joins CBS News to assess Trump's plans for the future of the Palestinian territory.
Is it usual for White House to slam judges?
President Trump has been in office for less than a month, and several of his executive actions have already faced scrutiny in federal court. On Sunday, Vice President Vance wrote in part on social media: "Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power." CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins to examine the pushback.
Vance questions authority of judicial system
Vice President Vance landed in Europe on Monday for an artificial intelligence summit after questioning the authority of the U.S. judicial system in a social media post. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more from Paris. Then, Dave Weigel, politics reporter for Semafor, and Sabrina Rodriguez, national political reporter for The Washington Post, join to unpack Vance's comments.
Vice President Vance in Paris for AI summit
Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Paris as world leaders and tech CEO's gather in the French capital for a two-day summit on artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Elaine Cobbe has more.
Vance to meet with Ukraine's Zelenskyy
CBS News has learned that Vice President JD Vance is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Munich Security Conference later this week. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports.
Vance flexes political power in new role
Republican senators cite Vice President JD Vance as a key negotiator in moving President Trump's nominees out of committee and reassuring wavering senators.
Vance pushing to confirm Trump nominees
Two of President Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks are moving forward to a full Senate vote, and Vice President JD Vance appears to have played a role in their advancing. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Caitlin Huey-Burns report.
Vance to attend global AI summit in Paris for first international trip as VP
JD Vance is traveling to the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris for his first international trip as vice president.
Marking 2 years since Ohio train derailment
Two years to the day since a disastrous train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border, a new lawsuit alleges the crash caused the deaths of several people. Norfolk Southern Railroad, the company involved in the crash, has agreed to pay millions in clean-up efforts and medical testing following a separate lawsuit. CBS News Pittsburgh reporter Chris Hoffman is in East Palestine, where Vice President JD Vance visited Monday.
Trump addresses supporters, touts plans
Donald Trump addressed the overflow crowd at the Capitol after being sworn in as the 47th president of the U.S. Mr. Trump blasted former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her role in protecting Capitol Hill on Jan. 6, 2021. The president also praised Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's efforts as a massive overhaul of immigration policy and border security measures at the U.S.-Mexico border is expected. The CBS News team breaks down the biggest takeaways from Trump's second address on Day 1 of his second term.
Trump delivers inauguration address
President Trump delivered his inauguration address at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Mr. Trump called for the end of the "unfair weaponization" of the Justice Department and called himself a peacemaker on the world stage. Mr. Trump vowed to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and laid out his priorities to secure the U.S.-Mexico border to combat illegal immigration.
14th Amendment explained
President Trump's executive order ending birthright citizenship is on temporary hold after a federal judge last week called it "blatantly unconstitutional." Birthright citizenship derives from section one of the 14th Amendment. Amanda Frost, professor at the University of Virginia School of Law, joins CBS News to take a closer look at the legal battle.
Vance blasts U.S. Catholic bishops condemning ICE entering churches and schools
Vice President JD Vance said in his first interview that the bishops might be more "worried about their bottom line."
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 26, 2025
The following is the transcript of an interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 26, 2025.
Open: "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 26, 2025
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Vice President JD Vance gives his first interview since taking office. Plus, Republican Rep. Mike Turner and Democratic Rep. Jason Crow join.
9 highlights from JD Vance's first interview since taking office
Vice President JD Vance spoke to "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" in his first interview since taking office.
JD Vance defends Trump on birthright citizenship, says the U.S. should "look out for the interests of our citizens first"
Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. doesn't have to have "the dumbest immigration policy in the world" simply because the nation was founded by immigrants.
Transcript: Vice President JD Vance on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 26, 2025
The following is the full transcript of an interview with Vice President JD Vance on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Jan. 26, 2025.
Vice President JD Vance's first interview | Face the Nation
In his first interview since taking office, Vice President JD Vance sits down the Face the Nation's Margaret Brennan to discuss the Trump Administration's agenda.
Pete Hegseth confirmed as defense secretary
The Senate voted Friday to confirm former Fox News host and military veteran Pete Hegseth as the next secretary of defense. Vice President JD Vance broke a 50-50 tie to confirm Hegseth after three Republican senators voted against his nomination.
Where does the VP live? Inside the second-in-command's official house
1 Observatory Circle in northwest D.C. has been home for vice presidents from Walter Mondale to Kamala Harris and now JD Vance.
Trump's second inauguration explained
President Trump's second inauguration marks a new chapter in a period of political turmoil in the U.S. As Mr. Trump's guests await an exclusive lunch to celebrate the 47th president, the CBS News team breaks down some of the memorable moments from the inauguration.
Trump, Vance sworn in at inauguration
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance have been sworn in moments after officially taking office at noon on the dot. Chief Justice John Roberts swore in Mr. Trump after Justice Brett Kavanaugh swore in Vance.
Prayers at Trump's inauguration
Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Rev. Franklin Graham prayed for President-elect Donald Trump before he was sworn in as the 47th president during his inauguration in Washington, D.C.
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Trump defends war with Iran as conflict widens
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
Noem faces bipartisan criticism of immigration record at Senate hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced skepticism from both sides of the aisle at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
Witkoff: Iran said it had enough enriched uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that Iranian negotiators said Iran had the "inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel."
The DOJ has been taking down Epstein files. Here's what remains.
The massive tranche of files the Justice Department currently maintains is more than 65,000 pages shorter than what the agency initially released.
DOJ reverses course, will now defend Trump executive orders targeting law firms
The Justice Dept. said in a court filing it seeks to withdraw its motion to voluntarily dismiss appeals of court decisions invalidating executive orders targeting four law firms.
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Military officials question fortifications at site where U.S. troops were killed
The first American service members to die in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran were killed in an apparent Iranian drone attack on a makeshift office space in Kuwait, sources told CBS News.
Jury finds father of accused Georgia school shooter guilty on all charges
The jury has found Colin Gray, the man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers in a shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, guilty of second-degree murder and all other charges.
Why is the U.S. attacking Iran? Here's what Trump has said.
President Trump on Monday listed four reasons why the U.S. launched its attack on Iran, initiating what he said he expects to be a weeks-long war.
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Witkoff: Iran said it had enough enriched uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that Iranian negotiators said Iran had the "inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel."
DOJ reverses course, will now defend Trump executive orders targeting law firms
The Justice Dept. said in a court filing it seeks to withdraw its motion to voluntarily dismiss appeals of court decisions invalidating executive orders targeting four law firms.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
The DOJ has been taking down Epstein files. Here's what remains.
The massive tranche of files the Justice Department currently maintains is more than 65,000 pages shorter than what the agency initially released.
Gas prices across the U.S. jump 11 cents per gallon, AAA says
Crude oil prices are surging due to the Iran war, pushing up prices at the pump across the U.S., according to AAA.
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Gas prices across the U.S. jump 11 cents per gallon, AAA says
Crude oil prices are surging due to the Iran war, pushing up prices at the pump across the U.S., according to AAA.
Target posts another quarter of slipping sales, touts signs of improvement
Target reported another quarter of lower sales and profits as the discounter struggles to regain its footing in an environment where it has faced still-high inflation and shopper boycotts.
Stocks pare early losses as investors assess implications of war in Iran
U.S. financial markets are rebounding after shedding more than 1,200 points in earlier trading on Tuesday.
Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
Stocks set to slide as investors focus on the Iran war's impact on oil
Airline stocks were among Monday's biggest losers, and their declines are poised to continue on Tuesday, data shows.
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DOJ reverses course, will now defend Trump executive orders targeting law firms
The Justice Dept. said in a court filing it seeks to withdraw its motion to voluntarily dismiss appeals of court decisions invalidating executive orders targeting four law firms.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
The DOJ has been taking down Epstein files. Here's what remains.
The massive tranche of files the Justice Department currently maintains is more than 65,000 pages shorter than what the agency initially released.
Panel reviewing Trump ballroom plans will also hear from skeptical commenters
At a meeting this week, the National Capital Planning Commission will be hearing from about 100 people who are expected to register their dismay over Trump's plans for a White House ballroom addition.
Noem faces bipartisan criticism of immigration record at Senate hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced skepticism from both sides of the aisle at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
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States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
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Beijing braces for economic impact as Iran war threatens Chinese oil
China is the largest importer of energy in the world, and the disruption to oil imports caused by the conflict could be a potential Achilles' heel for Beijing.
Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
Stocks set to slide as investors focus on the Iran war's impact on oil
Airline stocks were among Monday's biggest losers, and their declines are poised to continue on Tuesday, data shows.
Americans urged to leave 14 Middle East countries amid Iran war
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Crocodile found near family's home — 1,200 miles from its habitat
Authorities were initially skeptical of the reported find but had caught the elusive reptile by Sunday night.
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How families can change their habits
Bestselling author Michaeleen Doucleff offers science-backed tips on how families can curb their screen time and cut back on ultraprocessed foods. She explains how her new book, which is aimed at rewiring children's brains, began with a personal revelation.
Luke Grimes on "Marshals"
Actor Luke Grimes talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Marshals." Grimes reveals why he was hesitant to join the cast at first and what it was like to have his new song "Haunted" to play in the premiere episode.
Preview of UFC 326: Holloway vs. Oliveira
UFC commentator Laura Sanko joins "CBS Mornings" to preview Saturday's UFC fight where defending champion Max Holloway will take on Charles Oliveira for the BMF title.
Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
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Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
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.
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Durbin presses Noem on Pretti, Good killings
Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois pressed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem about her comments after the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during immigration protests in Minneapolis.
Alleged school shooter's dad convicted
A jury found Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School student accused of shooting and killing two students and two teachers, guilty of all charges, including second-degree murder, on Tuesday. This marks the third time a parent has been charged for connection to a mass shooting. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest.
Noem's opening statement before Senate panel
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blasted the current funding lapse affecting her department during her opening statement before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Noem also touted the operations at DHS under the Trump administration despite mounting scrutiny over her handling of the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Colin Gray: Jury finds father of accused Georgia school shooter guilty on all charges
The jury has found Colin Gray, the man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers in a shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, guilty of second-degree murder and all other charges.
Video shows Clintons being deposed on Epstein
Video of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton being deposed by the House Oversight Committee has been released. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports on what the Clintons said about their knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's dealings.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Kelly on U.S. justification to strike Iran
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly questioned Under Secretary of Defense Elbridge Colby about the U.S. justification to join Israel in starting a war with Iran.
Trump, Germany's Merz meet in Oval Office
While taking questions during an Oval Office meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, President Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu didn't force his hand in striking Iran. "If anything, I might have forced Israel's hand," Mr. Trump told reporters.
Democrats challenge Noem on Minnesota raids
Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem faced questioning on Tuesday over the immigration operations in Minnesota. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Tillis scolds Noem for leadership "disaster"
North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis erupted during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing about the Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday, scolding Kristi Noem for what he called a "disaster" under her leadership.
Questions arise over dead troops in Kuwait
Some U.S. military officials questioned the use of a makeshift office space in Kuwait where service members were killed in an airstrike after the Iran war erupted, sources say. CBS News national security coordinating producer James LaPorta has more.