Clapper: Trump informant was "benign"
Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper discusses President Trump's claims that a "spy" infiltrated his campaign, as well as the on-and-off again plans for a summit with North Korea.
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James Clapper on Trump, Russia and the intel community
Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, a man not given to publicity, sits down with national security correspondent David Martin to discuss his new book, "Facts and Fears: Hard Truths from a Life in Intelligence," in which he defends the men and women of America's intelligence community from assaults on their mission, including from President Donald Trump.
5/27: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," moderator Margaret Brennan interviews Sen. Marco Rubio, former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, and Rep. Mark Meadows. Plus, CBS News' Ben Tracy files a report on his visit as the only network correspondent inside North Korea.
Clapper: Comey firing was "shabby"
President Trump says he'll choose that new FBI director before the end of this week. The Justice Department interviewed eight possible replacements over the weekend. Jeff Pegues spoke to former National Intelligence Director James Clapper, who was blunt in his assessment of James Comey's firing.
Intel battle analysis
James Clapper, the outgoing Director of National Intelligence, spoke with President-elect Trump, just hours after Trump said that intelligence officials were spreading lies about him. Frank Cilluffo, Associate Vice President at The George Washington University, and Senior Fellow in National Security Affairs at The Heritage Foundation Peter Brookes join "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Trump and intel
National Intelligence Director James Clapper called President-elect Donald Trump to denounce the unverified report that claims Russia has compromising information on Trump. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett explains on CBSN.
Intelligence on Russian hack
President-elect Donald Trump meets face-to-face with the leaders of intelligence agencies that he has challenged for weeks. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper told the Senate Armed Services Committee that a new investigation makes him even more convinced of Russia's role in the election-related hacking. Nancy Cordes reports.
Hack hearing analysis
U.S. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper told a Senate hearing today that Russia had multiple motives in a cyberattack related to the U.S. presidential election. The New York Times' Mark Leibovich discusses on CBSN.
Intel. director interview
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper sat down with "CBS This Morning" co-anchor Charlie Rose to discuss concerns over voting fraud and the threat of hacking from Russia. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has an excerpt from the interview.
National Intelligence Director James Clapper says it's likely that foreign hackers are spying on American presidential candidates
National Intelligence Director James Clapper says it's likely that foreign hackers are spying on American presidential candidates. CBS News Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues explains.
James Clapper also described how Iran is backing Iraqi forces in their attempt to take back the city of Tikrit from ISIS
President Obama's Director of National Intelligence James Clapper said Monday night on "Charlie Rose" that Iran producing nuclear weapons is about politics, not capabilities. He said the decision is up to the country's leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Clapper also described how Iran is backing Iraqi forces in their attempt to take back the city of Tikrit from ISIS. Charlie Rose reports.
Why former officials keep security clearances
The White House says President Trump is considering taking away security clearances from some former top intelligence officials. CBS News senior national security contributor and former CIA Acting Director Michael Morell speaks to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about why officials keep their clearance after leaving office.
"Brennan wife and kids": Mail bomb suspect's internet searches revealed
Cesar Sayoc allegedly searched for his victims and their families
Package bomb suspect is a Florida Trump supporter
Cesar Sayoc, 56, is accused of sending bombs to prominent Democrats and vocal opponents of President Trump
Package bomb suspect arrested, charged with 5 federal crimes
FBI Director Chris Wray identifies suspect as Cesar Sayoc, who was arrested in Florida
2 more suspicious packages found
Police have found two more suspicious packages Friday morning that were sent to critics of President Trump. That brings the total number to 12. One of them in New York was sent to former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper. Another one was found at a U.S. mail facility near Miami addressed to Democratic Sen. Cory Booker. Jeff Pegues reports.
Suspicious packages sent to Sen. Cory Booker, James Clapper - live updates
FBI says package sent to New Jersey senator similar to 10 others sent to prominent Democrats, critics of President Trump
Ex-NSA chief says he never discussed collusion with Trump
In rare public remarks, ex-National Security Agency Director and Cyber Command chief Adm. Mike Rogers rejects reports Trump asked him to deny Russian collusion
Trump links yanking John Brennan's security clearance to Russia probe
President tells Wall Street Journal investigation is "rigged witch hunt" and ex-CIA chief Brennan and others "led it"
Trump considering revoking security clearances from 6 ex-officials
Sarah Sanders said the president is looking at mechanisms to remove clearances of former Obama-era intel officials
Security clearances: How do they work?
The White House said Monday that they were examining the security clearances of a number of employees
Trump considering revoking critics' clearances
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders told reporters at Monday's briefing that the president is "exploring" taking away the security clearances of a variety of former intelligence officials over their comments on the president's claims on Russian interference. Among those under consideration are John Brennan, James Comey, James Clapper and Michael Hayden.
Trump slams former intel chiefs
In an exclusive White House interview with "CBS Evening News," President Trump attacked the former leadership of America's intelligence agencies, saying he "can't have any confidence in the past, taking aim at several individuals who have since left the intelligence community. " I have no confidence in a guy like [former CIA chief John] Brennan, I think he's a total lowlife," the president said.
Clapper says we are in "a real test of our resilience as a country"
On this week's "Intelligence Matters," the former Director of National Intelligence says why he feels he needs to "speak up"
U.S.-N. Korean summit may still take place
"Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins CBSN with news that President Trump may still meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on June 12. Brennan spoke with former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper, who said that the two nations should attempt to normalize communications to help determine what sort of outcomes each side would expect from this summit.
Trump says he will raise global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court decision
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
Man shot, killed at Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
A man in his early 20s was shot and killed early Sunday morning after an "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
Maps show winter storm forecast bring snow, blizzard conditions to East Coast
Blizzard warnings were issued Saturday for New York City, New Jersey and coastal communities along the East Coast.
Records show ICE agent fatally shot U.S. citizen nearly a year ago in Texas
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
France to summon U.S. ambassador over comments on Quentin Deranque's death
The U.S. State Department's Counterterrorism Bureau shared a post on X about Quentin Deranque, a far-right activist, who died of brain injuries after being beaten.
DHS suspending TSA PreCheck, Global Entry programs amid partial shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection "are prioritizing the general traveling population at our airports and ports of entry and suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
NASA's moon rocket hit by new problem expected to bump flight to April
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
All 9 avalanche victims recovered from California's Sierra Nevada, sheriff says
All nine avalanche victims have been recovered from California's Sierra Nevada, Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said Saturday at a news conference.
Rondale Moore, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, dies at age 25
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at the age of 25 at a residence in New Albany, Indiana, authorities reported Saturday.
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Remembering The Rev. Jesse Jackson, an American original
"Sunday Morning" looks back on the life of the Baptist minister, civil rights leader and social justice activist, whose trailblazing presidential campaigns, built on a message of economic support and faith-based compassion, fostered his so-called "Rainbow Coalition."
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
Man shot, killed at Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
A man in his early 20s was shot and killed early Sunday morning after an "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
DHS suspending TSA PreCheck, Global Entry programs amid partial shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection are "suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
Cell phone app, security video critical in helping solve teen's murder
In April 2024, college student Sade Robinson, 19, went on a first date and never came home. Her car was found set on fire 3 miles from her apartment. Using data from an app on her phone, law enforcement began to piece together where she went — and who she was with.
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Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
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Man shot, killed at Mar-a-Lago perimeter, Secret Service says
A man in his early 20s was shot and killed early Sunday morning after an "unauthorized entry" into the secure perimeter at President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate, the U.S. Secret Service said.
France to summon U.S. ambassador over comments on Quentin Deranque's death
The U.S. State Department's Counterterrorism Bureau shared a post on X about Quentin Deranque, a far-right activist, who died of brain injuries after being beaten.
DHS suspending TSA PreCheck, Global Entry programs amid partial shutdown
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection are "suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
Records show ICE agent fatally shot U.S. citizen nearly a year ago in Texas
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
Trump says he will raise global tariffs to 15% after Supreme Court decision
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
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How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jonathan LaPook talks with David Oshinsky, author of "Polio: An American Story," and with violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman, who contracted polio as a child, about how parents opting out of vaccinations for their children could affect polio rates here.
Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Cop's shortness of breath was the only sign of rare lung disorder
Travis Corbitt's struggles to breathe led to his retirement and reliance on an oxygen tank.
Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
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France to summon U.S. ambassador over comments on Quentin Deranque's death
The U.S. State Department's Counterterrorism Bureau shared a post on X about Quentin Deranque, a far-right activist, who died of brain injuries after being beaten.
U.S.-born skier Eileen Gu defends Olympic ski halfpipe gold at Winter Games
The 22-year-old Gu, American-born but competing for her mother's homeland of China, is already the most decorated freeskier in the short history of the sport at the Olympics.
Kaillie Humphries Armbruster of U.S. wins record-tying sixth Olympic bobsled medal
Kaillie Humphries Armbruster won her sixth career Olympic medal, tying fellow American Elana Meyers Taylor for the most by any woman in bobsled history.
Jordan Stolz is 4th in the last Olympic speedskating race after winning gold
U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz finished fourth in his last race after winning two golds and a silver.
At least 5 killed, including American, in a string of avalanches in Austria
An American was among the five recovered dead after the avalanche, police said.
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Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Academy Award-winning actor Robert Duvall.
The legacy of the Studio Museum in Harlem
In 1968, a group of artists, activists, and community members founded the Studio Museum in Harlem. It was a space not just for displaying works celebrating the contributions of African-American artists, but also to foster up-and-coming artists through a residency program. Now, following a seven-year, $160 million renovation, the Studio Museum has reopened. Nancy Giles pays a visit.
Say She She performs "Under the Sun"
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Under the Sun."
Say She She performs "Cut & Rewind"
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Cut & Rewind."
Say She She performs "Disco Life"
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Disco Life."
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Robots can help amid nursing home staffing crisis
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
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.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
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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.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
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Cell phone app, security video critical in helping solve teen's murder
In April 2024, college student Sade Robinson, 19, went on a first date and never came home. Her car was found set on fire 3 miles from her apartment. Using data from an app on her phone, law enforcement began to piece together where she went — and who she was with.
Ex-Army recruiter blamed wife for his demotion. Did he kill her for revenge?
Cati Blauvelt was discovered in an abandoned South Carolina farmhouse in 2016 — a broken knife blade inside her body. Almost immediately, her friends had one suspect in mind: John Blauvelt, her estranged husband, a once-respected Army recruiter.
Former "American Idol" contestant charged in wife's murder in Ohio
Caleb Flynn, 37, appeared in season 12 of "American Idol." He was arrested by Tipp City police last week and charged with murder, assault and tampering with evidence.
3 men suspected of shipping opium poppy to the U.S. arrested in Spain
Police in Spain seized a stash of about 1,161 pounds of Papaver somniferum, also known as opium poppy.
New Mexico AG reopens Epstein ranch probe
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into activities at a ranch once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
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NASA's moon rocket hit by new problem, flight pushed to April
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
Report criticizes NASA Boeing Starliner trip
An internal investigation is blasting NASA's handling of the first piloted flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft in 2024. The flight left two astronauts stuck on the International Space Station for nearly a year. The investigation found the flight was plagued by potentially life-threatening technical and management failures.
Cosmologist on UFO files
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
New NASA boss criticizes agency over Starliner
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including Academy Award-winning actor Robert Duvall.
Remembering The Rev. Jesse Jackson
Mark Whitaker looks back on the life of The Rev. Jesse Jackson, the Baptist minister, civil rights leader and social justice activist, whose trailblazing presidential campaigns, built on a message of economic support and faith-based compassion, fostered his so-called "Rainbow Coalition."
Athletes describe emotional journeys at Winter Olympics
As the Milano Cortina Winter Games draw to a close, skiers Mikaela Shiffrin and Breezy Johnson, figure skater Ilia Malinin, and bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor talk about the Olympic-level pressure they endured in their quest for gold, while grappling with a vast range of emotions on the world's biggest sports stage. Seth Doane reports.
The legacy of the Studio Museum in Harlem
In 1968, a group of artists, activists, and community members founded the Studio Museum in Harlem. It was a space not just for displaying works celebrating the contributions of African-American artists, but also to foster up-and-coming artists through a residency program. Now, following a seven-year, $160 million renovation, the Studio Museum has reopened. Nancy Giles pays a visit.
Almanac: February 22
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.