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.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
As health care costs skyrocket and federal lawmakers pull back help on ACA insurance premiums, more middle-income families are facing tough choices on health care.
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Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The highest-ranked American in the men's downhill was Kyle Negomir, who finished 10th.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Which countries and athletes have the most Olympic medals of all time?
While the U.S. is on top of the overall Olympic medal count, it is not the country that dominates winter sports like the 2026 Milano Cortina Games in Italy.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Where you can watch the 2026 Winter Olympics live
Don't miss a moment of the Winter Olympics. Here's how to watch live, for free and stream the action without cable.
Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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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.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities say they're "aware of a new message" in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Suspect in 1994 murder of Colombian soccer star killed in Mexico
Andres Escobar was gunned down in Medellin days after scoring an own goal in a match against the U.S. at the 1994 World Cup.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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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
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.
Officials shut down man's free bus rides
After a licensed school bus driver finished his route, he decided to help after seeing lots of other children walking to school in the cold. As Tony Dokoupil reports, the offer was short-lived.
Olympics kick off with opening ceremony in Milan
The opening ceremony marked the official start of the 2026 Winter Olympics with celebrations at Milan's San Siro Stadium and at venues in Predazzo, Livigno and Cortina d'Ampezzo. Seth Doane reports.
What to know about high-stakes Super Bowl security
With less than 48 hours until kickoff for Super Bowl LX, security preparations are already in motion. Kris Van Cleave has a preview.