Clapper: Trump informant "most benign form of information gathering"
Clapper tells “Face the Nation” that the DNI would not have known about FBI informants during his time in the Obama administration
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Clapper joined us to discuss President Trump's attacks on the intelligence community, the use of informants and North Korea
James Clapper on North Korea, Trump, and Russia's attack on U.S. elections
The former Director of National Intelligence and author of "Facts and Fears" talks about defending the intelligence community from the President of the United States
Book excerpt: "Facts and Fears" by James Clapper
In his new book the former Director of National Intelligence writes of his family's history in military intelligence
Commentary: The plot against Donald Trump
Why the "deep state" conspiracy theory embraced by the president is more shocking than it looks at first glance
Clapper, Brennan slam Trump over comments on Russian meddling
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How China could get a perch between the U.S. and Europe
How flawed analyses gave China an opportunity to gain influence on a strategically prized chain of islands in the North Atlantic
Trump tweets cryptically about James Clapper
Trump focused his attention to Clapper after the former DNI chief questioned his ability to lead
Clapper fears Trump's access to nuclear codes
If Trump lashes out at North Korea's leader, "there's actually very little to stop him," Clapper said
Alleged Trump campaign links to Russia worse than Watergate, says ex-U.S. intel chief
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Clapper: Handling of Comey's firing "pretty shabby"
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Yates: I warned W.H. that Flynn could be blackmailed
Yates' comments come after providing over 3 hours of testimony before a Senate Judiciary subcommittee on Russian interference in the 2016 election
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The former acting AG testifies Monday about what she told the White House about top Trump adviser Michael Flynn
House Intel invites Obama officials to testify on Russian investigation
The hearing would be the first one on Russian meddling scheduled since its first public one in March
Lawmakers demand evidence for Trump's wiretap claim
House intelligence committee is asking Trump administration to prove unfounded claim that the phones at Trump Tower were tapped during the campaign
How it happened: A timeline of Trump's wiretapping accusation
“The president, based on his information and belief, has said that we were surveilled," said Kellyanne Conway
Trump rips intel memo's "phony allegations"
President-elect lashes out against the "failed spy" and "sleazebag political operatives" who were the source of the memo
New details on how the Trump intelligence story came to life
The dossier with unsubstantiated claims was compiled by Christopher Steele, a British ex-spy
Spy chief responds to Trump claim that intel community was leaker
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper says he told president-elect he doesn't think leaks about unverified report on Trump came from intel agencies
Strong DNI needed for better national security, experts say
Former DNI Adm. Dennis Blair told CBS News "you need to have somebody in charge" in matters of life and death
Is Trump's critique of intel community misplaced?
New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger weighs in on how the president-elect has doubt on Russia's involvement in cyberattacks
Low morale in intel community amid criticism from Trump
Intelligence officials say tension is palpable as Trump prepares to receive Russia hacking report
Intel leaders detail scope of Russian hacking ahead of report
The intelligence community is preparing a comprehensive report on Russia's interference in the election, which will be released early next week
Top U.S. intel officials say election hacking part of "multifaceted" Russian effort
The director of national intelligence, the NSA director and the undersecretary of defense for intelligence are testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee
Trump tweets about intelligence and WikiLeaks' Julian Assange
Clapper and Lindsey Graham responded to Trump's tweets about the intelligence community and Assange
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Trump asked GOP lawmakers if he should fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, sources say
President Trump has lashed out against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for weeks.
Trump calls Epstein controversy a "Hoax" and "bulls***"
President Trump said the ongoing controversy over his administration's handling of information related to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "Hoax" and "bulls***."
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Critics of Trump's presidential library fundraising say "there are no rules"
CBS News analysis finds that up to $63 million has been raised for Mr. Trump's future presidential library so far from legal settlements alone.
RFK Jr. ousts two Trump loyalists from HHS top ranks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired chief of staff Heather Flick Melanson and top policy adviser Hannah Anderson.
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Texas National Guard continues flood response with Czech team joining effort
Texas and the Czech Republic have had a military relationship since 1993 as part of the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program pairing states to train with countries around the world.
Arrest made in shooting of "American Idol" executive and her husband, police say
Police say that one person is in custody in connection with the shooting, which left "American Idol" executive Robin Kaye and her husband dead, according to a show spokesperson.
Georgia police dog dies after being left in hot patrol car
A police dog died Sunday in Georgia, after being left alone inside of her handler's hot patrol car without a working air conditioning system, authorities said.
Trump ally, ex-Brazil leader Jair Bolsonaro to face fate in coup trial
A prosecutor has asked Brazil's Supreme Court to find ex-president Jair Bolsonaro guilty of plotting a violent coup after a trial that saw President Trump try to intervene.
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Trump calls Epstein controversy a "Hoax" and "bulls***"
President Trump said the ongoing controversy over his administration's handling of information related to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "Hoax" and "bulls***."
Georgia police dog dies after being left in hot patrol car
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U.S. drug raids net $10 million in crypto linked to cartel, officials say
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National League wins All-Star Game in first-ever home run swing-off
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Grijalva wins Arizona Democratic House primary, Butierez wins GOP nomination
The late Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who is Adelita Grijalva's father, was one of the most senior and progressive power brokers on Capitol Hill.
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Trump asked GOP lawmakers if he should fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, sources say
President Trump has lashed out against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for weeks.
Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
Backers of the Genius Act, a potentially landmark bill that could help "stablecoins" go mainstream, say it would greatly speed electronic payments.
Federal judge halts CFPB rule to remove medical debt from credit reports
The ruling targets a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau rule that would have removed medical debt from 15 million credit reports.
How do you stop an AI model from turning Nazi? What the Grok drama reveals.
The latest Grok controversy is revealing not for the extremist outputs, but for how it exposes a fundamental dishonesty in AI development.
Which countries could Trump hit with 100% tariffs over ties with Russia?
More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
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Trump calls Epstein controversy a "Hoax" and "bulls***"
President Trump said the ongoing controversy over his administration's handling of information related to child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a "Hoax" and "bulls***."
RFK Jr. ousts two Trump loyalists from HHS top ranks
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Texas National Guard continues flood response with Czech team joining effort
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Trump asked GOP lawmakers if he should fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, sources say
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Critics of Trump's presidential library fundraising say "there are no rules"
CBS News analysis finds that up to $63 million has been raised for Mr. Trump's future presidential library so far from legal settlements alone.
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RFK Jr. ousts two Trump loyalists from HHS top ranks
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired chief of staff Heather Flick Melanson and top policy adviser Hannah Anderson.
States pass privacy laws to protect brain data collected by devices
Colorado, California, and Montana have passed neural data privacy laws meant to prevent the exploitation of brain information collected by consumer products.
Arkansas one of several states weighing fluoride ban
Arkansas State Sen. Bryan King has been trying to repeal a 2011 mandate that added fluoride to most public drinking water.
Popular yogurt recalled nationwide due to possible plastic pieces
Plastic pieces were discovered in the dome toppers of YoCrunch products, the FDA said in a recall alert.
The rise in body image concerns among kids
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Emma Watson banned from driving after she was caught speeding
"Harry Potter" actress Emma Watson was banned from driving for six months Wednesday after she was caught speeding.
Texas National Guard continues flood response with Czech team joining effort
Texas and the Czech Republic have had a military relationship since 1993 as part of the National Guard Bureau's State Partnership Program pairing states to train with countries around the world.
Skeleton of medieval knight found under former ice cream parlor
The site where the remains were found was once home to a beloved ice cream shop.
Trump ally, ex-Brazil leader Jair Bolsonaro to face fate in coup trial
A prosecutor has asked Brazil's Supreme Court to find ex-president Jair Bolsonaro guilty of plotting a violent coup after a trial that saw President Trump try to intervene.
Report of hijacked small plane grounds flights at Canada airport
Police said they received a report that a Cessna 172 "had been hijacked from the Vancouver Island area and was entering into airspace near Vancouver International Airport."
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Emmy nominations surprises and snubs
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Emma Watson banned from driving after she was caught speeding
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Emily Ratajkowski embraces acting again
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Amazon's top book picks for summer reading
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Delta Air Lines aims to take AI to the skies
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Companies flock to Pennsylvania for energy
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Why the Genius Act could be a big boost for cryptocurrencies
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Nextdoor CEO shares how the app is changing
Neighborhood social network app Nextdoor is getting a redesign with some new features. Nextdoor CEO Nirav Tolia joins CBS News to discuss.
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Skeleton of medieval knight found under former ice cream parlor
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Crossbreeding corals from Honduras could help protect Florida's coast
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Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
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Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
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More on slain "American Idol" executive
"American Idol" supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband, Thomas Deluca, were found dead in their Los Angeles home on Monday after police made a welfare check. 22-year-old Raymond Boodarian has been arrested in connection with the couple's death, police say. CBS News' Jarred Hill has the latest details.
Report of hijacked small plane grounds flights at Canada airport
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Police seize ton of cocaine in high seas shootout; 3 suspects killed
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Woman arrested for allegedly seducing and blackmailing monks
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U.S. drug raids net $10 million in crypto linked to cartel, officials say
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Mars rock could fetch millions at auction
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Axiom space crew returns from historic trip
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