Lawyer clarifies report about Trump messaging Mueller
Special counsel is overseeing federal investigation into Russia's influence on the 2016 election
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Special counsel using grand jury in widening Russia probe
A federal grand jury in Washington is now part of Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian meddling in the election
James Comey scores a book deal, scheduled for release spring 2018
The former FBI director is writing a book about leadership and decision-making that will draw upon his career in government
Conservative House member calls on Mueller to step down as special counsel
Franks is calling for Mueller to resign over his "close friendship" to Comey
Clinton lost, but Republicans still push for investigation
Some Republicans in Congress are intensifying their calls to investigate Clinton and other Obama administration officials
After stunning election loss, Clinton lets her "guard down" in new book
"What Happened" follows the story of Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign and its aftermath
Trump decries "fake news" on pardons while slamming leaks
Trump said the president "has the complete power to pardon" while decrying leaks from his administration
Wray says he'd refuse any "loyalty" pledge
If confirmed, FBI Director nominee Wray will fill the vacancy left by fired FBI Director James Comey
Seven things to watch in the confirmation hearing for Trump's FBI pick
Wray's confirmation hearing to be FBI director takes place as investigation into Russian meddling in U.S. election continues
Trump claims former FBI chief leaked classified info to media
The former FBI director leaked one of his memos through a friend to the media after he was fired by the president in May
Democratic senator says they have "commitment" to get Comey memos
The committee has been requesting the memos for weeks after reports emerged that Comey documented his interactions with the president
Christopher Wray FBI Director nomination formally submitted by White House
Wray, if confirmed, will take the vacant spot left by fired FBI Director James Comey
John’s Notebook: Trump, tapes, and honesty
Face the Nation moderator John Dickerson says it was a mistake for the White House this week to further limit televised or audio recordings of press briefings.
Trump calls Mueller's friendship with Comey "bothersome"
Asked whether special counsel should step down from Russia probe due to his friendship with fired FBI director, president replied, "We're going to have to see"
Trump: I "do not have" tapes of Comey conversations
He ended weeks of speculation Thursday about whether he recorded conversations with fired FBI Director James Comey
Trump tweets on "tapes"
President Trump said on Twitter that he "did not make, and do not have" recordings of his conversations with James Comey before he was fired as director of the FBI. Mr. Trump tweeted in the wake of Comey's termination in mid-May that he "better hope" that "tapes" of their conversations don't exist. Washington Post reporter Aaron Blake and Quartz White House correspondent Heather Timmons join CBSN to discuss.
Super PAC supporting Trump launches six-figure ad buy
“The establishment is shaken, angry, losing control,” the narrator of the ad says as pictures of James Comey and Kathy Griffin, among others, flash onscreen
Trump's handling of Russia investigations weighs on approval ratings
Most feel Mueller will be impartial; most Republicans say matter isn't serious, according to new CBS News poll
Poll: Both parties in Congress draw negative ratings
Less than one-third say things would be better with Democrats in control, according to new CBS News poll
Few feel they have good understanding of GOP health care plan
More Americans suspect it will hurt them, instead of helping them, new CBS News poll finds
Could Trump's "witch hunt" tweet come back to haunt him?
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein took over the Russia investigation -- but now Trump is lashing out at him
Deputy AG Rod Rosenstein warns about anonymous sources
It's unclear why Rosenstein issued the warning or whether anyone prompted him to do so
Trump tweets that he's "being investigated for firing the FBI director"
The president seemed to confirm he's under investigation and also appeared to attack Deputy AG Rod Rosenstein, who advised him to dismiss Comey
Pence retains outside lawyer, amid special counsel probe
The vice president has retained outside legal aid, as White House scrutiny intensifies
Poll: Do Americans believe Trump is impeding Russia investigation?
New poll shows 60 percent are concerned Trump or his campaign had inappropriate contact with Russia
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Justice Department releases initial trove of Epstein files under new law
The Justice Department has released records from the Epstein files, the first documents to come to light under a new law. Follow live updates here.
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Motive sought after suspect in Brown shooting, MIT professor's murder found dead
The Brown University shooting suspect was found dead in a storage unit in New Hampshire. Authorities believe he is also responsible for killing an MIT professor.
Greg Biffle's wife texted "we're in trouble" before crash, her mother says
Cathy Grossu, the mother-in-law of retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, said she had seen the family a day before the fatal crash.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
How to view the Epstein files, and initial takeaways from the first documents
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
Kennedy Center adds Trump's name to building
Mr. Trump's name was added in large letters above "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" on the building's facade.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Rob Reiner's friends and colleagues share fond and funny memories
Friends and colleagues of Rob Reiner sat down with CBS News to share personal anecdotes and fond memories of him following the news of his tragic death.
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Rob Reiner's friends and colleagues share fond and funny memories
Friends and colleagues of Rob Reiner sat down with CBS News to share personal anecdotes and fond memories of him following the news of his tragic death.
Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
More than 60,000 pages of Epstein files already released so far this year
The latest deluge of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, released by the Justice Department, adds to a huge trove of documents and photos that have already been made public.
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Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Judge in nursing home bankruptcy case gives families fresh hope
A bankruptcy judge blocked an attempt by a nursing home chain's primary investor to shield himself from settlement payments and liability in lawsuits over allegations of poor care.
DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
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How to view the Epstein files, and initial takeaways from the first documents
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
More than 60,000 pages of Epstein files already released so far this year
The latest deluge of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, released by the Justice Department, adds to a huge trove of documents and photos that have already been made public.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Kennedy Center adds Trump's name to building
Mr. Trump's name was added in large letters above "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" on the building's facade.
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Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.
He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
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3 killed in knife attack in Taiwan, suspect falls to his death from store
Police said the suspect was declared dead at a hospital after jumping from the building's sixth floor, the Central News Agency reported.
Ukraine claims strike on oil tanker as Putin plays down peace prospects
Putin claims no "willingness from Ukraine" to negotiate a peace deal as he touts battlefield gains, and Kyiv claims a brazen strike on a ship far from Russia.
Australia announces gun buyback plan just days after Bondi Beach attack
Australia will use a sweeping buyback scheme to "get guns off our streets," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
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Rob Reiner's friends and colleagues share fond and funny memories
Friends and colleagues of Rob Reiner sat down with CBS News to share personal anecdotes and fond memories of him following the news of his tragic death.
Kiefer Sutherland recalls "extraordinary" day on set with Rob Reiner
Kiefer Sutherland recalls Rob Reiner's reaction to filming Jack Nicholson's famous scene in "A Few Good Men."
Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
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Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
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.
Japanese woman marries AI boyfriend
People are starting to develop lasting connections with artificial technology. Melissa J. Perry, the dean of the College of Public Health at George Mason University, joins CBS News with more details.
TikTok nears deal to avoid U.S. ban
TikTok has signed a deal to sell its U.S. operations to a group of investors in America, a source familiar with the deal tells CBS News. Jo Ling Kent has more.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Autopsy of Brown shooting suspect released
We are learning more about the 48-year-old man identified as the perpetrator of both the mass shooting at Brown University and the killing of an MIT professor. CBS News national investigative correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest.
Lawyer for some Epstein survivors on new files
The Trump Justice Department released a sizable portion of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but not all. Yasmine Meyer, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, joins to discuss. Plus, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, provides analysis.
Early details on newly released Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday released some files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.
Justice Department releases some Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday unveiled thousands of records related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein under a new law. CBS News' Jake Rosen and Jennifer Jacobs have the latest.
CBS News combing through new Epstein files
The Justice Department has released a new batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
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Visit a Uyghur restaurant in Southern California, where culture is shared and the food is made with love. Plus, a man who wanted to save his friends life by donating a kidney ends up saving his own life.
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TikTok has agreed to sell its U.S. operations to a consortium of investors. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins to assess the potential implications.
Autopsy of Brown shooting suspect released
We are learning more about the 48-year-old man identified as the perpetrator of both the mass shooting at Brown University and the killing of an MIT professor. CBS News national investigative correspondent Tom Hanson has the latest.
Lawyer for some Epstein survivors on new files
The Trump Justice Department released a sizable portion of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but not all. Yasmine Meyer, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, joins to discuss. Plus, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, provides analysis.
Early details on newly released Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday released some files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.