Mattis on the U.S. relationship with NATO
The defense secretary spoke with "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson in a wide-ranging interview.
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Mattis weighs in on Iran
The defense secretary spoke with "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson in a wide-ranging interview.
Sec. Mattis on Russia
Gen. James Mattis, Secretary of Defense admits that engaging diplomatically with Russia while confronting them on issues of cyber and borders presents "a strategically uncomfortable position."
Mattis on North Korea
Secretary of Defense James Mattis says North Korea is a direct threat to the United States. Gen. Mattis says he will not put forth a timeline, but adds, "we don't have to wait until they have an intercontinental ballistic missile."
Mattis on war on terror
Secretary of Defense James Mattis says the military knows "ISIS is going to go down" but notes other large confrontations are brewing in the Middle East. "We cannot be blind to those," Mattis adds.
Face the Nation, May 28
This week on "Face the Nation," host John Dickerson sits down with Secretary of Defense James Mattis, plus a report from the frontlines of Iraq and preview of filmmaker Ken Burns' latest documentary.
Mattis on climate change, Paris accord
The defense secretary spoke with "Face the Nation" in a wide-ranging interview on May 27, 2017.
Mattis weighs in on Trump, NATO
The defense secretary spoke with "Face the Nation" in a wide-ranging interview on May 27, 2017.
Mattis press conference
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis spoke at the Pentagon on Tuesday to say the U.S. wouldn't "passively stand by" about the Syrian regime's chemical attack and to defeat ISIS as it "represents a clear and present danger."
Al Qaeda in Syria
CBS News National Security Correspondent David Martin discusses why an al Qaeda leader was in Syria and what we know about Secretary of Defense James Mattis' "preliminary plan" to defeat ISIS.
Pressure on NATO
Secretary of Defense James Mattis is calling out America's NATO allies to proportionately share the costs. CBS News' David Martin reports from the Pentagon.
Reassuring South Korean allies
Secretary of Defense James Mattis is in Asia Thursday for his first overseas trip. He's charged with reassuring Japan and South Korea, two of the United States' strongest allies, of America's commitment to the region. His first stop is Seoul, where he'll meet with top leadership. Adriana Diaz reports.
Trump Cabinet loyalty
Some of Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees have contradicted the president-elect on a number of issues during their Senate confirmation hearings. MediaDC's creative director Michael Graham describes the opposition Trump may face with his own Cabinet.
Ash Carter on Russia hacking
Outgoing Defense Secretary Ash Carter has been openly critical of Russian efforts to sow seeds of global instability. Carter, who has worked at the Pentagon for more than two decades, told "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose about the effects of Russian interference in the U.S. election.
Mattis opening statement
Retired General James Mattis testifies on Capitol Hill as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary. Watch his full opening statement here.
Mattis on Israel
Retired Gen. James Mattis spoke about how to handle to conflict in the Middle East during his confirmation hearing. Mattis is Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary.
Trump announces Mattis pick
President-elect Donald Trump spoke in North Carolina Tuesday night as part of his "Thank You" tour. During his speech, Mr. Trump welcomed retired Gen. Mattis officially as defense secretary. CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the latest.
Trump "Thank You" tour
President-elect Donald Trump took the stage in North Carolina Tuesday night in the second leg of his "Thank You" tour. Mr. Trump was joined on stage by retired Gen. James Mattis, his pick for defense secretary. Watch the president-elect's full remarks here.
Trump on inclusive society
During his "Thank You Tour" rally Thursday night, President-elect Donald Trump called for a more inclusive society. Eli Stokols, national political reporter for Politco, spoke to CBSN about what Trump's statement means going forward.
"Mad Dog" Mattis
During a rally in Cincinatti Thursday, President-Elect Donald Trump announced his pick for defense secretary, retired Marine Gen. James Mattis. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Washington Post national reporter Elise Viebeck spoke to CBSN about the pick and the Trump transition.
Trump's Ohio rally
President-elect Trump spoke in his first post-election rally in Ohio, kicking off his "Thank You" tour. In addition to thanking the crowd, he touched on many of his themes from the campaign trail. CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Politico White House reporter Tara Palmeri join CBSN to discuss the rally.
Trump announces Mattis appointment
President-elect Donald Trump announced at a rally in Cincinnati that he will appoint Gen. James "Mad Dog" Mattis to secretary of defense.
Leon Panetta weighs in on James Mattis
Former Director of the CIA Leon Panetta talks to "Face the Nation" host John Dickerson on the prospect of retired Marine General James Mattis serving as Secretary of Defense
Trump tells Woodward he downplayed COVID risk
A series of tapes released by veteran Washington Post journalist Bob Woodward reveal President Trump was aware of the dangers posed by COVID-19 early on and purposely chose to "play it down." Jacqueline Alemany, a political reporter for the Post, spoke to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about that and other revelations from Woodward's tapes and upcoming book. (Disclosure: "Rage" is distributed by Simon & Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS)
Mattis resigning as Defense Secretary
Secretary of Defense James Mattis says he's resigning at the end of February. Politico national political reporter Chris Cadelago joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
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Trump says Iran ceasefire over, "going to hit them hard again tonight"
Oil prices surge as President Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over and the U.S. will "hit them hard again tonight."
Trump expected to wrap up NATO with press conference
President Trump has made it clear the U.S. and Turkey are friends — better friends than some other NATO allies.
Kentucky governor requests update on Mitch McConnell's health
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear formally requested an update from Sen. Mitch McConnell amid a weekslong hospitalization that has prompted growing speculation about his health.
Trump says U.S. will grant Ukraine's request for license to build Patriot interceptors
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Here's how Democrats could pick a new Maine Senate nominee if Platner drops out
Democrats have a brief window of time to replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the ballot if he drops out of the race amid a sexual assault allegation.
DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow noncitizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
Toddler declared dead in pool accident found alive in hospital morgue
Two police officers saw possible signs of life, but the child was still taken to the hospital's "cold room" after being treated by staff, according to police documents.
Federal court blocks Florida law banning "woke" instruction in universities
A 2-1 ruling from the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found Florida's assertion it could control the speech of its employees to be "a breathtaking assertion of power to ban unpopular ideas from public discourse in the very places the state's own statutes recognize as centers of inquiry."
Why do airlines make passengers check their carry-on at the gate?
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
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Kentucky governor requests update on Mitch McConnell's health
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear formally requested an update from Sen. Mitch McConnell amid a weekslong hospitalization that has prompted growing speculation about his health.
Trump says U.S. will grant Ukraine's request for license to build Patriot interceptors
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Stocks slide, oil surges after Trump says Iran ceasefire is over
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump expected to wrap up NATO with press conference
President Trump has made it clear the U.S. and Turkey are friends — better friends than some other NATO allies.
Toddler declared dead in pool accident found alive in hospital morgue
Two police officers saw possible signs of life, but the child was still taken to the hospital's "cold room" after being treated by staff, according to police documents.
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Stocks slide, oil surges after Trump says Iran ceasefire is over
Oil prices jumped 6% while U.S. stocks fell as renewed Middle East conflict threatens crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Why do airlines make passengers check their carry-on at the gate?
Catching a flight with just a carry-on can make travel feel easy. No need to check a bag and all your belongings stay with you. But quite often, that suddenly changes before boarding.
Ford recalls 177,000 vehicles over faulty wiper, drivetrain and other issues
A slew of Ford recalls affects some new and used Mustang, Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid and Explorer Hybrid vehicles, according to a federal safety watchdog.
USPS raising the price of a Forever stamp starting on Sunday
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
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Kentucky governor requests update on Mitch McConnell's health
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear formally requested an update from Sen. Mitch McConnell amid a weekslong hospitalization that has prompted growing speculation about his health.
Trump says U.S. will grant Ukraine's request for license to build Patriot interceptors
"A little birdie told me this, about the fact that we'll give them the right to make Patriots," President Trump told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump expected to wrap up NATO with press conference
President Trump has made it clear the U.S. and Turkey are friends — better friends than some other NATO allies.
DOJ threatens criminal action against states that allow noncitizens to vote
The head of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division sent letters to election officials in all 50 states threatening criminal action if they knowingly allow non-U.S. citizens to vote.
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
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What to know about infant botulism
A fourth infant was hospitalized for botulism linked to Nara Organics baby formula, and the FDA is now expanding its investigation. Dr. Céline Gounder has the latest.
Nara Organics infant formula linked to another case of botulism
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
Switching to a cheaper health plan delayed a man's access to vital medicine
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
"Very unhealthy" pollution levels recorded in D.C. after July 4th fireworks
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
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Doctor with "lust for murder" convicted in deaths of 15 patients
The doctor allegedly killed 12 women and three men between 2021 and 2024. He allegedly set fire to some of the victims' apartments to cover up the killings.
Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
The suspects posted videos of their attacks and referred to women as "cars," sedatives as "fuel" and rape as "driving," according to court documents.
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Trump says Iran ceasefire over, "going to hit them hard again tonight"
Oil prices surge as President Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is over and the U.S. will "hit them hard again tonight."
U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration has revoked a waiver that allowed Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime, after Iran attacked three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
Navy identifies missing sailor after Arabian Sea emergency landing
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao said he has directed that Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards be posthumously promoted to his selected rank of captain.
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Restaurants rebound with "Kitchen Undercover"
Chef Antonia Lofaso helps struggling restaurants get back on track with her new show, "Kitchen Undercover." Lofaso joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how.
Prince Harry loses long legal battle against U.K. tabloid publisher
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Common on starring in "Silo" series
Common speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the series "Silo," which is back for a third season. The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winner reveals what drew him to his character. He also discusses recent performances, including at the BET Awards and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
Sophie Chen Keller reads "Little Wonder"
Oprah Winfrey selected "Little Wonder" by acclaimed author Sophie Chen Keller as her latest book club pick. Keller reads an excerpt from her novel about an extraordinary journey of hope and love.
Details emerge of Swift-Kelce wedding
The highly anticipated wedding between pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs Pro Bowler Travis Kelce took place at Madison Square Garden on Friday. Page Six senior reporter Carlos Greer joins with the emerging details.
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China warns of "security backdoor" in Anthropic AI coding tool
A Chinese industry regulator warned users of a "security backdoor" embedded in versions of U.S. artificial intelligence company Anthropic's coding tool, Claude Code.
Satellites search for wildfires from space
FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
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.
Microsoft to cut more than 3,000 jobs from ailing Xbox unit
Microsoft moves to slash costs as the video game industry faces what the tech giant calls the "most severe hardware crisis in its history."
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
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Notorious boarding school loses license
Utah has revoked the license of Provo Canyon School's Springville Campus, a boarding school where Paris Hilton alleges she was abused. Usher Quraishi has more details.
Video emerges in Charlie Kirk murder trial
A new video has emerged in the trial of Tyler Robinson, the man suspected of killing Charlie Kirk. Robinson is expected back in court Wednesday. Carter Evans has the latest.
Doctor with "lust for murder" convicted in deaths of 15 patients
The doctor allegedly killed 12 women and three men between 2021 and 2024. He allegedly set fire to some of the victims' apartments to cover up the killings.
Telegram used to share rape videos and drugging tips, prosecutors say
The suspects posted videos of their attacks and referred to women as "cars," sedatives as "fuel" and rape as "driving," according to court documents.
New video in Charlie Kirk suspect court case
Prosecutors allege that Tyler Robinson shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking at an event for Turning Point USA. In court on Tuesday, a judge allowed new surveillance footage from the day the conservative activist was shot and killed.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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Celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Mahjong, a traditional Chinese tile game, is rapidly increasing in popularity across the U.S. Caitlin Huey-Burns headed to a mahjong parlor to see why the game is seeing renewed appreciation.
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Restaurants rebound with "Kitchen Undercover"
Chef Antonia Lofaso helps struggling restaurants get back on track with her new show, "Kitchen Undercover." Lofaso joins "CBS Mornings" to explain how.
Breaking down the Michigan Democratic debate
Michigan Senate hopefuls, Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed, faced off Tuesday night in a debate that many saw as a battle between moderate and progressive Democrats. Nikole Killion reports.
Prince Harry loses Daily Mail lawsuit case
Prince Harry's visit to the U.K. included a dismissal of his invasion of privacy lawsuit against the Daily Mail. Chris Livesay reports.