Trump on Mattis: "At some point, everybody leaves"
"I think he's sort of a Democrat, if you want to know the truth," said Trump
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Trump talks Mattis on "60 Minutes"
In an interview airing Sunday on "60 Minutes," President Trump said Defense Secretary James Mattis "may leave" the administration because "at some point, everybody leaves." Susan Page, Washington bureau chief for USA Today, joins CBSN to discuss the weekend's political news.
Suspicious envelopes sent to Pentagon, Trump
The FBI is investigating after a pair of suspicious letters sent to the Pentagon tested positive for the poison, ricin. The Secret Service also confirmed Tuesday that a suspicious envelope was addressed to President Trump, but never made it to the White House. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with the latest developments.
2 packages with suspected ricin sent to Pentagon, Navy chiefs
Neither envelope entered the Pentagon; Authorities discovered the packages Monday
Bob Woodward says he would release "Fear" interview tapes if challenged
But the author of "Fear: Trump in the White House" also says some of the sources must remain confidential
Pence on 9/11 anniversary: "We will not be intimidated"
The administration is marking the 17th anniversary of the attacks on the nation
Afghanis reflect on years of conflict
Defense Secretary James Mattis visited U.S. commanders in Afghanistan Friday, who are fighting what is now considered to be the longest war in American history. For residents of the region it means a generation living under the shadow of violence. Charlie D’Agata reports from Kabul, Afghanistan.
Mattis makes surprise visit to Afghanistan
Defense Secretary James Mattis arrived in Afghanistan on Friday for a surprise visit. Mattis is meeting with U.S. military commanders overseeing America's longest war and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. Charlie D'Agata reports from Kabul.
As Mattis visits, an Afghan survivor is haunted by a relentless war
CBS News visits the site of a devastating terror attack, with a young woman who survived it, as U.S. defense chief pays a surprise visit
Mattis pays surprise visit to Afghanistan after series of attacks
Expected to meet with Afghan, U.S., NATO military commanders, Afghan leaders as U.S. appears to push for negotiated end to long war
U.S. weighs military drills with South Korea
The Pentagon says there are no plans to suspend more joint military drills with South Korea. Defense Secretary James Mattis says the U.S. is resuming small-scale exercises that have been in place since President Trump met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in June. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.
Mattis says no more halt to U.S.-South Korea joint military exercises
Mattis had "indefinitely suspended" exercises as part of an overture by the U.S. to keep North Korea engaged on denuclearization negotiations
U.S. prepares to send hospital ship to Colombia amid refugee crisis
The UN said this week that an estimated 2.3 million Venezuelans had fled the crisis-torn country as of June
War of words between U.S. and Iran escalates
The war of words between President Trump and Iran is escalating. Mr. Trump slammed Iran's leader on twitter saying "NEVER, EVER THREATEN THE UNITED STATES AGAIN OR YOU WILL SUFFER CONSEQUENCES." CBS News national security correspondent David Martin explains how American and Iranian troops operate in the real world and how this rhetoric could change things in the Persian Gulf.
Mattis focuses on security issues in China talks
Mattis insisted he's going into talks with Chinese leaders without any preconceived notions
Decision to halt "war games" with South Korea "very reversible," retired admiral says
After a historic summit, President Trump announced the end of "war games," which caught Seoul and Pentagon officials off-guard
U.S. sees opportunity as Afghans halt Taliban fight
Top American commanders say Afghans' unilateral cease-fire will give U.S. forces chance to focus on another enemy
Mattis slams China over weapons in South China Sea
U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said Saturday that China has placed weapons systems in the South China Sea to intimidate its neighbors. Mattis called the country's actions into question when he spoke in Singapore on Friday.
Mattis slams China over weapons in South China Sea
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis had sharp criticism for Beijing at an international security forum
Mattis reaffirms "ironclad U.S. commitment" to defending South Korea
Trump and Defense Secretary Mattis spoke with South Korean counterparts after historic meeting between leaders of the two Koreas
Graham "unnerved" after Syria briefing
"I think Assad after this strike believes we're all tweet and no action," the South Carolina Republican said
Search for evidence of a chemical attack
In testimony before Congress, Defense Secretary James Mattis said the investigation into a possible chemical attack in Syria is ongoing. His testimony comes before an international team of experts is set to arrive in the country. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin reports.
Syria response
The Trump administration is still planning its response days after a suspected chemical attack in Syria killed dozens of civilians near the capital of Damascus. Earlier in the week, President Trump posted on Twitter that missiles would be headed to Syria, but other administration officials have since said that no decision has been made. Meanwhile, Syria and Russia have repeatedly denied a chemical attack took place. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with the latest developments.
U.S. "looking for the actual evidence" of Syria chemical attack, Mattis says
The president of France said there's proof chemical weapons were used by the Assad regime, but in testimony before Congress, Defense Secretary James Mattis seemed more cautious
U.S. examining evidence from suspected chemical attack in Syria
Evidence includes blood and urine samples provided by hospitals and medical workers, a U.S. government source says
U.S. military removes bombers from U.K. air base following security incident
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