Mike Pence reflects on Jan. 6 aftermath
Former Vice President Mike Pence joins "The Takeout" to explain why he opposes some of President Trump's Jan. 6 pardons and recent firings at the Justice Department.
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Maurene Comey pens letter after DOJ firing
The Justice Department, without warning or cause, has fired Maurene Comey, who assisted in the prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein and was the top federal prosecutor in the Sean "Diddy" Combs case. Comey is also the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
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.
Fired DOJ official issues warning
A new purge is underway inside the Department of Justice with another round of firings of employees who handled the prosecutions of the U.S. Capitol riot, including three former Jan. 6 prosecutors and public affairs specialist Patty Hartman. Fired on Monday, Hartman didn't investigate or prosecute rioters, but sent out agency press releases about the cases.
New documentary looks at Brazil's evangelicals
A new Netflix documentary, "Apocalypse in the Tropics," examines the role of the evangelical movement and right-wing politics in Brazil and its parallels with U.S. politics. Director Petra Costa joins "The Takeout" to discuss her film.
Former DOJ official speaks out on firing
A 17-year Justice Department official, Patty Hartman, told CBS News she was unexpectedly fired on Monday. Hartman served as a top public affairs specialist and helped distribute news releases about the Jan. 6 criminal prosecutions. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Man pardoned for Jan. 6 gets life in prison
A Tennessee man who was pardoned by President Trump for taking part in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot has been sentenced to life in prison for plotting to attack FBI agents and attempting to incite a "civil war." CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Widow of fallen Jan. 6 officer wins civil trial
Erin Smith, the widow of a fallen Jan. 6 police officer, spoke exclusively with CBS News after winning a civil trial against the rioter who beat her husband during the 2021 Capitol attack. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
New details in Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Authorities on Sunday captured the suspected gunman who posed as a police officer to kill a Minnesota legislator and shoot another. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has the latest from Minneapolis. Then, Matthew Dallek, historian and professor at George Washington University, joins to discuss the rise of political violence in the U.S.
Police file lawsuit over Jan. 6 plaque
Two police officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, insurrection filed a civil lawsuit on Thursday. Former U.S. Capitol police officer Harry Dunn and D.C. police officer Daniel Hodges are seeking a court order for a memorial plaque to be hung. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Police officers seeking court order to hang Jan. 6 plaque at Capitol
In 2022, President Biden signed a law requiring a plaque honoring police who protected the Capitol be installed by March 2023.
Watch: Hegseth on Jan. 6 Capitol riots
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth avoided questions about the National Guard's activation during the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riots, as a comparison is drawn to the troops sent to Los Angeles while mostly peaceful protests erupted over ICE raids. Sen. Chris Murphy pressed Hegseth at a Senate subcommittee hearing about the Pentagon's 2026 budget.
Capitol officer criticizes Trump on L.A. protests
President Trump has described the protests in Los Angeles as an assault on law and order and law enforcement. Scott MacFarlane reports on how those affected by the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol are responding to the president's claims.
How L.A. found itself in standoff with Trump
National Guard troops are in downtown Los Angeles under orders from President Trump as the demonstrations against immigration detention operations stretch into a fourth day. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos, Ed O'Keefe and Scott MacFarlane have the latest.
Tension builds over National Guard in L.A.
President Trump activated hundreds of National Guard troops in Los Angeles over demonstrations against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. The move has reignited questions over the Jan. 6 Capitol riots and Mr. Trump's take on those protests. CBS News contributor Samantha Vinograd and CBS News Justice Department correspondent Scott MacFarlane have the latest updates.
Lead DOJ prosecutor on Jan. 6 cases resigns
Greg Rosen, the lead federal prosecutor who oversaw the January 6 Capitol attack cases, has resigned. In an interview with CBS News' Scott MacFarlane, Rosen spoke for the first time about the effects of President Trump's pardons.
Top Jan. 6 prosecutor quits, says pardons sent "terrible message"
Former DOJ attorney Greg Rosen said Trump's decision to pardon all Jan. 6 Capitol riot defendants sent "a terrible message to the American people."
Lead Capitol attack prosecutor resigns
Greg Rosen, a federal prosecutor who helped lead the largest federal criminal case in American history, has resigned his position in the Justice Department. Scott MacFarlane spoke to Rosen about his decision.
Jan. 6 defendant rejects pardon
One of the hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants is refusing to accept a pardon from President Trump. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Jan. 6 defendant rejects Trump pardon
A former Trump loyalist is rejecting a pardon for her role in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Pamela Hemphill was convicted of a misdemeanor for entering a restricted area during the 2021 attack. Wall Street Journal White House reporter Meridith McGraw, NOTUS reporter Jasmine Wright and CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane join to discuss.
Jan. 6 defendant refuses Trump's pardon
Pamela Hemphill, one of the 1,500 January 6 rioters whom President Trump pardoned on his first day back in the White House, has formally rejected and returned her pardon. Hemphill is reportedly the only defendant to do so. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Former Trump supporter refuses and returns her Jan. 6 pardon
Pamela Hemphill of Idaho is one of the more than 1,500 people whom Mr. Trump pardoned earlier this year for their roles in the U.S. Capitol Insurrection.
What to know about Trump's flurry of pardons
President Trump flexed the power of his office this week, issuing a blitz of pardons and commutations. The president also said he would consider pardoning the men convicted in a plot to kidnap Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Ali Bauman has more.
Extended chat: Capitol police chief Thomas Manger
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger spoke with CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane before retiring from his post at the Capitol. Manger discussed challenges he faced when he arrived on the job in 2021, shared his concerns about a spike in threats against lawmakers, and recalled President Trump's pardon of Jan. 6 rioters.
The common theme among Trump's recent pardons
President Trump has pardoned several people in recent days, including reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley and former Rep. Michael Grimm of New York. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
No suspect identified in disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mom
The disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, is being investigated as a crime.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Georgia army veteran faces deportation after 50 years in U.S.
A Covington Army veteran facing deportation after more than 50 years in the U.S. could be removed this week.
With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Man who tried to shoot Trump at Florida golf course gets life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man convicted in a 2024 assassination attempt of President Trump at his Florida golf course, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Minnesota corrections officials dispute accusations from feds
Immigration authorities say they're targeting the "worst of the worst," but they haven't asked to take custody of over 100 non-citizens in Minnesota's prison system.
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Anti-fraud task force targeting Calif., more states to be led by Vance: sources
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order putting JD Vance and Andrew Ferguson in charge of the group.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
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EEOC investigating Nike over alleged discrimination against White workers
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said Nike may have engaged in "a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees."
Millions of Americans face higher utility bills after rate hike approvals
Over 50 million Americans will face higher utility costs as a result of rate hikes approved in 2025, according to PowerLines.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
Washington Post begins sweeping layoffs as it scales back news coverage
Former WaPo executive editor Martin Baron told CBS News the paper's coverage will be "dramatically diminished" because of the job cuts.
China banning hidden car door handles starting in 2027 due to safety concerns
China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.
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With latest Minnesota fraud case looming, lead prosecutors have quit
The four prosecutors who spearheaded a $250 million Minnesota fraud case have all left the U.S. Attorney's Office in a growing wave of resignations.
Trump says the lesson from Minneapolis is to use a "softer touch" in immigration enforcement
President Trump told NBC News the call to remove 700 immigration officers from Minneapolis came from him.
ICE lawyer in Minnesota tells judge "this job sucks"
A government lawyer who told a judge that her job "sucks" during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post.
Supreme Court lets California use new congressional map in midterms
The Supreme Court declined to block California's new congressional map that could net Democrats five seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Treaty limiting U.S., Russian nuclear weapons expiring as leaders mull what's next
The last remaining nuclear treaty between the U.S. and Russia is set to expire Thursday, ending decades of arms control between the two countries with the largest nuclear arsenals.
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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.
5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
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.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
In this web exclusive, author and podcaster Mel Robbins talks with Norah O'Donnell about "The Let Them Theory."
Book excerpt: "The Let Them Theory" by Mel Robbins
In her latest bestseller, the motivational speaker discusses how personal growth is only possible when you stop pouring energy into things you cannot control – which includes changing other people.
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Comedian gets 6 years in Russian prison over joke about war veteran
"I hope no one ever finds themselves in the same situation of brutal legal abuse that I did," Artemy Ostaninsaid in his final statement in court.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
U.K. police investigating former ambassador to U.S. over Epstein ties
The Epstein files have yielded a police investigation, as former U.K. Ambassador to the U.S. Peter Mandelson is accused of sharing state secrets.
Cold and doubt in Ukraine as 2nd round of talks with Russia kick off
U.S., Russian and Ukrainian negotiators are back around a table for a second round of technical talks, but in Kyiv, Russian bombs bring suffering and skepticism.
Ex-Prince Andrew moves out of royal home amid new Epstein revelations
King Charles' disgraced brother Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moves from his royal mansion to a private estate after appearing in newly released Epstein files.
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Ron Funches opens up about autism diagnosis
Actor and comedian Ron Funches talks to "CBS Mornings" about appearing on the reality show "The Traitors," how it led to his autism diagnosis and opening up to others about it.
2026 Super Bowl ads to look out for
Super Bowl advertisements are already making waves as companies seek a big win during the NFL's final football game of the season. Jeanine Poggi, the editor-in-chief at Ad Age, joins CBS News with more.
Susan Lucci on life after soap opera stardome
For decades, Susan Lucci starred in "All My Children." She speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her second memoir, which dives into her life after the soap opera series, the death of her husband and the resilience she found along the way.
Ransom note being investigated in Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, sheriff says
The sheriff says the note was sent to a local Arizona news station, which agreed not to report on it, following the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Miranda Lambert sells entire music catalog
Country star Miranda Lambert's entire catalog now belongs to Sony Music Publishing Nashville and Domain Capital Group. Jem Aswad, executive editor for music at Variety, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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.
Tesla, Waymo execs defend self-driving cars before Senate committee
"Right now we have the Wild West. I want to see some rules of the road," said Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
Pinterest fired 2 engineers who built an internal layoff tracker
Pinterest says two engineers lost their jobs after writing custom scripts to identify employees who were cut in a recent round of layoffs.
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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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No suspect in Guthrie disappearance: police
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said Wednesday that investigators have not identified a suspect or person of interest in the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
Latest on possible ransom note in Guthrie case
Investigators are analyzing and trying to determine the authenticity of a possible ransom note as the search continues for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez and Anna Schecter have more.
National Guard shooting suspect in court
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., last November, pleaded not guilty Wednesday to federal charges. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Ryan Routh sentenced to life in prison
Ryan Routh, the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump in 2024 during his campaign for a second term, has been sentenced to life in prison. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Poland probing whether Epstein's "satanic circle" trafficked Polish girls
Polish leader Donald Tusk says his country will pore over the files for any evidence that Epstein's network trafficked women or girls from the country.
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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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700 federal agents being pulled out of Minnesota
Border czar Tom Homan said federal authorities will "draw down" 700 law enforcement personnel in Minnesota immediately. Omar Villafranca has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
Apple is reportedly getting ready to launch its first foldable phone. Plus, OpenAI announced it is retiring its older ChatGPT-4o. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Reporter in Ukraine on feeling on the ground
A new round of U.S. brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine took place on Wednesday, even as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of violating a temporary truce. Asami Terajima, a reporter for the Kyiv Independent, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Poland probing any Epstein-Russia connection
Poland says it is looking into possible connections between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Russian intelligence services. The announcement came after the U.S. Justice Department released millions more files related to the federal investigation into Epstein. David Charter, assistant editor in the U.S. for The Times, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.