Face the Nation, July 16
This week on "Face the Nation," host John Dickerson interviews Senator Mark Warner, Senator Rand Paul, and Jay Sekulow to discuss the latest on the Russia investigations and the new version of the Senate health care bill.
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Sekulow: Trump and Russia
Jay Sekulow, a member of President Trump's legal team, joins Face the Nation Moderator John Dickerson to discuss Trump's knowledge of his son's meeting with Russians in June 2016.
Trump lawyers on how they first saw Barr's letter
This week on "The Takeout," President Trump's personal lawyers Rudy Giuliani and Jay Sekulow discuss the conclusion of the Mueller investigation, and how they first got their hands on the attorney general's summary of the report.
6/18: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," host John Dickerson interviews Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Bernie Sanders, and Attorney Jay Sekulow regarding the investigation, the change in policy towards Cuba, and the progress of the Senate Health Care bill.
Face the Nation, June 18
This week on "Face the Nation," host John Dickerson interviews Sen. Marco Rubio, Sen. Bernie Sanders, and Attorney Jay Sekulow regarding the investigation, the change in policy towards Cuba, and the progress of the Senate Health Care bill.
Trump lawyer on Russia
Jay Sekulow argues on Face the Nation that President Trump "was not and is not a target" of investigations into Russian election meddling and related controversies.
Are Trump's comments protected speech?
President Trump could face legal troubles for his comments prior to the attack at the U.S. Capitol that led to five deaths. Some Republicans are defending him, citing a Supreme Court case that involved a KKK leader. Harvard Law School professor Alan Jenkins joined CBSN to discuss the potential legal fallout for the president.
Jay Sekulow and Rudy Giuliani on "The Takeout"
Trump attorneys Rudy Giuliani and Jay Sekulow discuss the Mueller investigation and President Trump's feelings about the findings on this week's edition of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Giuliani on Trump-Mueller interview
President Trump's attorney Rudy Giuliani says he's "more optimistic" about President Trump sitting down for an interview with special counsel Robert Mueller. While speaking to CBS News chief white house correspondent Major Garrett, Giuliani put the odds of a presidential interview at 50/50. Politico magazine editor-in-chief Blake Hounshell joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's political news.
Jay Sekulow: Ukraine call didn't violate law
President Trump has suggested the whistleblower who accused him of abusing his power committed treason. Mr. Trump denounced the whistleblower in a closed-door speech that was caught on camera. The president's acting director of national intelligence, Joseph Maguire, told the House Intelligence Committee the whistleblower did the right thing. Jay Sekulow, who serves as counsel to the president, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss why he believes there was "no violation of law" in his client's call with the Ukrainian president.
Trump's legal team for impeachment trial
President Trump's legal team for his impeachment trial is taking shape. It will be led by White House counsel Pat Cipollone and the president's personal attorney Jay Sekulow, along with Alan Dershowitz, Ken Starr and others. CBS News' Natalie Brand, McClatchy congressional reporter Emma Dumain, and AP White House reporter Jill Colvin joined CBSN with the latest developments.
Dems set to finish impeachment arguments
Democrats will wrap up their opening arguments in President Trump's Senate impeachment trial. House managers will focus on the president allegedly obstructing Congress after highlighting abuse of power yesterday. For a closer look at the legal battle, former Justice Department national security prosecutor Joseph Moreno joins CBSN.
Trump defense urges senators to end trial
President Trump's legal team concluded opening arguments in the Senate trial yesterday, stressing that president did not commit an impeachable offense. They also addressed reports of new allegations from former national security adviser John Bolton's upcoming book. CBS News political contributor and Republican strategist Terry Sullivan joins CBSN with more on the president's legal strategy.
What to expect in week 2 of Trump's impeachment trial
The trial could end as early as this week, or stretch into next month, depending on a range of factors.
Trump asks Supreme Court to stop release of his tax returns
A federal appeals court ruled Monday that Trump's tax returns can be turned over to state criminal investigators
White House prepares for Mueller report
President Trump's legal team is preparing for the release of the redacted Mueller report on Thursday, as the president lashes out at investigators on Twitter. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid breaks down what's likely to happen once the special counsel's findings are made public.
Rudy Giuliani on collusion accusations: "Somebody made this up"
Trump lawyers Rudy Giuliani and Jay Sekulow spoke to Major Garrett about the Mueller report
Mueller report: Trump attorney slams probes
A summary of special counsel Robert Mueller's final report on Russian interference in the 2016 election, released by Attorney General William Barr, says Mueller found no collusion between President Trump or his campaign and Russia. But Mueller leaves the matter of obstruction unresolved, saying the report does not exonerate the president. Jay Sekulow, one of President Trump's personal attorneys, joins “CBS This Morning” from Washington to discuss the special counsel report.
Cohen gives Congress versions of 2017 testimony on Moscow project
Cohen gave Congress all the versions of a 2017 statement he made to the Senate Intelligence Committee regarding a Trump Tower project in Moscow. He later pleaded guilty to lying to Congress over the testimony
New sanctions on Russia
The White House announced sanctions on Russia Wednesday for its use of a nerve agent against a former Russian spy. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Giuliani, Trump legal team met with Robert Mueller
Sources said the probability of a Trump-Mueller interview is now higher than it was in the immediate aftermath of the Michael Cohen raids
Report: Sean Hannity used two other Trump-connected lawyers
The Fox host said on Monday that he had discussed "legal questions" with Michael Cohen, Trump's personal attorney
Defending Trump in Russia probe isn't exactly a dream job
Trump has been left with a lean legal team that has struggled to add criminal defense firepower
2 lawyers not joining Trump legal team after all
Mr. Trump's attorney Jay Sekulow said Sunday morning that "conflicts" prevented the pair from formally joining the legal team
Top litigator Theodore Olson turns down offer from Trump legal team
Trump's lawyers tried to hire former Solicitor General Theodore Olson, according to the Washington Post
Federal agents clash with protesters day after ICE officer fatally shoots woman
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit further Trump strikes on Venezuela
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
What we know about Renee Good, the driver shot and killed by ICE agent
Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother, was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent on Wednesday in Minneapolis.
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Trump lays out Venezuela oil strategy; Senate advances war powers measure
Days after ex-Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro was captured in an overnight attack, some Democrats and a Republican are pushing to block future U.S. strikes.
Noem says ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
Minnesota investigators say FBI blocked them from accessing ICE shooting evidence
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
House to vote on partial funding package as Congress races to avoid shutdown
The House is set to vote on bipartisan legislation to fund several federal agencies and programs as lawmakers work to avert another government shutdown later this month.
House poised to approve 3-year health care tax credit extension
The House is on track to approve a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with a growing number of Republicans poised to back the measure.
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Trump lashes out at GOP senators who voted to limit Venezuela war powers
Republican Sens. Todd Young, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Rand Paul and Josh Hawley voted with all Democrats to advance the measure.
IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
Minneapolis police chief says "this was entirely predictable" after ICE shooting
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara spoke to "CBS Mornings" after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman Wednesday, saying "this has been building over the course of several weeks."
Noem defends ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis as having "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in October amid declines in imports of pharmaceuticals and gold.
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IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in October amid declines in imports of pharmaceuticals and gold.
Trump says he'll ban large investors from buying single-family homes
President Trump said "people live in homes, not corporations," in announcing plans to bar big investors from home purchases.
Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
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Trump lashes out at GOP senators who voted to limit Venezuela war powers
Republican Sens. Todd Young, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Rand Paul and Josh Hawley voted with all Democrats to advance the measure.
Judge disqualifies acting U.S. attorney handling two James investigations
John Sarcone is the fifth of the administration's picks for U.S. attorney who were serving in a temporary capacity and have been disqualified by a federal judge.
FBI taking over Renee Good killing investigation, Minnesota investigators say
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
Noem defends ICE officer who shot woman in Minneapolis as having "followed his training"
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Minnesota authorities "don't have any jurisdiction in this investigation."
Retired ICE agent breaks down deadly Minneapolis shooting video
CBS News watched bystander video of the deadly ICE shooting in Minneapolis frame-by-frame with retired ICE agent Eric Balliet to discuss the tactics used. He raised a few key points that dispute the DHS narrative of what happened.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
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Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Pope Leo asks cardinals to help him "point the way for our path ahead"
Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.
Could the Iran protests "be a turning point" for its Islamic rulers?
Iran's exiled crown prince wants Iranians to seize the momentum of mass protests, and one analyst believes it could prove a tipping point.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
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.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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.
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Trump, Vance reacted to the ICE shooting
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are reacting to the shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday where an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Noem on ICE officer who killed Renee Good
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took questions from reporters Thursday, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good near protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
What we know about Renee Good
Details are emerging about Renee Good, the 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother who was fatally shot in Minneapolis, Minnesota, by an ICE officer. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Minneapolis police chief on ICE shooting
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss the shooting involving an ICE officer where Renee Good was killed.
Calls for review of Epstein files release
Survivors, lawmakers and watchdog groups are seeking a review of the Department of Justice's actions related to the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
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Gov. Tim Walz says "leave Minnesota alone"
Gov. Tim Walz said "Minnesota must be part of this investigation" after state officials withdrew from the probe into Wednesday's deadly ICE shooting after the FBI restricted them from accessing evidence in the case.
House to vote on health care tax subsidies
The House of Representatives is preparing to vote on potentially reviving the health care tax subsidies that were instituted by the Affordable Care Act, which expired when 2026 began. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Twins Cities activist on fatal ICE shooting
Dieu Do, an immigrant rights activist in Minneapolis, joins CBS News with her reaction to news that Wednesday's fatal ICE shooting of a woman is being investigated by the FBI exclusively.
Trump, Vance reacted to the ICE shooting
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are reacting to the shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday where an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Noem on ICE officer who killed Renee Good
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took questions from reporters Thursday, a day after an ICE officer shot and killed Renee Good near protests in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.