Flake on Trump
In a speech on the Senate floor, Sen. Jeff Flake rebuked the president for his persistent claims of "fake news" and his attacks on press freedom.
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Sen. Flake on truth
"2018 must be the year in which the truth takes a stand against power that would weaken it," Sen. Jeff Flake said in this excerpt from his speech on the Senate floor, urging Democrats and Republicans to unite against attacks on the truth.
DACA deal dead?
The immigration debate in Congress has stalled after President Trump allegedly referred to several countries as "sh*tholes" during a recent Oval Office meeting. The president has since said that any hopes of a compromise with Democrats "may be dead." Bustle's Senior Political Correspondent Erin Delmore takes CBSN through the latest.
GOP tax bill
On Capitol Hill, House and Senate members are trying to work out their tax reform differences and deliver a big item on the president's holiday wish list. Errol Barnett reports on the status of the GOP tax bill.
Coons on Trump
Democratic Sen. Chris Coons of Delaware says he's concerned by the president's quick response to the terror attack in New York City. He joined CBSN to discuss immigration, tech hearings on Russia, bump stocks, and why Democrats should be concerned about recent Republican departures from Congress.
Political roundup
President Trump is expected to declare the opioid crisis a public health emergency today. This comes as the House of Representatives vote on a budget bill that will pave the way for tax reform. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett talks to CBSN about the latest.
Trump-Flake feud
Republican lawmakers failed to join their Senate colleague's call to arms to stand up to President Trump. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to break down the latest in this Washington feud, and how it could impact tax reform.
Corker's seat
Tennessee Republican Sen. Bob Corker continued his war of words with President Trump this week. He's not running for re-election in 2018, so could his seat go blue? Democratic candidate for Senate James Mackler joined "Red & Blue" to discuss why he wants to go to Washington in the Trump era.
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Two-party system
As high-profile Republicans sound off against President Trump, House Speaker Paul Ryan said he wished they would settle their differences in private. But will the public feuds spark a multi-party system? Real Clear Politics reporter and CBSN political contributor Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss.
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Two senators sound alarm on President Trump; new findings have physicists questioning reality
Arizona voters weigh in
With the Republican president under attack by both of Arizona's Republican senators, Sens. Jeff Flake and John McCain, CBS News talked to Republican voters in the state. Jim Axelrod reports.
Flake warns about Trump
Republican Senators Jeff Flake and Bob Corker have become increasingly vocal in their criticism of President Trump. Neither one is running for reelection. The Hill's White House reporter Jordan Fabian joins CBSN to discuss whether this could be a growing trend.
Sen. Flake denounces Trump
Senator Jeff Flake (R-Arizona) delivered an impassioned speech on the Senate floor in which he both repudiated President Trump and announced he would not be seeking re-election. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the fallout on Capitol Hill.
Flake says "enough" to Trump
Senator Jeff Flake (R-Arizona) blasted President Trump on the Senate floor Tuesday as he announced he would not be seeking re-election. Flake now predicts that more Republican lawmakers will speak out publicly against the president. CBS News political contributor and Washington Post reporter Ed O'Keefe weighs in on the long-term political implications.
Bannon on Flake: More to fall
Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon quickly claimed victory after Sen. Jeff Flake (R-Arizona) announced that he will not be seeking re-election. Bannon texted a Washington Post reporter, "Many more to come." Washington Post national political correspondent James Hohmann joins CBSN to break down the latest fractures in the Republican Party.
WashPo Ed O'Keefe on GOP division
Washington Post congressional reporter and CBS News contributor Ed O'Keefe joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake's latest criticism of President Trump's behavior and how Flake's decision to not seek re-election could impact Mr. Trump's agenda.
Sen. Flake "forceful" against Trump
In a Washington Post op-ed, Republican Sen. Jeff Flake writes of President Trump's behavior: "It's time we all say: Enough." The Arizona senator, who said Tuesday he will not seek re-election, joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss why he's also urging other lawmakers to speak out.
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Did Clinton and the DNC help fund research for the Trump dossier?; Flake will not seek re-election for the senate
GOP Senator not running
Republican Sen. Jeff Flake announced he is not running for re-election, while chastising President Trump and his fellow Republicans. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to break down the latest in the war of words between the White House and members of the president's party.
Flake's departure
CBSN political contributor and Boston Herald columnist Michael Graham joins "Red and Blue" along with Molly Hooper of The Hill to discuss Arizona Republican Senator Jeff Flake's decision not to run for another term.
10/24/17: CBSN Evening News
Two GOP senators speak out against president Trump; conjoined twins receive a successful life-changing operation.
Republican family feud
The sniping between President Trump and some members of his own party has escalated into open warfare. Mr. Trump went to Capitol Hill Tuesday to have lunch with Republican senators, but two of them issued stark warnings about the president's ability to lead. Nancy Cordes reports.
Flake won't run again
Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake announced Tuesday he will not run for re-election. The lawmaker, who has long been a critic of President Trump, said that the president's conduct is dangerous to democracy.
Sen. Flake on Alexandria shooting
Lawmakers and congressional staffers were practicing for a charity baseball game in Alexandria, Virginia, when a shooter opened fired Wednesday morning. House Majority Whip Steve Scalise was among the people shot. Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake recounts what he witnessed on the baseball field.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Grand jury refuses to re-indict Letitia James
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
Lawmakers see video of boat strike, say admiral testified there was no kill order
"What I saw in that room was one of the most troubling things I've seen in my time in public service," Democratic Rep. Jim Himes said.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case, identified as Virginia man
Authorities say the FBI has arrested a man suspected of placing pipe bombs outside RNC and DNC headquarters on the eve of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
ICE begins surge in Minnesota as Trump pushes for crackdown on Somali immigrants
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
$20,000 Faberge egg recovered after man allegedly swallowed it
The special edition locket was inspired by the James Bond film "Octopussy," which revolves around a plot to steal a rare Faberge egg.
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Endangered jaguar spotted at watering hole in Arizona
Officials have said that jaguar breeding in the U.S. has not been documented in more than a century.
Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
Grand jury refuses to re-indict Letitia James
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Despite Trump's pressure, Putin finds an eager trade partner in India
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
These U.S. cities have seen the biggest rent increases since 2020
Rents in the 50 largest cities have surged by hundreds of dollars per month over the last five years, a LendingTree analysis found.
Employers have cut 1.1 million jobs this year. Here's why.
Job cuts so far this year are at their highest levels since 2020, new report says.
Trump thinks tariff revenue could replace income taxes. Is that possible?
President Trump suggested Americans won't have to pay personal income taxes "in the not-too-distant future" because of rising U.S. tariffs.
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Jasmine Crockett called Texas Senate race contenders as she weighs jumping into fray
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
Operations against Houthis played into Truman Strike Group accidents, Navy finds
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
ICE begins surge in Minnesota as Trump pushes for crackdown on Somali immigrants
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
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Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
How to avoid holiday stress
The holiday season can be a wonderful, but also stressful time – filled with unrealistic expectations. A recent poll found 41% of adults anticipate more holiday stress this year. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma has tips to unwind during the holidays.
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Despite Trump's pressure, Putin finds an eager trade partner in India
As the White House tries to curb Moscow's energy income, Vladimir Putin enjoys a warm welcome in India, and promises an "uninterrupted supply" of Russian fuel.
$20,000 Faberge egg recovered after man allegedly swallowed it
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Operations against Houthis played into Truman Strike Group accidents, Navy finds
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4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
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U.K. and Norway sign pact to "hunt Russian submarines" in North Atlantic
The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a pact to create a naval alliance in the North Atlantic, aimed at protecting undersea cables and hunting Russian submarines.
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Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Lucy Liu talks new movie, "Rosemead"
Lucy Liu talks about starring in and producing the movie "Rosemead," why she says the story resonates universally and reflecting on personal experiences for the film.
Steve Cropper, acclaimed guitarist for Booker T. and the M.G.'s, dies at 84
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Kaytranada on rise to fame and his new album
Grammy winning DJ and producer Kaytranada has become one of the most influential voices in dance and electronic music, and has collaborated with top artists. He spoke with "CBS Mornings" about his latest album, touring and his journey in music.
Richie Moriarty talks 5th season of "Ghosts"
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Politico: Trump admin. looks to robotics
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
Google's top search trends in 2025
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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India revokes order for phone makers to install security app amid uproar
India's government, amid an uproar over privacy, has revoked an order quietly issued to smartphone makers to pre-install a state-run security app.
OpenAI responding to Google's moves: WSJ
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
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Pentagon announces new boat strike
The Pentagon announced another strike against an alleged drug-carrying boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This comes as lawmakers react to a classified briefing on the controversial Sept. 2 strikes targeting a vessel near Venezuela. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
$20,000 Faberge egg recovered after man allegedly swallowed it
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Listen to 911 call from Luigi Mangione arrest
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New details in Mangione pretrial hearing
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Suspect arrested in D.C. pipe bomb case
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Pentagon announces new boat strike
The Pentagon announced another strike against an alleged drug-carrying boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean. This comes as lawmakers react to a classified briefing on the controversial Sept. 2 strikes targeting a vessel near Venezuela. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Luigi Mangione arrest video played in court
On the one-year mark of the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City sidewalk, a hearing was held to determine what evidence is admissible in the trial of his accused killer, Luigi Mangione. Alice Gainer reports.
FBI arrests suspect in 2021 D.C. pipe bomb case
A northern Virginia man was arrested and accused of placing two pipe bombs outside the Democratic National Committee and Republican National Committee headquarters on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Scott MacFarlane has details.
Arctic blast grips U.S. as temperatures plummet
An early season Arctic blast sent shivers through the Midwest and Northeast as temperatures tumbled far below normal. Lana Zak reports and Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
$1.6 million raised for elderly man still working
For most of his life, Ed Bambas worked toward his American dream. But in 2019, at 82, he found himself doing what most retirees never imagine: going back to work. That was, until a stranger approached him with a question. Tom Hanson has the story.