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Sessions report
In one of President Trump's tweets, he complained about a Washington Post report about Attorney General Jeff Sessions and his pre-election conversations with the Russian ambassador to the U.S. Justice reporter Paula Reid has more.
Trump reshuffling legal team
Just a day after President Trump lashed out at Attorney General Jeff Sessions in a New York Times interview, he lost two members of his legal team. Mr. Trump stridently criticized Sessions and raised questions about how comfortable he was with an independent Justice Department and Sessions' recusal from the Russia investigation. Major Garrett reports.
Trump has confidence in Sessions
The White House says President Trump has confidence in Attorney General Jeff Sessions, despite Mr. Trump's comments in a New York Times interview that he never would have hired Sessions had he known he would recuse himself in the Russia investigation. CBS News national correspondent Chip Reid reports.
Sessions says he'll stay
President Trump said in an interview with The New York Times that he never would have appointed Attorney General Jeff Sessions if he knew he would recuse himself from the Russia investigation. Despite the harsh criticism from Mr. Trump, Sessions says he will stay on the job. CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with more.
Dickerson on Trump
CBS News chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" anchor John Dickerson weighs in on President Trump's interview with The New York Times and his first six months in office.
Trump and Sessions
President Trump was once enamored with Attorney General Jeff Sessions, but not anymore. In an extraordinarily candid interview with The New York Times, Mr. Trump gave Sessions an angry public scolding for recusing himself from the Russia investigation. Chip Reid reports.
Trump on Sessions
In an interview with the New York Times, President Trump said he never would have appointed Attorney General Jeff Sessions if he knew Sessions would recuse himself from the Russia investigation. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with the latest on this story.
Pres. Trump slams Jeff Sessions
The White House has been trying to shift the focus from the Russia investigation, but by denouncing Attorney General Jeff Sessions for withdrawing from the investigation and answering questions about special counsel Robert Mueller, President Trump continues to keep it in focus. Major Garrett reports.
Civil asset forfeiture
The Department of Justice announced it's reinstating the controversial practice of civil asset forfeiture. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid spoke to CBSN about what this policy's revival will mean for Americans.
AG Sessions' defiant testimony
CBS News chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Attorney General Jeff Sessions' hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Tuesday.
AG Sessions denies Russia collusion
During a hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee, an angry Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he was being smeared by rumors that he had improper communications with the Russians. Democrats were outraged by Sessions' silence regarding his conversations with President Trump. Nancy Cordes reports.
Legal panel
Some members of the Senate Intelligence Committee expressed frustration with Attorney General Jeff Sessions' refusal to answer certain questions at Tuesday's hearing. But was he within his rights to do so? CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman and CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid join CBSN to discuss.
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Election hacking
The intelligence community concluded late last year that the Russian government's cyberattacks were designed to help the Trump campaign. Now, CBS News has learned that those efforts were even greater than previously reported. Jeff Pegues has more.
Dickerson on Sessions
John Dickerson, CBS News' chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face the Nation," weighs in on a few standout moments from Attorney General Jeff Sessions' Senate hearing.
Defending Robert Mueller
Republican leaders expressed support Tuesday for Robert Mueller, the special counsel investigating Russian meddling in the U.S. presidential election. It was prompted by a comment from Trump confidant and Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy that the president was considering firing Mueller. Margaret Brennan reports.
Sessions testifies
Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee Tuesday. It was the administration's first sworn rebuttal of former FBI Director James Comey, who testified last week that the president pressured him to drop the investigation of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. He declined to answer some of the most revealing questions. Nancy Cordes reports.
Sessions on confidentiality
Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., asked Attorney General Jeff Sessions if he'd viewed the Department of Justice policy that he was referencing to avoid answering many of the questions he'd been asked. Sessions described a "principle" of confidentiality of communications with the president. See his remarks.
Sessions testimony analysis
CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid and CBS News contributor Ed O'Keefe of the Washington Post join CBSN with analysis of Attorney General Jeff Sessions' testimony before the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Sessions says Comey usurped Lynch's power
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said in his Senate testimony that former FBI Director James Comey cleared Hillary Clinton of wrongdoing stemming from her email server without permission from then Attorney General Loretta Lynch. Sessions said Comey violated fundamental powers in doing so. See his comments.
Sessions on firing Comey
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he agreed with a memo by Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein that outlined "problems" with FBI Director James Comey's performance and said a "fresh start" at the FBI was best. President Trump cited the memo when he fired Comey. Hear Sessions' response.
Sessions on Comey
Attorney General Jeff Sessions said there were no inappropriate communications between former FBI Director James Comey and President Trump while testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee. Sessions said, "Mr. Comey well knew" rules on communication between justice department and White House.
Sessions on Mueller
Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified that he has confidence in Robert Mueller as special counsel and would not take any actions to have Mueller removed. Asked if he thought President Trump had confidence in Mueller, Sessions replied, "I have no idea. I have not talked to him about it."
Sessions opening statement
Attorney General Jeff Sessions denied communicating with Russian officials about the 2016 election during his opening statement before the Senate Intelligence Committee. See Sessions' full opening statement.
More than 800 missing, including 65 Americans, as Nepal flood deaths mount
More than 1,000 people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
Key moments from Lindsay Clancy's trial as jury weighs the case
Lindsay Clancy, 36, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children and said she was suffering form postpartum psychosis. A jury is deliberating.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz agreement with Oman puts ball back in U.S. court
As U.S. economic pressure bites, Iran touts a plan with Oman to get ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz and suggests the next move is Trump's.
Judge considers Kennedy Center board's push to put Trump's name back on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson
The plaintiffs say the Trump administration is trying to fire them as a part of its "extraordinary censorship efforts."
Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario "Lake America"
The executive order directs the Interior Department to update the Geographic Names Information System, changing the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America.
Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
ICE grants $16.7 million contract to buy thousands of electric shock gloves
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
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Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Marine One's warning calls before mishap went unheard by air traffic controllers
The NTSB said tower recordings show controllers never heard Marine One's Aug. 4 calls warning it was preparing to take off, though separate recordings confirm the calls were made.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
Fed's Cook responds to Trump firing threat, calls attacks "unfounded and untrue"
A lawyer for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she "has never committed mortgage fraud or any intentional wrongdoing."
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
Bill Gates issues stark warning about AI's impact on American jobs
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
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ICE grants $16.7 million contract to buy thousands of electric shock gloves
ICE has granted a $16.7 million no-bid contract for 6,000 gloves that can deliver electric shocks, a new use-of-force tool that the agency claims will help officers control resisting detainees.
Marine One's warning calls before mishap went unheard by air traffic controllers
The NTSB said tower recordings show controllers never heard Marine One's Aug. 4 calls warning it was preparing to take off, though separate recordings confirm the calls were made.
Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
Judge considers Kennedy Center board's push to put Trump's name back on building
The Kennedy Center's board of trustees voted earlier this month to add inscriptions recognizing President Trump to the building's facade.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson
The plaintiffs say the Trump administration is trying to fire them as a part of its "extraordinary censorship efforts."
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Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
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Toronto mayor calls tariff fight "unnecessary"
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow told CBS News that around 5,000 jobs in Toronto's textile, clothing and leather manufacturing industries could be affected, which "means the price of Americans buying things, the cost will go up."
Nepal flood highlights glacier risks in warming Himalayas: "The new normal"
The deadly flash flood in Nepal was likely caused by a huge chunk of a glacier that broke off and temporarily dammed a river, according to preliminary investigations by scientists.
UEFA preparing criminal complaint against FIFA leader Gianni Infantino
UEFA said it is preparing a criminal complaint in Swiss courts against FIFA's Gianni Infantino over possible financial mismanagement related to his failed plan to sell future World Cup profits to private investors.
Ratko Mladic, so-called "Butcher of Bosnia," dies in prison at 84
The Bosnian Serb general oversaw atrocities in Bosnia in the 1990s. He was sentenced to life in prison in 2017.
Ancient gold treasures stolen from museum in "super-fast" raid
The treasure was discovered in 1963 by archaeologist Jose Maria Soler in a vessel sunk in a dried-out riverbed in Villena.
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Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
How Dolly Parton supported the Black community
Nashville historian David Ewing joins "The Daily Report" to break down how Dolly Parton used her royalties from Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" to uplift the Black community in the city.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Bill Gates' dire warning about AI
Microsoft founder and computer pioneer Bill Gates changed the world forever with his technological innovation. Now, Gates is warning that the development of artificial intelligence without strong oversight and regulation could threaten society as we know it. MIT professor Max Tegmark shares his concerns.
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.
Meta settles social media addiction suit
A series of lawsuits accused tech giant Meta of purposefully designing social media apps to entice users and cause social media addiction. Meta will pay out $17 billion in a landmark settlement. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Why does the Meta settlement matter?
Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement with 47 states over social media addiction could result in some major changes to social media rules, especially for children. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins with more.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Jury to consider lesser charges in Clancy trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial directed jurors to consider lesser criminal charges in addition to first-degree murder as deliberations began on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Sailboat theft ends in deadly shootout
What started with the theft of a luxury sailboat near the foot of Manhattan ended with a deadly police shootout in Rhode Island. Tom Hanson has the details.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Jury deliberating in Lindsay Clancy's trial
Lawyers made their closing arguments in Lindsay Clancy's trial on Thursday. The prosecution argued that she not only killed her three young children, but planned the murder and knew it was wrong. The defense called Clancy a woman who lived for her children and had been crying out for help that never came. Shanelle Kaul has more from the Massachusetts courthouse and Caroline Polisi breaks it down.
Court hears closing arguments in Clancy trial
Attorneys delivered closing arguments Thursday in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of murdering her three young children. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul was in the courtroom and has more.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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NFL teams finalize rosters ahead of season
Tyler Dragon, an NFL reporter at USA Today, joins "The Daily Report" to break down what to expect from the upcoming football season.
Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
Jury to consider lesser charges in Clancy trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial directed jurors to consider lesser criminal charges in addition to first-degree murder as deliberations began on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Golf caddy gets full ride to college
The Old Barnwell Golf Club in South Carolina has a special program that focuses on how the club can give back to its caddies. After Daniella Penaloza impressed the club with her work ethic, she received a full ride from the University of South Carolina. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Sailboat theft ends in deadly shootout
What started with the theft of a luxury sailboat near the foot of Manhattan ended with a deadly police shootout in Rhode Island. Tom Hanson has the details.