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Attorney General Pam Bondi promised maximum transparency after Congress demanded almost unanimously to release files about Jeffrey Epstein. But some lawmakers say they're worried a new investigation into Epstein's Democratic friends could be used as a pretext to withhold key documents. Nancy Cordes has more.
The long-awaited bill to release the Jeffrey Epstein files headed to President Trump's desk on Wednesday. The House and Senate approved legislation would compel the Justice Department to release any documents related to the Epstein investigation within 30 days. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa have the details.
Republicans in Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's district say they respect her for being true to herself despite the lawmaker's recent clashes with President Trump.
Legislation that would force the release of federal files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is now only missing President Trump's signature. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Harvard University is opening a new inquiry into faculty connections with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Cam Srivastava, college administration reporter for The Harvard Crimson, joins CBS News with more.
Jena-Lisa Jones, a survivor of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, told CBS News what she would say to President Trump after he initially expressed opposition to the release of the Justice Department's files related to Epstein. Mr. Trump is now expected to sign into law a measure that would force the release of the files. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Annie Farmer, who testified that she was sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what she expects from the Epstein files.
When asked whether the Justice Department will release all the files related to Jeffrey Epstein after the House and Senate passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Attorney General Pam Bondi said her office will "continue to follow the law with maximum transparency." She took questions during a news conference announcing new charges against alleged drug trafficker Ryan Wedding.
The bill that would force the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is heading to President Trump's desk after formally clearing the Senate on Wednesday. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
The Senate on Wednesday formally approved the bill to force the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, sending it to President Trump's desk for signature. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are spending some of the day at the Kennedy Center for the US-Saudi Investment Forum. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
The House officially sent the Epstein Files Transparency Act to the Senate for formal approval, and it's expected to arrive at President Trump's desk to be signed on Wednesday. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Annie Farmer, one of the women who has been outspoken about the abuse she endured when she was younger, is reacting to the process in Congress for the release of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Farmer joined CBS News' with more.
Annie Farmer, who testified she was sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell when she was 16, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about Congress' vote to release the files. She said she's hopeful there will be transparency following this vote, but still has concerns. She also spoke about Maxwell, saying, "she needs to serve her full sentence."
GOP Rep. Clay Higgins was the only House member to vote against a bill that would require the Justice Department to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Rep. Thomas Massie says the bill moving through Congress to compel the Department of Justice to release all the Jeffrey Epstein investigation materials will enforce the power of law on Trump administration officials in case the president doesn't allow a full release. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Congress voted nearly unanimously to force the release of the DOJ files on Jeffrey Epstein despite months of opposition by many Republicans, including President Trump, who recently reversed his stance. The bill heads to Mr. Trump's desk. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Robert Costa breaks down what the president is saying and the views of lawmakers moving forward.
The Epstein files bill is expected to reach President Trump's desk for his signature on Wednesday. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
The House and the Senate passed a bill on Tuesday to force the Justice Department to release its files related to Jeffrey Epstein. It comes after months of opposition from President Trump and GOP leadership - and after years of lobbying from some of Epstein's accusers. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
The measure compelling the Justice Department to release materials related to Jeffrey Epstein won congressional approval. In a sudden reversal, President Trump told lawmakers they should vote for it.
The House and Senate voted near unanimously to force the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files, as dozens of survivors of his abuse gathered at the Capitol. Nikole Killion has more.
Documents suggest Epstein had contacts with the Saudi royal family and traveled to the Kingdom in the last years of his life.
The House on Tuesday voted almost unanimously to pass a bill that would compel the Justice Department to release any documents related to the Epstein investigation. Meanwhile, Senators, through the process of unanimous consent, agreed to send the bill to President Trump's desk for his signature without any amendments once it's received from the House. CBS News' Erica Brown has more.
The Senate has agreed to pass the Epstein files bill as soon as it arrives in the chamber. It comes after no one objected to Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's unanimous consent request to pass the House legislation. Political strategists Terry Sullivan and Kendra Barkoff Lamy join with analysis.
The House on Tuesday passed a bill that would force the Justice Department to release all files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas joins "The Takeout" with her reaction.
The House on Tuesday overwhelmingly passed a bill to force the Justice Department to release its trove of files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Aaron Navarro have the latest.
The Pentagon keeps insisting the Strait of Hormuz is open, but with Iranian attacks continuing, one shipping insider says "nothing is going through."
Nolan Wells, 18, was found dead just off Horn Island in Mississippi after enjoying a day out with friends on July 4.
President Trump attended a dignified transfer honoring the four U.S. Army soldiers killed in the Middle East in recent days during the ongoing war with Iran.
Another deadline to fund the government is looming this fall in Congress, and lawmakers seem eager to avoid another costly impasse ahead of the midterm elections.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
Democrats in the Senate and House are investigating the origins of a DOJ legal opinion that would make it easier for states to keep people with mental illness in institutions, rather than helping them to live at home.
The Justice Department is trying to force the two Chinese companies to recall immersion water heaters used for bathtubs and pools.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia are expected to sign a deal for U.S. companies to run nuclear power for the Saudis, potentially allowing the Saudis to enrich their own fuel for nuclear reactors.
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
Another deadline to fund the government is looming this fall in Congress, and lawmakers seem eager to avoid another costly impasse ahead of the midterm elections.
The Justice Department is trying to force the two Chinese companies to recall immersion water heaters used for bathtubs and pools.
President Trump attended a dignified transfer honoring the four U.S. Army soldiers killed in the Middle East in recent days during the ongoing war with Iran.
The site claims its hub will provide accurate insights into election outcomes based on traders' bets.
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
The site claims its hub will provide accurate insights into election outcomes based on traders' bets.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company on its own in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident."
Another deadline to fund the government is looming this fall in Congress, and lawmakers seem eager to avoid another costly impasse ahead of the midterm elections.
The Justice Department is trying to force the two Chinese companies to recall immersion water heaters used for bathtubs and pools.
President Trump attended a dignified transfer honoring the four U.S. Army soldiers killed in the Middle East in recent days during the ongoing war with Iran.
Democrats in the Senate and House are investigating the origins of a DOJ legal opinion that would make it easier for states to keep people with mental illness in institutions, rather than helping them to live at home.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia are expected to sign a deal for U.S. companies to run nuclear power for the Saudis, potentially allowing the Saudis to enrich their own fuel for nuclear reactors.
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
The Office of Personnel Management said it will "pseudonymize" medical records it collects on more than 8 million people — federal workers and retirees, and their family members.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made his first public comment on the growing cyclosporiasis outbreak on Tuesday, declaring it under control and denying that cutbacks to monitoring activities have hurt U.S. food safety. Carter Evans reports.
France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency.
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia are expected to sign a deal for U.S. companies to run nuclear power for the Saudis, potentially allowing the Saudis to enrich their own fuel for nuclear reactors.
As lawmakers approve a social media ban on kids and phones in high schools, Macron says France is "leading the way in Europe when it comes to protecting our children."
The ancient remains were found face down and will undergo radiocarbon dating to determine their age. DNA analysis will also be carried out to determine the person's sex.
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
Anson Mount previews the fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." He talks about his introduction to "Star Trek" and why he thinks it's the best season yet.
Tenisha Warner sat down for an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" before a lawsuit over her late husband's estate became public, and discussed her grief and raising her daughter alone.
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has made history as the first feature-length film shot entirely on 70mm IMAX cameras. Jay Holben, technical editor for the American Cinematographer, joins CBS News to discuss.
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
As lawmakers approve a social media ban on kids and phones in high schools, Macron says France is "leading the way in Europe when it comes to protecting our children."
U.S. tech giants are concerned about cheap Chinese AI models, according to a new report from The Wall Street Journal. Amrith Ramkumar, a tech policy reporter at The Wall Street Journal who contributed to the story, joins to discuss.
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.
ChatGPT maker OpenAI says its artificial intelligence system hacked into another AI company on its own in what the company called an "unprecedented cyber incident."
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Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
A multi-day hearing began Tuesday in Los Angeles where the singer known as D4vd is facing murder and other felony charges in the death of a teenage girl. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
A veteran was arrested for allegedly setting off fireworks and starting a fire in front of a Manhattan building that houses several federal offices, including ICE, the FBI says. CBS News' Anna Schecter shares more details.
Some 1,700 pounds of cocaine was concealed in a refrigerated container from Ecuador among dozens of pallets of bananas, police said.
Two Greek American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, police said. CBS News' Anna Coren has more.
More details are emerging about the Army veteran accused of starting a fire outside a federal building in lower Manhattan on Monday. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more.
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, has advanced to the next stage in the Senate's nomination process. Meanwhile, another Senate committee will vote Thursday on Mr. Trump's pick for attorney general, Todd Blanche. Jeffrey Epstein victims urge senators to reject Blanche. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Arizona candidates backed by President Trump swept the state's primary elections on Tuesday. CBS News' Zak Hudak has more.
President Trump, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and family members attended a dignified transfer on Wednesday honoring the four U.S. Army soldiers killed in the Middle East in recent days during the war with Iran. Mugo Odigwe anchored CBS News' coverage.
ENCORE: A college student is killed by her boyfriend who lived right across the street. Her family's long battle to keep him in prison. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports Saturday, July 25 at 10/9c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Sen. Michael Bennet, a Democrat from Washington, challenged some of U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer's assertions about the successes of President Trump's trade policies and their impact on farmers.