Cornyn says Democrats "getting cold feet" on impeachment
The top Republican suggested that Democrats are showing a "lack of confidence in what they've done so far."
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Cornyn: Trump conflating Russia issues
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, joins Margaret Brennan to discuss the new indictments in the Mueller probe and the road ahead for President Trump's Supreme Court Nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh.
Republicans to vote on Senate leader
Republicans on Wednesday will choose between South Dakota Sen. John Thune, Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Florida Sen. Rick Scott to replace outgoing GOP Senate Leader Mitch McConnell. At this point, President-elect Donald Trump hasn't lent his support to any of the three, but Scott is positioning himself as the MAGA candidate. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
What is a recess appointment?
Congressional Republicans are preparing to carry out President-elect Donald Trump's agenda. This weekend, he took to social media saying that the next Senate Republican leader must "agree to recess appointments." CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion breaks down what that is, and what else the next leader will be tasked with.
Congress' agenda for lame-duck session
Lawmakers returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday for the first time since Election Day. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what Congress has in store for the remainder of its term.
Who will be the next Senate leader?
Three names -- Florida Sen. Rick Scott, South Dakota Sen. John Thune and Texas Sen. John Cornyn -- are being floated in Congress as Senate Republicans prepare to meet to choose their next leader. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
GOP to vote on Senate leader Wednesday
Votes are still being counted in key U.S. House races, but it's looking more likely that President-elect Donald Trump will take office with the Republicans holding majorities in both chambers of Congress. In the Senate, where the GOP has already clinched control, Republicans will vote on a new leader to replace Mitch McConnell on Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Musk backs Rick Scott for GOP Senate leader
On Wednesday, Senate Republicans will select the next majority leader. Several Trump allies, including billionaire Elon Musk, are pushing for Florida Sen. Rick Scott. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on the state of the Senate leadership race.
Latest on Republican Senate leader race
John Cornyn, John Thune and Rick Scott have emerged as the frontrunners to replace Mitch McConnell and become Senate majority leader in January, but President-elect Donald Trump hasn't lent his support to any of them yet. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on that and the ongoing vote count for races that will decide the majority in the House.
Cornyn running for Senate GOP leader, kicking off race to replace McConnell
"I believe the Senate is broken — that is not news to anyone. The good news is that it can be fixed, and I intend to play a major role in fixing it," Sen. John Cornyn said.
Cornyn announces bid for Senate GOP leader
Texas Republican Sen. John Cornyn announced he is running to replace Mitch McConnell as the next GOP leader in the Senate. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Capitol physician clears McConnell
The Capitol attending physician said Thursday Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is "medically clear to continue with his schedule." The statement came a day after McConnell appeared to freeze during an exchange with reporters in Kentucky. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Senators reflect on impact of bipartisan gun legislation 1 year later
"There's no doubt that this bill is saving lives," Sen. Chris Murphy said about the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which President Biden signed into law one year ago.
Biden walks along U.S.-Mexico border in trip to Texas
The visit is his first to the U.S.-Mexico border as president.
Senators announce bipartisan gun control deal
A bipartisan group of senators have reached an agreement on a framework for gun control legislation in the wake of multiple mass shootings. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green spoke with Jonathan Kott, a former senior adviser to Democratic Senators Joe Manchin and Chris Coons, and Lauren Zelt, a former deputy communications director to Republican Senator Kelly Ayotte, about the challenges to getting this passed.
Lawmakers trying to compromise on gun control
The House Judiciary Committee will meet Thursday to discuss major pieces of gun control legislation. A group of bipartisan senators has also agreed to continue meeting to discuss measures that could pass with a 60-vote majority. CBS News Congressional Correspondent Scott MacFarlane spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Errol Barnett on CBS News about what to expect from these meetings.
Peter Navarro subpoenaed in Jan. 6 probe
Peter Navarro, former trade adviser in the Trump administration, has been subpoenaed by the Justice Department as part of its investigation into the January 6 attack on the U.S Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss that and other developments.
Biden urging Congress to take action on guns
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced new legislation to cap the number of handguns in Canada, while several U.S. senators discuss possible options for bipartisan action. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with more on the political reaction in the wake of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
How Biden and Congress can address gun violence
CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion join "Red & Blue" to discuss the options President Biden and Congress have in addressing gun violence, and why a solution doesn't seem readily apparent.
Widow advocates for change
One widow is advocating for suicides to be classified as line-of-duty distinctions for police officers after her husband's death in the wake the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to share Erin Smith's story and how lawmakers are responding.
Trump leads conversation on gun reform
President Trump commented again on gun reform Monday in a session with governors from 38 states and Puerto Rico. He suggested arming a small group of "gun-adept" teachers at schools. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins CBSN with a look at the latest news about the gun debate from Washington.
School shooting reignites gun control debate
The White House says President Trump supports efforts to improve federal background checks. This comes as Republican Sen. John Cornyn and Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy make a new push for their bipartisan gun control bill. Molly Hooper, a CBSN political contributor and The Hill's Capitol Hill reporter, analyzes the latest.
Pelosi's "white guys" comment
House Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer on Thursday took issue with House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi's comments that "five white guys" -- a group that includes Hoyer -- are the ones working on a fix for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. CBSN's Elaine Quijano reports on "Red & Blue."
Cornyn and Sinema introduce bipartisan immigration bill
With their bill, Senators Sinema and Cornyn aim to help manage the flow of migrants at the southern border and ensure migrants are treated humanely.
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, says the administration needs to toughen up its rhetoric on terrorism as a first step toward protecting the nation
Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, says the administration needs to toughen up its rhetoric on terrorism as a first step toward protecting the nation.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
Trump asks Supreme Court to step into dispute over mail-in ballot executive order
A federal appeals court on Sunday left in place a lower court decision that blocked implementation of key parts of President Trump's executive order.
Bryan Kohberger challenges conviction in Idaho murders
Bryan Kohberger, the man serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four University of Idaho students, filed a petition for post-conviction relief Monday.
Suspect among 3 killed in Seattle shooting; teen arrested, 3rd suspect sought
Police believe a suspect in the deadly shooting at a food festival in Seattle was among those who were killed, as another suspect remains on the loose and a teenager is in custody.
Savannah Guthrie asks alleged kidnappers to "do the right thing" in new video
In her Instagram post, the "Today" show host said her family had "done our part" and would "never stop looking for" their 84-year-old mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since February.
Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
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In Michigan Senate Democratic debate, Stevens and El-Sayed spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Georgia man who ran toward Capitol with shotgun pleads guilty
Prosecutors say Carter Camacho of Smyrna, Georgia, told police officers who apprehended him outside the Capitol that he intended to confront members of Congress and "scare them into speaking the truth."
Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
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Taylor Farms CEO pressed by lawmaker over cyclospora outbreak
Rep. Robert Garcia is seeking information about whether Taylor Farms used White House ties to influence the federal response to the foodborne illness outbreak.
Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.
Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.
Coca-Cola resumes Fairlife milk production after ransomware attack
Coca-Cola restarts production of Fairlife brand milk after a ransomware attack forced it to halt operations at several factories.
Cracker Barrel CEO who oversaw controversial logo redesign to step down
Masino will be replaced on Aug. 10 by David Deno, most recently the CEO of Bloomin' Brands.
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In Michigan Senate Democratic debate, Stevens and El-Sayed spar over outside spending
Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens clashed on outside spending and electability in their last debate before Michigan's Democratic primary next week.
Fauci diaries, released by Sen. Paul, touch on COVID origins, Trump
Republican Sen. Rand Paul released more than a thousand pages of journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci, teeing up what is likely to be a contentious hearing on Wednesday.
Ohio's GOP governor calls Trump's plans to deport Haitians a "mistake"
Republican Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine told CBS News the Trump administration's plan to ramp up deportations of Haitian migrants is a "mistake," arguing the move could bruise Ohio's economy.
Georgia man who ran toward Capitol with shotgun pleads guilty
Prosecutors say Carter Camacho of Smyrna, Georgia, told police officers who apprehended him outside the Capitol that he intended to confront members of Congress and "scare them into speaking the truth."
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Biden tapes released after legal battle, with references to classified material
Audio recordings that former President Joe Biden fought for years to keep private have now been released.
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Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Cyclospora outbreak impact on eating habits
Amid the outbreak of cyclospora, a CBS News poll finds 40% of Americans say they are buying or eating less produce. Nearly half of those polled say they have little or no confidence in the FDA to deal with the outbreak. Carter Evans reports.
Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead
Food safety experts say cuts to the public health system hobbled the response — and that the next outbreak could be much worse.
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
How Trump admin cuts have compromised food safety
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite, have been reported in 41 states. The outbreak comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff; disbanded a national advisory committee on how to prevent microbial contamination in food; winnowed down an early-warning surveillance program for specific pathogens; and further delayed a rule that would have required tracing contaminants from field to store. Correspondent David Pogue talks with experts who see the current compromises of food safety as "a national wake-up call."
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Friend describes last known movements of missing American in Grenada
American Elizabeth Waddell was last seen on July 22 while visiting the tiny Caribbean island of Grenada.
Knife attack in Paris thwarted by quick-thinking bystander, witness says
Officials say the motive behind a violent attack on three women in Paris is unclear, but the suspect shouted incoherently after being tackled by bystanders.
Berlin Pride attack suspect with ISIS ties raised red flags, group says
Officials said Abdul Ballout, a 21-year-old German-born citizen with Lebanese roots, plowed a vehicle into celebrants at one of Europe's largest Pride events.
Fugitive in 1973 murder of iconic singer Victor Jara is captured
Former military officer Nelson Haase was convicted in the death of Jara, who was tortured and murdered with 44 bullets on September 16, 1973.
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Trump says U.S. will "go back to doing what we were doing" if Iran talks stall
The U.S. and Iran hold fire amid work on a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the Trump administration says a military buildup continues.
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"The Odyssey" movie sparking interest in book
Moviegoers are turning out in droves for the IMAX spectacle "The Odyssey," but they're also flocking to something else: the 2,700-year-old source material. Matt Gutman has more.
Comedian Jeff Arcuri talks new special
Comedian Jeff Arcuri became a sensation on social media after more than a decade of performing at comedy clubs. He talks about his debut stand-up special, "Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You," his comedy reaching new audiences and a time when crowd work didn't go as expected.
Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis: "Learning how to live with it"
Carly Simon, the singer known for 1970s hits like "You're So Vain," announced she has Parkinson's disease and also was treated for basal cell carcinoma.
Paul de Gelder talks high-risk shark mission
Shark attack survivor and advocate Paul de Gelder talks to "CBS Mornings" about his high-risk mission to search for one of the largest sharks in the North Atlantic as part of this year's "Shark Week" on the Discovery Channel. He also addresses how he overcame his fear of sharks.
The adventurous life of supermodel Lauren Hutton
She didn't set out to be a model, or an actress, and several agencies rejected the gap-toothed Lauren Hutton, before Eileen Ford gave her a shot. As the face of Revlon, Hutton became the highest-paid model in history, and still holds the record for most cover appearances on American Vogue. She talks with Anthony Mason about her adventurous life of no regrets – from living among the bushmen of the Kalahari, to a near-fatal motorcycle accident in 2000. Even of the low points she says, "I'd do it again in a second." (Originally broadcast Jan. 25, 2026.)
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Amazon plans to deploy more than 5,000 satellites for new telecom service
Amazon Leo wants to launch a constellation of thousands of satellites to connect devices directly from space.
Theaters score with themed popcorn buckets
Bradley Blackburn visits gets a taste of the custom popcorn buckets from movies like "The Odyssey" that are driving fans crazy.
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.
Brands cash in on AI influencers
A growing number of faces on your feeds are generated by artificial intelligence, and brands are buying in. Increasingly, these AI influencers are marketing products, often deceptively, to consumers. Shanelle Kaul has more.
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How plants feel
Science shows us that, even though plants don't have brains, they seem to have a nervous system that responds to touch in remarkable ways. Robert Krulwich and puppeteer Barnaby Dixon explore the science of thigmomorphogenesis (the phenomenon of plants reacting to outside stimulae), a discussion that plants the seeds for a song.
Nearly 30 beluga whales sent to the U.S.
Nearly 30 beluga whales were sent to aquariums across the U.S. in a multinational emergency operation after their home aquarium in Canada shuttered. Jared Ochacher reports.
SpaceX launches first rocket since IPO
Elon Musk's aerospace company, SpaceX, launched its massive Starship rocket in its first test flight since the company went public. Since achieving the largest IPO in history, SpaceX's stock has dropped drastically. Mark Strassmann takes a look.
Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
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.
How AI data centers impact the environment
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.
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Kohberger says he was misled into guilty plea
Bryan Kohberger is claiming he was misled when he pleaded guilty to the 2022 murders of four Idaho college students. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest development in the case.
Ex-husband testifies in Lindsay Clancy trial
The trial for Lindsay Clancy, the woman accused of murdering her three small children, began Monday with her ex-husband taking the stand. Shanelle Kaul reports.
New details on Berlin Pride attack suspect
CBS News has learned that the 21-year-old man accused of plowing his vehicle through Berlin's Pride celebration on Saturday night had previously received a suspended sentence for charges related to his attempt to join ISIS. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has the latest from Berlin.
A look at Germany's deradicalization programs
Bill Braniff, executive director of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab at American University, joins "The Daily Report" to break down the attack that took place at an LGBTQ+ pride event in Berlin, Germany and new details on the suspect's time in a deradicalization program.
Police: At least 3 suspects in Seattle shooting
Court documents say at least three suspects were involved in Sunday's shooting at a Seattle food festival. One suspect is in custody, another is at large, and the police believe one died at the scene. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
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Russian Soyuz brings three home after 8 months at space station
The Soyuz MS-28 landing in Kazakhstan brought a 241-day stay in space to a successful conclusion.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Extended interview: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, a Republican, tells CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez that President Trump is making a mistake with his plan to ramp up arrests and deportations of Haitian migrants. "Haiti is hell today," DeWine says, "So you'd be sending people … back to hell."
Trump's "Freedom 250" funding scrutiny
An attempt by House Republicans to crack down on hard-to-trace fundraising methods used by left-leaning organizations could force President Trump's "Freedoom 250" project to disclose more information about its finances. CBS News' Gabe Kaminsky reports.
Joe Biden tapes released after legal battle
Audio recordings of former President Joe Biden's interviews with his ghostwriter, which Biden fought to keep sealed, were released Monday. CBS News investigative reporter Josh Boswell reports on what they reveal.
Trump downplays defense stockpile concerns
President Trump is downplaying concerns about dwindling defense stockpiles after months of on-and-off fighting with Iran. Bradley Bowman, senior director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies' Center on Military and Political Power, joins with analysis.
Kohberger says he was misled into guilty plea
Bryan Kohberger is claiming he was misled when he pleaded guilty to the 2022 murders of four Idaho college students. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest development in the case.