McCain: "What we need to do is go to Raqqa and kill" ISIS
From Kabul, Afghanistan, Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, tells "Face the Nation" host John Dickerson that it's time for American troops to crack down on ISIS' stronghold in Raqqa, Syria.
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CBS' "Face the Nation" brings you the latest on the terror attack in Bangladesh and the 2016 campaign trail, with Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, Mitt Romney, and others.
John McCain is backtracking Thursday after stating that President Obama was "directly responsible" for the Orlando attacks
John McCain is backtracking Thursday after stating that President Obama was "directly responsible" for the Orlando attacks. The Arizona senator made the controversial remarks while arguing to reporters that the President's ISIS policy has been ineffective.CBSN's Reena Ninan and Vladimir Duthiers have the details.
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At least four people have died and several others are missing after torrential rains flooded parts of Texas; Hunter the bald eagle is the world's first bird trained to take down drones that cause trouble in the sky.
Donald Trump told a crowd at the Lincoln Memorial he was going to take care of veterans, as thousands of bikers rolled into the nation's capitol to pay tribute to the military
Donald Trump told a crowd at the Lincoln Memorial he was going to take care of veterans, as thousands of bikers rolled into the nation's capitol to pay tribute to the military. Trump did not make any references to remarks he made last year, when he said John McCain wasn't a war hero. Julianna Goldman has more.
Just days after the president announced more troops will be sent to Syria in the fight against ISIS, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona criticized the president for having a "reactive, slow, and insufficient" response in the Middle East
Just days after the president announced more troops will be sent to Syria in the fight against ISIS, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona criticized the president for having a "reactive, slow, and insufficient" response in the Middle East.
Donald Trump was the target of major attacks at the most recent GOP debate in Detroit, Michigan
Donald Trump was the target of major attacks at the most recent GOP debate in Detroit, Michigan. He was also called out by former Republican nominees Mitt Romney and John McCain. CBS News correspondent Major Garrett has more on whether these attacks help or hurt Trump's campaign.
It wasn't just the GOP debate moderators Donald Trump had to defend himself against, as Mitt Romney and John McCain denounced the Republican frontrunner
It wasn't just the GOP debate moderators Donald Trump had to defend himself against, as Mitt Romney and John McCain denounced the Republican frontrunner. Rick Davis, political contributor for CBSN and John McCain’s presidential campaign manager in 2008, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the 2016 race.
CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss Thursday night's fiery Republican debate in Detroit and controversy over Trump University
CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss Thursday night's fiery Republican debate in Detroit and controversy over Trump University.
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett talks to Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, the 2012 GOP nominee, about his views on the Republican frontrunner
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett talks to Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, the 2012 GOP nominee, about his views on the Republican frontrunner
Donald Trump is still leading the polls ahead of both Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz in the Republican race
Donald Trump is still leading the polls ahead of both Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz in the Republican race. Major Garrett got Sen. John McCain's thoughts about the state of the party.
While Donald Trump takes aim at fellow Republican candidate Ted Cruz over his citizenship, other Republicans, like Sen. John McCain, are joining in
While Donald Trump takes aim at fellow Republican candidate Ted Cruz over his citizenship, other Republicans, like Sen. John McCain, are joining in. CBS News digital journalist Sopan Deb is following Trump's campaign trail and joins CBSN with more.
During a radio interview Wednesday, former GOP presidential nominee John McCain said he was not sure if 2016 Republican hopeful Ted Cruz was eligible to be elected since he was born on Canadian soil
During a radio interview Wednesday, former GOP presidential nominee John McCain said he was not sure if 2016 Republican hopeful Ted Cruz was eligible to be elected since he was born on Canadian soil. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has details.
Sens. John McCain, R-Arizona, and Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, join CBS' "Face the Nation" from Baghdad to discuss Obama's foreign policy and the war against ISIS
Sens. John McCain, R-Arizona, and Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, join CBS' "Face the Nation" from Baghdad to discuss Obama's foreign policy and the war against ISIS
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, believes it’s time to recruit the United States’ Arab allies in the fight against ISIS
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, believes it’s time to recruit the United States’ Arab allies in the fight against ISIS. The top Republican weighs in on the American strategy to defeat terrorism abroad, joined by presidential candidate Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.
The latest on the fight against ISIS and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, and others
The latest on the fight against ISIS and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, and others
On this day 125 years ago, Army hosted Navy in their very first football game at West Point and has since become the leading rivalry in the sport
On this day 125 years ago, Army hosted Navy in their very first football game at West Point and has since become the leading rivalry in the sport. Charles Osgood reports.
The former Alaska Governor and GOP vice presidential candidate is not among the many Republicans running for President
The former Alaska Governor and GOP vice presidential candidate is not among the many Republicans running for President. But she says she's keeping her long-range options open - and while she admits to mistakes, she makes no apologies about speaking out on the issues. Correspondent Tracy Smith visited with Palin at her home in Wasilla, Aka.
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination and is a close friend of Sen. John McCain
Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination, is a close friend of Sen. John McCain. Graham was with McCain Monday at a town hall in New York where they discussed the Iran nuclear deal. Graham, who recently retired from the Air Force reserve, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Trump's recent remarks about the former Vietnam prisoner of war and the Iran nuclear deal.
Republican Primary Candidate Donald Trump says he will not back down on criticisms of Senator John McCain's military service
Republican Primary Candidate Donald Trump says he will not back down on criticisms of Senator John McCain's military service. McCain's former national campaign manager Rick Davis spoke to CBSN's Jeff Glor about the controversy.
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As Republican presidential candidates denounce Donald Trump for comments he made about Sen. John McCain's military service, Trump is showing no signs of backing down; and Mick Fanning was competing in a televised surf competition in South Africa when suddenly a shark attacked him.
In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Donald Trump explained why he doesn't feel a need to apologize to Sen. John McCain for remarks he made about his military service
In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Donald Trump explained why he doesn't feel a need to apologize to Sen. John McCain for remarks he made about his military service.
As Republican presidential candidates denounce Donald Trump for comments he made about Sen. John McCain's military service, Trump is showing no signs of backing down
As Republican presidential candidates denounce Donald Trump for comments he made about Sen. John McCain's military service, Trump is showing no signs of backing down. CBS News correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
GOP candidates denounce Donald Trump after he made negative comments about Sen. John McCain
GOP candidates denounce Donald Trump after he made negative comments about Sen. John McCain. RealClearPolitics' Caitlin Huey-Burns talks to CBSN about Trump's comments.
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
President Trump appeared to lay out his red line of action on Friday when he warned that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Who won Golden Globes for 2026? See the full winners list here
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Iran threatens protesters, U.S. troops in region, as unrest continues
As activists say Iran's anti-government unrest has seen at least 538 people killed, the nation's rulers threaten protesters and U.S. forces across the Mideast.
Omar says federal probe into Minnesota fraud is "creating confusion and chaos"
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar denounced a surge of federal agents to Minneapolis targeting Somalis and other immigrants after a fraud scheme in the state.
Homeland Security again restricts when lawmakers can visit ICE facilities
The Department of Homeland Security policy is dated Jan. 8 and was submitted Saturday in federal court comes amid three Democratic lawmakers being denied entry to an ICE facility in Minneapolis.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Justice Dept. served subpoenas to the Fed, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
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Justice Dept. served subpoenas to the Fed, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Omar says it is "not acceptable" to make early judgments on Minneapolis shooting
"If they're saying we shouldn't believe our eyes, then let the investigation take place before you characterize this mother of three as a domestic terrorist," Rep. Ilhan Omar said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
2 men killed, 2 others rescued after avalanche in Washington state
Kittitas County Sheriff said four men were on two snowmobiles in an area near Longs Pass trail on Friday afternoon when they were caught in the mass of snow.
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Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Looking for a job? Here are the best U.S. cities to find openings.
Midsize cities like Pittsburgh and Columbia, South Carolina, offer some of the best employment prospects, analysis finds.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
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Justice Dept. served subpoenas to the Fed, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Omar says it is "not acceptable" to make early judgments on Minneapolis shooting
"If they're saying we shouldn't believe our eyes, then let the investigation take place before you characterize this mother of three as a domestic terrorist," Rep. Ilhan Omar said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Reference to Trump's impeachments removed from National Portrait Gallery
The wall text, which summarized Trump's first presidency and noted his 2024 comeback victory, was part of the museum's "American Presidents" exhibition.
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"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
State of denial: Insurers' impact on health care
Millions of Americans are struggling with medical care – either unable to pay high premiums, burdened with high deductibles, or denied coverage for necessary tests and treatment by health insurance companies. Erin Moriarty of "48 Hours" talks with doctors and health experts about how medical care is being eroded by insurers motivated by profit. As one doctor says, insurance companies have "made it more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
Doctors thought he had cancer. An offhand suggestion led to a rare diagnosis.
Andy Provencher spent a year searching for the cause of his exhausting symptoms before a physician's assistant suggested a rare illness.
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
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U.S. officials to meet with Danish officials Wednesday about Greenland, sources say
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Human heads displayed at Ecuador tourist beach in warning to gangs
Images on social media showed five heads tied with ropes on two wooden posts at a popular whale watching destination in Ecuador's southwest.
Greenland conquest "would be disastrous," Sen. Tim Kaine says
"I think Congress will stop [President Trump', both Democrats and Republicans," Sen. Tim Kaine about any plans to take Greenland by military force.
Trump briefed on new options for military strikes in Iran, source says
President Trump appeared to lay out his red line of action on Friday when he warned that if the Iranian government began "killing people like they have in the past, we would get involved."
Transcript: Sen. Tim Kaine on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 11, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Tim Kaine, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Jan. 11, 2026.
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Remembering the Grateful Dead's Bob Weir
Andres Gutierrez looks back at the life and career of Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir, who has died at 78.
Extended interview: Carrie Coon
In this web exclusive, actress Carrie Coon, star of the TV series "The Gilded Age" and "The White Lotus," talks with Jim Axelrod about her return to Broadway in the play "Bug," written by her husband, Tracy Letts. She also talks about the state of Broadway today.
Extended interview: Tracy Letts and Carrie Coon
In this web exclusive, actor and playwright Tracy Letts, and actress Carrie Coon, star of the TV series "The Gilded Age" and "The White Lotus," talk with Jim Axelrod about their marriage, and their collaboration in the new Broadway production of "Bug."
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How to outsmart cybercriminals and protect your data
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
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.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Privacy impact of Gmail tools driven by AI
Millions of Americans who use Gmail are getting a new package of tools, driven by artificial intelligence. Google says it's trying to make Gmail more like a personal assistant as it brings more of its Gemini AI to your inbox with three updates. The changes come with some privacy concerns. Jo Ling Kent explains.
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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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Arrest made in Ohio dentist murder mystery
Michael McKee, 39, is accused of shooting and killing his ex-wife, Monique, and her husband, Spencer Tepe. The couple was found dead in their Columbus, Ohio, home last month. Ali Bauman reports.
A young mom was near death from lead poisoning. Who was trying to kill her?
Hannah Pettey, 22, a married mother of two from Alabama, suffered debilitating pain and lost more than 45 pounds as her health rapidly declined. Doctors suspected either her mother or her husband were trying to poison her.
Cold case murder victim was a bridesmaid in killer's wedding
The investigation into the 1995 murder of Texas teacher Mary Catherine Edwards went cold for years. Advances in forensic science and tireless work by investigators would reveal the startling connection between the victim and her killer.
Chicago man arrested in murders of Ohio dentist and his wife, police say
Michael McKee is the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, according to court records obtained by CBS News. Tepe and her husband, Spencer, were shot and killed in Columbus on Dec. 30.
Mangione's lawyers fight to block death penalty
Luigi Mangione was back in court on Friday, where his lawyers worked to block the Justice Department from seeking the death penalty in his federal trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione pleaded not guilty in April 2025.
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Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
NASA cutting ISS mission short
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
ISS crew returning early due to medical issue
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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A suspect is in custody after the oldest synagogue in Mississippi, and the only synagogue in the city of Jackson, was set on fire in a suspected arson attack. Shanelle Kaul has more.
Noem: More federal agents coming to Minnesota
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says hundreds more federal agents are being sent to Minnesota as protests continue there and across the country, demanding justice after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Good. Nicole Sganga has more.
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President Trump has been briefed on new military options for a strike against Iran amid widespread protests and a government crackdown on communications for Iranians, a senior U.S. official tells CBS News. Willie James Inman has more.