Judge who wore Elvis wig and played his music in court to step down

Judge Matthew Thornhill wrote in a letter that he intended "to add levity at times when I thought it would help relax litigants."

• Nov 24

Viral judge turns every wedding into a party

When couples come before Dallas Judge Adam Swartz to say "I do," it's more than a legal ceremony — it's a bonafide bash. Janet Shamlian has more.

• Nov 3
• 01:32

Judge orders arrest of ex-Green Beret tied to failed Venezuela raid

Jordan Goudreau was arrested last year on weapons smuggling charges tied to the failed coup attempt undertaken during the first Trump administration.

• Nov 1

Judge Frank Caprio, known for his compassion in court, dies at 88

Judge Frank Caprio, a former judge for the Providence Municipal Court, died following a bout with pancreatic cancer, according to a statement posted to social media.

• Aug 21

Dr. David Klatzow, a specialist in forensic science, talks with CBS correspondent Debora Patta about the Oscar Pistorius verdict and his disappointment in the judge’s ruling

Dr. David Klatzow, a specialist in forensic science, talks with CBS correspondent Debora Patta about the Oscar Pistorius verdict and his disappointment in the judge’s ruling.

• Sep 12, 2014
• 02:10

Democrats use Trump’s own words against him

House impeachment managers are expected Thursday to lay out exactly how President Trump's abuse of power violated the constitution. This comes after 100 senators acting as both judge and jury in the trial sat in silence while House Democrats presented the evidence they say prove the president's guilt. Nancy Cordes is on Capitol Hill to break down hours of legal arguments.

• Jan 23, 2020
• 04:10

Court looking into extraditing Huawei executive

A Canadian judge will begin hearing evidence Monday on whether to extradite top Chinese executive Meng Wenzhou to the U.S. on bank fraud charges. It’s a case involving big money, high tech and international politics. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

• Jan 19, 2020
• 02:01

Scientist behind gene-edited babies sentenced

A Chinese scientist who helped create the world's first genetically edited babies is going to prison. A judge in China sentenced He Jiankui to three years for carrying out "illegal medical practices."

• Dec 30, 2019
• 01:38

Blueprints for 3D-printed guns banned online

Blueprints for 3D printed plastic guns are banned from the internet – for now. Last year the Trump administration allowed a Texas company to make the digital blueprints available online. But a federal judge ruled Tuesday that this agreement broke federal law.

• Nov 13, 2019
• 01:31

American accused in Anguilla hotel death

A judge on the Caribbean island of Anguilla will decide Monday if a Connecticut man will go on trial for allegedly killing a hotel worker. Scott Hapgood was vacationing with his family in April when he says Kenny Mitchel tried to rob him. Mitchel died after a struggle, and Hapgood was charged with manslaughter. Errol Barnett reports.

• Nov 11, 2019
• 03:42

Mike Pence, full interview

Vice President Mike Pence discusses President Trump's comments about the "so-called judge" and the temporary injunction that halted his executive orders. He also spoke about Mr. Trump's relationship with Russia and Vladimir Putin. The interview aired on the Feb. 5, 2017 broadcast of "Face the Nation."

• Feb 5, 2017
• 11:49

McCain on the Senate

Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona says he regrets going nuclear to confirm Judge Gorsuch. "I think both parties will rue this day," the Senator argues. "It will drive to more liberal judges when the Democrats have the majority."

• Apr 9, 2017
• 00:29

Rep. Trey Gowdy urges Senate to be "fair to the witness" in Kavanaugh, Ford hearings

Rep. Trey Gowdy, R-South Carolina, says that both Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford will live with the consequences of this week’s public hearing for the rest of their lives.

• Sep 23, 2018
• 07:33

What are the repercussions of a potential Kavanaugh, Ford open hearing?

Amy Walter, Dan Balz, Seung Min Kim and Reihan Salam discuss the partisan tinge the Kavanaugh, Ford hearing will put on the #MeToo movement and the questions senators are preparing for the hearing.

• Sep 23, 2018
• 14:37

Open: This is Face the Nation, October 7th

This week on “Face the Nation” John Dickerson chats with Sen. Susan Collins of Maine and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell about the battle waged over Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus, the political panel weighs in on how this week will affect midterms.

• Oct 7, 2018
• 01:48

Law and Disorder

Judge Judith Sheindlin is known in New York City Family Court for her testy attitude and harsh lectures. But she tells Morley Safer there's a reason she's so tough: She is determined to improve the lives of the families she encounters.

• Oct 24, 1993
• 14:01

Collins, Heitkamp explain Kavanaugh votes

One voted no and one voted yes, but both put their political futures in jeopardy. More on 60 Minutes, tonight at 7 p.m. ET/PT.

• Oct 7, 2018
• 00:37

"Where were you hit?" Police respond after judge shot

Dashcam video shows police officers arriving to Judge Julie Kocurek's home Nov. 6, 2015, moments after she had been shot by a man dressed in black.

• Aug 31, 2019
• 00:52

Wisconsin judge pleads not guilty in ICE case

Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty to federal obstruction charges on Thursday. She's accused of helping a man evade immigration authorities at her courthouse. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.

• May 15
• 02:41

Battle over deportation flights

Federal Judge James Boasberg has found probable cause to hold the Trump administration in contempt for ignoring his order to stop several deportation flights to El Salvador. Boasberg said the government "deliberately flouted" his orders.

• Apr 17
• 02:22

Judge, DOJ clash over man mistakenly deported

A federal judge says she's seen no evidence officials have done anything to comply with her order to facilitate the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison last month. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

• Apr 16
• 03:08

Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept

Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.

• Apr 10

Judge blocks release of records showing bodies of Gene Hackman, wife

The ruling allows the possible release of redacted police body camera video and other investigative materials, including images of the couple's dead dog.

• Apr 1

More on claims of judicial overreach

Members of the House Judiciary Committee want to probe claims of apparent judicial overreach against actions by the Trump administration. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.

• Mar 25
• 02:53

Trump doubles down on judicial criticisms

President Trump is doubling down on his criticisms of the judicial branch. Since he took office, there have been several cases of federal judges temporarily stopping the administration from dismantling agencies or firing government employees. Plaintiffs, such as employee unions and nonprofits, have questioned the legality of these moves, many of which are still being argued in court. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports, and CBS News Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the case over deportation flights to El Salvador.

• Mar 19
• 08:29

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