Ken Starr's Whitewater Investigation
Kenneth Starr, whose investigation of former President Bill Clinton led to an impeachment trial, has died. In 1998, Morley Safer reported on Starr's tactics while he was acting as special Whitewater prosecutor.
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What to expect in week 2 of Trump's impeachment trial
The trial could end as early as this week, or stretch into next month, depending on a range of factors.
How 27 senators in Trump impeachment trial voted in Bill Clinton's
27 sitting senators are on record about where they stood the last time a president faced impeachment.
What to know about the impeachment process
Here's a look at where things stand as the impeachment probe finally comes to trial in the Senate
Who's on Trump's impeachment legal team? Here's the list.
"President Trump has done nothing wrong and is confident that this team will defend him, the voters, and our democracy from this baseless, illegitimate impeachment," the White House said.
Trump's legal team for impeachment trial
President Trump's legal team for his impeachment trial is taking shape. It will be led by White House counsel Pat Cipollone and the president's personal attorney Jay Sekulow, along with Alan Dershowitz, Ken Starr and others. CBS News' Natalie Brand, McClatchy congressional reporter Emma Dumain, and AP White House reporter Jill Colvin joined CBSN with the latest developments.
Impeachment déjà vu: Ken Starr added to Trump's defense team
Alan Dershowitz, a longtime Democrat who often defends the president on television, is also joining the team.
Unlike Clinton impeachment, Trump impeachment inquiry has no special prosecutor
The House passed a resolution defining the rules for the impeachment inquiry going forward on Thursday
Starr report released 20 years ago
Tuesday marks the 20th anniversary of the release of the Starr report, which led to President Bill Clinton's impeachment. Leon Neyfakh, a reporter for Slate and host of the "Slow Burn" podcast, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss some of the similarities and differences between Starr's investigation and special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe.
Ken Starr: I won't apologize to Monica Lewinsky
Former independent counsel says he is sorry for the pain the 1990s investigation caused her and the nation
Ken Starr: "Impeachment is hell"
Former independent counsel says there are "eerie similarities" between his investigation of President Bill Clinton and Robert Mueller's special counsel probe of President Trump
Ken Starr: "I won't" apologize to Lewinsky
In this excerpt of "CBS This Morning's" conversation with Ken Starr, the former independent counsel who's out with a new book called "Contempt: A Memoir of the Clinton Investigation" says he doesn't owe Monica Lewinsky an apology, but is regretful of the pain caused by the Bill Clinton probe.
Ken Starr warns: "Impeachment is hell"
In this excerpt of "CBS This Morning's" conversation with Ken Starr, the former independent counsel, who's out with a new book called "Contempt: A Memoir of the Clinton Investigation," discusses lessons from the Bill Clinton probe and the parallels to the current special counsel investigation into Russian interference in the U.S. election.
Ken Starr "regretted" Bill Clinton probe
Former independent counsel Ken Starr is speaking out in detail for the first time about his investigations and the impeachment of President Bill Clinton. In his new book, "Contempt: A Memoir of the Clinton Investigation," Starr writes: "I deeply regret that I took on the Lewinsky phase of the investigation. But at the same time, as I still see it twenty years later, there was no practical alternative to my doing so." Starr joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss "eerie similarities" between his investigation and the current Russia probe.
Kavanaugh memo on Lewinsky scandal
As confirmation hearings for President Trump's Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, grow closer, the National Archives is releasing material from Kavanaugh's time working on independent counsel Ken Starr's investigation of the Clinton administration. In a newly released memo from 1998, Kavanaugh writes that he is opposed to giving the president a "break," and includes a series of pointed, and somewhat vulgar, questions for Clinton. Washington Post reporter Eugene Scott joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Transcript: Ken Starr on "Face the Nation," June 10, 2018
Starr joined us to discuss the similarities between the Whitewater probe and special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 election
Kenneth Starr on Mueller probe
Kenneth Starr, former independent counsel in the Clinton-era Whitewater investigation, discusses the pace and progress of Robert Mueller's Russia investigation with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan.
Lawyer: Baylor settles with woman who said rape was ignored
The first woman to sue Baylor University over mishandled rape allegations has settled her case
Report: Ex-Baylor head lifted football player suspension
Ken Starr lifted the academic misconduct suspension of a football player who allegedly went on to commit sexual assaults, the Wall Street Journal reports
Big 12 demands Baylor come clean about sexual assault on campus
At Baylor, the Baptist student code bans sex on campus -- but many female students say what's tolerated is rape
Ken Starr makes announcement after being ousted as Baylor president
Former special prosecutor was removed as school's president amid scandal over handling of sex assault cases involving football players
End of jury selection in Trump trial caps frenetic first week
The jury selection process in former President Donald Trump's New York trial came to a close on Friday, part of a flurry of activity that marked the end of a dizzying first week.
NY attorney general opposes company holding Trump bond in civil fraud case
The New York attorney general filed the state's opposition to the company providing Donald Trump's $175 million bond, posted while his appeal is pending.
U.S. measles cases reach 125 this year, topping 2022's large outbreaks
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases this year.
Colorado group falls short in effort to put anti-abortion measure on the ballot
Only one of two opposing abortion ballot measures may qualify for the Colorado ballot this fall. An anti-abortion initiative failed to gather enough signatures.
Man sets himself on fire near Trump trial courthouse in New York
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
Third Republican backs effort to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson
Democrats may have to offer Johnson a lifeline if it comes to a vote, given Republicans' razor-thin majority.
Sen. Bob Menendez's trial delayed
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Trump Media warns Nasdaq about "potential market manipulation" of its stock
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and "American Idol" alum, dead at 47
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.
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Colorado group falls short in effort to put anti-abortion measure on the ballot
Only one of two opposing abortion ballot measures may qualify for the Colorado ballot this fall. An anti-abortion initiative failed to gather enough signatures.
Swift breaks Spotify records for most-streamed album, artist in a single day
Taylor Swift broke her own records, Spotify said, and now owns the record for the top three most-streamed albums in a single day.
Trump campaign, RNC aim to send 100,000 volunteer vote-counting monitors
The RNC announced an ambitious initiative to monitor vote processing in the 2024 presidential election.
NY attorney general opposes company holding Trump bond in civil fraud case
The New York attorney general filed the state's opposition to the company providing Donald Trump's $175 million bond, posted while his appeal is pending.
Sen. Bob Menendez's trial delayed
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
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VW workers vote on union in Tennessee — a key test for organized labor
If the UAW prevails, the Chattanooga factory would be the only unionized foreign commercial carmaker in the U.S.
A bitcoin halving is imminent. Here's what that means.
In the next day or two, bitcoin is expected to go through a preprogrammed event that will cut new production of the cryptocurrency.
Walmart joins other big retailers in scaling back on self-checkout
Retailers are ditching and limiting shelf-checkout at some stores, particularly those hit by theft and customer complaints.
Online gambling casts deepening shadow on pro sports
Eliminating player "proposition" bets may be one way to discourage athletes from betting on sports, experts said.
Trump Media warns Nasdaq about "potential market manipulation" of its stock
Trump Media & Technology Group sent a letter to Nasdaq warning that so-called "naked" short selling could be impacting its stock.
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Colorado group falls short in effort to put anti-abortion measure on the ballot
Only one of two opposing abortion ballot measures may qualify for the Colorado ballot this fall. An anti-abortion initiative failed to gather enough signatures.
Trump campaign, RNC aim to send 100,000 volunteer vote-counting monitors
The RNC announced an ambitious initiative to monitor vote processing in the 2024 presidential election.
NY attorney general opposes company holding Trump bond in civil fraud case
The New York attorney general filed the state's opposition to the company providing Donald Trump's $175 million bond, posted while his appeal is pending.
Sen. Bob Menendez's trial delayed
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
Man sets himself on fire near Trump trial courthouse in New York
A person self-immolated at a park across from the courthouse where former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial is taking place.
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U.S. measles cases reach 125 this year, topping 2022's large outbreaks
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.
Trader Joe's pulls fresh basil in 29 states after salmonella outbreak
Health officials are warning consumers not to consume Infinite Herbs basil sold at some Trader Joe's and Dierberg's stores after 12 people were sickened.
Scotland halts prescription of puberty blocking hormones for minors
A landmark review for Britain's National Health Service found young people have been let down by "remarkably weak" evidence backing medical interventions in gender care.
Pesticides pose significant risk in 20% of fruits and veggies, report says
Organic option is best when buying certain produce, especially blueberries, nonprofit group says in analysis of chemical residues.
U.K. takes a big step closer to a phased-in ban on all tobacco sales
British lawmakers have backed legislation that would see the legal age to buy tobacco increase by one year every year until it's eventually banned.
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Watch out Taylor Swift, Kim Jong Un has a new tune out, too
North Korea's latest launch to boost Kim Jong Un's image wasn't a missile, but a song and music video all about the "Friendly Father."
U.S. sanctions 2 entities over fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.
Olympic sports bodies criticize track and field prize money pledge
The break in tradition does not sit well with the Association of Summer Olympic Committee, who said it undermines "the value of Olympism and the uniqueness of the games."
Extinct snake that measured 50 feet long discovered in India
The Vasuki indicus specimen dates back 47 million years and is more than double the average size of similar snakes, like pythons.
Paris police detain man behind reported bomb threat at Iran consulate
Paris police cordoned off an area around an Iranian consulate amid reports of a man threatening to detonate a bomb, but a suspect was quickly detained.
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Swift breaks Spotify records for most-streamed album, artist in a single day
Taylor Swift broke her own records, Spotify said, and now owns the record for the top three most-streamed albums in a single day.
Swiftie couple recreates Taylor Swift album covers
Charlie Bird — the "major Swiftie" of the two — had the idea after the singer announced her new album "The Tortured Poets Department" at the Grammys.
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and "American Idol" alum, dead at 47
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.
Renée Fleming unveils healing powers of music in new book, "Music and Mind"
The soprano recounted an anecdote from the book's foreword by Francis Collins, which describes an impromptu sing-along at a dinner party attended by Supreme Court justices.
Who are Taylor Swift's new songs about?
Fans are furiously dissecting the lyrics of "The Tortured Poets Department," with some speculating the tracks are about Joe Alwyn, Matty Healy, Travis Kelce and Kim Kardashian.
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Inside Intel's Oregon computer chip plant
Computer chip maker Intel is at the center of the latest high-tech race between the U.S. and China. Jo Ling Kent visited their state-of-the-art facility in Oregon for an in-depth report.
Lawmakers push for fusion power development
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a bill supporting the development of nuclear fusion power. Hank Jenkins-Smith, professor of public policy at the University of Oklahoma, joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Latest version of House TikTok bill gets crucial support in Senate
Sen. Maria Cantwell is backing an amended bill that could lead to a ban of TikTok in the U.S.
Report: AI beats humans at some basic tasks
Artificial intelligence has become so advanced it has now surpassed human performance in several basic tasks, according to a new report from Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. Russell Wald, deputy director of the institute, joins CBS News to unpack more key findings from the study.
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Starbucks unveils new cold drink cups that use less plastic
Starbucks unveiled the new cups ahead of Earth Day and as a new report warns plastic production emissions are even greater than those from aviation.
Why these lizards have virtually disappeared
A report from the United Nations determined that 1 million species are threatened with extinction. Dr. John Wiens from the University of Arizona believes that number is far higher based on his research. He says climate change is quickening the threat of extinction for species, including a 3-million-year-old lizard population previously found in the Arizona mountains.
Too hot for a lizard? Climate change quickens extinction
A disappearing lizard population in the mountains of Arizona shows how climate change is fast-tracking the rate of extinction.
Advocates work to save parrot from extinction
Some of the most critically endangered birds on the planet have been released back into the wild. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter has more on the harsh conditions Puerto Rican parrots face, and the people working to save them.
Scientists trying to protect wildlife from extinction as climate raises risk
Scientists are using a range of tools to protect the endangered wildlife that could disappear in coming decades.
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Maryland teen accused of planning school shooting
Police in Maryland say they stopped a teenager who was planning a school shooting in the days ahead. An 18-year-old student was arrested and charged after authorities reviewed the teen's writings and internet searches. Nicole Sganga reports on what led authorities to the suspect.
Sen. Bob Menendez's trial delayed
A judge granted a one week delay in the corruption trial of New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez Friday, but the senator was not physically in court. He joined the proceedings by phone.
5 Maryland teens shot, 1 critically injured during senior skip day
Hundreds of teens had skipped school to meet in the Greenbelt, Maryland, park for a water gun fight, police said.
Columbine survivor 25 years later
The Columbine High School mass shooting in Littleton, Colorado, left behind many survivors and families who are still dealing with the massacre's trauma. Zach Cartaya, a Columbine student and co-founder of The Rebels Project, joins CBS News with more on his mission to help other victims of violence.
Caretaker claims friend drank unusual cocktail before her death
Caretaker Jessy Kurczewski says her friend mixed vodka and Visine for a buzz.
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Object that crashed through Florida home's roof was from space station
NASA confirmed Monday that a mystery object that crashed through the roof of a Naples, Florida home last month was space junk from equipment discarded by the space station.
NASA seeks to reign in costs of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA said it agrees with an independent review board that concluded the project could cost up to $11 billion without major changes.
Final Delta 4 Heavy puts NRO spy satellite into space
It was a "bittersweet moment" as United Launch Alliance brought the Delta program to a close.
Space station captures image of moon's shadow during solar eclipse
NASA flight engineers managed to photograph and videotape the moon's shadow on Earth about 260 miles below them.
Solar eclipse captivates millions
Millions of Americans poured into the solar eclipse’s path of totality to watch in wonder. The excitement was shared across generations for the rare celestial event that saw watch parties across the country as almost all of the continental U.S. saw at least a partial solar eclipse.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Maryland teen accused of planning school shooting
Police in Maryland say they stopped a teenager who was planning a school shooting in the days ahead. An 18-year-old student was arrested and charged after authorities reviewed the teen's writings and internet searches. Nicole Sganga reports on what led authorities to the suspect.
House moves closer to passing foreign aid bills
The House is moving closer to passing foreign aid bills that would provide billions of dollars in stalled security funding to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. A rare bipartisan vote could come this weekend before heading to the Senate. Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill, where House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing backlash from hardline Republicans.
Iran appears to downplay Israeli missile strike
Senior U.S. officials confirmed that Israeli missiles struck Iran Friday morning, but little else is known about the extent of the attack or any potential damage. Both countries appear to be downplaying the strikes, suggesting an effort to deescalate tensions. Debora Patta has more from Jerusalem.
Full jury seated in Trump criminal trial
With the full jury chosen in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial, the stage is now set for opening statements to begin next week in the first criminal prosecution of a former U.S. president. Robert Costa was inside the court Friday.
Man sets himself on fire outside Trump trial
"A man set himself on fire Friday outside the Manhattan courthouse where former President Donald Trump is on trial in his ""hush money"" case. Emergency crews rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames, and the man was taken to a local hospital, where he is said to be in critical condition. Jericka Duncan reports. "