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A newly appointed special counsel begins Monday overseeing some of the legal troubles facing former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional Correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains what this could mean for Trump's political future.
The Justice Department has appointed special counsel, Jack Smith, to oversee parts of the January 6 investigation and Mar-a-Lago classified documents probe. The announcement comes just days after former President Donald Trump announced plans to run again in 2024. CBS News chief national security and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues and congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Catherine Herridge to discuss that plus Republicans' plans to launch investigations of their own.
The news comes days after the former president announced he's running again in 2024.
Former President Donald Trump is making what he calls a "very big announcement" Tuesday night at Mar-a-Lago, and all signs point to his officially kicking of his 2024 presidential campaign. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins "Red and Blue" with more on the potential impact and why Trump decided to do it now.
A federal judge has rejected a request from the Justice Department to allow its investigators to regain access to some documents that were seized by the FBI during its search at former President Donald Trump's Florida residence. Tom Dupree, a former Justice Department official, joined Catherin Herridge to discuss the situation.
Marc Short, an aide to former Vice President Mike Pence, speaks to CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge about the FBI search at Mar-a-Lago and Pence's potential presidential ambitions.
The Supreme Court rejected former President Donald Trump's request to intervene in a dispute over documents seized from Mar-a-Lago. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Christina Bobb, a lawyer for former President Donald Trump, is speaking with federal investigators in the Mar-a-Lago probe, according to a report. She signed a certified letter back in June asserting that all classified documents had been returned to the federal government. David Weinstein, an attorney at Jones Walker LLP, and a former federal prosecutor, joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the case.
CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down the latest on the House January 6 committee's vote to subpoena former President Trump, as well as the Supreme Court's decision to stay out of the Mar-a-Lago dispute.
Herschel Walker, the Georgia Republican nominee for Senate, has denied an allegation made in a report by The Daily Beast that he paid for a woman he was dating to have an abortion back in 2009. Plus, in 2021, the National Archives warned attorneys for former President Donald Trump about missing White House documents. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa, and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane, report on the latest.
The Washington Post reports material on a foreign nation's nuclear capabilities was among the classified documents seized from former President Donald Trump's Florida home. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss the concerns surrounding the latest information.
A federal judge has agreed to appoint a special master to review the documents seized by the FBI during the search of former President Donald Trump's Florida home. The judge's order is drawing scrutiny in legal circles. Attorney David Weinstein and CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell, who served as deputy director of the CIA during the Obama administration, joined John Dickerson to discuss the legal ramifications of the ruling.
Former President Donald Trump's legal team and Justice Department officials attended the first special master hearing in Brooklyn, New York, Tuesday regarding the documents seized by the FBI from Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate. Scott MacFarlane, CBS News congressional correspondent, and Dan Meyer, a national security lawyer and former intelligence officer, joined John Dickerson to discuss the case.
Former President Trump wants the Supreme Court to weigh in on his legal battle against the Justice Department over documents the FBI seized during a search of his Mar-a-Lago home. Scott MacFarlane explains.
The high-profile trial of several members of the far-right militia group Oath Keepers, including their leader, on seditious conspiracy charges stemming from the Jan. 6 investigation will resume Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion explains how the trial has progressed and discusses the latest developments in the legal battle over documents seized at Mar-a-Lago.
Former President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to allow the "special master" to read classified documents that were uncovered intervene in the Mar-a-Lago investigation. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains how choosing to weigh in could affect the Supreme Court's reputation and delay the investigation.
Here's a look at the events that have transpired on the legal front since Trump asked the courts to intervene in the documents dispute.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," alarming information surfaces from the affidavit justifying the search of former President Trump's Florida home. Plus, the latest CBS News Battleground Tracker shows the GOP lead shrinking as Biden's approval ticks up and DNC chair Jaime Harrison and Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan.
An FBI agent resumed his testimony today in the trial of Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes. He and several members of the group are facing charges of seditious conspiracy in connection with the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks down the big revelations from the trial so far, as well as some new developments in the legal dispute over documents seized at former President Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.
Federal Judge Aileen Cannon rejected part of the independent arbiter's requirements of the Trump team and extended some of the deadlines.
A special master chosen by former President Donald Trump's legal team held its first hearing. Scott MacFarlane reports.
An appeals court ruled the DOJ can continue its use of classified documents seized at former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence. Plus, the House select committee investigating Jan. 6 is resuming hearings next week and more Capitol riot defendants face a judge. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane breaks it all down.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is suing former President Donald Trump and three of his children over alleged fraudulent business practices. CBS News contributor Keir Dougall discussed the lawsuit and explained how it may impact other investigations, including the Justice Department probe into documents marked as classified that the FBI seized at Mar-a-Lago.
The special master appointed to inspect documents seized by the FBI from former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate held his first hearing in the case Tuesday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa, and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane, joined "Red and Blue" to discuss this story and more.
The special master appointed to review documents seized by the FBI from Mar-a-Lago held his first hearing Tuesday. During the meeting, Judge Raymond Dearie questioned former President Donald Trump's lawyers about their request to delay disclosing information regarding the declassification of documents. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge discussed the latest.
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
President Trump has long wanted to place additional restrictions on mail-in voting, which he has called "mail-in cheating."
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
After strangers raised thousands of dollars for a search, the border collie was flown to safety by a pilot who was determined to reunite pet and owner.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
Just hours earlier, an Army spokesperson said the crew had been suspended from flying while the Army conducts a formal investigation into why the Apache helicopters flew near Kid Rock's Nashville house.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon shares his thinking on capitalism, AI, prediction markets and more in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon thinks AI will shorten the work week and lead to medical breakthroughs, while acknowledging the technology's potential impact on the nation's workforce.
Full-time employees cut their 401(k) participation and contribution rates last year amid an affordability crunch, new research shows.
Jamie Dimon told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil that "what's more important for the future of the world is that this war successfully conclude."
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
The Supreme Court will convene for arguments Wednesday to consider the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
President Trump is planning to go to the Supreme Court on Wednesday as the justices take up his executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship, a major test of his immigration agenda.
A federal judge directed the Trump administration to restore the legal status of migrants allowed into the U.S. under a now-defunct Biden administration program for asylum-seekers who arrived at the southern border.
President Trump is planning to deliver a prime-time address Wednesday night to "provide an important update on Iran," the White House said, as the president faces critical decisions in the monthlong war.
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
After strangers raised thousands of dollars for a search, the border collie was flown to safety by a pilot who was determined to reunite pet and owner.
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
The Soviet-designed military transport turboprop aircraft crashed into a cliff, sources at the scene told state news agencies.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Shortages of helium, a byproduct of natural gas processing, could create problems for semiconductor and medical equipment manufacturers.
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
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.
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
Lawyers for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk are asking to delay a preliminary hearing set for May, arguing the defense team needs time to review ATF analysis they contend "could not" connect a bullet fragment recovered during Kirk's autopsy with the rifle found near the scene of the crime. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to unpack the development.
Tiger Woods had bloodshot eyes, was "sweating profusely" and had "extremely dilated" pupils after a rollover car crash last week, an arrest report shows. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
As launch time approaches for NASA's first moonshot in more than half a century, anticipation is building for the Artemis II mission. Here's how to watch today's liftoff.
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
President Trump says he will attend the Supreme Court arguments on his bid to end birthright citizenship. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
President Trump is expected to address the nation on Wednesday as he signals a potential end to the Iran war. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Holly Williams report.
"My model of business is the Beatles," Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, told 60 Minutes in 2003, applauding their teamwork and innovation. "Great things in business are never done by one person. They're done by a team of people." Today marks the 50th anniversary of Apple's founding.
NASA is planning to launch its first crewed mission in over 50 years with its Artemis II flight on Wednesday from Florida's Kennedy Space Center.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon speaks with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil about the advancement of artificial intelligence, the war in Iran's effect on the U.S. economy, prediction markets and more.