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"I want to be careful because our work with the special counsel is confidential," social media mogul told senators
"A great many Americans...are deeply concerned that Facebook and other tech companies are engaged in a pervasive pattern of bias and political censorship," said Texas Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The Facebook CEO responded that he is committed to free expression of ideas on the social network.
"If you and other social media companies do not get your act in order, none of us are going to have any privacy anymore. That is what we are facing," says Sen. Bill Nelson, D-Florida, as he grilled Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg on the issues of internet privacy.
During testimony, Dick Durbin asked Mark Zuckerberg if he would share what hotel he stayed at last night.
James Comey's 2017 hearing was nearly three hours long. Anita Hill's 1991 hearing was six hours. Hillary Clinton's 2015 hearing was 11 hours. Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg joins the list of high-profile people to testify before Congress, with two hearings scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday.
Senator Dick Durbin's question drew laughs from the chamber as Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg refused to say what hotel he stayed in overnight and who he's messaged online. Durbin also asked about the security of Facebook's Messenger Kids app.
Senator Maria Cantwell grills Mark Zuckerberg on his knowledge of companies like Palantir and their data-gathering operations
Senator Leahy asked Mark Zuckerberg if he or any of his team were working with the Mueller probe into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
When asked if anyone at Facebook notified the FTC that millions of user accounts had been compromised, he answered in the negative.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg told Senators that he was ready to take their questions, and that Facebook was working hard to make users' data safer
Aaron Levie of Box and Ashish Toshniwal of Y Media Labs say more government oversight would be a "good" thing for the social media giant
As he testifies before Congress, a look back at 60 Minutes' interview with Facebook's founder 10 years ago
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces questions from lawmakers today on Capitol Hill about safety and privacy in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal. CNET executive editor Ian Sherr joined CBSN to discuss the challenges for Facebook.
Facebook users will get a detailed message on their News Feeds or can look up whether their account was affected
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's testimony on Capitol Hill could have a global impact on the future of the internet and privacy. CBSN contributor and Signal newsletter writer for GZERO Media, Alex Kliment, explains.
Mark Zuckerberg is expected to apologize but defend Facebook in his testimony on Capitol Hill. Wired editor-in-chief and CBS News contributor Nicholas Thompson joined CBSN with more on what to expect and what other tech industry leaders will be watching for in the hearings.
Republican Sen. John Thune of South Dakota, chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, worked to secure Mark Zuckerberg's testimony and met with the Facebook CEO Monday. Thune joins "CBS This Morning" on what he spoke to Zuckerberg about and what we can expect from today's hearing.
Ahead of Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's testimony on Capitol Hill, a new CBS News poll finds that Americans say the site's response to privacy issues so far is not acceptable. CBS News Elections and Surveys Director Anthony Salvanto has more on the findings.
"We think Facebook needs to be accountable, transparent and I'm glad Mr. Zuckerberg is appearing today," Sen. John Thune says
Wired editor-in-chief and CBS News contributor Nicholas Thompson interviewed Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg last month about the social media platform's privacy problem. Thompson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what we can expect from Zuckerberg's congressional hearing.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg will testify in front of a joint hearing of the Senate Judiciary and Commerce Committees today. Senators will demand answers from Zuckerberg about Facebook’s failure to protect up to 87 million users' private information. Nancy Cordes reports.
They say the response so far is not acceptable, and most call for more regulation of social media companies
As Mark Zuckerberg prepares to speak before Congress, here are the many ways the company has vowed to change
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg met one-on-one with lawmakers Monday, ahead of two days' worth of questioning on Capitol Hill about the social media company's mishandling of its users' data. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has a look at what to expect when Zuckerberg testifies.
FBI agents raid the home and office of President Trump's lawyer; Hundreds of foreigners run Pyongyang race
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
President Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 100% tariff on goods imported from Canada if America's northern neighbor went ahead with its trade deal with China.
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
An investigation is underway after a driver crashed a vehicle into the McNamara Terminal at Detroit Metro Airport.
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities were closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
More than 200 million people are under winter storm threats as officials brace for power outages and travel difficulties.
As millions of Americans hunker down for the winter storm, 17 states and Washington, D.C., have declared states of emergency.
UFC 324 features a stacked fight card. Here's the schedule, time and information on where to watch the UFC event.
When a 55-year-old woman lost her job and got evicted, she took up residence at the only place she felt she owned, her husband's grave.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said he has seen "no evidence" of a federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Jeffrey Epstein's lawyer, accountant and billionaire benefactor were issued subpoenas to testify before the committee in February and March.
Tracee Mergen, whose FBI squad was involved in the Renee Good investigation and probes into public benefits fraud in Minnesota, resigned last week, sources said.
Cassandra King was thrilled to be pregnant after years of fertility struggles and multiple miscarriages. Then a sudden cardiac event threatened everything.
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Tension remains high between Iran and the U.S. in the wake of a bloody crackdown on protests.
Canada this month negotiated a deal to lower tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in return for lower import taxes on Canadian farm products.
The Sydney shark attack that killed Nico Antic was one of four recorded in the span of two days.
It's the 35th strike on alleged drug-smuggling boats since early September 2025, and the first since the U.S captured former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
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.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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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.
Massive winter storms are set to hit a large swatch of the U.S. over the weekend, causing major disruptions across the country.
President Trump is facing backlash after making comments about NATO's participation in Afghanistan.
Questions are arising after immigration agents detained a 5-year-old boy at his preschool in Minnesota. The child and his father are being held at a Texas facility, officials said.
Americans are bracing for a massive winter storm set to hit this weekend. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
48 Hours correspondents Natalie Morales and Anne-Marie Green discuss the 2013 killing of Melissa Rocuba that went unsolved for nearly nine years, and how new information retrieved from old evidence led to an arrest in the case.