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Khalid bin Salman is brother of controversial Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who's alleged to have played major role in slaying
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CIA director's Khashoggi briefing
After a briefing from CIA Director Gina Haspel, Sen. Lindsey Graham says there's a "smoking saw" that connects Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. Wall Street Journal national security reporter Warren Strobel joins CBSN to discuss.
Senators get CIA briefing on Khashoggi murder
After CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed leaders of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees on the killing of dissident Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, lawmakers said they were even more confident that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was involved.
Graham after CIA briefing on Khashoggi murder: "There's a smoking saw"
After demands from lawmakers, director Gina Haspel briefed senators about Jamal Khashoggi's killing on Tuesday morning
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Bob Corker believes Mohammed bin Salman "directed" journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death
Corker addressed the U.S. response to journalist Jamal Khashoggi's death in an interview with John Dickerson
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The Russian and Saudi leaders appeared happy to see each other
Putin, Saudi crown prince greeting goes viral
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Russian President Vladimir Putin captured attention at the G-20 summit in Argentina Friday when the two men smilingly exchanged a warm handshake. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has more.
Trump's meetings at the G-20 summit
President Trump has canceled two planned meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the G-20 summit in Argentina. Mr. Trump is expected to meet with Chinese president Xi Jinping, while he hopes to avoid interaction with Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett explains what's at stake.
Trump facing challenges at G-20 summit
President Trump is traveling to Argentina for the G-20 summit. His trip comes as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia over the Yemen war and Jamal Khashoggi's murder. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with more.
Senate advances measure to end support for Saudi war in Yemen
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Mattis: "No smoking gun" implicating Saudi prince in Khashoggi killing
The Pentagon chief also said he doesn't believe the U.S. has the audio recording alleged to portray the murder of Jamal Khashoggi
Graham threatens to withhold vote on spending bill until hearing from CIA on Khashoggi
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President Trump is spending the holiday in Florida, but back in Washington, there are a growing number of issues setting the stage for a potential show down between all three branches of government. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid, Politico White House reporter Nancy Cook and The Hill's Julia Manchester join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the day's political headlines.
Saudis confident in U.S. alliance
In an interview with CBS News, Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir stuck to his government's story concerning the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi. He denied that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was involved in the killing.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard says Trump is "Saudi Arabia's bitch" in tweet
Gabbard, a veteran who did two tours in the Middle East, tweeted in response to Trump's announcement that the U.S. will stand with Saudi Arabia, regardless of whether Saudis ordered Jamal Khashoggi's killing
Saudi official denies crown prince's involvement in Khashoggi's death, but says "nobody is above the law"
CBS News foreign correspondent sat down with Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir
Saudis use Trump's Khashoggi statement to cast doubt on CIA assessment
Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir spoke to CBS News' Holly Williams about the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi
Trump siding with the Saudis
President Trump released a statement Tuesday, in which he said the U.S. would not end the sale of arms to Saudi Arabia over the kingdom's alleged involvement in the murder of Washington Post columnist Jamal Khashoggi. Lawmakers from both parties have criticized the president's response. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang discusses the fallout from the president's response.
Senators demand firm answer from Trump on Saudi crown prince's role in murder
Chairman and ranking member of Senate Foreign Relations Committee demand Trump "specifically address whether Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is responsible"
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Trump defends strong ties to Saudi Arabia
The U.S. sanctioned 17 Saudi officials linked to the death of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, but President Trump said he will not scrap an arms deal with the Saudis or punish Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
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Meanwhile, a search-and-rescue mission for a downed fighter jet crew member is ongoing as the war in the Middle East rages on.
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White House is expected to shake up more leadership roles at DOJ, sources say
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Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges show they don't consider race
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Man arrested at retirement home for wife's murder decades earlier
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2 men and teen held in U.K. custody over Jewish charity ambulance attack
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth asked George to step down and take immediate retirement, CBS News exclusively reported earlier this week.
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3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS are recalled
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Employers added 178,000 jobs in March, blowing past forecasts
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
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Trump warns Iran of deadline to reopen Strait of Hormuz: "Time is running out"
The war shows no signs of slowing as Iran responds to airstrikes with attacks across the region.
Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges show they don't consider race
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New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
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FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
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Family of Iran military leader Soleimani has U.S. residence visas revoked
Hamideh Soleimani Afshar and her daughter were granted U.S. asylum in 2019, but the government is now moving to strip them of their green cards.
2 men and teen held in U.K. custody over Jewish charity ambulance attack
All men were charged Friday with arson and being reckless as to whether life would be endangered.
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Dutch police probe explosion outside a pro-Israel Christian center
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One dead, dozens injured in crush during rally at Peru soccer stadium
Videos broadcast by local television stations showed a large crowd of fans in the south stands amidst an explosion of fireworks.
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Drayton Farley performs "The Luckier Ones"
Alabama native Drayton Farley was working at a local auto plant and making bedroom recordings just a few years ago. Now he's being compared to Americana greats like Tyler Childers and Jason Isbell. His new album, "A Heavy Duty Heart," is out now. Here's Drayton Farley performing "The Luckier Ones."
Drayton Farley performs "I Need Your Love"
Alabama native Drayton Farley was working at a local auto plant and making bedroom recordings just a few years ago. Now he's being compared to Americana greats like Tyler Childers and Jason Isbell. His new album, "A Heavy Duty Heart," is out now. Here's Drayton Farley performing "I Need Your Love."
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
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.
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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.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
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What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
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How do astronauts use the bathroom?
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Man arrested at retirement home for wife's murder decades earlier
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More on Pam Bondi's firing
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Tiger Woods arrest video
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NASA troubleshoots Artemis II toilet problem in otherwise smooth flight
A possibly frozen vent line forced the Artemis II astronauts to avoid using their space toilet while engineers worked to resolve the problem.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
NASA shares first photos of Earth taken by Artemis II
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
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