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Mueller Probe
Rep. Jennifer Wexton on "The Takeout"
Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton of Virginia discusses the hot topics going into 2020, the scandals facing her home state's leadership, and the Mueller report on this week's edition of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Jay Sekulow and Rudy Giuliani on "The Takeout"
Trump attorneys Rudy Giuliani and Jay Sekulow discuss the Mueller investigation and President Trump's feelings about the findings on this week's edition of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Comey to testify on Trump-Russia probe
Former FBI director James Comey has accepted an invitation from Senate Republicans to testify about the origins of what became special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into the 2016 election. Vox politics and policy reporter Li Zhou spoke to "Red and Blue" host Elaine Quijano about what Republicans want to learn from Comey, as well as current FBI Director Chris Wray's testimony on Russian meddling in the 2020 election.
Mick Mulvaney on "The Takeout"
Mick Mulvaney, the acting White House chief of staff, joins CBS News' Major Garrett to discuss Donald Trump Jr.'s subpoena and the Mueller report on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
Dems and GOP watching Mueller's testimony
Former special counsel Robert Mueller testifies before Congress in a day that's likely to be historic. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright, and CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Michael Graham joined CBSN with what each party will be watching for.
Report: Lawmakers worried about Mueller's acuity
The Washington Post reports some Democratic lawmakers privately expressed concern about rumors that Robert Mueller's mental sharpness wasn't what it once was, and questioned whether they were right to force him to testify. Matt Zapotosky reported that story and joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to explain what he found.
U.S-China tariffs putting pressure on farmers
Farmers are feeling the impact of retaliatory tariffs from China, but President Trump refuses to back down from his hard line in the trade war. Brian Duncan, the Vice President of the Illinois Farm Bureau, joined "Red & Blue" to discuss how the tariffs are affecting farmers.
White House preparing Mueller rebuttal
President Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani tells CBS News the White House is preparing a rebuttal to the Special Counsel's report. Hunter Walker, a White House reporter for Yahoo News, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what to expect from the redacted report's release Thursday.
Dual investigations into Trump and associates
As the Mueller investigation could soon come to an end, there is another investigation, going on in the Southern District of New York, that could create new headaches for President Trump and his associates. Politico senior White House reporter Darren Samuelsohn joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest developments.
How would Barr handle Mueller probe?
At his confirmation hearing Tuesday, attorney general nominee William Barr said Robert Mueller must be allowed to complete his investigation, but he also suggested he might not make Mueller's final report public. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with details.
Monday political news recap
President Trump's search continues for his next chief of staff after a lead contender rejected the post this weekend.Ben Schreckinger, a White House reporter for Politico, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" for Monday's political round-up.
Trump lawyers on Mueller request
President Trump's attorney Rudy Guiliani said on a radio show hosted by another of the president's attorneys, Jay Sekulow, that the president's lawyers have responded to special counsel Robert Mueller's request to interview the president. Politico reporter Louis Nelson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest developments and the rest of Wednesday's political headlines.
Giuliani: Trump-Mueller interview "unlikely"
President Trump's personal attorney Rudy Giuliani told CBS News that a Trump-Mueller interview is "unlikely" because the "investigation is just not legitimate." CBSN political contributor Caitlin Huey-Burns and Bloomberg chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" about the latest on the special counsel investigation.
Mueller on Barr's summary
Special counsel Robert Mueller "expressed frustration over the lack of context" in Attorney General William Barr's four-page letter summarizing the findings of Mueller's nearly two-year investigation into President Trump's conduct and Russian interference in U.S. elections, the Justice Department said Tuesday. Paula Reid reports.
Barr questioned over Mueller report conclusions
Attorney General William Barr spent hours before the Senate Judiciary Committee as Democrats grilled him on the conclusions he drew from the Mueller report. Republicans demanded answers on how the investigation began. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Pelosi accuses Barr of lying to Congress
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Attorney General William Barr lied to Congress. The Department of Justice pushed back, calling Pelosi's comments reckless and irresponsible. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid and Politico's Andrew Desiderio join CBSN with more.
Full interview: Rep. Dan Crenshaw
In an interview with CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, Republican Rep. Dan Crenshaw of Texas discusses the Mueller report, his controversial comments about fellow Rep. Ilhan Omar and more.
Republicans don't want Mueller to testify
The fight continues over the Mueller report. Now some Republican leaders are trying to convince the special counsel not to testify before Congress. Nancy Cordes explains.
Comey: Mueller report summary "inadequate"
Former FBI Director James Comey's firing by President Trump led to Robert Mueller's appointment as special counsel. Comey joins "CBS This Morning" for his first TV interview since the Mueller report was released to the public. He says the Mueller report laid out evidence for a future prosecutor and for Congress. His memoir, "A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership," is now out in paperback.
W.H.: Congress "not entitled" to Mueller docs
CBS News' Major Garrett asked acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney about President Trump's assertion of executive privilege over some of the documents requested by the House Judiciary Committee on this week's episode of "The Takeout."
What if Mueller refutes Barr's summary?
Bob Cusack, editor-in-chief of The Hill, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to break down this week's trade talks between the U.S. and China, which ended with no deal, President Trump's decision to assert executive privilege over the full Mueller report and what could happen if Robert Mueller contradicts Attorney General William Barr's interpretation of that report.
U.S. expects China to retaliate over tariffs
The White House said Sunday it expects China to retaliate over new tariffs. President Trump warned Beijing to "act now" on a trade deal by tweeting that negotiations will be "far worse for them" in his second term. Mr. Trump also lashed out over the Mueller probe. Nikole Killion reports.
AG defends review of Mueller probe
Attorney General William Barr defended his review of how the Russia investigation began. He said it will focus on U.S. intelligence gathering on associates of the Trump campaign in 2016. Paula Reid reports.
Trump abruptly cuts off meeting with Dems
President Trump says congressional Democrats should stop investigating his presidency. He abruptly cut off a White House meeting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer Wednesday. The president says he was upset that Pelosi accused him of cover-ups. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump threatens to use Insurrection Act to deploy troops to Minnesota
An ICE officer shot a man Wednesday night in Minneapolis after allegedly being attacked by men with shovels during an arrest operation, three U.S. officials told CBS News.
Machado presents Trump with Nobel Peace Prize medallion
Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado previously said she wanted to "share" the prize for removing Nicolás Maduro from power.
Gulf states pushing to avert U.S.-Iran conflict, official says
Several key U.S. allies in the Middle East have engaged in intensive diplomacy between Iran and the United States, aiming to stave off a military conflict, a Gulf official told CBS News.
What is the Insurrection Act, and why is Trump threatening to invoke it?
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
Dueling accounts of ICE shooting of Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
Feds charge 26 in college basketball point-shaving scheme
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
Sidelining of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in ICE shooting is unusual, experts say
Though DOJ says there's "no basis" for criminal civil rights probe in ICE shooting case, some legal experts say the division's lack of involvement here is unheard of.
Couple says ICE tear-gassed their vehicle with 6 children inside
A couple and their six children say they were trapped inside their vehicle when tear gas exploded underneath.
Could ICE agent in Good's shooting claim immunity from state charges?
The ICE agent involved in the fatal shooting could try to invoke immunity under the Constitution's Supremacy Clause to try to end state criminal prosecution.
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FBI: 1 arrested after protesters smash into unmarked federal vehicles
The FBI says that a suspect is in custody after protests in north Minneapolis Wednesday evening culminated in vandalism and the apparent compromising of federal documents.
Dueling accounts of ICE shooting of Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
Cincinnati museum celebrates the history of small businesses through their signs
The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati is a collection of more than a century of entrepreneurship and ambition.
How Cinncinati is recovering from the synthetic opioid crisis
Once among the hardest hit by the opioid epidemic, overdose deaths are falling in Ohio, though challenges remain.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Mortgage rates fall to 3-year low, offering relief for homebuyers
The average interest rate on a typical mortgage dipped to 6.06%, the lowest level since September 2022, according to Freddie Mac.
Bankruptcy filings surged last year. Here's what's behind the rise
The increase in bankruptcy filings comes as Americans face a slate of economic pressures, from sticky inflation to elevated borrowing costs.
Senators say bipartisan compromise on ACA tax credits has stalled
"We are in a little bit of a pothole," said GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno, who previously expected the compromise to be unveiled this week.
How the new $6,000 senior tax deduction could impact older Americans
A new tax deduction for senior citizens is kicking in this tax season, potentially providing bigger refunds to millions, the AARP says.
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FBI: 1 arrested after protesters smash into unmarked federal vehicles
The FBI says that a suspect is in custody after protests in north Minneapolis Wednesday evening culminated in vandalism and the apparent compromising of federal documents.
Dueling accounts of ICE shooting of Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis
Cell phone footage shared on social media by a Democratic state senator appears to show the moments after Wednesday's shooting took place, in which a woman calls 911 and can be heard pleading for help.
Gulf states pushing to avert U.S.-Iran conflict, official says
Several key U.S. allies in the Middle East have engaged in intensive diplomacy between Iran and the United States, aiming to stave off a military conflict, a Gulf official told CBS News.
Sidelining of DOJ's Civil Rights Division in ICE shooting is unusual, experts say
Though DOJ says there's "no basis" for criminal civil rights probe in ICE shooting case, some legal experts say the division's lack of involvement here is unheard of.
What is the Insurrection Act, and why is Trump threatening to invoke it?
President Trump is threatening to invoke a centuries-old law to deploy troops to Minnesota. Here's what to know.
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ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
Trump admin. reverses sudden cuts in mental health, addiction programs
The Trump administration reversed cuts to grants for mental health and addiction treatment programs that a CBS News source said were valued at around $1.9 billion.
Chicago mayor explains how he's tackling the city's life expectancy gap
In 2023, life expectancy in the Loop was 87.3 years, while in West Garfield Park, life expectancy was just 66.6 years, according to the city's Health Department.
Recalled "super greens" supplement linked to dozens of salmonella cases, CDC says
Illnesses linked to the New York-based Live it Up Super Greens brand powder were reported in 21 states from Aug. 22 to Dec. 30, 2025.
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
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Gulf states pushing to avert U.S.-Iran conflict, official says
Several key U.S. allies in the Middle East have engaged in intensive diplomacy between Iran and the United States, aiming to stave off a military conflict, a Gulf official told CBS News.
Drug ring used swimmers to stash cocaine on ships at sea, police say
Police said they had busted a network that saw smugglers swim on the high seas to help stash Colombian cocaine on container ships and hijack vessels.
Russia calls NATO "unpredictable" amid divide over Greenland
As NATO prepares for war games around Greenland, Russia is highlighting the Trump administration's disagreement with its closest allies over the island.
U.S. forces seize sixth Venezuela-linked oil tanker
The seizure comes as President Trump is set to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado Thursday at the White House.
FIFA says it's received more than 500 million World Cup ticket requests
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
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Behind Ron King's mission to protect donkeys
Oscar's Place, a donkey sanctuary in California, now has 210 donkeys and it has successfully resettled 189 others. Ron King, the co-founder and CEO of the sanctuary, helped to create the new docuseries "Donkey King," which follows the work he and volunteers do to rescue, rehabilitate and resettle the animals to protect them. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about his mission and why he says donkeys are misunderstood.
Actor Timothy Busfield held without bond in New Mexico child sex abuse case
Another allegation against Busfield was reported to law enforcement the same day he turned himself in, according to a court filing.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
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Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Verizon offers customers $20 credit for widespread outage
Verizon says it's giving a $20 credit to customers affected an outage that disrupted service across the U.S.
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.
New parental controls on YouTube kid accounts
YouTube is introducing new parental controls on youth accounts that it says could limit how long kinds spend scrolling. The latest parental controls will focus on YouTube Shorts, which utilizes a continuous scrolling video feed featuring videos three minutes and shorter. Parents of kid and teen account users are now able to enact time restrictions that will limit how long their children can scroll.
Details on Verizon cell phone outage
A widespread Verizon outage hit the U.S. on Wednesday, leaving thousands of customers without service. CBS News' Karen Hua has more.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
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.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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FBI: 1 arrested after protesters smash into unmarked federal vehicles
The FBI says that a suspect is in custody after protests in north Minneapolis Wednesday evening culminated in vandalism and the apparent compromising of federal documents.
26 charged in college basketball gambling scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged 26 people, including many college basketball players, in an illegal gambling probe. Danny Funt, author of "Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of Sports Gambling," joins to unpack the alleged scheme.
Busfield held without bond in child sex abuse case
Actor Timothy Busfield is being held without bond in his New Mexico child sex abuse case. Busfield denies the charges. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Drug ring used swimmers to stash cocaine on ships at sea, police say
Police said they had busted a network that saw smugglers swim on the high seas to help stash Colombian cocaine on container ships and hijack vessels.
Man convicted of killing Uber driver who he thought was robbing him
William J. Brock fatally shot the driver after wrongly assuming she was in on a plot to get $12,000 in supposed bond money for a relative, authorities said.
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Astronauts return after mission cut short
A NASA crew splashed down off the coast of California on Thursday weeks earlier than scheduled due to an astronaut aboard the International Space Station dealing with a medical issue. Mark Strassmann reports on the unprecedented mission home.
Astronauts back on Earth after medical issue cut mission short
Four space station Crew 11 fliers splashed down off the Southern California coast at 3:41 a.m. ET, closing out a 167-day stay in space cut short by a medical issue.
Former NASA astronaut on ISS undocking
The members of SpaceX Crew-11 undocked from the International Space Station on Wednesday, beginning their journey back to Earth. The crew is leaving a month early after NASA announced that an unnamed team member experienced an undisclosed "medical concern." Clayton Anderson, a former NASA astronaut who spent time on the ISS, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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The museum where iconic signs are celebrated
All his life, Tod Swormstedt has been fascinated, not necessarily by American small businesses, but by their signs, which announce to all the world -- or at least the folks on Main Street -- "we're here." "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil paid a visit to the museum inspired by his passion.
Behind the decline of opioid overdoses in Ohio
Once among the hardest hit by the opioid epidemic, overdose deaths are falling in Ohio, though challenges remain. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil reports.
Astronaut in "good spirits" after medical issue
Four space station fliers undocked and plunged back to Earth, safely splashing down in the Pacific Ocean off the Southern California coast six days after NASA ordered them home early because of an unspecified medical issue. Mark Strassmann has details.
Feds allege college basketball games were fixed
Federal prosecutors charged 26 people in an alleged point-shaving scheme involving multiple current and former college basketball players, authorities announced. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Iran tightens grip, regional powers urge restraint
The Iranian regime has appeared to tamp down anti-government protests that have swept across the country in recent weeks. Thousands are estimated to have been killed in the crackdown. Elizabeth Palmer has the latest.