Ahead of midterms GOP incumbents on defense over 2017 tax vote in high-tax states
Democrats are slamming GOP incumbents over the state and local tax deduction cap that was part of the Republican tax cut
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Congress heads toward post-election fight over border wall
GOP leaders signal they're willing to engage in hardball tactics that could spark a partial government shutdown
Paul Ryan: New York Times op-ed author "obviously living in dishonesty"
"If you're not interested in helping the president, you shouldn't work for the president as far as I'm concerned," the House speaker said
Sen. McCain lies in state at U.S. Capitol
Senator John McCain returned on Friday to Capitol Hill, where he spent more than 35 years of his life. Mourners filed past his casket to pay their respects. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump warnings grow from forgotten Republicans
Republicans left behind are warning their party with increasing urgency, though it's unclear whether anyone's listening
Do Dems have a chance to unseat Wis. gov.?
Voters in Wisconsin headed to the polls for the state's primaries. Shawn Johnson, capitol bureau chief for Wisconsin Public Radio, speaks to CBSN about what to expect in the state's biggest races.
Paul Ryan's retirement fuels Democrats' hopes of picking up seat
Ryan's departure from the House is driving hopes among Democrats that they can pick up the seat that leans Republican
Jim Jordan says he's running for speaker
Jordan faces a race against Rep. Kevin McCarthy, who is supported by retiring Speaker of the House Paul Ryan
Measure to impeach Rod Rosenstein won't be brought up by House Freedom Caucus before recess
A handful of conservative members of Congress officially introduced articles of impeachment against Rosenstein Wednesday
Paul Ryan holds press conference after Trump's trade agreement
Ryan speaks to reporters after Trump announced a new agreement with the EU on trade
House GOP aims to expand tax law
The new tax proposals are aimed at giving Republican lawmakers a selling point as they prepare to leave Washington to campaign in their districts
Ryan: Trump "trolling" on security clearances
House Speaker Paul Ryan said the president is "trolling people" with his threat to revoke security clearances. The White House said Monday that Mr. Trump is currently "exploring" the idea of removing the clearances of several former intelligence chiefs including James Clapper, Michael Hayden and James Comey.
Paul Ryan says Trump "trolling" people on removing security clearances
Republican leaders hold press conference after White House suggested the president was considering pulling security clearances of some former intelligence chiefs
Push by liberal Democrats’ to abolish ICE delights GOP
"It's the craziest position I've ever seen, and they are just tripping over themselves to move too far to the left," says Ryan
Trump's tariffs cause concern in Washington
House Speaker Paul Ryan has voiced concern about the impact of tariffs the Trump administration recently placed on China, Mexico, Canada, and other countries. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined CBSN from Capitol Hill with more.
Ryan criticizes Trump tariffs
House Speaker Paul Ryan reiterated his opposition to President Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Chinese imports in an escalating trade war. "I think there are legitimate, absolutely unfair trade practices, particularly by China ... I just don't think tariffs are the right mechanism to do that," Ryan said at a press conference Wednesday.
Paul Ryan criticizes Trump's tariffs, saying they aren't "the right way to go"
In May, Ryan came out against the president's decision to move ahead with tariffs on steel and aluminum imports
Paul Ryan says Lisa Page has "obligation" to testify
House Speaker Paul Ryan told reporters that he was "very disturbed" ex-FBI lawyer Lisa Page did not appear for a closed-door interview with Congressional lawmakers and suggested that Congress coul hold her in contempt for not complying with a subpoena.
Ryan slams ex-FBI lawyer Lisa Page for not complying with congressional subpoena
"She was a part of the mess that we have uncovered over at DOJ. She has an obligation to come and testify," Ryan said of Page
Paul Ryan says Maxine Waters should apologize for Trump administration rhetoric
"There's no place for this. She obviously should apologize," said Ryan on Tuesday
GOP immigration plans falter as vote on compromise delayed
Republicans in the House split on a conservative immigration bill and had to postpone a vote on a second bill
What if immigration bills fail? Paul Ryan says, "We'll cross that bridge if we get to it"
The House will vote on immigration measures a day after Trump signed an executive order to address family separation
Immigration bill "not ready for primetime" Rep. Mark Meadows says
The House is expected to vote on immigration Thursday
Ryan: House will vote on immigration bill
House Speaker Paul Ryan says the House aims to pass legislation on Thursday to address immigration issues, including the Trump administration's family separation policy. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on the developments.
Ryan says House will vote Thursday on immigration bill that keeps families together
Ryan addressed reporters after Trump paid a visit to Capitol Hill on Tuesday to talk immigration legistlation
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Vance says no agreement reached after marathon session of direct talks with Iran
Vice President JD Vance told reporters that "we have not reached an agreement" following face-to-face talks with Iranian leaders and Pakistani negotiators.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
First glimpse of 2028 Democratic field at National Action Network Convention
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
Is Hungarian leader and MAGA darling Viktor Orbán about to be ousted?
The latest polls indicate that Viktor Orbán, an international ally of President Trump, and his Fidedz party are trailing the rival Tisza party.
Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
Man with machete fatally shot at Grand Central after slashing attack, NYPD says
A man with a machete slashed and injured three people at Grand Central Station on Saturday before he was fatally shot by police, officials said.
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Remains of missing woman discovered in hidden grave decades later
Kimberly Langwell, a mom in Beaumont, Texas, had dinner plans with her teenage daughter and boyfriend on July 9, 1999 – but she never came home from work. It would take more than 20 years before one man's long-kept secret would expose her killer.
Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
At age 102, a New York man is still striving for perfection, through pottery
George Strausman of Great Neck, New York, is 102 years old and still works four days a week in his family's construction business. But it's what he does on his day off that is even more remarkable.
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Tesla wins Dutch approval to use self-driving features, a first for Europe
The Netherlands' decision now goes to the European Commission for full authorization.
Anthropic's Mythos AI can spot flaws in almost every computer on earth. Uh-oh.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
Bessent, Fed's Powell met with bank CEOs over potent new Anthropic AI
Financial industry leaders met to discuss potential cyber risks posed by Anthropic's latest AI model, which has found weaknesses in every major computer operating system.
Why a Strait of Hormuz "toll" would pose economic and geopolitical risks
Energy industry experts warn that allowing Iran to charge ships to ensure safe passage through the strait would raise energy costs.
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Judge told to reconsider security implications of halting White House ballroom
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit said it did not have enough information to decide how much of the project can be suspended without jeopardizing the safety of the president.
First glimpse of 2028 Democratic field at National Action Network Convention
A horde of 2028 Democratic presidential hopefuls attended Al Sharpton's National Action Network conference, nearly two years before the first primary votes will be cast.
Is Hungarian leader and MAGA darling Viktor Orbán about to be ousted?
The latest polls indicate that Viktor Orbán, an international ally of President Trump, and his Fidedz party are trailing the rival Tisza party.
Dems call on Swalwell to drop out of gov race amid sexual assault allegations
The woman alleged the California gubernatorial candidate sexually assaulted her twice when she was too drunk to consent.
IMF chief concerned about Anthropic cybersecurity risks: "Time is not our friend"
Kristalina Georgieva, the head of the International Monetary Fund, called on key institutions to work together to manage cybersecurity risks.
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A teen athlete's headache wouldn't stop. It took a year to find a cure.
Jack Alston was used to migraines, but after two concussions in middle school, he was stuck with a headache that wouldn't go away.
Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
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Pope Leo issues latest rebuke of Iran conflict: "Enough with war!"
Pope Leo XIV offered his strongest condemnation yet of the war in Iran on Saturday, appearing to take multiple veiled shots at President Trump.
U.S. naval destroyers have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, CENTCOM says
The destroyers were beginning mine-clearing operations in the vital waterway, U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
Authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine from banana, wine shipments
The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a deep-sea container port about 30 miles from London.
U.S. set to deport family of Iranian propagandist "Screaming Mary"
The State Department said on Saturday it has revoked the green cards and detained the family of the Iranian regime propagandist known as "Screaming Mary."
Tesla wins Dutch approval to use self-driving features, a first for Europe
The Netherlands' decision now goes to the European Commission for full authorization.
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04/11: Saturday Morning
The Artemis II crew is back on Earth after a successful splashdown. Meanwhile, the world awaits results of U.S. and Iranian talks in Pakistan.
Marking 50 years since a key pinball moment
Journalist Roger Sharpe is known as the "The Man Who Saved Pinball," after he helped overturn New York City's 35-year ban on the game. "CBS Saturday Morning" sits down with Sharpe to discuss the 50th anniversary of a key moment in pinball history.
Levy Rozman on new book "Chess for Babies"
Chess master Levy Rozman join "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his newest book, "Chess for Babies," and how his online presence is changing the way people learn to play the game.
Theo Lawrence performs "Dear Pillow"
Theo Lawrence grew up outside of Paris, but developed his love for American country music by checking out records at his local library. He moved to Texas in 2023 and released his debut album, "Cherie." His next adventure is a coast-to-coast tour, including a stop at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Here's Theo Lawrence performing "Dear Pillow."
Theo Lawrence performs "California Poppy"
Theo Lawrence grew up outside of Paris, but developed his love for American country music by checking out records at his local library. He moved to Texas in 2023 and released his debut album, "Cherie." His next adventure is a coast-to-coast tour, including a stop at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Here's Theo Lawrence performing "California Poppy."
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Why new AI model is considered too powerful
Anthropic has announced that it is teaming up with industry competitors to "secure the world's most critical software" from its own AI model, Mythos. New York Times reporter Mike Isaac joins "The Takeout" with more.
Anthropic's Mythos AI can spot flaws in almost every computer on earth. Uh-oh.
Could powerful AI models like Anthropic's Mythos give cybercriminals and other bad actors a roadmap for exploiting tech systems?
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.
How does Gen Z feels about AI?
A study by Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation looked into how Generation Z feels about using AI. Callie Holtermann, a reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News with more.
How to stay ahead of AI in your career
A recent CBS News poll found 66% of Americans believe AI will decrease jobs. LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky and chief economic opportunity officer Aneesh Raman share insights on the skills that professionals need to stay ahead of AI at work.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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Remains of missing woman discovered in hidden grave decades later
Kimberly Langwell, a mom in Beaumont, Texas, had dinner plans with her teenage daughter and boyfriend on July 9, 1999 – but she never came home from work. It would take more than 20 years before one man's long-kept secret would expose her killer.
Authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine from banana, wine shipments
The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a deep-sea container port about 30 miles from London.
Latest on woman missing in the Bahamas
Lynette Hooker was reported missing in the Bahamas one week ago by her husband, Brian, who said she fell off their boat. Hooker was arrested on Thursday in connection to his wife's disappearance. "CBS Saturday Morning" speaks with people who knew the couple to learn more.
Malnourished boy found locked in utility van since 2024, police say
A 9-year-old boy was rescued this week after living locked in his father's utility van in eastern France since 2024, according to the local prosecutor.
DHS investigates killing of gas station clerk
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been drawn into the case of a woman who was killed in a hammer attack last week at a gas station in Fort Myers, Florida, after a Haitian immigrant was taken into custody on homicide charges in connection with the attack. Nicole Valdes has the latest.
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Artemis II astronauts welcomed home to Houston after historic moonshot
The Artemis II astronauts flew back to the Johnson Space Center in Houston Saturday to cheers and applause from family members and hundreds of NASA workers.
9 highlights from Artemis II's epic journey around the moon
The Artemis II crew's nine-day moon mission set a record for the farthest any human has ever traveled from Earth. Here's a look at the key moments.
Artemis II crew splashes down to end historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts returned to Earth with a splashdown landing in the Pacific Ocean after making a high-speed reentry through the atmosphere.
How an 8-year-old designed a zero-gravity indicator for Artemis II
The development of the mission mascot and viral sensation Rise began over a year before Artemis II blasted off.
As Artemis II heads back to Earth, crew stakes their lives on the heat shield
Despite problems during the unpiloted Artemis I reentry, the Artemis II crew is confident their heat shield will protect them during a fiery descent to Earth.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Kimberly Langwell's Hidden Grave
A mother disappears leaving her young daughter in despair. Decades later, information leads to a secret grave. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Spectators react to splashdown
CBS News reporter Jared Ochacher reports on the Artemis II crew's splashdown from San Diego. He spoke with some folks who watched from the Fleet Science Center.
JD Vance: U.S. and Iran did not make a deal
Vice President JD Vance spoke in Islamabad, Pakistan, where he participated in negotiations with Iranian officials over the ongoing conflict.
Artemis II crew returns to Houston
The Artemis II astronauts spoke following the successful completion of their mission. They splashed down on Friday night off the coast of San Diego. Retired Lieutenant Colonel David Mahan joins CBS News to discuss.
Artemis II crew speaks after landing on Earth
The Artemis II crew spoke publicly for the first time after their successful mission at the Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas.