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Tuesday's Political Recap
President Trump appears optimistic about the Senate passing the GOP tax plan, even though Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said getting the votes was "challenging." CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris joined CBSN to break down the latest on tax reform and the looming government spending deadline.
Trump speaks from White House
President Trump began his remarks Tuesday afternoon addressing North Korea's latest ballistic missile launch. He also spoke about Democratic leaders Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi, before Republican House Speaker Paul Ryan, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Secretary of Defense James Mattis made remarks. Watch this CBS News Special Report.
Dems cancel Trump meeting
President Trump was supposed to meet with leaders from both parties to address legislative issues amid the threat of a govermentment shutdown. But then Democrats opted out. Anne Marie-Green explains the reason for the cancellation.
Sen. Portman on tax plan
Republican Senator Rob Portman of Ohio is a member of the Senate Finance Committee. Portman joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss why he's "confident" Republicans will come together to pass the GOP tax plan and how the plan will offer tax relief to "pass-through" businesses and help boost middle class wages.
Sen. Franken apologizes
Senator Al Franken addressed the sexual misconduct allegations against him as he returned to work on Capitol Hill Monday. He apologized again to Leeann Tweeden, who accused him of nonconsensual kissing and groping, and said "you have to respect a woman's experience." Watch his remarks.
Sen. Franken "ashamed"
Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) says he is "embarrassed and ashamed" in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations against him. Washington Post congressional correspondent and CBS News political contributor Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss Sen. Franken's first on-camera response.
Moore staffer resigns
Republican Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore's communications director, John Rogers, has resigned. The campaign says he made the decision last Friday, and it had nothing to do with the sexual misconduct allegations against Moore. CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with the latest on Moore's campaign.
Trump defends Roy Moore
President Trump is standing up for embattled Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore, who has been accused by multiple women of making sexual advances when they were teens. Speaking to reporters Tuesday afternoon, Mr. Trump said "we don't need a liberal person" in the Senate seat. CBS News' Margaret Brennan joins CBSN with more.
Congress harassment claims
The longest-serving member in the U.S. House of Representatives, Rep. John Conyers (D-MI), is denying accusations of sexual harassment. The denial came after BuzzFeed News reported Conyers paid a woman more than $27,000 from his office budget to settle a complaint in 2015. Washington Post congressional reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN with reaction from Capitol Hill.
Conyers settlement claim
Following a report from BuzzFeed News, Rep. John Conyers (D-Michigan) is denying that he sexually harassed a former staff member. He is just the latest political leader facing questions about misconduct. Politico national political correspondent Gabe Debenedetti joins CBSN to analyze the allegations.
Roy Moore accusations
Three weeks before the special election, accusers continue to speak out against Roy Moore, the Republican Senate candidate in Alabama. Dean Reynolds is in Birmingham with more.
Roy Moore fallout
President Trump has yet to weigh in on the sexual misconduct allegations against Alabama Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore. However, he was quick to criticize Democratic Senator Al Franken for his behavior. Politico reporter Kevin Robillard joins CBSN with more on the fallout.
GOP tax plan
The Senate version of the Republican tax reform bill cleared committee on Friday in a straight party-line vote for a plan that has both winners and losers. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to break down what the proposed tax overhaul means for everyone.
Will tax reform pass?
National political reporter for Bloomberg News, Sahil Kapur, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why Republicans are "so eager" to pass tax reform before the end of the year and the challenges the party faces in making that happen.
Tax reform
NPR's lead politics editor Domenico Montanaro joined CBSN to break down what happened this week in politics, including the GOP's push to pass tax reform before the holidays.
Biden responds to April jobs report
President Biden is trying to ease concerns about the nation's economic recovery after Friday's jobs report showed far fewer jobs were added to the economy than expected. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Trump blasts Franken
President Trump is slamming Sen. Al Franken after Franken was accused of sexual misconduct, but the president, who has also faced similar accusations of his own, has been silent on Republican Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore. Senior political correspondent Cameron Joseph from Talking Points Memo joins CBSN to discuss the allegations that have rocked Washington.
Roy Moore stays defiant
While President Trump is blasting Democratic Sen. Al Franken over sexual harassment allegations, he has said nothing in public about claims of sexual misconduct by Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore. The former Alabama chief justice made a brief statement to reporters Thursday, then stood aside while event organizers blocked questions about the allegations. Dean Reynolds reports.
Tax plan passes
Republicans cheered Thursday as their tax plan passed with votes to spare, and President Trump took a victory lap on Capitol Hill. But Democrats warned the GOP will pay a political price for passing a plan that primarily benefits big business and the wealthy. Nancy Cordes reports.
Tax overhaul analysis
Republicans are doing a victory lap after the House passed their massive tax cut package with no Democratic support. Republicans believe the corporate tax cuts will make businesses more competitive and lead to more jobs, while Democrats say the tax cuts benefit the wealthy and will balloon the national debt. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes calls in from Capitol Hill to discuss the bill -- and what chance it has to pass in the Senate.
Moore slams McConnell
Alabama GOP Senate candidate Roy Moore is accusing Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of trying to steal the election, after McConnell called for him to step aside. This comes as the White House refuses to say whether President Trump believes the women accusing Moore of sexual misconduct. Major Garrett joins CBSN with more on the White House response.
Prospects for GOP tax bill
President Trump is rallying House GOP lawmakers before they vote on their tax reform plan. But the legislation is already facing hurdles in the Senate, where two key Republican lawmakers have said they oppose the current plan. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes takes us through the latest.
GOP tax bill
The House is expected to pass a Republican bill Thursday, cutting taxes on businesses and many individuals. One new poll finds 52 percent of Americans disapprove of the GOP tax plan. Nancy Cordes reports.
More Roy Moore allegations
Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore remains defiant after new allegations of unwelcome advances toward women and teenaged girls. A woman tells the Washington Post that Moore called her out of a high school math class 40 years ago to ask her on a date. Dean Reynolds reports.
Trump says he wants to move to 2nd phase of Gaza peace plan "as quickly as we can"
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are meeting to discuss the Gaza peace plan.
Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Winter storm could become "bomb cyclone" over Great Lakes and Northeast
A powerful winter storm system could become a "bomb cyclone" over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions this week.
Trump and Zelenskyy say they're nearly in agreement on Ukraine peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lauded "strong security guarantees" from the U.S. after Sunday's meeting with President Trump in Florida.
Homeland Security agents in Minneapolis investigating "rampant fraud"
Homeland Security agents are in Minneapolis on Monday "conducting a massive investigation on childcare and other rampant fraud," Secretary Kristi Noem said.
D.C. pipe bomb suspect told authorities "something just snapped," DOJ says
Brian Cole told investigators he believed that the 2020 election had been tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the DOJ alleges in court documents.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
Trump claims progress toward peace, but Russia signals more war ahead
Hours after Trump declares Russia and Ukraine "closer than ever" to peace, Moscow claims a failed drone strike will alter its negotiating position.
Second pilot involved in New Jersey helicopter crash dies, police say
A second helicopter pilot critically injured in a midair collision in Hammonton, New Jersey has died from his injuries, police said Monday.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
Winter storm could become "bomb cyclone" over Great Lakes and Northeast
A powerful winter storm system could become a "bomb cyclone" over the Great Lakes and Northeast regions this week.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 28, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, CBS News correspondents Major Garrett, Robert Costa, Jan Crawford, Jennifer Jacobs and Scott MacFarlane join Margaret Brennan.
Mine in South Korea to offer U.S. new source of a critical war metal
China dominates the supply of critical minerals such as tungsten, but a U.S. push for alternative sources has found one, deep inside a South Korean mountain.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
U.S. stocks hover at record highs after the Christmas holiday
Stocks are mostly flat in quiet morning trading on Friday as investors return from the Christmas holiday.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
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Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Trump claims progress toward peace, but Russia signals more war ahead
Hours after Trump declares Russia and Ukraine "closer than ever" to peace, Moscow claims a failed drone strike will alter its negotiating position.
Trump says he wants to move to 2nd phase of Gaza peace plan "as quickly as we can"
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are meeting to discuss the Gaza peace plan.
D.C. pipe bomb suspect told authorities "something just snapped," DOJ says
Brian Cole told investigators he believed that the 2020 election had been tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the DOJ alleges in court documents.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
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Advances in treatment for Alzheimer's disease
The number of Americans with Alzheimer's disease is expected to double from 7 million in 2020 to 14 million by 2060, according to the CDC. However, advances in treatment options are giving more people hope in slowing the decline. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
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Trump says U.S. hit "big facility" linked to alleged drug boats
President Trump said the U.S. hit a "big facility" last week linked to alleged drug boat operations, as tensions ratchet up with Venezuela.
Trump claims progress toward peace, but Russia signals more war ahead
Hours after Trump declares Russia and Ukraine "closer than ever" to peace, Moscow claims a failed drone strike will alter its negotiating position.
Trump says he wants to move to 2nd phase of Gaza peace plan "as quickly as we can"
President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are meeting to discuss the Gaza peace plan.
Heavyweight boxing champ Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash
British heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua was injured in a highway crash in Nigeria that reportedly killed two other people.
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What went through Bondi Beach hero's mind as he tackled a gunman?
Bondi Beach hero Ahmed al Ahmed tells CBS News in an exclusive interview why he sprang into action, risking his own life to save people he'd never met.
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Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
Brigitte Bardot dies at 91
Actress Brigitte Bardot has died at the age of 91. Elizabeth Palmer looks back on her life.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
2025: The year's top books
"Sunday Morning" checks out the bestselling fiction and non-fiction of the past year.
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OpenAI hiring for head safety executive to mitigate AI risks
The company's investment in safety prevention comes amid growing concerns over the potential harm of artificial intelligence.
Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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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.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Homeland Security agents in Minneapolis investigating "rampant fraud"
Homeland Security agents are in Minneapolis on Monday "conducting a massive investigation on childcare and other rampant fraud," Secretary Kristi Noem said.
Bondi Beach hero speaks out on deadly attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled a gunman on Australia's Bondi Beach during a violent ambush targeting a Jewish community gathering on the first day of Hanukkah, is speaking out as he heals from his injuries. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
DOJ on man accused of planting D.C. bombs
The Department of Justice says Brian Cole, who was arrested in Virginia and charged with transplanting and planting two IEDs at the DNC and RNC in Washington, D.C., on the eve of the U.S. Capitol riots, walked agents through his alleged plot. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
D.C. pipe bomb suspect told authorities "something just snapped," DOJ says
Brian Cole told investigators he believed that the 2020 election had been tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the DOJ alleges in court documents.
Knife attack in Suriname kills at least 9 people, police say
The attack took place in Richelieu in the Commewijne district about 25 kilometers (15 miles) east of Paramaribo.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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D.C. pipe bomb suspect confessed, DOJ says
The man accused of planting pipe bombs outside the Democratic and Republican national committee headquarters on Jan. 5, 2021, told investigators he believed the 2020 election was tampered with and he felt "someone needs to speak up," the Justice Department said in a court filing Sunday. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Winter storm moving into Northeast
Americans across the country are experiencing miserable weather conditions with another winter storm moving into the Northeast and the West Coast expected to get more rain this week. CBS News' Rob Marciano, Jessica Burch and Samantha Chaney have more.
Trump meeting with Netanyahu about Gaza
President Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the future of Gaza on Monday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Bondi Beach hero speaks out on deadly attack
Ahmed al Ahmed, the man who tackled a gunman on Australia's Bondi Beach during a violent ambush targeting a Jewish community gathering on the first day of Hanukkah, is speaking out as he heals from his injuries. CBS News' Anna Coren reports.
DOJ on man accused of planting D.C. bombs
The Department of Justice says Brian Cole, who was arrested in Virginia and charged with transplanting and planting two IEDs at the DNC and RNC in Washington, D.C., on the eve of the U.S. Capitol riots, walked agents through his alleged plot. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.