Tillerson defends cuts to State Department budget
“It is an unmistakable restatement of the needs the country faces and the priorities we must establish," Secretary of State says of White House budget
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Tillerson calls for "different approach" on North Korea
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Tillerson lays out case for potentially ditching UN Human Rights Council
In a letter to non-profits, Tillerson says the Council "requires considerable reform in order for us to continue to participate"
Rex Tillerson breaks precedent and brings only one reporter on trip to Asia
Tillerson is traveling to Japan, South Korea and China and is bringing along a reporter from a conservative-leaning outlet
Rex Tillerson embarks on Asia trip amid Korea concerns
The four-day trip will immerse Tillerson in an intensive diplomatic crash course
NY AG accuses Rex Tillerson of using alias in climate change emails
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman made the accusation in a letter to a New York court Monday
On foreign affairs, Trump's role unclear and Tillerson's influence curbed
President’s role in Marine deployment to Syria is vague while Rex Tillerson’s State Department is being shut out of key meetings
Rex Tillerson recuses himself from Keystone pipeline decision
The secretary of state and former Exxon CEO will "play no role" in evaluating TransCanada's application to build the pipeline
Trump administration looks to resume arms Saudi arms sale
The Obama administration halted the deal late last year over concerns the weapons were being used to kill civilians in Yemen
How Russian oil-giant Rosneft could claim U.S. oil
Its loan to the Venezuelan company behind Citgo could trigger a claim on U.S. pipelines that only the White House could stop
Exxon CEO Darren Woods steps out of Tillerson’s shadow
The new boss is a company lifer who has so far kept a low profile and made few comments -- that’s likely to soon change
Rex Tillerson - silent on human rights?
Tillerson is skipping the long tradition among secretaries of State of personally the State Department's annual Human Rights Report Friday
Former Obama officials refute report on Trump associates and Russia
The New York Times reported that Obama aides tried to spread information about Trump campaign associates in order to leave a trail for intelligence community
What Trump didn't say is making diplomats nervous
A State Department senior aide insisted that Secretary of State Rex Tillerson is “comfortable with his working relationship with President Trump”
Today in Trump: February 24, 2017
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The Takeout: What to expect from Trump’s first joint address to Congress
CBS News’ Margaret Brennan joined Major Garrett and Steve Chaggaris to talk over the president’s challenges in his first address to Congress, as well as the troubles he’s having with his foreign policy teams
Today in Trump: February 23, 2017
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DHS secretary says “no use of military forces in immigration”
John Kelly and Secretary of State Rex Tillerson went to Mexico to try and smooth over the differences between the U.S. and Mexico
Secretaries of State, Homeland Security head to Mexico
Rex Tillerson and John Kelly will meet with Mexican president amid strained relations to talk immigration, border security
President Trump sends two Cabinet members south of the border
The fence-mending mission began with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s arrival in Mexico City for a meeting with Mexico’s president
Today in Trump: February 22, 2017
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Rex Tillerson: The silent man at the State Department
Tillerson has yet to hold a news conference, many of his meetings and calls are not publicly disclosed, and there have been no daily State Department briefings
Today in Trump: February 21, 2017
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As Trump makes foreign moves, Tillerson avoids spotlight
Cautious secretary of state is proving to be everything his extroverted Oval Office boss is not
Today in Trump: February 17, 2017
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Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, found dead in their Los Angeles home
Director Rob Reiner and wife, Michele, were found dead in their Los Angeles home, sources told CBS News, in what police called an apparent homicide.
At least 15 killed in targeted attack on Jewish Australians, police say
At least 15 people were killed at a Jewish gathering on Australia's Bondi Beach, according to Australian government officials and police. One of two gunmen was also dead.
Person of interest released after questioning in Brown University shooting
Two people were killed and nine more wounded in the Saturday afternoon shooting in a building on Brown University campus in Rhode Island, authorities said.
7 highlights from Erika Kirk's CBS News town hall
Erika Kirk recalls the emotional fog of Charlie Kirk's assassination, addresses conspiracy theories and takes questions during a CBS News town hall hosted by Bari Weiss.
Germany, driven by war in Ukraine, rearms its military
Germany is stepping up military recruiting and investing in everything from drones to spy cockroaches to build up its defense.
Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Leaders say Australia needs tougher gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
For the second time in 3 decades, Australian leaders have vowed to respond quickly to a mass shooting with tighter gun ownership laws.
Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, convicted in landmark trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial. He faces a possible life sentence.
Rob Reiner remembered for beloved films, iconic performances
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
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Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
Rob Reiner remembered for beloved films, iconic performances
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
Man suspected of killing wife in California extradited to U.S. from Peru
Jossimar Cabrera, suspected of killing his wife and dumping her body in a Southern California forest has been extradited back to the U.S. from Peru to face a murder charge, L.A. officials say.
Merriam-Webster's dictionary names its 2025 word of the year
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Erika Kirk and Candace Owens to meet Monday
Erika Kirk said on X that she and Candace Owens would have a "private, in-person meeting" Monday.
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Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
A guide to "Made in America" holiday gifts, state by state
The Made in America Holiday Gift Guide, promoting products made in the U.S., includes more than 150 companies from all 50 states. For small business owners, being included in this year's gift guide feels close to a Christmas miracle.
What are the prospects for laid-off workers?
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Law prof sues Boeing, alleging exposure to toxic fumes on Delta flight
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Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
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Jan. 6 police hero becomes go-to witness for Democrats in Congress
Daniel Hodges, a D.C. metropolitan police officer, says he's trying to block the whitewashing of the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
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Transcript: Kevin Hassett on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett tthat aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar says her son was pulled over by ICE
Democratic Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar said federal immigration agents pulled over her son on Saturday and asked him to prove his citizenship.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 14, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 14, 2025.
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Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
Millions of Americans could see health plan costs double as ACA credits vanish
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
Vaccine vote signals turbulence for immunization policy, public trust
Clinicians and epidemiologists warn the decision could unravel decades of progress and expose newborns to a deadly, preventable disease.
Botulism outbreak tied to ByHeart products includes 51 babies in 19 states
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Leaders say Australia needs tougher gun laws after Bondi Beach shooting
For the second time in 3 decades, Australian leaders have vowed to respond quickly to a mass shooting with tighter gun ownership laws.
Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain
Police seized one of the helicopters, 1,448 pounds of hashish, five firearms, cash and vehicles during raids.
Remains of ancient king's temple dedicated to sun god found in Egypt
An archaeological team has uncovered for the first time more than half of the temple, long buried under River Nile sediment.
Man suspected of killing wife in California extradited to U.S. from Peru
Jossimar Cabrera, suspected of killing his wife and dumping her body in a Southern California forest has been extradited back to the U.S. from Peru to face a murder charge, L.A. officials say.
Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong pro-democracy activist, convicted in landmark trial
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, an outspoken critic of Beijing, was convicted in a landmark national security trial. He faces a possible life sentence.
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Remembering Rob Reiner's life and legacy
Rob Reiner starred in "All in the Family" for eight seasons. He later went behind the camera and built a decades-long run as a director across multiple genres. Vlad Duthiers looks back at Reiner's legacy.
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Rob Reiner, wife found dead at home
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Rob Reiner and wife found dead in their Los Angeles home: What to know
Hollywood director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele, were found dead inside their Los Angeles home Sunday, sources told CBS News, in what police are investigating as an apparent homicide.
Yuletide Carolers keeping tradition alive
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Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy, sells itself to Chinese company
iRobot, which introduced the Roomba vacuum cleaner in 2002, vows to continue supporting its products despite Chapter 11 filing.
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President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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College grads struggling to launch careers
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Trump targets state regulations for AI
President Trump signed an executive order Thursday that aims to prevent states from enforcing their own regulations on artificial intelligence. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
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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.
"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
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Search continues for Brown University shooter
Police are continuing their search for the shooter who killed two people and injured nine others in an engineering building on Brown University's campus on Saturday, authorities said. A person of interest who had been detained was released Sunday night, police said. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill has the latest. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison also joins to discuss.
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Police have released a person of interest who was detained in a shooting at Brown University. Two students were killed and at least nine others were injured in the Saturday attack. Tom Hanson spoke with students about the shooting.
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Gang using helicopters to smuggle drugs busted in Spain
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"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
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3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
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Search continues for Brown University shooter
Police are continuing their search for the shooter who killed two people and injured nine others in an engineering building on Brown University's campus on Saturday, authorities said. A person of interest who had been detained was released Sunday night, police said. CBS News correspondent Jarred Hill has the latest. Former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison also joins to discuss.
Person of interest released in Brown shooting
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