Biden welcomes Obamas back to White House for portrait unveiling
It's been more than a decade since the Obamas welcomed George W. Bush back to the White House.
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Lesley Stahl on Watergate's 50th anniversary
Fifty years ago, burglars broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters in the Watergate complex, prompting an unprecedented political scandal that ultimately took down president Richard Nixon. CBS News correspondent Lesley Stahl covered the story from the first day, and joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the scandal and its parallels to today's politics.
"Watergate: High Crimes in the White House"
This gripping documentary looks back at the infamous break-in 50 years ago at the Democratic National Committee's Watergate headquarters. What seemed at first to be a mere burglary grew into an extraordinary story of crime and scandal that took down President Richard Nixon – it’s a story that remains as relevant as ever.
CBS News Archive: Watergate Special Report
As presented by John Dickerson on the CBS News streaming network, Roger Mudd's CBS News Special Report from November 4, 1973, "The Embattled President," was focused on Richard Nixon's secret taping system.
Alexander Butterfield: 60 Minutes Interview
Alexander Butterfield stunned the nation when he told the Watergate Senate subcommittee that President Nixon had tape-recorded conversations in the Oval Office. In 1975 was interviewed by 60 Minutes correspondent Mike Wallace.
Inside coverage of Watergate scandal 50 years later
Fifty years ago, the Watergate break-in took place, ultimately leading to President Richard Nixon's resignation. Lesley Stahl, a rookie CBS News correspondent at the time, was assigned to the story, which was initially thought to be just a petty crime. Hear more from Stahl in "Watergate: High Crimes in the White House," premiering Friday, June 17 at 9 p.m. ET on CBS. It will also be available to stream on the CBS News app and Paramount+.
Donald Segretti: The 60 Minutes Interview
Donald Segretti was known as a dirty trickster whose shenanigans got him caught up in the Watergate investigation and resulted in prison time.
Egil Krogh: The 60 Minutes Interview
Egil Krogh, a member of Nixon’s White House Plumbers who testified before the Watergate Senate subcommittee, gave his first television interview to Mike Wallace in 1974.
Alexander Haig: The 60 Minutes Interview
The day after the House Judiciary Committee voted on an article of impeachment against President Richard Nixon, the president’s chief of staff spoke to 60 Minutes.
John Ehrlichman: The 60 Minutes Interview
In June 1973, Nixon advisor John Ehrlichman told 60 Minutes the White House had “no interest” in covering up the Watergate break-in because “it had no exposure.” Ehrlichman served 18 months in prison for his role in the cover-up.
Watergate: High Crimes in the White House
On June 17, CBS will air a two-hour documentary that takes viewers inside the extraordinary story of crime and scandal that took down President Richard Nixon.
The Watergate interviews on 60 Minutes
Following the 1972 break-in into Democratic Headquarters at the Watergate complex, 60 Minutes interviewed many people who became central to the break-in and the subsequent cover-up.
Capitol riot hearings could impact legal case against Trump
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot will aim to build a case against former President Donald Trump during its public hearings. David Becker, CBS News election law contributor and executive director for the Center for Election Innovation and Research, joins CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas to discuss the issue.
Looking back on 50 years of "war on cancer"
In 1971, President Richard Nixon signed the National Cancer Act. Since then, fatality rates for all cancers have dropped 27%. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on the progress that's been made and how far left to go.
Nixon's 1973 inaugural speech
Nixon, in his inaugural address, said America would no longer "make every other nation's conflict our own". A week later, America officially ceased all action in Vietnam.
Nixon's 1969 inaugural speech
Richard M. Nixon gives his inaugural address as the 37th president of the United States in front of the Capitol in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20, 1969. Watch his full remarks.
Richard Nixon library reopens
High-tech interactive displays tell the story of Richard Nixon's accomplishments as well as his shame at the newly reopened Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum. Nixon admirers raised the $15 million needed to renovate the museum that originally opened in 1990. John Blackstone has more.
April 29th, 1974 marked the beginning of the end of the Watergate saga -- and President Richard Nixon's time in office
April 29th, 1974 marked the beginning of the end of the Watergate saga -- and President Richard Nixon's time in office. Nixon announced he would release transcripts of secretly recorded conversations related to the Watergate scandal. Watch "CBS Evening News" coverage from that day.
Prince Philip's apology letter to Richard Nixon revealed
Prince Philip said he had woken up "in a cold sweat" after realizing his mistake.
We’re still learning new secrets about Nixon's alleged deception and crimes beyond Watergate.
It’s been 41 years since Richard Nixon became the first U.S. president to resign, and we’re still learning new secrets about his alleged deception and crimes beyond Watergate. They’re being revealed by Nixon aide Alexander Butterfield, who shared details with legendary Watergate reporter Bob Woodward. Woodward joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, “The Last of the President’s Men,” published by Simon and Schuster, a division of CBS.
The full episode of the CBS Evening news from the October 12, 2015 edition
Around 250 people have been stranded on a 5,000-acre island in South Carolina since last Monday; despite his resolute public attitude toward the war, documents detailed in the new book "The Last of the President's Men" reveal that President Richard Nixon had his doubts about America's efforts in the Vietnam war
Despite his resolute public attitude toward the war, documents detailed in the new book "The Last of the President's Men" reveal that President Richard Nixon had his doubts about America's efforts in the Vietnam war
Despite his resolute public attitude toward the war, documents detailed in the new book "The Last of the President's Men" reveal that President Richard Nixon had his doubts about America's efforts in the Vietnam war. David Martin has more.
G. Gordon Liddy, Watergate mastermind, has died at age 90
His son, Thomas Liddy, confirmed the death but did not reveal the cause, other than to say it was not related to COVID-19.
The Nixon Years
Mike Wallace hosts a retrospective of Richard Nixon's political career, his presidency, and the Watergate scandal that led to his resignation on August 8, 1974.
On Aug. 9, 1974, the morning after he announced his resignation, President Richard Nixon delivered an emotional farewell address to his staff in the East Room of the White House
On Aug. 9, 1974, the morning after he announced his resignation, President Richard Nixon delivered an emotional farewell address to his staff in the East Room of the White House. Walter Cronkite anchored the CBS News Special Report with Dan Rather reporting.
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Iran's supreme leader gives first statement as oil prices go up, markets down
Iran's relentless attacks on Gulf states and infrastructure appear to be overshadowing interventions by the U.S. and its allies aimed at easing energy prices.
Gunman opens fire at Old Dominion University, injuring 2; suspect killed
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
Senate to vote again on funding DHS as tempers flare over impasse
The Senate will vote again on a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security as an impasse over how to reform immigration enforcement agencies has grown ugly, nearly a month into a partial shutdown.
Iran shares first statement attributed to its new supreme leader
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
Clyburn, 85-year-old South Carolina Democrat, running for reelection
Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina announced Thursday he will seek an 18th term in Congress.
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U.S. imposes sanctions over North Korean scheme to fund weapons program
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned six individuals and two companies accused of aiding North Korea in running a global scheme using remote IT workers to fund their weapons program.
Iran won't surrender "in a million years," analyst says
The U.S. and Israel had a "flawed assumption" that the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would lead to the collapse of the regime, said an expert on the region.
Officer took ambulance sent for man dying from police shooting, report says
The report raised questions about what took place after the shooting, which left Dyshan Best bleeding with fatal injuries.
Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
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Misty Copeland fires back at Timothée Chalamet ballet, opera comments
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Lawsuit alleges David Protein understates calories and fat of its bars
Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.
Senate passes sweeping bipartisan housing bill, but House roadblocks remain
The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.
Gunman opens fire at Old Dominion University, injuring 2; suspect killed
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
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Trump weighs Jones Act waiver amid rising fuel prices, White House says
Easing the century-old shipping law could help lower fuel prices as the Iran war pushes crude oil near $100 a barrel, experts say.
Lawsuit alleges David Protein understates calories and fat of its bars
Plaintiffs claim that David Protein bars contain "way more" calories and fat than what's displayed on the label.
Massive emergency oil release fails to stem investor fears
Attacks on shipping traffic and energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf temporarily pushed oil back above $100 a barrel, stoking investor fears.
As pennies begin to disappear, states grappling with "rounding" problem
As pennies begin to disappear, states are grappling with a "rounding" problem for cash purchases that would have included them in the past.
Will Iran war-linked leap in gas prices boost EV sales?
Whether the Iran war-linked leap in the price of gas will give a shot in the arm to EV sales will depend on a variety of factors, experts say, so the answer isn't clear-cut.
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Senate passes sweeping bipartisan housing bill, but House roadblocks remain
The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.
Dad of 3 felt forced to quit TSA job amid shutdown: "Family has to come first"
More than 300 TSA officers have quit since the partial government shutdown began last month, according to agency statistics obtained by CBS News.
Clyburn, 85-year-old South Carolina Democrat, running for reelection
Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina announced Thursday he will seek an 18th term in Congress.
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U.S. imposes sanctions over North Korean scheme to fund weapons program
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday sanctioned six individuals and two companies accused of aiding North Korea in running a global scheme using remote IT workers to fund their weapons program.
First week of Iran war cost U.S. over $11 billion, military told lawmakers
The first week of the U.S.'s war with Iran cost around $11.3 billion, military officials told members of Congress in a briefing this week, according to sources familiar with the meeting.
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Disease once linked to mining hits workers in countertops industry
Crystalline silica, which is released into the air when workers cut and polish engineered stone for kitchen countertops, can scar human lungs beyond repair.
"I was fighting to survive": Patients still struggle with preauthorization hurdles
Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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There's one building in LA with 89 registered hospices: "Ground zero" for fraud?
A CBS News analysis of records for every hospice operating in Los Angeles County finds indications of fraud are growing.
Raw oysters and clams recalled in 9 states over norovirus risks
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
More kids are in ERs for tooth pain. Budget cuts and fluoride fights aren't helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the COVID-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
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Iran shares first statement attributed to its new supreme leader
Iranian state media say the country's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, in his first public statement, has called for the Strait of Hormuz to remain shut.
How do other countries view the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran?
CBS News journalists offer international perspectives from leaders and citizens in a number of countries as the Iran war nears the two-week mark.
Paralympian Oksana Masters "on top of the world" after winning 22nd medal
Oksana Masters said she was shocked to win her 22nd Paralympic Medal in Milan.
Giant underground pipe mysteriously rises over 30 feet in Japan
The pipe, with a diameter of 11.5 feet, towered as high as 42 feet at one point, according to the Osaka construction department.
Strike in Strait of Hormuz may be message to U.S., analyst says
The strike appears to have come without warning, and shows that Iran and its proxies can target ships even without mining the Strait of Hormuz.
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Misty Copeland fires back at Timothée Chalamet ballet, opera comments
Ballerina Misty Copeland responded to controversial comments made by actor Timothée Chalamet when he appeared to dismiss the significance of ballet and opera, saying, "No one cares."
John Grisham on his first-ever spy novel
John Grisham, who has written 52 bestsellers, reveals the name of his new novel on "CBS Mornings" and talks about how writing about espionage compares to his legal thrillers.
Spoiler alert! Latest "Survivor elimination
The fourth contestant eliminated from "Survivor: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being voted off and playing the game again.
Misty Copeland on Timothée Chalamet comments
Misty Copeland, the first Black female principal dancer for the American Ballet Theater, said Timothée Chalamet "wouldn't be an actor and have the opportunities he has as a movie star if it weren't for opera and ballet and their relevance in that medium." Her response comes after Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera sparked backlash.
Oscars 2026: Behind the scenes with the best supporting actor nominees
Watch scenes from the performances nominated for best supporting actor at the 98th annual Academy Awards, as well as interviews with the nominees.
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Memory chip shortage could raise tech prices
An explosion in artificial intelligence data centers and cloud computing is shrinking the supply of memory chips, which is having a major impact on the price consumers pay for everyday tech. CNET editor-in-chief David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
What is XMoney, Elon Musk's new digital payments platform?
Elon Musk said his long-planned payments platform, dubbed XMoney, is set to launch for select users. Here's what to know.
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 Hollywood is grappling with AI
AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Details on Pentagon removal of Claude
CBS News exclusively obtained a Pentagon memo from earlier this month that went out to several senior defense leaders and commanders. It ordered the removal of Anthropic's AI technology from key national systems. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Old Dominion University confirms shooting
Two people were injured Thursday during a shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, according to an alert. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Gunman opens fire at Old Dominion University, injuring 2; suspect killed
A shooter was killed after opening fire in a building on the campus of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, the university said.
Cops on potential bomb near Mamdani's home
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards and Sgt. Luis Navarro are being lauded for their actions during a tense encounter outside Gracie Mansion involving a potential explosive device. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
NYPD cop who chased down bomb suspect had just one thought: "Catch the bad guy"
NYPD Chief Aaron Edwards hopped a metal barrier to chase down a suspect accused of throwing IEDs during clashing protests outside Gracie Mansion.
Officials downplay risk of attacks off West Coast
Officials are downplaying the risk of Iranian drone attacks against California after an FBI memo said the regime "allegedly aspired" to target the Golden State. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports. Then, former FBI Special Agent Jeff Harp joins with analysis.
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
1,300-pound NASA satellite re-enters Earth's atmosphere after 14 years in space
The Van Allen probe's mission was meant to last two years, but ended up going for nearly seven.
Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
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Qatari spokesman on Iran war
Dr. Majed Al Ansari, an adviser to the Qatari prime minister and spokesperson for the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, warned that unchecked escalation will lead to "catastrophic results for the region and beyond" as Iran strikes its Gulf neighbors. Ansari told CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab that Qatar is a peaceful country, but "if we have attacks coming into our country, we will defend ourselves."
Old Dominion University confirms shooting
Two people were injured Thursday during a shooting at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, according to an alert. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Supreme Court asked to end TPS for Haitians
The Trump administration has filed an emergency petition for the Supreme Court to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) provided to thousands of Haitians. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Latest on Iran war as supreme leader speaks
Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, released a public message on Thursday as concerns rise about ships being attacked in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Matt Gutman and Courtney Kealy report.
Oksana Masters on Winter Paralympics
U.S. Paralympian Oksana Masters is celebrating winning three gold medals in Milan, making her the most decorated U.S. Winter Paralympian. Masters joined CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more.