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Special counsel Robert Mueller stated his team did not have the option to charge President Trump with obstruction of justice because of Justice Department policy. However, Mueller made it clear he could not exonerate the President. CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe explains the implications of Mueller's remarks.
Before departing to address the graduates of the Air Force Academy, President Trump slammed special counsel Robert Mueller, saying he "should have never been chosen" to lead the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
More Democratic lawmakers and presidential candidates say they support impeaching President Trump following Robert Mueller's public remarks, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is still urging caution. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain what Congress may do next.
President Trump had an exchange with CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid about special counsel Robert Mueller's obstruction investigation into Mr. Trump. Mueller "couldn't clear you," she pointed out to Mr. Trump Thursday morning, as he was leaving the White House for Colorado Springs. "That means you're innocent." he responded.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, Attorney General William Barr addressed Robert Mueller's remarks Wednesday, when the former special counsel said the Russia investigation did not clear the president. Barr says Mueller could have reached a decision on whether President Trump obstructed justice. Tune in to "CBS This Morning" on Friday, May 31, for the full report.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning," Attorney General William Barr says special counsel Robert Mueller could have said whether he believes President Trump committed a crime. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford traveled with Barr to Alaska, where he is listening to the unique concerns of native Alaskans. She pressed the attorney general on issues ranging from obstruction of the Russia investigation, to his review of how that probe began in 2016.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning," Attorney General William Barr highlights why he opened an investigation into the origins of the Russia investigation. Barr tells CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford there is evidence that makes him believe senior government officials may have acted improperly to authorize surveillance of President Trump's 2016 campaign. He says that led to "spying" on the campaign.
Attorney General William Barr says special counsel Robert Mueller could have ruled on whether President Trump committed an obstruction of justice offense, but chose not to. Barr explained to CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford why he cleared the president. Crawford joined CBSN AM to discuss her interview.
Attorney General William Barr sat down with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford for an exclusive interview, and explains why it was that special counsel Robert Mueller could not clear President Trump on obstruction, and Barr could.
CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller unpack the key moments from Attorney General William Barr's interview with CBS News.
The U.S. government is planning an unprecedented review of the world's largest tech companies. Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon are the likely targets of potential antitrust investigations. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.
CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN from Capitol Hill with the latest on House Democrats' plans to hold Attorney General William Barr and former White House counsel Don McGahn in contempt of Congress related to their handling of the Mueller report.
Political reporter Julia Manchester from The Hill joined CBSN to discuss whether the Justice Department's deal with the House Judiciary Committee to turn over some evidence from the Mueller probe is a victory for Democrats.
Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, chair of the House Intelligence Committee, spoke at the beginning of a hearing on the counterintelligence implications of special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia report Wednesday.
Robert Mueller has agreed to testify publicly July 17 before the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees after both panels issued subpoenas to him Tuesday evening. CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall and CBS News intelligence reporter Olivia Gazis join CBSN with the latest from Washington.
Robert Mueller has agreed to answer questions from Congress for the first time since his investigation of Russian election interference began more than two years ago. The chairman of the House Judiciary and Intelligence Committees announced the deal Tuesday night. The former special counsel will appear on July 17. President Trump called the news "presidential harassment." Nancy Cordes reports.
When former special counsel Robert Mueller testifies before Congress in July, Democrats are expected to ask why he did not clear President Trump of obstruction of justice. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with what else Mueller could be asked.
Former special counsel Robert Mueller will testify before two House committees July 17 about the findings of his report into Russian meddling into the 2016 U.S. presidential election. CBS News correspondent Chip Reid and CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper join CBSN with a look at what information Congress may be seeking from Mueller.
The date is now set for Robert Mueller to testify publicly before two House committees. Democrats want to hear more about why he would not exonerate President Trump on obstruction of justice. Nancy Cordes has more on what the president is saying.
A disturbing report from the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Inspector General reveals "dangerous" levels of overcrowding at Texas migrant facilities. CBS News' Mireya Villarreal reports from Texas, and The Hill's White House columnist Niall Stanage joins CBSN with more on that and other political news.
Senate Democrats have introduced new legislation that would ban the government from separating families in immigration custody. Virginia Democratic Senator Mark Warner, a co-sponsor of that bill, spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the legislation as well as next week's testimony on the Russia investigation from Robert Mueller. Warner also talked about his new bill that would force companies to disclose how they monetize social media data.
2020 Democratic presidential candidate Senator Amy Klobuchar is focusing on a new health care proposal for senior citizens. The aim is to help people with Alzheimer's and other chronic conditions. Klobuchar joined CBSN to explain her proposal and also weigh in on the looming ICE raids, citizenship questions and Robert Mueller's upcoming testimony.
Former special counsel Robert Mueller was scheduled to testify before two House committees July 17, but as lawmakers continue to hash out details of the hearing, his testimony could be pushed back one week to July 24. Political contributor Zeke Miller joins CBSN with more on the latest developments.
President Trump suggested "maybe" he'll tune in to former special counsel Robert Mueller's highly-anticipated testimony before Congress Wednesday. CBS News' Nancy Cordes, Olivia Gazis and CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe discussed what to expect from Mueller's blockbuster appearance.
Congress is gearing up for two high-stakes showdowns this week. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes, New York Times opinion columnist and CBS News political analyst Jamelle Bouie, and Washington bureau chief of the Intercept Ryan Grim join CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Three former Fed chairs and other top economic officials decry "prosecutorial attacks" on Jerome Powell, saying it undermines the central bank.
Hundreds more federal agents are now being sent to Minneapolis, DHS says, after Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent.
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
The Department of Homeland Security has promised to send hundreds more federal agents into Minneapolis, days after one shot and killed a woman there.
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
Economists say high home prices and a shortage of available properties may limit how much federal action can lower U.S. housing costs.
A U.S. Coast Guard crew on Friday rescued a 68-year-old man who had become stranded one day earlier while surfing in Puerto Rico.
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
Hundreds more federal agents are now being sent to Minneapolis, DHS says, after Renee Nicole Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent.
Three former Fed chairs and other top economic officials decry "prosecutorial attacks" on Jerome Powell, saying it undermines the central bank.
Walmart said expanding its drone delivery service will make it easier for customers to get access to groceries and other items.
Economists say high home prices and a shortage of available properties may limit how much federal action can lower U.S. housing costs.
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
Three former Fed chairs and other top economic officials decry "prosecutorial attacks" on Jerome Powell, saying it undermines the central bank.
Walmart said expanding its drone delivery service will make it easier for customers to get access to groceries and other items.
Economists say high home prices and a shortage of available properties may limit how much federal action can lower U.S. housing costs.
Mattel is introducing a Barbie with autism as the newest member of its line intended to celebrate diversity.
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, according to the Fed chair.
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
The potential for a major nurses strike in New York City is growing by the minute, with major hospitals and the New York State Nurses Association failing to get a deal done before Sunday's midnight deadline.
As millions of Americans struggle with paying for health care, doctors and health experts discuss how medical care is being eroded by insurers denying necessary tests and treatment, making it "more difficult to be healthy in the United States."
Police released a video on social media showing officers on a speed boat intercepting the ship and DEA agents on the scene.
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
The father of the groom said his wife and sister-in-law were also killed in the explosion, BBC News reported.
Trump administration officials are set to meet with Danish officials about Greenland on Wednesday, diplomatic sources tell CBS News.
Images on social media showed five heads tied with ropes on two wooden posts at a popular whale watching destination in Ecuador's southwest.
Celebrities brought glitz and glamor to the red carpet Sunday at the Golden Globes. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King spoke with some of Hollywood's biggest stars and gives a behind-the-scenes look at the awards night.
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
Bob Weir, a co-founder and guitarist for the iconic rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Anthony Mason looks back at Weir's life and music career.
Entertainment Tonight co-hosts Nischelle Turner and Kevin Frasier break down the winners, surprises and big moments from the Golden Globes.
At the first major awards show of the season, "One Battle After Another" and "Adolescence" both won four awards. In a surprise win, "Hamnet" upset "Sinners" for best motion picture for a drama.
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
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.
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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 the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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."
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.
Police released a video on social media showing officers on a speed boat intercepting the ship and DEA agents on the scene.
A fire broke out at a Jackson, Mississippi, synagogue. CBS News' Jason Allen has more on the investigation into potential arson.
Authorities arrested a suspect after a fire badly damaged the largest synagogue in Mississippi. Investigators say the fire pattern and video surveillance point to arson. Jason Allen reports.
Prosecutors say was it an elaborate double-murder scheme to frame another man in the stabbing of his wife.
A disturbance at a prison in northern Georgia Sunday afternoon left three inmates dead and 12 more injured along with a guard, authorities say.
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
The Department of Homeland Security is now requiring a 7-day notice from members of Congress for ICE facility inspections. The policy shift came after an immigration agent shot and killed Renee Good last week. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
President Trump was briefed on military options in Iran as deadly anti-government protests continue, a U.S. official confirmed. CBS News' Holly Williams and Aaron Navarro have more details.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says the Justice Department is threatening a criminal indictment over his testimony on the Federal Reserve building's renovation. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has the latest details.
Bob Weir, a founding member of the Grateful Dead, died at age 78, his family announced. Dean Budnick and Mike Greenhaus, the editors-in-chief for Relix Magazine, join with more on Weir's impact.
Minneapolis protesters are still decrying ICE raids in Minnesota. Over the weekend, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino spoke to CBS News' Nicole Sganga about efforts to de-escalate tensions, but Sganga has more about what she witnessed officials doing on the scene.