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Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, who appointed a special counsel in the Russia probe, says he "probably would not have" appointed a special counsel to oversee the Trump investigations
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Former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, who appointed a special counsel in the Russia probe, says he "probably would not have" appointed a special counsel to oversee the Trump investigations
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," change is coming to Washington, but as both parties try to move past the chaos of the 2020 and 2022 campaigns, a certain former president is not on board with that. We'll talk to former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, former Vice President Mike Pence, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and more.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," change is coming to Washington, but as both parties try to move past the chaos of the 2020 and 2022 campaigns, a certain former president is not on board with that. We'll talk to former Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, former Vice President Mike Pence, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and more.
The former deputy attorney general is testifying in a contentious hearing before Congress about the origins of the government's investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.
The former deputy attorney is joining the international law firm King & Spalding at its Washington, D.C., office. Former Deputy Attorney General Sally Yates and former Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats also work at the firm.
The committee is investigating potential presidential corruption
Sen. Kamala Harris, a Democratic presidential candidate, questioned Attorney General William Barr about whether anyone at the White House had ever suggested he open an investigation. She also asked about the propriety of Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein's involvement in deciding the president had not obstructed justice.
The deputy attorney general's last day is May 11; he thanked President Trump for appointing him to the job
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein submitted his resignation Monday. Niall Stanage, a White House columnist for The Hill, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss what's next for the Justice Department.
Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein has officially submitted his two weeks' notice, a long-anticipated move, which goes into effect May 11. Politico's senior White House reporter Darren Samuelsohn shares his analysis with CBSN's "Red & Blue."
As the deputy attorney general prepares to leave the Justice Department, he spoke at length about the Mueller report at an Armenian Bar Association dinner
May 9, 2017, turned out to be one of the most consequential of Donald Trump's presidency
The full Mueller report is due to be released on Thursday. Attorney General William Barr released a summary of the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. Paula Reid has the latest.
Dangerous weather could hit the South this week; Veteran crawls across Boston Marathon finish line in honor of fallen Marines
Attorney General William Barr says Special Counsel Robert Mueller found no coordination between the Trump campaign and Russia, but did not fully exonerate the president on obstruction of justice. CBS News' Mola Lenghi has details, then attorney Jesse Weber joins CBSN to discuss the implications of Barr's letter to Congress.
A political showdown is brewing in Washington over what should happen next, now that Special Counsel Robert Mueller has completed his report. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN with a look at reaction from the White House and Congress.
The Trump administration is declaring victory after Special Counsel Robert Mueller found no collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. Bob Litt, former U.S. deputy assistant attorney general and former general counsel for the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, spoke to CBSN about the Attorney General Robert Barr's summary and what comes next for the president and his legal team.
Robert Mueller's special counsel investigation turned up no evidence that the Trump campaign conspired or coordinated with Russia in 2016. On the issue of obstruction of justice, Mueller did not conclude the president committed a crime but did not exonerate him, either. President Trump called it "total exoneration." Major Garrett reports.
Trump calls Mueller report an "illegal takedown that failed"; Robert Kraft issues first public statement after solicitation charges
After receiving the findings from Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russia's connections with the presidential campaign of Donald Trump, Attorney General William Barr spent most of the weekend at the Justice Department with Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein and a small group of advisers pouring over the final report, making historic decisions about how much of it the public will see. Paula Reid reports.
In a New York Times op-ed, the ousted FBI director says he only cares "that the work be done, well and completely"
The former attorney general returned to the Department of Justice to be presented with the seat he sat in during cabinet meetings
A top terrorism prosecutor on Mueller's team has concluded her detail, according to the DOJ
Barr's non-recusal comes as Robert Mueller's final Russia report is expected to drop in the coming weeks
The release of Robert Mueller's special counsel report is said to be at least a week away. Rod Rosenstein, who ordered the investigation, said the final report might not be as transparent as some would like. Paula Reid reports.
A judge on Tuesday declined to stop Elon Musk and DOGE from accessing data systems at seven federal agencies.
An investigation is underway into the Delta plane that crash-landed Monday in Toronto. What caused it remains to be seen, but here's what we know so far.
The new development comes while Pope Francis receives treatment at a Rome hospital.
"Everyone is hailing him as a hero and he is not a hero. He is a violent, violent man," says a woman whose former partner was pardoned.
DOGE representatives attended meetings at the Pentagon on Friday, according to two defense officials, marking the start of their next cost-cutting project.
A$AP Rocky was found not guilty on two felony counts of assault with a firearm after being accused of shooting at a former friend.
Passengers aboard the Delta Air Lines plane that flipped onto its back after crash-landing in Toronto recalled the frightening incident.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced that the upper chamber will move forward with a vote on a budget proposal focused on border security, defense and energy.
Archaeologists in Egypt have found of the tomb of King Thutmose II - the first discovery of an ancient royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
Krystena Murray is seeking a jury trial, $75,000 in judgment and other damages after the IVF mix-up.
The wealthy financier is a staunch supporter of the president's hardline trade polices.
"Everyone is hailing him as a hero and he is not a hero. He is a violent, violent man," says a woman whose former partner was pardoned.
The president said there would also tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductor imports.
The federal agency that funds science research says the staff reduction came in response to a White House directive.
The wealthy financier is a staunch supporter of the president's hardline trade polices.
The president said there would also tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductor imports.
The federal agency that funds science research says the staff reduction came in response to a White House directive.
The White House said in a legal filing that Tesla CEO Elon Musk isn't an employee of its Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE.
DOGE representatives attended meetings at the Pentagon on Friday, according to two defense officials, marking the start of their next cost-cutting project.
The wealthy financier is a staunch supporter of the president's hardline trade polices.
"Everyone is hailing him as a hero and he is not a hero. He is a violent, violent man," says a woman whose former partner was pardoned.
The president said there would also tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductor imports.
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to reduce the high costs of in vitro fertilization, or IVF.
A judge on Tuesday declined to stop Elon Musk and DOGE from accessing data systems at seven federal agencies.
Krystena Murray is seeking a jury trial, $75,000 in judgment and other damages after the IVF mix-up.
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to reduce the high costs of in vitro fertilization, or IVF.
Vatican authorities said Monday that Pope Francis has a complex infection in his respiratory system and will require more targeted drug treatment. Here's what to know.
The theory behind leucovorin's use for autism postulates that some children have a blockage in the transport of folic acid into the brain that potentially contributes to neurological symptoms.
A measles outbreak in Texas has led to 58 confirmed cases, making it the state's worst in over 30 years — and local health officials say additional cases are likely to occur.
An investigation is underway into the Delta plane that crash-landed Monday in Toronto. What caused it remains to be seen, but here's what we know so far.
The new development comes while Pope Francis receives treatment at a Rome hospital.
Passengers aboard the Delta Air Lines plane that flipped onto its back after crash-landing in Toronto recalled the frightening incident.
Archaeologists in Egypt have found of the tomb of King Thutmose II - the first discovery of an ancient royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The CEO of Toronto Pearson Airport applauded the heroism of Delta Air Lines Flight 4819's crew members after Monday's crash, when the aircraft flipped over and started on fire while landing.
In "Dream State," by Eric Puchner unveils a story of life's sudden realizations and relationships. In this excerpt, Garrett grapples with his emotions and his unexpected happiness as he watches Cece, whose presence stirs long-forgotten feelings.
Oprah Winfrey reveals her newest book club selection, "Dream State," by Eric Puchner, which explores love, betrayal, and the choices that shape our lives.
Kim Sae-ron, 24, was found dead by a friend at her home in Seoul on Sunday.
A$AP Rocky has been found not guilty of two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm Tuesday following a nearly month-long trial in downtown Los Angeles.
Banksy's "Crude Oil (Vettriano)," valued at $6 million, hits Sotheby's auction block March 4. Some proceeds will go to Los Angeles wildfire victims.
Musk's xAI claims its chatbot outperforms other AI models in assertions that have not been independently verified.
A CBS News analysis found the cost of home construction supplies across the country has increased by 47% since 2016. Now, one company says it can rebuild a home in a matter of weeks for less money. CBS News' Nancy Chen shows how.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Meta appears unable to keep up with the spread of sexualized, deepfake images of stars including Miranda Cosgrove and Scarlett Johansson on Facebook.
Since being pulled from Apple and Google stores last month, TikTok had remained operational for those in the U.S. who had already downloaded the app, though updates were unavailable.
Archaeologists in Egypt have found of the tomb of King Thutmose II - the first discovery of an ancient royal tomb since King Tutankhamun's in 1922.
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
Endangered Mexican long-nosed bats are now being tracked via "eDNA" using their saliva.
The jury is deliberating in A$AP Rocky's assault trial. The rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, faces two felony counts of assault with a firearm. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier has been released from a high-security Florida prison. For nearly half a century, Peltier's imprisonment has symbolized systemic injustice for Native Americans who believe in his innocence.
Mexico has announced a series of major drug discoveries in recent weeks in an apparent attempt to highlight increased efforts to combat drug smuggling.
In one incident, gunmen on motorcycles fired into a crowd gathered outside a grocery store, killing a child and six adults, police said.
The 26-year-old man accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson will be in a New York City courtroom Friday. Luigi Mangione was charged with first-degree murder for Thompson's death. Anna Schecter, senior coordinating producer for CBS News' crime and public safety unit, joins with more.
The head of planetary defense at the European Space Agency discusses 2024 YR4, an asteroid with a small chance of striking Earth eight years from now.
The clouds contain carbon dioxide and only form high in Mars' atmosphere.
By switching the next space station crew to a different ferry ship, the Starliner astronauts will get home a bit earlier than planned.
Get ready for the Snow Moon, February's full moon, which is set to peak on Wednesday morning.
Astronomers will use the Webb telescope to closely monitor the size and trajectory of an asteroid that has a slim chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
A jury has found rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty in his felony firearm trial. The rapper, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, was acquitted on two counts of assault with a semi-automatic firearm. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
How do you measure America's standing in the world -- by the strength of its economy or the welfare of its citizens? A bipartisan group of scholars crunched nearly 30 years of data and found where America stands in the world may leave some unsure. New York Times senior writer David Leonhardt joins to discuss the findings.
President Trump's immigration crackdown has resulted in more than 8,000 arrests in operations spanning nearly two dozen cities in just the first two weeks since returning to the office. But cooperation between immigration officers and local law enforcement in so-called "sanctuary cities" has been limited. Kati Weis takes an in-depth look at the tension between federal policy and local priorities.
The black boxes from the Delta Air Lines plane that crashed Monday at Toronto Pearson International Airport have been recovered. Canadian officials say two adults are still in the hospital. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is leading the investigation into the crash and the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration will assist. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports.
Illegal crossings along the southern border continue to decrease and are now at the lowest level they've been in nearly five years, according to new monthly data released by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Omar Villafranca has more on what's behind the dramatic drop.