Migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard file lawsuit against Ron DeSantis
One Venezuelan mother traveling with her husband and their 11-year-old child said she "felt helpless, defrauded, and desperate" after arriving in Martha's Vineyard.
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One Venezuelan mother traveling with her husband and their 11-year-old child said she "felt helpless, defrauded, and desperate" after arriving in Martha's Vineyard.
The Bexar County Sheriff's Office said it had launched a probe into the operation, which it said transported migrants who had been housed at a shelter in San Antonio to Florida and subsequently to the Massachusetts island.
A Texas sheriff has launched a criminal investigation into the legality of Florida officials sending migrants to Martha's Vineyard. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green speaks with Ivan Espinoza-Madrigal, executive director of Lawyers for Civil Rights, who is calling for federal prosecutors to take action.
Republican governors are defending efforts to transport migrants from the southern border to Democrat-led cities in northern parts of the country. Tatiana Laborde, managing director at SAMU First Response, discussed the experience of these migrants as they arrive in places like Washington, D.C., or New York City.
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are "treating people like livestock" by transporting migrants to northern cities.
Governors of Republican border states such as Florida and Texas are continuing to bus and fly migrants to Democrat-led cities and states in protest of the Biden administration’s immigration policies. Michael George has the latest.
The White House is blasting Republican governors who are transporting asylum-seekers to Democratic-led cities. This comes after dozens of migrants were flown to Martha's Vineyard by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Elaine Quijano reports.
Migrants who were sent by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to Martha's Vineyard left a church shelter for a military base on Cape Cod, where they will live temporarily. DeSantis defended his actions after facing criticism. Elaine Quijano has the latest.
As of Friday, Republican officials in Texas and Arizona had sent 295 buses with approximately 13,000 migrants to Washington, D.C., New York and Chicago, all cities with Democratic mayors.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has taken credit for flying dozens of migrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts. Nikki McCann Ramirez, a news and politics reporter for Rolling Stone magazine, joined Meg Oliver and Tanya Rivero to discuss her new article that explores whether the controversial tactic could be a violation of federal law.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says he had dozens of migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard as part of an effort to transport migrants to so-called "sanctuary states." CBS News reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down the challenges the Massachusetts island is facing as it deals with the situation.
The Republican governor's office calls it part of efforts to "transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations."
Massachusetts state Rep. Dylan Fernandes called the move by the DeSantis government to transport migrants to the island with seemingly no coordination "evil."
Florida voters on Tuesday chose Rep. Charlie Crist as the Democratic nominee for governor. Crist, a former Republican governor of the state, will face incumbent Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in November. Crist joined "Red and Blue" Thursday to discuss the race.
25-year-old Maxwell Frost won the Democratic primary for Florida's 10th Congressional District. If elected, he would fill the seat currently held by Rep. Val Demings, who is running against Senator Marco Rubio this November. Frost joined CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns on "Red and Blue" to talk about his campaign, energizing young voters, and the challenges ahead.
Results are rolling in from primary elections in New York, Oklahoma and Florida. CBS News chief elections and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined "Red and Blue" to explain the impacts of the results on the November elections.
The results of New York and Florida's primary elections could have major national implications for Democrats, with the midterm elections less than three months away. Democrat Pat Ryan stunned his Republican opponent to win the special election in New York's 19th district. In Florida, Congressman Charlie Crist will face off against Governor Ron DeSantis. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on the results.
CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results of Tuesday's New York and Florida primaries, and what they mean for Democrats who are hoping to hold onto control of the U.S. House and Senate.
Voters in Florida and New York cast ballots to choose the candidates who’ll take on powerful Republicans in the fall. CBS News projects Congressman Charlie Crist has won the Democratic nomination for governor. He’ll take on incumbent Ron DeSantis. Also in Florida, CBS News projects Congresswoman Val Demings has won the Democratic nod for Senate. And in NYC, CBS News projects Congressman Jerry Nadler has beaten fellow longtime incumbent Carolyn Maloney.
CBS is projecting Charlie Crist will face off against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in November, while New York Rep. Jerry Nadler has won the Democratic nomination against fellow incumbent Carolyn Maloney. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn breaks down the election results and then reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the impact going into the November general election.
In Florida, former Gov. Charlie Crist won the chance to challenge current GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis. In New York, two members of Congress were forced to face each other due to redistricting. Scott MacFarlane has more.
CBS News has confirmed more than 100 classified documents, comprising over 700 pages, were found during the FBI search of Mar-a-Lago. Former President Trump has filed a lawsuit against the government over the search. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins CBS News' Matt Pieper from Florida with more on that plus the primaries being held in the state today.
In Florida, voters are heading to the polls to decide which Democrat will take on Florida governor Ron DeSantis in the fall. And Congresswoman Val Demings is expected to win her primary and take on Senator Marco Rubio in the fall. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins "Red and Blue" from Hialeah, Florida, with more.
CBS News projects Charlie Crist has won the Democratic nomination for Florida governor and will take on Gov. Ron DeSantis in November. CBS News projects Val Demings won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Florida, going up against Sen. Marco Rubio in the general. CBS News elections and surveys director Anthony Salvano has the results.
Voters in Florida and New York are headed to the polls in primary races that could have national implications. In Florida, Democrats are battling it out to figure out who will face sitting Gov. Ron DeSantis in the November general election. Meanwhile, in New York, two longtime House members and two challengers are facing each other in the newly created 12th District. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins "CBS News Mornings" to break down the primary elections and their impact.
Iran's military declares a halt to operations as Trump says Israel and Tehran are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
A deadly earthquake rocked the southern Philippines, killing at least 19 people and sending small tsunami waves toward at least three nations.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
The top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee said the timing of the appointment takes FISA Section 702 reauthorization "off the table."
Pope Leo XIV denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
Federal judges say criticism from President Trump can put their safety at risk. The White House says the president "understands the dangers of political violence."
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
An 18-year-old died last week on a hike deep in the Grand Canyon, after showing symptoms of heat-related illness, the National Park Service said.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
With the unemployment rate for young workers about twice as high as the national average, "Sunday Morning" talks with recent graduates from across the country about how AI is affecting both their prospects and the hiring process itself.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
The lawsuit calls the event "deeply corrupt" and argues that it seeks to enrich the president and his allies and lacks proper authorization.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Ro Khanna and Don Bacon join Margaret Brennan.
"His actions were misogynistic, they were shameful, they were wrong," Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna, who campaigned with the Senate candidate on Friday, said.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Don Bacon, Republican of Nebraska, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ro Khanna, Democrat of California, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on June 7, 2026.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Pope Leo XIV denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
Iran's military declares a halt to operations as Trump says Israel and Tehran are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
A deadly earthquake rocked the southern Philippines, killing dozens of people and sending small tsunami waves toward at least three nations.
In his fourth major final, Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-1 for the French Open title on Sunday.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
Hosted by Jane Pauley: Featured: The Tony-nominated musical "Ragtime"; Steven Spielberg on "Disclosure Day"; GLP-1 medications; college grads' job search woes; a tour of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona; an exhibit of Queen Elizabeth II's fashion; and a honey sommelier.
During her lifetime, and her 70-year reign as Britain's monarch, Queen Elizabeth II's wardrobe was as important diplomatically as any speech she gave. A new exhibition on view at Buckingham Palace in London, "Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style," is the most comprehensive look at her wardrobe, covering every decade of her life. Correspondent Alina Cho pays a visit, and also talks with fashion designer Erdem Moralioglu about how the Queen inspired his work.
As a child, Steven Spielberg stared at a meteor shower and began his love affair with the sky. The director of the 1977 classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind" returns with "Disclosure Day," which imagines closely-held secrets surrounding alien visitations.
In this web exclusive, director Steven Spielberg talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about his latest film, "Disclosure Day," and the science fiction influences on his work. He also discusses his beliefs about alien civilizations, given his depictions of extra-terrestrial life in some of his most popular movies.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Law enforcement responded after six people were stabbed at Penn Station on Sunday evening. At least victim's wounds were serious, authorities said.
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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 New York Knicks are up two games to none against the San Antonio Spurs. Game 3 of the series is set for Monday night and President Trump is expected to attend. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Democrat Graham Platner pushed back again over the weekend against allegations from a former girlfriend. The Maine Democrat appears poised to win his Senate primary Tuesday, setting up a key race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins that could impact the balance of power in Washington.
A deadly 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit the southern Philippines on Monday. The powerful quake reduced some buildings to rubble. Holly Williams reports on the search for survivors.
A massive earthquake strikes the Philippines, collapsing buildings and triggering widespread tsunami warnings in the Pacific. Plus, Israel and Iran exchange strikes. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
The weight loss drug retatrutide has been touted as "Ozempic on steroids." It's still in clinical trials and not approved by the FDA, but a CBS News investigation found that hasn't stopped doctors from offering it, and it could come with serious side effects. Adam Yamaguchi reports.