Gen. Michael Hayden
Former CIA Director Michael Hayden discusses President-elect Donald Trump's relationship with the intelligence community, and how he will deal with Russia as president.
Russia
U.S. military build-up in Europe
Since the end of the Cold War, the U.S. has been drawing down its military presence in Europe. But at the main docks in Bremerhaven in northern Germany, we can see that's not the case. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
1/8: Evening News
New video obtained by TMZ shows the deadly airport shooting that took place Friday in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; Bad weather delayed Space-X's anticipated return to space Sunday
U.S. tanks in Germany
U.S. tanks rolled into Germany this weekend to protect Eastern Europe from a potential Russian invasion. Elizabeth Palmer has more on that.
FTN: Page 2
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Donald Trump's relationship with Federal intelligence agencies and the President-elect's foreign policy.
Open: This is Face the Nation, January 8
As 2017 begins and Washington is in the midst of a number of changes, "Face the Nation" talks to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R- Kentucky, about plans to repeal Obamacare. We sit down with incoming White House chief of staff Reince Priebus to discuss the president-elect's Twitter habits, and with New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker to talk about Democratic plans to counter Obamacare repeal efforts.
1/7: Evening News
According to the FBI, 26-year-old Esteban Santiago is cooperating following an hours-long interrogation overnight; In the Italian countryside of Tuscany, a winemaker tells us the secret to good wine
Election-hacking scandal
President-elect Donald Trump is blaming the election-hacking scandal on Democrats, saying they were negligent in handling their email accounts. Mr. Trump and Vice President-elect Mike Pence got a briefing from U.S. intelligence officials. Errol Barnett reports.
Trump and Russia
President-elect Donald Trump is downplaying the findings of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence's report on Russian interference in the 2016 election. Roll Call Columnist Jon Allen explains how this could hurt Mr. Trump's presidency.
Trump and Russia
President-elect Donald Trump is continuing to deny that Russia tried to influence the 2016 election. Instead, he is blaming the Democrats for failing to secure their servers. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett explains why the president-elect is sticking with this view.
Trump defiant on Russia
President-elect Donald Trump is remaining defiant on Russia, saying "only fools" want a bad relationship with Moscow. Gabe Debenedetti, national politcal columnist for Politico, joined CBSN to break down the optics of Mr. Trump's stance.
Trump on briefing
After President-elect Donald Trump was briefed by intelligence officials on Russian hacking, he called the meeting "constructive." But he still appeared to doubt the finding that the Russian government wanted to help his presidential campaign.
Trump's intel briefing
U.S. intelligence officials will brief President-elect Donald Trump Friday afternoon on the evidence that Russia meddled in the U.S. election. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with more on what to expect in that meeting.
Fallout of Trump doubting intel
As U.S. intelligence leaders brief President-elect Donald Trump on how Russians tried to influence the presidential elections, New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the difference between trying to interfere with the elections and actually impacting the outcome.
Conway on Trump intel briefing
Kellyanne Conway, counselor and former campaign manager to President-elect Donald Trump, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Mr. Trump's Friday intelligence briefing on Russian cyberattacks.
Trump intelligence briefing
President-elect Donald Trump's intelligence briefing today is based on a report prepared for President Obama. Officials think it leaves "no doubt" that Russia interfered with the 2016 presidential election. Jeff Pegues reports.
Intelligence on Russian hack
President-elect Donald Trump meets face-to-face with the leaders of intelligence agencies that he has challenged for weeks. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper told the Senate Armed Services Committee that a new investigation makes him even more convinced of Russia's role in the election-related hacking. Nancy Cordes reports.
Woolsey on intel feud
On CBSN's new show, "Red & Blue," former CIA director James Woolsey addressed the ongoing feud between President-elect Donald Trump and the intelligence community regarding the Russian DNC hacks. Woolsey rejected Trump's skepticism of the U.S. intelligence community's findings on the alleged hacking by Russia.
Russian hacking report
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper told a Senate committee he is more convinced than ever that Russians hacked the DNC during the election. He and other agency heads will brief Donald Trump on their findings on Friday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump vs U.S. intel
Politico cybersecurity reporter, Eric Geller, joins CBSN to discuss the standoff between U.S. intelligence officials and President-elect Donald Trump over allegations that Russia launched a series of cyberattacks during the presidential campaign.
U.S. intel on Russia
At a Senate hearing Thursday, U.S. intelligence officials remained resolute in their findings that Russia was behind a series of cyberattacks during the presidential campaign. Peter Brookes, senior fellow in national security affairs at the Heritage Foundation, joins CBSN to discuss.
Hack hearing analysis
U.S. Director of National Intelligence James Clapper told a Senate hearing today that Russia had multiple motives in a cyberattack related to the U.S. presidential election. The New York Times' Mark Leibovich discusses on CBSN.
Russia hack hearing
At today's Senate hearing on Russia hacking, Sen. Jack Reed asked about the use of fake news stories to mislead the public. Director Clapper replied by saying Russia conducted a mutifaceted campaign and hacking was only one part of it. Watch his full response.
Russia hacking briefing
U.S. intelligence agencies are expected to brief President Obama Thursday on their latest Russian hacking findings. The president ordered the report in December. President-elect Trump will get that very same briefing Friday. Jeff Pegues reports on what to expect from this unprecedented meeting.
Trump vs. intel community
While the intelligence community remains united that Russia was behind the hacks that reportedly interfered with the election, President-elect Trump continues to cast doubt on those conclusions. Moveon.org senior adviser & national spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre, American Conservative Union chairman and Republican strategist Matt Schlapp and CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris join CBSN to discuss.
Live
Weather woes impact July 4th celebrations as National Mall evacuated. Follow live updates.
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, although severe weather is putting a damper on the proceedings in several parts of the country.
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Mourners chant for revenge as dayslong funeral of Iran's slain leader begins
The flag-draped casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was put on display in Tehran with millions expected to attend his dayslong funeral.
Heat and severe storms damper July 4th celebrations, leave thousands without power
While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous.
Watch: CBS' "The Great American Block Party 250" July 4 special
CBS will host a primetime special celebrating America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with exclusive performances and the largest fireworks show in history.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband suspected in California hit-and-run
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is suspected of crashing into a parked car and driving away from the scene Friday afternoon in Northern California
Pope Leo spends July 4th at migrant cemetery in Italy, meets with U.S. ambassador
After the pope's visit to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, the U.S. Embassy said the ambassador to the Holy See gave Leo a commemorative baseball, an apple pie and a U.S. World Cup jersey.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married as they celebrated their wedding with hundreds of guests Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Joey Chestnut wins Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Miki Sudo is women's champion
Reigning champion Joey Chestnut ate 66 hot dogs and buns to win the 2026 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest while Miki Sudo ate 38 3/4 to win the women's competition.
250 essential American songs to mark nation's birthday
What are the essential American songs? To mark the nation's 250th birthday, we asked that question to Sunday Morning's familiar faces, from performers to artists and writers to community leaders.
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Pope Leo spends July 4th at migrant cemetery in Italy, meets with U.S. ambassador
After the pope's visit to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, the U.S. Embassy said the ambassador to the Holy See gave Leo a commemorative baseball, an apple pie and a U.S. World Cup jersey.
Heat and severe storms damper July 4th celebrations, leave thousands without power
While millions of Americans across the Northeast experienced record-setting temperatures, thunderstorms in the Midwest downed trees, ruptured power lines and made transportation treacherous.
DNA technology leads to identification of Revolutionary War soldier
The remains of a Revolutionary War soldier were identified as a young man from Maryland just before America's 250th anniversary.
Serena Williams withdraws from Wimbledon doubles match with sister Venus
Serena Williams cited a knee injury behind her decision to withdraw from a doubles match at Wimbledon.
Live
Weather woes impact July 4th celebrations as National Mall briefly evacuated
Americans are celebrating 250 years of independence this Fourth of July, although severe weather is putting a damper on the proceedings in several parts of the country.
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More than 100,000 fireworks recalled ahead of July 4
Federal safety regulators are urging consumers to stop using the recalled fireworks and return them for a full refund.
How to save money on air conditioning as electric bills climb
As Americans endure another bout of extreme heat, experts say small thermostat adjustments and other energy-saving steps can help reduce soaring cooling costs.
Here's who won — and lost — under Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
A year after President Trump signed the sweeping tax and spending package, its effects on households, businesses and federal programs are increasingly evident.
U.S. says it's monitoring oil markets for price-fixing, urges states to do same
Antitrust regulators suggested that state attorneys general could assist in investigating unlawful conduct by companies.
What's open and closed on July 3 and July 4? See which stores are operating.
Major retail stores will be open on Friday, although some may have modified hours on Saturday, July 4.
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6 presidential speeches that shaped American history
These six presidential speeches are some that have most reverberated through the ages, and whose impacts are still felt today.
Trump warns of "communist menace" in speech at Mount Rushmore
The president kicked off America's 250th anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
Trump announces pardons for pollution violators prosecuted for "fixing their car"
CBS News previously reported President Trump was weighing pardons of a slate of people convicted of emissions and clean air-related violations.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Inside the security operations for July Fourth celebrations in D.C.
The Fourth of July celebrations in Washington, D.C., are deemed a "national special security event," which is the highest possible designation.
HealthWatch
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1 symptom leads to dad's cancer diagnosis: "I was like, 'Wait, what?'"
Eric Dillon thought the pain in his shoulder was a minor injury. It took two years to get the real answer.
Why tick season is expected to be worse than normal
The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
Investigation
What a Brooklyn bodega reveals about the craze for an experimental weight-loss drug
It isn't approved by the FDA, but we found an experimental weight-loss drug called retatrutide for sale at a local convenience store.
Actor Danny Glover reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Medicare to help pay for some GLP-1 drugs
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
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Pope Leo spends July 4th at migrant cemetery in Italy, meets with U.S. ambassador
After the pope's visit to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, the U.S. Embassy said the ambassador to the Holy See gave Leo a commemorative baseball, an apple pie and a U.S. World Cup jersey.
Egypt uncovers lost Byzantine-era city in the western desert
The fourth-century residential city in the western desert is one of two major archaeological finds announced by Egypt on Saturday.
Prince Harry to travel solo to London amid security flap
Meghan and his children may eventually join him on the rest of the trip outside London, the source said.
Trump gifted lavish ring from Belgian diamond group that won tariff relief
The gift comes months after Belgium's diamond industry won the removal of U.S. tariffs on diamond imports.
Prince William appears on "New Heights" podcast ahead of Swift-Kelce wedding
Prince William will appear on the podcast hosted by Jason and Travis Kelce just hours before Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's anticipated wedding.
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Taylor and Travis say yes at MSG
The vows have been exchanged, the party is over, and slowly, details are emerging about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. Lilia Luciano reports.
Are drones the new fireworks?
While many in the U.S. light fireworks on the Fourth of July, some towns are turning to drones as a cleaner, quieter alternative. Mark Strassmann gets a preview in Texas.
Punch Brothers play "This Land Is Your Land"
Bluegrass band Punch Brothers was formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006. In celebration of the Fourth of July, here's Punch Brothers performing their cover of Woody Guthrie's classic song, "This Land Is Your Land."
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tie the knot
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were married at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Friday. Comedian Adam Sandler officiated the ceremony, a representative for Swift confirmed. Jo Ling Kent has more details.
7/4: CBS Saturday Morning
Americans are celebrating the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday amid a sweltering heat wave. Plus, Taylor Swift's wedding, a Revolutionary War soldier is finally recognized, and former Liberty Island residents speak out.
Technology
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Technology
Why U.S. initially restricted Anthropic AI models
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
White House lifted AI limits, Anthropic says
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
Sony to stop making physical discs for PlayStation starting in 2028
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Consumers need protection from AI agents, lawmaker says
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
Science
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The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
New White House UFO panel chair speaks out
The White House appointed former Harvard University astronomer Avi Loeb to lead its new panel on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena, also known as UAPs and UFOs. Loeb shares his enthusiasm for his new role.
3 futurists predict what America will be like in the centuries ahead
From space to healthcare and artificial intelligence, what could the next 250 years of the United States look like?
NASA strives to save doomed telescope
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Fossil found in drawer turns out to be first dinosaur bone from Antarctica
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
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Rep. Nancy Pelosi's husband suspected in Napa County hit-and-run
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is suspected of crashing into a parked car and driving away from the scene Friday afternoon in Northern California.
Trump announces 6 new pardons
The four presidents carved into Mount Rushmore collectively issued over 1,100 pardons. President Trump, who is visiting there tonight, has outdone them all and is now adding more. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump considering pardons and clemency
President Trump is considering pardons for a group of people convicted of emissions and clean-air-related violations and has discussed potential clemency for Sean "Diddy" Combs, according to sources familiar with his plans. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Trump weighing Diddy clemency, sources say
President Trump is considering pardons for a slew of individuals, including potential clemency for disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs and some offenders with pollution-related convictions, sources say. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Olympian charged over alleged D.C. vandalism
U.S. Olympian David Hearn is facing a felony charge after being accused of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. CBS News senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch has the details.
Space
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Telescope snaps most detailed photo yet of Milky Way's heart
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
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Relay for America runs flag across U.S.
Relay for America ran the American flag from San Francisco to Washington, D.C., this week to commemorate America's 250th birthday. They did it nonstop for 20 days and nights for more than 3,000 miles on a mission of unity heading to the Fourth of July. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Taylor and Travis say yes at MSG
The vows have been exchanged, the party is over, and slowly, details are emerging about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding. Lilia Luciano reports.
Are drones the new fireworks?
While many in the U.S. light fireworks on the Fourth of July, some towns are turning to drones as a cleaner, quieter alternative. Mark Strassmann gets a preview in Texas.
Trump casts political opponents as communists
On Saturday, President Trump is slated to speak on the National Mall, but on Friday, he gave a speech at Mount Rushmore that jumped from praise for America to a warning about what he called a threat to its future. Nikole Killion reports.
Travel troubles this 4th of July
It's hot and pricey out there in much of the U.S. this July Fourth weekend, but it's not stopping people from traveling. 72 million are expected to be on the move, a new record, with some potential new headaches. Kris Van Cleave has the details.