Intelligence officials grilled over leaked chat
In a hearing on global threats, senators grilled two top intelligence officials about a leaked Houthi strike group chat they were a part of. Sam Vinograd has analysis.
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Trump defends security team after Yemen chat leak
President Trump downplayed the security breach that allowed a journalist to join a chat in which the Trump national security team was planning an attack on Houthi rebels in Yemen. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Extended interview: Sen. Tom Cotton
In a wide-ranging interview, Sen. Tom Cotton, the chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil about the military, political and economic threats posed by China, and why he believes Taiwan is "the most dangerous flash point in the world." The Republican senator from Arkansas has written a new book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China." He talked about why he believes America needs "a clean break between TikTok and communist China" and how he feels about the social media app still operating in the U.S. despite a new law. Dokoupil also asked about recent drone sightings over U.S. military installations and the Trump administration's crackdown on diversity initiatives.
Senate committee advances Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as intel chief
Tulsi Gabbard survived a crucial Senate committee vote on Tuesday, sending her nomination as director of national intelligence to the full Senate.
Tulsi Gabbard faces skepticism ahead of confirmation hearing
Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's pick to be director of national intelligence, faces a narrow path to confirmation amid concerns on a number of issues.
U.S. officials: Israeli missile hits Iran
Two U.S. officials confirm to CBS News that an Israeli missile has hit Iran. The strike follows last weekend's retaliatory drone and missile attack against Israel. Carissa Lawson anchors a special report.
Trump says he opposes banning TikTok
Former President Donald Trump said in an interview Monday he believes TikTok is a national security threat, but he doesn't support banning it. A bill that could lead to just that is gaining momentum in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Senate holds worldwide threats hearing
U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials are testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee Monday as part of an annual assessment on worldwide threats. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis reports.
1/14: The Takeout: Pennsylvania Sen. Casey
For this edition of "The Takeout," Major Garrett speaks to Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey. A member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Casey discusses the importance of transparency on Capitol Hill among lawmakers and the funding fight for Ukraine and Israel aid.
Sen. Marco Rubio on U.S. tensions with Russia
Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, a top Republican on the Senate Intelligence Committee, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on U.S.- Russia relations and his reintroduction of a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent.
Officials: China poses greatest threat to U.S.
U.S. intelligence officials said China poses "the most consequential threat" to the nation's national security. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more on the key takeaways from Wednesday's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on the most significant worldwide threats.
Senate committee holds hearing on worldwide threats
U.S. intelligence leaders are describing the Chinese Communist Party as a major threat to national security. Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines told lawmakers at a Senate hearing Wednesday that Chinese President Xi Jinping is consolidating power in his country. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis discussed the hearing on "Red and Blue." Then, CBS News Capitol Hill producer Rebecca Kaplan reported on the response from lawmakers to the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection footage released by Fox News host Tucker Carlson.
Sen. Rubio on spy balloon, objects shot down
Republican Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida, the ranking member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on the Chinese spy balloon and gun violence in America.
Warner, Rubio renew call for briefing on Biden, Trump classified documents
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio renewed demand that their committee be briefed on classified documents found at Trump and Biden residences, and expanded request to include documents found in former Vice President Pence's possession.
Warner and Rubio on classified documents and more
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio, the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, discuss the investigations into classified documents found at the homes of President Biden and former President Donald Trump, the threat posed by China, TikTok and more.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 29
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the first face-to-face meeting of the new Congress between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is coming soon. The main topic on the agenda? Paying America's bills and getting the country's fiscal house in order. We'll ask the speaker about what he thinks Congress should do to keep the U.S. from defaulting. Plus, a rare joint conversation with the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.
1/29: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the first face-to-face meeting of the new Congress between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is coming soon. The main topic on the agenda? Paying America's bills and getting the country's fiscal house in order. We'll ask the speaker about what he thinks Congress should do to keep the U.S. from defaulting. Plus, a rare joint conversation with the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 29, 2023
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Sen. Mark Warner, Sen. Marco Rubio and former Rep. Val Demings will appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
Warner, Rubio say Congress has leverage to get docs
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio, the top members of the Senate Intelligence Committee, are urging the director of national intelligence to grant them access to sensitive documents found at President Biden's home and office and former President Donald Trump's Florida estate. Their full interview with Margaret Brennan airs on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023.
Rubio: Intel chief's refusal to provide docs "absurd"
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio, the top members of the Senate Intelligence Committee, are urging the director of national intelligence to grant them access to sensitive documents found at President Biden's home and office and former President Donald Trump's Florida estate. Their full interview with Margaret Brennan airs on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023.
Warner, Rubio united in demanding Trump, Biden docs
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio, the top members of the Senate Intelligence Committee, are urging the director of national intelligence to grant them access to sensitive documents found at President Biden's home and office and former President Donald Trump's Florida estate. Their full interview with Margaret Brennan airs on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2023.
Senator Mark Warner on China and Russia
President Biden is set to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday. It comes as the U.S. warns China against supporting Russia in its war in Ukraine. Virginia Senator Mark Warner, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, joins CBS News' "Red & Blue" to discuss what he hopes the two world leaders discuss on their call.
U.S. intelligence shortfalls in Afghanistan
The Biden administration is facing criticism over the chaos erupting across Afghanistan as the Taliban takes control. U.S. intelligence agencies say they didn't expect Afghanistan to fall so quickly as American troops started withdrawing. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN to break down the latest developments.
Senators to hear about threats to U.S.
A Senate committee hearing Wednesday will focus on worldwide threats to U.S. national security. The country's top intelligence officials are expected to discuss several issues, including recent cyber hacks by Russian and Chinese spies. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joined CBSN with more.
Senator Mark Warner on Biden's supply chain executive order
Senator Mark Warner joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss President Biden's latest executive order to strengthen American supply chains. He also weighed in on the growing domination of big tech companies and next week's Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on the SolarWinds hack.
Trump's auto tariffs draw rebukes, concern from U.S. trading partners
Reaction to Trump's 25% auto tariffs include neighbors who insist "there shouldn't be any tariffs," to adversaries who say nobody will win a trade war.
Elise Stefanik's nomination to be U.N. ambassador withdrawn
No Senate confirmation hearing had been scheduled for U.N. ambassador nominee Elise Stefanik, a congresswoman from New York.
Rubio says 300 student visas have been revoked
The comments come amid two high-profile detentions by ICE of a Tufts University student and a University of Alabama student.
Video shows Tufts graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk detained by ICE
Tufts student Rumeysa Ozturk is being held in Louisiana after she was detained by federal agents in Massachusetts.
Trump administration to shrink federal health agencies by 20,000 employees
The Trump administration plans to shrink the workforce of the Department of Health and Human Services as part of a major restructuring.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials.
Tourist sub sinks off Egypt's Red Sea coast, killing 6, officials say
Egyptian officials say a submarine tourist vessel with 45 passengers and 5 crew sank off the country's popular Red Sea coast, killing at least six people.
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The birth of quintuplets is already a rare event. Now, imagine the smallest of the five weighing just 8 ounces. After an incredible year-long journey, Bilal —the tiniest of five — is finally going home.
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Rubio says 300 student visas have been revoked
The comments come amid two high-profile detentions by ICE of a Tufts University student and a University of Alabama student.
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Trump has not asked Waltz to resign, but the Signal chat issue is "still a hot potato," one official said
The Trump administration is still monitoring the fallout from the disclosure of attack plans, as a watchdog inquiry looms.
These Coast Guard officers responded to two major disasters in one year
Dozens of Coast Guard members were involved in the response to two major disasters in the last year.
What tariffs are Trump planning for April 2, or "liberation day"?
Here's what to know about tariffs ahead of President Trump's plans to announce new import duties on April 2.
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Americans' economic outlook a bit more pessimistic, CBS News poll finds
Prices continue to be the dominant factor in how Americans evaluate the economy.
What tariffs are Trump planning for April 2, or "liberation day"?
Here's what to know about tariffs ahead of President Trump's plans to announce new import duties on April 2.
Trump's auto tariffs draw rebukes, concern from U.S. trading partners
Reaction to Trump's 25% auto tariffs include neighbors who insist "there shouldn't be any tariffs," to adversaries who say nobody will win a trade war.
What Mega Millions' price increase and new rules mean for jackpots, odds
Mega Millions will roll out several changes next month, including new ticket prices, jackpots and an increase in the odds of winning, the game announced.
Social Security says it will delay in-person identity verification
Social Security is delaying an in-person identity verification requirement by two weeks, but critics say the plan burdens beneficiaries.
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Americans' economic outlook a bit more pessimistic, CBS News poll finds
Prices continue to be the dominant factor in how Americans evaluate the economy.
Rubio says 300 student visas have been revoked
The comments come amid two high-profile detentions by ICE of a Tufts University student and a University of Alabama student.
Trump has not asked Waltz to resign, but the Signal chat issue is "still a hot potato," one official said
The Trump administration is still monitoring the fallout from the disclosure of attack plans, as a watchdog inquiry looms.
Trump's auto tariffs draw rebukes, concern from U.S. trading partners
Reaction to Trump's 25% auto tariffs include neighbors who insist "there shouldn't be any tariffs," to adversaries who say nobody will win a trade war.
Elise Stefanik's nomination to be U.N. ambassador withdrawn
No Senate confirmation hearing had been scheduled for U.N. ambassador nominee Elise Stefanik, a congresswoman from New York.
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Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials.
Trump administration to shrink federal health agencies by 20,000 employees
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Their physical therapy coverage ran out before they could walk again
Health plans limit physical or occupational therapy sessions to as few as 20 a year, no matter the patient's infirmities.
Proposed foreign aid cuts could lead to millions of HIV deaths, study says
A new study shows how cuts to foreign aid could lead to millions of HIV/AIDS deaths and soaring rates of infections, undoing decades of progress against the virus.
What food dye bans mean for your health and the food in your fridge
West Virginia is banning seven artificial food dyes, including Red No. 40, in the most sweeping state level food dye ban in the U.S.
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5 injured, including 2 Americans, in stabbing attack in Amsterdam
Authorities said that no motive had been established for the stabbing attack in Amsterdam that injured five people.
Trump's auto tariffs draw rebukes, concern from U.S. trading partners
Reaction to Trump's 25% auto tariffs include neighbors who insist "there shouldn't be any tariffs," to adversaries who say nobody will win a trade war.
Turkey criticized for detaining journalists amid nationwide protests
Turkish authorities detained and deported BBC correspondent Mark Lowen and arrested other journalists amid the largest nationwide protests in a decade.
France, U.K. lead charge to keep Europe united behind Ukraine
European leaders meet again to discuss Ukraine's security, and their own, with Trump pulling back and Russia "playing games."
Elise Stefanik's nomination to be U.N. ambassador withdrawn
No Senate confirmation hearing had been scheduled for U.N. ambassador nominee Elise Stefanik, a congresswoman from New York.
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Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
John Grisham reveals new novel
Best-selling author John Grisham joins CBS Mornings to debut his 52nd book, "The Widow," which is his first-ever mystery. Grisham opens up about writing a new kind of story, the twist that changed the ending, and the inspiration behind a book that's already making headlines.
Lady Gaga announces Mayhem tour for 2025. Here are details.
Lady Gaga announced her 2025 tour dates on social media Wednesday, writing, "See you soon, monsters."
"Note to Self": Singer Lea Salonga
In a special Women's History Month edition of "Note to Self," Tony Award-winning actress and Disney legend Lea Salonga writes a heartfelt letter to her 17-year-old self—revisiting her journey from the Philippines to Broadway and the legacy she unknowingly built for the next generation of Asian performers.
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Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
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.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
NSA warned of vulnerabilities in Signal app a month before Houthi strike chat
The National Security Agency sent a bulletin in February warning of Russian hackers trying to access encrypted conversations on Signal.
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Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
Carbon capture chemically removes CO2 from the air, to store or recycle into products. But is this technology – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change?
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
As a tool to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture chemically removes carbon dioxide from the air, to store or recycle into products. The company behind a new plant to be opened this summer claims the facility will remove 500,000 tons of CO2 a year. But is this form of carbon capture – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change? Correspondent David Pogue looks at the technology behind this initiative, and the controversy it has raised.
Bones of mammoths butchered for their tusks unearthed by archaeologists
Remains of five mammoths were found archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences said Thursday in a news statement.
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
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5 injured, including 2 Americans, in stabbing attack in Amsterdam
Authorities said that no motive had been established for the stabbing attack in Amsterdam that injured five people.
Police make arrest tied to Tesla arson attack
Federal authorities have taken into custody the man accused of setting Teslas on fire at a Las Vegas collision center. Police first arrested the man on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Mexican drug lord charged with killing DEA agent could face death penalty
Federal prosecutors are considering seeking the death penalty against Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero in a sprawling case that includes the 1985 killing of a DEA agent.
3 USPS workers charged in kidnapping of coworker that included attempted rape
Three USPS workers in NYC are accused of dragging an unconscious colleague into a mail truck, where one allegedly tried to rape her.
Luigi Mangione shouldn't be allowed laptop in prison, prosecutors say
Prosecutors do not want Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, to have a laptop in prison.
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William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
Democrats warn of cuts to space office
Democratic members of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee are warning that Department of Government Efficiency cuts to the Office of Space Commerce at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could harm American interests. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
What to know as Gayle King gears up for April space flight
Gayle King will step out of her comfort zone and into a space suit alongside Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen and Kerianne Flynn.
NOAA cuts could impact space companies, satellites, Democrats warn
NOAA's Office of Space Commerce plays a crucial role in the growing space industry and is tasked with helping to manage satellite traffic to guard against collisions.
Data on dark energy, universe collapse
Data on dark energy weakening over time may signal that if the trend continues it could eventually cause the universe to collapse, according to a new study. Mustapha Ishak-Boushaki, a physics professor and Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) researcher, joins CBS News with more.
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Woman helps Helene survivors recover memories
Thursday marks six months since Hurricane Helene brought devastating flooding and damage to North Carolina. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the story of a woman reconnecting people with their beloved photos washed away in the storm.
Police make arrest tied to Tesla arson attack
Federal authorities have taken into custody the man accused of setting Teslas on fire at a Las Vegas collision center. Police first arrested the man on Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
Ford, General Motors stocks fall after tariff
The Dow Jones closed in the red on Thursday, with Ford stocks falling more than 3% and General Motors stocks falling more than 6% as investors reacted to President Trump's new 25% tariff on auto imports. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
10,000 jobs being cut at HHS
The Trump administration announced it is cutting about 10,000 jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services, which is nearly a quarter of the workforce. CBS News' Alex Tin reports.
Appeals court upholds deportations order
A federal appeals court ruled to uphold a lower court order on the case surrounding the deportation flights containing Venezuelan migrants to El Salvador's CECOT mega-prison. This comes as the Trump administration argues the move was lawful citing the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. ormer Deputy Assistant Attorney General Tom Dupree joined CBS News with more on the decision.