New bill aims to reform military sex assault cases
Legislation to overhaul how the military handles sexual assault is backed by a growing number of senators. David Martin reports on a shocking case that shows why many are pushing for change.
Sexual Assault
Gillibrand pushes overhaul of military's handling of sexual assault
The legislation, backed by a growing number of senators, would move prosecutorial decisions for serious crimes out of the chain of command and give it to independent military prosecutors.
Pentagon panel: Limit commanders’ role in assault cases
A panel looking into the Pentagon’s handling of sexual assault cases recommended that independent authorities make the decision on prosecuting service members instead of commanders. Norah O’Donnell has more.
Pentagon panel recommends ending commanders' power to block military sex cases
The recommendation goes against decades of vehement Pentagon arguments to keep cases within the chain of command.
"Promising Young Woman": An elegant, gut-punch of a film
The awards-season success of Emerald Fennell's "Promising Young Woman," a revenge thriller in which a woman methodically wreaks vengeance after her best friend is sexually assaulted, has spurred conversations about sexism in Hollywood and female empowerment on screen. Correspondent Holly Williams talks with Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan about the film's message and its fearless, complicated heroine.
Thousands of claims of sexual misconduct shared by students in U.K.
The flood of stories has triggered investigations at some of the country's most elite educational institutions, and a national reckoning compared to the #MeToo movement.
Nike distances itself from NFL star after women's accusations
Sporting gear company says it is "deeply concerned" after multiple women allege the 26-year-old Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson assaulted them.
Two Deshaun Watson accusers release public statements
Twenty-two women have accused Watson of civil assault, sexual assault or intentional infliction of emotional distress in recent weeks, which Watson has denied.
Army investigating sexual assault claim implicating up to 22 GIs
Fort Sill is receiving additional help from the Army Criminal Investigative Division to investigate the claims.
Deshaun Watson accused of deleting messages amid lawsuits
Twenty-one women have come forward with allegations against the Houston Texans player.
Justices: Drunk rape victim was not "mentally incapacitated"
More serious charge does not apply if the sexual assault victim consumed alcohol or drugs voluntarily, Minnesota Supreme Court says.
Conflict ravages Ethiopia's Tigray region
Calls for Ethiopia to end a months-long, deadly conflict in the northern Tigray region are intensifying after reports of widespread atrocities. Thousands of people have died and millions were displaced by the fighting. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN AM with more.
NFL star Deshaun Watson accused of being a "serial predator"
Fourteen women have alleged they were assaulted by Watson during separate incidents in 2020 and 2021.
NFL star Deshaun Watson facing assault lawsuits
Houston Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson is facing several lawsuits alleging sexual assault or civil assault. The NFL is investigating.
NFL quarterback facing mounting lawsuits from women in Texas
The NFL is investigating the allegations, which the Houston Texans player denies.
Armie Hammer accused of violent sexual assault
An attorney for Hammer has denied the allegations.
Latest accusation against Cuomo referred to police
A sixth woman is accusing New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of inappropriate conduct. His office was legally required to refer her allegations to Albany police. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
Amazon senior manager alleges discrimination
A Black senior manager at Amazon is suing the company and two managers for racial discrimination and sexual harassment. She is speaking about it exclusively to "CBS This Morning" in her first TV interview. Charlotte Newman told Michelle Miller she was underpaid, stereotyped, sexually harassed and assaulted while she worked for the company. Miller reports on her allegations and Amazon's response.
WorldView: Deadly Senegal protests
Protests erupted in Senegal over charges against the country's main opposition leader. In Myanmar, two more people have amid protests over the military coup. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken penned a letter to push for Afghan-Taliban peace talks. And Pope Francis has finished his historic tour of Iraq. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins "CBSN AM" with headlines from around the world.
Exclusive: Ex-Cuomo aide on alleged sexual harassment
Charlotte Bennett, a former aide to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, tells Norah O'Donnell that she told the governor's chief of staff and attorney about the alleged sexual harassment.
Exclusive: Ex-Cuomo aide details alleged sexual harassment
In a CBS News exclusive interview, Norah O'Donnell speaks with Charlotte Bennett, a former aide to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo who alleges he asked her inappropriate questions about her sex life and being a survivor of sexual assault.
Ex-NFL player Kellen Winslow II sentenced 14 years for rape
A judge called the 37-year-old father of two a "sexual predator" and "brazen" criminal.
Study links military sexual harassment to assaults
A new study from the RAND Corporation on sexual assault in the military found that troops who worked in units where there's been sexual harassment are more likely to be sexually assaulted.
T.I. and his wife Tiny accused of drugging and assaulting women
The alleged incidents took place in several states between 2005 and 2018.
Ex-gymnastics coach dead after felony charges
Former U.S. Olympics gymnastics coach John Geddert died by suicide on Thursday, hours after being charged with human trafficking and criminal sexual conduct. In an interview with CBS, Sarah Klein, a former gymnast under Geddert, said USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee should be held accountable for the abuse he allegedly inflicted. Mola Lenghi reports.
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