Transcript: Michael Avenatti on "Face the Nation"
Stormy Daniels' attorney Michael Avenatti appeared on "Face the Nation" on Sunday, May 6, 2018
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When Alec Baldwin's President Trump asked her "what do you need for this to all go away," Daniels answered "a resignation"
Rudy Giuliani on Fox News insists Trump did not violate campaign finance laws
When asked by Jeanine Pirro to "clear up" what the "president knew or didn't know -- what he paid or did not pay," Giuliani did not answer the question
Trump visits Cleveland
President Trump visited Cleveland on Saturday ahead of Ohio’s primary election. Mr. Trump discussed taxes and his upcoming meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Errol Barnett reports.
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President Trump: Giuliani will get his facts straight; On the Road: Kid superhero feeds the homeless.
Giuliani walks back Stormy Daniels payment claims
President Trump brought in Rudy Giuliani to help defend him in the Russia investigation. But on Friday, it was the president who was defending Giuliani, after he created a mess in another case. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Top Democrat calls for investigation into Stormy Daniels payment
Rep. Elijah Cummings says he has some questions he wants answered
Giuliani releases new statement "to clarify" his recent remarks
Former New York City mayor now says payment to Stormy Daniels "would have been done in any event"
Trump says Rudy Giuliani will "get his facts straight"
President Trump also said he would "love" to sit down with special counsel Robert Mueller
Trump speaks on Guiliani, North Korea
President Trump stopped to speak to reporters before departing for the NRA convention in Dallas. The president talked about the comments his attorney Rudy Giuliani made about payments to Stormy Daniels and about U.S. communication with North Korea.
W.H. struggles with Stormy Daniels narrative
The White House has given conflicting accounts how much President Trump was involved in a $130,000 payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels. CBS News' Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from the White House with more.
W.H. in damage control after Giuliani claim
The White House is in damage control over the news that President Trump reimbursed attorney Michael Cohen for the $130,000 he paid adult film star Stormy Daniels. The president acknowledged the repayment Thursday, but he denied campaign money was used in the effort to silence Daniels. Weijia Jiang reports.
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Rudy Giuliani says Trump reimbursed Cohen; Second baby eagle hatches on live stream
Giuliani on "hush money" payment
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, who recently joined President Trump's legal team, said Mr. Trump reimbursed his personal attorney Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment made to adult film actress Stephanie Clifford, or Stormy Daniels. The money was a so-called "hush payment" that Clifford said she received to keep quiet about an alleged affair. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Giuliani on Stormy Daniels payment
Rudy Giuliani, one of President Trump's newest legal advisers, said Mr. Trump knew about a payment to Stormy Daniels to keep quiet about the affair she says she had with Donald Trump years before he became president. His statement contradicts what the president said on Air Force One a month ago. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Rudy Giuliani's whirlwind 24 hours
Giuliani has raised everything from Trump's repayment of hush money to his personal attorney, to the release of Americans detained in North Korea
Trump no longer denies knowing about Stormy Daniels payment
His version of events related to the payment began changing in a late night television appearance by one of his newest legal advisers, Rudy Giuliani
Sarah Sanders on Stormy Daniels payment
White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders commented on Michael Cohen's $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels in the first press briefing since Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani admitted Mr. Trump repaid Cohen.
Trump denies paying Stormy Daniels with campaign funds to keep quiet
Trump tweets about deal with Stormy Daniels after previously saying he was unaware of payments to adult film star
Stormy Daniels' lawyer "stunned" by Giuliani comments on repayment
Rudy Giuliani says the president reimbursed fixer Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment he made to Daniels as part of a non-disclosure agreement
Trump repaid Cohen $130K for payment to porn star, Giuliani says
Trump reimbursed him over several months, Giuliani told Fox's Sean Hannity on "Hannity"
Avenatti "stunned" by Giuliani comments
President Trump's lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, says the president reimbursed attorney Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment he made to adult film star Stormy Daniels as part of a non-disclosure agreement. Daniels alleges she had sex with Mr. Trump in 2006, which Mr. Trump denies. Daniels' attorney, Michael Avenatti, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why he sees this as a "clear example" that the president has been lying, how the revelations could make their case stronger, and Daniels' reaction to Giuliani's comments.
What could be Giuliani-Trump legal strategy?
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Rudy Giuliani's statement that President Trump repaid the $130,000 that Michael Cohen wired to adult film star Stormy Daniels as part of a non-disclosure deal.
Giuliani says Trump "repaid" fixer
An unexpected admission by Rudy Giuliani leaves President Trump facing new legal questions about a non-disclosure deal with adult film star Stormy Daniels. The president's new lawyer says Mr. Trump repaid the $130,000 that attorney Michael Cohen gave to Daniels. Weijia Jiang reports.
Giuliani: Trump repaid Michael Cohen
President Trump's new lawyer Rudy Giuliani says the president repaid attorney Michael Cohen for a $130,000 payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. Mr. Trump had told reporters that he was not aware of the payment and that he didn't know where Cohen had gotten the money. Giuliani made the revelation during an appearance on Fox News Channel's "Hannity."
U.S. reimposes blockade and strikes Iran as Trump seeks control of Strait of Hormuz
The president called off a planned 20% fee on shipping through the strait.
Blanche to testify today at Senate confirmation hearing for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee at 9 a.m. for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Jay Clayton, Trump's DNI nominee, set to appear at Senate confirmation hearing
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
Houston prosecutor could bring charges against ICE agents in fatal shooting
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
House passes bill to make daylight saving time permanent
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Security video captures moments after man was fatally shot by ICE in Maine
A home security camera captured the sound of five gunshots when Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero, a Colombian national, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
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Wildfires expose millions in Midwest, Northeast to dangerous smoke
Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota is expected to engulf large swaths of the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week.
Blanche to testify today at Senate confirmation hearing for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee at 9 a.m. for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Jay Clayton, Trump's DNI nominee, to testify at Senate confirmation hearing
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
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26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
Senators introduce bipartisan plan to tackle Social Security insolvency
The Promise Act would establish a legislative procedure with the goal of preserving Social Security's trust funds for the next 50 years.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
Social Security's 2027 COLA could be the biggest in years
New estimates call for a 3.6% to 3.8% benefit increase next year, although the final adjustment will depend on inflation readings released this summer.
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Blanche to testify today at Senate confirmation hearing for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to appear before the Senate Judiciary Committee at 9 a.m. for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Jay Clayton, Trump's DNI nominee, to testify at Senate confirmation hearing
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
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Flights grounded at D.C.-area airport due to security concerns for Iraqi leader
The Iraqi leader was in Washington to meet with President Trump.
Houston prosecutor could bring charges against ICE agents in fatal shooting
Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare, who is investigating the fatal ICE shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, told CBS News ICE's tactics "in no way resemble" the behavior of police agencies he's worked with.
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Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
States call out big businesses with employees on Medicaid
With the federal Medicaid work requirement looming in January, Democrats are considering state legislation to call out big companies that employ workers enrolled in the safety net health program.
Dr. Céline Gounder: Lindsey Graham died of aorta disease. My husband did too.
Lindsey Graham's aorta tore at 71. Grant Wahl's burst at 49. One is common and age-driven; the other is inherited, silent, and findable.
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U.S. announces new strikes on Iran as war intensifies
The U.S. announces new strikes on Iran just hours after a 4th consecutive nighttime barrage, as the war ramps back up over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iraq seizes mounds of gold and millions in cash in corruption crackdown
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
Spain reaches World Cup final with dominant 2-0 win over France
In a match Tuesday featuring two of soccer's biggest heavyweights, Spain put in a masterful performance, frustrating France to the tune of a 2-0 win to advance to Sunday's World Cup final.
Bipartisan senators introduce Russia sanctions and tariff bill Graham championed
The text of the bill had been finalized before Graham met with Zelenskyy last week in Kyiv.
U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
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Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Gelfand on "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
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Alan Ritchson on thriller "Motor City"
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
Mick Jagger on music and politics
Mick Jagger spoke with The New York Times recently about the role of politics in his music. Political strategists Erin Maguire and Dan Kanninen join "The Takeout" to discuss.
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26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
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Major utility bill increases requested
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
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Hochul halts NY data center construction
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
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Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
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2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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U.S. marine biologist shot dead in the Philippines, companion injured
Kent Carpenter and his Filipina companion were at his house in the coastal town of Sibulan when masked men forced their way in.
Kagan opening statements on security funding
Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett are on Capitol Hill to testify before House lawmakers in response to a request for increased security funding amid growing threats against members of the highest court.
Second fatal ICE shooting in a week
Joan Sebastian Guerrero's death in Maine marks the second time in a week that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have shot and killed a civilian. The Department of Homeland Security alleged that a man "attempted to flee the scene" when stopped by ICE. Guerrero's killing has prompted calls for an investigation. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
Apple files lawsuit against OpenAI
Apple is suing OpenAI over apparently stolen trade secrets that may be linked to hardware ambitions. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Witnesses on ICE shooting in Maine
Witnesses are describing what they saw during the moments after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent fatally shot a man in Maine. One source with knowledge of the investigation says Joan Sebastian Guerrero was killed during the encounter. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
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Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
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Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
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NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
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