Sen. Susan Collins: “I will vote to confirm Judge Kavanaugh”
Collins announced her decision Friday afternoon on the Senate floor
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Was the Kavanaugh FBI inquiry thorough?
Ahead of the final vote on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court, more details are becoming known about the FBI inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct against the judge. Retired FBI Special Agent Jack Owens has worked on many investigations for federal judges in the past. He joined CBSN with his thoughts on the Kavanaugh inquiry.
McConnell sets key vote on Kavanaugh nomination for Friday
Senate Majority Leader starts process that could lead to final vote Saturday as lawmakers receive FBI's final report into Kavanaugh
Reopened FBI Kavanaugh probe: Who's been interviewed so far?
The bureau has been updating its background check of President Trump's Supreme Court nominee
Could defending Brett Kavanaugh be GOP's rallying cry? What to watch in politics this week
"Democrats have obviously held a significant intensity advantage this cycle, but the Kavanaugh debate has changed that," says Josh Holmes
The compromise on Kavanaugh's confirmation
Sen. Jeff Flake explains why he insisted on a week-long FBI investigation into the allegations of sexual assault against Brett Kavanaugh. 60 Minutes spoke with Flake and other members of the Senate Judiciary Committee about the drama on Capitol Hill last week
Jeff Flake & Chris Coons: compromising on Kavanaugh
After delaying the Kavanaugh vote, the senators talked to 60 Minutes about give-and-take in politics: "Our nation can't survive if it doesn't exist"
Jeff Flake: No re-election made compromise possible
The senator tells 60 Minutes there was "not a chance" he could have come to Kavanaugh agreement if he had to worry about running again
Flake, Coons on Kavanaugh's "angry" testimony on Capitol Hill
In an interview airing on Sunday's "60 Minutes," Flake and Coons discuss their pivotal roles in delaying a vote on Kavanaugh's nomination
Kavanaugh wrongly claimed he could drink legally in Maryland as a teen
Brett Kavanaugh has repeatedly said he was legally allowed to consume beer as a prep school senior in Maryland
Brett Kavanaugh angrily defends himself in extraordinary testimony
Supreme Court nominee denied all allegations of sexual assault and lashed out at Senate Democrats over the nomination process
Christine Blasey Ford concludes testimony, "100 percent" sure Kavanaugh assaulted her
Ford, offering measured testimony that was at times emotional -- her voice cracked as she detailed the allegations and how the assault affected her afterward
Sen. Graham on Brett Kavanaugh: "I don't think he's a Bill Cosby"
"I will not be part of a Senate that loses every sense of fairness and abandons the rule of law," said Graham
Sen. Durbin: "Politics" partly behind prosecutor pick for Kavanaugh hearing
Senator says it's "naive" to believe that "politics are not part of the equation" after a sex-crimes prosecutor was tapped to question Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser
Kavanaugh accuser breaks silence: "I don't think he belongs on the Supreme Court"
Julie Swetnick makes her first public appearance since accusing Brett Kavanaugh of excessive drinking and inappropriate treatment of women in the 1980s
Christine Blasey Ford's attorneys release polygraph results on Kavanaugh allegations
The results were sent to the Senate Judiciary Committee by Ford's attorneys as part of a request for documents from both parties in advance of Thursday's hearing
Woman says Kavanaugh was present while she was "gang raped" during high school
Julie Swetnick, a client of attorney Michael Avenatti, says Brett Kavanaugh and others used to spike drinks at parties
Kavanaugh lawyer says accuser's lie detector test, therapist notes not turned over
Attorney Beth Wilkinson also says Kavanaugh's alleged pattern of excessive drinking in his youth "isn't evidence" of any allegations against him
Anita Hill: Kavanaugh hearing isn't a referendum on #MeToo
"A number of powerful men have been held accountable. I don't think any one episode is going to define a whole movement," hill told the AP
Senate Republicans hire female prosecutor to question accuser and Kavanaugh
Rachel Mitchell, a prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office in Phoenix, was picked to question Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford
Brett Kavanaugh developments - live updates: Senate Judiciary Committee schedules Friday vote
The administation continues to defend Kavanaugh's character and record as he faces ongoing allegations of sexual assault
Kavanaugh defends himself in TV interview; Trump stands by him
Kavanaugh and his wife spoke in a TV interview with Fox News about sexual misconduct allegations
Kavanaugh accuser given more time to make decision about testifying
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley said late Friday that Christine Blasey Ford will have one more day to decide if she will testify before the committee
Will Christine Blasey Ford testify?
The Senate Judiciary Committee says Christine Blasey Ford has until Friday morning to decide if she'll testify about her sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN after speaking with senators on Capitol Hill.
What's the FBI's role in the Kavanaugh proceedings?
Democrats and Christine Blasey Ford want an FBI probe into her sexual misconduct allegation against Brett Kavanaugh. Republicans and Trump say the FBI has already looked at Kavanaugh. What's the FBI supposed to do?
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Iran's foreign minister says Israeli troops can't remain in Lebanon under the pending deal with the U.S.
Feds reveal new details of alleged plot to attack White House UFC event
The FBI said it disrupted an attempt to attack Sunday's UFC America 250 event at the White House, with court records detailing an alleged plot to use small drones carrying explosives.
Trump invokes Defense Production Act to boost weapons manufacturing
President Trump has invoked the Defense Production Act to address constraints in the production of munitions, according to a presidential memo released Tuesday.
Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
2 shot at Delaware hospital as police search for "possible active shooter"
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17 horses killed in barn fire at Saratoga Casino Hotel Harness Track
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
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U.S. citizen released, no charges after accusations of abuse in Colombia
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Georgia and Alabama GOP runoffs and more primaries to watch today
Voters are casting their ballots in four states and the District of Columbia on Tuesday, including the runoff race in Georgia to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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2 people shot at Wilmington Hospital as police search for "possible active shooter"
Two people were shot at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware as the campus remains on lockdown Tuesday, the city said.
What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Potential first tropical cyclone of the year developing in the Gulf
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What to expect as Kevin Warsh leads his first Fed interest rate meeting
New Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is stepping in at a critical juncture for the U.S. economy, with inflation at its highest level in more than three years.
Yum! Brands sells struggling Pizza Hut in $2.7 billion deal
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
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Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
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Israel's recent attack in Lebanon was "too much," Trump says
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Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
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Senate rejects latest resolution to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Iran as President Trump touts a framework agreement with Tehran to end the monthslong conflict.
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Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
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Despite Trump's assurances, shippers wait and see on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump says there's a "safe, secure and pristine" route through the Strait of Hormuz, but major shipping companies aren't convinced.
Ebola outbreak still spreading in Congo: "We are missing cases"
A WHO official tells CBS News Ebola is still spreading in Congo after a month, as experts race to contain the outbreak in Central Africa.
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America250 announces concert headliners, host
Chris Stapleton and The Smashing Pumpkins are set to headline America250's "America's Block Party Concert," with Queen Latifah set to host. Rosie Rios, the chair of America250, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
A look at the adaptation of "I Will Find You"
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"Star Wars" lightsaber and more iconic film props going up for auction
Luke Skywalker's lightsaber from the "Star Wars" sequel "The Empire Strikes Back" is expected to sell for at least $1 million at an upcoming auction.
Serena and Venus Williams to play doubles together again, at Wimbledon
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SpaceX to buy AI coding assistant Cursor for $60 billion
The deal comes just days after SpaceX went public in the largest IPO in history, raising $75 billion to help fund its expansion.
Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
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Prediction market traders face long odds
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
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Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
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World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
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NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
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Alleged D.C. National Guard shooter could face death penalty with new charges
New charges were filed against a man accused of fatally shooting one National Guard member and gravely injuring another in Washington, D.C., opening the door for the DOJ to seek the death penalty if he's convicted.
FBI investigating shooting in Washington State
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2 people shot at Wilmington Hospital as police search for "possible active shooter"
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Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
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NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
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Bullets flew in a northern Washington State neighborhood on Tuesday as federal agents engaged with a person near the Canadian border. The FBI is now investigating. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Stocks soar on news of U.S., Iran peace deal
The Dow rose on Tuesday, building on Monday's news that the U.S. and Iran reached a deal to end the war. Senior Barron's writer Laura Sanicola joins CBS News to discuss.
Village creates phone-free community for kids
A village in Ireland started a community-wide initiative to bring back smartphone-free childhoods. Parents voluntarily agree to hold off on giving their children smartphones until they are in middle school. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.
Georgia's 5th president on Russia's influence
The fifth president of Georgia and the first female to hold the position, Salomé Zourabichvili, joins CBS News 24/7 after receiving the 2026 Mark Palmer Prize in Washington, D.C. Zourabichvili discussed Russia's influence over the region and the threat to democracy for Georgians.
Protests outside Iran's World Cup opener
Demonstrators gathered outside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles during Iran's World Cup match with New Zealand on Monday, the first match of the tournament for Iran. The match ended in a 2-2 draw. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Inglewood, California.