Oversight chair working to have Blanche testify in Epstein probe
House Oversight and Reform Committee Chairman James Comer said he wants Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to appear before lawmakers in July.
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Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche as attorney general
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
Trump nominates Todd Blanche for AG
President Trump has nominated acting AG Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general. Blanche is the president's former personal lawyer and represented him in multiple high-profile cases. Nancy Cordes reports.
Blanche reacts to Trump's expected nomination
President Trump says he will nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to be permanent AG. Blanche took over after Pam Bondi left the administration. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Taurean Small have more details.
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Trump expected to nominate Todd Blanche as permanent attorney general; Senate holds "vote-a-rama."
Trump picks Todd Blanche for attorney general
President Trump wants his former criminal defense lawyer to be the next U.S. attorney general, overseeing the Justice Department and serving as America's chief law enforcement officer. Todd Blanche is already the acting attorney general. Nancy Cordes has more details.
Some Republicans express skepticism on Blanche
President Trump is expected to nominate Todd Blanche as permanent attorney general. Major Garrett reports on the reaction some top Republicans have had to that development.
Todd Blanche on expected nomination
Todd Blanche is reacting to news of his expected nomination to serve as attorney general of the Justice Department. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
More on Todd Blanche's law career
Todd Blanche, President Trump's former personal attorney and the current acting attorney general, is expected to be nominated to lead the Justice Department permanently, sources say. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Trump's expected nomination for Todd Blanche
President Trump is expected to nominate Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department as attorney general. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Trump expected to nominate Todd Blanche as AG
President Trump is expected to nominate Todd Blanche, who served as his personal attorney before his second term in the White House, as U.S. attorney general. This comes despite intense backlash over a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" for people who allege they were victims of government persecution. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
House passes Iran war powers resolution
The House passed a measure Wednesday that would force President Trump to seek congressional approval for the Iran war. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Blanche defends "anti-weaponization" fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told the House Appropriations Committee Tuesday that the Justice Department was no longer moving forward with its "anti-weaponization" fund, but he defended its creation. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
Blanche slammed for "anti-weaponization" fund
Republican and Democratic lawmakers grilled acting Attorney General Todd Blanche over the Justice Department's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund that the Trump administration has backed away from following intense bipartisan backlash. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Blanche says he won't put fund end in writing
Rep. Grace Meng pressed acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on the Justice Department's "anti-weaponization" fund during a House hearing Tuesday. Blanche said the department wasn't moving forward with the fund, but he declined to put that commitment in writing.
Trump administration drops $1.7+ billion fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche confirmed Tuesday that the Justice Department will not be moving forward with the nearly $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund, but declined to say he would put that in writing. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more on this and the Epstein investigation.
Blanche: DOJ "not moving forward" with Trump fund
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers Tuesday that the Justice Department will not move forward with a controversial "anti-weaponization" fund. Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General Tom Dupree joins with analysis.
Blanche, Dean have heated exchange over Epstein
Rep. Madeleine Dean had a tense line of questioning for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Tuesday over the state of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. See the moment from the House Appropriations Committee hearing.
Latest on DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
The Justice Department's plans for an "anti-weaponization" fund continue to face lawmaker backlash and legal battles. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
DOJ to stop work on "anti-weaponization" fund
The Justice Department on Monday said it will comply with a court order temporarily blocking the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund. Meanwhile, President Trump remains locked in a stalemate with Iran amid peace talks. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
"Anti-weaponization" fund gets more backlash
The Justice Department's "anti-weaponization" fund is on hold as a federal judge weighs its merits. This comes as more Republicans and Democrats decry its creation. Rupa Bhattacharyya, the legal director at the Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection, joins with more details.
Epstein survivor Annie Farmer on Bondi testimony
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified behind closed doors on Friday as a part of the House Oversight Committee's investigation into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Annie Farmer, an Epstein survivor, reacts to Bondi's testimony.
Bondi says Epstein files had "redaction errors"
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi defended the Justice Department's handling of the Epstein files on Capitol Hill on Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the details.
Judge on DOJ "anti-weaponization" fund
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from moving forward with work on the new "anti-weaponization" fund, including making any payouts. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports.
DHS sets sights on immigration lawyers
According to a memo obtained by CBS News, the Department of Homeland Security is directing attorneys who work with ICE to pursue fraud cases against immigration lawyers. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the exclusive.
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"Final, agreed upon text" of U.S.-Iran peace deal reached, Pakistan says
Iran's foreign minister said a deal has "never been closer" and that the details of a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. will be shared publicly "in due course."
At least 1 killed, 9 hospitalized in Texas mass shooting; suspect dead
Four people were in surgery and five others were stable, according to Midland Memorial Hospital.
Pentagon releases new batch of UFO files: "Are you seeing this?"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of documents and videos related to UFOs, or UAPs, with 72 more documents, images and recordings.
Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire with SpaceX's IPO
The SpaceX CEO's fortune on paper now rivals the annual economic output of many countries, according to World Bank data.
Judge rejects bid to block UFC event at the White House
A federal judge on Friday rejected a long-shot effort to block the Ultimate Fighting Championship event set to take place at the White House this weekend.
A key spy tool is expiring due to inaction in Congress. Here's what that means
Lawmakers have long sounded the alarm about the risks of letting Section 702 expire. But there's debate over what a lapse in the law actually means.
Suspect linked to U.S. consulate shooting on run in Canada, officer killed
A manhunt is underway for an "armed and dangerous" suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto after an officer was fatally shot.
Former SpaceX welder expected to become a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee who owns 6,500 company shares, could see his wealth balloon by as much as $880,000.
FDA authorizes emergency use of drug to fight screwworms in pets
Nitenpyram is the first generic animal drug authorized to treat screwworms in dogs and cats, according to federal regulators.
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A key spy tool is expiring due to inaction in Congress. Here's what that means
Lawmakers have long sounded the alarm about the risks of letting Section 702 expire. But there's debate over what a lapse in the law actually means.
Judge rejects bid to block UFC event at the White House
A federal judge on Friday rejected a long-shot effort to block the Ultimate Fighting Championship event set to take place at the White House this weekend.
Former SpaceX welder expected to become a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee who owns 6,500 company shares, could see his wealth balloon by as much as $880,000.
U.S. deports migrants from Afghanistan, Iran to Central African Republic
The Trump administration deported a group of roughly 20 migrants from Afghanistan, Iran and other nations to the Central African Republic, one of the world's poorest countries.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
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Former SpaceX welder expected to become a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee who owns 6,500 company shares, could see his wealth balloon by as much as $880,000.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
FDA authorizes emergency use of drug to fight screwworms in pets
Nitenpyram is the first generic animal drug authorized to treat screwworms in dogs and cats, according to federal regulators.
SpaceX shares soar following record-breaking $75 billion IPO
SpaceX's stock opened at $150 after making its debut on the Nasdaq exchange on Friday in the biggest ever initial public offering.
Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire with SpaceX's IPO
The SpaceX CEO's fortune on paper now rivals the annual economic output of many countries, according to World Bank data.
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A key spy tool is expiring due to inaction in Congress. Here's what that means
Lawmakers have long sounded the alarm about the risks of letting Section 702 expire. But there's debate over what a lapse in the law actually means.
Judge rejects bid to block UFC event at the White House
A federal judge on Friday rejected a long-shot effort to block the Ultimate Fighting Championship event set to take place at the White House this weekend.
U.S. deports migrants from Afghanistan, Iran to Central African Republic
The Trump administration deported a group of roughly 20 migrants from Afghanistan, Iran and other nations to the Central African Republic, one of the world's poorest countries.
Judge continues to block DOJ's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund
A federal judge continued to block the Justice Department's $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund, expressing skepticism with the administration's claims that the program is not moving forward.
Pentagon releases 3rd batch of UFO files: "Are you seeing this?"
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of documents and videos related to UFOs, or UAPs, with 72 more documents, images and recordings.
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FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
The promises and pitfalls of GLP-1 drugs
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
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Suspect linked to U.S. consulate shooting on run in Canada, officer killed
A manhunt is underway for an "armed and dangerous" suspect linked to a shooting at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto after an officer was fatally shot.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
Stowaway with 524 pounds of cocaine, gun found on barge in Caribbean
It's the second time this year that authorities detained a stowaway holding a huge stash of drugs in the same harbor.
"Spy turtles" and "spy fish" prowling China's waters, Beijing claims
"An unseen covert war of espionage is currently unfolding" in the waters off China, the country's minister of state security has alleged.
Renowned U.K. artist David Hockney dies at 88
Hockney was a globally celebrated painter who helped lead the Pop art movement in the 1960s, spent time in California, and defiantly refused to give up smoking.
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Shawn Hatosy talks acting on "The Pitt"
Actor Shawn Hatosy went from guest star to Emmy Award-winning fan favorite as Dr. Jack Abbot on the hit medical drama "The Pitt." Dr. Abbot "is very calm in the face of chaos and he can handle anything, but he's struggling, as is Robby, and they have to come together," Hatosy tells "CBS Mornings."
Taylor Swift is youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
KISS on Songwriters Hall of Fame induction
KISS' Paul Stanley says it's an honor to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame along with his band member Gene Simmons. "This is what the American dream is about," Simmons tells "CBS Mornings."
2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off with 3 opening ceremonies
With matches being played in 11 cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada, fans are getting three World Cup opening ceremonies.
Amazon's best books of the year so far
Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.
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SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
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.
Uproar over planned data center near zoo
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
She confided in ChatGPT the night of her suicide. Now, her mother is suing OpenAI.
A mother has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the chatbot's design led to her daughter's suicide.
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Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
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TX mass shooting suspect dead, officials say
The suspect in a deadly mass shooting in Midland, Texas, is dead, officials say. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
Witness on Midland, Texas, shooting
A witness who saw victims being brought to a local hospital describes the tense moments after an active shooting in Midland, Texas. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe has more.
11 victims confirmed after Texas shooting
Officials confirmed at least 11 victims after an active shooting in Midland, Texas, on Friday. CBS News Texas' Ken Molestina reports.
Deadly active shooting in Midland, Texas
Officials provided an update after an active shooting in Midland, Texas, where at least one person died, Mayor Lori Blong confirmed. Felipe Rodriguez, a professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, joins with more insight.
At least 1 killed, 9 hospitalized in Texas mass shooting; suspect dead
Four people were in surgery and five others were stable, according to Midland Memorial Hospital in Texas.
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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
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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TX mass shooting suspect dead, officials say
The suspect in a deadly mass shooting in Midland, Texas, is dead, officials say. CBS News' Mugo Odigwe reports.
Fire tears through massive medical warehouse
An enormous fire that consumed parts of a Medline medical supply warehouse in Tracy, California, is still burning, local fire officials say. CBS News Sacramento's Madisen Keavy has more.
Tornadoes rip through the Midwest
Buildings were smashed and homes were destroyed after tornadoes wreaked havoc in Illinois. CBS News' Rob Marciano has the latest as severe weather heads eastward.
SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
Pushback over data center near Nashville Zoo
Hundreds of people gathered at a public hearing on Thursday in Nashville, Tennessee, to voice opposition to a proposed data center that would be built next to the Nashville Zoo. The zoo says it could harm their animals. Skyler Henry reports.