Tucker Carlson debuts his Twitter show: "No gatekeepers here"
The conservative host, who was ousted from Fox News in April, railed against the media and touched on conspiracy theories.
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Tucker Carlson announces new Twitter show after leaving Fox News
"There aren't many platforms left that allow free speech," the controversial anchor said of the move.
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President Biden announces reelection campaign; Fox News parts ways with Tucker Carlson; CNN ousts Don Lemon.
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What's next for Fox News following Tucker Carlson's exit?
Network faces a delicate balancing act: Luring back advertisers that had shunned Carlson's show while preserving his blockbuster ratings.
What's next for Tucker Carlson? Organizations extend offers
OANN isn't hiding its interest in Tucker Carlson, tweeting, "Maybe Fox News' loss could be OANN's gain."
Tucker Carlson posts video on Twitter, days after Fox News departure
In the video, Carlson made no mention of Fox News or the reasons behind his departure from the network, where he was its most-watched anchor.
Fox loses $800 million in value after Tucker Carlson's exit
The departure of the top-rated star, whose final show was on Friday, raises questions about the future of Fox News.
Massive media shakeup
Fox News Media and Tucker Carlson have decided to part ways, the network announced in a statement Monday, and longtime CNN anchor Don Lemon said he was fired from the cable network. Semafor editor-in-chief Ben Smith joins for a closer look at what this means for the media landscape.
Tucker Carlson is leaving Fox News, network announces
Carlson's final show with the network aired Friday.
What Tucker Carlson's exit means for the GOP
Tucker Carlson and Fox News parted ways Monday, the network announced in a statement. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined to break down the departure's potential impact on the Republican Party heading into 2024.
Major shake-ups at Fox News, CNN
Fox News is parting ways with host Tucker Carlson, and after 17 years, CNN is letting go of anchor Don Lemon. David Folkenflik, a media correspondent at NPR, joins CBS News to discuss what the shake-ups mean.
Fox News settles lawsuit for $787.5 million
Fox News will pay $787.5 million, less than half of what they were originally being sued for, to end Dominion Voting Systems' lawsuit. The money saves the network from seeing some of its best-known anchors and executives on the stand. Dominion accused Fox News of knowingly spreading lies about its voting machines after the 2020 election. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Who's who in the Dominion v. Fox News defamation trial
Dominion Voting Systems' $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News is set to begin Tuesday.
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Exclusive interview as Pence weighs 2024 plans; House response to McCarthy, Carlson exchange.
Fox News producer says she was pushed to give misleading testimony in Dominion suit
Fox is seeking a temporary restraining order in New York state court in an attempt to keep Grossberg from disclosing privileged conversations with its attorneys.
Emails become public in Fox-Dominion lawsuit
Emails and text messages from on-air hosts became public as part of the Fox-Dominion lawsuit. Syracuse University professor Roy Gutterman joined CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the lawsuit, the distinction between commentary and news and what could happen next in the case.
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.
Fallout over McCarthy's release of Jan. 6 video to Fox
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's release of about 40,000 hours of Jan. 6 footage to Fox News host Tucker Carlson is sparking backlash from Republican lawmakers. It also comes as Fox News is defending itself against a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems. Newly released court documents as part of that lawsuit allege that Fox executives had misgivings about the network's 2020 election coverage. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest on how lawmakers are reacting.
New documents released in Fox News lawsuit
Newly released court documents from a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems show that Fox News chairman Rupert Murdoch was worried some of their coverage may have gone "too far" with 2020 election denial claims. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more on that and other news from Capitol Hill.
Impact of McCarthy giving Jan. 6 footage
The blowback continues for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for giving Fox News Jan. 6 riot video. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impact of all of this and the state of Republican Party.
Murdoch: Fox hosts maybe" went too far"
New documents released in Dominion's defamation lawsuit against Fox News show chairman Rupert Murdoch did not believe the 2020 election lies spread by his news network. There is also bipartisan outrage after Fox News host Tucker Carlson tried to rewrite history with cherry-picked surveillance footage from the Capitol riot, falsely calling it a mostly peaceful protest. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Lawmakers dispute Tucker Carlson's narrative
Numerous lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are criticizing Fox News host Tucker Carlson for presenting a false narrative of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the reaction to the footage, including comments from Jan. 6 committee chair Rep. Bennie Thompson.
Tucker Carlson criticized for Jan. 6 comments
Fox News host Tucker Carlson is receiving widespread bipartisian criticism for claiming on his show that the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot was "mostly peaceful." Carlson aired footage from the Capitol that was recently provided to him by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Nikole Killion has the details.
Tucker Carlson slammed for Jan. 6th depiction
Fox News host Tucker Carlson is facing backlash for his use of previously unseen video of the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News anchors Jericka Duncan and Elaine Quijano spoke with congressional correspondent Nikole Killion and Director of the Bleier Center for Television and Popular Culture Robert Thompson about the coverage.
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Iran insists it's ready for a new U.S. attack as Trump arrives in China
Iran's military says it's trained and ready for any new U.S. assault as Trump predicts a "long talk" about the war with China's President Xi in Beijing.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Senate defeats 7th attempt to limit Trump on Iran, despite new GOP defection
The Senate rejected another attempt by Democrats to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran, but one new Republican senator voted in favor of advancing the measure.
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Netanyahu made secret visit to UAE to meet with country's president
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates recently, where he met with Mohammed bin Zayed, the country's president.
How much sway will new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh have over interest rates?
Fed chairs usually have a great deal of influence over the committee that sets interest rates, but their power is not absolute. And experts say Warsh will need to work to form consensus.
Amid fraud probe, Medicare pauses new enrollments for hospice providers
The Trump administration announced Wednesday that it would be put a six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments by hospice and home health agencies to target fraud.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
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House leaders to take action on process for sexual misconduct claims
Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are preparing to announce a bipartisan task force aimed at addressing how sexual misconduct claims are handled within the House of Representatives, multiple sources confirm to CBS News.
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Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as Trump presses for lower rates
The Senate voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, marking a victory for President Trump.
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House leaders to take action on process for sexual misconduct claims
Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are preparing to announce a bipartisan task force aimed at addressing how sexual misconduct claims are handled within the House of Representatives, multiple sources confirm to CBS News.
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Netanyahu made secret visit to UAE to meet with country's president
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates recently, where he met with Mohammed bin Zayed, the country's president.
Senate defeats 7th attempt to limit Trump on Iran, despite new GOP defection
The Senate rejected another attempt by Democrats to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran, but one new Republican senator voted in favor of advancing the measure.
Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
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How much sway will new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh have over interest rates?
Fed chairs usually have a great deal of influence over the committee that sets interest rates, but their power is not absolute. And experts say Warsh will need to work to form consensus.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as Trump presses for lower rates
The Senate voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, marking a victory for President Trump.
Top U.S. CEOs worth nearly $1 trillion accompany Trump to China
The delegation of business leaders underscores the deep ties many major U.S. companies maintain with China despite years of trade tensions.
Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Businesses starting to receive their IEEPA tariff refunds
"I'd been checking the status feverishly to see if anything was in my bank account," one small business owner said.
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Lawmakers seek crackdown on China-owned U.S. farmland
President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping comes as members of Congress are calling for a crackdown on China's ability to acquire U.S. farmland, citing national security concerns.
How much sway will new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh have over interest rates?
Fed chairs usually have a great deal of influence over the committee that sets interest rates, but their power is not absolute. And experts say Warsh will need to work to form consensus.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed chair as Trump presses for lower rates
The Senate voted to confirm Kevin Warsh as chairman of the Federal Reserve, marking a victory for President Trump.
Kemp calls special legislative session to redraw Georgia's congressional map
Georgia lawmakers will return to the Capitol on June 17 for a special session focused on redistricting.
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House leaders to take action on process for sexual misconduct claims
Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are preparing to announce a bipartisan task force aimed at addressing how sexual misconduct claims are handled within the House of Representatives, multiple sources confirm to CBS News.
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Overdose deaths fall for 3rd straight year, CDC data shows
This marks the longest decline in overdose deaths in decades, according to preliminary government data.
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How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to limit, for better brain health. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How can movement boost your brain health?
A recent survey by the Alzheimer's Association found most adults think maintaining brain health is very important, but they don't know what steps to take. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How exercise can improve brain health
Daily physical activity is one of the important steps to building healthy habits to lower the risk of dementia. As part of a three-part series, "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action," Alzheimer's Association President and CEO Joanne Pike joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on incorporating exercise into your routine as part of their "(re)think your brain" initiative. Learn more about their "6-Step Challenge" at rethinkyourbrain.org (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association)
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
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Lawmakers seek crackdown on China-owned U.S. farmland
President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping comes as members of Congress are calling for a crackdown on China's ability to acquire U.S. farmland, citing national security concerns.
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Netanyahu made secret visit to UAE to meet with country's president
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates recently, where he met with Mohammed bin Zayed, the country's president.
Senate defeats 7th attempt to limit Trump on Iran, despite new GOP defection
The Senate rejected another attempt by Democrats to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran, but one new Republican senator voted in favor of advancing the measure.
Bear kills worker at uranium mining facility in Canada
A black bear killed a man working for a Canadian uranium exploration and acquisition company in Saskatchewan.
Princess Kate visits Italy on first overseas trip after cancer treatment
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is in Italy for her first foreign trip after undergoing cancer treatment.
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Geena Davis talks new series "The Boroughs"
Actor Geena Davis talks about starring in the new series "The Boroughs," if there are parallels between herself and the character she plays, and why she's drawn to supernatural projects. She also addresses representation in the entertainment industry.
"Top Gun" celebrates 40 years
The action movie "Top Gun," starring Tom Cruise, was released 40 years ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the film and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," are returning to AMC theaters nationwide for one week. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the stars and executive producers of "Dutton Ranch," sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about reprising their "Yellowstone" roles for the series spinoff. The series premieres May 15 on Paramount+.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Annette Bening talks "Dutton Ranch"
Annette Bening talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch," why she wanted to play her character and learning to ride a horse for the role.
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The good behind the rise of AI
Josh Tyrangiel, a producer, journalist and author, breaks down the potentially positive uses of artificial intelligence amid concerns. Tyrangiel explains how AI can help solve meaningful problems and breaks down its use in schools.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies at trial
In federal court on Tuesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified about his leadership and pushed back against claims made by co-founder Elon Musk. Musk, who has since launched his own AI company, is suing Altman and OpenAI, claiming it flipped its original structure as a neutral nonprofit in favor of a for-profit business.
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.
White House invites business titans on China trip
The White House invited 16 top U.S. executives to join President Trump on his trip to China. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the move could signal to Beijing.
Latest details on Musk-OpenAI court battle
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand on Tuesday to defend himself against a lawsuit brought by his former business partner, Elon Musk. Paresh Dave, senior writer for Wired, joins to unpack the case so far.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's conviction
The South Carolina Supreme Court overturned the murder convictions against Alex Murdaugh and ordered a new trial. Murdaugh was found guilty in 2023 of killing his wife and son in 2021. The court questioned "improper" conduct by the county clerk, Becky Hill, who later wrote a book about her time working on the trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Judge shot dead while heading to gym without her bodyguards
Lady Pachar was shot that day while traveling by car to a gym in the southwestern city of Machala.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
New details about Boston-area highway gunman
The suspect who allegedly fired into a major road near Boston had prior criminal convictions. Jericka Duncan reports on new details about the shooting and the suspect.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as next Fed chair
Kevin Warsh was confirmed by the Senate on Wednesday as the next Federal Reserve chair. Warsh will succeed Jerome Powell, whose term ends Friday. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Watch: Vance asked about 2028, Rubio
Vice President JD Vance was asked Wednesday about a potential 2028 pairing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio on a run for president. See the moment.
Murkowski joins Democrats in latest war powers vote
GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski voted with Democrats Wednesday in the latest attempt to limit President Trump's ability to use military force against Iran. The vote failed 50-49. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
things to know ahead of Trump-Xi meeting
President Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. CBS News' Anna Coren and Nancy Cordes have more.
Netanyahu confirms secret visit to UAE
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates recently, his office confirmed Wednesday. CBS News Middle East contributor Courtney Kealy has more.