New bill seeks to strengthen bribery statute following Menendez indictment
Charges against Sen. Bob Menendez have prompted new bipartisan anti-bribery House bill that alludes to the gold bars mentioned in his indictment.
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Is TikTok a threat to national security?
As U.S. lawmakers move forward with legislation that could potentially ban TikTok, China is warning of repercussions. Elizabeth Palmer, CBS News senior foreign correspondent, and Chris Krebs, former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins to unpack the larger national security threat TikTok could pose to the U.S.
Hur testifies about Biden probe in House hearing
Former special counsel Robert Hur defended his investigation into President Biden's handling of classified documents during a heated House hearing. Republicans criticized Hur for not charging Mr. Biden while Democrats took issue with Hur including disparaging comments about the president's memory in his report. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Senate holds worldwide threats hearing
U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials are testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee Monday as part of an annual assessment on worldwide threats. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis reports.
Trump says he opposes banning TikTok
Former President Donald Trump said in an interview Monday he believes TikTok is a national security threat, but he doesn't support banning it. A bill that could lead to just that is gaining momentum in Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Senate passes package to avoid shutdown
The Senate passed legislation Friday evening to fund parts of the government through late September just hours before a midnight deadline. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Lawmakers on potential TikTok legislation
A bill that could lead to a TikTok ban in the U.S. is gaining momentum with bipartisan support. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the chamber will vote on the legislation next week. Rep. Mike Gallagher, a Wisconsin Republican, and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, a Illinois Democrat, joined CBS News to discuss the bill.
Biden criticizes GOP for rejecting border deal
President Biden criticized Republican lawmakers in his State of the Union address for rejecting a border security bill because they claimed it wasn't strict enough. "We can fight about the border or we can fix it," he said. "I'm ready to fix it. Send me the border bill now."
How presidents prepare for State of the Union
Presidents spend days putting together their State of the Union addresses. David Litt, author and former speechwriter for former President Barack Obama, joins "America Decides" to discuss the process.
John Thune on bid to succeed McConnell, more
The race to replace Mitch McConnell as the Senate's Republican leader is heating up with Minority Whip John Thune announcing his bid. Sen. Thune joins "America Decides" to discuss the race and more.
Lawmakers share hopes for State of the Union
President Biden is set to deliver the 2024 State of the Union address Thursday night. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Robert Costa join "America Decides" to unpack what Democrats and Republicans hope to hear in the speech.
How State of the Union could address border
Immigration has emerged as a top issue for voters ahead of November. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins "America Decides" to discuss how President Biden could broach the issue at the 2024 State of the Union address.
Biden aide previews State of the Union speech
President Biden will highlight many of his top priorities at the 2024 State of the Union address. Ben LaBolt, White House communications director, joins "America Decides" to discuss the speech.
TikTok bill looming over State of the Union
A House committee unanimously advanced a bill Thursday that could lead to a TikTok ban. The move came hours before President Biden's 2024 State of the Union address. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Ed O'Keefe join with more.
Alternatives to Congress' partisan gridlock
Capitol Hill is plagued by partisan gridlock over key issues like the budget and border security. Yet, in many statehouses across the country, we're seeing what is possible when lawmakers put election politics aside and reach across the aisle.
House bill would require TikTok divest from ByteDance or risk U.S. ban
There are growing fears the personal information TikTok devours from its users could fall into the hands of the Chinese government.
Up to 25% of House could be decided Tuesday
According to an analysis from the organization Unite America, up to 25% of the House could be effectively decided Tuesday. Nick Troiano, executive director of Unite America, joins CBS News to explain.
SCOTUS punts Trump ballot issue to Congress
The Supreme Court ruled Monday that former President Donald Trump can appear on the 2024 ballot, overturning a ruling from Colorado's top court. Justices said only Congress can enforce the so-called "insurrection clause" that has been used in arguments to disqualify Trump from holding office. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to unpack the ruling.
Lawmakers unveil government funding package
Top lawmakers have unveiled a package to fund key parts of the government ahead of a Friday deadline to avert a partial shutdown. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Ukrainian forces face major supply shortages
Ukrainian troops are rationing ammunition and salvaging parts in order to keep up the fight against Russia. Ammunition stocks are dangerously low on the eastern frontlines, along with other crucial supplies needed to keep the war effort moving. Charlie D'Agata reports from Ukraine.
Biden signs short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown
The measure delays a partial government shutdown for at least another week while Congress tries to agree on long-term funding.
Biden, Trump offer opposing border policies
President Biden and former President Donald Trump both made trips to the southern border Thursday. The visits come as Americans increasingly point to immigration as a top issue ahead of the November election. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Camilo Montoya-Galvez report.
Cornyn announces bid for Senate GOP leader
Texas Republican Sen. John Cornyn announced he is running to replace Mitch McConnell as the next GOP leader in the Senate. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Recapping Biden's and Trump's border visits
President Biden and former President Donald Trump both visited the U.S.-Mexico border Thursday in a sign of how central immigration policy is to the 2024 race. CBS News reporters Camilo Montoya-Galvez and Bo Erickson join "America Decides" with a look at the dueling trips.
Biden urges House Speaker to hold border bill vote
President Biden spoke near Brownsville, Texas, on Thursday during his trip to the southern border. Mr. Biden called on Congress to hold a vote on a bipartisan border security bill in the House.
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Trump says he is reviewing new Iran peace proposal
President Trump told reporters Saturday he is reviewing a new 14-point peace proposal that was submitted by Iran.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby means more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
Golden Tempo wins 152nd Kentucky Derby, making history for its trainer
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Kentucky Derby brings eye-catching looks, from statement hats to standout suits
Held every spring in Louisville, Kentucky, the event is also known for its over-the-top hats and vibrant suits and dresses.
Vehicle carrying explosives crashes into Portland athletic club, driver dead
A vehicle carrying explosives crashed through the front entrance of an athletic club in downtown Portland, Oregon. The driver was killed.
"This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Air traffic control audio records showed the exchanges between controllers and the pilots of some of Spirit Airlines' final flights
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Berkshire Hathaway has 1st annual meeting without Warren Buffett
The company's first-quarter profit more than doubled as the value of its investments grew and most of its businesses improved.
Spirit Airlines shutting down after failed effort at government rescue deal
The budget carrier Spirit Airlines is ceasing operations after failing to land a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration.
Pickleball Inc. $225 million deal creates new home for sport
The deal merged Major League Pickleball and the Carvana PPA Tour, two of the nascent sport's most active entities, under one company, Pickleball Inc.
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Ford CEO says company is focusing on making vehicles more affordable
Ford CEO Jim Farley tells CBS News, "Most of our new models are going to be more affordable versions."
What will a Spirit Airlines shutdown mean for travelers?
Have tickets to fly on Spirit? Here's what to know about refunds and alternative flights as the budget airline ceases operations.
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Tennessee, Alabama take steps to redraw House maps in wake of Supreme Court ruling
The Republican governors of Tennessee and Alabama called state lawmakers into special sessions on Friday, initial steps in what could be a scramble to redraw congressional maps after the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act.
Trump tightens U.S. sanctions on Cuba, signaling a warning to the island, expert says
The new measures increase pressure on foreign financial institutions by threatening their access to U.S. markets if they continue to work with Cuban government entities.
Judge rebukes prosecutors in hearing for accused correspondents' dinner gunman
A federal judge scolded prosecutors for pushing to move forward with detention proceedings for accused correspondents' dinner gunman Cole Allen, even though Allen agreed to remain in custody.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Judge blocks Trump from ending deportation protections for Yemenis
A federal judge on Friday blocked the Trump administration from revoking legal protections for more than 2,800 Yemeni nationals.
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Football practice was leaving a teen fatigued. A rare cancer was to blame.
Cameron Rider's fatigue, body aches and fever were diagnosed as pneumonia, but he couldn't seem to get better.
Drugmaker asks Supreme Court to halt ruling blocking online access to mifepristone
A maker of the widely used abortion pill mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block an appellate court ruling that cut off mail-order access to the drug just a day earlier.
FDA expands access to drug helping pancreatic cancer patients
Former Sen. Ben Sasse, 54, called daraxonrasib "a miracle drug" that was allowing him to live longer and with less pain.
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Delays in visa program threaten placement of hundreds of doctors in underserved areas
Hundreds of foreign doctors about to complete training in the U.S. will have to leave the country if the federal government doesn't rapidly process their visa waiver applications, immigration attorneys say.
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Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of working with cartels to distribute "massive quantities" of narcotics to the United States.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
Trump administration to cut 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany
President Trump said earlier this week he was reviewing the possible reduction of troops in Germany, which hosts more than 35,000 U.S. service members.
Trump tells Congress "hostilities" with Iran have "terminated"
President Trump on Friday told Congress that hostilities with Iran have "terminated," addressing a critical 60-day deadline.
Book excerpt: "The New Tourist" by Paige McClanahan
Journalist Paige McClanahan writes about how tourism shapes societies and individuals, and about the need to redefine the meaning of "tourist" in today's shrinking world.
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5/2: Saturday Morning
Spirit Airlines announced it will cease operations after failing to secure a federal bailout. Meanwhile, President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal.
NFL whiff leads to lifesaving diagnosis for sales manager at Kentucky Derby
Attending this year's Kentucky Derby meant more for thoroughbred expert Mark Toothaker, who suffered a seizure from laughing at a whiffed NFL field goal attempt that led to a lifesaving diagnosis.
Andy Serkis on "Animal Farm"
Andy Serkis, the iconic voice of Gollum in "Lord of the Rings," speaks with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his latest project, an animated version of George Orwell's "Animal Farm."
Manish Malhotra on his design journey
Indian fashion designer Manish Malhotra is no stranger to American red carpets, counting Beyoncé, the Kardashians and Rihanna as clients. Malhotra spoke with "CBS Saturday Morning" about his start as a Bollywood costume designer ahead of Monday's Met Gala.
Billie Marten performs "Feeling"
English singer-songwriter Billie Marten has been compared to legends like Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush and Nick Drake. Her latest album, "Dog Eared," has received widespread praise for its soothing yet evocative sound. Here's Billie Marten performing "Feeling."
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Reducing data center impact on U.S. power grid
Powerful artificial intelligence data centers are putting a significant strain on the nation's power grid, but one U.S.-based company has a proposal to help solve the issue. Jon Parella, CEO and founder of Terraflow Energy, joins to discuss.
Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
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.
Elon Musk concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Elon Musk cross-examined in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk was cross-examined in his lawsuit against OpenAI on Thursday. In testimony on Wednesday, he said he was "a fool" for funding OpenAI. He is accusing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of betraying him and the public by abandoning its core mission as it transitioned from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. WIRED senior writer Maxwell Zeff joins CBS News to discuss.
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Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
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Stalked woman shot at 14 times by ex-boyfriend during horrific 911 call
Gloria Choi and her friends called Lakewood, Washington, 911 four times in 48 hours to report her being stalked by an ex-boyfriend. Two days later, he ran her off the road and riddled her truck with bullets as she was on the line with a 911 dispatcher.
New video of correspondents' dinner suspect
New video shows the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner shooter breaching event security after roaming the hotel hallways prior to the dinner.
Starmer urges action at some Gaza protests after antisemitic attacks
Keir Starmer said he would always defend the right to protest, but that there may be instances where some marches should be banned.
3 months since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance
Friday marked exactly three months since Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie, was reported missing. Briana Whitney, a breaking news reporter for the Crime Junkie podcast, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
WHCA scholarship recipients on shooting
For more than 100 years, the White House Correspondents' Dinner has celebrated the First Amendment and freedom of the press. The annual event is also a fundraiser for journalism scholarships. This year, the White House Correspondents' Association awarded $156,000 in grants to 30 college students. Two recipients, Kaitlin Bender-Thomas and Madison Maynard, join "The Daily Report" to discuss the shooting.
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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.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Mountain lion cub with missing toes rescued
A mountain lion cub missing some toes was found alone in the Santa Monica Mountains at just three weeks old. Crimson is now being cared for at the Oakland Zoo, and has clawed his way into people's hearts. Itay Hod has the story.
Marine heatwave could bring extreme weather
The ocean off California keeps breaking heat records. Experts say it could produce a stormy summer that may threaten lives. Max Darrow explains.
States scramble to redistrict after major ruling
Alabama and Tennessee are the latest states rushing to redraw congressional districts after a Supreme Court ruling that further weakens the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Nikole Killion reports.
Abortion pill maker makes Supreme Court plea
A drugmaker of mifepristone filed an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court to restore access for Americans who receive the abortion pill by mail.
Iran war in stalemate, Hormuz shut down
President Trump compared the U.S. Navy to pirates, as it enforces the blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. also warned shipping companies that they could face penalties for paying tolls to Iran to safely pass through the critical waterway. Ramy Inocencio has more.