House-passed GOP funding bill to avoid shutdown fails in Senate
A Republican measure to keep the government funded past Oct. 1 stalled in the Senate after clearing the House on Friday.
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Congress goes on recess without funding deal
The federal government could be on the verge of a potential shutdown after the House and Senate left town without agreeing on a stopgap funding measure. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Rep. Krishnamoorthi on TikTok's future and more
President Trump said on Thursday that the U.S. is getting a "tremendous fee" in a proposed TikTok deal with China. Democratic Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois joins "The Takeout" to discuss what lawmakers want to see in the arrangement and more.
Missouri Democrat sounds off on redistricting
The Missouri State Legislature passed its newly-redrawn congressional map last week, which reshapes Missouri's Fifth Congressional District to make it more conservative. Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, whose reelection chances could be minimized by the change, joins "The Takeout" to weigh in.
Extended interview: Rep. James Comer
In the wake of the Charlie Kirk assassination, CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett interviews Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky about his letter urging tech CEOs to testify on the radicalization of social media platforms users. Plus, Comer reacts to his committee's work surrounding both the Jeffrey Epstein investigation and former President Joe Biden's autopen use.
Comer on inviting online forum CEOs to testify
The House Oversight Committee has called on the CEOs of several online forums to testify on Capitol Hill in October in connection with the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Republican Rep. James Comer of Kentucky, chair of the committee, joins "The Takeout" to discuss this and more.
Patel grilled by lawmakers at House hearing
FBI Director Kash Patel faced more questioning from lawmakers on Wednesday at the House Judiciary Committee hearing. CBS News' Taurean Small has more from Capitol Hill.
House GOP unveils proposal to avoid shutdown
House Republicans have unveiled their proposal to avoid a government shutdown. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
Lawmakers face shutdown deadline over funding
Capitol Hill is facing a potential government shutdown if lawmakers are unable to resolve disputes over the federal budget by the Sept. 30 deadline. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
A look at recent acts of political violence
Members of Congress are now canceling events and looking for more security after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The shooting marks the latest instance of political violence in the U.S. CBS News' Major Garrett and Nikole Killion have more.
Advocate on 9/11 victims' health care funding
As the nation marks 24 years since the deadly terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, advocates are calling on Congress to approve more funding to care for first responders and survivors. First responder advocate John Beal joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Speaker Johnson condemns Charlie Kirk shooting
House Speaker Mike Johnson led the chamber in a moment of silence and prayer Wednesday following the shooting death of Charlie Kirk. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.
Whistleblower claims about Meta and kids
Two Meta whistleblowers testified before Senate lawmakers on Tuesday, accusing the social media giant of suppressing research about the safety of child users. Senior Bloomberg News reporter Kurt Wagner joins CBS News to unpack the testimony.
Watch: Witnesses recount UFO encounters
U.S. Air Force veteran Jeffrey Nuccetelli and U.S. Navy senior chief petty officer Alexandro Wiggins testified at a House hearing on UFOs, also known as UAPs. In their opening statements, they recounted their encounters with UFOs.
Trump denies writing birthday note to Epstein
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday that "it's very clear President Trump did not draw this picture, and he did not sign it" after Democrats on the House Oversight Committee released a birthday message allegedly written by Mr. Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday. CBS News White House reporter Taurean Small has more.
Details on alleged Trump message for Epstein
A birthday message allegedly written by President Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was released by Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Monday. Mr. Trump has denied writing the message. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Alleged Trump message for Epstein released
The Republican-led House Oversight Committee received materials Monday from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's estate, including a birthday book containing an explicit message allegedly from President Trump to Epstein. Mr. Trump has denied writing the message. Barry Levine, author of the book "The Spider: Inside the Criminal Web of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell," joined CBS News to discuss.
Missouri begins redistricting special session
The Missouri Legislature has begun the process to redraw the state's congressional maps, joining Texas and California. Lawmakers are expected to pass a bill that would give Republicans in the state an opportunity to win seven seats in the 2026 midterm elections. CBS News political director Fin Gómez examines the move's potential impact.
Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein speak out
The survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein called for transparency and accountability from the U.S. government at a news conference on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Caitlin Huey-Burns report.
Trump, Democrats considering 2026 conventions
President Trump and the Democratic National Committee are considering holding party conventions ahead of the 2026 midterms. Daniella Diaz, Congress reporter for NOTUS, and Sabrina Rodriguez, politics reporter for The Washington Post, join "The Takeout" to discuss the day's news coming out of Capitol Hill.
Epstein survivor Annie Farmer speaks out
Several Jeffrey Epstein survivors spoke on Capitol Hill on Wednesday in an effort to seek justice. Survivor Annie Farmer joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Epstein survivors call for release of files
Several survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell spoke at the Capitol on Wednesday to seek accountability and transparency. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Congress returns to face chaotic funding fight, Epstein drama, crime crackdown
Congress returns this week from its August recess staring down a deadline to fund the government and avert a possible shutdown by month's end.
Breaking down looming government shutdown battle
Congress' month-long summer recess is over and lawmakers are back in session, returning to what has become familiar territory: a looming government funding deadline. Caitlin Huey-Burns explains.
Epstein survivors meet with lawmakers
Survivors of convicted sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein were on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, pushing for the passage of legislation that would require the release of materials related to the Epstein investigation. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
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Trump demands "unconditional surrender" as Russia gives Iran intel on U.S. positions
With the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran in its seventh day, President Trump says the aim is to bring Iran back from the brink of destruction and "Make Iran Great Again."
Hegseth says anyone helping Iran's war efforts will be "confronted strongly"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. will confront "anything that shouldn't be happening, whether it's in public or back-channeled."
Bodycam video contradicts ICE claims in fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent.
Fears for Americans jailed in Iran war zone: "He must be feeling very helpless"
A lawyer for an American man held in a notorious Iranian prison says he can only hope U.S. and Israeli forces "exercise extreme caution," as concern about U.S. prisoners mounts.
Austin gunman assaulted woman at Tesla facility in December, lawsuit alleges
The gunman who carried out the mass shooting last weekend in Austin, Texas, assaulted a woman three months earlier at a Tesla facility, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday in Texas.
Rev. Jesse Jackson honored at Chicago celebration of life
The People's Celebration, allowed former presidents, family members, and more to honor the icon of the Civil Rights Movement.
Sherrone Moore reaches plea deal in stalking case
Former University of Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges.
Venezuela's new gold rush moves at "Trump speed," but ignores a $25M question
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
Epstein files on woman's unproven claims about Trump released by DOJ
The Justice Dept. has released Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations by a woman against President Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld.
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Trump: U.S. collegiate system could go out of business without fixes to sports
President Trump predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly.
Bodycam video contradicts ICE claims in fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent.
U.S. attorney in Miami targeting Cuban leaders with new initiative, sources say
President Trump has indicated he's keeping an eye on Cuba and predicted on CNN that "Cuba is gonna fall pretty soon."
Judge seems skeptical of recent Pentagon policy restricting journalists' activities
Lawyers for the press asked a court to block the Pentagon from enforcing a recent policy restricting what journalists report, arguing it violates the First Amendment freedom of the press.
House hunting? Here's what to know as the spring buying season arrives.
Although home prices remain elevated, conditions are shaping up to be more favorable for buyers this year, experts said.
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Venezuela's new gold rush moves at "Trump speed," but ignores a $25 million question
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
House hunting? Here's what to know as the spring buying season arrives.
Although home prices remain elevated, conditions are shaping up to be more favorable for buyers this year, experts said.
United CEO said U.S. airfares could rise as Iran war drives up oil prices
Jet fuel costs have shot up more than 50% since the U.S.-Israel attack on Iran sparked a jump in global prices.
These 10 jobs are most exposed to AI, Anthropic finds
The maker of the Claude chatbot says its research could help identify economic disruptions by measuring how AI is currently reshaping work.
Stocks sink as oil prices sizzle and U.S. hiring fizzles
Stocks fell after new government data showed U.S. employers shed 92,000 jobs in February and as investors fret over oil prices.
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Trump: U.S. collegiate system could go out of business without fixes to sports
President Trump predicted the destruction not just of college sports but the entire U.S. collegiate system unless the industry is fixed quickly.
Bodycam video contradicts ICE claims in fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez
Video of last year's fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez obtained by CBS News appears to contradict claims that Martinez was shot by an ICE agent because he "accelerated" and "intentionally ran over" another agent.
U.S. attorney in Miami targeting Cuban leaders with new initiative, sources say
President Trump has indicated he's keeping an eye on Cuba and predicted on CNN that "Cuba is gonna fall pretty soon."
Hegseth says anyone helping Iran's war efforts will be "confronted strongly"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. will confront "anything that shouldn't be happening, whether it's in public or back-channeled."
Preservation group again asks judge to halt Trump-backed White House ballroom
A preservation group is once again asking a federal judge to pause all construction for a massive ballroom on the White House grounds backed by President Trump.
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RFK Jr. challenges Dunkin' and Starbucks over sugary drinks
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
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Hegseth says anyone helping Iran's war efforts will be "confronted strongly"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. will confront "anything that shouldn't be happening, whether it's in public or back-channeled."
Venezuela's new gold rush moves at "Trump speed," but ignores a $25 million question
Venezuela's new administration is cutting deals, but there's a big reward available for a key figure.
Fears for Americans jailed in Iran war zone: "He must be feeling very helpless"
A lawyer for an American man held in a notorious Iranian prison says he can only hope U.S. and Israeli forces "exercise extreme caution," as concern about U.S. prisoners mounts.
U.S. turns to Ukraine for drone defense expertise, but solutions may take time
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says his country will work with the Pentagon and Gulf allies to share what it has learned during four years of drone warfare.
Russia providing intel to Iran about U.S. positions, sources say
Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov told reporters Russia's government is in "dialogue" with Iranian leadership representatives.
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Book excerpt: "Judge Stone" by Viola Davis & James Patterson
The Academy Award-winning actress and the bestselling writer team up for a courtroom thriller that touches on the lightning-rod issue of abortion.
Maggie Gyllenhaal talks thriller "The Bride!"
Oscar nominee Maggie Gyllenhaal speaks about reimagining "Bride of Frankenstein" to create her new gothic thriller "The Bride!" which she wrote, produced and directed. The star-studded cast includes Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale and her brother, Jake Gyllenhaal.
Extended interview: Maggie Gyllenhaal
Maggie Gyllenhaal tells "CBS Mornings" featured host Vladimir Duthiers about the inspiration behind her new film "The Bride!," a reimagining of the 1935 classic "The Bride of Frankenstein," collaborating with its stars and more.
Britney Spears arrested on suspected DUI
Britney Spears is out of police custody after she was arrested Wednesday in California on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. A representative for Spears said this "was an unfortunate incident that is completely inexcusable," adding, "Britney is going to take the right steps and comply with the law."
Savannah Guthrie visits "Today" studio, says she intends to return to show
Savannah Guthrie thanked her colleagues for "caring about my mom as much as I do" in her visit to the studio since Nancy Guthrie's disappearance.
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Study: AI overuse can lead to "brain fry"
Artificial intelligence promised to lighten the workload while increasing productivity. But as more people are using AI for work, a new study published in Harvard Business Review finds AI overuse could cause "brain fry." CBS News correspondent Lana Zak spoke with the study's lead author to unpack the findings.
Affordable ways to protect your aging parents
The most recent government data shows nearly 28% of Americans live alone. The number has risen for decades, especially for older generations. Ash-har Quraishi shows simple tools that can provide extra security and protection for your aging loved ones.
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.
Anthropic CEO apologizes for leaked memo
The CEO of Anthropic is apologizing for a leaked internal memo amid a feud with the Pentagon over its AI model. The memo criticized the Trump administration and OpenAI. It comes after the Defense Department declared Anthropic a supply chain risk or a possible security risk.
Pentagon designates Anthropic a supply chain risk
The Pentagon formally designated artificial intelligence firm Anthropic as a supply chain risk on Thursday amid their feud over AI guardrails. Yahoo Finance senior reporter Brooke DiPalma joins CBS News with more.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Austin gunman assaulted woman at Tesla facility in December, lawsuit alleges
The gunman who carried out the mass shooting last weekend in Austin, Texas, assaulted a woman three months earlier at a Tesla facility, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday in Texas.
Kouri Richins' friends take stand at trial
Becky Lloyd, a neighbor and friend of Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband in 2022, testified at her trial on Thursday about conversations they had about Richins' marriage. Lloyd said Richins' told her, "In many ways it would be better if he [Richins' husband], if he were dead" in a serious tone. Richins denies killing her husband and has pleaded not guilty to charges.
Body parts of kidnapped tourist found on Bali beach, police say
Ihor Komarov, 28, was identified from DNA samples taken from the dismembered body and compared to those of his mother, police said.
Suspect arrested in Utah triple homicide
Authorities have arrested a suspect in the killing of three women in Utah, identifying him as Ivan Miller. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports.
U.S. contractor who allegedly stole $46 million of crypto arrested, FBI says
John Daghita was arrested on the island of Saint Martin, FBI Director Kash Patel said.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Doctor adopts boy, finds homes for siblings
When a little boy showed up alone for a major procedure in Nebraska, an anesthesiologist stepped in. As Steve Hartman reports, she didn't stop there.
Man charged in killings of three women in Utah
Authorities in Utah have identified the man taken into custody on suspicion of killing three women. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Tornado leaves path of destruction in Michigan
A tornado tore through southern Michigan, leaving a path of destruction through the town of Three Rivers. Omar Villafranca has details.
Oil and jobs report drive Wall Street volatility
Oil and gas prices are going up, and stock values are coming down as the war with Iran reaches nearly one week. Meanwhile, the U.S. job market lost 92,000 jobs in February, marking an unexpected setback for the economy. Kelly O'Grady has analysis.
Russia helping Iran identify U.S. targets: Sources
Russia is providing intelligence to Iran regarding U.S. positions in the Middle East during the ongoing joint U.S. and Israeli military operations in Iran, multiple sources, including a senior U.S. official with direct knowledge, told CBS News. Matt Gutman has the latest.