Justice Department declines to represent GOP congressman in January 6 suit
The Justice Department said it inciting an attack on the Capitol, as alleged in the lawsuit against Brooks, falls outside the scope of a lawmakers' employment.
Watch CBS News
The Justice Department said it inciting an attack on the Capitol, as alleged in the lawsuit against Brooks, falls outside the scope of a lawmakers' employment.
Tom Barrack, who once ran former President Trump's inaugural committee, is out of jail on $250 million bond after he was accused of illegally lobbying on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.
The Department of Justice launches a nationwide crackdown on gun violence, sending prosecutors and federal agents to Washington and several other major cities. Jeff Pegues reports from Chicago.
The Justice Department is cracking down on the wave of illegal guns plaguing American cities. But federal efforts to reduce gun crime have rarely had much impact. Jeff Pegues takes a look.
The effort from the Justice Department is the latest in a series of steps taken by the Biden administration to confront a surge in violent crime.
The policies are meant to be safeguards to protect the department from "partisan or other inappropriate influences, whether real or perceived."
Tom Barrack, a wealthy investor who served as chairman of the 2016 Trump inauguration, has been arrested on charges of allegedly acting as a foreign agent. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN AM to explain the allegations.
Tom Barrack, a private equity investor and longtime associate of former President Trump, is facing multiple federal charges for illegally lobbying on behalf of the United Arab Emirates. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the indictment.
Thomas Barrack, a longtime Trump ally who ran the former president's inaugural committee, has been charged with violating a federal lobbying law after allegedly failing to disclose his work on behalf of the United Arab Emirates, the Justice Department said. Nancy Cordes reports.
A scathing report released Wednesday by the Justice Department blames the FBI for failing to investigate and stop Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics team doctor who sexually assaulted at least 250 women and girls. Former Team USA gymnast and three-time national champion Jessica Howard joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss her thoughts on the report after first sharing her story of abuse by Nassar with CBS's 60 Minutes more than four years ago.
A scathing and long-awaited Justice Department watchdog report blames the FBI for "fundamental errors" in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. Jeff Pegues has the latest.
A new report from the Justice Department’s Inspector General finds that the FBI mishandled the sexual abuse investigation into former U.S.A. gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar. CBS News chief Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins “CBSN AM” to discuss the findings.
President Biden signed an executive order on Friday promoting economic competition, which will give his administration the power to crack down on some businesses who use monopolizing practices. Jeff Stein, an economics reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
According to the complaint, a passenger said he whispered that he needed to get off the plane and was going to jump out. "I'm serious," he said.
Georgia's governor and secretary of state say they will fight a lawsuit over a new election law the Justice Department alleges disproportionately affects Black voters. Tia Mitchell, a Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution newspaper, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN to discuss the lawsuit and how it could affect other states.
Shortly after President Biden announced Democrats and Republicans reached a compromise on a bipartisan infrastructure package, the deal is in doubt. Republicans are upset over Democrats' plans to push through a separate bill addressing issues like child care and climate change. Politico associate editor and White House correspondent Anita Kumar joined CBSN with the latest on where negotiations stand.
The Biden administration is suing the state of Georgia over its new voting law. The Justice Department argues the restrictions were designed to limit Black residents' ability to vote.
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the Justice Department is suing Georgia over its new voting law for allegedly "denying or abridging the right of Black Georgians to vote on account of their race." He also had a warning for other states considering similar laws: "Where we believe the civil rights of Americans have been violated, we will not hesitate to act." Watch his remarks.
On Wednesday, President Biden unveiled the administration's new strategy for combatting gun violence. The plan includes stiffer penalties for gun dealers who break federal laws and additional funding for state and local law enforcement agencies. CBSN anchor Lana Zak speaks with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes about the plan and why Republicans are criticizing it.
Republicans dealt a major blow to one of President Biden's top domestic priorities by blocking a sweeping voting rights bill from advancing in the Senate. Every Democratic senator voted for the bill, but it wasn't enough to overcome a Republican filibuster. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with the latest developments.
U.S. authorities seized a range of Iran's state-linked news website domains they accused of spreading "disinformation," the Justice Department announced Tuesday, in a move that appeared to be a far-reaching crackdown on Iranian media amid heightened tensions between the two countries.
An estimated 48 million Americans will travel for the July 4 holiday, but renewed travel has caught airlines off-guard, with staffing shortages and cancellations. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN AM live from Ronald Reagan Airport to discuss.
The Department of Justice on Monday released new footage from the deadly January 6 assault of the U.S. Capitol. The three new videos are being used as evidence against alleged Proud Boys member Charles Donohoe. He and several other members face charges related to coordinating with others before and after the attack. CBS News reporter Cassidy McDonald joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Newly released emails show President Trump and his top aide pressuring officials at the Department of Justice to overturn the election. Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
The House Oversight Committee released a series of emails Tuesday that show how former President Trump and his allies pushed to have the Justice Department investigate false claims of election fraud. CBS News reporter Melissa Quinn joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano with details of what those emails said and how DOJ officials responded.
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, Trump says his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
Two pilots were killed and dozens of people injured at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night when an arriving Air Canada Express plane and fire and rescue vehicle collided, authorities said.
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to dissolve her order preventing ICE from deporting Kilmar Abrego Garcia to Liberia.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
Pet ownership costs over the past year have increased by up to 10%, according to Rover.
The reclusive billionaire bought a majority stake in OnlyFans in 2018, growing the site into a major adult content platform.
Crude oil prices also dropped after President Trump said the administration had held "good and productive" peace talks with Iran.
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
CBS News announced Friday that CBS News Radio will be shutting down this spring after nearly 100 years of broadcasting, citing "challenging economic realities."
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
A statue of Christopher Columbus been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House.
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
The Trump administration began deploying U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to some of the busiest airports in the country Monday morning.
The Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Mississippi law that allows ballots that are postmarked by but received up to five days after Election Day to be counted.
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Transit Officer Paul DeGeorge thought his son was lying on him. Then he realized something much scarier was happening.
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Trump says aid for Ukraine depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, but as the Iran war takes that mantle, Kyiv eyes opportunities to build long-term defense partnerships.
Cocaine with an estimated value of $12 million has been seized off the north coast of Puerto Rico, authorities said.
Iranian state media said there was no "direct or indirect communication" with President Trump.
As Iran threatens to mine the entire Persian Gulf, Trump says his deadline for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen is postponed amid negotiations with Tehran.
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
"The Pitt" star Patrick Ball tells "CBS Mornings" he had been auditioning since 2013 and didn't think his acting dreams were "ever going to happen" when he was cast in the medical drama. He also opens up about how the series is personal for him.
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner, acclaimed chef and podcaster Ruthie Rogers, whose new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," celebrates conversations and comfort food.
The cost of care for your pet is rising with one study finding that one in five pet owners carry at least $2,000 in pet-related debt. But there are ways to cut down on pet expenses. Ash-har Quraishi explains.
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss - and, as Martha Stewart discovers, it's fun!
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.
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss. It also provides opportunities for fun: David Pogue joins iNaturalist fan Martha Stewart in a "bioblitz" – a timed competition with other users to spot and ID species.
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
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 Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
Police in London are investigating a suspected antisemitic hate crime after vehicles belonging to a Jewish ambulance service were set on fire early Monday morning.
Police found that five Barbie packages containing fentanyl were sold. They have all been recovered.
When Gary Herbst, described by his Minnesota neighbors as confrontational, disappeared on July 8, 2013, it appeared he walked out on his wife and teenage son. Years later, a startling discovery would confirm what neighbors thought they might have witnessed.
Kendra Duggar was charged with multiple misdemeanors a day after husband Joseph Duggar's arrest.
Five people who were charged in connection to the Feeding Our Future scheme pleaded guilty to wire fraud this week.
NASA's Artemis II rocket is back on the launch pad after repairs inside the massive Vehicle Assembly Building at the Kennedy Space Center. Early next month, NASA will try, for a second time, to send a crew of four on a flyby of the moon. Mark Strassmann has more.
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Retired NASA astronaut and Air Force Col. Eileen Collins joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss her groundbreaking journey to become the first woman to pilot the Space Shuttle and the first to command a Space Shuttle mission.
After a trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
President Trump said on social media Monday that while he supports ICE agents wearing masks, he would "greatly appreciate" if those the White House deploys to U.S. airports go maskless. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest.
The White House deployed ICE agents to U.S. airports as the partial government shutdown drags on, raising concerns about potential immigration enforcement. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
President Trump said Monday that he was extending his self-imposed deadline on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after threatening to bomb its power plants. CBS News' Eleanor Watson has more as Mr. Trump dodges questions about deploying more troops to the region.
President Trump said Monday on social media that he's told the Defense Department to suspend military strikes against Iranian power plants after "good and productive talks," virtually extending his imposed deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian foreign ministry says it's unaware of any talks. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more.
CBS News contributor H.R. McMaster breaks down the current state of affairs around the Strait of Hormuz after President Trump walked back threats to bomb Iran's power plants.