Budget battle
The White House's budget proposal slashes spending for the State Department and the Environmental Protection Agency. Republican strategist Dan Senor explains how difficult it will be for this plan to get passed on Capitol Hill.
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Tillerson's Mexico trip
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly are heading to Mexico to try to smooth tensions over the Trump administration's immigration policies. CBS News foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has the story of why different parts of the administration are at odds.
State Dept. layoffs
Two weeks after Secretary of State Rex Tillerson took office, his aides have laid off longtime State Department staff members, including some with deep experience and regional expertise. CBS News' Margaret Brennan has the latest from the White House.
Russia starts withdrawal from Ukrainian border
Russian troops have started leaving Ukraine's border. amid growing fears of another major conflict in the region. However, Moscow says it's leaving some heavy weapons behind for more massive military drills later this year. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN to break down the latest developments and the United States' response.
FBI documents on Clinton
Donald Trump is using FBI documents to launch a new attack on Hillary Clinton. The bureau released interview notes and summaries from its investigation of Clinton's private email servers. They show a top State Department official asked the FBI to declassify a single message. That item was left unchanged. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump's new attacks on Clinton
Donald Trump accused President Obama of being "the founder of ISIS" Wednesday night. The Republican presidential nominee also slammed Hillary Clinton for the newest batch of her State Department emails and highlighted a controversial face in the crowd at a recent Clinton rally. But a Trump supporter then took the focus away from the Republican candidate. Major Garrett reports.
In an interview with Charlie Rose, Vice President Joe Biden addresses criticism of the Obama administration's use of force
In an interview with Charlie Rose, Vice President Joe Biden addresses criticism of the Obama administration's use of force -- or lack thereof -- in hot spots like Libya, and the 51 State Department diplomats who slammed the president's policy in Syria.
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the State Department's Inspector General report on Hillary Clinton private email server
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the State Department's Inspector General report on Hillary Clinton private email server
CBS News' Nancy Cordes discusses how the Clinton campaign will react to the results of the State Department's audit over her email server
CBS News' Nancy Cordes discusses how the Clinton campaign will react to the results of the State Department's audit over her email server.
Real Clear Politics' Rebecca Berg speaks with CBSN's Josh Elliott about the findings of a State Department audit of the Clinton email server and other security failings
Real Clear Politics' Rebecca Berg speaks with CBSN's Josh Elliott about the findings of a State Department audit of the Clinton email server and other security failings.
Hillary Clinton is doing some damage control in Iowa today after the State Department confirmed that the emails on her private server contained "top secret" material
Hillary Clinton is doing some damage control in Iowa today after the State Department confirmed that the emails on her private server contained "top secret" material. Nancy Cordes has more.
Just two days before the Iowa caucuses, Hillary Clinton's campaign is in damage control mode over new information about her private email server when she was secretary of state
Just two days before the Iowa caucuses, Hillary Clinton's campaign is in damage control mode over new information about her private email server when she was secretary of state. The State Department released a new batch of the emails, censoring 22 of them that contain top-secret information. They were not labeled classified when they were sent. Julianna Goldman reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the January 29, 2016 edition
The State Department said some of the emails on Hillary Clinton's unsecured private server did contain top secret information; When you think of Groundhog Day, most Americans don't think of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin.
The Donald Trump-free Republican debate drew 12.5 million viewers, the second-lowest viewership for a GOP debate this campaign season
The Donald Trump-free Republican debate drew 12.5 million viewers, the second-lowest viewership for a GOP debate this campaign season. Trump’s simultaneous event to raise money for veterans charities had 3.8 million viewers. Major Garrett reports.
The State Department said some of the emails on Hillary Clinton's unsecured private server did contain top secret information
The State Department said some of the emails on Hillary Clinton's unsecured private server did contain top secret information. Clinton has long insisted none of the information in her private emails was classified. Nancy Cordes reports.
Twenty-two of Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's emails have been deemed "top secret" by officials and won't be released to the public
Twenty-two of Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton's emails have been deemed "top secret" by officials and won't be released to the public. CBS News foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBSN to discuss the latest details and how this development can affect Clinton's campaign.
The U.S. State Department is raising eyebrows for listing "bringing peace and security to Syria" as one of its 2015 accomplishments
The U.S. State Department is raising eyebrows for listing "bringing peace and security to Syria" as one of its 2015 accomplishments. CBSN's Contessa Brewer explains.
Hillary Clinton grilled for over 11 hours at Benghazi hearing, Ben Carson leads Donald Trump in Iowa, and more stories you're clicking on
Hillary Clinton grilled for over 11 hours at Benghazi hearing, Ben Carson leads Donald Trump in Iowa, and more stories you're clicking on.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from the October 22, 2015 edition
It started out cordial, but quickly turned tense as Hillary Clinton testified before the House Select Committee on Benghazi; Harry Ettlinger was honored as one of the art experts turned military officers who rescued treasures looted by the Nazis.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," provides analysis of Hillary Clinton’s testimony before the House Select Committee on the attack on the U.S. State Department’s compound in Benghazi, Libya
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," provides analysis of Hillary Clinton’s testimony before the House Select Committee on the attack on the U.S. State Department’s compound in Benghazi, Libya.
It started out cordial, but quickly turned tense as Hillary Clinton testified before the House Select Committee on Benghazi
It started out cordial, but quickly turned tense as Hillary Clinton testified before the House Select Committee on Benghazi. Nancy Cordes is in Washington with details from Capitol Hill.
The full episode of the CBS Evening news from September 29, 2015 edition
Georgia is set to execute a woman Tuesday night for the first time in 70 years, ignoring a call from Pope Francis to spare the convicted murderer's life; Dean Reynolds profiles a Minnesota nun who is also a high school football coach
Anne-Marie Slaughter is out with a new book about making the difficult choice to leave her job at the State Department for more flexibility for her family
Anne-Marie Slaughter's 2012 Atlantic article, "Why Women Still Can’t Have it All,” ignited a national conversation about work, life and family. Now, Slaughter's out with a new book, "Unfinished Business," where she writes about making the difficult choice to leave her job working under Hillary Clinton at the State Department for more flexibility for her family. Slaughter, president and CEO of New America, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the movement for women's equality in the workforce.
Hillary Clinton's former chief of staff at the State Department is answering question on Benghazi on Capitol Hill
Hillary Clinton's former chief of staff at the State Department is answering question on Benghazi on Capitol Hill. CBS Radio News' Steven Portnoy has more details for CBSN.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from August, 19 2015 edition
The panel door fell off a U.S. Airways flight as it was approaching Charlotte, North Carolina Wednesday morning; and there are more than 130 teams that play vintage baseball across the U.S.
Marjorie Taylor Greene says Trump policies are not America First
The relationship between Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, one of President Trump's most loyal backers, soured over the Epstein files and disagreements over MAGA policies.
Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
Himes says Pete Hegseth has "zero credibility" on boat strikes
Rep. Jim Himes, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, said that it's "really important" that video of the strikes "be made public."
Omar: Any link between alleged Somali fraud and terrorism would be a "failure of the FBI"
Rep. Ilhan Omar told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that if allegations of a connection between tax dollars and terrorism are true, "that is a failure of the FBI and our court system."
"Family of Spies": Christine Kuehn discovers her grandfather's Nazi past
In 1994 Christine Kuehn received a letter that revealed a family history from which her father had tried to shield her: Christine's grandfather, Otto, was a Nazi spy who was the only person tried and convicted for the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Supreme Court to hear major test of presidential power in case over FTC firing
President Trump's efforts to reshape the executive branch and flex his presidential power are set to be tested at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Jurors in sandwich thrower case talk about their deliberations
Sean Dunn, who threw a "submarine-style sandwich" at a CBP officer in downtown D.C. in July was found not guilty of misdemeanor assault in November.
Stabbing on North Carolina train draws Trump's attention; suspect arrested
A suspect accused of stabbing a man on a Charlotte Area Transit System commuter train on Friday is undocumented and was previously deported, according to authorities.
Trump slams Rep. Cuellar for running again as a Democrat after pardon
President Trump took aim at Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democratic congressman from Texas whom he recently pardoned, in a Truth Social post.
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Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Stabbing on North Carolina train draws Trump's attention; suspect arrested
A suspect accused of stabbing a man on a Charlotte Area Transit System commuter train on Friday is undocumented and was previously deported, according to authorities.
Fine against Southwest for 2022 winter storm cancellations waived by DOT
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
Omar: Any link between alleged Somali fraud and terrorism would be a "failure of the FBI"
Rep. Ilhan Omar told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that if allegations of a connection between tax dollars and terrorism are true, "that is a failure of the FBI and our court system."
Trump slams Rep. Cuellar for running again as a Democrat after pardon
President Trump took aim at Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democratic congressman from Texas whom he recently pardoned, in a Truth Social post.
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Fine against Southwest for 2022 winter storm cancellations waived by DOT
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
210,000 power banks sold on Amazon recalled over fire and burn risks
The recall involves INIU 100,000mAh portable power banks, model BI-B41that were sold on Amazon between August 2021 and April 2022, the recall notice says.
2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue)! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
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Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Jurors in sandwich thrower case talk about their deliberations
Sean Dunn, who threw a "submarine-style sandwich" at a CBP officer in downtown D.C. in July was found not guilty of misdemeanor assault in November.
Fine against Southwest for 2022 winter storm cancellations waived by DOT
Under a 2023 settlement reached by the Biden administration, Southwest agreed to a $140 million civil penalty after the company canceled thousands of flights during a winter storm in 2022.
Omar: Any link between alleged Somali fraud and terrorism would be a "failure of the FBI"
Rep. Ilhan Omar told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that if allegations of a connection between tax dollars and terrorism are true, "that is a failure of the FBI and our court system."
Trump slams Rep. Cuellar for running again as a Democrat after pardon
President Trump took aim at Rep. Henry Cuellar, a Democratic congressman from Texas whom he recently pardoned, in a Truth Social post.
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Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
The Trump administration's elevation of Dr. Tracy Beth Høeg to lead a high-profile office within the Food and Drug Administration is raising alarm among multiple senior FDA officials.
California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
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Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as ceasefire falters
Thailand launched airstrikes along the disputed border with Cambodia on Monday as both sides accused the other of attacking first.
Transcript: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 7, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 7, 2025.
Indonesian zoo releases photos of the first panda cub born in the country
A zoo on Java island has released photos of Indonesia's first locally born giant panda cub.
Transcript: Rep. Ilhan Omar on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 7, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Ilhan Omar, Democrat of Minnesota, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 7, 2025.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 7, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who now serves on the boards of Pfizer and United Healthcare, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 7, 2025.
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Trump hosts Kennedy Center Honors, a first for a president
President Trump hosted the Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday after presenting medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony Saturday.
Book excerpt: "The Colonel and the King" by Peter Guralnick
Elvis Presley biographer Peter Guralnick's latest book traces the relationship between the King and Colonel Tom Parker, a manager whose marketing savvy helped launch a rock 'n' roll revolution.
Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford: "I know that we don't have forever anymore"
The bestselling author had said she would no longer write novels set in the make-believe mountain village of Mitford. After the death of her daughter, she wrote through her grief – which led to her 15th Mitford book, "My Beloved."
Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford
Novelist Jan Karon has written 25 bestsellers, including 15 about a make-believe mountain village, Mitford – stories in which the humanity of her characters is evoked in what she calls "a place of refuge." Karon talks with Faith Salie about discovering her voice as a writer at a very young age; the comforting qualities of her stories; and how the death of her daughter, Candace, led to her latest Mitford book, "My Beloved."
Extended interview: Ethan Hawke
In this web exclusive, actor Ethan Hawke talks with Tracy Smith about his first experiences with Broadway. He also discusses his films "Explorers," "Dead Poets Society," "Reality Bites," "Training Day," and his latest, "Blue Moon," Leonardo DiCaprio's success, and his obsession with Jack Nicholson's performance in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."
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2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus, a.k.a. David Pogue! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
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.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. Jo Ling Kent talks with Tilly's creator, Eline Van der Velden, about her goal of producing "the Scarlett Johansson of the AI genre." Kent also talks with Kevin Reilly, CEO of Kartel ai, a Beverly Hills tech startup; and with SAG-AFTRA president Sean Astin, about the impact of AI on Hollywood and the actors' union.
Waymo says its cars are better at avoiding crashes
Waymo has released new data showing its robotaxis were involved in 91% fewer serious crashes when compared to human drivers. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook rode along in a Waymo with Politico economic policy reporter Yasmin Khorram to unpack the report.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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Stabbing on North Carolina train draws Trump's attention; suspect arrested
A suspect accused of stabbing a man on a Charlotte Area Transit System commuter train on Friday is undocumented and was previously deported, according to authorities.
Teen's sister looks to TikTok to help solve 25-year-old murder mystery
With her posts and pleas on TikTok, Molly Bish's sister hopes she will generate new tips that will finally solve her sister's Massachusetts murder case and put an end to a painful decades-old mystery.
How did teen Danni Houchins die? Her family's search for the truth
For years, the death of 15-year-old Danielle "Danni" Houchins had been shrouded in mystery. Montana investigators initially said it could have been a tragic accident, but her family always suspected something more sinister.
20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.
Latest details on 2021 pipe bomb suspect
The man suspected of placing pipe bombs around Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 2021, had his first court appearance on Friday after he was arrested Thursday following a five-year manhunt. A judge ordered the suspect to remain in jail pending future hearings.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Robert Redford 1936-2025
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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WWII vet may be last to see Japan's surrender
John Lauritsen reports on Del Thielke, thought to be the last person alive who was present on the USS Missouri when Japan signed its Instrument of Surrender, ending World War II.
Wild horse prison program ending in Colorado
The end is near for a decades-long program that allowed incarcerated men in Colorado the chance to care for mustangs rounded up by the Bureau of Land Management. Kati Weis has more.
Debt levels growing amid holiday shopping
Economists say holiday spending is growing over last year, but at a slower pace. Americans are facing higher prices without seeing more in their paychecks and that's leading to tough decisions at the register. Lisa Rozner has more.
Bethlehem lights up 65-foot Christmas tree
The fragile ceasefire in Gaza has meant a return to some normalcy in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Imtiaz Tyab reports from the city of Bethlehem.
Russia praises Trump's national security plan
Russia is welcoming President Trump's new U.S. national security strategy, calling it largely consistent with Moscow's "vision." Leigh Kiniry reports.