How do congressional staff report misconduct?
Recent resignations from Congress are shining a light on lawmaker misconduct. Republican strategist Rina Shah, who has worked on Capitol Hill for several years, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Luna alleges Gallego engaged in misconduct
Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna of Florida said on Wednesday that the Senate has some "trash to take out" following Eric Swalwell's resignation from the House. Luna joined "The Takeout" Thursday and confirmed she's talking about Sen. Ruben Gallego. A Gallego spokesperson told CBS News on Thursday: "These are right wing conspiracy theories being parroted by a fringe far right member of Congress. Senator Gallego has not received notification or been contacted by the ethics committee."
Senate rejects effort to limit Trump's war powers
For the fourth time, the Senate on Wednesday failed to pass a Democrat-led war powers resolution aimed at curbing President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has the details.
Protesters interrupt Vought at House hearing
Protesters interrupted OMB Director Russ Vought's opening statement at a House Budget Committee hearing on Wednesday. Vought appeared before the House panel to discuss President Trump's budget request for fiscal year 2027.
These races could determine control of the Senate
The unpopular war with Iran and stubborn affordability issues have given Democrats cause to be more hopeful about their chances of flipping key seats — and maybe even winning control of the Senate.
Democratic candidate's events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan
Abdul El-Sayed's decision to campaign with Hasan Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on the Israel-Hamas war.
TSA's "shoes-on" policy faces pushback
Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois on Friday demanded that TSA immediately rescind its "shoes-on" policy, calling it a "reckless act." Nicole Sganga has more details.
Recapping the week in politics
Jeff Mason, Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, and Tia Mitchell, Washington bureau chief of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, join "The Takeout" to unpack some of the week's biggest political moments.
DHS funding bill passes House, but shutdown drags on as Senate approves its own plan
The House passed a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate, which approved its own funding plan, is on recess.
Johnson on DHS funding issues, stalled bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson slammed Democrats and blamed them for the lapse in funding for the Department of Homeland Security. This comes as the Senate approved most funding for DHS, and as the House now has to weigh how to act on the matter. CBS News' Taurean Small reports.
Collis Temple pushes for reforms to college sports
A Senate committee held a hearing Thursday to discuss possible reforms to college athletics, to protect players both during their athletic careers and after. Collis Temple, who participated in the hearing and made history as the first Black player for LSU varsity basketball in the early 1970s, joined "The Takeout" on Wednesday to discuss the changes he'd like to see.
New poll shows large Platner lead in Maine primary
A new Emerson College poll finds that progressive candidate Graham Plater holds a significant lead over Gov. Janet Mills in Maine's closely-watched Democratic Senate primary. Daniella Diaz, congressional reporter for NOTUS, and Matt Brown, congressional reporter for The Associated Press, join to discuss.
GOP makes "last and final" DHS funding offer
Republican Senate Majority Leader John Thune told reporters on Thursday that he was hopeful about ending the partial government shutdown after the GOP made "their last and final offer" to Democrats. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle and Taurean Small have the latest on TSA wait times and lawmaker negotiations.
Sen. Jacky Rosen on state of DHS funding talks
Lawmakers remain divided on Day 40 of the Department of Homeland Security shutdown. Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen of Nevada joins "The Takeout" to discuss where talks stand.
Lawmakers remain divided on Day 40 of DHS shutdown
Wednesday was another day of misery for thousands trying to fly, with more TSA workers calling out amid the partial government shutdown. Congressional leaders are still seeking a deal on funding for the Department of Homeland Security. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Taurean Small have the latest.
Senate Democrats push for ICE reforms
Senators remain deadlocked over Department of Homeland Security funding as Democrats continue to push for ICE reforms. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
We asked every lawmaker in Congress what they're doing to end the DHS shutdown
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach. CBS News contacted every House and Senate office to ask what they're doing to end the shutdown.
Long TSA lines continue as Senate works on deal
Airports in some of the largest U.S. cities are reaching a breaking point as Congress shows signs of progress toward a deal to end the partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Taurean Small report.
Senate confirms Mullin as DHS secretary
The Senate on Monday confirmed Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to lead the Department of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem.
Cory Booker: "We, the people, are the heroes this country needs"
The New Jersey Senator has been a face of the Democratic Party's resistance to the Trump administration. He expresses his hopes for our nation in a new book, "Stand," in which he encourages Americans to stand together, reminding us of our shared virtues.
Airport delays worsen as shutdown drags on
The Senate failed to advance a Department of Homeland Security funding bill on Friday, meaning TSA officers will continue to go unpaid as the partial government shutdown continues. Airport delays have worsened as more officers call in sick.
SAVE America Act faces uphill battle in Senate
President Trump is pressuring Senate Republicans to pass his voter ID bill, dubbed the "SAVE America Act." Oriana Gonzalez, reporter for NOTUS, and Julia Manchester, national political reporter for The Hill, join "The Takeout" with more on the issues facing lawmakers.
Senate votes down effort to restrict Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate defeated a war powers resolution on Wednesday that aimed to block President Trump from ramping up the war with Iran, as the operation approaches a fourth week.
Gabbard, Ratcliffe field questions on Iran threat
Testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and other top officials presented the intelligence community's annual report on threats facing the U.S. around the world. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Stratton on primary victory
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton has secured the Democratic nomination for Senate in her state, looking to fill the seat of longtime Sen. Dick Durbin. Stratton joins "The Takeout" to discuss her victory, the war with Iran and more.
2 killed, at least 5 injured in Minneapolis shooting, suspect also dead
Two people are dead and at least five others were injured, including three officers, after a shooting Wednesday in downtown Minneapolis, police said. The suspected shooter is also dead.
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Trump says U.S. prepared to hit Iran "anytime we want" after "very heavy attack"
The U.S. military was looking into Iran's allegations that people at a wedding party were killed in the American strikes, a spokesman said.
House rejects GOP effort to ban Supreme Court expansion in Constitution
A GOP-proposed constitutional amendment to limit the Supreme Court to nine justices failed in the House, coming up well short of the two-thirds majority needed.
Judge blocks Trump's latest effort to narrow birthright citizenship
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
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Dark money in Texas Senate race spurs Talarico complaint to FEC against Paxton
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
Plane carrying Mullin makes emergency landing after engine failure
"The United States Coast Guard pilots made the single engine landing feel routine. No panic, just straight professionalism," Mullin said on X.
Lindsay Clancy jury still deadlocked, ends day without verdict
The jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, which signaled Wednesday for a second straight day it is deadlocked, left without a verdict and will resume deliberations on Thursday.
Pentagon rolls out guidelines to test service members for testosterone
The Pentagon will begin requiring male service members ages 30 and older to get screened for testosterone deficiency, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the change over the summer.
$1 gold Trump coins are on sale, but they'll cost you more than $1 apiece
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
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Uber to shed 10% of workers as it moves to cut costs and streamline
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber is removing organizational layers and taking other steps to boost its efficiency.
2 killed, at least 5 others injured in downtown Minneapolis shooting
Two people are dead and at least five others are injured, including three officers, after a shooting near 15 East Grant Street Wednesday afternoon in downtown Minneapolis, according to police. The suspected shooter is also dead.
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Dark money in Texas Senate race spurs Talarico complaint to FEC against Paxton
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
People turning to BNPL loans to pay for rent, food and other necessities
More consumers are taking out "buy now, pay later" loans to make ends meet, a sign of the U.S. affordability crisis, according to consumer advocates.
House rejects GOP effort to ban Supreme Court expansion in Constitution
A GOP-proposed constitutional amendment to limit the Supreme Court to nine justices failed in the House, coming up well short of the two-thirds majority needed.
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Uber to shed 10% of workers as it moves to cut costs and streamline
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber is removing organizational layers and taking other steps to boost its efficiency.
People turning to BNPL loans to pay for rent, food and other necessities
More consumers are taking out "buy now, pay later" loans to make ends meet, a sign of the U.S. affordability crisis, according to consumer advocates.
Meta says AI glasses fix stops users from secretly recording others
Meta upgrades its AI glasses' privacy features to block device users from filming people without their consent.
"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
$1 gold Trump coins are on sale, but they'll cost you more than $1 apiece
The U.S. Mint said the President Donald J. Trump $1 coin can be bought in packages of 25 for $61 or 100 coins for $154.50.
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Judge blocks Trump's latest effort to narrow birthright citizenship
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
Pentagon rolls out guidelines to test service members for testosterone
The Pentagon will begin requiring male service members ages 30 and older to get screened for testosterone deficiency, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the change over the summer.
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Dark money in Texas Senate race spurs Talarico complaint to FEC against Paxton
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
House rejects GOP effort to ban Supreme Court expansion in Constitution
A GOP-proposed constitutional amendment to limit the Supreme Court to nine justices failed in the House, coming up well short of the two-thirds majority needed.
Family blames suicide of 20-year-old Haitian immigrant on ICE crackdown
A 20-year-old Haitian native died by suicide in Ohio this week, his family says, a death his father said was driven in part by feelings of despair and humiliation after ICE fitted him with an ankle monitor.
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Clancy trial highlights need to rethink postpartum care: "The duty is on the system"
Lindsay Clancy's case is resonating with moms across the U.S. — bringing into focus the spectrum of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and the lack of resources for many women.
What's true and false about infertility? We asked a fertility specialist.
Dr. Temeka Zore, a double board-certified OB-GYN and fertility specialist, joined "Healthful" for a deep dive on all things fertility, from endometriosis to PMOS (formerly known as PCOS) to egg freezing.
The market forces quietly adding thousands to patient bills
The true cost of "vertical integration": Patients directed to a higher-priced location for procedures. Or forced to buy from their insurer's wholly owned pharmacy, which may not stock the drug prescribed or provide it at the lowest price.
Trump inks deal with 9 pharmaceutical companies to lower drug costs
The White House said the agreements will reduce costs to treat Parkinson's disease, macular degeneration, glaucoma, liver disease and other illnesses.
Man with sinus infection symptoms diagnosed with heart condition
Marc Gaudisosi thought his symptoms were caused by a sinus infection. Then an urgent care told him to go to the hospital.
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Malta businessman found not guilty in car bomb killing of journalist
Daphne Caruana Galizia's killing shocked Europe, led to protests that toppled a prime minister and exposed a culture of impunity in the European Union's smallest state.
"We are the best," Chinese EV maker says ahead of push into North America
A trade deal with Canada is about to give Chinese EV makers already grabbing major market share elsewhere a foothold just over the Detroit River.
USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after more than 9 months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier has docked in eastern Thailand after its grueling deployment in the Middle East.
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Trump says U.S. prepared to hit Iran "anytime we want" after "very heavy attack"
The U.S. military was looking into Iran's allegations that people at a wedding party were killed in the American strikes, a spokesman said.
Spain's leader says Russia and Israel fueled immigration "disinformation"
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says "networks linked both to Russia and to Israel" helped spread rumors about immigration "to attack Europe and divide it."
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Adria Arjona talks career, "Onslaught" role
Adria Arjona sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new movie, "Onslaught," and working with Michael B. Jordan on "The Thomas Crown Affair."
Artists sue AI-generated music company
Jason Isbell, Guy Forsyth and other musicians filed a class action lawsuit against Suno, claiming the AI platform used their music to train its model without permission. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Danielle Brooks on "If I Go Will They Miss Me"
Danielle Brooks sits down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new movie, "If I Go Will They Miss Me," and how being a mother and wife helped her in portraying the role.
Lionel Richie hospitalized after weekend show
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
John Galliano's Met Gala exhibit canceled
John Galliano's exhibit for the 2027 Met Gala has been canceled after weeks of backlash over his past antisemitic and racist comments. CBS News fashion contributor Lauren Sherman reports.
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NYC bans AI use in some schools
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a 1-year moratorium on the use of AI in elementary and middle school classrooms on Wednesday. Danielle Giunta, first deputy chancellor of NYC public schools, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
OpenAI sued again over Canada school shooting
More lawsuits have been filed against OpenAI in connection with February's deadly mass school shooting in Canada that took the lives of five students and a teacher. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the case.
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.
Uber to shed 10% of workers as it moves to cut costs and streamline
CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber is removing organizational layers and taking other steps to boost its efficiency.
OpenAI confirms "critical" risks of Astra model
OpenAI confirmed that its unreleased Astra model has reached a critical cyber capability threshold, which could pose cybersecurity risks. Tim Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Gunman killed in Minneapolis mass shooting
Minneapolis police say they are responding to a deadly shooting that killed two people and injured multiple others, including police officers, law enforcement sources say. The shooter is also dead. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
Malta businessman found not guilty in car bomb killing of journalist
Daphne Caruana Galizia's killing shocked Europe, led to protests that toppled a prime minister and exposed a culture of impunity in the European Union's smallest state.
1 killed, 6 injured in Minneapolis shooting
At least one person is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, the Hennepin County Medical Center says. CBS News Minnesota's Conor Wight reports. Then, CBS News' Jonah Kaplan joins with more.
Alleged Penn State ringleader granted bail
24-year-old Agostino Abbatiello, the alleged ringleader of the cocaine trafficking operation at Penn State, was led into court on Wednesday. A judge granted bail of $250,000 to the former member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Lana Zak reports from the courthouse in Pennsylvania.
Lindsay Clancy jury deadlocked again
As of Wednesday, there was still no verdict in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy. The jurors went home after a fifth day of deliberations, telling the judge for a second time that they could not decide whether Clancy is criminally responsible for killing her three young children. The judge told them to keep trying. Shanelle Kaul reports and Caroline Polisi has more.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Gunman killed in Minneapolis mass shooting
Minneapolis police say they are responding to a deadly shooting that killed two people and injured multiple others, including police officers, law enforcement sources say. The shooter is also dead. CBS News correspondent Jonah Kaplan reports.
1 killed, 6 injured in Minneapolis shooting
At least one person is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, the Hennepin County Medical Center says. CBS News Minnesota's Conor Wight reports. Then, CBS News' Jonah Kaplan joins with more.
Navy vet reclaims his historic hiking title
A retired Navy veteran set a record as the oldest person to ever finish hiking along the 2,200-mile-long Appalachian Trail in 2017. After a friend took his title in 2021, Dale Sanders reclaimed it this week. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats draw criticism
Brian Finucane, senior adviser for the U.S. program at the International Crisis Group, joins "The Daily Report" to analyze the Trump administration's deadly campaign against alleged drug-smuggling boats.
Police find bobcat in woman's home
When a 93-year-old woman near Seattle heard strange noises in her house last month, she called the cops to report a prowler. Police found an unexpected intruder - a bobcat. Carter Evans has the story.