Trump's former national security adviser on the U.S.-Ukraine relationship
Russian attacks on Ukraine continue after President Trump's attempt to mediate the war erupted during an Oval Office fight with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Rep. Don Bacon, Sen. Angus King and H.R. McMaster, who served as Mr. Trump's national security adviser during his first administration, weigh in on the U.S.-Ukraine relationship.
Kelly: Trump-Zelenskyy meeting a "dumpster fire of diplomacy"
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the heated Oval Office meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was a "dumpster fire of diplomacy" after Zelenskyy was "cornered" and "bullied."
Treasury Secretary: Zelenskyy "chose to blow" up Ukraine economic deal
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the economic deal with Ukraine is off the table after the heated Oval Office meeting — which Bessent attended — between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
What's next after public Trump-Zelenskyy dispute
Trump administration officials are blaming Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for possibly imperiling a peace deal with Russia that President Trump was trying to broker. That may be in doubt after the public Oval Office dispute. Erica Brown has the latest. Then, Charles Kupchan, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins for analysis.
Zelenskyy and Trump clash in contentious meeting
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy appeared before cameras in the Oval Office before what was supposed to be a luncheon and the signing of a historic deal to give the United States access to Ukraine's wealth of minerals. As Ed O'Keefe reports, it quickly turned into a loud argument involving the two presidents and Vice President JD Vance.
Can the Ukraine mineral deal be salvaged?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was expected to sign an agreement Friday granting the U.S. access to his nation's rare earth minerals in exchange for support in the war with Russia. Instead, he left the White House without a deal after the meeting became an argument. Gracelin Baskaran, director of the critical minerals security program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins "America Decides" with analysis.
State of Ukraine talks after Oval Office spat
U.S.-Ukraine relations went off the rails Friday after President Trump and Vice President JD Vance clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in front of cameras at the Oval Office. Ed O'Keefe, CBS News senior White House and political correspondent, and Ravi Agrawal, editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy magazine, have more.
Trump says Zelenskyy "overplayed his hand"
President Trump spoke to reporters while leaving the White House on Friday after a contentious meeting in the Oval Office with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Mr. Trump said Zelenskyy "overplayed his hand" and is dealing with a "very weak set of cards." CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and political strategists Chuck Rocha and Danielle Alvarez join to discuss.
Russian official on Trump-Zelenskyy chat
Russian official Dmitry Medvedev applauded President Trump's bombastic reaction as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy clashed with Vice President JD Vance. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata and Sam Vinograd break down the United States' role in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Former U.S. ambassador to Poland on Ukraine
President Trump and U.K. Prime Minister Starmer discussed their efforts to end the war in Ukraine during Thursday's meeting at the White House. Daniel Fried, former U.S. ambassador to Poland under the Clinton administration, joins "America Decides" to assess the status of peace talks.
Trump walks back Zelenskyy "dictator" remarks
President Trump on Thursday appeared to walk back comments he made about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy being a "dictator." During an Oval Office meeting with U.K. Prime Minister Starmer, Mr. Trump said, "Did I say that? I can't believe I said that." Dasha Burns, White House bureau chief at Politico, and Fin Gómez, CBS News executive director of White House and politics coverage, join "America Decides" with analysis.
Breaking down Trump-Starmer meeting, tariffs
President Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war and establishing new trade deals. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
More on measles death reported in Texas
A child died after contracting measles in Texas, officials confirm. This comes as the outbreak grows in the state. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
U.S., Ukraine prepare minerals deal
President Trump said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will finalize a rare minerals deal during a trip to the White House on Friday. Under the agreement, the U.S. would receive mineral resources from Ukraine. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports. Max Bergmann, director of the Europe, Russia and Eurasia program at the Center for Strategic International Studies, has analysis.
Ukraine mineral deal marks U.S. policy shift
President Trump will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday to sign a new mineral deal. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins "America Decides" to examine what the agreement means for the Eastern European nation's ongoing war with Russia.
What a Ukraine mineral deal could look like
The U.S. is requesting access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals in exchange for support in the war against Russia. Gracelin Baskaran, director of the critical minerals security program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins "America Decides" to explain why the Trump administration covets the minerals.
Could Ukraine's mineral wealth buy it U.S. protection from Russia?
The Trump administration is apparently nearing a deal with Ukraine that could grant the U.S. access to mineral resources in exchange for security guarantees.
Reporter's Notebook: Ukraine war revisionism
Three years ago, Russia invaded Ukraine. When Trump administration officials were asked about the anniversary, the picture got cloudier. John Dickerson gives his take.
What Trump, Macron said on Ukraine's future
President Trump hosted French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House on Monday. During a joint news conference with Macron, Mr. Trump defended his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, which marked a reversal from the Biden administration and European officials' efforts to isolate the Russian leader. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak has more.
Macron, Trump discuss paths to Ukraine peace
French President Emmanuel Macron met with President Trump at the White House on Monday, marking three years since Russia invaded Ukraine. The meeting came after European powers were excluded from peace deal talks last week. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has the latest.
Trump says he is open to meeting Putin
President Trump says he may meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the coming weeks as part of his efforts to end the war with Ukraine. Mr. Trump also said he is open to visiting Moscow in the future as he took questions during his reunion with France's Emmanuel Macron at the White House. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
Zelenskyy says he would step down in exchange for peace, NATO membership
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday he would be ready to give up the presidency if it brought peace and NATO membership.
Why Zelenskyy offered to step down
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered to leave his post if the war with Russia ends and if the U.S. ally gets NATO membership. Michael Bociurkiw, a senior fellow at the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center, joins CBS News with more.
Ukraine marks 3 years since Russian invasion amid concern about Trump's stand
A dozen leaders from Europe and Canada visited Ukraine's capital to mark the date in a show of continued support from some of Kyiv's most important backers.
Dolly Parton, country music legend, dies at 80 after brief cancer battle
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
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Iran, Oman edge toward Strait of Hormuz reopening plan, but Tehran demands U.S. lift blockade
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
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CIA Director John Ratcliffe on secret trip in Russia
A U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III transport plane was spotted at a Moscow airport, along with a U.S. diplomatic motorcade, according to public reports.
Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ballot.
DOJ warns Kennedy Center could be knocked down if renovations blocked
The Trump administration said it may need to demolish the Kennedy Center if a plan to close the building for two years as part of a controversial renovation project pushed by President Trump and the organization's board is blocked.
Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid probe into "potential misconduct"
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
Judge delays custody decision in surrogacy fight over newborn with heart defect
Dallas judge has delayed a custody decision, extending a temporary restraining order another two weeks as the legal fight over custody of a baby with a rare heart defect born to a surrogate continues.
Fire in Pakistan hospital nursery kills 14 newborns, officials say
A fire at a nursery in a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital killed 14 newborns, hospital officials and the government said.
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College student fatally shot by police after knocking on wrong door
Glenn Pysher was trying to find his friends when he accidentally knocked on the door of the wrong house. The homeowners called 911 to report an attempted break-in.
Philadelphia's Chucky-style masked man arrested in Las Vegas
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Judge delays custody decision in surrogacy fight over newborn with heart defect
Dallas judge has delayed a custody decision, extending a temporary restraining order another two weeks as the legal fight over custody of a baby with a rare heart defect born to a surrogate continues.
Bureau of Prisons No. 2 official who was pardoned for drug crimes departs
Josh Smith had a tense relationship with BOP's employees, and some staffers had raised questions about contracts awarded during his year-long tenure.
Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
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Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
Survey pinpoints the behavior on planes that people find most annoying
Here's what travelers think about shared armrests, reclined seats and fellow passengers' use of tech on planes.
Musk's SpaceX announces $100 billion plan for new spaceport in Louisiana
Elon Musk's space company plans to spend $100 billion to build a new spaceport in Louisiana to launch rockets, state officials and the company announced.
SNAP restrictions cut soda sales but raise stigma concerns, study finds
Banning people from using food stamps to buy sugary drinks helps lower consumption, proponents say. Are such restrictions a good idea?
Canada announces tariffs of up to 50% on $20 billion in U.S. goods
Canadian government officials said they are also providing aid for workers and businesses that could be hurt by U.S.-imposed tariffs.
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3 Secret Service officials put on leave amid probe into "potential misconduct"
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
Sen. Darline Graham projected to win runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate primary
Sen. Darline Graham won the GOP Senate runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman in the special primary to replace Graham's late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, on the ballot.
Everton Blair wins special election for late Rep. David Scott's seat
Everton Blair Jr. will serve out the remaining few months of the late Rep. David Scott's final term, the Associated Press projects.
Bureau of Prisons No. 2 official who was pardoned for drug crimes departs
Josh Smith had a tense relationship with BOP's employees, and some staffers had raised questions about contracts awarded during his year-long tenure.
Ontario's Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
As a U.S.-Canada trade war sparks cross-border insults, Ontario Premier Doug Ford told CBS News he's hopeful the two sides can reach an agreement — but cautioned that "no deal is better than a bad deal."
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Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
At least 1 in 4 ex-NFL players who died from 2016 to 2021 had CTE, study finds
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
Trump and Kennedy's health industry deals are at risk of vanishing
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as victories.
8-year-old girl dies from brain-eating amoeba infection in Louisiana
Lillian Smart, 8, has died after being infected by an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba that is found in warm freshwater, her family said.
Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them
Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.
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Iran, Oman edge toward Strait of Hormuz reopening plan, but Tehran demands U.S. lift blockade
The two nations, which lie on opposite sides of the vital, narrow waterway, discussed a proposal to temporarily reopen it and clear mines.
Fire in Pakistan hospital nursery kills 14 newborns, officials say
A fire at a nursery in a major government hospital in Pakistan's capital killed 14 newborns, hospital officials and the government said.
Gun-running ship located 78 years after being sunk by Israeli military
In June 1948, Israeli forces opened fire and sank the boat in waters off Tel Aviv on the orders of David Ben Gurion, Israel's first prime minister.
U.K. estate used as Wayne Manor in "Batman Begins" must be surveyed for bats
Since being built in the 1850s, Mentmore Towers has been featured in "Batman Begins" and other movies, but has fallen into disrepair.
Will the U.S. sanctions against Iran work if they don't include China?
Analysts say without meaningful sanctions against China, Iran will likely survive this latest round of financial punishment.
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Country singer Ashley McBryde on Dolly Parton
Country singer Ashley McBryde joins CBS News after Dolly Parton's death at 80 to discuss her impact on music and the Nashville country scene.
Cher speaks out after Dolly Parton's death
Grammy-award winning artist Cher spoke about Dolly Parton after the country legend's death at 80 Tuesday. Cher told CBS News about their first meeting and what she loved about Parton. She said she'll miss Parton's laugh the most.
Celebrating Dolly Parton after her death at 80
"CBS Evening News" pays tribute to the life and legacy of Dolly Parton. She died at 80 after a brief battle with cancer, her team announced on Tuesday.
Dollywood nonprofit president on Parton's death
Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80, leaves behind much more than a musical legacy. A generous philanthropist, she gave millions to a variety of causes, including education and children's literacy. Dollywood Foundation President Jeff Conyers joins CBS News to discuss the organization's Imagination Library program.
Dolly Parton in 2016 on her life, career
From May 2016, Dolly Parton speaks with Gayle King about her road to country music fame, Whitney Houston's cover of "I Will Always Love You," her marriage and more.
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Musk's data centers push out family that's owned land for generations
A plant in Southaven, Mississippi, that powers Elon Musk's SpaceXAI data centers in the area has sparked backlash from residents concerned about noise and air pollution.
Elon Musk's data centers spark backlash
In Southaven, Mississippi, some residents are pushing back on SpaceXAI's expanding footprint in the region.
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.
Key takeaways from China's robot games
China's World Humanoid Robot Games is a technological showcase, but also a possible glimpse into the future of robotics. Anna Coren reports.
How the Robot Games are going in Beijing
The World Humanoid Robot Games are underway in Beijing, China, in a stadium repurposed from the 2022 Winter Olympics. Many of the machines on display can now outrun and out-jump even the best real-life Olympians. Anna Coren has the story.
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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.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Philadelphia's Chucky-style masked man arrested in Las Vegas
U.S. Marshals say 22-year-old Zymire Hughes was arrested Tuesday night in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Legal analysis of Texas surrogate case
A Texas judge is hearing arguments on who has the legal right to make medical decisions on behalf of a baby with a heart defect who was carried to term by a surrogate against the biological parents' wishes. Harry Nelson, a healthcare attorney, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Unarmed college student shot by police
The parents of a 22-year-old college student who was fatally shot by police after knocking on the wrong door spoke out on Tuesday. Tom Hanson has more details.
Doctor says Clancy's actions were criminal
Forensic psychologist Dr. Kirk Heilbrun took the stand in Lindsay Clancy's trial for the killings of her three children on Tuesday, testifying that he felt Clancy was criminally liable despite claims of postpartum psychosis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the details.
Breaking down Day 20 of Lindsay Clancy trial
Two more witnesses testified in the Lindsay Clancy trial on Tuesday. Clancy, who has admitted to killing her children, has pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
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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
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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.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
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Country singer Ashley McBryde on Dolly Parton
Country singer Ashley McBryde joins CBS News after Dolly Parton's death at 80 to discuss her impact on music and the Nashville country scene.
Cher speaks out after Dolly Parton's death
Grammy-award winning artist Cher spoke about Dolly Parton after the country legend's death at 80 Tuesday. Cher told CBS News about their first meeting and what she loved about Parton. She said she'll miss Parton's laugh the most.
Watch: Jon Batiste's tribute to Dolly Parton
Jon Batiste performed a musical tribute to the late country music superstar Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday at age 80 after a brief battle with cancer.
Dolly Parton shows off "9 to 5" memorabilia
When 60 Minutes' Morley Safer spoke to Dolly Parton back in 2009, she showed off memorabilia from "9 to 5" along with dresses covered in rhinestones. "I used to be tall until I started wearing them," she joked.
Graham wins GOP Senate runoff, CBS News projects
Sen. Darline Graham, the late Lindsey Graham's sister, won the Republican Senate primary runoff in South Carolina on Tuesday night, CBS News projects. Jessi Mitchell anchors a special report.