12/18/17: Red and Blue
President Trump outlines National Security Strategy and avoids mentioning climate change as a threat.
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Mueller obtains Trump emails
President Trump said he would not fire special counsel Robert Mueller, even as a lawyer for Mr. Trump's transition team says Mueller wrongly obtained their emails. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett takes a look at the issues for CBSN.
A modern day Cold War
In his national security address today, President Trump of a "new era of competition" with China and Russia. If this marks a return to a Cold War mindset, it's worth noting the U.S. is falling behind in one of the coldest places on earth. Carter Evans reports on U.S.-Russia tensions in the Arctic.
GOP tax bill
Few obstacles stand in the way for a Republican victory on taxes. Chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details.
Trump touts tax reform
head of anticipated votes on the GOP tax bill in the House and Senate next week, President Trump said Saturday that "everybody's going to benefit." He spoke on the White House South Lawn before departing for Camp David for the weekend.
Trump on Roy Moore, tax plan
President Trump fielded a few questions from reporters as he was leaving for the FBI Academy Friday. He said he doesn't want to talk about pardons "yet" for Michael Flynn and he also said he thought Roy Moore should concede in the Alabama senate race. Watch his remarks.
#PieGate
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders brought in pecan pies for the White House press corps, putting an end to what Twitter has deemed "#PieGate" and her running joke with reporter April Ryan of the American Urban Radio Network.
Bob Woodward on tax reform
Washington Post associate editor Bob Woodward, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist well-known for his coverage of the Watergate scandal with Carl Bernstein, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the latest political news.
12/14/17: Red and Blue
White House responds to questions about preventing mass shootings; Sandy Hook families recall gun violence.
W.H. on mass shootings
On the 5th anniversary of the Sandy Hook Massacre, White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said that she's "not aware" of any measures that would have helped prevent the mass shooting, and others like it, when asked by CBS News White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan.
Omarosa ousted from W.H.
The Trump administration says reality-star-turned-White-House-aide Omarosa Manigault-Newman resigned to pursue other opportunities. But sources tell CBS News Chief of Staff John Kelly forced her out Tuesday night. Major Garrett reports.
Omarosa out
Former "Apprentice" reality star Omarosa Manigault Newman was escorted from the White House after she protested the terms of her firing. CBS News' White House and senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan has the latest.
Omarosa leaving W.H. job
Omarosa Manigault Newman, a Trump administration official and former "Apprentice" star, plans to leave the Trump administration next month "to pursue other opportunities," the White House announced Wednesday.
White House doubles down
Women who accused Donald Trump of sexual misconduct before he became president called on Congress on Monday to investigate him. Jim Axelrod reports.
Transgender in military
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said in her press briefing Monday that the Department of Justice is reviewing legal options to ensure the president's directive on banning transgender people in the military can be carried out.
Protests erupt
Following President Trump's announcement that the U.S. now recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, Palestinians, who claim the city as their capital, took to the streets to protest. Seth Doane was there.
Trump on Jerusalem
President Trump announced Wednesday that the U.S. will now formally recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. He also said that the State Department will begin the work of moving its embassy there from Tel Aviv to the ancient city. CBS News senior White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Dems on Al Franken
A growing number of Democratic senators are calling on Al Franken to step aside. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss the latest news out of Washington.
12/5/17: Red and Blue
Key deadlines loom as congress nears holiday recess; Inside the Trump campaign
Trump campaign insiders
In an interview for "Red & Blue," President Trump's former campaign manager Corey Lewandowski and former deputy campaign manager David Bossie reflected on learning to adapt to the style of unconventional candidate. They also explain their decisions not to serve in the Trump White House.
Former Trump campaign operatives promote new book on CBSN's "Red and Blue"
Corey Lewandowski, then-candidate Trump's first campaign manager, shares why he remained loyal to Trump after his firing, calls Paul Manafort a "dinosaur" and offers insight into the president's music preferences on the trail.
12/05/17: CBSN Evening News
Wildfires roar through southern California; Behind the lens with Harry Benson
Obstruction of justice?
The president may have obstructed justice if in fact he knew former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn had lied to the FBI at the same time he urged former Director James Comey to stop investigating him. Now President Trump's lawyer is trying to separate him from that talk, saying it's impossible for a president to obstruct justice. Margaret Brennan reports.
Sally Yates statement
Sources with direct knowledge tell CBS News that then-acting Attorney General Sally Yates never told White House Counsel Don McGahn that former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn lied or that he was under FBI investigation -- a version of events that contradicts Yates sworn Senate testimony. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports for CBSN.
Ala. Senate race
Anthony Salvanto, CBS News director of elections and surveys, joins "Red & Blue" to analyze the latest CBS News polling about the Alabama special election, and what President Trump's endorsement of Roy Moore might do for his polling numbers.
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Gas price rises as Trump mulls dropping bid to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Trump indicates he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as the war pushes U.S. gas prices over the $4 mark.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado law banning conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Hegseth slated for House testimony amid Iran war pressure, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will consider the legality of President Trump's executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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Hegseth slated for House testimony amid Iran war pressure, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Tiger Woods was "sweating profusely" after car crash, arrest report says
Tiger Woods was arrested last week in Florida and charged with driving under the influence after a vehicle crash.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
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JPMorgan Chase rolls out new effort to expand economic opportunity
The bank plans to lend $80 billion to small businesses over the next 10 years as part of what it's calling the "American Dream Initiative."
Gas in U.S. hits $4 a gallon for first time since August 2022
The average price of gas across the U.S. last reached $4 after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sent crude oil prices surging.
JetBlue raises checked bag fees as fuel costs climb amid Iran war
JetBlue is hiking bag check fees as airlines face higher jet fuel costs related to the Iran war, making flying more expensive.
Online sports betting linked to rising delinquency rates, report finds
A study from the New York Fed found that delinquency rates increased faster in states where online sports betting is legal.
Fed's Powell tells students not to despair despite tough job market
In a Monday speech, Powell also touched on the impact of the Iran war, saying that longer-term inflation expectations remain in check.
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Hegseth slated for House testimony amid Iran war pressure, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 probe sue Patel, Bondi over their firing
The three former agents were seasoned investigators who primarily handled public corruption investigations and were assigned to special counsel Jack Smith's team.
Supreme Court rules against Colorado ban on conversion therapy
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Colorado counselor who challenged a law banning conversion therapy for minors, ruling that lower courts failed to apply "sufficiently rigorous First Amendment scrutiny."
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
Pete Hegseth says "upcoming days will be decisive" in war against Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference at the Pentagon as gas prices in the U.S. continued to climb amid the ongoing war with Iran.
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
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Hegseth slated for House testimony amid Iran war pressure, sources say
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.
Police find drug-smuggling tunnel with rail system and cranes in Spain
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Premature babies who escaped Gaza war finally reunited with families
Palestinian parents separated from their premature newborns by the war in Gaza finally get to meet their children for the first time.
Trump says allies must "come in and take care of" Strait of Hormuz
President Trump told CBS News that he is not ready "quite yet" to abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran war, despite a Truth Social post suggesting allies need to do it themselves.
King Charles set for state visit to U.S. in late April
The visit "will celebrate the historic connections and the modern bilateral relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States," Buckingham Palace says.
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Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
Barbie Dream Fest disappoints some attendees
A Barbie Dream Fest event in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, generated backlash from attendees over its allegedly underwhelming experience. Jessica Nova, who drove in from Atlanta for the occasion, joins CBS News to recount her experience.
NYT accuses Pentagon of flouting judge's order blocking its press access policy
The New York Times says the Defense Department flouted a court order blocking it from enforcing a policy limiting press access to the Pentagon.
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Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
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Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's moon mission launching this week
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts April 1 on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Police find drug-smuggling tunnel with rail system and cranes in Spain
Police said two people headed the network, including one person considered to be the "narco-architect" and "mastermind of the tunnels."
Questions about bullet used to kill Charlie Kirk
Lawyers for Tyler Robinson, the man charged with killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, are looking to review an analysis that couldn't conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Lawyers for Kirk suspect ask to delay hearing
A new court filing reveals defense attorneys for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, claim an ATF analysis could not conclusively connect the bullet that killed Kirk to the gun Robinson allegedly used. Now the lawyers are asking to delay Robinson's preliminary hearing to review the evidence. Carter Evans reports.
Camels used to smuggle hundreds of bottles of booze, police say
Authorities said the smuggler turned to forest paths and camels to avoid road checkpoints.
Charlie Kirk's accused assassin's lawyers question bullet-rifle link
Lawyers for the man charged with killing Charlie Kirk are citing a federal agency's report in questioning the link between a bullet from his autopsy and a rifle found near the scene.
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Artemis astronaut on risks of mission
The Artemis II mission could lift off as soon as Wednesday in a historic space flight around the moon. The crew of four has been training for nearly three years for the nine-day mission. Mark Strassmann gives a look at the risks and safety of space travel.
Good weather predicted ahead of Artemis II launch
Forecasters are predicting good weather ahead of the scheduled, historic Artemis II moon mission on Wednesday. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins from the Kennedy Space Center with the latest on preparations.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
Former NASA astronaut on Artemis II launch
A crew of four astronauts are set for liftoff on Wednesday in a mission that will take them around the moon. Former NASA astronaut Terry Hart joins "The Takeout" to discuss the historic Artemis II effort.
Artemis II to launch this week
NASA is hoping to lift off Wednesday on its Artemis II mission that will send a four-member crew on a nine-day trip around the moon and back before splashing down off the coast of San Diego. Mark Strassmann has more.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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SCOTUS decision on conversion therapy case
The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday in the case of a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for minors. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson was the lone dissenter. CBS News' Jan Crawford has more.
CBS News speaks with Trump on Iran
President Trump told CBS News' Weijia Jiang on Tuesday that the U.S. isn't withdrawing "quite yet" from the war with Iran, and urged U.S. allies to be more helpful with reopening the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more.
Hegseth backs Trump on Strait of Hormuz
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said that the upcoming days of the Iran war "will be decisive," and reiterated President Trump's criticism of U.S. allies for not helping at the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Eleanor Watson has more.
Pope Leo marks first Holy Week as pontiff
Pope Leo XIV is preparing for his first Easter in his new role. CBS News' Chris Livesay has more details from Rome as Catholics react to Israel blocking the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for apparent safety concerns.
How astronauts prepare to make space history
Retired astronaut Terry Virts joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings as NASA begins to count down for the Artemis II mission to the moon.