White House says Trump has no need to pardon himself
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Monday that President Trump would have no reason to pardon himself
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Trump weighing more pardons
President Trump granted his fifth pardon on Thursday, granting a pardon to conservative filmmaker and author Dinesh D'Souza. Mr. Trump said he is considering pardoning two celebrities with ties to his former show "The Apprentice." CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN to discuss.
Memo sent to Mueller by Trump's lawyers
A confidential memo from President Trump's lawyers explains why Mr. Trump may not be forced to testify before the special counsel. This comes at the president and his team are preparing for a historic summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett has the latest from the White House.
Trump names Fears new homeland security adviser
Fears will be the replacement for former Homeland Security Adviser Tom Bossert
Impact of U.S. tariffs on metal imports
Mexico, Canada and the European Union are vowing to retaliate against the U.S. for new tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. The Trump administration's 10 percent tariff on aluminum and 25 percent on steel took effect today. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the impact on consumers.
N. Korean aide to deliver Kim Jong Un letter
President Trump plans to meet Kim Jong Chol, a North Korean official described as Kim Jong Un's "right hand," at the White House today. Kim Jong Chol will deliver a letter from the North Korean leader. He met Thursday with Secretary of State Mike Pompeo about a potential nuclear summit. Major Garrett reports.
Congress and an imperial presidency
CBS News' John Dickerson sits down with the Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg to discuss his new article on rethinking the presidency.
WH adviser Stephen Miller uses "trolling tendencies" on national stage, reporter says
McKay Coppins says Stephen Miller is an example of "campus provocateurs grow up and get really influential and powerful jobs"
In new book, Obama wonders if "we were wrong" after Trump's election
"Maybe we pushed too far, maybe people just want to fall back into their tribe," Obama is quoted as saying in Ben Rhodes' new book
White House won't say why Trump hasn't fired Sessions
President Trump said on Twitter that he wishes he picked someone besides Jeff Sessions to serve as attorney general
Trump tweets about meeting with Kim Kardashian West at the White House
Reality TV star has been pushing for the pardon of a grandmother serving a life sentence
Kim Kardashian visits White House
Kim Kardashian West met with President Trump Wednesday and discussed prison reform and sentencing. Kardashian West has been advocating for the release of Alice Marie Johnson, a 63-year-old woman serving a life sentence for a non-violent drug offense without the possibility of parole. CBS News White House reporter Jacqueline Alemany joins CBSN to discuss the meeting.
Tensions between Trump, Sessions
President Trump has criticized Attorney General Jeff Sessions in the past. On Wednesday, he tweeted that he wishes he picked someone besides Sessions to serve. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.
Child asks Sarah Sanders about shootings
A child in the White House briefing room asked what the Trump administration is doing to prevent school shootings, and press secretary Sarah Sanders became emotional as she answered. Watch the moment here.
Child asks about school shootings during WH briefing
"Can you tell me what the administration has done, and will do, to prevent these senseless tragedies?" the child asked
Trump responds to "Roseanne" cancellation for first time
The president did not comment on the content of Roseanne Barr's Twitter remarks, blasting Disney CEO Bob Iger instead
U.S.-North Korea summit planning resumes
A team of U.S. negotiators is in North Korea to prepare for a possible June 12 summit with Kim Jong Un that President Trump abruptly canceled last week. The president praised North Korea on Twitter Sunday writing, "I truly believe North Korea has brilliant potential and will be a great economic and financial Nation one day." CBS News foreign correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Resumed talks build optimism for N.K. summit
President Trump tweeted over the weekend that his planned meeting with Kim Jong Un "will happen" after he formally canceled the summit last week. He also made headlines over the holiday weekend for his tweets on immigration and a deal his administration made to keep Chinese telecom giant ZTE in business. Kevin Cirilli, chief Washington correspondent for Bloomberg, joins CBSN to break down the latest news in politics.
Upcoming summit with North Korea
Last week, President Trump announced he was canceling an anticipated summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. But now it appears the White House is still preparing for the meeting. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump: We have great team for N. Korea talks
President Trump says the summit with North Korea could still happen despite last week's setbacks. McClatchy News' White House correspondent Franco Ordonez joins CBSN with the latest developments
Retired teacher critiques "appalling" letter signed by Trump
Retired teacher Yvonne Mason shared a photo of the Trump-signed letter, covered in purple ink and blunt editorial critiques
Josh Holt welcomed back to U.S.
American Josh Holt, who was jailed in Venezuela for almost two years, returned the U.S. Saturday. President Trump, U.S. Rep. Mia Love, Sens. Bob Corker, Orrin Hatch and Mike Lee welcomed Holt home in the Oval Office.
Joshua Holt, American jailed in Venezuela, arrives in U.S.
President Trump welcomed Holt in the Oval Office, saying his imprisonment was a "very tough ordeal"
North Korea summit latest
There has been a flurry of activity to save the highly anticipated meeting between President Trump and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un. Meanwhile, an American who was jailed in Venezuela for two years was scheduled to meet Mr. Trump in Washington. Mola Lenghi reports from the White House.
Trump says White House official who briefed reporters in person "doesn't exist"
President Trump claimed The New York Times quoted a White House official who "doesn't exist," but the comments were made in briefing with dozens of reporters listening
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
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FBI, IRS to probe nonprofit groups for domestic terrorism links, sources say
In December, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered law enforcement officials to prioritize efforts to probe and prosecute groups and individuals belonging to the antifa movement or are deemed "extremist."
Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
Dolores Huerta alleges assault by Cesar Chavez amid abuse claims
Allegations of abuse of women and girls by union leader Cesar Chavez were first reported by the New York Times on Wednesday.
Sen. Rand Paul confronts Sen. Markwayne Mullin at heated hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee as the Senate considers his confirmation to replace Kristi Noem as DHS secretary.
House Democrats try to force vote to fund DHS, but not ICE and CBP
Democrats would have to convince at least four Republicans to join their discharge petition to force a floor vote.
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U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
Maps show forecast for extreme heat wave scorching the West
A long-duration heat wave is taking shape over the western half of the U.S. and forecast to stick around in the days ahead.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing economic uncertainty
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
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U.S. gas prices rise as oil hits $111 a barrel
A barrel of Brent crude topped $111, while the U.S. benchmark also rose as the Iran war intensifies.
Wall Street is betting on Ukraine's drone technology
Swarmer is likely to be the first of many: a Ukrainian defense startup with an American face that leans on U.S. capital to scale production for both the Ukrainian and American militaries.
Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, citing economic uncertainty
Fed officials are grappling with a host of economic challenges, from stubborn inflation to a slowing job market.
How to sign up for TSA PreCheck Touchless ID and save time at airports
Travelers hoping to bypass some of the increasingly long wait times at U.S. airports can enroll in the TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which is now operating at 65 locations.
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
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5 takeaways from the Illinois primaries
Illinois' heavily Democratic tilt means statewide candidates and those in the Chicago area and its suburbs are favored to win in November.
Which Illinois primary candidates spent the most money per vote?
Some Illinois primary election candidates raked in huge amounts of campaign cash. Not all of them won their primaries, despite massive spending.
What to know about Joe Kent, Trump counterterrorism chief who resigned
In a resignation letter, Joe Kent said Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation," and he asserted that "we started this war due to pressure from Israel and its powerful American lobby."
DOJ blocked release of secret Epstein drug probe file, Sen. Wyden says
Sen. Ron Wyden says he believes the government had "ample evidence" that Epstein was involved in drug trafficking.
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FBI, IRS to probe nonprofit groups for domestic terrorism links, sources say
In December, Attorney General Pam Bondi ordered law enforcement officials to prioritize efforts to probe and prosecute groups and individuals belonging to the antifa movement or are deemed "extremist."
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Wall Street is betting on Ukraine's drone technology
Swarmer is likely to be the first of many: a Ukrainian defense startup with an American face that leans on U.S. capital to scale production for both the Ukrainian and American militaries.
How Russia is benefitting from "America's war of choice in Iran"
Treasury chief Scott Bessent said Russia wouldn't benefit from an easing of oil sanctions to calm energy markets. But Russia is.
Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Children discover mysterious ancient skeleton next to playground
The skeleton is the latest in a series of bodies discovered in the city of Dijon that were mysteriously buried in a seated position while facing west.
Belgian soldiers to protect Jewish sites as Iran war fuels antisemitism
Italian soldiers are patrolling Rome's ancient Jewish quarter and Belgian troops will help secure Jewish sites as an official warns the threat of antisemitic violence "is very real."
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Behind the rise of The Last Dinner Party
The band The Last Dinner Party is coming to the U.S. next week to tour its second album, "From the Pyre." The members of the band spoke to Anthony Mason about how they met, their rapid rise to fame and the support they've had along the way.
Inside the Vanity Fair Oscar party
For more than 30 years, Vanity Fair has thrown an exclusive Oscar's after party. This year, the magazine's new global editorial director Mark Guiducci decided to trim the guest list, didn't allow press inside and even required guests to put a sticker over their phone camera for privacy. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" and gives an up-close look at the party.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Melissa Etheridge opens up about new music
Melissa Etheridge speaks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her 17th studio album "Rise" later this month, writing about the loss of her son and grief.
Woman on viral Coldplay "kiss cam" speaks out
Kristin Cabot, the woman from the viral Coldplay "kiss cam" video, spoke in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey about the backlash she received from that moment and how it differed from comments made about her boss Andy Byron, the CEO of their company.
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Inside NVIDIA's new chip
NVIDIA's GTC conference brought big crowds to Silicon Valley this week, with hundreds of companies showcasing products powered by NVIDIA's chips. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
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.
Jury still deliberating in social media trial
Jury deliberations for a landmark social media addiction trial in California entered a fourth day Wednesday. CBS News' Elaine Quijano has the latest.
How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Kouri Richins found guilty | "48 Hours" Podcast
Kouri Richins, Utah author and mother, was just found guilty for murder and attempted murder of her husband Eric Richins. The state accused her of killing him with a fentanyl-laced Moscow mule in 2022 after previously attempting to poison him via a sandwich on Valentine's Day. Monday evening the jury found her guilty on all counts including insurance fraud and forgery. In a special episode, "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales speaks with Skye Lazaro, former defense attorney for Richins, about the significance of the outcome and the key moments in court that let up to the verdict. This episode was recorded on March 17.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
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Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
Bill Nye the Science Guy sits down with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett to talk about his life and career.
NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Family of man who died in ICE custody speaks out
An Afghan father who served with U.S. forces died in immigration custody less than a day after being arrested in Texas. Camilo Montoya-Galvez spoke to his family, who are struggling to make sense of his death.
Record-breaking heat wave hits West Coast
The West Coast is facing a winter warm up that feels more like the sizzle of summer. As Kris Van Cleave reports, some cities are on high alert.
College student vanishes on trip to Spain
A University of Alabama student from the Chicago suburbs was reported missing while on a trip to Barcelona, Spain. Ash-har Quraishi has details.
Airport chaos intensifies amid shutdown
There's no relief in sight for long lines at airport security checkpoints. TSA workers, unpaid due to the partial government shutdown, continue to call out sick in droves. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
Takeaways from Illinois primary elections
The matchup is set for November's general election to replace longtime Sen. Dick Durbin in Illinois. CBS News projects that Lieutenant Gov. Juliana Stratton will come out on top in the Democratic Party's primary election. She will face off against former Republican State Party Chair Don Tracy. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.