5/3/2026: Disaster Tourists; Birds Of War; Perfume Capital Of The World
First, when the volunteer helping after a hurricane is a white nationalist. Then, birders flock here since guerrillas disarmed. And, Grasse: The perfume capital of the world.
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Far-right fringe after natural disasters
After natural disasters, white nationalists, militias, and conspiracists often arrive, offering help. But they also want to recruit and improve their image.
Why some white nationalists are showing up to areas hit by natural disasters
After natural disasters, white nationalists, militias, and conspiracists often arrive, offering help. But they also want to recruit and improve their image.
Disaster Tourists | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Often following natural disasters, conspiracists, militias, and white supremacist groups sweep in to hard-hit communities offering help. But they've been called "disaster tourists," out to soften their image, gain followers and sow doubt in the government. Sunday.
4 jailed for assaults in case linked to white supremacist "active clubs"
Swedish authorities say four men who attacked foreigners at random were connected to a club ostensibly for sports, but "with clear racist elements."
Combat sport clubs used to recruit for white nationalist hate group, report says
Patriot Front and other white nationalist groups are fueling the expansion of extremist groups in the U.S., and control at least a dozen clubs nationwide.
Enid, Oklahoma voters boot city council member with white nationalist ties
Voters in the northwest Oklahoma city of Enid ousted a City Council member who has ties to white nationalism, opting instead for a grandmother who's a longtime youth leader at an area church.
Sen. Tuberville's comments stir controversy
Sen. Tommy Tuberville, an Alabama Republican, is walking back comments he made about White nationalists serving in the military. When pressed on Capitol Hill, Tuberville said White nationalists are racist, after previously calling them Americans. CBS News Congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
Sen. Tuberville blocks military promotions
Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama is defending his block of all senior military promotions over his objections to a Pentagon policy on abortion access. Tuberville has blocked more than 250 promotions, including the heads of the armed services. David Martin reports from the Pentagon.
Defending America from the hate of white nationalists
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery, author of "American Whitelash", discusses violent acts by aggrieved white supremacists against democracy, and how a new election cycle, and increasingly-hateful political rhetoric, may raise the stakes.
Trump's dinner with white nationalist
Former President Donald Trump, who announced his latest bid for the White House earlier this month, was joined at a dinner last week at Mar-a-Lago by white supremacist agitator Nick Fuentes and rapper Kanye West. CBS News political director Fin Gomez and Kevin Madden, a senior partner at Penta Group, join "Red and Blue" to discuss the fallout from the dinner.
Hearing on domestic terrorism in America
Lawmakers held a hearing Wednesday to address the rise of domestic terrorism in America. Testimony focused on the failure of the U.S. government to adequately address growing white nationalism and domestic extremism in the years leading up to the attack on the Capitol on January 6. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the details of the hearing, including scrutiny some Republicans are facing for alleged ties to "Stop the Steal" rallies.
FBI assisting investigation of alleged white nationalists arrested in Idaho
31 men, suspected members of Patriot Front who traveled from 12 different states, are charged with conspiracy to riot at Pride event.
Jurors for "Unite the Right" civil trial will continue deliberations Tuesday
Plaintiffs are seeking compensatory and statutory damages against two dozen white nationalist, neo-Nazi and white supremacist organizations and individuals for conspiring to commit racially motivated violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, at the 2017 Unite the Right rally. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano for the latest on the case.
Jury to decide "Unite the Right" civil case
A jury in Charlottesville, Virginia, has begun deliberations in a civil case against the organizers of the 2017 "Unite the Right" rally. The plaintiffs accuse them of conspiring to commit racially motivated violence. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga joins CBSN from the courthouse with the latest.
Closing arguments in "Unite the Right" civil trial
Jurors heard closing arguments Thursday in the civil trial against organizers of the deadly "Unite the Right" rally four years ago in Charlottesville, Virginia. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga was inside the courtroom and joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
World shaken by assault on U.S. Capitol
The U.S. Capitol has long been a symbol of freedom and democracy across the globe, and the attack Wednesday has created shockwaves around the world - with American allies and adversaries responding. Holly Williams reports on the globe's reaction.
Hagel calls for January 6 commission
Hopes for a bipartisan commission to look into the January 6 attack on the Capitol are dimming as numerous Republican lawmakers announced their opposition. Chuck Hagel, a former Republican senator who served as defense secretary under President Obama, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss why he believes the commission is necessary.
Why more white women are drawn to extremism
As displayed in videos and images of the assault on the U.S. Capitol, women are participating in far-right movements. Anne-Marie Green spoke with Seyward Darby, author of "Sisters in Hate: American Women on the Front Lines of White Nationalism," on CBSN AM about race and gender in extremist groups and the appeal of conspiracy theories.
Conspiracy blames antifa for pro-Trump riot
Shortly after the deadly right-wing assault on the U.S. Capitol, internet conspiracy theories instead started blaming antifa, a loose-knit network of anti-fascist groups. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins Anne-Marie Green on CBSN AM to discuss the current state of the QAnon conspiracy movement and its many tentacles.
Social media's influence on the Capitol attack
"60 in 6" correspondent Laurie Segall joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the president being banned on social media, and the role social platforms have played in distributing falsehoods and conspiracy theories that spurred on the Capitol attack. Plus, she details embedding with extremist groups and the role social media plays for them.
Putting politics aside to defend democracy
As the violent mob of protesters stormed into the U.S.Capitol, these individuals went above and beyond to help others and restore order. Chip Reid looks at how two Congressmen put their politics aside to defend democracy.
Deputy DHS secretary on security failings
Acting Deputy Department of Homeland Security Secretary Ken Cuccinelli joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what went wrong at the U.S. Capitol.
Why race is central to Capitol security response
Soon after pro-Trump protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol, social media erupted with anger. Many questioned why law enforcement hadn't reacted with the same firm hand that it has for years against protesters of police brutality. CBS News political contributor and democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joins CBSN to break down the news.
Veterans discuss racism in the military
In July, the Pentagon effectively banned the Confederate flag on U.S. bases and pledged to address diversity and increase inclusivity in the ranks of the military. Still, more than half of the troops of color who participated in a 2019 survey said that they had experienced white nationalism or racism in the U.S. military. Vladimir Duthiers spoke with some service members and veterans of different races, ranks, regions and religions about their experiences as troops of color.
Elon Musk says SpaceX throttled Ukraine Starlink speeds over drone strikes
More than 1,000 arrested in France as protesters and police clash
In the Venezuelan stronghold of Doral, some voters discouraged by Trump's policies
At least 12 injured, including 6 children, in Tallahassee shooting
In Ohio rally, Obama blasts Ramaswamy, GOP over controversial Acton ad
U.K. police confirm it received letter with claims against Meghan's father
Iran has "increased efforts to target U.S. personnel," intel chief warns
Kim Jon-un visits China to open new bridge, reaffirm ties
