CBS News' Herridge discusses FISA and Flynn on "The Takeout"
Catherine Herridge spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
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Mueller report fallout intensifies
The fight between Democrats in Congress and the White House is intensifying as lawmakers seek the redacted material from the Mueller report. A federal judge has also ordered new documents released in the case of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. CBSN legal contributor Keir Dougall joined CBSN to discuss the latest.
AG defends review of Mueller probe
Attorney General William Barr defended his review of how the Russia investigation began. He said it will focus on U.S. intelligence gathering on associates of the Trump campaign in 2016. Paula Reid reports.
GOP "quietly" wants Mueller to testify, too
Bloomberg News chief Washington correspondent Kevin Cirilli joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss Attorney General WIlliam Barr's battle with Congress, the lifting of metal tariffs on Canada and Mexico, and trade talks with China ahead of the G20 summit.
Trump presents Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor
President Trump presented the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor to a number of officers from across the country in the White House East Room on Wednesday. It is the highest national award for valor by a public safety officer. Watch part of the ceremony here.
Trump orders intel community to cooperate with AG
President Trump ordered the intelligence community to cooperate with Attorney General William Barr's investigation into surveillance activities surrounding the 2016 campaign. CBS News' Fin Gomez joins CBSN to discuss.
Trump heads to Japan amid feud with Pelosi
President Trump is traveling to Japan for an official state visit as his war of words with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi escalates at home. He's also given Attorney General William Barr sweeping authority to review the origins of the Russia investigation. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.
Trump expands AG's power over classified info
A potential clash looms between Attorney General William Barr and U.S. intelligence agencies after Barr was given extraordinary leeway to investigate the origins of the Russia investigation. Paula Reid reports.
Mueller: Not an option to charge Trump
Special counsel Robert Mueller stated his team did not have the option to charge President Trump with obstruction of justice because of Justice Department policy. However, Mueller made it clear he could not exonerate the President. CBSN legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe explains the implications of Mueller's remarks.
Barr responds to Mueller remarks
In an exclusive interview with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, Attorney General William Barr addressed Robert Mueller's remarks Wednesday, when the former special counsel said the Russia investigation did not clear the president. Barr says Mueller could have reached a decision on whether President Trump obstructed justice. Tune in to "CBS This Morning" on Friday, May 31, for the full report.
Barr on criticism he's protecting Trump
In an exclusive interview with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, Attorney General William Barr responded to criticism that he's enabling and protecting President Trump. The interview comes just one day after former special counsel Robert Mueller said the Russia investigation did not clear the president of suspected criminality. Tune in to "CBS This Morning" on Friday, May 31, for the full report.
Barr: Obama officials did not commit treason
President Trump said intelligence officials from the Obama administration illegally surveilled his campaign, and Attorney General William Barr agrees there was spying. But when asked by Jan Crawford if those officials committed treason, he said "no."
Barr: DOJ, Mueller sparred on legal analysis
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning," Attorney General William Barr says special counsel Robert Mueller could have said whether he believes President Trump committed a crime. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford traveled with Barr to Alaska, where he is listening to the unique concerns of native Alaskans. She pressed the attorney general on issues ranging from obstruction of the Russia investigation, to his review of how that probe began in 2016.
AG Barr on his reputation: "Everyone dies"
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning," Attorney General William Barr highlights why he opened an investigation into the origins of the Russia investigation. Barr tells CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford there is evidence that makes him believe senior government officials may have acted improperly to authorize surveillance of President Trump's 2016 campaign. He says that led to "spying" on the campaign.
Barr speaks in exclusive interview
Attorney General William Barr says special counsel Robert Mueller could have ruled on whether President Trump committed an obstruction of justice offense, but chose not to. Barr explained to CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford why he cleared the president. Crawford joined CBSN AM to discuss her interview.
Barr explains his differences with Mueller
Attorney General William Barr sat down with CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford for an exclusive interview, and explains why it was that special counsel Robert Mueller could not clear President Trump on obstruction, and Barr could.
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CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller unpack the key moments from Attorney General William Barr's interview with CBS News.
Barr visits Alaska to highlight police crisis
Attorney General William Barr is taking a closer look at the problems plaguing some of the rest of the country and Alaska's senators urged him to visit. What he saw there prompted him to call public safety in much of the state an "emergency." Jan Crawford reports.
Democrats urge impeachment proceedings
While President Trump is in the U.K. for a state visit, Democrats are back home ramping up calls for impeachment. Also Monday, House Democrats threatened to hold both Attorney General William Barr and Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross in contempt of Congress for not complying with subpoenas for documents related to the Trump administration's controversial decision to add a question about U.S. citizenship to the 2020 census. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Tech giants could face antitrust crackdown
The U.S. government is planning an unprecedented review of the world's largest tech companies. Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon are the likely targets of potential antitrust investigations. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.
House Democrats plan contempt votes
CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN from Capitol Hill with the latest on House Democrats' plans to hold Attorney General William Barr and former White House counsel Don McGahn in contempt of Congress related to their handling of the Mueller report.
DOJ agrees to turn over some Mueller evidence
Political reporter Julia Manchester from The Hill joined CBSN to discuss whether the Justice Department's deal with the House Judiciary Committee to turn over some evidence from the Mueller probe is a victory for Democrats.
Trump admin. to pursue adding citizenship question
Attorney General William Barr says he's found a path to legally include the citizenship question on the 2020 census. Ryan Grim, Washington bureau chief for the Intercept, joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss the legal options the Trump administration is weighing.
Citizenship question coming?
Attorney General William Barr said he sees a way to legally require 2020 census respondents to declare whether or not they are citizens, despite a Supreme Court ruling that forbade asking the question. CBS News Legal Analyst Kim Wehle joins CBSN from Washington to explain how it could happen.
Alex Acosta under fire over Epstein case
Labor Secretary Alex Acosta is facing growing calls to resign over his involvement in arranging a plea deal for billionaire Jeffrey Epstein in 2008. Epstein is facing sex trafficking charges. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest.
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law after Trump refuses to sign it
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Congressman says he was detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank
Congressman Ro Khanna said members of the Israel Defense Forces spoke with the settlers and moved a car to block the road.
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U.S. and Iran to continue talks amid heightened tensions
U.S. and Iranian delegations are expected to continue negotiations in Oman via mediators after a week of intense attacks between both sides.
Iran admits to Trump advisers "they made a mistake" in shooting at ships in strait
The White House wants Iran to publicly acknowledge that shooting at the ships was a mistake.
Journalists reportedly issued subpoenas over Air Force One reporting
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Graham Platner formally drops out of Maine Senate race
Graham Platner had until 5 p.m. on Monday to formally suspend his campaign or he would remain on the ballot in November.
10 injured in overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv
Ukrainian military said its air defenses shot down or suppressed two missiles and 111 drones, while Russia claims its forces targeted drone production facilities in Kyiv.
Parents of teen found dead on island don't believe he chose to stay behind
Christine and Elmore Wonsley said they don't believe their son would've stayed on the island when his friends left by boat.
Pentagon releases new set of UFO files: "Unlike anything I had seen"
The U.S. military released a new batch of files related to UFOs, including one report from a Navy pilot who said a mysterious object was "unlike anything I had seen" in 28 years of service.
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Journalists reportedly issued subpoenas over Air Force One reporting
The subpoenas were issued after the New York Times reported on alleged security concerns with the new Qatari-gifted Air Force One.
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law after Trump refuses to sign it
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Judge vacates convictions of 4 Proud Boys in Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection
A federal judge on Friday agreed to dismiss the convictions of four members of the far-right Proud Boys group for their actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
A boy's simple habit of waving to his neighbors transformed his community
Roman Butzlaff brought together a group of neighbors who say they would have barely known each other if not for a little boy, who lived in a neighborhood but needed a village.
Detainees say ICE officer shot Houston driver through passenger window, lawyer says
Three men who witnessed a fatal shooting involving federal immigration officers in Houston say no officer was threatened, a lawyer who has spoken with them said.
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Bipartisan housing bill becomes law after Trump refuses to sign it
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
Household staff can earn up to $300,000 working for America's rich
Good help is hard — and expensive — to find, according to a recruiting firm for private chefs, chauffeurs and other household workers.
Gas prices start climbing again as U.S.-Iran tensions flare
Prices at the pump sank following a June ceasefire. But renewed conflict in the Middle East and other factors are driving fuel costs back up.
Trump not expected to veto housing bill, U.S. official says
President Trump said Friday he won't sign the law, but a U.S. official said he isn't expected to veto it either.
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Congressman says he was detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank
Congressman Ro Khanna said members of the Israel Defense Forces spoke with the settlers and moved a car to block the road.
Bipartisan housing bill becomes law after Trump refuses to sign it
A landmark housing bill automatically became law overnight after President Trump declined to sign it.
Judge vacates convictions of 4 Proud Boys in Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection
A federal judge on Friday agreed to dismiss the convictions of four members of the far-right Proud Boys group for their actions in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Graham Platner formally drops out of Maine Senate race
Graham Platner had until 5 p.m. on Monday to formally suspend his campaign or he would remain on the ballot in November.
Iran admits to Trump advisers "they made a mistake" in shooting at ships in strait
The White House wants Iran to publicly acknowledge that shooting at the ships was a mistake.
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U.S. citizen working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
Pregnant mom diagnosed with Stage IV cancer after symptoms were dismissed
Jenney Bitner feared she wouldn't get to see her children grow up after a tumor in her brain revealed she had Stage IV melanoma.
Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to more than 1,500 cases
Michigan health officials say the state's cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 1,500 cases.
I tried eating Erling Haaland's World Cup "Viking diet" for a day
Can a normal human handle soccer star Erling Haaland's calorific bonanza? CBS News' Leigh Kiniry found out the hard way.
What to know about "explosive" diarrhea-causing parasite reported in several states
Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection, called cyclosporiasis, that causes severe diarrhea.
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U.S. citizen working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says
The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said the outbreak is the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak recorded on the continent.
Hundreds of firefighters in Spain battle deadly wildfires that killed at least 12
The fire has scorched some 25 square miles of forest and farmland, about the size of Manhattan.
Pitbull sets record for largest gathering of people wearing bald caps
A total of 22,141 fans wore the caps in London's Hyde Park on Friday ahead of his set at the British Summer Time festival.
Congressman says he was detained by Israeli settlers in the West Bank
Congressman Ro Khanna said members of the Israel Defense Forces spoke with the settlers and moved a car to block the road.
10 injured in overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv
Ukrainian military said its air defenses shot down or suppressed two missiles and 111 drones, while Russia claims its forces targeted drone production facilities in Kyiv.
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Pitbull sets record for largest gathering of people wearing bald caps
A total of 22,141 fans wore the caps in London's Hyde Park on Friday ahead of his set at the British Summer Time festival.
Full Interview: Dave Portnoy
Founder and president of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy, sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Kelly O'Grady to discuss his new book, "Cancel Me If You Can." He describes how he is understood, or misunderstood, in the public eye, what his motivations are and more.
Sean Evans on Netflix "Hot Ones" spinoff
"Hot Ones," hosted by Sean Evans, has become one of the hottest series on YouTube. He talks to Vladimir Duthiers about his celebrity-filled show, his new Netflix spinoff, "Hot Ones: Extra Heat," and who he wants to interview next.
Meg Cabot on new "The Princess Diaries" book
Author Meg Cabot returns to Genovia to reinterpret "The Princess Diaries" in her new graphic novel, "The Princess Diaries: The Graphic Novel." Cabot tells "CBS Mornings" that she's excited to revisit the characters from the original films and "introduce them to a new generation."
Book excerpt: "Mighty Real: A History of LGBTQ Music, 1969-2000" by Barry Walters
Barry Walters, a writer for such publications as Rolling Stone and Spin, explores how LGBTQ songwriters, musicians, execs and fans reshaped pop culture in the late 20th century, as queer messages in music became less coded.
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Apple sues OpenAI, accusing ChatGPT maker of stealing trade secrets
Apple alleges that OpenAI and two of its employees stole trade secrets and engaged in a "pattern of misconduct."
AI slop floods social media, report says
A new report from AI detector Pangram found that AI-generated content is flooding socials like X and Reddit, with LinkedIn accounting for nearly two-thirds of all AI content detected. Pangram CEO and co-founder Max Spero joins CBS News to discuss his findings.
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.
MSG tracked celebrities, WIRED reports
A major database breach at James Dolan's Madison Square Garden arena revealed an apparent internal list tracking nearly 40,000 celebrities, according to a new report from WIRED. The report alleges that surveillance labels included "LGBTQIA," "DO NOT HOST," and evaluated individuals on a "risk" level. MSG claims the report is inaccurate. WIRED contributing editor Noah Shachtman joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss his reporting.
Breaking down the Texas app store age law
Earlier this week, the Supreme Court said it would allow Texas to enforce a law requiring app stores to verify users' ages while the issue plays out in the lower courts. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the constitutional question.
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Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
The American innovation that made millions of others possible
From the lightbulb to the airplane, to medical breakthroughs and the internet age, the past 250 years have been defined by America's intrepid intellect.
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Takeaways from weeklong Tyler Robinson hearing
The weeklong pre-trial hearing for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk wrapped up on Friday with the defense calling one final witness to the stand. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Indictments in White House UFC attack plot
Eight people have each been charged with conspiracy counts over a planned attack at the UFC event that was held at the White House in June. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
New details on Mexican man killed by ICE
New details are emerging about what led to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo's death. The Mexican man was wrongfully shot and killed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during a traffic stop in Houston, Texas. Shawna Mizelle has the latest.
Police investigating murder of former British politician found dead in her home
Ann Widdecombe, a former member of Parliament, had "sustained serious injuries" when she was found dead in her home in southwest England, police said.
Records: Alibaba sold dangerous drugs in U.S.
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba knowingly sold dangerous drugs to U.S. consumers, but the DOJ did not prosecute, according to public records probed for a CBS News investigation. Senior Justice Department reporter Sarah Lynch breaks down her reporting and why charges weren't pursued.
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Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
NASA prepares to launch rescue to save telescope from falling to Earth
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
Astronomers find 2 gigantic planets lighter than cotton candy
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
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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.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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?
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Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Full Interview: Dave Portnoy
Founder and president of Barstool Sports, Dave Portnoy, sat down with "CBS Saturday Morning" co-host Kelly O'Grady to discuss his new book, "Cancel Me If You Can." He describes how he is understood, or misunderstood, in the public eye, what his motivations are and more.
Fery loses to Zverev in Wimbledon semifinal
Championship weekend at Wimbledon has arrived, but it will not include the "Fery-tale" British matchup that tennis fans had been hoping for. Matthew Futterman, senior writer for tennis at The Athletic, joins "The Daily Report" to preview the gentlemen's singles final.
Congress' housing bill's potential impact
A sweeping bipartisan housing affordability bill is set to go into law at midnight on Friday, without President Trump's signature. The president says his decision not to sign the bill is a protest against lawmakers' failure to pass his package of voting reforms and restrictions. Bruce Marks, founder and CEO of the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Former CIA officer on the latest with Iran
Senior U.S. officials say Iran privately told mediators that it made a mistake in shooting at commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The officials say Iran blamed the attacks on hardliners who are trying to undermine negotiations. Elliot Ackerman, a CBS News contributor and a former CIA officer, has more.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.