"CBS Evening News" headlines for December 21, 2020
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
William Barr
Barr breaks with Trump over cyberattack and naming special counsels
Barr said the probe involving Hunter Biden is "being handled responsibly and professionally."
New charges in Pan Am bombing
On the 32nd anniversary of the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103, Attorney General William Barr on Monday announced new charges against the man who made the bomb that brought down the flight that killed 270 people, mostly Americans. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.
Barr announces new charges 32 years after Lockerbie bombing
The announcement of charges against the alleged top bomb maker came on anniversary of the attack.
How Biden administration could respond to Hunter Biden probe
New revelations about a federal investigation into Hunter Biden's taxes and business dealings are raising new questions about how the incoming Biden administration will deal with the matter. Meantime, news that Attorney General William Barr kept investigations out of the public drew harsh criticism from President Trump. CBSN legal analyst Rebecca Roiphe joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss.
Attorney General Barr resigning
Attorney General William Barr is resigning and plans to step down on December 23. While the attorney general has been a loyal defender of President Trump a number of times, the two have also had their disagreements. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Attorney General Bill Barr resigns
As the Trump administration comes to a close, Attorney General William Barr is the latest Cabinet member to resign from office. Although sources tell CBS News Barr wasn't forced from office, the president has repeatedly made it clear he's been unhappy with the head of the Justice Department. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump announces Attorney General Bill Barr is leaving
Deputy Attorney General Jeff Rosen will take over as acting attorney general.
William Barr resigns as U.S. attorney general
President Trump announced Bill Barr's resignation after days of attacking him over alleged election fraud. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Trump attacks Republicans at Army-Navy football game
While attending the Army-Navy football game this Saturday, President Trump tweeted attacks against fellow Republicans and allies who urge the President to accept the election results. Chip Reid has more.
Trump won't say if he has confidence in Barr
As President Trump continues raging against the outcome of the election, he's turning his anger at Attorney General William Barr, who has not backed the president's unfounded claims of voter fraud. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with the latest.
President Trump "not happy" with AG Barr
President Trump is "not happy" with Attorney General William Barr after Barr says the Justice Department has not yet seen any evidence of widespread voter fraud that would change the outcome of the 2020 election. Paula Reid reports.
Trump declines to say whether he still has confidence in Barr
His comments came after a meeting between the two men described by one White House adviser as "tense."
Barr under fire after contradicting Trump
There are signs that President Trump's support among political allies may be slipping, as he hints that Attorney General William Barr could be next in his post-election purge of officials. Ben Tracy reports.
Trump attacks integrity of election
President Trump posted a long Facebook video where he repeatedly denounced the November election as "rigged," even though Attorney General William Barr said the Justice Department has seen no evidence of election fraud. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with the latest.
Barr: No evidence of widespread voter fraud
Attorney General William Barr publicly broke from President Trump in saying there has been no evidence of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election. Barr's comments, in an interview with the Associated Press, came as President Trump continues to push baseless claims of fraud. AP Justice Department reporter Michael Balsamo, who conducted the interview with Barr, joined to CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss his reporting.
Barr: No evidence of widespread vote fraud
Attorney General William Barr said the Justice Department has not found evidence of widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election. This contradicts President Trump's baseless claims about the election. CBS News' Debra Alfarone joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Feds probe possible bribery-for-pardon scheme
The Justice Department is investigating whether White House officials may have been potentially bribed in exchange for pardons. President Trump called the investigation "Fake News." CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with more on the documents unsealed by a judge.
Barr says no widespread fraud in 2020 election
Attorney General William Barr has debunked President Trump's false claims of rampant ballot fraud in the 2020 election. Ben Tracy reports.
Barr says Justice Department has no evidence of widespread fraud in election
In an interview with The Associated Press, Attorney General William Barr said federal agents have uncovered no evidence that would change the outcome.
Barr: No widespread election fraud
Attorney General William Barr says the Justice Department has not covered any evidence of widespread voter fraud that would change the outcome of the 2020 election. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and Axios White House reporter Alayna Treene spoke to CBSN's "Red & Blue" host Elaine Quijano about the state of the presidential transition.
Critics condemn Trump for pardoning Flynn
Several top Democrats slammed President Trump for pardoning former national security adviser Michael Flynn while many Republicans praised the controversial move. Flynn pleaded guilty twice to lying to the FBI about his conversations with top Russian diplomats during the 2016 election. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge joined CBSN to explain the latest developments and what's next for Flynn.
Justice Department appeals ruling in E. Jean Carroll lawsuit
Substituting the United States for Trump would leave taxpayers responsible for any payout in the case.
Biden slams Trump's refusal to concede election
President-elect Biden blasted President Trump's refusal to concede the election, calling it an "embarrassment" and saying the move could hurt Mr. Trump's legacy. But Mr. Biden's team said that isn't stopping them from moving forward with their transition plans. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy join Elaine Quijano with the latest.
11/10/20: Red and Blue
AG Barr allows prosecutors to probe voter fraud; Sydney Barber makes history at U.S. Naval Academy
Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years for rape and sex assault
France says Iran behind costly grocery store refrigeration hacks
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Trump says he sees no reason to escalate war with Iran
Congress returns for lame-duck sprint after GOP midterm losses
Ole Miss investigating "deeply troubling" video of racist gestures
Former RFK Jr. adviser accuses Trump officials of corruption
Alleged cartel leader wanted by the U.S. is captured in Mexico
SKIMS Advent calendar sparks controversy: "I can get these at Dollar Tree"
