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Todd Blanche has confirmation hearing for attorney general job; Trump overturns ICE order suspending most traffic stops.
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Iowa AG on support for Blanche confirmation
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird joins "The Takeout" to discuss Todd Blanche's record as a prosecutor and make her case for why he should be confirmed as attorney general while the Senate weighs his candidacy.
Argentina reaches World Cup final
Major League Soccer analyst Kacey White joins "The Takeout" to break down Argentina's last-minute semifinal win against England and what to expect from the World Cup final.
103 Democrats vote to cut off aid to Israel
More than 100 House Democrats vote to cut off aid to Israel on Wednesday, the latest flashpoint over support for the U.S. ally. Kendra Barkoff Lamy, former press secretary to then-Vice President Joe Biden, and Marc Short, former Chief of Staff for Vice President Mike Pence, join "The Takeout" to discuss
Matt Dunlap on his campaign for U.S. House
Maine Democrat Matt Dunlap joins "The Takeout" to discuss his race for U.S. House and address Graham Platner's controversial Senate campaign.
U.S.-Iran exchange strikes for 5th day
The U.S. and Iran continued trading strikes on Wednesday as President Trump threatened to start hitting civilian infrastructure. CBS News' national security contributor Samantha Vinograd joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump: ICE will continue traffic stops
President Trump has reversed a decision to suspend most ICE traffic stops following two deadly shootings that garnered national attention. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports and Mark Morgan, who served as acting ICE director during the first Trump administration, joins "The Takeout" to offer his take.
Questions at Blanche and Clayton hearings
Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton had respective confirmation hearings Wednesday for attorney general and director of national intelligence. Major Garrett takes a look at some of the questions they faced before the Senate.
Blanche acknowledges Epstein file "mistakes"
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche acknowledged redaction errors in the release of the Epstein files as he faced intense questioning during his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports.
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11/24: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Judge dismisses James Comey and Letitia James cases; President Trump holds call with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
11/21: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump hosts New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House; Merriam-Webster releases first hardcover in 22 years.
11/20: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump accuses 6 Democratic lawmakers of "seditious behavior"; Zelenskyy meets with U.S. official about peace plan.
11/19: The Takeout with Major Garrett
The Epstein files bill is awaiting President Trump's signature; And the U.S. is hoping to revive Russia-Ukraine peace Talks.
11/18: The Takeout with Major Garrett
House overwhelmingly passes bill to release Epstein files with lone "no" vote; Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits U.S. for the first time since Jamal Khashoggi killing
11/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump changes course and tells House GOP to vote for release of Epstein files; Judge orders DOJ to give grand jury materials to James Comey.
11/14: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Pres. Trump directs Justice Department to probe Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Democrats and banks; Folk rock ballad memorializing sinking of SS Edmund Fitzgerald endures 50 years later
11/13: The Takeout with Major Garrett
House to vote on Epstein files next week as White House tells GOP "don't be fooled" over email release; New book explores Russia's short-lived victory over totalitarianism.
11/12: The Takeout with Major Garrett
House to vote on ending government shutdown; Jeffrey Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email to author Michael Wolff
11/11: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Funding bill moves to the House after Senate passage; 14-year-old Ohio student places first in National Civics Bee
11/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Some Democrats are frustrated after colleagues crossed the aisle to end the shutdown; Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announces a bid for a fourth term.
11/7: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Flight cancellations ramp up at major airports nationwide; NY GOP Rep. Stefanik launches bid for governor
11/6: The Takeout with Major Garrett
FAA to cut flights at 40 major airports due to ongoing government shutdown; President Trump teases cutting off funds to NYC after saying he would "help" Mayor-elect Mamdani.
11/5: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Democrats score victories in all major races on Election Day; Judge orders Justice Department to produce probe records in James Comey case.
11/3: The Takeout with Major Garrett
NYC mayoral candidates make final push ahead of Election Day; New CBS News poll reveals how Democrats view socialism.
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Foreclosures surged 21% in the first half of 2026, new data shows
The state with the biggest jump in foreclosure activity was Idaho, where filings increased 59% compared to the same time last year.
Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Trump fires U.S. attorney in Washington on heels of court appointment
Judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington had appointed Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney in Seattle. But he was fired shortly after.
Navy's Blue Angels investigate after video shows low flyover at Florida beach
The Blue Angels said an aircraft "flew lower than standard profiles, resulting in a disturbance on the beach that affected civilian chairs and umbrellas."
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DHS could weigh use of Medicaid, housing help in green card decisions
Immigration officers could weigh use of Medicaid, food aid and housing help in green card decisions after Trump administration rescinds Biden-era public charge rule.
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Foreclosures surged 21% in the first half of 2026, new data shows
The state with the biggest jump in foreclosure activity was Idaho, where filings increased 59% compared to the same time last year.
U.S. to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports over unfair trade practices
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.
United Airlines anticipates $6 billion in added fuel costs
U.S. airlines say higher jet fuel prices are costing them billions more than they anticipated at the beginning of the year.
Here's what the Common Cents Act means for businesses, consumers
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Subaru recalls more than 541,000 vehicles over labeling error
Erroneous labels on some Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent cars could increase the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
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Trump fires U.S. attorney in Washington on heels of court appointment
Judges on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington had appointed Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney in Seattle. But he was fired shortly after.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
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DHS could weigh use of Medicaid, housing help in green card decisions
Immigration officers could weigh use of Medicaid, food aid and housing help in green card decisions after Trump administration rescinds Biden-era public charge rule.
Sons say they learned father was killed by ICE through video, news reports
Ronaldo Salgado said he learned his father, 52-year-old Mexican immigrant Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, had been shot by an ICE officer in Houston last week through a video posted online that depicted him "screaming" for help.
U.S. citizen departs Iran after being barred from leaving for over a year
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" has departed the country, CBS News learned Wednesday.
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Introducing Norah O'Donnell's new health podcast
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
Alzheimer's blood test may show who's likely to develop it in 5 to 10 years
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
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Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
From Balogun's red card to an upset run, some of the World Cup's biggest stories
Spain is looking to secure a World Cup victory for the first time in 16 years, and Argentina enters Sunday hoping to become back-to-back champions.
Zelenskyy's move to oust popular defense chief draws major backlash
Ukrainians are demonstrating in Kyiv and senior figures announcing their resignations over President Volodymyr Zelenksyy's move to oust his popular defense chief.
U.S. to impose 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports over unfair trade practices
The United States is imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Brazil after finding a range of what it deemed unfair trade practices by the world's 10th-biggest economy.
U.S. citizen departs Iran after being barred from leaving for over a year
A U.S.-Iranian woman who was trapped in Iran on allegations of espionage and collaborating with a hostile state that her attorney called "bogus" has departed the country, CBS News learned Wednesday.
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From the archives: Pat Oliphant and the art of political cartoons
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Pat Oliphant, whose acidic drawings skewering political figures were syndicated in as many as 500 publications around the world, died on July 13, 2026 at age 90. In this April 16, 2000 "Sunday Morning" story, Oliphant talked with Morley Safer about caricature, censorship, and the influence of the first great political cartoonist, 19th century French master Honoré Daumier, whose grotesque drawings of King Louis Philippe led to a curtailment of press freedom in France in 1835.
George Santos to try hand as contestant in grueling TV reality show
George Santos has worn many hats: swindler, congressman, prison inmate, podcast host. The obvious next gig? Reality TV show contestant.
"Jurassic Park" star Sam Neill's cause of death revealed
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
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Meta announces new safety features
Meta announced it is introducing new features to help protect teens using Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp, including alerting a parent if their child discusses self-harm with one of its AI chatbots. Kelly O'Grady explains.
Samsung set to unveil new foldable phones
Tech giant Samsung is set to debut a new line of foldable phones at its Galaxy Unpacked event next week. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Details on New York data center moratorium
New York has become the first state in the U.S. to impose a moratorium on the construction of massive AI data centers. The pause takes effect immediately and halts the construction of new data centers for up to a year. Paris Marx, a technology podcast host, joins CBS News to discuss.
Backlash grows nationwide over data centers
There's growing backlash nationwide against AI data centers and now New York is hitting pause. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order to delay the building boom. Kelly O'Grady has more.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
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.
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Sons of man killed by ICE agent speak out
Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., the sons of the Mexican man who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about their father's death.
New details emerge in Nolan Wells case
Newly obtained GPS data from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources tracks the movements of the boat that Mississippi teen Nolan Wells was on before he went missing. Wells was found dead after a Fourth of July boat trip to Horn Island with friends. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest on the investigation.
Councilwoman shot, husband killed in Mexico near U.S. border
Maria de Jesus Quijada was shot at while traveling in a vehicle with her family. Her husband did not survive.
Biddeford, Maine, mayor on ICE shooting
Liam LaFountain, mayor of Biddeford, Maine, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his town's response to Monday's incident where an ICE officer shot and killed a man.
Nolan Wells' family meets with Mississippi DA
The parents of Nolan Wells and their legal team received assurances from the Mississippi district attorney on Wednesday that the investigation into the teenager's death would be thorough. Skyler Henry has more details on the case.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
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.
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Epstein survivor testifies at Blanche hearing
Dani Bensky, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein, gave an emotional testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee during Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing. She detailed how the release of the Epstein files resulted in privacy and safety concerns, job loss and reputational harm.
Key senators undecided on Todd Blanche
Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing continues Thursday with witness testimony, as some key Republican senators remain undecided on whether to appoint him to the permanent role as attorney general. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more.
Sons of man killed by ICE agent speak out
Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Salgado Jr., the sons of the Mexican man who was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Houston, spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez about their father's death.
Sen. Ossoff presses Jay Clayton on 2020
President Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, refused to answer who won the 2020 presidential election during a confirmation hearing. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump is expected to make a primetime speech Thursday night. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more.
Trump to speak on election security, sources say
President Trump is set to give a primetime speech Thursday night, where he's expected to accuse China of meddling in U.S. elections, sources said. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more on what to expect from Mr. Trump's speech, and CBS News election law contributor David Becker also joins to discuss.