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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.
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.
In an exclusive interview CBS News' Jan Crawford pressed the attorney general on a number of issues from obstruction to his new review of the Russia investigation
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 tells CBS News' Jan Crawford that the attacks on his character stem from a "hyper-partisan period of time"
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.
In an exclusive interview with "CBS This Morning," the attorney general says Mueller could have said whether he believes the president committed a crime
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."
In an exclusive interview airing on "CBS This Morning" Friday, the attorney general expressed concerns about the way some officials oversaw the Russia probe
In an exclusive interview airing on "CBS This Morning," the attorney general said Mueller could have concluded whether the president broke the law
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.
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.
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has said he has visited Israel more than 100 times over the course of five decades.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
Israel faces a Wednesday deadline to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Amid calls for holiday season boycotts, Sephora and other large retailers refute claims of political donations.
CBS News characterizes control of the House as lean Republican, with a handful of seats still undecided.
The House is leaning toward Republican control, CBS News estimates.
Former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows was charged with two counts in the case brought by Fulton County prosecutors over alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia.
If Trump selects Rubio as Secretary of State, DeSantis would gain the power to appoint a temporary Senate replacement.
The president-elect has announced a number of nominees and appointments since winning a decisive victory in the 2024 election last week.
Returning lawmakers will be choosing the leaders for the next Congress and finishing work on the remaining priorities of the outgoing 118th Congress.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
The long-awaited ruling, related to presidential immunity, could have profound consequences for the case.
Former U.S. Rep. Michael Grimm, a New York Republican who resigned from Congress following a tax fraud conviction, is paralyzed from the chest down.
Jack Teixeira, who admitted he illegally posted sensitive military information in online chat rooms will be sentenced Tuesday.
President-elect Donald Trump and Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida were once political rivals.
The national security adviser is a top aide to the president who plays a major role in foreign and national security policy decision-making.
Capitol riot defendants are citing Trump's election in requests to delay their cases because of his pledge to pardon some convicted of Jan. 6-related crimes.
Trump campaign co-chair Susie Wiles will serve as White House chief of staff, the first woman — Republican or Democrat — ever to hold that position.
President-elect Donald Trump wants his people in place in his administration as soon as possible.
Zeldin said it was an honor to join Trump's administration.
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has said he has visited Israel more than 100 times over the course of five decades.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
Americans have struggled with high grocery costs since inflation soared during the pandemic. Now prices are falling.
Ever use an AirTag to locate lost luggage? Soon airlines will be able to see your bag's AirTag location, too.
Officials who responded to a burning body found a dog nearby. The animal refused to leave the scene.
Italian authorities say forgers tried to sell fake Picasso, Modiglianis and others with help of complicit auction houses.
Americans have struggled with high grocery costs since inflation soared during the pandemic. Now prices are falling.
Ever use an AirTag to locate lost luggage? Soon airlines will be able to see your bag's AirTag location, too.
Amid calls for holiday season boycotts, Sephora and other large retailers refute claims of political donations.
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee has said he has visited Israel more than 100 times over the course of five decades.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
Israel faces a Wednesday deadline to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Amid calls for holiday season boycotts, Sephora and other large retailers refute claims of political donations.
CBS News characterizes control of the House as lean Republican, with a handful of seats still undecided.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to combat "the chronic disease epidemic in this country" in the Trump administration, with the slogan "Make America Healthy Aagain."
The packaging label omitted a key ingredient, prompting a Food and Drug Administration recall.
A CBS News analysis found foodborne illnesses have increased 42% since 2013 in regions the CDC monitors. Recent outbreaks of listeria and E. coli have made headlines nationwide. Nancy Chen shows if consumers are taking the proper steps at home when it comes to safe food storage and preparation.
A new study finds the United States has more heavy drinkers than it did a few years ago before the pandemic began. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains why and what to know about the dangerous trend.
Pandemic-prompted drinking persists, according to a new study that shows a continued increase in alcohol use.
Italian authorities say forgers tried to sell fake Picasso, Modiglianis and others with help of complicit auction houses.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Israel faces a Wednesday deadline to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Facing low birth rates and an aging population, Russia is set to ban any information deemed to promote a "rejection of childbearing."
A paramedic has told a court hearing a civil suit brought by a woman accusing Conor McGregor of raping her in a hotel room that she was found with significant injuries.
Celebrating his Texas roots, Grammy-winning artist Leon Bridges releases "Leon," an album he calls a love letter to the city of Fort Worth.
In today's Mornings Memory, we revisit a 1992 interview with NASCAR legend Richard Petty, who shared his story of resilience after surviving a horrific crash with only a broken ankle.
Touring his new album "Leon," singer-songwriter Leon Bridges talks with Anthony Mason about his music, his connection to Texas and the power of staying grounded.
Comedy legend Paul Reiser is the star of "Mad About You" and "Stranger Things." He returns to stand-up with "Life, Death, and Rice Pudding," his first special in more than 30 years.
Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.
When climate disasters hit, important memories stored in photos and other artifacts can be lost forever. Dave Malkoff takes a look at how technology is being used to help preserve those memories.
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
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.
In Carrara, Italy, a studio is using robots to create sculptures, a move that has traditional sculptors concerned about the future of Italian art. Bill Whitaker explores the clash between technology and heritage on "60 Minutes."
The app crashed the same day Starbucks introduced its holiday menu, preventing customers from placing mobile orders.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would nominate former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to discuss the move.
Multiple wildfires are burning across the Northeastern U.S. and crews say they are making some headway as they battle a massive wildfire in Southern California. Tom Hanson and Tina Patel have the latest.
Officials who responded to a burning body found a dog nearby. The animal refused to leave the scene.
A paramedic has told a court hearing a civil suit brought by a woman accusing Conor McGregor of raping her in a hotel room that she was found with significant injuries.
Jack Teixeira, who admitted he illegally posted sensitive military information in online chat rooms will be sentenced Tuesday.
An Indiana jury on Monday convicted 52-year-old Richard Allen of murder seven years after two teenage girls vanished during a hike. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more on the verdict.
Richard Allen, the man accused in the Delphi double murders, has been found guilty on four counts of murder. The 52-year-old Indiana man faces up to 130 years in prison for the killing of two teens more than seven years ago. Ian Lee reports.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Major U.S. airlines have canceled trips to Haiti after two planes coming from Fort Lauderdale and New York were shot at. CBS News Miami's Tania Francois reports.
A New York judge expected to rule on the matter of presidential immunity in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial has delayed his ruling. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats will have to assess how former President Donald Trump beat Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 elections. This comes as Trump's team begins to take shape and as Republicans begin to raise their hands for leadership positions in Congress. CBS News' Nicole Killion reports.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with President Biden at the White House Tuesday. The two leaders discussed Israel's conflict in the Middle East and the need for more humanitarian aid in Gaza.
The U.S. gave Israel 30 days to help ramp up aid efforts for Gaza. The term is coming to an end and serious hurdles remain for supplies entering certain parts of the strip. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has more.