Alex Vindman, Army vet who testified against Trump, enters Florida Senate race
Alex Vindman, a key figure in President Trump's first impeachment, is running for the U.S. Senate in Florida as a Democrat.
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Day 3, Part 15: Final round for Volker, Morrison
Committee members continued their five-minute rounds of questioning, which they could yield to colleagues. They posed questions to Kurt Volker, the former special envoy to Ukraine, and Tim Morrison, the outgoing senior director of European and Russian affairs at the National Security Council and a deputy assistant to the president.
Vindman & Williams impeachment hearing highlights
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, a National Security Council expert on Ukraine, and Jennifer Williams, an aide to Vice President Pence, testified Tuesday in the Trump impeachment inquiry.
Day 3, Part 7: Committee members' questioning
The third day of public hearings in the House impeachment inquiry included five-minute rounds of questioning by Intelligence Committee members, which they could yield to colleagues. Watch this portion of Jennifer Williams' and Alexander Vindman's testimony.
Day 3, Part 8: Nunes' & Schiff's closing remarks
House Intelligence Committee Chairman Adam Schiff and ranking Republican Devin Nunes made closing remarks Tuesday following the testimony of Jennifer Williams and Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, who were on the July 25 call between President Trump and Ukraine's president.
Day 3, Part 4: Vindman's opening statement
Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, who is an expert on Ukraine on the National Security Council, said in his opening statement Tuesday in the third day of public impeachment hearings that he found the July 25 call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky "improper." Watch his opening statement.
W.H. adviser was "concerned" by Ukraine call
For the first time, House impeachment investigators are hearing testimony from someone who was on the call between President Trump and Ukraine's president. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, the White House's top national security expert on Ukraine, says he told his superiors twice that military aid was being improperly tied to politics. Nancy Cordes reports.
Questions about Trump Ukraine call summary
The House impeachment inquiry hears from two more witnesses Wednesday before the full House takes a key vote Thursday. A National Security Council official, Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman, told investigators Tuesday that the official summary of a phone call that led to the impeachment probe is missing some information. Nancy Cordes reports.
Vindman: U.S. mistakes incited war in Ukraine
In his new book, "The Folly of Realism," Ret. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman argues that mistakes made by the U.S. emboldened Russia to invade Ukraine in 2022. Vindman joins "America Decides" to explain his position.
Alexander Vindman on Russia-Ukraine crisis
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, former director for European affairs for the U.S. National Security Council, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and the Biden administration's response to the Russian invasion.
Lt. Col. Vindman: West must not bend to Putin's "nuclear saber-rattling"
The Russia expert tells "CBS Mornings" that the Russian president is facing opposition from the West unlike anything he's faced before, but adds that "He's not a madman. He's not suicidal."
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Vindman on Trump call with Ukraine's leader
Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman is revealing more details about that now-infamous phone call between former President Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Vindman, the former director for European affairs for the U.S. National Security Council, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to talk about his new book, "Here, Right Matters."
Alexander Vindman on truth and its consequences
Twin brothers Alexander and Eugene Vindman, brought to America by their Ukrainian father, had stellar military careers in their adopted country, until Alexander filed a complaint against President Trump for impropriety in his phone call with the Ukrainian president, and later testified at Trump's first impeachment hearing. Correspondent David Martin talked with the Vindmans about duty and the firestorm that ensnared them both when Alexander spoke out, as retold in his memoir, "Here, Right Matters"; and with their father, Semyon, about the meaning of freedom for Soviet émigrés coming to America.
Alexander Vindman on truth and its consequences
The retired Lt. Col. who filed a complaint against Trump over his phone call with the Ukrainian president talks about duty and the firestorm that ensnared him for speaking out, as retold in his memoir, "Here, Right Matters."
Vindman brother files whistleblower complaint alleging retaliation
The Democratic leaders of three House Committees are also asking the Defense Department's acting inspector general to investigate whether he was retaliated against.
Key impeachment inquiry witness says nation's values threatened under Trump
"At no point in my career or life have I felt our nation's values under greater threat and in more peril than at this moment," Alexander Vindman wrote in an op-ed.
Iowa Democratic Party chair didn't use app
CBS News campaign reporter Adam Brewster joined CBSN from Des Moines for an update on the push to recanvass in the Iowa caucuses.
Impeachment inquiry witness Alexander Vindman to retire from Army
Vindman, who was the top Ukraine expert on the National Security Council, was a key witness in President Trump's impeachment inquiry.
Democratic senator blocks 1,123 military promotions over impeachment witness
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, who was an expert of Ukraine at the National Security Council, is expected to be promoted to full colonel.
This week's impeachment headlines
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes join CBSN to recap the recent developments in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump.
House releases more impeachment transcripts
CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis, Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller, and CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to discuss what we've learned from the latest transcripts of testimony by Alexander Vindman and Fiona Hill, which have now been released in the impeachment inquiry against President Trump.
Vindman reported concerns out of "sense of duty"
Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, who is the top expert on Ukraine on the National Security Council, said what he heard on the July 25 call between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was "inappropriate." He said he reported his concerns to the top lawyer at the NSC "out of a sense of duty," believing there were "significant national security implications for our country."
Vindman: Sondland talked about "deliverable"
Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, the top expert on Ukraine on the National Security Council, said U.S. Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland said the Ukrainians would have to provide a "deliverable" in order to get a White House meeting, "which is investigations, specific investigations."
Vindman discusses July 25 call summary
Army Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, the top expert on Ukraine on the National Security Council, discussed Tuesday how the summary of the July 25 call between President Trump and Ukraine's President was handled.
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Tehran threatens to retaliate after U.S. attacks vital Iranian oil hub
President Trump's comments came shortly after he said that the U.S. military had conducted "one of the most power bombing raids" on a vital Iranian oil hub.
How would escorting oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz work?
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
Hamas calls on Iran to stop "targeting neighboring countries"
Hamas called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighboring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself.
Man charged with selling stolen firearm used in Old Dominion shooting
The stolen gun used in the Old Dominion University was sold this week to the shooter for $100, according to a federal law enforcement affidavit.
U.S. offers $10 million, chance to relocate for info on Iran's leaders
The State Department is seeking information on Iran's new supreme leader and nine other "key leaders" in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 people and wounds at least 15
The attack hit four districts, damaging residential buildings, educational institutions and critical infrastructure, officials said.
Pope Leo moves into papal residence eschewed by Pope Francis
His predecessor, Pope Francis, lived in a simple apartment in the Santa Marta guesthouse in the Vatican.
New details emerge on attack at Michigan synagogue and suspect's history
The attacker rammed a vehicle into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield and opened fire, but he was the only one killed, law enforcement officials said.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
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Trump thanks TSA agents working with no pay amid government shutdown
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
Remains of sailor identified more than 8 decades after Pearl Harbor attack
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DOJ moves to drop charges against man who burned American flag outside White House
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The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
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How would escorting oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz work?
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These 2 bills would erase income taxes for millions of Americans
Two Democratic lawmakers are proposing tax reforms that would eliminate federal income taxes for millions of Americans.
Toyota recalls 550,000 Highlander SUVs because seats may fail to lock
Parts defect affecting Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles can increase the risk of injury, according to a safety notice. Here's what to know.
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Trump thanks TSA agents working with no pay amid government shutdown
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
U.S. offers $10 million, chance to relocate for info on Iran's leaders
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DOJ moves to drop charges against man who burned American flag outside White House
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Trump announces Ric Grenell stepping aside as Kennedy Center president
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Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
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Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
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Last summer, the Trump administration announced a voluntary pledge by health insurers to reform prior authorization, but patient advocates and medical providers remain skeptical.
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Pope Leo moves into papal residence eschewed by Pope Francis
His predecessor, Pope Francis, lived in a simple apartment in the Santa Marta guesthouse in the Vatican.
What to know about Kharg Island, the Iranian oil site struck by U.S.
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Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 people and wounds at least 15
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Police chase wild boar wandering in mall with blowgun, riot shields
The wild boar sparked a police response that drew in officers and veterinarians equipped with a tranquilizer gun, shields and even a blowgun.
Hamas calls on Iran to stop "targeting neighboring countries"
Hamas called on Iran to refrain from targeting neighboring countries, while affirming Tehran's right to defend itself.
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Oscars 2026 predictions
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Jay Buchanan performs "Deep Swimming"
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Jay Buchanan performs "Sway"
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "Sway."
Jay Buchanan performs "True Black"
Jay Buchanan is the frontman for the Grammy-nominated rock group Rival Sons. Outside of the band, he's collaborated with Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb. His debut solo album, Weapons of Beauty, is out now. Here's Jay Buchanan performing "True Black."
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A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
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Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
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.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
How Pentagon-Anthropic AI dispute escalated
The Trump administration has blacklisted AI giant Anthropic, labeling it a supply chain risk. The company has sued in response. New York Times tech reporter Sheera Frenkel joins CBS News to break down the feud.
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Players Championship start delayed amid manhunt for murder suspect
Suspect Christian Barrios, 32, shot two people multiple times Friday night, St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said.
Judge in Charlie Kirk murder case makes ruling on media access
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FBI: Synagogue attacker died by suicide
The suspect in the Michigan synagogue attack died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, the FBI said at a news conference on Friday. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi has the latest.
Officials give update on synagogue attack
Officials in Michigan gave an update about Thursday's synagogue car ramming attack that the FBI is investigating as a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community." CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
New details from Virginia, Michigan attacks
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NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
NASA's huge Space Launch System rocket has been repaired and is ready for rollout back to the launch pad next week.
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Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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