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President Biden awarded the nation's second-highest civilian honor to 20 Americans on Thursday, including House Jan. 6 committee leaders Rep. Bennie Thompson and former Rep. Liz Cheney. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more on why Mr. Biden picked them and the House speaker vote.
In a wide-ranging interview on NBC's "Meet the Press," President-elect Donald Trump said members of the House Jan. 6 committee "should go to jail." CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Rep. Bennie Thompson, former chairman of the House Jan. 6 select committee, urged Americans to "choose democracy, not political violence" and warned about the dangers of a second Trump presidency in his speech at the Democratic National Convention.
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Rep. Bennie Thompson, former chair of the House Jan. 6 committee, joined CBS News to discuss the arraignment of former President Donald Trump. "No one is above the law," the Mississippi Democrat said. "Not even the president of the United States."
Rep. Bennie Thompson, chair of the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, opened the panel's final public session by calling for accountability to help ensure nothing like it happens again. Watch his opening statement.
It was a busy day in Washington, with the Justice Department issuing subpoenas in its 2020 election probe, the House Jan. 6 committee saying it will make criminal referrals to the DOJ, and congressional leaders holding a ceremony to honor officers who defended the Capitol during the riot. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins "Red and Blue" to break it all down.
Top House and Senate leaders held a ceremony to honor the officers who defended the Capitol on January 6, awarding them Congressional Gold Medals. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on the ceremony, and the snub to some GOP lawmakers. Plus, he reports on new information that the House select committee is planning criminal referrals to the Justice Department.
But a House select committee in a statement later Tuesday did not say that criminal referrals were a certainty.
Congress is investigating the crisis that left 150,000 people in Mississippi's capital city without running water for several days in late summer.
The January 6 House select committee is holding its ninth public hearing Thursday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane discussed what the panel is expected to share, including potential testimony from Ginni Thomas.
The House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot is gearing up for its first public hearing in months on Wednesday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on what the panel is expected to present, including evidence obtained from the Secret Service. He also reports on the start of the trial for Oath Keepers leader Stewart Rhodes and four associates on charges of seditious conspiracy.
Jan. 6 committee chairman Bennie Thompson opened Thursday's primetime hearing by describing former President Donald Trump's inaction on Jan. 6., 2021, when a violent mob invaded the Capitol. Thompson recently tested positive for COVID-19 and gave his statement in a video address.
Opening arguments are expected to begin Tuesday in Washington in the criminal trial of Steve Bannon. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane discusses what's ahead for the former Trump White House strategist, who is facing two counts of criminal contempt of Congress for his refusal to cooperate with the Jan. 6 committee's investigation into the riots, and what's next for the committee.
Rep. Liz Cheney, the vice chair of the house committee investigating the Jan. 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol, said Tuesday that former President Donald Trump attempted to contact a witness. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest on the hearings.
The select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol has postponed the hearing scheduled for Wednesday. CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
The House Jan. 6 committee has released never-before-seen video and testimony about the attack on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News election law contributor David Becker says this new evidence may help any investigation carried out by the Department of Justice. He spoke with CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about what came out of the committee's first public hearing.
The House Jan. 6 committee's first public hearing is halfway through. So far, it has featured never-before-seen video testimony from that day. "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell is joined by CBS News' Nikole Killion, John Dickerson, Nancy Cordes, Robert Costa and Scott MacFarlane to provide analysis.
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the Capitol kicks off its public hearings in prime time Thursday night. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what to expect on the first night and the other witnesses we will hear from as the hearings get underway.
The House select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol will hold eight public hearings in June. This comes as a second member of the far-right extremist group, the Oath Keepers, pleaded guilty in connection to the insurrection. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss.
CBS News and The Washington Post have obtained White House records of former President Trump's activities on the day of the January 6 Capitol attack. They reveal a more than 7-hour gap in entries in his call log and daily diary, raising questions about what Trump was doing at the time and whether he was making calls on so-called burner phones, which are disposable and untraceable. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane have the latest.
Congressman Bennie Thompson, the chairman of the House committee investigating the January 6 attack, says the panel has "had conversations" with former Attorney General William Barr.
Thursday will mark one year since pro-Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, temporarily interrupting the confirmation of the Electoral College results. CBS News congressional correspondent Kris Van Cleave joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest, including that members of the committee said they have "firsthand testimony" that Ivanka Trump tried to get her father to take action as the violence unfolded.
Former Trump White House strategist Steve Bannon is facing two criminal charges after defying subpoenas from the House select committee investigating the January 6 assault on the Capitol. Another Trump administration official could also soon be held in contempt of Congress. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports, and CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins CBSN to discuss what this means for the rest of the investigation.
The following is a transcript of an interview with Congressman Bennie Thompson that aired Sunday, October 24, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
Dr. Meredith Evans says Jimmy Carter's compassion and authenticity are woven throughout the museum, starting with his childhood in the rural farm communities of Plains and nearby Archery.
Congressional Republicans proposed $188 million in cutbacks to the agency this year, alleging the ATF overreaches and places too many restrictions, including on pistol braces.
Millions in the U.S. are in the path of the first major winter storm of the year, which is expected to dump snow and ice and create dangerous conditions from the Central Plains to the East Coast.
Starting Sunday, drivers will pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
At least 14 people were killed after a driver slammed into a crowd celebrating New Year's on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
The 19-year-old suspect was arrested and held without bond after several homemade explosive devices were found in a vehicle believed to have been stolen, officials said.
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
Angela Craig's autopsy revealed she had been poisoned. Police claim the evidence points to her husband James — alleging he purchased potassium cyanide and arsenic and laced her protein shakes with poison.
Congressional Republicans proposed $188 million in cutbacks to the agency this year, alleging the ATF overreaches and places too many restrictions, including on pistol braces.
The 19-year-old suspect was arrested and held without bond after several homemade explosive devices were found in a vehicle believed to have been stolen, officials said.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
Centered on mythical methamphetamine cookers Walter White and Jesse Pinkman, the series wrapped up more than a decade ago, but its legacy continues to draw looky-loos to the home.
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.
American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.
The Biden administration blocked the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel. Here's what that could mean for the once iconic American company.
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
Dr. Meredith Evans says Jimmy Carter's compassion and authenticity are woven throughout the museum, starting with his childhood in the rural farm communities of Plains and nearby Archery.
Congressional Republicans proposed $188 million in cutbacks to the agency this year, alleging the ATF overreaches and places too many restrictions, including on pistol braces.
President Biden has made it clear that Israel has the right to defend its citizens as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
The nation's highest civilian honor will be presented to 19 people at the White House later Saturday.
The U.S. Surgeon General has called for new warning labels on alcoholic beverages that warn of a link between drinking and cancer. The announcement sent shares of alcohol stocks tumbling, but such labels are still a long way off, especially with the change in presidential administrations just two weeks away. Here's what to know about the warning.
The U.S. surgeon general is now recommending a new label on alcohol products that warns of the risks of cancer, similar to the warning labels on cigarettes. A new advisory says alcohol consumption is one of the leading preventable causes of cancer, behind smoking and obesity. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.
Looking to boost your nutrition this year? The Mediterranean diet has topped the U.S. News & World Report's annual diet list again. Here's what to know.
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said Saturday he will resign in the coming days.
President Biden has made it clear that Israel has the right to defend its citizens as the American ally presses forward with its war against Hamas in Gaza.
On a lakeside peninsula in Eastern Africa, archaeologists have found clues about a society that lived there over 3 million years ago.
Tomiko Itooka, who loved bananas and a yogurt-flavored Japanese drink called Calpis, was born on May 23, 1908.
Thailand's youngest-ever leader has more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million, as well as property in London and Japan, her party said.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
The band Franz Ferdinand formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 2002, then released their self-titled debut album two years later. Their fame skyrocketed, and in the past 20 years, they've released five studio albums and been nominated for Grammy Awards. Their sixth album, "The Human Fear," is set to be released next week. Now, from that album, here is Franz Ferdinand with "Bar Lonely."
The band Franz Ferdinand formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 2002, then released their self-titled debut album two years later. Their fame skyrocketed, and in the past 20 years, they've released five studio albums and been nominated for Grammy Awards. Their sixth album, "The Human Fear," is set to be released next week. Now, from that album, here is Franz Ferdinand with "Night Or Day."
The band Franz Ferdinand formed in Glasgow, Scotland in 2002, then released their self-titled debut album two years later. Their fame skyrocketed, and in the past 20 years, they've released five studio albums and been nominated for Grammy Awards. Their sixth album, "The Human Fear," is set to be released next week. Now, from that album, here is Franz Ferdinand with "Audacious."
Screenwriter Steven Knight brought the final days of late opera singer Maria Callas to the screen in the new film "Maria," starring Angelina Jolie. Knight, who is also a producer and director, is also known for his work on the television hit "Peaky Blinders." He opened up to CBS Saturday Mornings' Dana Jacobson about how he brings stories to life.
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
Matthew Edgar, who claimed to have no memory of how his ex-girlfriend was killed, was convicted of Livye Lewis' murder while on the run from authorities in Texas.
Angela Craig's autopsy revealed she had been poisoned. Police claim the evidence points to her husband James — alleging he purchased potassium cyanide and arsenic and laced her protein shakes with poison.
The crowds began returning to Bourbon Street in New Orleans and memorials grew as the city processed the deadly truck attack this week that killed 14 people. Omar Villafranca has more.
After a party in Hemphill, Texas, Livye Lewis is discovered dead and her ex-boyfriend Matthew Edgar is found bloodied on the ground nearby. What happened along the side of the road where they were discovered?
New Orleans is ramping up security in the aftermath of the New Year's Day terror attack that killed 14 people and wounded dozens more. The city is set to host the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras celebrations in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, investigators revealed that bomb-making materials were found inside the attacker's home in Houston and the Airbnb where he was staying. Omar Villafranca has more.
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Steve Dettelbach, the director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, warned that President-elect Donald Trump's plans to reduce funding for the agency could risk lives. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Meredith Evans, director of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, told Nikole Killion about a letter she wrote to President Jimmy Carter when she was just 4 years old. She also reflected on his compassion and authenticity.
President Biden on Saturday awarded 19 recipients with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian distinction. Honorees included former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall, basketball star Magic Johnson and others.
Beginning Sunday, New York City will implement a first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan designed to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements. Ali Bauman has more details.
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with Jericka Duncan.