Senators react to Brett Kavanaugh confirmation vote outside of Judiciary Committee hearing
While senators testified inside the Judiciary Committee hearing, some Democrats left in protest and spoke to reporters outside
Christine Blasey Ford
Sen. Flake confronted by protesters
After Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Arizona, announced plans to vote for Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court, he was stopped by protesters in a Capitol Hill elevator. "You're telling all women that they don't matter, that they should just stay quiet," one woman cried. "You're telling me that my assault doesn't matter ... and that you're going to let people who do these things into power."
Kavanaugh wrongly claimed he could drink legally in Maryland as a teen
Brett Kavanaugh has repeatedly said he was legally allowed to consume beer as a prep school senior in Maryland
What do high schoolers think about the Kavanaugh allegations?
A panel of current Chicago-area high school students discuss the relevance of these hearings for young people today
What do teens think of Kavanaugh allegations?
Christine Blasey Ford testified Thursday she was sexually assaulted by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh? when they were both in high school. Kavanaugh strongly denied the claim. Much of Thursday's hearing focused on the time when they were teenagers. Adriana Diaz sat down with a panel of current, Chicago-area high school students to hear their thoughts not only on the allegations, but also the relevance of these hearings for young people today.
Alyssa Milano on Kavanaugh hearing
Actress and Me Too supporter Alyssa Milano was a visible presence inside the committee room at the Senate hearing of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford, who accuses Kavanaugh of sexual assault in high school. Milano revealed last week that she didn't tell her parents for 30 years that she'd been sexually assaulted. CBS News spoke with Milano about the Me Too movement's role in the Kavanaugh showdown.
Kellyanne Conway: Christine Blasey Ford "absolutely was wronged"
Counselor to President Trump says she found Christine Blasey Ford's testimony "compelling" and "very sympathetic"
Sen. Klobuchar on Kavanaugh temperament
Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar asked Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh during his Senate hearing if he had ever blacked out from too much alcohol. "I don't know, have you?" Kavanaugh responded. He went on to apologize later on. Christine Blasey Ford accuses Kavanaugh of sexual assault in high school. Klobuchar joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the judge's temperament and the Republican senators' strategy.
Kavanaugh friend implicated by accuser responds to her testimony
Mark Judge says he does "not recall the events described by Dr. Ford in her testimony before the US Senate Judiciary Committee"
American Bar Association: Kavanaugh nomination should wait for FBI probe
Trump's Supreme Court nominee repeatedly cited the group's previous vetting of his past during heated testimony before senators -- now ABA says nomination should wait
"We have not come very far at all": Correspondent who covered Anita Hill on Christine Blasey Ford testimony
"The fact that she is still, 27 years later, afraid to make an accusation that she really believes is just exactly the way that Anita Hill was," Braver said
Top takeaways from Christine Blasey Ford, Brett Kavanaugh hearing
The hearings on Thursday exposed the cultural divide in the country about handling allegations of sexual assault
Feinstein says she and her staff did not leak Ford's story
The Intercept Washington bureau chief Ryan Grim tweeted: "Feinstein's staff did not leak the letter to The Intercept"
Brett Kavanaugh angrily defends himself in extraordinary testimony
Supreme Court nominee denied all allegations of sexual assault and lashed out at Senate Democrats over the nomination process
Ford and Kavanaugh make their cases in dramatic, wrenching testimony
Thursday marked one of the most dramatic days on Capitol Hill, as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh testified about accusations of sexual assault
Judiciary Committee to hold Kavanaugh vote Friday, senators say
The Judiciary Committee is still expected to vote Friday on his nomination, and if it does, the full Senate could vote as early as Monday
Brett Kavanaugh's yearbook jokes explained
The Supreme Court nominee offered his own explanations for jokes that were speculated to refer to sexual exploits and binge drinking
White House on testimony
White House officials say they're pleased with Brett Kavanaugh's tone during testimony Thursday. He denies accusations that he sexually assaulted Dr. Christine Blasey Ford when they were teenagers. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Kavanaugh & Ford hearing
Dr. Christine Blasey Ford testified Thursday that Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh assaulted her at a party when they were teenagers. Kavanaugh denied the claims. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports on a dramatic, emotional day on Capitol Hill.
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Feinstein: "I did not leak" Ford allegations
After Republican Sen. Ted Cruz accused Sen. Dianne Feinstein or her staff of leaking Christine Blasey Ford's allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, Feinstein interrupted to say she didn't leak it and she believed her staff did not either.
Kavanaugh on whether accuser is political
Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., asked Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh if he thinks his accuser, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, is a political operative. After Kavanaugh answered, "My family has no ill will toward Dr. Ford," Booker said, "She is not a political pawn ... she is not part of the Clintons' efforts to get some kind of revenge."
Kavanaugh calls Swetnick accusation "a farce"
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh emphatically denied allegations of sexual assault leveled by Christine Blasey Ford, Deborah Ramirez and Julie Swetnick. At Thursday's Senate hearing he said, "The Swetnick thing is a joke. That is a farce!"
Graham: "This is the most unethical sham"
During a hearing Thursday, Sen. Lindsey Graham slammed Democrats for the handling of sexual assault accusations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. He called the situation "the must unethical sham" of his time in politics, and said, "The American people will see through this charade."
Brett Kavanaugh's opening statement
Watch the opening statement by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh at Thursday's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing into Christine Blasey Ford's accusation of sexual assault. He furiously denied the allegations and called the confirmation process "a disgrace."
Congress certifies Trump's 2024 victory, 4 years after Capitol attack
Congress formally cemented President-elect Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election after counting the votes of the Electoral College.
Justin Trudeau to resign as Canada's prime minister and Liberal Party leader
Justin Trudeau's leadership has faced significant challenges in the wake of the COVID crisis, leading to a loss of confidence among Canadians from various backgrounds.
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Pentagon agrees to historic legal settlement with LGBTQ+ veterans
If approved by a federal judge, the agreement means the military would help thousands of veterans seek honorable discharges.
Miami Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks for Jan. 6 Trump pardon
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
Biden visits New Orleans amid mourning over New Year's truck attack
The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism.
Texas warning of "maneater" screwworms that lay eggs in flesh
Just one fly can lay up to 300 eggs at a time and is drawn "to the odor of a wound or natural opening on a live, warm-blooded animal."
Trump transition falling short of hiring goals, sources say
Offer letters is expected to go out Monday to political appointees in Trump's incoming administration, sources say.
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3-year-old dies, raising death toll in Honolulu fireworks explosion to 4
A 3-year-old boy has died of injuries in the massive explosion of fireworks at a home in Honolulu on New Year's Eve.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settle divorce, ask judge to approve
Court documents show Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settled their divorce back in September and are now asking for a judge to approve the breakup.
McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
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McDonald's says it is rolling back some of its diversity practices
McDonald's joins other major corporations in unwinding its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Winter storm brings power outages, leaving consumers in the dark
Hundreds of thousands of households across southern and eastern U.S. states were without power Monday.
Insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs, questioning medical need
Only 30% of beneficiaries who lost a limb in 2016 received a prosthesis within three years, a report found.
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Miami Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks for Jan. 6 Trump pardon
Enrique Tarrio is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon.
U.S. transfers 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo, leaving just 15 in custody
The U.S. has transferred from Guantanamo Bay's detention facility to Oman 11 Yemeni detainees who were never charged with crimes.
Trump will appear by video at New York "hush money" sentencing, prosecutors say
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced for his conviction in the New York "hush money case" on Friday.
Rudy Giuliani found in contempt of court
A judge has found Rudy Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to properly respond to requests for information in response to a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers.
Inside Trump's White House: a new occupant in one of the prime offices
West Wing office space has long been a status symbol in official Washington where proximity and access to the president can equate to influence.
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First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana
For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.
What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana after severe case of H5N1
The Louisiana patient was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu in the first death in the U.S. caused by the H5N1 virus.
FDA sets limits on lead in some baby foods
But consumer advocates say the Food and Drug Administration's new guidance on lead limit in baby food doesn't go far enough.
How to read new food label standards
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Moss explains the FDA's new rules for "healthy" food labels, limits on added sugars, and the push for alcohol warning labels.
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What to know about the HMPV virus reported in China
The human metapneumovirus is reportedly surging in China, but should Americans be concerned? Here's what to know about HMPV symptoms and more.
Woman arrested after poisoned Christmas cake kills 3 family members
Three women died and three other relatives fell ill after eating the cake during a family get-together on December 23, officials said.
Giant bluefin tuna the size of a motorcycle sells for $1.3 million
It is the second highest price paid at the opening auction of the year in Tokyo's main fish market since comparable data started being collected in 1999.
Venezuelan opposition leader who says he defeated Maduro meets with Biden
The United States and many European countries have rejected Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's claim of winning the election.
Tourist killed by elephant while she was bathing animal at sanctuary
A stressed elephant killed a Spanish tourist while she was bathing the animal at a sanctuary in southern Thailand, police said.
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settle divorce, ask judge to approve
Court documents show Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck settled their divorce back in September and are now asking for a judge to approve the breakup.
Arthur Brooks on why small New Year's resolutions are better
Harvard professor Arthur Brooks says making smaller New Year's resolutions can actually help them stick and lead to greater happiness.
Big winners from the Golden Globes
Demi Moore accepted her first-ever Golden Globe award for her role in the horror movie "The Substance." Other big winners include the musical "Emilia Perez" and the drama "The Brutalist," which won best film. Entertainment Tonight's Nischelle Turner has more.
Highlights from the 82nd Golden Globes
Nikki Glaser made her hosting debut at the 82nd Golden Globes, where "Emilia Perez" and "Shogun" each won four awards. Entertainment Tonight's Kevin Frazier and Nischelle Turner share the night's biggest moments.
June Squibb on her "Thelma" role
June Squibb, best known for her Oscar-nominated role in "Nebraska," stars in the action-comedy "Thelma." She plays a grandmother determined to outsmart a scammer. She joins "CBS Mornings."
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What to know about car rental app Turo
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's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
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 agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
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Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
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Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
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.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
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Biden visits New Orleans after truck attack
President Biden visited New Orleans on Monday and met with the families of the victims of the deadly New Year's Day truck attack. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca is on Bourbon Street with the latest on the investigation.
FBI releases New Orleans attacker video
The FBI has released new video in the probe of the New Orleans Bourbon Street attack that occurred on New Year's Day. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
Heavy security in D.C. on Jan. 6
Security is tight in Washington, D.C., four years after the Capitol attack during the 2020 election certification process. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports on the measures taken to keep the nation's capital safe.
Some Jan. 6 rioters had prior records
At least 159 of the Jan. 6, 2021, convicts who have been sentenced have prior criminal records, according to a CBS News investigation. Steve Reilly breaks down the data.
New Orleans officials knew risk years before Bourbon Street attack
A confidential report warned that bollards needed to be fixed. New Orleans didn't start to replace them for five years.
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
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Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
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Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
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Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
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Biden honors New Orleans attack victims
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended an interfaith service in New Orleans on Monday in honor of the victims of last week's deadly truck attack on Bourbon Street. Mr. Biden pledged to make every resource available to complete the investigation quickly.
Top political risks that could arise in 2025
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Blinken: Israel-Hamas talks in homestretch
Israel has vowed to catch the perpetrators after gunmen killed three people and wounded seven others in an attack on a bus carrying Israelis in the West Bank. It comes as outgoing U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says he maintains hope that a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas could be reached in the near future. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
New York City congestion fees: What to know
Monday marked the first weekday that thousands of drivers in New York paid congestion price fees when entering parts of Manhattan. Passenger vehicles will now pay as much as $9 to drive past 60th Street during peak hours. CBS News New York reporter Elijah Westbrook has more on the city's congestion prices.
Harry Dunn on Jan. 6 four years later
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