Sen. Flake speaks on Kavanaugh accusations
In a speech on the Senate floor, the Arizona Republican urged his colleagues to keep an open mind ahead of Thursday's hearing with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford.
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Jeff Flake discusses allegations against Brett Kavanaugh on Senate floor
Kavanaugh has been accused of sexual misconduct by three women
Third Kavanaugh accuser comes forward
Attorney Michael Avenatti has released a sworn statement from a woman named Julie Swetnick who says Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh was present at a high school party where she was a victim of "gang rape." CBSN talks with legal experts about the latest developments.
Woman says Kavanaugh was present while she was "gang raped" during high school
Julie Swetnick, a client of attorney Michael Avenatti, says Brett Kavanaugh and others used to spike drinks at parties
Kavanaugh accuser Deborah Ramirez "willing to testify," lawyer says
Ramirez, the second woman to allege misconduct by the Supreme Court nominee, says he exposed himself to her at a Yale University party in the 1980s
Kavanaugh lawyer says accuser's lie detector test, therapist notes not turned over
Attorney Beth Wilkinson also says Kavanaugh's alleged pattern of excessive drinking in his youth "isn't evidence" of any allegations against him
Female prosecutor to question Kavanaugh
The Senate Judiciary Committee identified the prosecutor who will question Judge Brett Kavanaugh and his accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, in Thursday's public hearing. In a statement, the committee described Rachel Mitchell as a career prosecutor with decades of experience prosecuting sex crimes. Ford accuses Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her in high school, which he denies. Nancy Cordes reports.
Arizona prosecutor to question Kavanaugh accuser
Rachel Mitchell, described as a career prosecutor with decades of experience prosecuting sex crimes, was announced Tuesday night as the person who will question Dr. Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing Judge Brett Kavanaugh of sexual assault when they were teenagers.
Kavanaugh hearing preview
Christine Blasey Ford says she believed Brett Kavanaugh was going to rape her in a written testimony that was released Wednesday by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Former federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the legal ramifications.
Committee vote scheduled for Brett Kavanaugh
The Senate Judiciary Committee announced Tuesday that it has scheduled a vote Friday for Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court for Friday. That vote will come a day after Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing him of sexual assault, testify before lawmakers. Washington Post congressional reporter Sean Sullivan joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest developments.
Kavanaugh vote scheduled for Friday morning
The Senate Judiciary committee is scheduled to vote Friday morning on whether to send Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination to the full Senate. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the latest.
Brett Kavanaugh developments - live updates: Senate Judiciary Committee schedules Friday vote
The administation continues to defend Kavanaugh's character and record as he faces ongoing allegations of sexual assault
Michael Avenatti says he didn't get pranked by 4Chan
The lawyer locked his Twitter account amid rumors that he had been pranked by 4Chan users into representing a fictional woman with allegations against Brett Kavanaugh
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"Dr. Ford could be remembering something that did happen, but I'm very very skeptical of it"
Colbert claims he has Kavanaugh’s 1982 day planner
The "Late Show" host joked one entry supposedly reads, "Remember to save calendar as future evidence"
The science of memories after traumatic events
The accusations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh have started a national conversation about the reliability of past memories
Michael Avenatti reveals details about new Brett Kavanaugh accuser
Attorney says that he has a client who knew Brett Kavanaugh in high school and accused him of setting up girls to be raped
Brett Kavanaugh: "I'm not going anywhere"
Judge Brett Kavanaugh says he's "not going anywhere" in an unusual public defense of his fitness to serve on the Supreme Court. He strongly denied allegations of sexual misconduct from Christine Blasey Ford and Deborah Ramirez during a TV interview Monday night. Nancy Cordes reports.
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Trump doubles down on support for Kavanaugh in face of new allegations
"For people to come out of the woodwork ... in my opinion, it's totally political," Mr. Trump said Monday as Kavanaugh responds to new sexual misconduct accusations
Kellyanne Conway says Kavanaugh allegations feel like "a vast left-wing conspiracy"
White House counselor defends Trump's nominee for U.S. Supreme Court amid allegations of sexual misconduct
#WhyIDidntReport: Hundreds of thousands confide their stories of rape, abuse
After Trump questioned Christine Blasey Ford for not reporting her alleged attack when she was a teen, Twitter lit up with stories of shame and fear by victims who'd kept quiet about sexual assault
People share stories of rape, assault online
A growing number of alleged sexual assault survivors are publicly sharing their stories. The outpouring is in response to President Trump's criticism of Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's accuser. The hashtag #WhyIDidntReport started trending on social media after the president questioned the credibility of Christine Blasey Ford, who claims Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her in high school. Kavanaugh denies the allegation. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Kavanaugh accuser's sister speaks out
The accuser's sister-in-law is speaking out saying that "facts matter" to Christine Blasey Ford -- and that Dr. Ford is hoping the Senate committee treats her fairly. Meg Oliver reports.
Christine Blasey Ford commits to public hearing Thursday, lawyers say
"Despite actual threats to her safety and her life, Dr. Ford believes it is important for Senators to hear directly from her," attorneys wrote in a statement
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Fires in California kill at least 5, scorch Los Angeles area as thousands flee
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New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
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Hollywood Hills scorched as Sunset Fire spreads in Los Angeles
The Sunset Fire started as a brush fire in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills amid windstorm conditions.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
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Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
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Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
Tax refund delays still plague millions of Americans, report says
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
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Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
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Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
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Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
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As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
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Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
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Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
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Iran puts on show of force with war games ahead of Trump's second term
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"Wicked" leads with 4 Screen Actors Guild Award nominations
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Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
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AI is center stage at 2025 CES
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Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
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What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
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