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Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the Senate's majority whip, is calling for the preservation of the report and any documentation pertaining to the House Ethics Committee inquiry into former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Illinois Democrat Sen. Dick Durbin tells CBS News he is confident in Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign efforts. Durbin also weighed in on some key Senate races that could impact the balance of power in Capitol Hill.
Senate Democrats are once again pushing for a Supreme Court ethics bill amid new revelations about several justices, including Samuel Alito. Renee Knake Jefferson, professor of law at the University of Houston Law Center, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Five of the most powerful tech CEOs faced intense questioning on Capitol Hill Wednesday over the risks their social media platforms pose to minors. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports on what executives told senators.
Executives of the some of nation's top social media companies are set to testify Wednesday on Capitol Hill. Senators will hear from the leaders of Meta, TikTok, X, Snapchat and Discord on measures being taken to protect minors. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
The Supreme Court stunned Washington on Monday by announcing its adoption of a new code of conduct amid reports that some members accepted gifts and luxury trips from wealthy, politically-aligned individuals. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins "America Decides" to discuss what the code means for the nine justices and the future of the high court.
The Supreme Court adopted a formal code of conduct Monday following months of scrutiny for undisclosed trips and gifts. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford explains what the code says.
The request for testimony follows scrutiny about Justice Clarence Thomas's close ties to a billionaire Republican donor.
Judiciary Committee chair Sen. Dick Durbin calls the allegations in a book by former U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman "astonishing."
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Dick Durbin is asking the Department of Justice to investigate text messages from the day of the January 6 attack on the Capitol that were deleted by members of the Secret Service. This request comes as former Homeland Security officials are also being accused of deleting text messages. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what an investigation would entail and how the missing messages impact the congressional probe.
At least six people are dead after a gunman fired into a crowd of parade goers in Highland Park, Illinois. CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on what we've learned about the person of interest in the case, what we've learned about the victims and what Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin had to say about how the U.S. can combat gun violence.
CBS News' "Red & Blue" goes inside day 3 of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court confirmation hearings with a report from Debra Alfarone on Capitol Hill. Then, CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane and Politico congressional correspondent Nicholas Wu dive deeper into what we've seen so far from the Senate Judiciary Committee, and other issues Congress is facing.
CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBS News about Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's contentious exchange with Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and her response to a question about her stance on the right to bear arms.
For the second time since the pandemic began, Senators will be considering a Supreme Court nominee. But the Omicron variant is complicating some plans on Capitol Hill. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
President Biden has been meeting with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle as he considers his options for a Supreme Court nominee to replace the retiring Justice Stephen Breyer. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green with more.
Senator Tim Scott, a Republican from South Carolina, said Durbin's comment "hurts my soul for my country, for our people."
President Trump's historic impeachment trial officially kicks off Tuesday. Ahead of it, Democrats are intensifying calls for new witnesses to testify in the Senate. Joseph Moreno, a former Justice Department national security prosecutor, joins CBSN to explain the legal arguments on both sides.
Senators Dick Durbin and Patrick Leahy are banned from visiting the Philippines over a provision included in a government spending measure.
A week before the holiday break, Congress is pushing ahead with Trump impeachment and attempting to fund the federal government.
Senate Republicans, including McConnell, have been signaling to the president they would prefer a speedy trial that does not involve calling any new witnesses.
"We may interfere with some tee times here, but we ought to really stand up for the demeanor, the history and the traditions of the Senate," Durbin said.
The Democratic whip says it's not just the president on trial as the impeachment probe moves ahead: "The Senate is on trial too."
This week on "Face the Nation," Lindsey Graham, Dick Durbin, Robert Lightizer. With a week before the holiday break, Congress is ready to push ahead with impeaching the president and attempt to fund the federal government.
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Dick Durbin that aired Sunday, December 8, 2019, on "Face the Nation."
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, we sit down with Senators Lindsey Graham and Dick Durbin. We talk trade with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and the break down the latest 2020 Battleground Tracker poll with Anthony Salvanto.
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
Over the last year, the number of school districts in Ohio that allow staff to be armed quadrupled, with 14% of the state's districts now participating.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts had empty shelves on Monday due to a cyberattack.
Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
President-elect Donald Trump says former Wisconsin Rep. Sean Duffy is his choice for transportation secretary as he continues to roll out picks for his Cabinet.
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump announced he selected former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general.
Two women testified before the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz paid them "for sex," their lawyer told CBS News' Major Garrett.
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
Canada's Bestar recalled wall beds only after learning of dozens of cases in which its beds detached from the walls, feds say.
E. coli outbreaks in food are making headlines, prompting questions about how to stay safe from the bacteria that can cause sickness.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
Ballet dancer Vladimir Shklyarov fell from a fifth-floor balcony after taking painkillers ahead of back surgery, Russian media reported.
Air pollution chokes New Delhi every winter, but this year's smog has already derailed everything from transport and road work to schools.
The sister of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, an American activist killed in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, says her idealistic vision of the U.S. has been shattered.
A Russian lawmaker calls President Biden's decision to let Ukraine fire U.S. missiles deep into Russia a "very big step toward the beginning" of a third world war.
Bernadett "Betty" Szabo, 19, was stabbed multiple times just months after giving birth to a baby boy.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
The much-hyped fight pitting the 58-year-old Tyson against Paul, 27, shattered records but was marred by tech glitches.
Ridley Scott's latest masterpiece revisits the world of ancient Rome with new characters and intense drama. The cast of "Gladiator II" talks to Nate Burleson on working with Scott and carrying forward the spirit of the iconic original.
As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
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.
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
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.
CBS News has learned the case against the man accused of killing a University of Georgia nursing student could be in the hands of the judge as early as Tuesday. Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela, has pleaded not guilty to killing 22-year-old Laken Riley while she was jogging on campus in February. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez has the latest from Athens, Georgia.
Officials say 13 people were shot during two incidents along a New Orleans "second line" parade route. CBS News' Kati Weis breaks down what's known.
Jose Ibarra's trial for the murder of Laken Riley, a student at Georgia's Augusta University College of Nursing, continues as Ibarra's family members are expected to testify on his behalf. CBS News contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the latest in the case.
Two people were killed in two separate shootings along a New Orleans parade route Sunday night. No arrests have been made so far. CBS News national reporter Kati Weis has more.
Jose Ibarra, the man accused in the brutal murder of 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley, is back in a Georgia courtroom. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has the latest on the case.
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
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.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to "drill, baby, drill" on Day 1 in office. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to take a closer look at the environmental impact of some of Trump's potential energy and climate policies.
Americans are bracing for President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariff hikes on imported goods. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady looks at the potential economic impact. Then, small business owner Andy Gossett joins to discuss what the tariffs would mean for his outdoor sporting goods company.
There are signs of progress on at least one front of the conflict in the Middle East. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest on reports of a cease-fire deal between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.
At least two of President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are involved in controversy. Now there are questions about whether Matt Gaetz and Pete Hegseth have the support to get confirmed for their intended roles. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has new reporting.
Spirit Airlines is filing for bankruptcy ahead of the busy holiday travel season. The budget airline has faced multiple setbacks recently, including rising labor costs and a failed merger with JetBlue. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on what this means for travelers.