Trump predicts impeachment inquiry will be a "boon" to GOP
He spoke with reporters as he departed for a NATO summit in London
Impeachment
Intel panel to issue impeachment findings
The House Judiciary Committee is gearing up for its first impeachment hearing on Wednesday. President Trump's lawyers have indicated he will not participate. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN with more on the escalating showdown.
W.H. won't take part in impeachment hearing
The White House says it will not participate in an impeachment hearing scheduled for this week. In a letter to the House Judiciary Committee Sunday, the White House's top lawyer slammed the impeachment investigation as “baseless” and “highly partisan.” Nancy Cordes reports.
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Impeachment inquiry focus shifts to possible charges; Cyber Monday shoppers expected to spend billions
Impeachment updates: Intel Committee reviews impeachment report
Members of the House Intelligence Committee are going over a draft of the report to send to Judiciary.
White House says it won't participate in impeachment hearing
In the letter, White House counsel accused Nadler of intentionally scheduling the hearing to interfere with Trump's trip to the NATO summit in London later this week.
Ukraine report set for Tuesday vote
The House Intelligence Committee is set to review a report on the impeachment inquiry Monday. They are expected to vote to adopt the report on Tuesday, which will send it to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Weijia Jiang previews the upcoming week.
What is Trump's best defense against impeachment?
Our panelists discuss the next steps in the Trump impeachment probe and the latest on the 2020 campaign trail.
Open: This is "Face the Nation"
Today on "Face the Nation," after a brief hiatus for the Thanksgiving holiday, Washington is ready to roll once again on all things impeachment and the 2020 presidential race.
House Judiciary Committee set to hold first impeachment hearing
The House Judiciary Committee is set to hold its first impeachment hearing Wednesday. The panel has offered an invite to President Trump and will decide whether to recommend articles of impeachment against him to the full House. The White House has until Sunday to decide whether it will take part in the impeachment proceedings. Weijia Jiang reports.
Top Republican wants extra witnesses at Judiciary impeachment hearing
The White House is unlikely to send legal representation to the first impeachment hearing by the Judiciary Committee
Will the WH take part in impeachment probe?
President Trump is wrapping up the Thanksgiving break at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida ahead of a major week both at home and abroad. The president is heading to the NATO summit in London, while a new phase of the impeachment inquiry begins on Capitol Hill. Meanwhile, there are new questions over his plans to end the war in Afghanistan after he took a secret trip there to surprise service members. Weijia Jiang reports.
White House gets deadline to decide to participate in impeachment hearings
The president isn't likely to accept the offer to send counsel or attend himself, as CBS News has previously reported.
Trump likely won't appear in impeachment hearing
In the impeachment inquiry, sources tell CBS News that President Trump is likely to reject the Democrats' offer to appear when the House Judiciary Committee starts hearings next week. The pursuits of the president's personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, in Ukraine – and how much of it occurred with the president's knowledge – are central to the inquiry. Weijia Jiang reports.
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White House to determine participation in hearing; Next steps in the impeachment inquiry
Trump offered to appear in impeachment hearings
President Trump is likely to reject a Democratic offer to allow him or his lawyers to appear at upcoming impeachment hearings. But he continues to call the inquiry unfair. Weijia Jiang has the latest.
White House unlikely to take part in hearings
House Judicary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler is allowing President Trump to send lawyers to next week's hearing in the impeachment inquiry. But it's unclear whether the White House will participate. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss the latest in the impeachment inquiry.
Judge temporarily halts order for ex-White House official to testify
The case could have implications for the impeachment inquiry against President Trump
Trump faces next step in impeachment inquiry
The House Judiciary Committee is taking the next step in the impeachment inquiry with a hearing December 4. Chairman Jerry Nadler has invited President Trump and his lawyers to attend, but so far the White House has refused to cooperate. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN from West Palm Beach, Florida, with the latest developments.
Trump released Ukraine aid after complaint: report
A new report could challenge one of the president’s key defenses against impeachment. According to the New York Times, the president released the Ukraine aid he’s accused of withholding for political gain, only after he knew the issue was the subject of a whistleblower complaint. At a rally in Florida Tuesday, the president once again slammed the impeachment process. Weijia Jiang reports.
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House Judiciary to take over impeachment inquiry; Pres. Trump pardons turkey ahead of Thanksgiving.
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Transcripts from closed door hearings released; Newborn Rio Farr gets his voice back
Nadler invites Trump to testify
A top Democrat is inviting President Trump to testify in the impeachment inquiry next week. Mr. Trump didn't answer, but he's repeatedly attacked the probe as unfair. Paula Reid reports.
Democrats release 2 more impeachment inquiry transcripts
Philip Reeker testified behind closed doors on October 26, and Mark Sandy appeared several weeks later, on November 16
Trump tariffs could hike prices for many products, including these items
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What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes hold, fueling new push for Gaza truce
As Israel and Hezbollah cease fire after a year, President Biden says Palestinians in war-torn Gaza also "deserve an end of the fighting and displacement."
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
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Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
New Jersey farmers struggle amid drought conditions
Before temperatures dip to single digits, the cranberry bogs at the Lee Brothers Cranberry Farm will have to be flooded to keep the fragile buds from drying out.
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What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
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Has tipping reached a tipping point?
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How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
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A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
How to safely cook your turkey — and how long to keep leftovers
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Biden administration set to miss chance to lock in new food guidelines
A federal panel has been meeting for months to draft recommendations.
Trump taps Jay Bhattacharya as director of the National Institutes of Health
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who has faced restrictions on social media platforms because of his views, was a critic of pandemic lockdowns and vaccine mandates.
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Russia bombs Ukraine's energy sector as temperatures plummet
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russian "tactics of terror" are clear with the latest massive attack on energy infrastructure as temperatures plummet.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The Script on loss, resilience in new album
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
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.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
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How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
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Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
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Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Drug cartel reeling in huge profits with illegal fishing in Gulf of Mexico
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Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
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Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
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SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
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Sean "Diddy" Combs' latest bail request denied
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Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
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