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Trump's Syria withdrawal plan worries allies

Critics say President Trump's decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Syria would jeopardize the coalition's mission and hurt allies, creating a vacuum for ISIS or other terror groups to thrive. Joshua Geltzer is the executive director for Georgetown Law's Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection and former senior director for counterterrorism at the National Security Council. He joins CBSN to explain why President Trump should rethink his decision.

Dec 20, 2018
04:55

Mattis, Pompeo brief House members on Khashoggi murder

The defense secretary and State Department Secretary Mike Pomeo briefed House members on Capitol Hill in a closed-door session a day after CIA Director Gina Haspel briefed a smaller group

Dec 13, 2018

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Senate briefed on U.S.-Saudi relations

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Defense Secretary Mike Pompeo were on Capitol Hill Wednesday to brief senators on U.S.-Saudi relations. But one person was conspicuously not in attendance: CIA director Gina Haspel. CBS News chief Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss.

Nov 28, 2018
08:32

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attends the investment conference in Riyadh

Mattis: "No smoking gun" implicating Saudi prince in Khashoggi killing

The Pentagon chief also said he doesn't believe the U.S. has the audio recording alleged to portray the murder of Jamal Khashoggi

Nov 28, 2018

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WH authorizes use of force for border troops

The White House reportedly will allow troops at the U.S. southern border to use lethal force if necessary. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN from the Pentagon to discuss President Trump's strategy as the Defense Department estimates the border deployment will cost $72 million.

Nov 21, 2018
07:53

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Report: U.S. defense capabilities dwindling

The U.S. military could lose the next war it fights, according to a new report commissioned by Congress. Michael Morell, one of the writers of the report, as well as a CBS News Senior Security contributor and and former acting and deputy director of the CIA joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.

Nov 14, 2018
07:25

Mattis calls for ceasefire in Yemen within next 30 days

The secretary of defense addressed the Saudi-supported conflict in Yemen, calling for a ceasefire in the next 30 days

Oct 30, 2018

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5,200 troops heading to U.S.-Mexico border

The Department of Homeland Security and the Pentagon announced that 5,200 troops will be sent to the U.S.-Mexico border in anticipation of the arrival of a migrant caravan. Reuters Pentagon correspondent Idrees Ali joined CBSN to discuss the latest.

Oct 30, 2018
04:30

Mattis warns Khashoggi murder "must concern us all greatly"

The defense secretary talked about Saudi journalist's murder at a Middle East forum Saturday

Oct 27, 2018

President Trump Holds Rally In Fargo, North Dakota

Trump may ban entry, deny asylum of migrant caravan

The president may use emergency powers to stop the caravan from crossing the U.S. border

Oct 26, 2018

U.S. Secretary of Defense Mattis and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dunford testify to the House Armed Services Committee hearing in Washington

Mattis disputes he's leaving post, says Trump with him "100 percent"

The assertion comes just days after Trump mused on "60 Minutes" about defense secretary leaving his post

Oct 16, 2018

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Mattis says he "never" talked about leaving

Defense Secretary James Mattis is disputing suggestions that he will be leaving his post at the Pentagon. Mattis responded to President Trump's comments on "60 Minutes," telling reporters on his way to Vietnam that he's on the the president's team.

Oct 16, 2018
00:42

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Trump talks Mattis on "60 Minutes"

In an interview airing Sunday on "60 Minutes," President Trump said Defense Secretary James Mattis "may leave" the administration because "at some point, everybody leaves." Susan Page, Washington bureau chief for USA Today, joins CBSN to discuss the weekend's political news.

Oct 14, 2018
07:21

Trump on Mattis: "At some point, everybody leaves"

"I think he's sort of a Democrat, if you want to know the truth," said Trump

Oct 14, 2018

Trump on prospect of Mattis' departure: "At some point, everybody leaves"

"I think he's sort of a Democrat, if you want to know the truth," said President Trump.

Oct 14, 2018
01:08

Trump denies White House chaos

President Trump tells 60 Minutes that reports of chaos within his administration are "fake news," but said more people may be leaving. See the full interview, Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET on CBS.

Oct 13, 2018
01:08

Suspicious envelopes sent to Pentagon, Trump

The FBI is investigating after a pair of suspicious letters sent to the Pentagon tested positive for the poison, ricin. The Secret Service also confirmed Tuesday that a suspicious envelope was addressed to President Trump, but never made it to the White House. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN with the latest developments.

Oct 2, 2018
05:27

2 packages with suspected ricin sent to Pentagon, Navy chiefs

Neither envelope entered the Pentagon; Authorities discovered the packages Monday

Oct 2, 2018

Bob Woodward says he would release "Fear" interview tapes if challenged

But the author of "Fear: Trump in the White House" also says some of the sources must remain confidential

Sep 13, 2018

DOD Commemorates 16th Anniversary Of 9/11 Terror Attacks At Pentagon Memorial

Pence on 9/11 anniversary: "We will not be intimidated"

The administration is marking the 17th anniversary of the attacks on the nation

Sep 11, 2018

Afghanis reflect on years of conflict

Defense Secretary James Mattis visited U.S. commanders in Afghanistan Friday, who are fighting what is now considered to be the longest war in American history. For residents of the region it means a generation living under the shadow of violence. Charlie D’Agata reports from Kabul, Afghanistan.

Sep 8, 2018
02:26

As Mattis visits, an Afghan survivor is haunted by a relentless war

CBS News visits the site of a devastating terror attack, with a young woman who survived it, as U.S. defense chief pays a surprise visit

Sep 7, 2018

Mattis makes surprise visit to Afghanistan

Defense Secretary James Mattis arrived in Afghanistan on Friday for a surprise visit. Mattis is meeting with U.S. military commanders overseeing America's longest war and Afghan President Ashraf Ghani. Charlie D'Agata reports from Kabul.

Sep 7, 2018
01:26

Mattis pays surprise visit to Afghanistan after series of attacks

Expected to meet with Afghan, U.S., NATO military commanders, Afghan leaders as U.S. appears to push for negotiated end to long war

Sep 7, 2018

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U.S. weighs military drills with South Korea

The Pentagon says there are no plans to suspend more joint military drills with South Korea. Defense Secretary James Mattis says the U.S. is resuming small-scale exercises that have been in place since President Trump met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in June. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joins CBSN to explain the latest developments.

Aug 29, 2018
02:36

Car slams into Christmas market in Germany in suspected attack

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Biden's top hostage envoy travels to Syria to ask for help in finding Austin Tice

Hostage envoy Roger Carstens traveled to Syria Friday, making the first known U.S. in-person contact with the caretaker government, and seeking help in finding missing American Austin Tice.

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Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed

The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.

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Here's a fact check on Trump's recent comments about the history of U.S. tariffs

Historians say Trump falsely said he was the only president to collect revenue from tariffs on Chinese goods, among other claims.

6H ago

Christmas Travel Chaos Deepens As Airlines Scrap 800 U.S. Trips

More than 119 million U.S. holiday travelers expected to hit roads, skies

More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.

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Mayorkas warns of "serious" consequences for Homeland Security if government shuts down

Republicans in the House are working to craft a plan to avert a government shutdown just hours before funding for agencies is set to lapse.

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Mayorkas warns of "serious" consequences for Homeland Security if government shuts down

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Dec 19

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Dec 19

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8 convicted of terrorism charges in teacher's 2020 beheading in France

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Hip-hop star reportedly shot dead in parking garage in Sweden

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A 7-year-old girl was killed and at least five other students and a teacher were wounded in a knife attack at a school in Croatia, police said.

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The untold WWII story of "Six Triple Eight"

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Dec 19

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Dec 19

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Dec 19
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Alicia Keys surprises students at alma mater

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Dec 19
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Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban

The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.

Dec 18
01:31

Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"

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Dec 18

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Mar 28
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Dec 18
03:28

FAA: Lithium battery fires on flights now occur nearly twice a week

FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.

Dec 18

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Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling

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Dec 19
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"Murder hornets" eradicated in the U.S., agriculture officials say

Giant hornets, dubbed "murder hornets," have been eradicated in the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first detected in Washington state.

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Dozens injured in Germany Christmas market attack

At least two people are dead and dozens more injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities say the driver of the car was arrested and that it appears to be a deliberate attack. Elaine Cobbe has details.

2H ago
02:13

German Christmas market attack update

At least two people were killed and over 60 were injured after a car crashed into a Christmas market in eastern Germany. Authorities arrested a suspect, saying they believe he acted alone in the deliberate act. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more details.

3H ago
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Toddler killed in German market attack, police say

At least two people, including a toddler, were killed, and at least 60 more hurt, after a car crashed into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, in what authorities said appeared to be a deliberate attack. German police said a Saudi man has been arrested, but a motive has not yet been determined. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz has more.

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Details on suspect in crash at German market

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Dec 18
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