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Kushner security clearance
Security clearance for Jared Kushner, senior adviser to President Trump and Mr. Trump's son-in-law, has been downgraded. That means the president's son-in-law will no longer be allowed to view top-secret intelligence information. "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan reports.
Jared Kushner's security clearance downgraded
The security clearance for Jared Kushner, President Trump's son-in-law and adviser, has been downgraded. Sources say there is concern Kushner could be manipulated by foreign officials. "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan reports.
Trump: Kushner clearance up to Kelly
President Trump says his chief of staff, John Kelly, will make any decisions as to whether extend the interim security clearance of Mr. Trump's son-in-law and adviser.
Kushner Co. court case
A judge ruled Friday that Kushner Co., the real-estate company once ran by Jared Kushner, could not keep the identities of its business partners secret.
Trump disavows Bannon
President Trump has responded to comments made by former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon about the 2016 Trump Tower meeting between Donald Trump Jr. and a group of Russians. In a statement, the president disavowed Bannon, saying that he has "nothing to do with me or my presidency." Reena Ninan reports.
Flynn plea deal fallout
Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn plead guilty Friday to lying to the FBI and is cooperating with special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 election. Jared Kushner reportedly instructed Flynn to talk to the Russian ambassador about sanctions. CBS News justice correspondent Jeff Pegues joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" from Washington to discuss what we know about the level of Flynn's cooperation and where the investigation is headed from here.
Flynn pleads guilty
Michael Flynn on Friday pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI. CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Business Insider political correspondent Natasha Bertrand joined CBSN to break down the White House's response to this development.
Kushner involvement
CBS News has learned that it was President Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser Jared Kushner and former deputy national security adviser K.T. McFarland were the transition team officials who spoke with Michael Flynn about his Russian contacts. CBS News senior White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to discuss the implications of this development.
Flynn plea
Former national security adviser Michael Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI Friday as part of special counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to break down Flynn's history -- and what we might be able to expect next from this investigation.
Kushner interviewed
CBS News has confirmed that White House advisor Jared Kushner was interviewed by special counsel Mueller's office earlier this month. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest.
Russia investigation latest
Special counsel Robert Mueller will soon interview top White House officials as part of his investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 election. Meanwhile, CBS News has also confirmed Donald Trump Jr. met with a man with deep ties to the Kremlin. Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest developments.
Mueller probe latest
CBS News has learned that Special Counsel Robert Mueller has asked the Justice Department to hand over documents related to the firing of former FBI Director James Comey. Business Insider political correspondent Natasha Bertrand joins CBSN to discuss the implications of the request.
Kushner back in spotlight
Jared Kushner's lawyer is pushing back after a Senate committee said President Trump's son-in-law had not been fully forthcoming in its investigation into Russian interference in last year's presidential election. Kushner's attorney says his client encouraged others in the Trump campaign to decline meetings with foreigners. Jeff Pegues reports.
Russia probe
CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joined CBSN to discuss the latest on the Russia investigation, including the Senate Judiciary Committee's interest in information about a Russian national requesting a meeting with then-candidate Trump in May 2016.
11/17/17: CBSN Evening News
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Kushner questions
Top members of the Senate Judiciary committee looking into Russian meddling say senior White House adviser and President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner withheld information. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the details.
Jared Kushner and WikiLeaks
The top Republican and Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee said Thursday that President Trump's son-in-law withheld information about his contacts with WikiLeaks during the 2016 campaign. Jeff Pegues reports.
Skiing on tax dollars
Trump kids' ski vacation incurs over $300,000 in security costs, according to records obtained by a Freedom of Information Act request.
WH aides’ personal email
The Trump administration is defending itself after it was revealed that several members of the president's inner circle used personal email accounts to conduct government business. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with his latest reporting.
Steve Bannon on Kushner & Ivanka
In Steve Bannon's "60 Minutes" conversation with Charlie Rose, the former White House chief strategist shared his thoughts on Jared Kushner, the president's senior adviser and son-in-law, Ivanka Trump, and the factions within the administration.
8/24/17: Red and Blue
President Trump had no public events Thursday, but he kept Americans updated by tweeting frequently; Where in the world is Jared Kushner?
Kushner Co. under scrutiny
The controversial EB-5 visa program grants green cards to wealthy foreigners in exchange for a $500,000 investment in U.S. jobs. President Trump's son-in-law and special adviser Jared Kushner's family company has used them to attract foreign money for development projects. Anna Werner reports.
Rep. Trey Gowdy on Jeff Sessions
Republican Congressman Trey Gowdy is a member of the House Intelligence Committee that heard testimony from Jared Kushner on Tuesday. He also became chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee last month. Gowdy joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to talk about President Trump's clash with Attorney General Sessions and the possible future of special counsel.
Kushner testimony
President Trump's son-in-law and adviser Jared Kushner claims he had no "improper contacts" with Russian officials. Today, he appears before a House Intelligence Committee panel, after giving similar Senate testimony yesterday. The Hill's White House correspondent Jordan Fabian joins CBSN with the more.
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Iran announces new strikes on U.S. targets hours ahead of Trump speech
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
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NASA resolves Artemis II safety system issue, says launch a go for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.
Trump indicates he'll try to pull U.S. out of NATO
President Trump has told Britain's Telegraph newspaper he could try to terminate U.S. membership in NATO. He's railed against NATO allies for refusing to join the Iran war.
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
Trump says he may withdraw U.S. from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress.
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
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How high could oil and gas prices go if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed?
"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
The Texas-based company could go public with a valuation of more than $1.75 trillion, making it the largest IPO in history.
Will the Iran war slow U.S. hiring? Economists say risks are rising.
With oil prices rising and hiring already slowing, economists warn the Iran war could further weigh on U.S. job growth.
Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
Gas prices hit $4.06 a gallon before Trump's prime-time address
U.S. gasoline prices continue to inch higher after crossing the $4 a gallon threshold on Tuesday for the first time since 2022.
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State Department overhauls Foreign Service Officer Test
The State Department announced Wednesday that it is modifying the Foreign Service Officer Test to reflect the foreign policy goals of the Trump administration.
Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
Trump says he may withdraw U.S. from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress.
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
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Trump's address on Iran war tonight will lay out timeframe for ending conflict
President Trump is updating the nation on U.S. operations in Iran as he threatens to withdraw from NATO.
Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
A video shows the moment when the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, steams toward the stern of the fishing vessel.
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U.S. commandos in Ecuador for mission targeting alleged narco-terrorists
American commandos joined Ecuadorian troops in a joint mission aimed at dismantling a suspected criminal hub along the country's coast.
King Charles III to address Congress on April 28
Congressional leaders announced that Britain's King Charles III will address a joint meeting of Congress as part of his visit to Washington later this month.
Majority of recent ship traffic through Strait of Hormuz linked to Iran
Trump said Iran gave him the "present" of letting eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, but the majority of ships making the passage are Iranian, including
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
Taylor Swift is being sued by Las Vegas performer Maren Wade who has accused the superstar of trademark infringement over her latest album, "The Life of a Showgirl." Wade is the creator of the "Confessions of a Showgirl" podcast, which started as a column in 2014.
Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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NASA resolves Artemis II safety system issue, launch a go for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
Snowy owl, cheetah among 40 species granted international protection
According to a recent report, nearly one in four species catalogued by the CMS are threatened with extinction on a worldwide scale.
Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission
NASA is poised to launch four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
Baby in stroller killed in shooting in Brooklyn, police say
A child was being pushed in a stroller at Moore and Humboldt streets in East Williamsburg on Wednesday when she suffered a gunshot wound to the head, police said.
Kentucky Powerball winner arrested again
James Farthing, who won the $167.3 million Powerball jackpot last April, was arrested for a third time since collecting his grand prize. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
Son of Hawaii doctor testifies at trial
The son of a Maui doctor testified that his father confessed to him over FaceTime to trying to kill his stepmother, Arielle Konig, on a hike last year. Prosecutors allege Gerhardt Konig tried to push his wife off a cliff, attempted to inject her with a syringe and hit her in the head with a rock.
Luigi Mangione lawyers seek to postpone trial
Lawyers for Luigi Mangione, the man charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, are seeking to postpone his federal murder trial. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports.
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NASA resolves Artemis II safety system issue, launch a go for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts are set to launch today on a nine-day mission around the moon and back. Follow the countdown and watch it live.
How to watch the Artemis II launch
As launch time approaches for NASA's first moonshot in more than half a century, anticipation is building for the Artemis II mission. Here's how to watch today's liftoff.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
These 4 astronauts are about to make history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
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Mark and Scott Kelly on Artemis II launch
NASA says the Artemis II launch is now a "GO," after experiencing a technical issue. The final hatch on the rocket closed with less than an hour until the planned launch. Sen. Mark Kelly and his brother Scott, both former NASA astronauts, join CBS News from the Kennedy Space Center to discuss.
Artemis II is a "GO" for launch after issue
NASA says that a flight termination issue has been resolved and Artemis II is good to launch on Wednesday. U.S. Space Force Brigadier General Nick Hague joins CBS News to discuss.
Retired astronauts share thoughts on Artemis II
Retired NASA astronauts Mike Hopkins, Peggy Whitson and Nick Hague speak with Major Garrett about the Artemis II mission and what the crew is going through in the lead-up to launch.
What was the Artemis II issue ahead of launch?
About an hour before Artemis II's launch window opened, NASA was a "NO-GO" to launch while it investigated a technical issue. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Bill Harwood had the details.
Social media influencer on space exploration
Many kids say they want to be an astronaut when they grow up. Social media influencer and PhD candidate Alyssa Carson joins CBS News to discuss her goal of being the first person to walk on Mars.