Flake says he won't vote to advance judicial nominees until bill protecting Mueller gets a vote
The bill would protect Special Counsel Robert Mueller from being fired by Trump
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Graham says he supports bill to protect Mueller
Sen. Lindsey Graham, a close ally to President Trump, says he would support legislation to protect Robert Mueller's job
Arizona Senate candidates balance local, national issues in key midterm race
Immigration, tax reform and health care are all key issues for voters in the heated Arizona Senate race
Kavanugh's impact on 2018 midterms
Judge Brett Kavanaugh has been confirmed to the Supreme Court, but tensions over his nomination are far from eased. John Harris, editor-in-chief and co-founder of Politico, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how the confirmation battle will impact the midterm elections.
Kavanaugh sworn in as Supreme Court justice
Kavanaugh was confirmed by a narrow margin Saturday
With all senators decided, Kavanaugh confirmation looks likely
A final vote could take place as early as Saturday
Trump mocks Blasey Ford during rally
Several Republican senators criticized President Trump Wednesday, for comments he made Tuesday during a rally in Mississippi. At the rally, the president mocked Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing his Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh, of sexual assault. Axios reporter and associate news editor Alayna Treene joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments.
Senators react to Trump's comments about Christine Blasey Ford
Democrats and Republicans both condemned President Trump's comments about her at a rally in Mississippi
Trump mocks Kavanaugh accuser ahead of vote
The FBI could soon wrap up its inquiry into sexual misconduct allegations against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. In Mississippi, President Trump attacked the credibility of Christine Blasey Ford, who accused Kavanaugh of sexual assault in the 1980s. Mr. Trump said Ford could not remember key details about when Kavanaugh allegedly assaulted her. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joined CBSN to discuss the upcoming vote on Kavanaugh's nomination and its political effects.
In New Hampshire, Jeff Flake talks about Kavanaugh, laments "sickness" in political system
Sen. Flake, R-Arizona, was greeted by protesters outside of the Capitol, in Boston and Manchester
Author discusses the "catalytic" power of women's rage
In her new book, Rebecca Traister places the anger of women today in its historical context and shows us where it could take the country in the future
Flake's New Hampshire speech
In a speech in New Hampshire Monday, Republican Sen. Jeff Flake highlighted issues dividing his party. CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor for NHJournal.com, Michael Graham joins CBSN to discuss Flake's speech.
Kavanaugh probe extended
President Trump expanded the FBI investigation into the allegations of sexual assault against Brett Kavanaugh Monday. CBS chief Congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN to discuss the one condition that must remain for the probe to be completed.
Long before Kavanaugh, Flake sparred with fellow GOP
In 2006, 60 Minutes spoke with then-Ariz. Congressman Jeff Flake about his mission to end government waste – often putting him at odds with his own party
Before Kavanaugh, Flake sparred with GOP
In 2006, 60 Minutes spoke with then-Ariz. Congressman Jeff Flake about his mission to end government waste – often putting him at odds with his own party
Woman who confronted senator over Kavanaugh: We "connected"
Sexual assault survivor Ana Maria Archila talks about her interaction with the senator, and a lawmaker's responsibility
FBI investigating Kavanaugh allegations
The FBI has begun a weeklong investigation into sexual misconduct claims against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh after some senators called to delay a confirmation vote last week. President Trump is reportedly limiting the scope of the investigation, but the president says the FBI has free rein to interview whoever it deems appropriate. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joined CBSN to discuss the state of the investigation and the confirmation process.
Assault survivor on confronting Sen. Flake
Ana Maria Archila was one of the two women who publicly confronted Sen. Jeff Flake in an elevator over Judge Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination. Archila, an activist and co-executive director of the Center for Popular Democracy, a liberal advocacy group based in New York City, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the tense moment and why she doesn't think Kavanaugh should be confirmed as a justice.
Commentary: Kavanaugh's confirmation process is not supposed to work this way
If we're going confirm or reject judges over feelings instead of their records, then the point of the courts is lost already
Paul McCartney, The Compromise, Inside the Epidemic
Inside the decision to delay Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court confirmation; then, a jailed doctor who made over $6,000 a day pushing opioids shows no remorse; and, Paul McCartney says he can't read or write music in a wide-ranging 60 Minutes interview
The compromise on Kavanaugh's confirmation
Sen. Jeff Flake explains why he insisted on a week-long FBI investigation into the allegations of sexual assault against Brett Kavanaugh. 60 Minutes spoke with Flake and other members of the Senate Judiciary Committee about the drama on Capitol Hill last week
Jeff Flake & Chris Coons: compromising on Kavanaugh
After delaying the Kavanaugh vote, the senators talked to 60 Minutes about give-and-take in politics: "Our nation can't survive if it doesn't exist"
Jeff Flake: No re-election made compromise possible
The senator tells 60 Minutes there was "not a chance" he could have come to Kavanaugh agreement if he had to worry about running again
The compromise on Kavanaugh's confirmation
Sen. Jeff Flake explains why he insisted on a week-long FBI investigation into the allegations of sexual assault against Brett Kavanaugh. 60 Minutes spoke with Flake and other members of the Senate Judiciary Committee about the drama on Capitol Hill last week
Why Flake had to hit the "pause button"
Sen. Jeff Flake talks to 60 Minutes about the women who confronted him in an elevator
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
Rubio says U.S. may soon "move on" from Ukraine-Russia peace efforts
President Trump could give up on efforts to end the war in Ukraine "in a matter of days," Rubio says, highlighting the administration view that it's "not our war."
ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
Advocates urge judge to bar Alien Enemies Act expulsions of migrants
The American Civil Liberties Union asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order preventing officials from using the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan men held at an immigration detention center in Texas.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
RFK assassination files released by Trump administration
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Hunter Biden whistleblower out as IRS commissioner after 2 days
Gary Shapley — who became famous after speaking out about alleged political influence in the Hunter Biden tax probe — is out as IRS director after just two days, following an internal struggle involving Elon Musk.
FSU student and Parkland survivor describes surviving another school shooting
Stephanie Horowitz said she knew what was happening on Florida State's campus before the shooting was confirmed Thursday because she is a survivor of the 2018 shooting in Parkland.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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Advocates urge judge to bar Alien Enemies Act expulsions of migrants
The American Civil Liberties Union asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order preventing officials from using the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan men held at an immigration detention center in Texas.
Trump administration aims to reclassify some career civil servants
The Office of Personnel Management estimates about 50,000 positions will ultimately be shifted to a new "at-will" status.
ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
U.S. soldier killed during D-Day invasion accounted for decades later
U.S. Army Sgt. Ivor D. Thornton, 34, landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in the second wave of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
What we know about the victims of the FSU mass shooting
Two people were killed and six others were hospitalized after a Thursday shooting at Florida State University.
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Dollar's decline raises worries investors are losing trust in the U.S.
Since mid-January, the dollar has fallen 9% against a basket of currencies, a rare and steep decline.
Is the stock market open today on Good Friday?
The stock and bond markets are closed for Good Friday, but will reopen on Monday, following the Easter holiday.
Honda to shift Civic Hybrid production to U.S. from Japan
Rated as one of the top 10 most popular cars sold in the U.S. in 2024, the Civic model is currently sourced in both countries.
Can the IRS strip Harvard of its tax-exempt status? Here's what to know.
President Trump has suggested stripping Harvard of its tax-exempt status, a step that experts say would be unusual and face legal challenges.
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Advocates urge judge to bar Alien Enemies Act expulsions of migrants
The American Civil Liberties Union asked a federal judge to issue a temporary restraining order preventing officials from using the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan men held at an immigration detention center in Texas.
Hunter Biden whistleblower out as IRS commissioner after 2 days
Gary Shapley — who became famous after speaking out about alleged political influence in the Hunter Biden tax probe — is out as IRS director after just two days, following an internal struggle involving Elon Musk.
Trump administration aims to reclassify some career civil servants
The Office of Personnel Management estimates about 50,000 positions will ultimately be shifted to a new "at-will" status.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
ICE partnerships with local law enforcement triple under Trump
To carry out President Trump's mass deportation effort, ICE has partnered with a record number of local agencies to assist in immigration enforcement.
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Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
FDA making plans to end its routine food safety inspections, sources say
Food safety inspections would be left to state and local authorities under the plan being developed by the FDA.
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U.S. soldier killed during D-Day invasion accounted for decades later
U.S. Army Sgt. Ivor D. Thornton, 34, landed on Omaha Beach in Normandy in the second wave of the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944.
Tomb filled with skulls, bones of 24 battle victims discovered in Peru
The remains found at the site were wrapped in textiles and buried with honor, researchers said.
"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
World Press Photo for 2025 is of Gaza boy who lost arms in Israeli strike
A "quiet photo that speaks loudly," of a Palestinian boy who lost both arms in an Israeli strike, has been selected as the 2025 World Press Photo of the year.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
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"Adolescence" fuels push to teach boys about risks of online misogyny
Netflix's international hit "Adolescence" has been a wakeup call for many adults about an online world of hate that's radicalizing teenage boys.
How "Adolescence" discusses online misogyny
The Netflix limited series "Adolescence" centers on a young boy who commits an act of violence under the influence of misogynist content online. The show, which is set in the U.K., has reached 120 million views and started a global discussion.
Tom Francis on Broadway spotlight
With Tony nominations just days away, Tom Francis talks to Adriana Diaz about starring with Nicole Scherzinger in the hit revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical.
Ryan Gosling to star in new standalone "Star Wars" movie
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Skye P. Marshall on career change and working with Kathy Bates on "Matlock"
Skye P. Marshall also worked in the pharmaceutical industry before she pursued acting. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about the transition and starring in the legal drama, "Matlock."
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About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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.
How AI is using facial recognition to help bring lost pets home
A national lost-and-found database run by the nonprofit Petco Love has helped reunite more than 100,000 families with missing animals.
Google's digital ad network an illegal monopoly, judge rules
The ruling involving Google's online ad technology follows a similar case last year in which Google's search engine was declared a monopoly.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs loses bid to delay trial
A federal judge on Friday denied Sean "Diddy" Combs' efforts to delay the start of his upcoming sex trafficking trial. The music mogul has pleaded not guilty on all counts. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
FSU shooting victims to make full recovery
The six people wounded in the mass shooting at Florida State University are expected to make a full recovery, the staff at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare said Friday. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Kati Weis break down the new details released during the news conference.
New details on FSU shooting victims
New details have emerged about some of the victims in the Florida State University mass shooting. Two people were killed and six others were injured when a shooter opened fire on the Tallahassee campus on Thursday, police said. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more on the investigation.
Motive sought in deadly FSU mass shooting
Classes at Florida State University are canceled Friday following a mass shooting on the campus in Tallahassee that killed 2 people and injured six others. Police are investigating a motive for the shooting. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more.
Deadly shooting at FSU leaves campus reeling
Crime and safety reporter Anna Schecter joins us with new details after a deadly campus shooting at Florida State University left two dead and six injured. The suspect is in custody.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
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Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
Astronomers say they have discovered "the strongest evidence yet" of life on a distant planet, although, they stress that more research is needed. Chief astronomer and planetarium director of the Franklin Institute Derrick Pitts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
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Sean "Diddy" Combs loses bid to delay trial
A federal judge on Friday denied Sean "Diddy" Combs' efforts to delay the start of his upcoming sex trafficking trial. The music mogul has pleaded not guilty on all counts. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has the details.
Student says he knew FSU shooting suspect
Florida State University student Reid Seybold told CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers that he knew the mass shooting suspect from a political club at a former college. Seybold claims the alleged gunman was asked to leave the club after espousing white supremacist rhetoric, though he said he isn't "going to speculate" on the motive behind Thursday's deadly shooting and whether his views played a role. CBS News has not independently verified these claims.
FSU shooting victims to make full recovery
The six people wounded in the mass shooting at Florida State University are expected to make a full recovery, the staff at Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare said Friday. CBS News' Anna Schecter and Kati Weis break down the new details released during the news conference.
Trump backs Rubio on Russia-Ukraine comments
President Trump took questions from reporters Friday during the swearing-in ceremony for Dr. Mehmet Oz as the new administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. When asked about the Russia-Ukraine war, Mr. Trump said he believes his administration will get a peace deal done, but echoed Secretary of State Marco Rubio's frustrations over the talks. CBS News' Natalie Brand breaks it down.
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