DOJ says it can't comply with Congress request in Biden probe
Rep. Jim Jordan sent a letter earlier this month to Attorney General Merrick Garland asking for documents and underlying evidence in the appointment of the special counsel.
Joe Biden
Yellen: Defaulting on debt would be "catastrophe"
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told Axios a default would cause a financial crisis while President Biden and speaker of the house Rep. Kevin McCarthy are set to discuss raising the debt ceiling on Wednesday. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice has more on where Republicans and Democrats stand.
Trump launches 2024 campaign in 2 key states
Former President Donald Trump started campaigning for the 2024 presidential race over the weekend in South Carolina and New Hampshire. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins us with an update on the race.
Biden touts plans to replace 150-year-old rail tunnel in Baltimore visit
The president traveled to Baltimore to visit an aging rail tunnel that's slated to be replaced with help from bipartisan infrastructure legislation that he signed in 2021.
Speaker McCarthy on debt ceiling
The Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy announced in an interview with "Face The Nation" that he and President Biden will meet on Wednesday at the White House. The two are expected to discuss lifting the debt ceiling and the Republican party’s financial priorities. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Poll: Reaction to classified documents probe
New polling from CBS News shows that President Biden's approval rating hasn't changed since classified documents were discovered in his home and former office. CBS News Director of Elections and Surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "CBS News Mornings" with the latest findings.
Warner and Rubio on classified documents and more
Sens. Mark Warner and Marco Rubio, the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, discuss the investigations into classified documents found at the homes of President Biden and former President Donald Trump, the threat posed by China, TikTok and more.
Open: This is "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Jan. 29
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the first face-to-face meeting of the new Congress between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is coming soon. The main topic on the agenda? Paying America's bills and getting the country's fiscal house in order. We'll ask the speaker about what he thinks Congress should do to keep the U.S. from defaulting. Plus, a rare joint conversation with the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.
McCarthy on debt ceiling, committee assignments and more
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy discusses his upcoming meeting with President Biden, what he's seeking in a deal to raise the debt ceiling, his selections for committee assignments and more.
1/29: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," the first face-to-face meeting of the new Congress between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is coming soon. The main topic on the agenda? Paying America's bills and getting the country's fiscal house in order. We'll ask the speaker about what he thinks Congress should do to keep the U.S. from defaulting. Plus, a rare joint conversation with the chair and vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee.
CBS News poll: Public sees Biden cooperating with documents investigation
Republicans see different treatment for President Biden than for Trump.
Trump campaigns in New Hampshire, South Carolina
Former President Donald Trump visited New Hampshire and South Carolina Saturday in an early attempt to build support for his 2024 presidential bid. Christina Ruffini has the details.
Safeguarding sensitive information in D.C.
The U.S. government's ability to safeguard its most sensitive information is under fire. On Friday, former Vice President Mike Pence acknowledged "mistakes were made" after classified documents were recently found in his Indiana home. The discoveries with Pence, former President Trump and President Biden have prompted the National Archives to ask every living former president and vice president to check for classified records. But many in Congress are questioning why the executive branch was not more careful. Christina Ruffini is at the White House with the latest.
Biden outraged by Tyre Nichols video
President Biden spoke with Tyre Nichols' parents over the phone and offered his condolences ahead of the public release of the video. In a statement, Mr. Biden said he was outraged and deeply pained to see the horrific video. The president added while the footage will leave people justifiably outraged, he joins the Nichols family in calling for peaceful protest.
Pence takes "full responsibility" for classified documents found at his home
Documents marked as classified were found at the vice president's home in Carmel, Indiana.
Jeff Zients to be White House chief of staff
President Biden announced that former COVID-19 coordinator Jeff Zients will take over as White House chief of staff, with Ron Klain leaving the position after two years. CBS News' Meg Oliver has more.
House Republicans seek new restrictions on use of U.S. oil stockpile
House Republicans are again seeking to restrict presidential use of the nation's emergency oil stockpile — a proposal that has drawn a White House veto threat.
Ukrainian army captain explains why he gave his war medal to Biden
Captain Pavlo Chernyavsky treasures a highly symbolic memento President Biden gave him in return, but says what he and his men really need, is more heavy weapons.
Classified document search expands
Officials at the National Archives have reached out to six former administrations in an effort to ensure no more classified documents have been mishandled. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Bob Costa joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Gift of gratitude from Ukrainian frontline
Ukrainian captain Pavlo Cherniavskyi gave his medal of bravery to President Biden to thank him for supplying weapons to Ukraine, and received a command coin from the U.S. president in return. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta sat down with Chernyavskyi and talked about the exchange.
Former administrations asked to look for docs
The National Archives is asking six past administrations, dating back to Ronald Reagan, to check for classified documents. FBI Director Chris Wray said people need to be more “conscious of the rules” after material marked classified was discovered at the homes of President Biden, former President Trump and former Vice President Pence. CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Washington.
Jared Polis on Trump, 2024 and how to handle classified documents
Polis spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about Trump, presidential aspirations and how classified material should be handled, among other topics.
Senators seek access to Biden, Trump documents
Members of the Senate Intelligence Committee are pushing for access to the documents found in the homes of President Biden, former President Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and the moderator of "Face the Nation" Margaret Brennan join "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on the documents controversy.
Biden touts economic growth
President Biden celebrated 2.9% growth in the U.S. economy, while calling out what he refers to "MAGA Republicans" in Congress. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" with more.
Rep. Ruben Gallego on his 2024 Senate race
As Democrats push to maintain their slim Senate majority in 2024, Arizona Congressman Ruben Gallego announced he will challenge Senator Kyrsten Sinema, a former Democrat turned independent. He joined CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa to discuss the upcoming race.
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
Trump to resume outdoor rallies with bulletproof glass
Trump has not appeared at an outdoor rally since mid-July, when a gunman took several shots, grazing his ear.
Doctors, drug dealer, personal assistant charged in Matthew Perry's death
The investigation into Matthew Perry's death has led to criminal charges against two doctors and a woman known as LA's "Ketamine Queen."
3 vulnerable Senate Democrats to skip DNC
Sens. Jon Tester of Montana, Jacky Rosen of Nevada and Sherrod Brown of Ohio will be absent as Democrats celebrate Kamala Harris' nomination.
U.S. seeks to move "El Mayo" case to federal court in Brooklyn
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
Biden praises Harris in first joint event, saying she will make "one hell of a president"
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appeared together to announce lower costs on 10 prescription drugs for Medicare recipients.
Ernesto aims for Bermuda after leaving many in Puerto Rico without power
Hundreds of thousands of people remain without power in Puerto Rico in the wake of Ernesto — without it even making landfall.
Here's what to know about an alleged hack of Social Security numbers
Lawsuit claims hackers gained access to "billions" of Social Security numbers by breaching background check company.
Trial of ex-politician charged in Las Vegas journalist's death continues
Clark County public administrator Robert Telles is charged with murder in the death of Jeff German, an investigative reporter for the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
U.S.
More U.S.
2 Alaska State Troopers charged with assault in case of mistaken identity
The two troopers pepper-sprayed, beat, stunned and used a police dog on the wrong man, authorities said.
3 vulnerable Senate Democrats to skip DNC
Sens. Jon Tester of Montana, Jacky Rosen of Nevada and Sherrod Brown of Ohio will be absent as Democrats celebrate Kamala Harris' nomination.
U.S. seeks to move "El Mayo" case to federal court in Brooklyn
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
Peter Marshall, longtime "Hollywood Squares" host, dies at 98
"The Hollywood Squares" became an American cultural institution and made Peter Marshall a household name.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (August 18)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the 2023 News & Documentary Emmy-winner for Outstanding Recorded News Program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Popular U.S. sunscreens are turning clothing orange, consumers and brands say
Bewildered by rusty-looking stains on your white clothing this summer? The likely culprit is an ingredient found in over 600 sunscreen products.
Team USA gymnastics won Olympic gold. You can now see them for $30.
The Gold Over America Tour will make stops in 30 cities across the U.S. Here is where tickets are the cheapest.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with the bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's recalls 653,000 candles sold across U.S. due to fire risk
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
Politics
More Politics
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
3 vulnerable Senate Democrats to skip DNC
Sens. Jon Tester of Montana, Jacky Rosen of Nevada and Sherrod Brown of Ohio will be absent as Democrats celebrate Kamala Harris' nomination.
Trump to resume outdoor rallies with bulletproof glass
Trump has not appeared at an outdoor rally since mid-July, when a gunman took several shots, grazing his ear.
The evolution of Harris' stances on health care, fracking, Supreme Court
Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on some issues have evolved in the past four years since her first run for the presidency.
Trump seeks to delay sentencing in "hush money" case until after election
Attorneys for former President Donald Trump asked the judge overseeing his criminal case in New York to delay his sentencing until after the presidential election in November.
HealthWatch
More HealthWatch
Feds warn against some baby loungers, cradle swings amid 6 deaths
Parents and other caregivers urged to stop using loungers linked to 5 fatalities and an infant bed tied to 1 death.
Meteorologist has panic attack live on air, prompts wave of praise online
ABC News Australia's Nate Byrne is being praised both for how he handled the on-air panic attack as well as the visibility he's bringing to mental health.
Cicadas come with an itchy pest — tiny mites that can cause rashes
Hundreds of thousands of the tiny wind-soaring and itch-inducing critters can fall from trees every day and are packed with a venom that can paralyze prey 166,000 times their size.
Recalled cucumbers in salmonella outbreak sickened 449, CDC says
Florida cucumber grower used untreated canal water found to be tainted with the bacteria, laboratory tests found.
Trader Joe's recalls 653,000 candles sold across U.S. due to fire risk
Trader Joe's reports 14 incidents of high flames, a handful resulting in minor burns and limited property damage.
World
More World
Diplomacy takes center stage as Iran holds off retaliation against Israel
U.S. assessments are that Iran will not seek to disrupt ongoing cease-fire negotiations in Doha aimed at ending the Hamas-Israel war.
U.S. seeks to move "El Mayo" case to federal court in Brooklyn
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
Australian breakdancer Rachael Gunn speaks out after Olympic ridicule
Australia breaker Rachael Gunn, also known as B-Girl Raygun, said the "hate" she has received over her Paris Olympics performance has been "devastating."
Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour resumes in London after foiled terror plot
Taylor Swift's blockbuster "Eras Tour" resumed in London on Thursday after her concerts in Vienna were canceled earlier this month because of an alleged terror plot.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
Heightened security for Swift's London shows
Taylor Swift fans attending her Thursday concert in London's Wembley Stadium were subjected to extra security measures in response to the cancellation last week of her three Vienna concerts after Austrian investigators foiled an alleged terror plot there. Imtiaz Tyab has details.
Peter Marshall, longtime "Hollywood Squares" host, dies at 98
"The Hollywood Squares" became an American cultural institution and made Peter Marshall a household name.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour resumes in London
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour resumed in London after her concerts in Vienna were canceled because of an alleged terror plot.
Christine Baranski on mastering roles
Award-winning actor Christine Baranski, who just earned her 16th Emmy nomination for "The Gilded Age," joins "CBS Mornings." Baranski talked about how she seamlessly transitions from sassy and snobby to vulnerable within a single scene.
John Cena on leaving the WWE
John Cena stars alongside Awkwafina in the new comedy action film "Jackpot!" on Amazon Prime. As he announces his retirement from WWE after over two decades, Cena discusses his varied career — from acting and rapping to being a best-selling author and Mandarin speaker.
Technology
More Technology
Technology
How to spot AI, disinformation in 2024 race
Artificial intelligence and misinformation remain a threat this election year. So how can you spot what's real and what's not? Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub at Clemson University, joins CBS News with tips.
Google: Iran cyberattack targetting U.S. politics
Iran has launched a sweeping, months-long cyberattack targeting both the Democratic and Republican presidential campaigns, according to a new report by Google. Nicole Sganga has 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.
Tablet use linked to angry outbursts among todders, study finds
Staring at an iPad screen too much may keep little kids from learning to control their emotions, a new study finds.
An attorney bought HarrisWalz.com for $10 in 2020. He just sold it for $15,000.
Domain-name investor Jeremy Green Eche — who buys up unclaimed web addresses as a hobby — compared the sale to "hitting the jackpot."
Science
More Science
Science
The rising energy demands of data centers
There are hundreds of data centers across the U.S., most of which are run by big tech firms, and their seemingly endless rows of servers are consuming huge amounts of electricity. Ben Tracy takes a look at how one of those companies, Google, is turning to renewable energy sources to power them.
Where Hurricane Ernesto is headed next
Hurricane Ernesto is gaining strength in the Caribbean after drenching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Now the storm is moving north into the Atlantic, where it's expected to continue strengthening as it heads toward Bermuda. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez and WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn have more.
Watch the Park Fire grow to be one of California's largest ever
On July 24, a burning car was pushed over an embankment in Chico, California. Within three days, it became one of the 10 largest wildfires in state history. Within nine days, it was among the top four. Still burning at over 429,000 acres, firefighters continue to tackle the historic blaze. Using data from Cal Fire, CBS News put together an animation to show just how quickly and far the flames have spread.
How much will an EV really cost me? Here's what to know.
There are plenty of considerations for those interested in making the investment, according to industry experts.
Joro spiders seem to know how to stay chill in big cities, study finds
Joro spiders have hearts that are able to withstand the loud and bustling noises of big cities, according to a study published on Monday.
Crime
More Crime
2 Alaska State Troopers charged with assault in case of mistaken identity
The two troopers pepper-sprayed, beat, stunned and used a police dog on the wrong man, authorities said.
5 arrested in death of actor Matthew Perry
Five people have been arrested in connection with the 2023 death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry. The defendants, which includes two doctors and Perry's personal assistant, were federally charged with distributing the ketamine that contributed to Perry's death. According to prosecutors, Perry's personal assistant admitted to giving him multiple ketamine injections on the day of his death. Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
Breaking down charges in Matthew Perry death
Five people are facing criminal charges in connection with the death of actor Matthew Perry. Among them are his personal assistant and two doctors. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has the details.
U.S. seeks to move "El Mayo" case to federal court in Brooklyn
Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, known as a top leader and co-founder of Mexico's Sinaloa cartel, faces charges in multiple U.S. locales.
4 people arrested in shooting death of "General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor
The former "General Hospital," 37, star was fatally shot in May in downtown Los Angeles. He had just finished his bartending shift and was walking to his car.
Space
More Space
Perseid meteor shower seen raining over Stonehenge in stunning photo
CBS News spoke with the astrophotographer behind the viral photo about his mission to drive people to look at the night sky before it changes "within the period of our lifetime."
NASA says Starliner landing decision possible next week
Seventy-one days after launch, NASA finally nears a decision on whether Boeing's Starliner will return to Earth with, or without, a crew.
NASA on Boeing Starlink crew in space
NASA held a press briefing Wednesday and announced a decision will be coming on how the Boeing Starlink capsule crew stuck at the International Space Station will proceed with their mission in space. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser has more.
SpaceX to launch private Crew Dragon flight around Earth's poles
The historic, privately financed space flight will carry humans above Earth's ice caps for the first time.
Perseid meteor shower put on quite a show when it peaked overnight
The Perseid meteor shower peaked in the night skies of Sunday into Monday, giving astronomy fans one of the best shows of 2024 as they looked to the skies.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Summer music 2024: Lollapalooza
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.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Donald Sutherland
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Latest CBS News Videos
More Latest CBS News Videos
Latest CBS News Videos
5 arrested in death of actor Matthew Perry
Five people have been arrested in connection with the 2023 death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry. The defendants, which includes two doctors and Perry's personal assistant, were federally charged with distributing the ketamine that contributed to Perry's death. According to prosecutors, Perry's personal assistant admitted to giving him multiple ketamine injections on the day of his death. Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
How to spot AI, disinformation in 2024 race
Artificial intelligence and misinformation remain a threat this election year. So how can you spot what's real and what's not? Darren Linvill, co-director of the Media Forensics Hub at Clemson University, joins CBS News with tips.
These key races may determine House control
Republicans have held firm control of the U.S. House since the 2022 midterm elections, but the tide may soon be turning this November. Down-ballot elections in two prominent blue states, New York and California, could see seats on both parties flip. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Reduced Medicare drug prices: What to know
On Thursday, the Biden administration announced lower costs for 10 prescription drugs following the first-ever round of price negotiations between Medicare and pharmaceutical companies. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins to dive into the price cuts.
Marking 3 years since Afghanistan withdrawal
Thursday marks three years since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan. And at Bagram Airbase, once the center of America's war to unseat the Taliban and topple al-Qaeda, the Taliban held a parade showcasing abandoned U.S. and NATO military hardware. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan joins to discuss the current state of the country and some of the major changes since the U.S. left.