McCain: "What we need to do is go to Raqqa and kill" ISIS
From Kabul, Afghanistan, Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, tells "Face the Nation" host John Dickerson that it's time for American troops to crack down on ISIS' stronghold in Raqqa, Syria.
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CBS' "Face the Nation" brings you the latest on the terror attack in Bangladesh and the 2016 campaign trail, with Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, Rep. Adam Schiff, D-California, Mitt Romney, and others.
John McCain is backtracking Thursday after stating that President Obama was "directly responsible" for the Orlando attacks
John McCain is backtracking Thursday after stating that President Obama was "directly responsible" for the Orlando attacks. The Arizona senator made the controversial remarks while arguing to reporters that the President's ISIS policy has been ineffective.CBSN's Reena Ninan and Vladimir Duthiers have the details.
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Donald Trump told a crowd at the Lincoln Memorial he was going to take care of veterans, as thousands of bikers rolled into the nation's capitol to pay tribute to the military
Donald Trump told a crowd at the Lincoln Memorial he was going to take care of veterans, as thousands of bikers rolled into the nation's capitol to pay tribute to the military. Trump did not make any references to remarks he made last year, when he said John McCain wasn't a war hero. Julianna Goldman has more.
Just days after the president announced more troops will be sent to Syria in the fight against ISIS, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona criticized the president for having a "reactive, slow, and insufficient" response in the Middle East
Just days after the president announced more troops will be sent to Syria in the fight against ISIS, Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona criticized the president for having a "reactive, slow, and insufficient" response in the Middle East.
Donald Trump was the target of major attacks at the most recent GOP debate in Detroit, Michigan
Donald Trump was the target of major attacks at the most recent GOP debate in Detroit, Michigan. He was also called out by former Republican nominees Mitt Romney and John McCain. CBS News correspondent Major Garrett has more on whether these attacks help or hurt Trump's campaign.
It wasn't just the GOP debate moderators Donald Trump had to defend himself against, as Mitt Romney and John McCain denounced the Republican frontrunner
It wasn't just the GOP debate moderators Donald Trump had to defend himself against, as Mitt Romney and John McCain denounced the Republican frontrunner. Rick Davis, political contributor for CBSN and John McCain’s presidential campaign manager in 2008, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the 2016 race.
CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss Thursday night's fiery Republican debate in Detroit and controversy over Trump University
CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss Thursday night's fiery Republican debate in Detroit and controversy over Trump University.
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett talks to Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, the 2012 GOP nominee, about his views on the Republican frontrunner
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett talks to Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, the 2012 GOP nominee, about his views on the Republican frontrunner
Donald Trump is still leading the polls ahead of both Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz in the Republican race
Donald Trump is still leading the polls ahead of both Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz in the Republican race. Major Garrett got Sen. John McCain's thoughts about the state of the party.
While Donald Trump takes aim at fellow Republican candidate Ted Cruz over his citizenship, other Republicans, like Sen. John McCain, are joining in
While Donald Trump takes aim at fellow Republican candidate Ted Cruz over his citizenship, other Republicans, like Sen. John McCain, are joining in. CBS News digital journalist Sopan Deb is following Trump's campaign trail and joins CBSN with more.
During a radio interview Wednesday, former GOP presidential nominee John McCain said he was not sure if 2016 Republican hopeful Ted Cruz was eligible to be elected since he was born on Canadian soil
During a radio interview Wednesday, former GOP presidential nominee John McCain said he was not sure if 2016 Republican hopeful Ted Cruz was eligible to be elected since he was born on Canadian soil. CBSN's Contessa Brewer has details.
Sens. John McCain, R-Arizona, and Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, join CBS' "Face the Nation" from Baghdad to discuss Obama's foreign policy and the war against ISIS
Sens. John McCain, R-Arizona, and Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, join CBS' "Face the Nation" from Baghdad to discuss Obama's foreign policy and the war against ISIS
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, believes it’s time to recruit the United States’ Arab allies in the fight against ISIS
Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, believes it’s time to recruit the United States’ Arab allies in the fight against ISIS. The top Republican weighs in on the American strategy to defeat terrorism abroad, joined by presidential candidate Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.
The latest on the fight against ISIS and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, and others
The latest on the fight against ISIS and the 2016 presidential campaign trail, with former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, and others
On this day 125 years ago, Army hosted Navy in their very first football game at West Point and has since become the leading rivalry in the sport
On this day 125 years ago, Army hosted Navy in their very first football game at West Point and has since become the leading rivalry in the sport. Charles Osgood reports.
The former Alaska Governor and GOP vice presidential candidate is not among the many Republicans running for President
The former Alaska Governor and GOP vice presidential candidate is not among the many Republicans running for President. But she says she's keeping her long-range options open - and while she admits to mistakes, she makes no apologies about speaking out on the issues. Correspondent Tracy Smith visited with Palin at her home in Wasilla, Aka.
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
CBS News contributor Peggy Noonan, Jamelle Bouie of Slate Magazine, Jonathan Martin of the New York Times, and the Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg break down the latest GOP debate, Speaker Paul Ryan’s new role and John McCain’s 2012 “Phoenix-style” comeback
Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination and is a close friend of Sen. John McCain
Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination, is a close friend of Sen. John McCain. Graham was with McCain Monday at a town hall in New York where they discussed the Iran nuclear deal. Graham, who recently retired from the Air Force reserve, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Trump's recent remarks about the former Vietnam prisoner of war and the Iran nuclear deal.
Republican Primary Candidate Donald Trump says he will not back down on criticisms of Senator John McCain's military service
Republican Primary Candidate Donald Trump says he will not back down on criticisms of Senator John McCain's military service. McCain's former national campaign manager Rick Davis spoke to CBSN's Jeff Glor about the controversy.
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In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Donald Trump explained why he doesn't feel a need to apologize to Sen. John McCain for remarks he made about his military service
In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Donald Trump explained why he doesn't feel a need to apologize to Sen. John McCain for remarks he made about his military service.
As Republican presidential candidates denounce Donald Trump for comments he made about Sen. John McCain's military service, Trump is showing no signs of backing down
As Republican presidential candidates denounce Donald Trump for comments he made about Sen. John McCain's military service, Trump is showing no signs of backing down. CBS News correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
GOP candidates denounce Donald Trump after he made negative comments about Sen. John McCain
GOP candidates denounce Donald Trump after he made negative comments about Sen. John McCain. RealClearPolitics' Caitlin Huey-Burns talks to CBSN about Trump's comments.
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War escalates, energy prices spike after Israeli strike on Iran gas field
As Iran retaliates for an Israeli strike on the South Pars gas field, one analyst warns the war is "now hitting the plumbing of the global energy system."
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Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
Body of missing student James Gracey found in Barcelona, police say
The body of missing University of Alabama student James Gracey, who disappeared on a trip to Barcelona, has been found, Spanish officials said Thursday.
In voting process, photo ID gets wide support, CBS News poll finds
Few Americans feel they know a lot of the specifics about the SAVE Act.
Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 election probe sue over firings
Two former FBI agents who helped investigate President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results sued the federal government, alleging they were wrongfully terminated.
U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
"The Bachelorette" season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled, ABC says
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after a 2023 video surfaced.
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In voting process, photo ID gets wide support, CBS News poll finds
Few Americans feel they know a lot of the specifics about the SAVE Act.
Mortgage rates rise as Iran war heightens U.S. inflation fears
Mortgage rates, though still well below their level a year ago, have edged up since the Iran war erupted. Here's why.
"The Bachelorette" season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled, ABC says
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
U.S. oil producers could get $63 billion boost from high crude prices
Domestic energy companies could benefit from high oil prices in the short-term, but take a hit if the Iran war drags on.
Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
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Mortgage rates rise as Iran war heightens U.S. inflation fears
Mortgage rates, though still well below their level a year ago, have edged up since the Iran war erupted. Here's why.
U.S. oil producers could get $63 billion boost from high crude prices
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Analysts warn oil prices could keep climbing as Iran war intensifies
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3 reasons the Federal Reserve's interest rate pause is worrying investors
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Surging U.S. gas prices could erase bigger tax refunds, analysis finds
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In voting process, photo ID gets wide support, CBS News poll finds
Few Americans feel they know a lot of the specifics about the SAVE Act.
Comey subpoenaed in conspiracy case against ex-officials who investigated Trump
Former FBI Director James Comey has been subpoenaed by prosecutors in Miami as part of the Justice Department's investigation into Obama-era intelligence officials.
Senators meet with border czar as lawmakers search for way out of DHS shutdown
Thursday's meeting with Tom Homan marked a key development as progress to date has appeared stagnant.
Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
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U.N. nuclear watchdog chief: "A lot has survived" of Iran's nuclear capabilities
In an interview with "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Rafael Grossi, director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency, said there had already been damage done to Iran's nuclear sites.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Trump brings up Pearl Harbor while meeting with Japan's prime minister
Asked why the U.S. didn't inform allies ahead of the Iran strikes, President Trump said, "Who knows better about surprise than Japan?"
Iran hangs 3, including teen wrestler, in first executions over Jan. protests
Two sources confirmed to CBS News that Saleh Mohammadi, a young member of Iran's national wrestling team, was among the three men executed in Iran.
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Excavations at the site of the 1802 Mentor shipwreck uncovered a marble fragment that may have ties to the Parthenon in Ancient Greece, officials say.
Transcript: IAEA's Rafael Grossi on "Face the Nation," March 22, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with International Atomic Energy Agency Director-General Rafael Grossi, a portion of which will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
What can one of the world's happiest nations teach us about parenting?
U.S. author Jessica Joelle Alexander says Americans should consider adopting some of Denmark's "great parenting practices."
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Steve Hartman on filming "All the Empty Rooms"
Unmade beds and overdue books. That's some of what CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman found in his Oscar-winning documentary "All the Empty Rooms," which looks at the bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. Hartman joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
"The Bachelorette" season with Taylor Frankie Paul canceled, ABC says
ABC has canceled its already filmed season of "The Bachelorette" starring Taylor Frankie Paul after video surfaced of a 2023 incident in which she was charged with assault.
Alessia Cara on new album
Grammy winner Alessia Cara is debuting a new album 10 years into her music career. Cara joined CBS News with details on her latest collaborations.
AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
"Survivor" contestant talks elimination
Spoiler alert! The latest contestant eliminated from "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his surprising elimination and if he has any regrets about how he played the game.
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AI version of Val Kilmer to star in new movie
Val Kilmer was originally set to star in "As Deep as the Grave" before he died last year, never shooting a scene of the movie. But Kilmer will still star in the film thanks to generative AI, which is artificial intelligence that can generate new content by analyzing existing content. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Risks of excessive screen time for adults
More than 80% of adults say they go online at least several times per day and research indicates that even adults' fully-formed brains can suffer negative consequences from excessive screen time. Dr. Sue Varma breaks down risks, tips to reduce your screen time and why adults are spending more time on screens.
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.
Inside NVIDIA's new chip
NVIDIA's GTC conference brought big crowds to Silicon Valley this week, with hundreds of companies showcasing products powered by NVIDIA's chips. Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
AI expert designs cancer vaccine for his dog
A tech entrepreneur in Australia, Paul Conyngham, said he used artificial intelligence to design a cancer vaccine for his dog Rosie. He joins CBS News with Páll Thordarson, director of the UNSW RNA Institute, who worked with Conyngham on the technology.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Steve Hartman on filming "All the Empty Rooms"
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New photos in Michigan synagogue attack
Temple Israel in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, has shared new images of the damage from last week's attack at the synagogue. A photo has also emerged of the attacker holding an AR-style rifle. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Photo of Michigan synagogue attacker shows him with AR-style rifle
The man who attacked a synagogue in Michigan last week sent a photo of himself with the AR-style rifle he had during the attack to a family member in Lebanon, according to a U.S. official.
Joseph Duggar faces child sex abuse charges
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César Chávez sexual abuse allegations
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Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
After an overnight Thursday trip back out to the launch pad, NASA's Artemis II rocket will be readied for a historic flight to the moon.
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Israel strikes a key Iranian natural gas field; Pentagon asking for an additional $200 billion for the Iran war, the Washington Post reports.
Iran hangs 3 people over January protests
Iran has executed three men accused of killing two police officers during protests in January, including 19-year-old Saleh Mohammadi, a member of Iran's wrestling team. Rights groups said the trio were executed without a fair trial and had given confessions under torture. CBS News contributor and Iranian activist Masih Alinejad shares her reaction.
Two superfans transform LIU basketball home games
Two old high school pals went looking for a local New York school to root for during college basketball season. They found Long Island University. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Photos show inside of charred Michigan synagogue
Newly released images show just how destructive a fire inside a Detroit-area synagogue was after a gunman armed with gasoline and explosives drove his truck into the building. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Missing U.S. college student found dead in Spain
The body of missing University of Alabama student James Gracey, who disappeared on a trip to Barcelona, has been found, Spanish police said. Leigh Kiniry has details.