Pence discusses Flynn, Russia
The vice president sat down with CBS News' Margaret Brennan during his trip to Afghanistan
Mueller Probe
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.
James Comey firing probe
New developments in special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 election focus on President Trump's removal of FBI Director James Comey. Paula Reid reports.
Money laundering & Russia probe
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort and his associate, Rick Gates, are facing charges in the Russia probe. The indictment alleges they acted as unregistered agents of the Ukrainian government and political parties. They are accused of funneling $75 million to multiple shell companies in the U.S. and overseas. George Papadopoulos, a foreign policy adviser to the Trump campaign, pleaded guilty to other charges. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the alleged money laundering worked and what the charges could mean for President Trump.
Special counsel asks for documents
Special counsel Robert Mueller is bombarding the Trump White House with requests for documents. The former FBI director is gathering information for his ongoing investigation into Russian meddling in the presidential election. Jeff Pegues reports.
9/20/17: Red and Blue
Robert Mueller requests documents from the Trump administration relating to the president's actions since taking office.
Mueller requests docs from WH
The New York Times reported Wednesday that special counsel Robert Mueller's office "sent a document to the White House that detailed 13 areas in which investigators are seeking information." CBS News' Jeff Pegues has also learned of emails that show a top Trump operative reaching out to an associate of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Mueller latest
A series of recent reports suggest special counsel Robert Mueller may be preparing to go public with new allegations in the Russia investigation. CBSN political contributor and Boston Herald columnist Michael Graham and The Hill's Molly Hopper join "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Why was Manafort wiretapped?
CBS News chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the revelations that President Trump's former campaign chair Paul Manafort was wiretapped by the FBI before and after the 2016 election, and what he expects to hear from the president during his first U.N. address.
Paul Manafort wiretapped by FBI
CBS News confirms the FBI was conducting secret surveillance on Paul Manafort over concerns about his contacts with Russian operatives during the presidential campaign and election. Evidence from the wiretaps has become part of special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian meddling in the U.S. election. Jeff Pegues reports.
Mueller's moves
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort's spokesman testified before a federal grand jury Friday, while special counsel Robert Mueller met with members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the Russia investigation.
Russia probe prosecutors
Special counsel Robert Mueller now has more than a dozen seasoned prosecutors investigating Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election and whether anyone in the Trump campaign was involved. Julianna Goldman reports.
Trump tax returns
Former federal prosecutor Renato Mariotti says special counsel Robert Mueller may already have President Trump's tax returns. He joins CBSN to discuss what this could mean for the investigation into the Trump campaign's ties to Russia.
Manafort raid analysis
FBI agents raided the home of former Trump campaign chair Paul Manafort as part of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's probe into possible collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Sanctions breakdown
Can John Kelly tame chaos in the White House? Could a grand jury prevent President Trump from firing special counsel Robert Mueller? CBS News' chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" anchor John Dickerson weighs in on the latest news out of Washington.
Russia election probe ramping up?
According to the New York Times, special counsel Robert Mueller has asked the White House for documents related to former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn as part of its investigation into possible ties between the Trump campaign and Russian election meddling. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss why Mueller's use of a grand jury is a sign that the probe is intensifying, the limitations of Mueller's power and the "powerhouse" team working on the investigation.
Grand jury probe
President Trump blasted the Russia investigation at a campaign-style rally in West Virginia Thursday night. His comments followed reports that special counsel Robert Mueller is using a grand jury in the probe. Washington Post reporter Matea Gold joins CBSN with the latest.
Grand jury use in Russia probe
Special Counsel Robert Mueller is now using a grand jury to help investigate possible collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. CBS News chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the implications of using a grand jury, and why leaked transcripts of President Trump's conversations with world leaders are "really terrible."
Grand jury Russia probe
CBS News has confirmed that special counsel Robert Mueller is using a federal grand jury in Washington as part of the investigation into Russian meddling in the U.S. election and whether anyone in the Trump campaign was involved. Jeff Pegues and Jan Crawford have more.
7/20/17: Red and Blue
CBS News confirms Special Counsel Robert Mueller has expanded his investigation to look at financial dealings involving President Trump and his allies; Washington Post reporter Rosalind S. Helderman joins CBSN to discuss these efforts to combat Mueller's investigation.
Pres. Trump slams Jeff Sessions
The White House has been trying to shift the focus from the Russia investigation, but by denouncing Attorney General Jeff Sessions for withdrawing from the investigation and answering questions about special counsel Robert Mueller, President Trump continues to keep it in focus. Major Garrett reports.
Trump tweets
CBS News has learned that special counsel Robert Mueller will interview the directors of National Intelligence and the NSA about whether the president pressured them to tamp down the investigation into allegations of collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia, as has been reported. Jeff Pegues reports.
Sessions on Mueller
Attorney General Jeff Sessions testified that he has confidence in Robert Mueller as special counsel and would not take any actions to have Mueller removed. Asked if he thought President Trump had confidence in Mueller, Sessions replied, "I have no idea. I have not talked to him about it."
Special counsel named
The Department of Justice announced former FBI Director Robert Mueller has been appointed as special counsel to lead the investigation into the Trump administration and Russian interference in the 2016 election. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN to discuss the ramifications.
Mueller appointed
The Justice Department appointed former FBI director Robert Mueller to take over as special counsel leading the investigation into the Trump administration and Russian interference in the 2016 election. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joined CBSN with more details about what to expect from Mueller.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Ohio man charged with threatening to kill Vance, processing child abuse files
An Ohio man has been charged with threatening to kill Vice President JD Vance while he was visiting his home state last month.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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 will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.
Trump refuses to apologize for racist video
President Trump refused to apologize after sharing a racist video on Truth Social and then later taking it down. Willie James Inman has more.