Lawmaker: Shocked that Tillerson, Trump never talked Russia
Comments from Sen. Robert Menendez come after a day of Senate questions for Secretary of State nominee Rex Tillerson
Comments from Sen. Robert Menendez come after a day of Senate questions for Secretary of State nominee Rex Tillerson
Russia was the center of attention Wednesday at the confirmation hearing for Rex Tillerson, the former CEO of ExxonMobil who is Donald Trump's pick for secretary of state. Some of the toughest questions came from GOP Sen. Marco Rubio. Chip Reid has more.
He added that if such a registry were used for vetting, it would probably extend to other groups. Tillerson's comments came during his confirmation hearing to be secretary of state
During his confirmation hearing, Rex Tillerson said we should support "moderate Muslims," and that he does not support a travel ban based on religion. See his remarks here.
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for secretary of state was also asked about the Muslim ban, a Muslim registry and Israel
During his confirmation hearing, Rex Tillerson, Donald Trump's pick for secretary of state, was questioned about Saudi Arabia's violation of human rights. See his remarks here.
Secretary of state nominee Rex Tillerson answers questions from Senator Marco Rubio about cybercrime retaliation.
Rex Tillerson tells the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations that he would have reacted to Russia's taking of Crimea more forcefully than the Obama administration - recommending Ukraine deploy military assets to their eastern border and bolstering U.S. military aid to Ukraine.
Rex Tillerson delivers opening statements at his confirmation hearing for secretary of state.
Tillerson is testifying before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee at his confirmation hearing
Former Clinton running mate urges Republicans to reform Obamacare, not ditch it entirely, while also raising questions about some of Donald Trump's nominees for key Cabinet posts
Sen. Tim Kaine, Hillary Clinton's former running mate, is one of the Democrats taking part in this week's Trump Cabinet confirmation hearings. Kaine sits on the Foreign Relations Committee, considering Rex Tillerson's nomination for secretary of state. On Monday night, Kaine and other Democrats pushed Republicans not to repeal Obamacare without replacing it. Kaine joins "CBS This Morning" from Capitol Hill to discuss "fixing" the Affordable Care Act and the questions he has for Tillerson.
California congressman appeared on CBSN's "Red & Blue" to talk about Russian hacking and this week's confirmation hearings for Trump's nominees
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The Democrat from New Jersey said on "Face the Nation" that the country's ethics laws are "not being supported" by GOP Senate leaders
That money will go into a blind trust if the former Exxon Mobil CEO gets confirmed as Trump’s secretary of state
Oil giant says it would be done to comply with federal conflict-of-interest rules if he's confirmed as secretary of state -- and he'd give up some $7M
The Senate must confirm all of the president-elect's nominees, and Dems are reportedly ready for a fight over many of them
President-elect Donald Trump could find his Cabinet picks facing the same political blowback other nominees have dealt with
His transition team is requesting details turned over from the State Department on “gender-related staffing, programming, and funding”
The market value of those shares -- which he cannot access yet -- is currently around $200 million
"CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose joins CBSN to discuss his interview with former CIA director Robert Gates, who has endorsed Rex Tillerson as secretary of state.
Trump has met with prominent climate activists since his election, but he has also appointed climate change deniers to his administration
The ExxonMobil executive and Donald Trump's pick for secretary of state has a close relationship with Vladimir Putin
In his "Thank You" tour rally in Wisconsin Tuesday night, President-elect Donald Trump lauded his choice for secretary of state, ExxonMobil CEO Rex Tillerson. But, the choice has not come without its opposition, even from Republicans. Real Clear Politics' Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to CBSN about Trump's pick.
The House task force investigating the shooting said in the report that there were "stunning security failures" leading up to the shooting.
Israel says strikes are targeting a Lebanese financial institution that "directly funds Hezbollah's terror," as thousands of civilians flee their homes.
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Residents of Door County, Wisconsin, have a decades-long streak of presidential elections in which they have voted for the winning candidate.
The jet – an EA-18G Growler aircraft – was carrying two crew members when it went down during a routine training flight.
Former President Donald Trump is hosting a town hall in Lancaster Sunday night, and Vice President Kamala Harris will be back in Chester County on Monday.
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
A helicopter crashed into a radio tower near downtown Houston Sunday night, killing four people on board, including a child, fire officials said.
The Dodgers are headed to the World Series after defeating the Mets10-5 in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series Sunday night.
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
A helicopter crashed into a radio tower near downtown Houston Sunday night, killing four people on board, including a child, fire officials said.
One of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers who transmitted messages during World War II using the tribe's native language has died.
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
People with private health insurance would be able to get OTC birth control methods like condoms, the "morning after" pill and birth control pills for free under a rule the White House is proposing.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said early Saturday that it plans to hold a ratification vote on Wednesday that could end the Boeing strike.
Letter deliverers have been working without a contract since May 2023.
The frozen waffles, made by Treehouse Foods, were sold under store brands including Walmart's Great Value and Target's Good and Gather.
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The House task force investigating the shooting said in the report that there were "stunning security failures" leading up to the shooting.
People with private health insurance would be able to get OTC birth control methods like condoms, the "morning after" pill and birth control pills for free under a rule the White House is proposing.
Former President Donald Trump said of golfer Arnold Palmer, "this is a guy that was all man."
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Raphael Warnock and Paul Whelan join Margaret Brennan.
The documents, which are marked top secret, were posted to the Telegram messaging app.
Brooklinn Khoury was 20 years old when a family member's pet launched at her face and bit off her upper lip.
"If he's exhausted being on the campaign trail, is he fit to do the job?" Harris asked as Trump refuses to release detailed medical records.
The worst rates of the infection known as "walking pneumonia" or "white lung pneumonia" are in young children ages 2 to 4 years old.
Rwanda says it's gaining control of a Marburg outbreak, but U.S. authorities are taking no chances as another killer virus spreads fast.
Among new mothers in the U.S., 1 in 8 suffer from postpartum depression, according to the CDC.
Israel says strikes are targeting a Lebanese financial institution that "directly funds Hezbollah's terror," as thousands of civilians flee their homes.
"Gibbet Hill" tells of a sailor murdered by three criminals whose bodies were strung up on a hanging gallows on a hill as a ghostly warning to passing travelers.
The seizure "represents the largest amount of drugs seized in a maritime operation, unprecedented in history," the Mexican navy said
Fethullah Gülen, a reclusive U.S.-based Islamic cleric who inspired a global social movement while facing accusations he masterminded a failed 2016 coup in his native Turkey, has died.
A group of about 2,000 migrants left Mexico's southern border Sunday in hopes of ultimately reaching the United States.
This year, musicians all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl, are celebrating the 100th birthday of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue." Correspondent David Pogue looks into the history of Gershwin's first major work, a piece that melded jazz, classical and orchestral music, and became a fixture of American culture.
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House" – the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented and hilarious relatives.
Like father, like son: Damon Wayans is starring with Damon Wayans Jr. in the new comedy series "Poppa's House." It's the latest family affair for a comedian who has built a career working with his talented siblings Keenan, Shawn, Marlon and Kim, son Michael, and nephews Damien and Craig. Damon talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about his journey from working in the Paramount Studio mailroom, to creating edgy characters in movies and TV.
Keri Russell, who played a Russian spy in "The Americans," is now on the frontlines of geopolitics in "The Diplomat," playing the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Join "Sunday Morning" on the set of the hit Netflix series.
The cold open skit marked Baldwin's return to the comedy sketch show after the "Rust" involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed in July 2024.
Gordon Lubold from The Wall Street Journal joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the rise in drone activity over restricted U.S. military airspaces.
Dr. Marcus Collins, author of "For the Culture," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the influence of social media on voter decision-making. With 19 days left in the race, a CBS News poll reveals more than 20% of voters frequently use social platforms to stay informed.
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.
Just ahead of the holiday shopping rush, Apple is giving iPad minis their first update in years while Amazon is offering a new line of Kindle e-readers. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joined CBS News to discuss the devices.
Two Sudanese brothers are charged with running "Anonymous Sudan," one of the most prolific cyberattack-for-hire gangs of all time.
Colossal Biosciences says it's made a breakthrough toward the de-extinction of the thylacine, or Tasmanian tiger.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration published its winter outlook for this coming December, January and February. Experts anticipate warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the country. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey joins to discuss.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton caused so much complex havoc that damages totals are likely join the infamous ranks of Katrina, Sandy and Harvey as super costly $50-billion-plus killers, experts say.
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court said it will allow the Environmental Protection Agency to enforce new greenhouse gas emissions limits for power plants. Michael Gerrard, a professor at Columbia Climate School, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
White blobs of "a mystery substance" dotting beaches across Canada's far northeast Newfoundland and Labrador province spark an investigation.
The seizure "represents the largest amount of drugs seized in a maritime operation, unprecedented in history," the Mexican navy said
Documents obtained by CBS News challenge the claim that a deputy's shooting of Sonya Massey was an isolated incident by one "rogue individual," as the then-sheriff said at the time.
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
In 1982, Cathy Krauseneck, a young mother, was killed in her bed – an ax lodged in her head. Investigators believe the crime scene was staged to look like a burglary to cover up the real crime – the intentional murder of Cathy by her husband.
Richard Allen stands accused of killing the girls, Abby Williams and Libby German, in 2017.
NASA's solar-powered Europa Clipper took off Monday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The spacecraft is projected to reach Jupiter by April 2030 and will study one of the planet's moons. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood explains what scientists are hoping to accomplish with the mission.
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SpaceX launched its most powerful rocket ever built and then flew its first stage booster back to the launch pad where giant metal arms called "chopsticks" grabbed it, just seven minutes after lifting off in Boca Chica, Texas. The uncrewed test flight is a new milestone in SpaceX's vision of developing a fully reusable rocket to return astronauts to the moon and beyond.
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