12/2/19: Red and Blue
House Republicans release impeachment report; White House unveils 2019 Christmas decorations.
Rick Perry
Dan Brouillette to replace Rick Perry
The Senate has confirmed President Trump's pick for energy secretary Monday. Gavin Bade, a reporter for Politico Pro, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss Rick Perry's legacy and the new head of the department, Dan Brouillette.
Rick Perry told Trump he was chosen by God
The outgoing energy secretary, in an interview with Fox News, said he told Trump he had been chosen by God to carry out God's plan
Volker says he used "official" channel
Kurt Volker, the former special envoy to Ukraine, strongly defended himself in his prepared opening statement, denying that he along with U.S. Ambassador to the EU Gordon Sondland and Energy Secretary Rick Perry formed a separate "irregular" channel informing Ukraine policy - an effort for which they became known as the "three amigos."
Trump slams Democrats over impeachment inquiry
President Trump gave an at times campaign-style speech during a shale conference in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The president slammed Democrats over the impeachment inquiry, and made the case that his energy policies are boosting the economy.
Trump taps new energy secretary to replace Rick Perry
Dan Brouillette is currently the deputy energy secretary
10/17/19: CBSN Evening News
Rick Perry tells Trump he'll resign as Energy Secy; NASA prepares for first all female spacewalk
Rick Perry tells Trump he's resigning as energy secretary
Perry has served since the beginning of the Trump administration
Trump pins Ukraine call on Rick Perry
House Democrats issued a subpoena yesterday to Energy Secretary Rick Perry. This follows the president's claims that Perry was the one who asked him to speak with the president of Ukraine in their July phone call. Axios White House and national politics reporter Alayna Treene joined CBSN to discuss the significance of these developments.
Comparing past impeachments to Trump inquiry
House Democrats are issuing new subpoenas in their impeachment inquiry into President Trump. This week they subpoenaed Energy Secretary Rick Perry along with two associates of the president's personal lawyer, Rudy Giuliani. "60 Minutes" correspondent John Dickerson joins "CBS This Morning" to break down everything that's happened this week in Washington.
Second Ukraine call whistleblower emerges
A second whistleblower has emerged, deepening the political challenge for President Trump as he faces an impeachment inquiry. The attorney representing the whistleblower says that person has "firsthand knowledge" of the phone call with Ukraine's president. Politico White House reporter Daniel Lippman joins CBSN AM to discuss the latest.
Nevada congressman calls for Rick Perry to resign
The U.S. Energy Department has since suspended shipments of low-level radioactive waste from Tennessee to Nevada
Energy Department calls natural gas "freedom gas" in press release
The release isn't the first time the department has associated "freedom" with natural gas
Author examines why Trump administration "didn't show up" for transition briefings
Bestselling author Michael Lewis is out with "The Fifth Risk," turning his critical eye toward the federal government
The new swamp: Lobbyist tied to Rick Perry seeks bailout for energy firm
A well-connected GOP fundraiser, he served in the past as an adviser to California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and to Texas Gov. Rick Perry, also a close friend
Perry says he's not interested in Veterans Affairs Secretary job
Perry denounced reports of the switch in roles as "fake news"
AP sources: Trump considers replacing Shulkin with Rick Perry at VA
According to the AP, Trump is considering ousting the embattled Veterans Affairs head after facing chaos within his own department
DOE staffer loses job after making public photos of Rick Perry hugging coal baron
Simon Edelman has filed a federal whistleblower complaint alleging he was terminated from the agency after he provided the photos to two media outlets
Trump plan to boost coal and nuclear power gets rejected
The independent, GOP-controlled Federal Energy Regulatory Commission said the proposal wouldn't help the nation's grid
Trump science job picks lack advanced degrees
Nearly 60 percent of Trump nominees for science-related jobs do not have a master's or doctorate in a science or health field, AP analysis finds
Climate report says humans "extremely likely" to blame for warming
Government report says "there are no convincing alternative explanations" for rising temperatures and a changing climate
Rick Perry says fossil fuels can help prevent sexual assault
Energy secretary says electric-powered lights shine "righteousness" on "those types of acts"
Tiny company awarded huge Puerto Rico contract has ties to Trump administration
Lawmakers in both parties are asking why a small Montana company was granted a $300 million, no-bid contract to help rebuild transmission and distribution lines
10/20/17: The Takeout
CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris share a pile of donuts with Secretary of Energy Rick Perry.
Perry rules out Senate run against Ted Cruz in 2018
He also had some words of advice for his fellow Cabinet members about the perils of private airline travel
White House says 104% tariff on China will take effect Wednesday
The U.S. will impose a 104% tariff on imports from China starting on Wednesday, according to White House officials.
Supreme Court halts court order requiring rehiring of probationary workers
More than 16,000 probationary workers at six different agencies were fired in mid-February.
Dozens killed by roof collapse at nightclub in Dominican Republic
The roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed on a crowd, killing more than 60 people and leaving many others injured or trapped under rubble.
Judge rules for Associated Press in White House access dispute
A federal judge granted the Associated Press' request for a preliminary injunction and ordered White House officials to restore its access to certain spaces.
Air traffic chief retires early as FAA replaces senior managers at DCA
In the wake of the deadly mid-air collision and a series of concerning close calls, the FAA has brought in a new management team to the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport.
Social Security wrongly tells some recipients their payments ended
One family said they were dismayed when the Social Security site said their disabled adult son was no longer receiving benefits.
Musk feuds with Navarro on tariffs as White House says "boys will be boys"
The world's richest person called a key Trump trade adviser "dumber than a sack of bricks" Tuesday.
Zelenskyy says Ukrainian forces caught 2 Chinese men fighting for Russia
Ukraine's leader says two Chinese nationals were caught fighting alongside Russia's army in the war-torn east of his country, and he's demanding answers from Beijing.
IRS agrees to send immigrant tax data to ICE
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
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Horse-drawn caissons to return to Arlington Memorial Cemetery after 2-year pause
Arlington National Cemetery will reintroduce caisson horses to some military funerals in June, after a two-year pause to improve the herd's health.
RFK Jr. cuts lead poisoning team helping tribes, local health departments
The CDC's team of lead poisoning experts remained off the job a week after the sweeping HHS layoffs.
Threat of a matcha shortage concerns U.S. businesses: "Uncharted territory"
Matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food, is in short supply.
Air traffic chief retires early as FAA replaces senior managers at DCA
In the wake of the deadly mid-air collision and a series of concerning close calls, the FAA has brought in a new management team to the air traffic control tower at Reagan National Airport.
Judge rules for Associated Press in White House access dispute
A federal judge granted the Associated Press' request for a preliminary injunction and ordered White House officials to restore its access to certain spaces.
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Threat of a matcha shortage concerns U.S. businesses: "Uncharted territory"
Matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food, is in short supply.
IRS agrees to send immigrant tax data to ICE
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
Trump tariffs could have "devastating impact," small businesses say
Small business owner Emily Ley says new U.S. tariffs on China will devastate her stationery store, calling the added costs "catastrophic."
Tax time triggers fraud alarms for some Obamacare enrollees
Consumers fraudulently enrolled in Affordable Care Act coverage could receive unexpected tax bills — possibly their only clue they've been victimized.
White House says 104% tariff on China will take effect Wednesday
The U.S. will impose a 104% tariff on imports from China starting on Wednesday, according to White House officials.
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Horse-drawn caissons to return to Arlington Memorial Cemetery after 2-year pause
Arlington National Cemetery will reintroduce caisson horses to some military funerals in June, after a two-year pause to improve the herd's health.
Musk feuds with Navarro on tariffs as White House says "boys will be boys"
The world's richest person called a key Trump trade adviser "dumber than a sack of bricks" Tuesday.
Judge rules for Associated Press in White House access dispute
A federal judge granted the Associated Press' request for a preliminary injunction and ordered White House officials to restore its access to certain spaces.
IRS agrees to send immigrant tax data to ICE
The IRS has agreed to share immigrants' tax data with ICE for to help authorities identify and deport undocumented immigrants.
What is "honeytrapping"? Why a concept straight out of spy movies is a real threat.
U.S. government staff based in China were banned from sexual relationships with Chinese citizens earlier this year, bringing age-old fears of "honeypotting" back to the fore.
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RFK Jr. cuts lead poisoning team helping tribes, local health departments
The CDC's team of lead poisoning experts remained off the job a week after the sweeping HHS layoffs.
Mexico confirms country's first human death from H5N1 bird flu
A 3-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting bird flu, Mexican health authorities said.
At least 6 children test positive for measles at Texas day care
Lubbock Public Health issued new measles vaccine recommendations following the cases at the day care.
Tax time triggers fraud alarms for some Obamacare enrollees
Consumers fraudulently enrolled in Affordable Care Act coverage could receive unexpected tax bills — possibly their only clue they've been victimized.
Can weight loss drugs help with dementia risk? Here's what studies suggest.
Popular weight loss drugs may do more than curb appetite — they may also help reduce the risk of dementia, according to new research.
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Threat of a matcha shortage concerns U.S. businesses: "Uncharted territory"
Matcha, the bright green powder imported from Japan and used to make drinks and food, is in short supply.
Octavio Dotel, former MLB pitcher, dies in Dominican nightclub roof collapse
Former MLB players Octavio Dotel and Tony Blanco died after the roof of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo collapsed during a performance by merengue singer Rubby Pérez.
Mexico confirms country's first human death from H5N1 bird flu
A 3-year-old girl in western Mexico died after contracting bird flu, Mexican health authorities said.
Congo repatriates 3 Americans over a deadly failed coup plot
The three Americans convicted for participating in a botched coup attempt in Congo last year have been repatriated to the United States, officials say.
Volcano eruption in the Philippines sends ash miles into the air
The area around Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines was still under evacuation orders from an eruption in December.
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Geri Halliwell-Horner's journey from Spice Girls to bestselling author
Geri Halliwell-Horner looks back at her time as a Spice Girl and talks about her transition to becoming an author.
Will Richard on winning NCAA national title
The Florida Gators won their first NCAA basketball title since 2007. Will Richard, who hit four three-pointers in the first half, speaks about the big win, what he'll remember from this season and the next steps in his career.
Florida Gators forward on big win over Houston
The Gators defeated the Houston Cougars 65–63, claiming their first national championship since 2007. Forward Thomas Haugh joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the thrilling finish.
Spice Girls Geri Halliwell Horner on new book
Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell Horner joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her second novel, "Rosie Frost: Ice on Fire," a mystery-filled adventure that follows a young orphan uncovering secrets at a boarding school.
Idina Menzel on "Redwood"
Nearly a decade since her last Broadway role, Idina Menzel is back, this time climbing through midair as a grieving mother who finds healing and hope in California's redwood forest.
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Instagram users under 16 will need parental OK to livestream, Meta says
Instagram users under 16 won't be able to livestream or unblur nudity in direct messages they've received without parental approval.
China pulls TikTok deal over tariffs
TikTok faced a Saturday deadline to find a U.S. buyer or face a potential ban. President Trump announced an extension on Friday. A deal was at the finish line but China pulled back due to Trump's tariff announcement. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman 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.
Nintendo unveils new Switch 2 console
Nintendo has unveiled its next console, the Switch 2. Washington Post reporter Gene Park joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the new user experience, the price and possible security concerns.
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.
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Dire wolf pups born 12,500 years after extinction, company says
Colossal Biosciences said it used ancient DNA from the extinct species to create three dire wolf pups named Romulus, Remus and Khaleesi.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
Geomagnetic storms could bring northern lights show to parts of U.S.
The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, are forecast tonight after they were visible in parts of Washington, Montana and Alaska on Friday.
Sahara desert, once lush and green, was home to mysterious human lineage
Researchers studied the DNA of two 7,000-year-old naturally mummified individuals excavated in the Takarkori rock shelter in southwestern Libya.
Monkeys are "best yodellers" in the world, study says
Primates possess special anatomical structures in their throats called vocal membranes, allowing for yodeling at higher octaves, researchers found.
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Daughter uses podcast to try to solve dad's unsolved 2002 murder
Madison McGhee has spent tens of thousands of dollars and interviewed dozens of people to try to solve her father's murder.
Lori Vallow Daybell's Arizona trial continues with witness testimony
Lori Vallow Daybell is accused in Arizona of conspiring to murder her estranged husband, Charles Vallow.
Lori Vallow Daybell trial opening statements
Opening statements began Monday in the trial of a woman facing charges in the death of her fourth husband. Lori Vallow Daybell, who has already been convicted of killing two of her children in a separate trial, has pleaded not guilty in this case. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez is in Phoenix, Arizona, with more.
Drug-sniffing dogs help find record haul of cocaine hidden on ship
The Korea Coast Guard said they had found two tons of what they suspect to be pure cocaine on a Norwegian-flagged ship.
Brand charged with rape, sexual assault
Comedian and actor Russell Brand has been charged in the U.K. with several counts related to rape and sexual assault allegations, London's Metropolitan Police announced. This comes after claims by four women emerged in 2023. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
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Stars cheer Gayle King's journey to space
With just days to go before liftoff, Gayle King gets a surprise sendoff on "CBS Mornings" from friends and famous faces including Tom Hanks, William Shatner, Bill Nye and Megan Rapinoe.
Revisit the 2024 total solar eclipse with photos and videos
As Americans wait for the next chance to see a total solar eclipse from the U.S., here's a look back at the 2024 event.
Rocket carrying NASA's Jonny Kim, 2 cosmonauts docks with space station
The craft carrying astronaut Jonny Kim and two Russian cosmonauts docked with the space station. They're scheduled for an eight-month stay.
SpaceX Fram2 crew back on Earth
A wealthy bitcoin entrepreneur and three other adventurers returned to Earth aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule after 55 passes above the North and South Poles. CBS News' Bill Harwood has more.
Space tourists complete first-ever flight around Earth's poles
SpaceX's third all-civilian privately chartered flight was the first to carry a crew into polar orbit.
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"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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Trump chats with GOP holdouts on budget plan
Several Republican holdouts went to the White House on Tuesday to discuss the GOP budget plan. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports. Then, political strategists Michael LaRosa and Lance Trover join "America Decides" with analysis.
Hegseth fires top U.S. admiral at NATO
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired another top-ranking military official, Vice Admiral Shoshana Chatfield. Chatfield had been assigned to NATO. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has the details.
SCOTUS mandates due process for deportees
The Trump administration and lawyers for a Maryland man wrongfully deported to El Salvador filed Supreme Court briefs in the fight to have him returned. It comes as the court gives the go-ahead for deporting alleged gang members under a 1798 wartime law. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Rep. Jason Crow on Signal chat leak and more
Sources tell CBS News that national security adviser Mike Waltz meant to add a spokesman and not a journalist to a chat on Signal where Trump administration officials were discussing plans to bomb Yemen. Democratic Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado joins "America Decides" with his take on the debacle, Trump's tariffs and the state of his party.
Early morning stock rally fizzles out
A stock market rally fizzled by Tuesday's closing bell, with the Dow Jones wiping out a 1,400-point gain and all three major indexes closing in the red ahead of the midnight deadline for President Trump's sweeping tariffs. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Jennifer Jacobs have more.