RFK assassination files released by Trump admin. Here's what they say.
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Trump administration vows release of RFK assassination files within days
The Trump administration could release files on the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy — the U.S. health secretary's father — within days, after decades of public fascination about the killing.
CDC buried measles forecast, ProPublica finds
As the number of measles cases continues to rise, a new report claims the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention buried a measles forecast that stressed the need for vaccinations. The agency now reports 483 confirmed cases across 19 states. ProPublica reporter Patricia Callahan joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
How RFK Jr. testified at Senate hearing
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, testified for his first Senate confirmation hearing. Kevin Sheridan, a former spokesman for the RNC, joins CBS News with his take on the hearing, and CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more from the White House.
Trump signs executive order to release more JFK, RFK, MLK assassination files
President Trump said he'll declassify any remaining files from John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassinations.
McConnell warns RFK Jr. against effort to undermine polio vaccines
Aaron Siri, an attorney to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., petitioned the FDA to "withdraw or suspend" its approval of a polio vaccine.
Trump selects several new Cabinet positions
President-elect Donald Trump selected hedge fund CEO Scott Bessent as treasury secretary, Oregon Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer as labor secretary, former Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought to the same role, and Dr. Janette Nesheiwat as surgeon general. CBS News reporter Jake Rosen has more on the picks.
Doctor answers latest medical questions
Cases of several dangerous bacterial infections and viruses have been growing around the U.S. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder answers questions about these health concerns. She also discusses President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Dr. Mehmet Oz to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
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Trump to nominate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of Health and Human Services; Mike Tyson returns to ring to fight Jake Paul.
ABBA calls out Trump for "unauthorized use" of music at rallies
ABBA joins a growing list of artists who have opposed the former presidents' use of their music on the campaign trail.
What history can teach about this U.S. moment
In the past two weeks, former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt and President Biden ended his reelection campaign. Has there ever been two weeks in American history like this? The answer: Yes and no. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains.
Biden campaigns with Kennedy family
President Biden held a campaign event with 15 members of the Kennedy family Thursday, as they threw their support behind Mr. Biden instead of their own relative, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. His family's public endorsement of Mr. Biden signals how seriously Democrats are taking his run. Nikole Killion has details.
Journalist Terence Smith on his encounter with Sirhan Sirhan's father
The foreign correspondent and former "Sunday Morning" reporter, author of the new memoir, "Four Wars, Five Presidents," talks about discussing the murder of Senator Robert F. Kennedy with the assassin's father.
Terence Smith on meeting Sirhan Sirhan's father
The foreign correspondent and former "Sunday Morning" journalist, author of the new memoir, "Four Wars, Five Presidents," talks about discussing the murder of Senator Robert F. Kennedy with the father of Sirhan Sirhan.
RFK's children speak out on Sirhan Sirhan
After more than five decades, California's parole board has recommended that Sen. Robert F. Kennedy's assassin, now 77, be granted parole. Chris and Kerry Kennedy oppose giving their father's killer his freedom.
RFK children speak out on Sirhan Sirhan parole
After more than five decades, California's parole board has recommended that Sen. Robert F. Kennedy's assassin, Sirhan Sirhan, now 77, be granted parole from his life sentence. Correspondent Lee Cowan talks with Kerry and Chris Kennedy, who are adamantly opposed to giving their father's killer his freedom.
RFK assassin recommended for parole
A state panel in California recommended parole for Sirhan Sirhan, who assassinated Senator Robert F. Kennedy in 1968.
Sports legend Rafer Johnson dead at 86
Rafer Johnson, who won the decathlon at the 1960 Rome Olympics and helped subdue Robert F. Kennedy's assassin in 1968, died Wednesday at his home in the Sherman Oaks section of Los Angeles, according to family friend Michael Roth. No cause of death was announced. He was 86. CBS Los Angeles reports.
Body of Gideon McKean, great-grandson of RFK, found after 5 days
The body of his mother, Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean, was recovered two days earlier.
Maeve Kennedy Townsend McKean's body recovered
A dive and rescue team found McKean's body in 25 feet of water, approximately 2.5 miles south of her mother's house in Shady Side, Maryland.
RFK's granddaughter and her young son missing
A granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy and her 8-year-old son are missing. Crews are searching Chesapeake Bay for 40-year-old Maeve Kennedy McKean and her son Gideon, who were last seen in a canoe. Natalie Brand reports from Washington.
"A Kennedy is a Kennedy": Joe Kennedy launches Senate challenge
The 38-year-old Kennedy scion is challenging Senator Ed Markey
Robert Kennedy assassin stabbed by inmate
The man imprisoned for assassinating Senator Robert F. Kennedy was hospitalized Saturday morning after he was stabbed by a fellow inmate. Sirhan Sirhan is serving life in prison for the 1968 assassination, which occurred after Kennedy declared victory in the California democratic presidential primary. Officials said he was attacked Friday at a correctional facility near San Diego, and that he is in stable condition.
Saoirse Kennedy Hill's uncle honors her mental health activism
"Saoirse's sincere account of her depression is a powerful reminder of how so many people suffer alone and feel isolated," Kennedy wrote
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
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Pope Francis mourned worldwide as Catholic Church prepares for next chapter
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.
Looking back at Pope Francis' impact on the Catholic Church
A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.
Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat, sources say
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Supreme Court to consider dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage
The Affordable Care Act requires health insurers and group health plans to cover certain preventive-care services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force at no cost to patients.
Trumps to host White House Easter Egg Roll today with corporate sponsorships
Much of year's egg roll will be sponsored by corporations, a change from the traditional sponsorship by the American Egg Board.
Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
What scientists fear most about bird flu spread in the U.S.
Bird flu infections have been rare among people, but the pathogen is evolving, which has scientists worried about a possible pandemic.
Officers who attended Jan. 6 rally ask SCOTUS to allow anonymity in records
Current and former Seattle Police officers who attended President Trump's Jan. 6 rally are seeking to keep their identities out of public records related to the insurrection.
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Drones an increasing midair risk to airliners at major U.S. airports, AP says
An APr analysis shows drones last year accounted for nearly two-thirds of reported near midair collisions involving commercial aircraft at major U.S. airports. Safety experts such collisions could be catastrophic.
Supreme Court to consider dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage
The Affordable Care Act requires health insurers and group health plans to cover certain preventive-care services recommended by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force at no cost to patients.
Trumps to host White House Easter Egg Roll today with corporate sponsorships
Much of year's egg roll will be sponsored by corporations, a change from the traditional sponsorship by the American Egg Board.
Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat, sources say
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Salvadoran Catholic leader urges Bukele not to turn country into U.S. prison
El Salvador's top Catholic leader on Sunday urged President Nayib Bukele not to turn the country into a Guantanamo-style U.S. prison.
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Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
What's open and closed on Easter 2025?
Check out the list of the supermarkets, retailers, and fast food chains that are open on Easter and which are closed.
Trump is studying how to remove Fed Chair Powell, adviser says
Trump administration economist Kevin Hassett said Powell's removal is being studied by the president and his team.
Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement
Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.
Ford says it could raise prices this summer if tariffs remain in effect
Ford's vehicle prices could rise this summer if 25% auto tariffs remain in place, the company said in a memo to dealers.
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Vance, Modi set to meet in India with Trump's tariffs taking center stage
Vice President JD Vance is in India on a four-day visit as New Delhi looks to avoid U.S. tariffs, negotiate a bilateral trade deal with Washington and strengthen ties with the Trump administration.
Supreme Court to consider dispute involving ACA's preventive-care coverage
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Trumps to host White House Easter Egg Roll today with corporate sponsorships
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Hegseth shared details of Yemen strike in another Signal chat, sources say
The messages were sent the same day Hegseth shared similar details in a separate Signal chat that inadvertently included The Atlantic's editor-in-chief.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 20, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Chris Van Hollen and EPA administrator Lee Zeldin join Weijia Jiang.
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Vanessa Abraham thought her symptoms were a bad flu — until she collapsed to the floor struggling to breathe.
Trump administration replaces COVID websites
The Trump administration has moved to replace websites that previously offered health information and access to COVID tests and treatment.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Obesity doctor touts new weight loss drug
There may soon be a new medication option for losing weight. Eli Lilly's experimental pill appears to work as well as the injected drug Ozempic to lower the weight of diabetes patients. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
CDC scraps plan to help Texas schools curb measles over layoffs, employee says
Some employees working on the CDC's measles response were warned they could face layoffs.
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Key dates in the life of Pope Francis — from Buenos Aires to Rome
Here are some important dates in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis in 2013 and died on Monday.
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Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican says
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Salvadoran Catholic leader urges Bukele not to turn country into U.S. prison
El Salvador's top Catholic leader on Sunday urged President Nayib Bukele not to turn the country into a Guantanamo-style U.S. prison.
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Extended interview: David Hyde Pierce
In this web exclusive, "Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce, now appearing on Broadway in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about playing physical comedy; tweaking Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Pirates of Penzance" for today's audience; his early television roles that led to the part of Dr. Niles Crane on "Frasier"; and his relationship with his husband, Brian.
David Hyde Pierce, the very model of a modern Major-General, in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
The "Frasier" star is back on the Broadway stage in a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans.
David Hyde Pierce in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical"
"Frasier" star David Hyde Pierce is back on the Broadway stage in "Pirates! The Penzance Musical," a jazzy re-working of the Gilbert & Sullivan classic, transplanted to New Orleans. The former aspiring concert pianist talks with correspondent Martha Teichner about the thread that Gilbert & Sullivan has run throughout his life. He also talks about his comedy influences, and what it means to him to make people laugh.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including veteran TV game show host Wink Martindale.
Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino: Curtain up on "Étoile"
The Emmy-winning couple behind "Gilmore Girls" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" are now debuting "Étoile," a new comic-drama about two struggling ballet companies.
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Fake job seekers are flooding the market, thanks to AI
Companies say fake job seekers are using artificial intelligence to get remote jobs, often in an attempt to steal insider secrets.
Scientist on reviving extinct dire wolves
Biotech company Colossal Bioscience has made headlines for saying it brought the dire wolf species back from extinction. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser spoke with the company's chief science officer, Beth Shapiro, who broke down the science and motivations behind the project.
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.
About 429,200 wireless phone chargers recalled over fire hazard
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
Judge: Google is online advertising monopoly
A federal judge ruled Thursday that Google is a monopolist in markets for online advertising technology. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady has the details.
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NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
Breaking down the return of dire wolves
Colossal Biosciences says it successfully gene-edited gray wolves to carry traits of the extinct dire wolf. Founder and CEO Ben Lamm and Chief Science Officer Beth Shapiro discuss the research and rising controversy.
Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
Can climate change really create zombie fungi, like in "The Last of Us"?
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
NOAA could face 25% budget cut, slashing climate research, in draft proposal
An internal government document proposes significant changes for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, hitting its research functions hardest.
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Was an Oregon teen the mastermind behind her father's murder?
After Aaron Friar and his 15-year-old daughter Ellie vanished from their Medford, Oregon, home, investigators arrived to discover a horrific scene – and soon after, evidence of a murder plot is revealed.
FSU president reacts to the campus' mass shooting
Classes resume Monday at Florida State University, the scene of the nation's latest mass shooting. Two people were killed when a gunman opened fire near the student union on Thursday. Kati Weis spoke with the university's president on the tragedy.
Judge to allow "bushy eyebrows" testimony in Bryan Kohberger trial
Kohberger, 30, is charged with murder in the stabbing deaths of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves at a rental home in Idaho near campus.
Gunmen disguised as soldiers kill 12 spectators at cockfight
Footage of the shooting, circulated on social media, showed spectators flinging themselves to the ground and taking cover under their seats.
FSU shooting victim speaks out from hospital
Tallahassee police said there was no connection between the Florida State University shooting suspect, 20-year-old Phoenix Ikner, and the victims. CBS News' Kati Weis and Anna Schecter have more details.
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When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
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Astronomer on new evidence pointing to life
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Scientists find "strongest evidence yet" of life on distant planet
A British-U.S. team of researchers detected signs of two chemicals in the planet's atmosphere long considered to be "biosignatures" indicating extraterrestrial life.
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Pope Francis, often referred to as the "People's Pope," died at age 88 on Monday morning. He appeared in public less than 24 hours earlier, appearing outside the Vatican on Easter Sunday. CBS News reflects on his life and legacy in this special report.
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In 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected pope and chose Francis as his papal name. Scott Pelley anchored a CBS News Special Report on the election from Rome.
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