Michelle Wolf jabs WH press secretary
At the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday, comedian Michelle Wolf took jabs at White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders, who sat just a few feet away. Watch Wolf's roast.
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Michelle Wolf roasts Trump and the media
Comedian Michelle Wolf took advantage of President Trump's absence at the White House Correspondents’ dinner, and roasted at White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders and former U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore among others. She even touched on controversial topics such as the #MeToo movement. Comedian Sherrod Small joins CBSN to discuss Wolf's routine.
VA nominee allegations
Democrats on the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee distributed new allegations against President Trump's pick to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs on Wednesday. Dr. Ronny Jackson is accused of overseeing a hostile workplace environment within the White House Medical Unit, drinking while on duty, and improperly giving out medication. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss the controversy.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders addressed the allegations leveled against Trump's pick to lead the VA
White House presses for "better deal" for Iran pact as Macron arrives at White House
Sanders said she expects Macron and Trump to have "very open and candid conversations" on the Iran deal while Macron is here for Trump's first state visit
White House says it's confident in Ronny Jackson ahead of confirmation hearing
"We're still hopeful that as people get to know him, get to know who he is and how qualified he is that they'll come on board," said Sarah Sanders
Syria attack
The U.S. joined allies in Europe Friday in blaming Syria for an apparent chemical attack in the town of Douma that U.S. intelligence estimates killed at least 42. White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said the U.S. also holds Russia responsible for failing to prevent chemical attacks. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin says a joint military strike from the U.S., Britain and France is likely.
W.H. slams "blatant lies" in Comey's book
White House press secretary Sarah Sanders briefed reporters and answered questions about the new book by fired FBI Director James Comey. "One of the president's greatest achievements will go down as firing Director Comey," Sanders said.
Sarah Sanders blasts James Comey, Andrew McCabe
The briefing comes as President Trump slams James Comey, and as the DOJ watchdog issued a blistering report on fired FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe
Trump outpaces military, intelligence assessments in tweets on Syria
"We stand ready to provide military options if they're appropriate, as the president determined," Defense Secretary James Mattis said Wednesday
Trump attorney says he's "not worried" by FBI raids
Federal agents were looking for information about money paid to two women who claim they had an affair with President Trump
No final decisions yet on Syria
President Trump mentioned a missile response after the apparent chemical attack in Syria, but White House press secretary Sarah Sanders said no final decisions have been made.
Sarah Sanders says no decisions have been made yet on Syria
The world is awaiting a response to Syria, and Speaker of the House Paul Ryan won't seek reelection
White House "very confident" chemical weapons used in Syria attack
Sarah Sanders said the attacks were "consistent" with Assad's "established pattern of chemical weapons use"
Trump will deploy National Guard to southern border, DHS secretary says
President Trump will call on the National Guard to deploy personnel to the U.S.-Mexico border
White House: "No discussion" of Manafort pardon
Paul Manafort is betting his future on a pardon, sources tell CBS News
Citizenship form backlash
At the White House press briefing Tuesday, Sarah Huckabee Sanders defended the Trump administration's decision to include a question about citizenship status in the 2020 census. Bloomberg White House correspondent Kevin Cirilli joins CBSN to discuss the backlash and why the White House says the decision will help them enforce voter laws.
White House won't comment on Stormy Daniels allegations
"I don't think it's silent when the president has addressed this," White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said
White House says no plans for meeting with Putin "soon"
White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said there are no plans for President Trump and Putin to meet in the near future
Jim Carrey slammed for painting believed to be Sanders
Carrey is being criticized on social media for a portrait he painted that is believed to be White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders
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Pulse shooting footage shown in court; Mystery surrounds Royal wedding dress.
White House changes
The White House on Friday tried to knock down rumors that National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster could be the next to go. But sources say he's likely to lose his job, and Chief of Staff John Kelly could also be on his way out. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
White House denies reports of staff changes
White House press secretary Sarah Sanders says there are "no immediate personnel changes at this time," following reports that President Trump was considering another shake-up.
Sanders addresses administration turmoil
"The president wants to make sure he has the right people in the right places at the right time," Sanders said
Stormy Daniels lawyer speaks
Adult film star Stormy Daniels is trying a new approach to telling her story about an alleged affair with the president. Her attorney Michael Avenatti explains why to Julianna Goldman.
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Watch Live: Jimmy Carter's funeral service underway
President Biden will be giving a eulogy at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.
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Fires in California kill at least 5, scorch Los Angeles area as thousands flee
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia and Sunset fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Maps show where fires are burning right now in L.A. area
Updating maps of Southern California show where wildfires, like the Palisades Fire and Eaton Fires, are burning across Los Angeles.
Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Poland's president seeks exemption for Netanyahu visit despite ICC warrant
Poland's president wants Benjamin Netanyahu to be able to attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.
Hollywood Hills scorched as Sunset Fire spreads in Los Angeles
The Sunset Fire started as a brush fire in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills amid windstorm conditions.
Why would Trump want Greenland and the Panama Canal?
Donald Trump says the U.S. needs control of Greenland and the Panama Canal "for national security." Here's why both places are so important.
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All 5 living presidents attend Jimmy Carter's funeral
In a rare occurrence, all five living presidents gathered Thursday to honor Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C.
Who is speaking and singing at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
The former president will be honored in tributes and through musical selections and performances.
Hollywood Hills scorched as Sunset Fire spreads in Los Angeles
The Sunset Fire started as a brush fire in Los Angeles' Hollywood Hills amid windstorm conditions.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
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Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Dockworkers and port operators strike labor deal, again dodging strike
Automation was at the center of a long-running labor dispute that threatened to close East and Gulf Coast ports.
Los Angeles wildfires disrupt television, entertainment industry
Jimmy Kimmel Live and other TV productions went dark Wednesday as fires spread. It's unclear when they'll resume.
Tax refund delays still plague millions of Americans, report says
Millions of taxpayers continue to struggle with delays in refunds from the IRS, a new tax advocate report says.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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Read the full eulogy Walter Mondale left behind for Jimmy Carter
Former president Jimmy Carter's vice president, Walter Mondale, died in 2021 but left behind a eulogy that his son Ted read at Carter's memorial service Thursday morning.
All 5 living presidents attend Jimmy Carter's funeral
In a rare occurrence, all five living presidents gathered Thursday to honor Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C.
Who is speaking and singing at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
The former president will be honored in tributes and through musical selections and performances.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
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How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
New norovirus strain might be driving wave of cases, CDC data suggests
Lower immunity to the new GII.17 strain could be leading to more infections.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Shortage of primary care doctors in U.S. comes down to money — and respect
More medical schools say they will no longer charge tuition. But evidence suggests it will take a lot more than a free ride.
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Poland's president seeks exemption for Netanyahu visit despite ICC warrant
Poland's president wants Benjamin Netanyahu to be able to attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.
Climber's remains identified 6 decades after he fell from glacier
The German man has been identified after his bones, including part of a leg, were discovered in western Austria.
As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
"Christmas ended in the Canaries with the rescue of a baby born while crossing the sea," the coastguard said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
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Harlan Coben on success of "Missing You"
Harlan Coben joins CBS Mornings to talk about "Missing You," the global TV hit he executive produces. Based on his novel, the show follows Det. Kat Donovan as she investigates the case of a missing person.
Behind the scenes of new "Hollywood Squares"
The classic game show "Hollywood Squares" is getting a fresh update. Nate Burleson got a sneak peek.
How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
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Julia Michaels on new song with Maren Morris
Julia Michaels, a six-time Grammy nominee known for writing hits for artists like Dua Lipa and Justin Bieber, shares a first look at "Scissors," her upcoming collaboration with Maren Morris.
Amazon Books on top reads for 2025
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Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
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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.
AI is center stage at 2025 CES
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show was underway in Las Vegas on Tuesday. The annual trade conference spotlights some of the newest technological innovations from companies across the globe. Jason Hiner, editor-in-chief for tech news site ZDNET joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Meta to stop fact-checking on Instagram, Facebook
Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced Tuesday that its platforms will eliminate their third-party fact-checking systems. NPR correspondent Shannon Bond joins "The Daily Report" to discuss what that could mean for users moving forward.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
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Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
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ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
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Capitol Police arrest man with machete amid Carter visitation
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Stuart Eizenstat remembers Carter's legacy
Stuart Eizenstat, Jimmy Carter's former chief domestic policy adviser, spoke about Carter's time as president when he spoke at Thursday's state funeral. See Eizenstat's full address.
Sons of Ford and Mondale eulogize Carter
Steven Ford, the son of former President Gerald Ford, and Ted Mondale, the son of Vice President Walter Mondale, each delivered eulogies for former President Jimmy Carter Thursday at Carter's state funeral. See their full remarks.
Walter Mondale's son eulogizes Jimmy Carter
Walter Mondale served as Jimmy Carter's vice president. Mondale's son, Ted Mondale, delivered his father's eulogy for Carter at the former president's funeral on Thursday.
Gerald Ford's son remembers Jimmy Carter
The son of former President Gerald Ford, Steven Ford, spoke Thursday at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral. See Ford's full remarks.
Joshua Carter speaks at Jimmy Carter funeral
Jimmy Carter's grandson, Joshua Carter, remembered his grandfather and read a passage at the state funeral for the former president. See Carter's full address.