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The Justice Department requested on Friday that a judge unseal grand jury records related to Jeffrey Epstein. Political strategists Joel Payne and Rina Shah join "The Takeout" to unpack the furor surrounding President Trump over the Epstein files.
Firings at the DOJ have ensnared a prosecutor who is pursuing a Florida man accused of treating a more than $100 million fund intended for children with special needs as a "personal piggy bank."
The Justice Department is asking a judge to sentence a former police officer convicted of violating Breonna Taylor's civil rights to one day in prison, amounting to time served, and three years of supervised release. Taylor was killed during a botched 2020 raid in Louisville, Kentucky. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the details.
Former Vice President Mike Pence joins "The Takeout" to explain why he opposes some of President Trump's Jan. 6 pardons and recent firings at the Justice Department.
The Justice Department, without warning or cause, has fired Maurene Comey, who assisted in the prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein and was the top federal prosecutor in the Sean "Diddy" Combs case. Comey is also the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
The Senate on Thursday advanced the nomination of controversial Trump ally Emil Bove, while the Justice Department fired the daughter of a Trump rival, Maurene Comey. Meanwhile, President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor health condition related to his veins and on Capitol Hill, lawmakers moved forward with $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane, Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the details.
Video released by the Justice Department shows the outside of Jeffrey Epstein's prison cell hours before he was found dead. New reporting by Wired says the video had nearly three minutes cut out. Wired investigative data reporter Dhruv Mehrotra joins CBS News with more.
Maurene Comey is the daughter of former FBI director James Comey, who was terminated by President Trump in 2017.
The Trump administration is facing criticism from some within the MAGA movement for its handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins "The Takeout" with his perspective.
President Trump is calling the controversy swirling around his administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files a "hoax." CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
In a notable break from President Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for the Department of Justice to release all of its information on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa has more.
President Trump praised Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday for her handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane was at that news conference and has more.
Some in the MAGA movement are demanding more answers about the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Julie K. Brown, investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, joins to discuss further.
The Trump administration asked a federal appeals court to lift an order restricting immigration raids in Southern California. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more on that and about how the firings at the Justice Department have complicated a case against a Florida man accused of fleecing children with special needs.
More than 20 Justice Department employees who participated in investigations of President Trump and his allies were fired over the last week. Scott MacFarlane discusses what we know about the purge.
Sources told CBS News that among those fired were paralegals who worked for Special Counsel Jack Smith's office, finance and support staff, and two additional Justice Department prosecutors in North Carolina and Florida.
There is new tension between the U.S. attorney general and the number two at the FBI over the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The FBI's deputy director, Dan Bongino, did not show up to work Friday, fueling uncertainty at the department. Justice Department reporter Jake Rosen has more.
The New York Times reports that the Justice Department is investigating the possibility of using criminal charges against election officials. CBS News election law expert David Becker joins "The Takeout" to parse through the potential ramifications.
A review of the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein has sparked a conflict between Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, sources say.
A new purge is underway inside the Department of Justice with another round of firings of employees who handled the prosecutions of the U.S. Capitol riot, including three former Jan. 6 prosecutors and public affairs specialist Patty Hartman. Fired on Monday, Hartman didn't investigate or prosecute rioters, but sent out agency press releases about the cases.
Patty Hartman, who worked with the public affairs team on Jan. 6 prosecutions, was fired Monday by Pam Bondi.
A 17-year Justice Department official is warning of a wave of retribution inside the agency. Scott MacFarlane spoke to Patty Hartman, who served as a top public affairs specialist at the FBI and federal prosecutors' offices.
A former Justice Department official told CBS News that she believes she was fired for representing the prosecutors who were investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. She spoke exclusively with CBS News about her experience. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
A 17-year Justice Department official, Patty Hartman, told CBS News she was unexpectedly fired on Monday. Hartman served as a top public affairs specialist and helped distribute news releases about the Jan. 6 criminal prosecutions. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Federal prosecutors say two people helped sell an SKS rifle to Ryan Routh six weeks before he allegedly tried to shoot President Trump.
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
Blizzard warnings were issued Saturday for New York City, New Jersey and coastal communities along the East Coast.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection "are prioritizing the general traveling population at our airports and ports of entry and suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
All nine avalanche victims have been recovered from California's Sierra Nevada, Nevada County Sheriff Shannan Moon said Saturday at a news conference.
The former prince was arrested after revelations about his alleged misconduct in public office emerged in the Epstein files.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at the age of 25 at a residence in New Albany, Indiana, authorities reported Saturday.
Team USA could add more gold medals to its tally, including on Sunday when the U.S. men's hockey team takes on Team Canada.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection "are prioritizing the general traveling population at our airports and ports of entry and suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
In April 2024, college student Sade Robinson, 19, went on a first date and never came home. Her car was found set on fire 3 miles from her apartment. Using data from an app on her phone, law enforcement began to piece together where she went — and who she was with.
Cati Blauvelt was discovered in an abandoned South Carolina farmhouse in 2016 — a broken knife blade inside her body. Almost immediately, her friends had one suspect in mind: John Blauvelt, her estranged husband, a once-respected Army recruiter.
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
Kaillie Humphries Armbruster won her sixth career Olympic medal, tying fellow American Elana Meyers Taylor for the most by any woman in bobsled history.
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a statement that TSA and Customs and Border Protection "are prioritizing the general traveling population at our airports and ports of entry and suspending courtesy and special privilege escorts."
Ruben Ray Martinez was fatally shot in South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. ICE's involvement in the shooting was not disclosed until more than 11 months after the shooting.
On Friday, President Trump signed a proclamation that would impose 10% tariffs on most foreign imports to the United States.
House Speaker Mike Johnson's office has denied a request to have the late Rev. Jesse Jackson lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to past precedent.
The Trump administration fired an interim top prosecutor in Eastern Virginia almost immediately after he was hired by a panel of judges, deepening the conflict between the DOJ and the judiciary in that region.
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Travis Corbitt's struggles to breathe led to his retirement and reliance on an oxygen tank.
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
Kaillie Humphries Armbruster won her sixth career Olympic medal, tying fellow American Elana Meyers Taylor for the most by any woman in bobsled history.
U.S. speedskater Jordan Stolz finished fourth in his last race after winning two golds and a silver.
An American was among the five recovered dead after the avalanche, police said.
The former prince was arrested after revelations about his alleged misconduct in public office emerged in the Epstein files.
Team USA could add more gold medals to its tally, including on Sunday when the U.S. men's hockey team takes on Team Canada.
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Under the Sun."
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Cut & Rewind."
Say She She has been on a meteoric rise since their 2022 debut, playing major festivals and selling out venues around the world. The disco-funk group shows no signs of slowing down, recently releasing their third album "Cut & Rewind." Here is Say She She with "Disco Life."
The Milan Cortina Winter Games are coming to an end, with the closing ceremony taking place on Sunday. But enjoying a taste of Italy at home is easy with the iconic Aperol spritz. Here's what to know about the famous cocktail.
The U.S. News and World Report best hotels of 2026 list is full of gorgeous suites and travel inspiration. Here's what to know about the ranking.
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
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.
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
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.
In April 2024, college student Sade Robinson, 19, went on a first date and never came home. Her car was found set on fire 3 miles from her apartment. Using data from an app on her phone, law enforcement began to piece together where she went — and who she was with.
Cati Blauvelt was discovered in an abandoned South Carolina farmhouse in 2016 — a broken knife blade inside her body. Almost immediately, her friends had one suspect in mind: John Blauvelt, her estranged husband, a once-respected Army recruiter.
Caleb Flynn, 37, appeared in season 12 of "American Idol." He was arrested by Tipp City police last week and charged with murder, assault and tampering with evidence.
Police in Spain seized a stash of about 1,161 pounds of Papaver somniferum, also known as opium poppy.
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into activities at a ranch once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
The Artemis II mission aims to send four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen — on a flight around the far side of the moon and back.
An internal investigation is blasting NASA's handling of the first piloted flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft in 2024. The flight left two astronauts stuck on the International Space Station for nearly a year. The investigation found the flight was plagued by potentially life-threatening technical and management failures.
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
A growing, aging population and an acute caregiver shortage are pushing adult care centers to think outside the box. Itay Hod introduces a new, high-tech helper.
Team USA on Saturday soared to its eleventh gold medal when Connor Curran and Chris Lillis won the mixed team aerials title. In the process, the U.S. set a record for its most gold medals at a Winter Olympics with 11. On the final day of the Games, Sunday, the U.S. can add to its count when the men's hockey team faces off against Canada in the much-anticipated gold medal game. Seth Doan has the latest on all the action.
A soldier goes on the run after his wife is murdered. With him, his 17-year-old girlfriend. What does she know? "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Former Prince Andrew's arrest in connection with the Epstein files was still making waves in the U.K. on Saturday, as the police investigation was widening. Elizabeth Palmer has more details.
President Trump raised his new, global tariffs to 15%, one day after the Supreme Court struck down many of his punishing taxes. Willie James Inman reports on the impact on American businesses and whether there could be refunds issued.