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Maurene Comey pens letter after DOJ firing
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What we know about Trump's vein condition
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Mike Pence on TikTok's future in U.S.
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7/17: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump diagnosed with vein condition; Former VP Pence says he’s “disappointed” by Trump’s “retribution” for January 6 riot prosecutions
7/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump denies plan to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell; Former Vice President Mike Pence joins The Takeout
7/15: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Attorney General Pam Bondi faces questions about handling of the Epstein files; Historic Washington, D.C., restaurant closing doors for renovations
7/14: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump gives Russia a 50-day deadline to make peace; Trump crowns Chelsea at FIFA Club World Cup final as FIFA opens office in Trump Tower
7/11: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump tours flooding damage in Texas; New poll shows 46% of election officials concerned about politically motivated investigations
7/10: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Budget law gives ICE the funds to ramp up mass deportations; The new documentary "Apocalypse in the Tropics" looks at religion and right-wing politics in Brazil.
7/9: The Takeout with Major Garrett
U.S. resumes some flow of weapons to Ukraine; President Trump announces plan to host UFC fight at the White House
7/8: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump threatens over a dozen nations with tariffs beginning on Aug. 1; Customs and Border Protection beagle kicked and injured by man during an airport baggage search joins The Takeout.
7/7: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Rescuers search for survivors in deadly Texas floods; understanding the evolution of Presidential fashion
7/3: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Trump expected to sign budget bill tomorrow; History behind Independence Day and the events of July 4, 1776
7/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
House Republican leaders work to win over holdouts on budget bill; John Bolton, President Trump’s former national security adviser, discusses the Iranian regime.
7/1: The Takeout with Major Garrett
A partial verdict has been reached in the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs; Iran's foreign minister reacts to the U.S. airstrikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
6/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Senate holds marathon vote session on President Trump’s budget bill; Former Trump supporter refuses Jan. 6 pardon.
6/27: The Takeout with Major Garrett
The Supreme Court limits the use of nationwide injunctions as the fate of birthright citizenship remains unclear; The Trump administration ends a specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option.
6/26: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claims strikes on Iran were "historically successful;" State Department could begin mass layoffs as soon as tomorrow
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Trump orders Bondi to release Jeffrey Epstein-related grand jury testimony
President Trump late Thursday ordered the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell?
President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
Officer in raid that killed Breonna Taylor should get 1 day in prison, DOJ says
Brett Hankison was convicted in 2024 of using excessive force during a botched 2020 drug raid that left Breonna Taylor dead.
Trump wouldn't recommend appointing special prosecutor in Epstein case, Leavitt says
President Trump called the controversy over the Jeffrey Epstein case a "hoax" and "bulls***."
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What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell?
President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
TSA may change rules about liquids on planes, Homeland Secretary Noem says
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Americans are holding off on retirement over money concerns, study finds
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Trump claims Europe doesn't buy American cars or food. Is that true?
President Trump threatens to raise tariffs, claiming the European Union won't buy U.S. cars or food — but 2024 trade data shows otherwise.
Disneyland turns 70: Here's a look at "The Happiest Place on Earth"
Celebrations include the opening of "Walt Disney – A Magical Life," a show featuring a lifelike animatronic of the company's founder.
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Trump orders Bondi to release Jeffrey Epstein-related grand jury testimony
President Trump late Thursday ordered the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell?
President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
Iran's president injured during Israeli strikes, U.S. intelligence sources say
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was injured during an Israeli strike, sources told CBS News — though it's unclear if he was intentionally targeted.
Congressional Women's Softball Game sets aside politics for greater cause
Unlike their male counterparts, whose annual baseball game pits Republicans against Democrats, the congressional women play together with no party affiliation.
House inches forward on Trump's rescissions request
The House was expected to vote Thursday on a package to claw back $9 billion in spending, but drama unfolded over the Jeffrey Epstein files.
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FDA: Juul can sell vape devices, nicotine pods
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally approved Juul to sell its vape devices and nicotine pods. Dr. Robert Jackler, a professor at Stanford Medicine who focuses on the impact of tobacco and advertising, speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about it.
Juul can keep selling tobacco and menthol e-cigarettes, FDA decides
FDA regulators said Juul's studies show its e-cigarettes are less harmful for adult smokers, who can benefit from switching completely to vaping.
Ex-pilot who tried shutting off engines says he "had no intention of crashing" plane
Former airline captain Joseph Emerson, indicted for trying to shut off a plane's engines mid-flight in 2023, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the incident.
Coke with cane sugar or corn syrup? Here's what health experts say
President Trump said Coca-Cola has agreed to use cane sugar in its U.S. cola, which is currently sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. Is one of them actually better for your health?
8 babies born with DNA from 3 people in world-first IVF trial
A groundbreaking IVF trial has raised hope that women with genetic mutations in their own DNA could one day have children without passing on deadly diseases.
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Iran's president injured during Israeli strikes, U.S. intelligence sources say
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was injured during an Israeli strike, sources told CBS News — though it's unclear if he was intentionally targeted.
U.S. sanctions 6 leaders and affiliates of Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned six leaders and affiliates of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, including the head of the group, known by the alias "Niño Guerrero."
Puerto Rico bans hormone therapy and gender surgery for trans youth
Puerto Rican Gov. Jennifer Gonzalez signed a bill into law that bans hormone therapy and gender-affirming surgeries for transgender people under 21.
8 babies born with DNA from 3 people in world-first IVF trial
A groundbreaking IVF trial has raised hope that women with genetic mutations in their own DNA could one day have children without passing on deadly diseases.
Britain to lower voting age to 16 before next national election
The voting age in the U.K. will drop from 18 to 16 by the next national election in a bid to increase democratic participation, the government says.
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"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" to end in May 2026
CBS will end "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and retire "The Late Show" franchise in May 2026, the company announced Thursday.
"The Summer I Turned Pretty" stars reflect on show's final season
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Disneyland turns 70: Here's a look at "The Happiest Place on Earth"
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Final season of "The Summer I Turned Pretty"
Christopher Briney and Gavin Casalegno join "CBS Mornings" to talk about playing brothers Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher in the final season of the hit series "The Summer I Turned Pretty."
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Roblox CEO unpacks new safety features
The online gaming platform Roblox is adding new safety features aimed at protecting its young players. CEO and founder David Baszucki joins CBS News to explain the changes.
Mark Zuckerberg settles lawsuit over Cambridge Analytica scandal, reports say
The reported settlement comes a day after an $8 billion class-action lawsuit began in court.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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America's power grid in the age of AI
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Teens turning to chatbots for friendship
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Skeleton of medieval knight found under former ice cream parlor
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What to know about the Perseids and when to view the 2025 meteor shower
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Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
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Nanny on the run in alleged surrogacy scam
Police say 21 children, most born via surrogates, were pulled from a couple's 10,000 square feet California home. Now, the couple faces felony child endangerment charges and a nanny is on the run. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez reports from outside the home.
Victim of attempted kidnapping speaks out
Police have released video of an attempted kidnapping of a woman outside a St. Augustine, Florida, business. 18-year-old Emma Marine was able to fight off her attacker, who is now in custody, and is now speaking about the incident for the very first time. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the story.
Officer in raid that killed Breonna Taylor should get 1 day in prison, DOJ says
Brett Hankison was convicted in 2024 of using excessive force during a botched 2020 drug raid that left Breonna Taylor dead.
Wired: FBI's Epstein video was doctored
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.
Man who sent Facebook message about campus rape pleads guilty
Ian Cleary, 32, pleaded guilty months after being extradited from France to face the allegations.
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Piece of Mars sells at auction
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers capture birth of a new solar system around sun-like baby star
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Massive black hole merger forms one 225 times the mass of the sun
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Privately funded crew returns to Earth after space station visit
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Trump denies WSJ reporting on Epstein letter
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that President Trump sent Jeffrey Epstein a "bawdy" letter for the sex offender's 50th birthday. Mr. Trump is adamantly denying that reporting, calling the alleged letter fake, and threatening to sue the news organization. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Nanny on the run in alleged surrogacy scam
Police say 21 children, most born via surrogates, were pulled from a couple's 10,000 square feet California home. Now, the couple faces felony child endangerment charges and a nanny is on the run. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez reports from outside the home.
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Victim of attempted kidnapping speaks out
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Doctor explains Trump's minor vein condition
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced on Thursday that President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor vein condition. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains what chronic venous insufficiency is and how common it is.