John Dickerson's Notebook: A week of anguish
John Dickerson reflects on a dramatic week in Washington and how the anguish could transform the future for the better
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Flake, Coons on Kavanaugh's "angry" testimony on Capitol Hill
In an interview airing on Sunday's "60 Minutes," Flake and Coons discuss their pivotal roles in delaying a vote on Kavanaugh's nomination
Sens. Flake, Coons on Kavanaugh testimony
Brett Kavanaugh's response to Christine Blasey Ford's allegations against him led to questions about his judicial temperament. Sens. Jeff Flake and Chris Coons told "60 Minutes" what they thought about Kavanaugh's testimony. Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET and 7 p.m. PT on CBS.
Jeff Flake, Chris Coons on Brett Kavanaugh's "angry" Senate testimony
"The statement in the beginning, I thought was pretty raw but in keeping with someone who had been unjustly accused," said Flake.
Accuser's friend clarifies statement about alleged assault by Kavanaugh
Leland Keyser sends letter to the Judiciary Committee reiterating that while she doesn't remember the party in question, she believes Ford
More than 20 million people watched Brett Kavanaugh hearing
Millions of people watched Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh's emotional testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday
Inside Friday's Kavanaugh confirmation vote
Alexander Bolton is a senior reporter covering Senate affairs for The Hill. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the stunning events that unfolded at Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation vote on Friday. Sen. Jeff Flake shocked Washington when he demanded the committee delay the full Senate vote on Kavanaugh’s confirmation until the FBI could investigate the allegations against him.
Trump orders limited FBI probe of Kavanaugh
President Trump is calling on the FBI to launch an investigation into his Supreme Court nominee, Brett Kavanaugh. The investigation into sexual assault allegations against Kavanaugh came at the request of Arizona Republican Sen. Jeff Flake – a key vote in the confirmation. The panel passed Kavanaugh's nomination out of committee Friday, but agreed to Flake's request to delay a final vote to allow time for an investigation. Errol Barnett reports.
Behind the scenes of Jeff Flake's decision to call for an FBI probe into Kavanaugh allegations
Prayer, family advice, and conversations with a Democratic senator and the deputy attorney general inspired Flake to call for a delay in confirming Kavanaugh
Kavanaugh vote delayed
The White House Friday ordered an FBI investigation into allegations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Joining CBSN to discuss are CBSN political contributor, Democratic strategist, and founding partner at 270 Strategies, Lynda Tran; and CBSN political contributor, Boston Herald columnist, and politics editor at NHJournal.com, Michael Graham.
Brett Kavanaugh says he will "continue to cooperate" as FBI probe ordered
Trump ordered an FBI investigation after Sen. Flake called for a week-long delay on a vote to allow for an investigation into allegations against Kavanaugh
Trump orders FBI to conduct "supplemental investigation" into Kavanaugh
The president granted the Senate Judiciary Committee's request for FBI involvement, but "must be limited in scope and completed in less than one week"
What happens next with Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination
Sen. Jeff Flake called for a delay of the floor vote to confirm Kavanaugh unless an FBI investigation is conducted
Dramatic committee vote on Kavanaugh
Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Arizona, made a last-minute call for a one-week delay to the final vote on Brett Kavanaugh to allow for an FBI investigation into sexual assault allegations. Jeff Glor anchors with correspondents Nancy Cordes and Ed O'Keefe on Capitol Hill.
Trump on Flake request to delay Kavanaugh vote
President Trump said Friday he's open to whatever the Senate wants to do, after Sen. Jeff Flake called for a one-week delay in the floor vote on Brett Kavanaugh to allow for an FBI investigation. Watch the president's remarks.
Senators react to Brett Kavanaugh confirmation vote outside of Judiciary Committee hearing
While senators testified inside the Judiciary Committee hearing, some Democrats left in protest and spoke to reporters outside
Sen. Flake confronted by protesters
After Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Arizona, announced plans to vote for Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court, he was stopped by protesters in a Capitol Hill elevator. "You're telling all women that they don't matter, that they should just stay quiet," one woman cried. "You're telling me that my assault doesn't matter ... and that you're going to let people who do these things into power."
Flake confronted by protesters after saying he'll vote to confirm Kavanaugh
The GOP senator was a key swing vote in Kavanaugh's confirmation process
Flake on Ford allegation
Arizona Sen. Jeff Flake criticized President Trump on the Senate floor on Wednesday for doubting Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's sexual assault accusation against Brett Kavanaugh. Jeff Mason, White House correspondent for Reuters, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss if the White House is concerned ahead of Thursday's hearing.
Sen. Flake speaks on Kavanaugh accusations
In a speech on the Senate floor, the Arizona Republican urged his colleagues to keep an open mind ahead of Thursday's hearing with Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford.
Jeff Flake discusses allegations against Brett Kavanaugh on Senate floor
Kavanaugh has been accused of sexual misconduct by three women
Kavanaugh accuser wants FBI investigation
In a letter sent to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley, Christine Blasey Ford's lawyers say an FBI investigation would serve as a first step in the process to their client testifying in public. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with the latest reaction from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Kavanaugh, accuser set for dramatic showdown but some Dems balk
Both slated to testify before Senate panel Monday, though some Democrats charge GOP is rushing the process
Jeff Flake on Kavanaugh confirmation: "We can't vote until we hear more"
"I'm not comfortable moving ahead with the vote on Thursday if we have not heard her side of the story or explored this further," Flake told the Washington Post
John McCain's death shadows Republican primary in Arizona
Three Republicans are vying to replace Sen. Jeff Flake, who is retiring after his fierce criticism of Trump made his political future in the state untenable
Iran's president and foreign minister found dead at helicopter crash site
Iran's president and foreign minister were killed when their helicopter crashed in mountains in dense fog, state media say.
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Michael Cohen back on the stand to wrap up Trump trial testimony
Michael Cohen is back on the stand for a fourth day of testimony, the last appearance he is expected to make.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to Maryland's ban on so-called assault weapons, allowing legal proceedings to play out.
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders
A prosecutor has asked the U.N.'s International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister, defense minister and 3 top Hamas leaders.
Pope Francis discusses same-sex couples, surrogacy during rare interview
Pope Francis, during a rare interview from the Vatican, urged acceptance, saying, "The Gospel is for everyone."
County sheriffs wield lethal power, face little accountability
More people were killed by U.S. law enforcement in 2023 than any other year in the past decade — and it's increasingly happening in small towns and rural areas.
Dali refloated weeks after collapse of Key Bridge. Here's what happens next.
The Dali, the 948-foot-long cargo ship stuck in the Patapsco River for weeks since it felled the Francis Scott Key Bridge, was refloated Monday. Now it's headed to Seagirt Marine Terminal.
House GOP says revived border bill "dead on arrival" as Senate plans vote
House Republican leadership said a Senate effort to revive a once-failed border security measure is "dead on arrival" in the lower chamber. But the legislation may not make it out of the Senate.
Red Lobster files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Red Lobster's owner has said the pandemic and rising costs hurt the seafood chain's financial performance.
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House GOP says revived border bill "dead on arrival" as Senate plans vote
House Republican leadership said a Senate effort to revive a once-failed border security measure is "dead on arrival" in the lower chamber. But the legislation may not make it out of the Senate.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to Maryland's ban on so-called assault weapons, allowing legal proceedings to play out.
Rare sighting of "unusually fascinating" deep-sea fish in Oregon
Male Pacific footballfish are known to act "more like parasites" and lose their eyes and internal organs after fusing themselves to females to get their nutrients.
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Michael Cohen back on the stand to wrap up Trump trial testimony
Michael Cohen is back on the stand for a fourth day of testimony, the last appearance he is expected to make.
Red Lobster files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Red Lobster's owner has said the pandemic and rising costs hurt the seafood chain's financial performance.
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Red Lobster files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Red Lobster's owner has said the pandemic and rising costs hurt the seafood chain's financial performance.
Bruce Nordstrom, who helped grow department store chain, dies at 90
Bruce Nordstrom, who helped expand his family's Pacific Northwest department store chain into an upscale national brand, has died, his sons confirmed Sunday.
Samsung trolls Apple after failed iPad Pro "crush" ad
Samsung piles on with its on ad after Apple apologizes for a spot that it acknowledged "missed the mark."
Dow closes above 40,000 for first time, notching new milestone
Wall Street investors are increasingly confident of a soft landing for the U.S. economy, pushing financial markets to new highs.
Chevy Bolt owners win $150 million settlement after EVs caught fire
Some owners of the electric vehicle will be eligible for compensation of up to $1,400 because of a battery problem that caused fires.
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House GOP says revived border bill "dead on arrival" as Senate plans vote
House Republican leadership said a Senate effort to revive a once-failed border security measure is "dead on arrival" in the lower chamber. But the legislation may not make it out of the Senate.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to Maryland's ban on so-called assault weapons, allowing legal proceedings to play out.
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Michael Cohen back on the stand to wrap up Trump trial testimony
Michael Cohen is back on the stand for a fourth day of testimony, the last appearance he is expected to make.
Biden courts battleground state Black voters with two big speeches
In Atlanta, Georgia, and Detroit, Michigan, the president made overtures to Black voters while addressing Gaza and attacking Trump.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation," May 19, 2024
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Sen. J.D. Vance and Sen. Gary Peters join Margaret Brennan.
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Cost of diabetes, obesity drugs often out of reach for low-income patients
While it may seem like everyone is taking Ozempic, not everyone can afford to. The high price of popular diabetes drugs prevents many people from getting them.
Map shows states where COVID is "likely growing"
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
Bill to ban most public mask wearing advances in North Carolina
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
What is hypochlorous acid? The trendy skin care ingredient, explained
Hypochlorous acid is the latest skin care ingredient making waves on social media for acne prevention — but is it true? We asked dermatologists.
Walmart chia seeds sold nationwide recalled due to salmonella
Private-label food supplier recalls 32-ounce pouches of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds because of potential contamination.
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Who replaces Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi and what happens next?
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi was killed in a helicopter crash, but his death is unlikely to spark any political crisis. Here's what happens next.
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders
A prosecutor has asked the U.N.'s International Criminal Court to issue arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister, defense minister and 3 top Hamas leaders.
WikiLeaks' Assange can appeal against U.S. extradition, U.K. court rules
If extradited to the U.S., Julian Assange faces a potential 175 years in prison for publishing classified information about the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
11 presumed dead, 9 rescued after fishing boat sinks off South Africa
"The families of the bereaved fishermen have been informed that the search has been called off," an official said.
9 more killed in attacks on political candidates before Mexico elections
Photos shared by local media showed a red truck dotted by bullet holes, and bloodied bodies lying in the trunk and on the ground.
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"Diddy" apologizes for 2016 assault
Sean "Diddy" Combs is apologizing after a disturbing video surfaced over the weekend. The video appears to show the hip-hop mogul assaulting his then-girlfriend in a hotel hallway in 2016. Warning: This video contains content that is graphic and disturbing.
Sean "Diddy" Combs apologizes for alleged assault seen in 2016 video
Hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs posted a video on social media apologizing for his "inexcusable" behavior and that he takes "full responsibility" for his actions.
A Monopoly on fun
Monopoly is the top-selling modern board game of all time, available today in 114 countries and 47 languages, and a myriad of variations. Hasbro's senior VP of board games Brian Baker explains to correspondent Susan Spencer the most important design element to a game's success.
Martha Stewart on how to throw a garden tea party
The lifestyle entrepreneur and host of "Martha Gardens" offers tips on preparing a delicious afternoon tea.
Courteney Cox: Designing woman
After studying design and architecture in college, Courteney Cox pursued modeling and acting, and is forever identifiable as "neat freak" Monica in the sitcom "Friends." Now she's an entrepreneur, creating a line of scented products for the home.
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Behind the wheel of a $3 million car
The Hennessey Venom F5 is not just a sports car; its twin turbo V8 engine can muster more than 1,800 horsepower, almost twice that of a Formula 1 racing car. And yes, you can drive it on the street, for the cool price of $3 million. Correspondent Lee Cowan goes inside the design of a machine that shuns the mundane.
TikTok influencers sue U.S. government
Eight TikTok influencers have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government in an effort to block enactment of a law passed and signed last month that requires TikTok be sold by China-based owner Byte Dance by January, or face a possible nationwide ban. Scott MacFarlane has more.
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.
Samsung trolls Apple after failed iPad Pro "crush" ad
Samsung piles on with its on ad after Apple apologizes for a spot that it acknowledged "missed the mark."
TikTok says it's testing letting users post 60-minute videos
TikTok is allowing select users to upload longer-form videos as the social media app looks to compete with YouTube.
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Discovery of long-lost river may solve ancient pyramid mystery
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
New study may solve mystery about warm-blooded dinosaurs
A new study suggests that the first warm-blooded dinosaurs may have roamed Earth about 180 million years ago.
Asia's deadly heat wave was made 45 times more likely for this reason
Extreme heat is known as a "silent killer," and in some areas across Asia, its intensity would have been impossible without one critical factor, a new study found.
Satellite images show what the historic geomagnetic storm looked like from space
Millions of Americans looked to the night sky and snapped magical photos and videos of the northern lights this past weekend during the momentous geomagnetic storm.
Cicadas pee from trees. And they can urinate a lot, a new study finds.
Scientists who study such things have found that cicadas urinate in a jet stream because they consume an incredible volume of fluid during their brief time above ground.
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Arizona man learns his fate 7 years after wife was buried alive
"Sandra was kidnapped from her home while her children slept nearby, bound in packing tape, driven to a remote location and buried alive," prosecutors said.
Man acquitted in killing of pregnant woman, boyfriend in Kansas
Camrah Trotter, was killed as she called 911 after her boyfriend, 23-year-old Dominique Ray, was fatally shot.
9 more killed in attacks on political candidates before Mexico elections
Photos shared by local media showed a red truck dotted by bullet holes, and bloodied bodies lying in the trunk and on the ground.
County sheriffs wield lethal power, face little accountability
More people were killed by U.S. law enforcement in 2023 than any other year in the past decade — and it's increasingly happening in small towns and rural areas.
Young Chicago mother fought for weeks to stop abuser before being shot, killed
Maria Roque filed numerous police reports and got a protection order. But the system that was supposed to protect her failed.
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Blue Origin takes oldest man ever into space
Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket lifted off Sunday, carrying the oldest man ever to go into space. Ed Dwight, 90, trained to become NASA's first Black astronaut candidate 60 years ago, but he didn't get to fly then.
Blue Origin launches first Black astronaut candidate 60 years after rejection
Ed Dwight trained to become the first African American astronaut but was never asked to join NASA. He finally flew into space on Sunday.
Launch of Boeing's hard-luck Starliner delayed yet again
Ongoing work to resolve a persistent helium leak has pushed the first piloted Starliner flight back at least four more days, to May 25.
Sun emits its largest X-class flare of the solar cycle
The large explosion of energy and light from the sun comes just days after Earth was slammed with the biggest geomagnetic storm in more than 20 years.
Researchers discover "super fluffy" planet with cotton candy-like density
WASP-193b is 50% larger than Jupiter — the largest planet in our solar system — but seven times less massive because of it's extraordinarily low density.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
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Elenor Mak on creating diversity in dolls
Elenor Mak is the founder of Jilly Bing, the company behind the Jilly doll. Jilly is an Asian-American doll, created because Mak wanted to give her daughter a doll that looks like her, but she couldn't find one. The Jilly doll launched last summer and sold out within weeks. It is now available online and in certain stores.
Iran's president, foreign minister killed in helicopter crash
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, 63, was killed in a helicopter crash amid a dense fog in the mountains of northwestern Iran, the country's state media reported on May 20. Bodyguards and other officials, including Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian, were also killed.
Biden faces protest at commencement speech
President Biden delivered the commencement address at Morehouse College in the battleground state of Georgia on Sunday. In his speech, Mr. Biden called for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, but some of the graduates said that's not enough.
"Diddy" apologizes for 2016 assault
Sean "Diddy" Combs is apologizing after a disturbing video surfaced over the weekend. The video appears to show the hip-hop mogul assaulting his then-girlfriend in a hotel hallway in 2016. Warning: This video contains content that is graphic and disturbing.
Blue Origin takes oldest man ever into space
Blue Origin's New Shepard rocket lifted off Sunday, carrying the oldest man ever to go into space. Ed Dwight, 90, trained to become NASA's first Black astronaut candidate 60 years ago, but he didn't get to fly then.