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Another strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in eastern Pacific, military says -- The latest U.S. military strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean killed three people Sunday.
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Ben Sasse on Senate's "smack-down nonsense" and his wish for America -- Former Sen. Ben Sasse, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer late last year, spoke to CBS News about why Congress is dysfunctional, the promises and risks of AI and his wish for the country.10 hours ago
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and Chevron CEO Mike Wirth join Margaret Brennan.13 hours ago
Tillis says he's ready to move forward with Warsh's nomination for Fed chair -- U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro said Friday her office is dropping its criminal investigation into Fed Chairman Jerome Powell and the $2.5 billion renovation of the central bank's headquarters.13 hours ago
Transcript: Rep. Jamie Raskin on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jamie Raskin, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.17 hours ago
Transcript: Sir Christian Turner, U.K. ambassador to the U.S., on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Sir Christian Turner, U.K. ambassador to the U.S., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.17 hours ago
Weijia Jiang: I was on stage last night with the president. This is what I saw. -- CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang was sitting next to President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner when the chaos unfolded.17 hours ago
Transcript: Sam Vinograd and AT Smith on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd and CBS News law enforcement analyst AT Smith that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.16 hours ago
Weijia Jiang on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with White House Correspondents' Association President and senior CBS News correspondent Weijia Jiang that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.17 hours ago
What's in the "manifesto" of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect -- Cole Allen, 31, sent an email to family members shortly before the annual press gala, officials told CBS News.14 hours ago
Transcript: Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Chevron CEO Mike Wirth that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.18 hours ago
Rep. Jim Clyburn on protecting democracy: "I don't think the American people are doing enough" -- In recent decades, South Carolina has become the Democratic Party's make-or-break proving ground for White House hopefuls - and Jim Clyburn, the state's sole Black Democrat in the House, is one of the party's most important voices.18 hours ago
Blanche: Authorities believe suspect was targeting Trump administration officials -- Law enforcement apprehended 31-year-old Cole Allen after he charged a security checkpoint outside the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.19 hours ago
Blanche says Trump's public appearances won't change because of this "lone man" -- "If one of his goals was to get us to be scared, he failed," Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday.19 hours ago
Transcript: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 26, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 26, 2026.20 hours ago