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Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak -- Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, the only immigration facility that houses children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
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Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches -- Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.2 hours ago
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026 -- On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.4 hours ago
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.5 hours ago
DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals -- A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.5 hours ago
Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research and a CBS News election law contributor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.5 hours ago
Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics -- President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.5 hours ago
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former FDA commissioner, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026. Dr. Gottlieb also sits on the boards of Pfizer and United Health Care.5 hours ago
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026 -- The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.6 hours ago
Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won -- Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.8 hours ago
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race -- Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.22 hours ago
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed -- Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media. -- Feb 74 hours ago
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home -- Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."1 day ago
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war -- If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters. -- Feb 712 hours ago
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees -- A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump. -- Feb 619 hours ago
Live - Super Bowl 2026 live updates on today's Seahawks vs. Patriots showdown - The Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots Sunday in the 2026 Super Bowl. Get live updates here. updated 7M ago16 minutes ago
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return -- Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.1 hour ago
Lindsey Vonn undergoes surgery for leg fracture after crash at Winter Olympics -- Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the Milano Cortina Games, is in stable condition after her crash.2 hours ago
Ilia Malinin leads Team USA to gold in Olympic figure skating team event -- Team USA defended its Olympic figure skating team event gold medal on Sunday after Ilia "Quad God" ushered the team to victory at the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.25 minutes ago
Starmer's aide quits over ambassador appointment despite Epstein links -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, said he took responsibility for advising Starmer to appoint Peter Mandelson.1 hour ago