5/18: CBS Evening News
Trump denies asking Comey to drop Flynn probe; Commentary: Bob Schieffer on the "what if" president
James Comey
Trump denies accusations
President Trump denied that he tried to shut down the FBI investigation into whether his campaign colluded with Russia to influence the election. Mr. Trump called the investigation "ridiculous" and said it "hurts our country terribly." Margaret Brennan reports.
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Stocks sink as Comey news rocks D.C., another global cyberattack emerges, and IBM orders remote workers back to the office. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
Mueller named special counsel
With almost no warning, the Justice Department appointed former FBI Director Robert Mueller Wednesday as special counsel in charge of the bureau's investigation Russian interference with the presidential election. Mueller, who led the FBI for 12 years, was named one day after we learned of a memo by fired FBI Director James Comey. Jeff Pegues reports.
Comey investigation
The appointment of special counsel could change the course of the Russia investigation. CBS News political director Steve Chaggaris on what the latest announcement means for both the White House and Washington.
Chaffetz on Comey
The House Oversight Committee on Tuesday night asked the FBI to produce all notes of former Director James Comey's conversations with President Trump. Rep. Jason Chaffetz, the chairman of the committee, told CBS News he hopes to hear Comey's testimony next Wednesday.
Comey wants to testify
A source tells CBS News that former FBI Director James Comey "most definitely" wants to testify publicly about his abrupt firing and the memo that details allegations that President Trump told Comey to end the probe into Michael Flynn. CBS Evening News producer Andres Triay joins CBSN with the latest.
GOP congressman on Trump
Rep. Justin Amash, R-Michigan, said Wednesday that if it's true Trump asked then-FBI Director James Comey to end investigation of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn, it would be grounds for impeachment.
Obstruction of Justice
Democrats are raising "obstruction of justice" concerns after reports of FBI Director James Comey's memo surface.
Capitol Hill reaction
Democrats are calling for an independent commission to review allegations that President Trump asked former FBI Director James Comey to drop the investigation to Michael Flynn. Editor-in-chief of The Hill, Bob Cusack, joins CBSN to discuss the latest reactions from Capitol Hill.
Impact of Comey memo
Former FBI Assistant Director Ron Hosko explains the impact of James Comey's memo on the investigation into Russian meddling in the U.S. election.
Comey memo fallout
CBS News' Major Garrett and Jeff Pegues discuss the bombshell notes by former FBI Director James Comey on his conversations with President Trump about the investigation into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.
White House in crisis
Revelations from the James Comey memo and the controversy of intelligence sharing with Russia has led the president to question everyone in his administration, even top adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner. Major Garrett reports.
Bob Schieffer on Comey memo
The White House denies that President Trump asked former FBI Director James Comey to shut down the investigation into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer, who spoke to Republican Sen. John McCain Tuesday about the explosive Comey memo, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the latest controversy surrounding the Trump administration.
Trump obstructing justice?
Obstruction of justice was the main charge against President Bill Clinton when he was impeached in 1998. President Richard Nixon faced the same accusation before he resigned in 1974. Jan Crawford reports on the potential fallout for President Trump after a memo by former FBI Director James Comey revealed Mr. Trump tried to convince him to end the investigation into former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.
Comey memo turning point for GOP?
Some Democrats say if President Trump did ask former FBI director James Comey to end the agency's investigation of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn, it is an obstruction of justice. Lawmakers from both parties want Comey to testify. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump's request to Comey
The day after National Security Adviser Michael Flynn resigned, then-FBI Director James Comey wrote in a memo that President Trump asked him to drop the investigation into Flynn's ties with Russia. "I hope you can let this go," Mr. Trump asked Comey, according to the memo. CBS News Political Director Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Flynn investigation
Former FBI Director James Comey wrote a memo claiming that the president tried to shut down the FBI's investigation of former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. The story was first reported by The New York Times, and a source confirmed the contents of the memo to CBS News. CBS Radio News correspondent Steven Portnoy joins CBSN with details.
5/15: CBS Evening News
Report: Trump revealed classified info to Russian officials; 21 airlines begin huge relocation at LAX
Trump's taping converstations?
The White House will not confirm or deny that President Trump recorded his conversations with James Comey. The president has only made one thing clear in a tweet that warned he may have taped conversations. Major Garrett has the details.
Dems on FBI chief
Democrats may block President Trump's nominee to replace former FBI Director James Comey unless there's a special prosecutor assigned to investigate Russian interference in the 2016 presidential campaign. CBSN political contributor Jon Allen explains.
Trump staff shake-up?
The White House may be on the brink of a staff shake-up. Sources tell CBS News it could happen in days or President Trump could wait until later this summer. The president's communications office is under the heaviest pressure after a tumultuous week, including the firing of FBI Director James Comey. Major Garrett reports.
Sen. Sasse on FBI director, new book
Republican Sen. Ben Sasse of Nebraska joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the firing of former FBI director James Comey and his new book, "The Vanishing American Adult: Our Coming-of-Age Crisis -- and How to Rebuild a Culture of Self-Reliance."
President Trump's Comey controversy
Democrats in Congress are threatening to vote against any FBI director nominee unless a special prosecutor is appointed to take over the Russia investigations. Lawmakers from both parties are asking President Trump to hand over any recordings of his conversations with James Comey, if they exist. Major Garrett reports.
Clapper: Comey firing was "shabby"
President Trump says he'll choose that new FBI director before the end of this week. The Justice Department interviewed eight possible replacements over the weekend. Jeff Pegues spoke to former National Intelligence Director James Clapper, who was blunt in his assessment of James Comey's firing.
Trump says he's signed bill to release Epstein files
President Trump said Wednesday he has signed the bill that requires the Justice Department to release files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days.
Trump approves Ukraine-Russia peace plan, but without Ukraine on board
Trump has endorsed a proposal to end Russia's war on Ukraine, but there's no indication yet that Kyiv will accept the terms, which seem to favor Moscow.
ICE official to testify on steps taken to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
The Trump administration is pushing to remove Kilmar Abrego Garcia from the U.S. ahead of his criminal trial on human smuggling charges next year.
NYPD: Gun rights movement 3D2A, 3D printers spark rapid rise in ghost guns
Ghost guns that are 3D-printed are being made from plans readily available online, experts say.
Dick Cheney's funeral is today. Here's who's speaking and how to watch.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney's funeral will be held at the Washington National Cathedral, with several former presidents in attendance.
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Coast Guard admiral, DEA administrator defend strikes on alleged drug boats
The strikes have come amid a broader buildup of U.S. military forces in the Caribbean as the Trump administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela.
Employers added 119,000 jobs in September, latest employment report shows
The September jobs report, which was delayed due to the government shutdown, comes amid a slowdown in hiring across the U.S.
Hurricane Melissa winds hit record-breaking 252 mph, data confirms
Researchers recorded a record-breaking wind gust as Hurricane Melissa lashed the Caribbean in late October.
Accused fentanyl kingpin in U.S. court after being captured in Cuba
The drug trafficking suspect was turned over to the U.S. to face charges he trafficked large quantities of cocaine and fentanyl into the country.