Possible charges for former FBI director
Sources tell CBS News that federal prosecutors are nearing a decision about whether to seek an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey. CBS News Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
James Comey
Prosecutors near decision on charging Comey
Federal prosecutors in Virginia are nearing a decision on whether to charge former FBI director James Comey with a federal crime, sources say. It's unclear what the charge would be. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Sources on potential Comey indictment
Federal prosecutors are nearing a decision on potentially seeking an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, one of President Trump's political foes, multiple sources familiar tell CBS News. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Federal prosecutors near decision on whether to charge James Comey, sources say
Federal prosecutors are considering asking a grand jury to indict former FBI Director James Comey, sources say.
DOJ nearing decision on James Comey indictment
The Justice Department is nearing a decision to seek an indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, accusing him of lying to Congress five years ago. Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump aide sworn in as interim U.S. attorney
President Trump installed his former defense lawyer as the new interim U.S. attorney in Virginia on Monday. The previous officeholder resigned amid pressure to prosecute New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Trump urges Bondi to go after political foes
President Trump urged Attorney General Pam Bondi in a social media post to move forward with cases against several people connected to the U.S. government. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.
Maurene Comey pens letter after DOJ firing
The Justice Department, without warning or cause, has fired Maurene Comey, who assisted in the prosecution of Jeffrey Epstein and was the top federal prosecutor in the Sean "Diddy" Combs case. Comey is also the daughter of former FBI Director James Comey. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
Senate advances Emil Bove's nomination
The Senate on Thursday advanced the nomination of controversial Trump ally Emil Bove, while the Justice Department fired the daughter of a Trump rival, Maurene Comey. Meanwhile, President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor health condition related to his veins and on Capitol Hill, lawmakers moved forward with $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane, Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the details.
DOJ fires Maurene Comey, who helped prosecute Sean "Diddy" Combs and Jeffrey Epstein
Maurene Comey is the daughter of former FBI director James Comey, who was terminated by President Trump in 2017.
Calendar: Week of March 20
From hearings on Russia's intrusion into the U.S. election to World Puppetry Day, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead. Jane Pauley reports.
McCabe says Rosenstein wanted Comey's advice
Rod Rosenstein asked to contact James Comey for advice about appointing a special counsel -- after Comey's firing -- says McCabe.
McCabe describes Trump phone call
Andrew McCabe says President Trump called him after firing James Comey and demanded: Who let Comey fly home on an FBI plane?
James Comey under investigation for posting "86 47" on Instagram, Noem says
Trump administration officials claim former FBI chief James Comey called for violence against the president — which Comey has pushed back on.
Comey investigated over Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey is being investigated for a post that he shared on Instagram that federal officials allege was a call for violence against President Trump. Comey denied the allegations, saying he just thought it was "a political message" and that he opposes violence of any kind. Department of Justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
Patel slammed Wray over government plane use but won't disclose his own flights
FBI directors typically fly on government jets, but they're encouraged to limit personal travel.
Trump yanks security clearances of lawyers at firm that probed any Trump-Russia ties
Trump says he's suspending security clearances of lawyers at Perkins Coie, which was involved in launching oppo research during the 2016 campaign into any ties between Trump and Russia.
5/9/19: Red and Blue
Donald Trump Jr. subpoenaed to testify before republican-led Senate Intel Committee; Two years ago today: President Trump fired FBI director James Comey.
2/18: CBSN AM
FBI had reason to investigate Trump and Russia; Florida inmates help to rescue baby
6/8/17: Red and Blue
Former FBI Director James Comey testified Thursday that President Trump told "lies" about him about he was fired; After former FBI Director James Comey called his conversations with President Trump "concerning," House Speaker Paul Ryan said the President is still new to government.
Key senators in James Comey hearing
Get to know the key senators who will question former FBI Director James Comey on Thursday.
Trump claims he's being investigated
President Trump is claiming that he is being investigated for his decision to fire FBI Director James Comey. The Hill's Jordan Fabian joins CBSN to discuss.
Is President Trump jeopardizing himself with his tweets?
President Trump may want attention off the Russia probes, but he won't stop tweeting about them. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN to break down Mr. Trump's latest tweetstorm — and what it means for the special counsel.
Trump reportedly wanted IRS to probe foes
Former President Donald Trump reportedly wanted the IRS to investigate several of his perceived political foes, including ex-FBI director James Comey. The U.S. Labor Department is investigating a Wisconsin company for allegedly hiring 31 children for dangerous jobs, and Marvel’s “Wakanda Forever” stormed the box office on its opening weekend, raking in about $180 million globally.
Former FBI Director James Comey has deal for two crime novels
The first -- "Central Park West" -- features an assistant U.S. Attorney looking into ties between the Mafia and the murder of a local politician.
Judge questions prosecutor's handling of indictment in Comey case
A judge repeatedly questioned prosecutors about the validity of the indictment returned by a grand jury and its handling by interim U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan.
Epstein messages show effort to connect with former friend Bill Gates
"He wants to talk to you but his wife won't let him," an apparent adviser to Gates told Epstein.
Exclusive
FBI veteran alleges he was fired for displaying Pride flag
A 16-year FBI employee has filed a lawsuit alleging he was fired last month because he had a Pride flag displayed near his desk.
Botulism cases rise to 31 amid ongoing recall of ByHeart baby formula
The FDA said it received multiple reports that the baby formula is still being found on store shelves in multiple states.
Former Olympian charged with ordering murder of federal witness, DOJ says
Court documents accuse Ryan Wedding of ordering the murder of a federal witness in January 2025.
What happens to California's redistricting after Texas' maps were struck down?
The court ruling came after California voters formally approved a ballot measure that was introduced to counteract Texas' redistricting.
Texas man indicted in death of "King of the Hill" voice actor Jonathan Joss
It is unclear whether the killing of "King of the Hill" voice actor Jonathan Joss will be considered a hate crime.
Summers resigns from OpenAI board, other roles after Epstein emails released
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said Wednesday that he is resigning from the board of OpenAI after last week's release of emails between him and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
House to vote on repealing new law allowing $500K lawsuits from senators
House lawmakers are moving quickly to repeal a provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over phone record seizures. It's unclear what the Senate will do.