Hegseth on damage to Iran's nuclear sites
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth spoke briefly at a press conference at the NATO summit to comment on discrepancies over the reported level of damage that U.S. strikes caused to Iran's nuclear sites.
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Iranian nuclear sites damaged, not destroyed
The Trump administration claimed it "obliterated" Iran's key nuclear sites, but CBS News is learning that may not be the case. A preliminary intel assessment finds U.S. strikes on three Iranian facilities over the weekend only set back the country's nuclear program by a few months. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.
Pentagon reveals new details on Iran strikes, named Operation Midnight Hammer
Operation Midnight Hammer included seven B-2 Spirit bombers, 125 total aircraft and more than 75 precision-guided weapons, the Joint Chiefs chairman said.
Inside the complex U.S. mission in Iran
The U.S. military operation in Iran over the weekend, dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer," included seven B-2 Spirit bombers, 125 total aircraft and more than 75 precision-guided weapons, Pentagon officials said. Here's what we know about the "highly classified" mission.
What we know about "Operation Midnight Hammer"
Senior Pentagon officials said the U.S. mission in Iran, dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer," included seven B-2 Spirit bombers that flew east from their base in Missouri to Iran. Watch CBS News' special report for the latest details.
Pentagon officials on U.S. strikes on Iran
Senior Pentagon officials on Sunday morning shared new details about the U.S. military operation to strike Iran's three key nuclear sites, calling it the "largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history." Watch the full briefing.
Iran's leader reacts to Trump surrender post
In a televised address on Wednesday, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, responded to President Trump's call for Iran's "unconditional surrender." CBS News' Holly Williams and Charlie D'Agata have the latest.
Hegseth avoids Sen. Slotkin's questions
Sen. Elissa Slotkin pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about potential orders for U.S. military members to detain protesters in U.S. cities. Hegseth avoided the question several times and refuted accusations about orders that may be given to troops at the behest of President Trump.
Sen. Kelly grills Hegseth about "Golden Dome"
Sen. Mark Kelly prodded Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for more details on the "Golden Dome" missile defense system proposed by the Trump administration. Kelly questioned if some of Hegseth's proposed budget cuts would affect the system's success.
Hegseth on U.S. involvement in Israel-Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that any decisions related to joining the Israel-Iran conflict "are at the presidential level" during his testimony before the Senate Committee on Armed Services. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest from Capitol Hill.
Heated exchanges during Hegseth testimony
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced tense questioning during testimony before the Senate Armed Services Committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Duckworth on Hegseth's tenure
Sen. Tammy Duckworth criticized Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for what she called a period of "failure" during his time atop the Pentagon. Duckworth also decried the focus on renaming bases and warned against sending troops to police U.S. cities.
Warren spars with Hegseth at hearing
Sen. Elizabeth Warren pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about potentially sending troops to U.S. cities at the behest of President Trump. This comes after Mr. Trump activated the National Guard and the Marines in Los Angeles over anti-ICE protests.
Congressman on base names controversy
Sen. Angus King pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about the Trump administration's efforts to rename some military bases, choosing to return to names that honor Confederate military leaders.
Congressman blasts Hegseth on renaming bases
Sen. Tim Kaine blasted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for the Trump administration's efforts to rename the military bases that were given new names during the Biden administration.
Hegseth testifies before Senate committee
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is testifying before the Senate Committee on Armed Services on Wednesday, answering questions about the Iran-Israel conflict and the defense budget. Mia McCarthy, a Congressional reporter for POLITICO, joins "CBS News 24/7" with more details.
Sen. Wicker on national security moment
Sen. Roger Wicker, the chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, opened a Senate hearing where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is testifying with a stern warning on U.S. national security as conflicts erupt in the Middle East, and as the Russia-Ukraine war continues. Wicker also warned against China's military efforts.
Israel-Iran conflict continues into 4th day
Israel says it attacked the headquarters of Iran's state television on Monday, which was captured during a live broadcast. The Israeli military had earlier warned people in the capital of Tehran to evacuate. CBS News' Holly Williams and Eleanor Watson report.
Trump, Vance, others arrive at Army parade
President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and others arrive at the U.S. Army 250th Anniversary Parade. SSG Caroline Nielson sang the "Star Spangled Banner." CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Crow on Hegseth's leadership, inclusion
Colorado Rep. Jason Crow pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on his leadership and past writings while serving in the military. Crow's comments came during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on Hegseth's 2026 fiscal budget.
Hegseth fields insults at committee hearing
California Rep. Salud Carbajal pushed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on his involvement in a Signal group chat that contained sensitive military information. Hegseth claimed all of his communications are classified and avoided questions about Ukraine.
Hegseth asked about Panama, Greenland plans
Rep. Adam Smith pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about whether the Trump administration plans to take Panama and Greenland by force if necessary. Hegseth dodges the question and said, "our job, at the DOD, is to have plans." Hegseth is appearing before the House Armed Services Committee to discuss the Defense Department's budget.
Rep. Moulton grills about Hegseth
Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about his texts in a Signal group chat that may have included sensitive and classified information about a military operation against the Houthis in Yemen. The exchange occurred during a House Armed Services Committee hearing on the Defense Department's 2026 budget.
Turner asks Hegseth to clarify Greenland plans
Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about Russia's threat to deploy a nuclear anti-satellite weapon into space and the Trump administration's plans for Greenland.
Baldwin asks Hegseth about troops sent to L.A.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wisconsin) pressed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Wednesday on what provision in the Constitution gave President Trump the authority to send Marines to Los Angeles in response to protests there. See the moment.
Trump administration tells Abrego Garcia he now faces deportation to Eswatini
The Trump administration told Kilmar Abrego Garcia on Friday it is now seeking to deport him to the tiny African kingdom of Eswatini.
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Venezuela flies military aircraft near U.S. Navy ship for a second time
For the second time in two days, Venezuela flew military aircraft in the vicinity of the USS Jason Dunham in international waters, multiple officials confirmed to CBS News.
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Justice Amy Coney Barrett on her "spirited" exchange with Justice Jackson
Justice Amy Coney Barrett discussed her majority opinion curtailing the use of nationwide injunctions in an interview with CBS News senior correspondent Norah O'Donnell.
Trump signs Dept. of War order, announces 2026 G20 will be at Doral
President Trump on Friday signed an executive order to begin the process of renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War.
475 people detained in raid by ICE, other agencies at Hyundai site in Georgia
The operation targeted one of Georgia's largest and most high-profile manufacturing sites, where Hyundai makes electric vehicles and is building an EV battery plant.
Trump signs order allowing punishment of nations illegally detaining Americans
President Trump signed an executive order establishing a designation for states accused of wrongfully detaining U.S. citizens.
Trump announces plans to host 2026 G20 summit at his Doral resort
President Trump, fulfilling a plan he proposed in his first term, announced the U.S. will host the 2026 G20 summit at his resort in Doral, Florida.
What the research says about Tylenol and autism
According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. plans to announce that the use of Tylenol by pregnant women may be linked to autism in children.
Ex-pilot who tried to cut plane's engines pleads guilty in federal court
Joseph Emerson was subdued by the flight crew after trying to cut the engines of a Horizon Air flight from Washington state to San Francisco.