White House confirms intel showing Russia pursuing "anti-satellite capability"
The White House said the threat is "not an active capability" and cannot "attack human beings or cause physical destruction here on Earth."
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Russia developing weapon to target satellites
The White House confirmed Thursday that intelligence shows Russia is developing an "anti-satellite capability." The White House said the technology Russia is developing would violate a 1967 treaty banning nuclear weapons in space. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Russian nuclear space threat: What we know
The White House confirmed Thursday that the House Intelligence Committee chairman's cryptic warning about a "serious national security threat" has to do with Russia developing a space-based anti-satellite weapon that would violate a treaty banning nuclear weapons in space. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan has the details.
Poll: Americans' economic outlook improving
Americans' views on the economy are improving, according to new CBS News polling. Anthony Salvanto, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, joins "America Decides" to break down the findings.
Congress warned about Russia threat
U.S. intelligence is warning Congress and overseas allies about Russian efforts to develop a nuclear-capable weapon designed to possibly knock out U.S. satellites. Sam Vinograd, former DHS assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention, joined CBS News to talk about how concerning this threat is.
Warning over possible new Russian weapon
U.S. intelligence has issued warnings to Congress and allies about a Russian initiative to deploy a nuclear-capable weapon in space, designed to target and potentially disable U.S. satellites. Despite the alarming development, lawmakers privy to the intelligence say that while the threat poses a serious concern, it does not warrant panic.
Artist threatens to destroy masterpieces
Russian artist Andrei Molodkin says he's planning to destroy up to $45 million worth of art, including pieces by Rembrandt, Picasso and Andy Warhol, if Wikileaks founder Julian Assange dies in prison. He says the masterpieces had been donated to him.
Military aggression fueling dangerous decade
Outbreaks of war and rising military spending are making way for a more dangerous decade, according to an international report out of London. Seth Jones, director of the International Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to discuss the dangers and how leaders can address them.
How foreign hackers use AI for cyberattacks
OpenAI and its partner Microsoft said Wednesday that hackers from China, Russia and other nations have been using artificial intelligence systems to help create their cyberattacks. Washington Post technology reporter Joseph Menn joins CBS News to unpack the new research.
Russian rocket poses "serious" threat, U.S. says
The chair of the House Intelligence Committee revealed Wednesday the existence of a "serious national security threat." CBS News learned the threat is related to the launch of a Russian rocket last week carrying a top-secret military payload that is now in orbit and under the control of the Russian air force. Ed O'Keefe has more.
Harris heads to Munich for security conference
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver a foreign policy speech over the weekend as she meets with world leaders at the Munich Security Conference. CBS News' Olivia Gazis has more on Harris' trip.
Russia jails U.S. man on sex abuse claims that were rejected in Texas
Texas authorities dismissed abuse claims made by David Barnes' Russian ex-wife during an acrimonious divorce, but a Moscow court found him guilty.
2024 set to be biggest global election year
More than half of the world's population will see an election in 2024. Michael Abramowitz, president of nonprofit democracy watchdog Freedom House, joins CBS News to look at some of the countries where the future of democracy is on the ballot.
Biden condemns Trump for NATO funding remarks
President Biden denounced Donald Trump on Tuesday for recently saying he wouldn't defend NATO allies from a Russian attack if they fail to pay full dues to the alliance. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports. Then, CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins to discuss the status of a Senate-passed foreign aid bill.
Why the foreign aid bill is facing opposition
The foreign aid package that passed in the Senate overnight faces steep opposition from House Speaker Mike Johnson, who suggested Monday that the lower chamber would not consider the bill. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Biden pushes House to pass foreign aid bill
In a speech Tuesday, President Biden urged House Speaker Mike Johnson to bring a Senate-passed foreign aid package to the floor "immediately." CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Blinken speaks with Paul Whelan, American detained in Russia, for third time
It's the third time Secretary of State Antony Blinken has spoken with Paul Whelan, who has been detained in Russia since 2018.
Trump threatens to abandon NATO allies
Former President Donald Trump suggested over the weekend that he would withhold help for NATO allies who don't meet their defense spending targets. European allies and U.S. lawmakers are reacting to Trump's comments. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
NATO allies criticize Trump funding comment
Comments by Donald Trump are sparking criticism and inciting worry for some key U.S. allies. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett join to discuss how lawmakers in both the U.S. and abroad are responding to the former president's threat to encourage Russia to attack members of NATO.
Poll: Trump holds big lead in South Carolina
A new CBS News poll of the Republican primary race in South Carolina shows former President Donald Trump with a 35-point advantage over Nikki Haley, the state's former governor. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Major Garrett have more.
Will the foreign aid package pass?
The Senate voted to advance a foreign aid package on Thursday that would provide aid to Ukraine, Israel and others. But, if it passes the Senate, does it stand a chance in the House of Representatives? CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
Latest on war in Ukraine | Feb. 9, 2024
In an interview with Tucker Carlson, Vladimir Putin said the U.S. and Russia are talking about the future of wrongfully detained Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich. The comments come as Ukraine makes a big change in its military. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.
Putin signals he's open to prisoner swap for release of WSJ reporter
Russian President Vladimir Putin implied he wanted to make a prisoner swap in an interview with Tucker Carlson.
Foreign aid advances; new Ukraine top general
Ukraine removed its top military general Thursday as the country continues to wait for U.S. aid. Eliot Cohen, researcher for the Center for Strategic and International Studies, joins CBS News to assess the situation.
U.S. detects and tracks 4 Russian warplanes flying close to Alaska
Russia confirmed that two of its Tu-95 bombers flew over international waters off Alaska's coast, escorted by fighter jets.
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Thune plans Senate vote amid rare Sunday session
The government shutdown is now on Day 40 as senators returned to Capitol Hill for a rare Sunday session. Follow live updates here.
With costs high and prices low, family farms are at risk
Generations have worked family farms in the U.S. Now, with costs high, prices low and tariffs causing additional difficulties, farmers say they're at risk of losing it all.
USDA says states must "immediately undo any steps" to send full SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, in a late-night Saturday memo, also threatened to impose financial penalties on states that did not comply with the government's new orders.
Virginia Gov.-elect Spanberger warns state heading toward "energy crisis"
With the world's highest concentration of AI data centers, Virginia faces energy costs that Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger aims to lower during her term.
More than 2,000 flights canceled on Sunday as Duffy warns of further reduction
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights ahead of this weekend as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
What's at stake when federal research funding to universities is cut
Federal research funds are at risk as the White House pushes policy changes at universities. Researchers warn the cuts put breakthroughs in medicine, technology and national defense at risk.
MLB's Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz charged with taking bribes to rig pitches for bettors
Federal agents said they arrested Luis Leandro Ortiz Ribera in Boston Sunday and also revealed the indictment against Emmanuel Clase de la Cruz.
BBC's director and head of news resign amid Trump speech edit controversy
Britain's public broadcaster has been criticized for editing a speech President Trump made on Jan. 6, 2021, before protesters attacked the Capitol in Washington.
Moore says "we're not going to sit on our hands" on redistricting
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, a Democrat, announced last week the creation of a commission to look at mid-decade redistricting.