Before Butler, Secret Service denied requests to bolster Trump's security, report says
"This report reveals a disturbing pattern of communication failures and negligence that culminated in a preventable tragedy," Sen. Rand Paul wrote in the report.
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The secret double life of Thomas Crooks, Trump's would-be assassin
A monthslong investigation by CBS News punctures Thomas Crooks' secrecy to reveal the broadest portrait yet of the lonesome young student who tried to kill President Trump.
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Secret Service suspended 6 personnel after Trump assassination attempt
A top official defended the agency's decision not to fire anyone in connection with the July 13 assassination attempt.
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Emails shed new light on Trump rally shooter Thomas Crooks
Emails and essays obtained by CBS News shed new light on Thomas Matthew Crooks, the 20-year-old who opened fire at a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania.
House panel finds Trump assassination event "preventable" in interim report
The House task force investigating the shooting said in the report that there were "stunning security failures" leading up to the shooting.
How Secret Service secured Trump's return to Butler, Pennsylvania
Trump returned Saturday to Butler, Pennsylvania, for a rally at the site of the first assassination attempt against him.
Senate report details Secret Service failures in response to Trump rally shooting
The report cited a lack of a chain of command, poor coordination with state and local law enforcement, inadequate resources and equipment and failure to ensure Trump's safety.
Congresswoman: There were "enormous gaps" in communication at Trump shooting
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan said there were "enormous gaps" in communication in the July shooting on Donald Trump.
Secret Service places at least 5 agents on leave in Trump shooting probe
The U.S. Secret Service has placed at least five agents on leave, including the head of the agency's Pittsburgh field office, following the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
New video shows gunman outside Trump rally site before shooting
New video shows the Trump rally shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks, walking by vendor tents less than two hours before he opened fire on July 13.
Bodycam video from Trump rally shows officer spotting gunman on roof
One of the videos released from the Trump rally shows the moment when a Butler Township Police officer is hoisted onto the roof where the gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, had taken position.
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After Trump shooting, calls for violence and civil war spiked online
The day after the shooting at a Trump rally in Pennsylvania, the internet saw a huge spike in calls for violence, and in particular an increase in calls for a modern-day civil war, researchers say.
Butler rally was first Trump event of 2024 with Secret Service snipers
It was the first time this campaign cycle that the highly trained, tactical unit had been deployed to secure an event for the former president.
Senate panel delays Secret Service funding review in wake of Trump attack
A planned markup of funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which includes the Secret Service, has been removed from the schedule of the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Senators grill new Secret Service chief at Trump assassination attempt hearing
Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe and FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate testified before the Senate Homeland Security and Judiciary Committees.
House leaders name members of bipartisan Trump shooting task force
The panel includes seven Republicans and six Democrats chosen by House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
FBI says Trump agreed to victim interview about assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump will speak with the FBI about the attempted assassination against him at his Pennsylvania rally.
Lawmakers unified in denouncing Trump shooting but divided over possible response
House Republicans who have supported some gun control initiatives in prior years, have declined to sign on to renewed efforts in 2023 and 2024, Democrats say.
FBI says Trump was struck in the ear by a bullet in assassination attempt
The FBI's statement came after its director testified that there was still "some question" about what grazed former President Donald Trump's right ear.
FBI director reveals new details about Trump shooting at House hearing
FBI Director Christopher Wray faced questions from the House Judiciary Committee about the bureau's investigation into the Trump assassination attempt.
Trump rally shooting victim released from hospital
One of the men who was shot at Donald Trump's rally in Butler County was released from the hospital.
House establishes bipartisan task force to investigate Trump shooting
The House overwhelmingly voted Wednesday night to establish a bipartisan task force to investigate the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.
Trump shooter searched "how far away was Oswald from Kennedy," FBI chief says
"That's a search that's obviously significant in terms of his state of mind," FBI Director Christopher Wray said.
Graphic footage shows law enforcement standing over body of Trump rally shooter
In the video, a Secret Service agent appears to confirm that a sniper from a local team deployed to assist the Secret Service at the rally had snapped a picture of the gunman.
Trump rally gunman fired 8 shots in under 6 seconds, analysis shows
The Trump rally gunman fired eight bullets in under six seconds before he was killed, according to an analysis by two audio experts, video analysis by CBS News and sworn statements from state police.
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2 killed in Kentucky church shooting after gunman shot trooper, officials say
Two people were killed at a Kentucky church after a gunman who earlier shot and wounded a state trooper fled there, according to local police.
Sen. Paul says "we aren't going to know the motive" of Trump's shooter
"I think they just don't know," said Sen. Rand Paul, who chairs the Senate committee that released its final report Sunday on Secret Service failures around the assassination attempt.
Lindsey Graham says sanctions bill would give Trump a "sledgehammer" against Russia
Sen. Lindsey Graham said "a turning point regarding Russia invasion of Ukraine is coming" amid a bipartisan effort in Congress to impose new economic sanctions on the Kremlin.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 13, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Lindsey Graham join Margaret Brennan.
Cantwell says improving weather warnings is a "national responsibility"
"It's not community to community. It's a national system," Sen. Maria Cantwell said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
New Texas flood threat halts search for victims of deadly July 4 flooding
Ground search operations were suspended Sunday in Kerr County, Texas, where crews have continued to look for those still lost after catastrophic July 4 flooding.
Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Before Butler, Secret Service denied requests to bolster Trump's security, report says
"This report reveals a disturbing pattern of communication failures and negligence that culminated in a preventable tragedy," Sen. Rand Paul wrote in the report.
1880 shipwreck is discovered by accident in Wisconsin river
A search of Wisconsin's Fox River led to the discovery of a ship that sank nearly 150 years ago.
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2 killed in Kentucky church shooting after gunman shot trooper, officials say
Two people were killed at a Kentucky church after a gunman who earlier shot and wounded a state trooper fled there, according to local police.
Sen. Paul says "we aren't going to know the motive" of Trump's shooter
"I think they just don't know," said Sen. Rand Paul, who chairs the Senate committee that released its final report Sunday on Secret Service failures around the assassination attempt.
Lindsey Graham says sanctions bill would give Trump a "sledgehammer" against Russia
Sen. Lindsey Graham said "a turning point regarding Russia invasion of Ukraine is coming" amid a bipartisan effort in Congress to impose new economic sanctions on the Kremlin.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 13, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Lindsey Graham join Margaret Brennan.
Cantwell says improving weather warnings is a "national responsibility"
"It's not community to community. It's a national system," Sen. Maria Cantwell said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
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EU to delay retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods in hopes of reaching deal
The EU – the United States' biggest trading partner – had been scheduled to impose "countermeasures" starting Monday at midnight in Brussels
Hartford Bakery, Inc. voluntarily recalls hundreds of loaves of bread
Several lots of Hartford Bakery, Inc.'s "Lewis Bake Shop Artisan Style 1/2 Loaf" may contain undeclared hazelnuts, the company said.
Trump announces 30% tariffs against Mexico, EU to begin on Aug. 1
President Trump announced on social media that he is levying 30% tariffs against Mexico and the European Union. They are set to begin on Aug. 1.
Brazil warns of retaliatory levies against U.S. if Trump imposes 50% tariff
Brazilian President Lula da Silva vowed to trigger Brazil's reciprocity law if negotiations with the U.S. fail.
Unlucky in love? AI dating apps promise to help you up your game.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
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Trump and first lady to visit U.K.'s King Charles this fall
King Charles invited the pair for the official visit from Sept. 17-19, Buckingham Palace said.
Sen. Paul says "we aren't going to know the motive" of Trump's shooter
"I think they just don't know," said Sen. Rand Paul, who chairs the Senate committee that released its final report Sunday on Secret Service failures around the assassination attempt.
Lindsey Graham says sanctions bill would give Trump a "sledgehammer" against Russia
Sen. Lindsey Graham said "a turning point regarding Russia invasion of Ukraine is coming" amid a bipartisan effort in Congress to impose new economic sanctions on the Kremlin.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," July 13, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Lindsey Graham join Margaret Brennan.
Cantwell says improving weather warnings is a "national responsibility"
"It's not community to community. It's a national system," Sen. Maria Cantwell said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
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Plague kills Arizona resident, health officials say
The death in Coconino County, which includes Flagstaff, was the first recorded death from pneumonic plague since 2007, local officials said.
A 13-year-old had chest pains. He was "close to sudden cardiac death"
Micah Clayborne was diagnosed with Danon disease, a rare condition, after complaining of chest pains. He needed a heart transplant.
COVID cases likely rising in half of states, CDC estimates
Many Southeast, Southern and West Coast states are likely seeing an increase in COVID cases.
HHS facing billion-dollar backlog of delayed grants after DOGE
Delayed funds include grants for youth homelessness and domestic violence.
CDC finds nearly 1 in 3 youth have prediabetes, but experts question the data
The new federal estimates are spurring concerns about the health of U.S. children — and the way Trump administration health officials are handling research.
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Trump and first lady to visit U.K.'s King Charles this fall
King Charles invited the pair for the official visit from Sept. 17-19, Buckingham Palace said.
Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz for first Wimbledon men's singles title
The match at Centre Court was the second-straight final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
EU to delay retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods in hopes of reaching deal
The EU – the United States' biggest trading partner – had been scheduled to impose "countermeasures" starting Monday at midnight in Brussels
Trump to meet with NATO secretary general amid plan to sell weapons to Ukraine
In a statement, NATO said NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will be in Washington on Monday and Tuesday and meet with President Trump and key administration officials.
Accused Russian assassins killed after Ukraine colonel gunned down
Ukraine's spy agency said a man and woman were suspected to be involved in the assassination that was caught on surveillance cameras.
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7/13: New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
Billie Eilish on finding her voice
Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish is just beginning to know herself. With her latest album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft," and her current tour (her first without brother Finneas and her parents), the 23-year-old music superstar is discovering parts of herself she didn't know were there. She describes to correspondent Anthony Mason finding a new voice as a songwriter, and about stretching her singing after starting vocal lessons. (This story was originally broadcast Dec. 8, 2024.)
Richard Kind is quite happy being just a little famous
You may not know his name, but there's a good chance you've seen Richard Kind – acting on TV, in films, on Broadway, or as the announcer-sidekick of "Everybody's Live with John Mulaney" – and he's fine making everyone else look good.
Extended interview: Richard Kind
In this web exclusive, actor Richard Kind – known for such shows as "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Only Murders in the Building" – talks with CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook about his comfort level with fame. He also discusses being recruited as the announcer-sidekick for the Netflix talk show "Everybody's Live with John Mulaney"; his experience with improv at The Second City; and playing an imaginary friend in the animated feature "Inside Out."
Richard Kind: Quite happy being just a little famous
You may not know his name, but there's a good chance you've seen Richard Kind – on TV, in films or on Broadway. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook finds out how the Tony-nominated actor (recognizable from shows like "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and "Only Murders in the Building") measures success, and goes behind-the-scenes of the Netflix show, "Everybody's Live with John Mulaney," where Kind serves as announcer and sidekick.
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Secret Service adds drones, mobile command posts
It was almost one year ago that a 20-year-old man attempted to assassinate President Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Nicole Sganga went inside the Secret Service's training facility in Maryland to see the changes the agency is making to ensure such an incident never happens again.
Unlucky in love? AI dating apps promise to help you up your game.
People are turning to AI dating assistants for help in crafting wittier, more conversational messages to attract romantic partners on apps.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Musk says Grok is coming to Tesla vehicles
Elon Musk said his AI chatbot Grok is coming to Tesla vehicles by next week, just days after the bot unleashed an antisemitic rant on his social media platform X. The announcement also came after Musk unveiled the latest iteration of the chatbot called Grok 4. Bloomberg News technology editor Sarah Frier joins CBS News to discuss.
Indeed, Glassdoor to lay off 1,300 workers as AI shakes up job searches
As AI barrels into the workplace, job search firms like Indeed and Glassdoor are replacing workers with the technology.
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Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Teenager wants to cure skin cancer with soap
Teenage scientist Heman Bekele's ultimate goal is to cure melanoma. After winning 3M's Young Scientist Challenge by inventing soap that can cure skin cancer, he caught the attention of Dr. Jay William Fox, associate director at the University of Virginia's cancer center.
How to vet scientific research
Cabells Publishing, a scholarly analytics company, has flagged more than 19,000 journals as potentially predatory. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains how to know if you're getting accurate information.
North America's oldest known pterosaur discovered in Arizona, researchers say
Researchers were able to date the fossil of the flying reptile, a close cousin of dinosaurs, back to more than 209 million years ago.
Inside the lab trying to change people's minds about sharks
Scientists at Oregon State University are working to change people's minds about sharks--and are learning more about the health of the ocean in the process.
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2 killed in Kentucky church shooting after gunman shot trooper, officials say
Two people were killed at a Kentucky church after a gunman who earlier shot and wounded a state trooper fled there, according to local police.
Accused Russian assassins killed after Ukraine colonel gunned down
Ukraine's spy agency said a man and woman were suspected to be involved in the assassination that was caught on surveillance cameras.
Man escapes prison by hiding in fellow cellmate's luggage
The escaped prisoner "took advantage of the liberation of his fellow inmate to hide himself in his luggage and get out," the prison service said.
Cracking the code: Using genetic genealogy to unmask serial criminals
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
Unconventional relationship holds answers to violent Florida murder
Investigators were puzzled when the beaten body of an unidentified woman was found dumped near a Florida highway. The next day, a bloody motel room was discovered. Were the crime scenes connected?
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Want to own a huge chunk of Mars? It'll likely cost you up to $4 million
A 54-pound meteorite from Mars is expected to fetch up to $4 million when it goes up for auction later this month at Sotheby's.
Webb telescope captures images of new stars forming in Cat's Paw Nebula
The Cat's Paw Nebula is about 4,000 light-years from Earth, near the constellation Scorpius.
First close-up of "cotton candy" nebula captured by world's largest telescope
A new observatory in Chile has produced a stunningly detailed image of a nebula resembling cotton candy, using the largest telescope in the world.
Blue Origin rockets 6 astrotourists on sub-orbital flight to space
Running a week late because of weather, it was clear sailing Sunday for Blue Origin's 13th passenger flight.
Fireball seen as meteorite streaks through sky over Georgia and South Carolina
The American Meteor Society said it received more than 160 reports of a fireball sighting from observers in Georgia and South Carolina.
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Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
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5,000 episodes for "Music and the Spoken Word"
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square in Salt Lake City aired the 5,000th episode of its program "Music and the Spoken Word" on Sunday. It's aired weekly, first on radio and then also on TV, for 96 years. Jericka Duncan reports.
Motive unknown a year after Trump shooting
One year ago, Thomas Crooks, a recent community college graduate, opened fire on then-candidate Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. A year later, there's still no answers to why Crooks did it. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Scathing report on Trump assassination attempt
One year after an attempt on President Trump's life, a new report from a Senate panel details a series of failures by the Secret Service surrounding the shooting. Willie James Inman reports.
Russia intensifying drone attacks on Ukraine
In the battle for Ukraine, Russia's use of drones is intensifying and spreading fear. President Trump said an announcement on the war is coming Monday. Chris Livesay is in Rome with new details.
2 killed in Kentucky church shooting
Officials say two people were shot and killed at a Kentucky church after a suspect who shot and wounded a state trooper fled there Sunday.