Trump: New trade orders set stage for manufacturing revival

U.S. President Donald Trump signs executive orders on trade that he says will set the stage for revival in American manufacturing. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Cruz's hard-rocking 2018 challenger

Congressman and former punk rocker Beto O'Rourke of Texas announces he will challenge Senator Ted Cruz in the 2018 election, the first high-profile Democrat to step up for the midterms.

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Clinton takes jab at Trump, touting "research, evidence and facts"

Former Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton takes a subtle jab at President Donald Trump, invoking "research, evidence and facts" in a speech Friday, on the role of women in international security and peacemaking. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump lashes China ahead of Xi visit

Trump unleashes a string of executive orders aimed at China in a crackdown before his high-stakes sit down next week with Chinese President Xi Jinping

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Flynn wants immunity to testify: WSJ

President Donald Trump's former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, has told the FBI and congressional officials investigating the Trump campaign's potential ties to Russia that he is willing to be interviewed in exchange for immunity from prosecution, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.

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Trump threatens House conservatives with 2018 payback

President Donald Trump threatens political payback against conservative Republicans who helped torpedo healthcare legislation he backed, but was quickly told the lawmakers will not bow to "bullying."

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"I understand the president's frustration": Ryan

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan tells reporters "It's very understandable that the president is frustrated that we haven't gotten to where we need to go" on healthcare. Ryan was responding to a question about President Trump's morning tweet criticizing the House Freedom Caucus. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Senate Intel Committee kicks off rare open hearing on alleged Russia interference

Senator Mark Warner, the top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, says he won't prejudge the probe into the possible links between the Trump campaign and Russia, saying "We are seeking to determine if there's an actuial fire but there's clearly a lot of smoke." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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North Carolina reaches deal to repeal 'bathroom bill'

North Carolina Republican lawmakers said late on Wednesday they had reached a deal to repeal the state's controversial law prohibiting transgender people from using restrooms in accordance with their gender identities.

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U.S. authorities release Mexican 'Dreamer' from custody

A Mexican immigrant with a work permit who was arrested by U.S. authorities was released from federal custody on Wednesday while legal proceedings over his immigration status continue. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Tillerson says U.S., Turkey committed to defeating ISIS

"There is no space between Turkey and the United States in our committment to defeat Daesh, to defeat ISIS," says U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson during a press conference with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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VERBATIM: Ryan opposes Trump going to Dems on healthcare

In an interview with CBS This Morning, House Speaker Paul Ryan says he's not on board with a bipartisan push to fix healthcare.

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UN diplomats look for substance behind Haley's tough talk

Nikki Haley has made a tough-talking debut at the UN, but counterparts on the powerful Security Council are waiting to see if that signals policies that differ from the Obama administration's on a range of issues.

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Pence swears in new U.S. Ambassador to Israel

Bankruptcy lawyer David Friedman gets sworn in Wednesday as the U.S. Ambassador to Israel. Vice President Mike Pence administered the oath of office. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ivanka Trump, now a government employee with no pay

Ivanka Trump said on Wednesday she would work in the White House in an unpaid, informal advisory role to the president as she sought to allay ethics concerns.

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Russian opposition activist chastises Putin regime

Russian opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza testified at a Senate subcomittee hearing, chaired by Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, and he said post-Putin Russia is 'our task', but asked that the U.S. be honest about what is happening in Russia. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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State Dept veteran arrested over cash, gifts from China

The Justice Department announces the arrest of a veteran State Department employee for failing to disclose contacts with Chinese intelligence operatives who allegedly provided her family with gifts.

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Women are 'titans': Trump

During a speech at the Women's Empowerment Panel, President Trump said he will work to ensure that the economy is a place where women can 'work, succeed and thrive like never before'. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump hears stories from opioid crisis

U.S. President Donald Trump listens to stories from recovering drug addicts during a roundtable meeting at the White House to address the nation's growing opioid epidemic. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Gorsuch fight could doom Trump-Dem dealmaking

President Donald Trump says he'll work with Democrats to pass health reform, but Democrats emboldened by the collapse of Paul Ryan's bid to repeal Obamacare - and gearing up for a fight against Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch - are in no mood to compromise..

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Trump was having 'a little bit of fun' with healthcare comments: Spicer

White House Spokesman Sean Spicer says President Trump was 'having a little fun' with his healthcare comments Tuesday night when he told a group of senators a deal 'would happen very quickly." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'We want the UK to remain a strong leader': White House

White House Spokesman Sean Spicer says the Trump administration 'respects' the UK's decision to leave the European Union. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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A scramble at Cisco shows U.S. cyber defense neglect

A recent scramble at Cisco to patch software vulnerabilities after the Wikileaks’ data dump of CIA spying tools, illustrates the problem with the U.S. government’s cyber security game plan.

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Police union disagrees with Trump 'sanctuary city' cuts

Leaders of the largest police union in the United States have warned President Donald Trump that he could endanger public safety if he follows through with cuts in federal grants to immigrant "sanctuary cities," the union's director told Reuters after a White House meeting.

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Deal on healthcare will 'happen very quickly': Trump to senators

During a reception at the White House, President Trump told a bi-partisan group of senators that he expected a deal on healthcare to 'happen very quickly'. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Congress turns back the clock on internet privacy

The Republican-led House joined the Senate in reversing an Obama-era rule that forced internet service providers to get customer permission performing compiling and selling web browsing data.

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Ryan vows to bring health plan back from the dead

House Speaker Paul Ryan, seemingly unbowed the dramatic failure of his American Health Care Act last week, announces House Republicans are determined to give repealing and replacing Barack Obama's health care law another shot.

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Spicer uncaps "Russian salad dressing" at briefing

White House spokesman Sean Spicer mocks the press and says if President Trump used Russian salad dressing then the media would say it's "a Russian connection." Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Hannity slams Koppel over "bad for America?" interview

Fox News host Sean Hannity is slamming as “faked edited news”, a report by CBS contributor Ted Koppel in which Koppel says Hannity’s opinion show is “bad for America”. Hannity says Koppel’s report was unfair and was itself, “opinion”. The interview aired on Sunday morning. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump rolls back Obama-era climate regulations

U.S. President Trump said on Tuesday that he's putting an 'end to the war on coal' with an executive order that will undo a slew of Obama-era climate change policies. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Senate will vote on Gorsuch on April 7: McConnell

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will have a final vote on April 7 on President Donald Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court, Neil Gorsuch, even as more Democrats opposed his confirmation. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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GOP on Obamacare repeal: 'We're going to get it done'

House of Representatives Republican leaders say they still intend to repeal and replace Obamacare after their White House-backed bill failed to get enough support and collapsed last week. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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"The investigation continues": Nunes

House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes says the investigation of possible Russia ties to President Trump's campaign will "move forward" despite calls for him to recuse himself. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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EXCLUSIVE: State prosecutors take aim at each other

Republican state attorneys general are taking off the gloves in a new effort to unseat their Democratic colleagues at the ballot box, ditching a long observed agreement to avoid targeting incumbents.

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Ryan: Nunes should not recuse himself

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says House Intelligence Committee Chairman Devin Nunes should not recuse himself from the Trump-Russia investigation. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump to officially scrap climate change rules

President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Tuesday to undo a slew of Obama-era climate change regulations - a move Trump said would bolster U.S. growth without hurting the environment, but which opponents vowed to challenge in court.

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Sanctioned Russian bank met Trump son-in-law

A Russian bank under Western economic sanctions over Russia's incursion into Ukraine disclosed on Monday that its executives had met Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump's son-in-law and a top White House adviser, in December.

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Trump signs four bills rolling back Obama-era rules

President Donald Trump on Monday signed four bills that rolled back certain regulations involving labor, federal control of lands and education. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Fractious GOP faces looming budget showdown

After the collapse of the American Health Care Act revealed the deep divisions within the Republican Party, President Donald Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan face an even bigger battle over the federal budget, which runs out of money by the end of April.

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Hannity "bad for America?"; Koppel says yes

Ted Koppel of CBS "Sunday Morning" interviews Fox News host Sean Hannity during which Koppel says he believes Hannity's opinion-based show on Fox is "bad for America." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump 'absolutely' serious about working with Dems after healthcare: WH

White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says President Donald Trump is "absolutely" serious about being willing to work with Democrats after last week's failed healthcare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Spicer deflects questions on Nunes

White House spokesman Sean Spicer deflects questioning on reports that Devin Nunes reviewed classified information about President Donald Trump's wiretap charge while on the White House grounds. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. among 40 countries skipping nuclear weapons ban talks

U.S. Ambassador Nikki Haley says the United States and almost 40 other countries will not join negotiations at the U.N. aimed at agreeing on a nuclear weapons ban treaty. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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White House seeks tax win after healthcare loss

Fresh off a defeat on U.S. healthcare legislation, the White House warned rebellious conservative lawmakers that they should get behind President Donald Trump's agenda or he may bypass them on future legislative fights, including tax reform.

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Trump trade doubts send dollar, shares tumbling

The U.S. dollar and stock future share prices tumbling Monday, as investors worry that President Trump's healthcare defeat foreshadowed difficulties delivering on other key campaign promises, like tax cuts and infrastructure spending policies.

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'Religious Left' rises to fight Trump's policies

Backlash against many of U.S. President Trump's policies have given rise to the so-called 'Religious Left' - a movement aiming to take back the country, and Christianity, from conservatives they say misconstrue the scriptures.

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'Congress just wasn't ready': Pence

Vice President Mike Pence on Saturday told a group of business owners in Charleston, West Virginia, that Congress 'wasn't ready' to replace Obamacare and reiterated President Trump's words that the healthcare law would 'continue to explode'. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump backs Keystone pipeline, but challenges remain

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration approved TransCanada Corp's Keystone XL pipeline on Friday, but the controversial project still faces a number of hurdles.

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Obamacare fiasco could haunt President Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump promised voters that they would be sick of all the winning, but after the demoralizing cancellation of his first legislative act, Trump will be anxiously seeking to pass a bill that makes his supporters proud.

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California rebukes Trump on emissions standards

As the Trump administration works to shrink the EPA and reverse environmental policies, states like California are fighting back.

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In blow to Trump, GOP cancels healthcare vote

President Donald Trump suffered a stunning political setback in a Congress controlled by his own party when Republican leaders pulled legislation to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, a major 2016 election campaign promise of the president and his allies.

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Healthcare failure a blow to Trump, GOP

President Donald Trump suffered a stunning political setback on Friday in a Congress controlled by his own party when Republican leaders pulled legislation to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, a major 2016 election campaign promise of the president and his allies. Nathan Frandino reports.

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House Dems celebrate "victory for the Affordable Care Act"

House Democrats hold a news conference to claim a "victory for the Affordable Car Act", after the Republicans' decided to pull their healthcare bill ahead of a scheduled vote, with House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi calling the day a "victory for the Affordable Care Act and the American people." Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Nunes and Schiff spar on probes surrounding Russia

In a growing rift Friday Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff slammed House Intelligence Committee chairman Devin Nunes for canceling an open hearing on the probe into Russia's meddling with the U.S. elections.

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'We were very close': Trump on healthcare bill

U.S. President Donald Trump says "we were very close" after Republicans decided to scrap the vote to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'We're getting closer and closer': White House on healthcare vote

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says House Speaker Paul Ryan and President Donald Trump "are getting closer and closer" to securing the votes needed to repeal and replace Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump tells U.S. House leaders to cancel healthcare vote

President Donald Trump has told Republican leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives to cancel a planned vote Friday afternoon on a healthcare bill to dismantle Obamacare, a House Republican aide told Reuters. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump says Charter to invest $25B, hire 20,000 workers

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Charter Communications Inc has committed to investing $25 billion and hiring 20,000 workers over four years. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump sets Keystone pipeline construction in motion

The U.S. State Department has approved the permit needed to proceed with construction of the Canada-to-United States Keystone XL oil pipeline, a project blocked by former President Barack Obama.

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Was healthcare bill rushed? Trump says "no"

U.S. President Donald Trump says a pending Friday vote on the Republicans' healthcare bill was not rushed, adding that he backs House Speaker Paul Ryan even if the legislation fails. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump greenlights Keystone XL pipeline

President Donald Trump on Friday unveiled his administration's official go-ahead for the Keystone XL pipeline, a controversial project that was rejected by his predecessor, former President Barack Obama. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Republicans scramble for health bill votes

The healthcare debate begins, with House Rules Committee formally sending the Republican healthcare bill to the House floor Friday morning. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'Tomorrow we're proceeding' with Obamacare vote - Ryan

House Speaker Paul Ryan says "tomorrow we're proceeding" after delaying Thursday's vote to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act healthcare law. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump tells House Republicans to pass Obamacare or it stays

U.S. President Donald Trump warns House Republican lawmakers that he'll leave Obamacare in place and move on to tax reform if they don't come together to stand behind a new healthcare bill on Friday. Ryan Brooks reports.

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Nunes takes heat for Trump surveillance bombshell

House Intelligence Committee chairman Devin Nunes is facing harsh criticism on Capitol Hill from both sides of the aisle for his decision to disclose that US spy agencies did monitor Donald Trump's transition team before they took over the White House.

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No deal yet for Freedom Caucus on healthcare bill

The head of the conservative House Freedom Caucus said on Thursday his group could not yet support the bill to roll back Obamacare in the House of Representatives, although White House spokesman Sean Spicer described the president's meeting with the Caucus as a "very positive step". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Schumer says "My vote will be no" on Gorsuch

Democratic Senate leader Chuck Schumer says Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch should have to get 60 votes to secure his confirmation and if he fails in that regard it'll be time to "change the nominee." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Debate heats up for Republican healthcare bill

With a vote looming, members of the House of Representatives debate the Republican healthcare package aimed at replacing Obamacare on its seventh anniversary, which House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi says is "mean-spirited". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Obamacare born seven years ago

Seven years to the day after then-President Barack Obama signed the Affordable Care Act into law, lawmakers in the House of Representatives prepare to vote on a do-or-die effort to roll it back. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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State Dept. outlines 'extreme vetting' plans

U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated attempts to ban travel to the U.S. from several Muslim-majority nations have roiled American airports and faced legal challenges in courts. But behind the scenes, State Department cables reviewed by Reuters show an effort to start a program of 'extreme vetting' of foreigners entering the U.S.

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Drillers to investors: energy prices trump regulation

President Donald Trump says reducing environmental regulation could trigger a new energy boom, but U.S. securities filings from top oil and gas producers cast doubt on how financially important the industry thinks deregulation will be.

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Hospitals wary over health care overhaul

As the GOP health care plan makes its way through Congress, hospitals throughout the country who are dependent on Obamacare's Medicaid expansion face an uncertain future.

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VERBATIM: Ranking dem slams intel disclosure

Rep. Adam Schiff, the ranking democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, said his Republican counterpart's behavior throws the committee's independence into 'profound doubt.'

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Trump and Ryan make final health care push

President Donald Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan are scrambling to rally Republicans votes in the House ahead of a floor vote for the American Health Care Act on Thursday.

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Trump aides ‘incidentally’ caught by surveillance

The Republican chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives intelligence committee said on Wednesday some of President Donald Trump's personal communications may have been caught up in "incidental" surveillance involving a foreign power in the months after the election.

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Trump's personal communications may have been collected: Nunes

The Republican chairman of the U.S. House of Representatives intelligence committee said on Wednesday some of President Donald Trump's personal communications may have been caught up in "incidental" surveillance involving a foreign power in the months after the election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump not connected to Manafort's alleged Russia dealings: White House

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says President Trump has "no personal financial dealings with Russia," in answer to reporter questions related to a published report on former campaign chair Paul Manafort. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: 'Somewhat' vindicated by Nunes' statement on surveillance

U.S. President Donald Trump says he feels 'somewhat' vindicated by House Intel chairman Devin Nunes' statements that some of Trump's personal communications may have been picked up by government surveillance. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump says Obamacare hurting women healthcare workers

At a meeting with women in the healthcare industry, U.S. President Donald Trump says "Obamacare is making their lives so much more difficult" while head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Seema Verma, refers to Obamacare as a "broken promise." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. Supreme Court nominee Gorsuch coasting toward Senate showdown

U.S. Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch, after two smooth days at his confirmation hearing, cruises into Wednesday's session with any questions about his prospects likely shifting from the Judiciary Committee to the full Senate. Justin Mitchell reports.

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U.S. farmers call to avoid Mexico trade war

Farmers in the U.S. agricultural heartland that helped elect Donald Trump are now pushing his government to avoid a trade dispute with Mexico.

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'Get the job done': Trump to Republicans

At a Republican fundraiser, President Trump told the GOP to 'deliver' on the promise to repeal and replace Obamacare with a possible vote on Thursday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Gorsuch proclaims his independence from Trump

Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch opens his question and answer session before the Senate Judiciary Committee by assuring senators he will promise nothing when it comes to how he rules on various cases.

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Trump pressing GOP to unite behind healthcare bill

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Republican lawmakers on Tuesday that voters could punish them if they do not approve a plan he favors to dismantle Obamacare, as pressure grew on the businessman-turned-politician to win the first major legislative battle of his presidency.

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Tillerson's NATO snub put allies on edge

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson plans to skip a meeting with NATO foreign ministers next month in order to stay home for a visit by China's president and will go to Russia later in April, U.S. officials said on Monday, disclosing an itinerary that allies may see as giving Moscow priority over them.

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U.S. Supreme Court nominee stakes out independence from Trump

Neil Gorsuch, President Donald Trump's U.S. Supreme Court pick, said on Tuesday he would not hesitate to rule against the president. He's vowing independence amid concerns by Democrats he would be beholden to the man who nominated him. Justin Mitchell reports.

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Trump signs bill boosting NASA funding

U.S. President Donald Trump signs a bill increasing funding for NASA. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump bullish on Capitol Hill healthcare support

U.S. President Donald Trump met briefly with Republicans in Congress on Tuesday to consolidate support for a plan to overhaul the Obamacare healthcare law with a partial replacement. Afterwards, he told reporters "I think we'll get the vote on Thursday." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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"No such thing as a Republican judge or a Democratic judge": Gorsuch

Neil Gorsuch, President Donald Trump's U.S. Supreme Court pick, said on Tuesday he would have no trouble ruling against the president because there's "no such thing as a Republican judge or a Democratic judge." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump will "close the deal" on healthcare: Ryan

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says he's confident President Donald Trump will "close the deal" on replacing Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Gorsuch facing grilling before Senate

It's down to brass tacks Tuesday for Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch, as each of the 20 members of the Senate Judiciary Committee question the conservative judge for 30 minutes apiece, pivoting away from Monday's mostly introductory remarks.

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By-the-book, Gorsuch calls Roe vs Wade 'precedent'

When asked about the historic Roe vs. Wade ruling, U.S. Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch said the ruling that legalized abortion is precedent and has been reaffirmed over the years. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Panetta on North Korea: China should play more "constructive role"

Former U.S. Defense Secretary Leon Panetta says provocations by "unstable" North Korean leader could lead to "very serious" consequences if steps aren't taken to de-escalate situation. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Online advertisers face the 'Breitbart' conundrum

Some advertisers are having to work overtime to scrub their spots from the boycotted far-right website Breitbart News, an unintended consequence of automated ad buying on the internet.

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Judges should not be 'secret legislators': Gorsuch

U.S. President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch warns of judicial overreach during his Senate confirmation hearing. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Former CIA chief: Trump should "apologize" to Obama

Leon Panetta, the former Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, says U.S. President Donald Trump should "apologize" to former President Barack Obama over the wiretap claim. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Smiles, handshakes for Gorsuch's arrival

Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch is greeted with smiles and handshakes as he arrives for his Senate confirmation hearing. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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FBI 's Comey says no evidence of Trump wiretapping claim

FBI Director James Comey says neither the Department of Justice nor his own agency has evidence to support a claim by U.S. President Donald Trump that his Trump Tower headquarters had been wiretapped during the 2016 election campaign. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump's ambitious Navy build-up hits a snag

President Donald Trump's new budget includes massive military spending, and part of that plan is an expansion of the US Navy, but the industry may not be prepared to meet Trump's ambitious goals.

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Comey confirms FBI Russia probe

FBI Director James Comey confirms the investigation into Russia's alleged meddling in the 2016 U.S. election, but declines to offer specifics due to the classified nature of the work. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Comey set for House grilling on Russia, Trump

FBI Director James Comey will face the House Intelligence Committee Monday, amidst a furor over whether or not Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign colluded with Russia.

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Gorsuch faces test over Trump travel ban at hearing

Among questions Supreme Court nominee Judge Neil Gorsuch will face when he arrives for his Senate confirmation hearings will be whether he is sufficiently independent from Trump, who has criticized judges for ruling against his bid to restrict travel from Muslim-majority countries.

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Secret Service detains person in suspicious vehicle near White House

One person is in custody after a suspicious vehicle drove up to a White House checkpoint on Saturday night, according to the Secret Service who said another person jumped over a bike rack in the White House buffer zone on the same day. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Ryan: GOP will tweak health care bill

House Speaker Paul Ryan tells FOX News changes are coming to the House Republican health care bill ahead of a probable Thursday floor vote.

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Americans doubt GOP healthcare plan: poll

An exclusive Reuters/Ipsos poll shows 46 percent of Americans believe the Republican healthcare plan will not be an improvement over Obamacare, indicated the GOP and the president face major challenges in winning over constituents to their proposal.

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Intruder on WH grounds 16 minutes before arrest: Secret Service

Twenty-six year-old Jonathan Tran, who scaled the White House fence last week was on the property's grounds for 16 minutes before he was detained, the U.S. Secret Service said in a statement. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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U.S. and China vow cooperation to rein in Pyongyang

During U. S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson's first official trip to China Saturday, the two countries vowed to work together on reining in nuclear-armed North Korea.

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Days of 'economic surrender' are over: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump touts "nearly half a million new jobs" he says have been added during his administration, and says in his weekly address that the days of "economic surrender" in the U.S. are over. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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First family heads to Florida after Merkel visit

U.S. President Donald Trump heads to his Florida resort Mar-a-Lago for the weekend after hosting German Chancellor Angela Merkel at the White House. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Exclusive: DHS plan reassigns judges to speed deportations

The U.S. Justice Department is developing plans to temporarily reassign immigration judges from around the country to 12 cities to speed up deportations of illegal immigrants who have been charged with crimes, according to two administration officials.

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Trump tells Merkel "at least we have something in common" on wiretapping

In an apparent reference to reports that the U.S. bugged German Chancellor Angela Merkel's phone during the Obama presidency, President Donald Trump says "at least we have something in common," when asked about the wiretap claims. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: "I am not an isolationist"

U.S. President Donald Trump says he is not an isolationist and believes in fair trade, but that the United States has been treated unfairly by other countries. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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NATO spending high in Trump-Merkel talks

As U.S. President Donald Trump welcomes German Chancellor Angela Merkel to the White House, spending on NATO remains a hot topic of discussion for the two leaders. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Russian elites invested in Trump buildings: documents

Since the campaign, President Trump has downplayed his business ties with Russia, but in the United States, members of the Russian elite have invested in Trump.

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Price says Trump backs GOP healthcare plan

U.S. Health Secretary Tom Price says President Donald Trump maintains his support of Republican House leaders' healthcare plan. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tillerson says U.S. policy of "strategic patience" with North Korea is over

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson says a U.S. policy of "strategic patience" with North Korea has ended, at a joint news conference with his South Korean counterpart Yun Byung-se in Seoul. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump fights for votes on U.S. healthcare overhaul

U.S. President Donald Trump says he helped sway a dozen Republicans who had been skeptical about the Republicans' plan to dismantle Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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UK spy agency denies Trump wiretap

UK intelligence agency GCHQ has reportedly issued a statement to British media denying it wiretapped Donald Trump during the US presidential campaign, in what would be a highly unusual move for the government listening post.

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White House considers climate change 'a waste of your money' - Budget director

White House Budget Director Mick Mulvaney discusses the biggest cut, which targets the Environmental Protection Agency, and the issue of combating climate change. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump's ambitious Navy build-up hits a snag

President Donald Trump's new budget includes massive military spending, and part of that plan is an expansion of the US Navy, but the industry may not be prepared to meet Trump's ambitious goals.

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Trump stands by wiretapping allegation: White House

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says President Donald Trump stands by his allegation that former President Barack Obama ordered Trump Tower to be wiretapped during the 2016 campaign. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ireland PM presses Trump on undocumented Irish in U.S.

Ireland's Prime Minister Enda Kenny presses U.S. President Donald Trump about the future of undocumented Irish immigrants who want to remain in the United States. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pres. Trump cuts job training programs for coal country

The White House's budget proposal released Thursday calls for massive cuts to non-military spending, even to programs that support job training and economic re-development in coal country, a key Trump voting bloc.

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Trump to Irish PM: "I love Ireland"

U.S. President Donald Trump hosts Irish Prime Minister Enda Kenny at the White House a day ahead of St. Patrick's Day. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump "bridging gaps" in health care negotiations: Ryan

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says President Trump's "listening and negotiating skills" are bringing congressional Republicans together to repeal and replace Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pelosi slams Trump's "brazenly prejudice" travel ban

U.S. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi criticizes President Donald Trump's revised travel ban, calling it "brazenly prejudice" and claiming again that White House Chief Strategist Steve Bannon is a white supremacist. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump's budget blueprint on sale

Customers arrive early to buy a copy of "A Budget Blueprint to Make America Great Again" in the nation's capital. The blueprint provides an outline of President Trump's expected full budget, to be released in May. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Democrat strikes back over healthcare

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy responds to House Speaker Paul Ryan's recent PowerPoint presentation on the Republican's health care plan with his own version. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump budget calls for massive cuts to foreign aid, EPA

President Donald Trump proposes deep cuts for foreign aid and environmental protection and a steep increase in military spending in a budget plan to be released on Thursday, a congressional source said.

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Trump budget calls for massive cuts to foreign aid, EPA

President Donald Trump will propose deep cuts for foreign aid and environmental protection and a steep increase in military spending in a budget plan to be released on Thursday.

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Graham steps up Russia pressure

GOP Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is set to push hard on the question of whether Russia interceded to help Donald Trump win the 2016 election, saying eh is willing to do what it takes to find out whether there is an FBI investigation.

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Graham steps up Russia pressure

GOP Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is set to push hard on the question of whether Russia interceded to help Donald Trump win the 2016 election, saying eh is willing to do what it takes to find out whether there is an FBI investigation.

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Sessions says he gave Trump no reason to believe Obama wiretapped him

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he gave President Donald Trump no reason to believe former President Barack Obama wiretapped him during the 2016 campaign. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Senator Graham steps up Russia pressure

GOP Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina is set to push hard on the question of whether Russia interceded to help Donald Trump win the 2016 election, saying eh is willing to do what it takes to find out whether there is an FBI investigation.

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Sessions: Nothing "improper" in meeting Russian ambassador

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he never considered it improper to meet with the Russian ambassador during the presidential campaign, adding, "we didn't discuss politics or campaigns." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. indicts Russian spies in Yahoo hack

The U.S. government on Wedesnday unsealed charges against two Russian spies and two criminal hackers for allegedly pilfering 500 million Yahoo user accounts in 2014. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump lunches with Saudi deputy crown prince

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with Saudi Deputy Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump to pitch healthcare bill as GOP opposition mounts

U.S. President Donald Trump travels to Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday , where he is expected to make his first full-throated pitch for a healthcare bill championed by Republican leaders in the House of Representatives but which faces serious opposition from GOP members of the Senate.

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Top U.S. Marine to women: "Trust me"

At a Senate hearing to discuss the growing nude photo sharing scandal rocking the Marines, Commandant General Robert Neller makes an impassioned plea to women asking them to trust him. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tillerson used e-mail alias to talk climate change: AG

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson used an alias email address while CEO of ExxonMobil to send and receive information related to climate change and other matters, according to New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman.

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CBO says 14 million to lose insurance by 2018

The Congressional Budget Office released its projection for the Republicans' health care plan on Monday, revealing that while the plan would cut about $337 billion from the budget deficit through 2026, it would also lead to 24 million fewer people having health insurance.

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Price on CBO report: "Just not believable"

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price says the nonpartisan U.S. Congressional Budget Office's report forecasting that millions more would be uninsured under a Republican plan to dismantle Obamacare is "just not believable." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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'Pull the bill': Pelosi to Republicans

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi called for Republicans to 'pull' their healthcare plan dismantling Obamacare after a CBO report forecasted that millions would be uninsured. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump could upend Obama emissions standards

President Trump plans to announce a review of key auto emissions rules locked in by Barack Obama before leaving office, a victory for auto manufacturers.

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Trump to donate salary, asks White House press corp for suggestions: Spicer

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says U.S. President Trump will donate his salary at the end of the year and wants the White House press corp to determine where it should go. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: "The press is making Obamacare look so good"

U.S. President Donald Trump says the Republican's plan to replace Obamacare will offer Americans more choices and lower prices, but argues "the press is making Obamacare look so good." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Vandals carve message into Trump's LA golf course

Grounds crews at Trump National Golf Club in Los Angeles have had to cover a large patch of green where environmentalists carved a golf-themes message on the links. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Former Obama appointees take on Trump

As President Trump's already-tumultuous presidency approaches only its third month, a large amount of former members of the Obama Administration are taking the lead in battling his agenda.

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U.S. lawmakers demand wire tap proof from DOJ

Top U.S. lawmakers on the House Intelligence Committee sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Justice asking for evidence supporting President Donald Trump's unsubstantiated claim that President Barack Obama 'tapped' the phones at Trump Tower during the 2016 presidential race.

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Ryan believes healthcare plan will pass Senate vote

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says on CBS News' 'Face the Nation' program, "I believe we can get 51 votes out of the Senate" for the Republican plan to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Intruder arrested after scaling White House fence

U.S. President Donald Trump says the intruder arrested after scaling a fence around the White House and entering the grounds was "a troubled person." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. prosecutor Bharara says he has been fired

U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara said on Saturday that he had been fired, one day after the Justice Department asked him and 45 other federal prosecutors who had served under Democratic President Barack Obama to submit their resignations. Nathan Frandino reports.

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NJ grandfather wins deportation delay

A Mexican grandfather who has lived in the United States illegally for 26 years is granted a two-month reprieve from deportation. Linda So reports.

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Pence: "Obamacare must go"

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence visits Kentucky to sell the Republican healthcare bill with a vow to "repeal and replace Obamacare once and for all." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump did not know Flynn was representing Turkey: WH

The White House says President Trump did not know until this week that his former national security adviser, Michael Flynn, had been working as a representative for Turkey, although the issue was raised with the Trump team before the Republican took office. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Sessions asks 46 Obama-era U.S. attorneys to resign

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions has asked the remaining 46 chief federal prosecutors left over from the Obama administration to resign "in order to ensure a uniform transition," the Justice Department said on Friday. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Schwarzenegger eyeing Senate run: report

Movie icon and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, a harsh critic of President Donald Trump, is reportedly eyeing a run for the Senate in 2018.

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Schwarzenegger eyeing Senate run: report

Movie icon and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, a harsh critic of President Donald Trump, is reportedly eyeing a run for the Senate in 2018.

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Trump tests dealmaker image in healthcare fight

President Donald Trump has launched a charm offensive of the type not seen before in his brief and chaotic tenure, forcefully rallying behind legislation to repeal the Obamacare healthcare law while trying to placate the bill’s opponents.

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White House says South Korea remains 'steadfast' ally

White House spokesman Sean Spicer says South Korea remains a 'steadfast' ally of the U.S. and that the current political turmoil in the Asian nation is a domestic issue. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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White House welcomes strong jobs data in potentially rule-violating tweets

A series of tweets by White House spokesman Sean Spicer commenting on strong February job creation figures may have run afoul of federal guidance barring most officials from commenting on key economic data within an hour of its release. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump: "We must act now" on Obamacare

U.S. President Donald Trump says "this is the time" to overhaul Obamacare and believes it will happen "very shortly." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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America’s infrastructure needs a $4 trillion repair job

The American Society of Civil Engineers warning Thursday the U.S. will need to spend $4.59 trillion by 2025 to bring its infrastructure to an adequate B- grade, in a report that could help President Trump sell his $1 trillion infrastructure plan.

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Big danger in Obamacare repeal without replace: GOP's McCarthy

House of Representatives Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy says repealing Obamacare without replacing it would double premiums and collapse the markets. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Save the Data: Hackers work to save research in Trump era

Volunteer coders and researchers recently convened at Yale University, joining a grass roots Data Rescue movement to save and protect the U.S. government's digital records they fear could vanish under Pres. Trump.

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Small town fighting Donald Trump over taxes

The town of Ossining, New York, is locked in a legal dispute with the Trump Organization over property taxes. When the dispute began more than two years ago, the town never expected it would be going up against the President of the United States.

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EPA chief unconvinced CO2 linked to global warming

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency, Scott Pruitt, says he is not convinced carbon dioxide from human activity is the main driver of climate change and wants Congress to weigh in on whether CO2 should be regulated. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Washington state seeks to halt Trump's new travel ban

Washington state's attorney general will ask a federal judge to confirm that a previous court ruling halting President Donald Trump's temporary travel ban applies to a revised order signed by Trump this week. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump concerned about Wikileaks, national security: Spicer

In response to WikiLeaks latest document dump, White House spokesman Sean Spicer says Julian Assange has "compromised" and "undermined national security and that CIA technology is "outdated". Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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States join legal battle against revised Trump travel ban

Several states are planning to press ahead with legal challenges to a revised executive order signed by President Donald Trump this week that temporarily bars the admission of refugees and some travelers from a group of Muslim-majority countries.

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'This is the closest we've been to repealing' Obamacare: Ryan

House Speaker Paul Ryan pushes for Republican unity on the healthcare bill which he says, won't "pull the rug out from anybody" who has insurance coverage today. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Republican Obamacare repeal clears first hurdle

Republicans are forging ahead in their plan for a massive Obamacare overhaul despite Democratic concern that the cost of the bill and its impact on the budget remain unknown. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump mum on WikiLeaks

During a meeting with small bank CEOs at the White House, President Trump declines to answer when a reporter asks a question about WikiLeaks. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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CBO report could make or break Ryan's health plan

Republicans in Washington are nervously awaiting a report from the Congressional Budget Office counting up the costs of their plan to repeal and replace former President Barack Obama's signature health program-- White House spokesman Sean Spicer even taking a shot at the credibility of the widely-respected office at his briefing on Wednesday.

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Trump pledges more aircraft carriers, despite vulnerabilities

Trump’s expansion plans come as evidence mounts that the new class of aircraft carrier is not only hugely expensive and suffers production delays, but also highly vulnerable to attack.

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FBI director Comey: 'You’re stuck with me’

Amid wiretapping allegations, and with plenty in Washington still furious at him for how he handled Hillary Clinton's email investigation, the head of the FBI said he wasn't going anywhere. Jonah Green reports.

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Government watchdog takes aim at Icahn, Trump connection

A government watchdog group, Public Citizen, said on Wednesday it has asked lawmakers to investigate whether White House advisor Carl Icahn violated lobbying disclosure laws, a complaint the billionaire investor denied and called a "witch hunt."

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Tim Kaine's son arrested at anti-Trump protest

The son of former vice presidential candidate U.S. Senator Tim Kaine was arrested last week during a protest against President Donald Trump in Minnesota. It's not known if charges were laid. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Tim Kaine's son arrested at anti-Trump protest

The son of former vice presidential candidate U.S. Senator Tim Kaine was arrested last week during a protest against President Donald Trump in Minnesota. It's not known if charges were laid. Nathan Frandino reports.

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"All options on table" for North Korea: Haley

Washington's ambassador to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, says the U.S. is re-evaluating how it must deal with North Korea after its repeated missile tests. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Congressional panels begin fight over Obamacare

Two House of Representatives panels kicked off debate Wednesday, on a Republican bill backed by President Trump to overhaul Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Don't take Trump "literally": House Intel Chief

The chairman of the House Intelligence Committee says reporters shouldn't take President Trump's tweets "literally" because he's a "neophyte to politics." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Behind closed doors, tough-talking Trump charms CEOs

While the president publicly rebukes major companies, in private he's wooing and charming them with promises of deregulation.

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Ryan on healthcare: "This is monumental, conservative reform"

U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan says House Republicans are working "hand in glove" with the Trump administration on repealing and replacing Obamacare. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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GOP health plan sparks conservative revolt

Conservatives in the House are pushing back against a Republican plan to repeal and replace Obamacare, saying the GOP plan too closely resembles former President Obama's signature plan.

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House GOP touts new healthcare plan, 'This is Obamacare gone'

Representative Kevin Brady, a Texas Republican, offers his endorsement of House Republicans' replacement for the Affordable Care Act. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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VERBATIM: Spicer grilled over wiretap claims

White House Press spokesman Sean Spicer was grilled Tuesday over President Trump's unfounded claims that President Obama wiretapped him.

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House intelligence panel to hold hearing on Russia probe

The U.S. House of Representatives intelligence committee will hold an open hearing on March 20 on the investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. election, committee chairman Devin Nunes announced Tuesday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Deputy AG nominee won't promise Russia inquiry

The prosecutor tapped to fill the No. 2 position at the U.S. Justice Department declined on Tuesday to commit to appointing a special counsel to oversee an investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

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Amid Russia tension, Tillerson meets Ukrainian F.M. Klimkin

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson hosts Ukrainian Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin at the State Department to discuss tension with Russia. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Wikileaks posts alleged trove of CIA hacking tools

Anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks on Tuesday said it had obtained a top-secret trove of hacking tools used by the CIA to break into phones, communication apps and other electronic devices, and published confidential documents on those programs.

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Trump surprises White House visitors

President Donald Trump surprises school children waiting to tour the White House. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ben Carson refers to slaves as 'immigrants'

In remarks to his new staff, HUD Secretary Ben Carson referred to slaves as 'immigrants' and said they came to the U.S. in 'the bottom of slave ships' for better opportunities. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Rollout of revised travel ban was 'extremely' effective: Spicer

White House spokesman Sean Spicer said President Trump's revised travel ban was implemented "extremely effectively". The new order includes six Muslim-majority nations, but removes Iraq from the list. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Texas bathroom bill backers renew push ahead of committee hearing

Backers of a Texas state Senate bill that would allow private businesses to determine their own bathroom policies and mandate that the gender on birth certificates be used o determine public bathroom policies, renewed their support for the bill ahead of its committee hearing on Tuesday. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Washington State working to determine potential harm of new travel ban

Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson says they will decide on potential litigation steps over Trump's revised travel ban order after consulting with state universities and businesses about its specific harm to Washingtonians. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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No evidence "thus far" of Trump's wiretap claim: Chaffetz

Rep. Jason Chaffetz who heads a House oversight panel, says he has seen no direct evidence "thus far" to back U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that his predecessor, Barack Obama, had him wiretapped. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Mexican lawmaker climbs border wall, mocks Trump policy

Mexican congressman Braulio Guerra recently climbed the fence along the U.S.-Mexico border to demonstrate what he says is the futility of U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to build a wall. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump signs revised travel ban, Iraq left off

U.S. President Donald Trump signs a revised executive order for a U.S. travel ban, leaving Iraq off the list of targeted countries, after his controversial first attempt was blocked in the courts. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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FBI Director to Justice Department: Reject Trump's wiretapping claim

FBI Director James Comey rejected President Donald Trump's accusation that his predecessor, Barack Obama, wiretapped him during the campaign. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Flags, and a few fists, fly at pro-Trump rallies

Trump fans held 'Spirit of America' rallies in 28 states Saturday - the mostly peaceful gatherings in support of the U.S. Commander in Chief marred, mostly notably, by a series of brawls in the famously liberal city of Berkeley, California.

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Trump wants Congress to probe his wiretapping claim

One day after Donald Trump accused former Pres. Obama of wiretapping Trump Tower last year, without proof, The White House on Sunday is calling on Congress to investigate the matter further.

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Trump's wiretapping claim makes U.S. 'vulnerable': Panetta

Former President Obama's CIA Director and Defense Secretary Leon Panetta tells "Face the Nation" on CBS that President Trump's wiretapping allegations against Obama makes the U.S. "vulnerable to our enemies." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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NY Governor visits Jerusalem amid anti-semitic acts in the U.S.

While visiting Israel's Holocaust museum in Jerusalem, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo condemned the anti-semitism acts in the United States. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pro-Trump rallies sweep America

Participants in the so-called Spirit of America rallies say U.S. President Donald Trump is a competent leader who will 'make America great', despite a recent surge in anti-Trump protests. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Trump fans rally in solidarity with president

"USA, USA!" Trump fans yell as they march through Washington streets to the White House in support of U.S. President Donald Trump, who many say was wiretapped by former President Barack Obama. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump says Obama tapped his phone, citing no evidence

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday accused former President Barack Obama of wiretapping him in October during the late stages of the presidential election campaign, but offered no evidence to support the allegation.

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Trump's wiretap tweets "earth-shattering": Graham

During a town hall in South Carolina, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham says President Trump's tweet accusing Obama of wiretapping him is something "we need to get to the bottom of." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Image of Clinton triggers internet's sense of irony

A photo of former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton glancing at a newspaper headline about U.S. Vice President Mike Pence using private email has gone viral on social media, with thousands of people commenting on it.

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GOP pushing a healthcare plan, but haven't shared it

With the Republican plan to repeal and replace Obamacare set to be reviewed by a House panel next week, Republican and White House officials are scrambling to please everyone from House conservatives to skittish state governors.

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Photo captures Hillary reading about Pence's email

A photo of former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton glancing at a newspaper headline about U.S. Vice President Mike Pence using private email has gone viral on social media, with thousands of people commenting on it. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump vows to lift defense sequester

In his weekly address delivered aboard the new aircraft carrier, the Gerald R. Ford, U.S. President Donald Trump reinforces his commitment to eliminate the defense sequester which has put budget caps on military spending. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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‘You’ve got mail’: Pence on defense amid email claims

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence says there’s "no comparison whatsoever" between his use of a private email account for state business while he was governor of Indiana and the email woes of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. Nathan Frandino reports.

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DHS might separate mothers from kids at Mexico border

Women and children crossing together illegally into the United States could be separated by U.S. authorities under a proposal being considered by the Department of Homeland Security, according to three government officials.

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Trump tours Florida school, gets photo with children

U.S. President Donald Trump visits a Florida Catholic school with Education Secretary Betsy DeVos, invites schoolchildren to take photo with him, and says "we're going to make you famous." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pence says "no comparison" between his email practices and Hillary's

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence says there is no comparison between his use of a private email account while serving as governor of Indiana and Hillary Clinton's use of a private email server while secretary of state. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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After tumultuous Thursday, Sessions heads to work

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions heads to work Friday morning, following his Thursday anouncement that he would recuse himself from any probe into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Sessions recuses from any Russia probe

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions said on Thursday he would stay out of any probe into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election. Justin Mitchell reports.

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Top Republicans push Sessions to recuse himself on Russia

Several leading Republicans called on Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Thursday to recuse himself from investigations into alleged Russian meddling in the U.S. presidential election after it emerged he met last year with Russia's ambassador but did not disclose the contacts in Senate testimony.

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Trump proposing to slash a quarter of EPA's budget: Source

The White House is proposing to slash a quarter of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's budget, targeting climate-change programs and those designed to prevent air and water pollution like lead contamination, according to a source. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Carson, Perry sworn-in to office

Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson is sworn-in as secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development and former Texas Governor Rick Perry is sworn-in as energy secretary. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. Attorney General Sessions will recuse himself from any campaign probe

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions removed himself on Thursday from any investigations into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election because he was involved with President Donald Trump's campaign.

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Sessions recuses himself from campaign probes

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions says he is recusing himself from any investigations into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 U.S. presidential election because he was involved with President Donald Trump's campaign. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump says he wants 12-aircraft carrier Navy

President Trump says he has discussed his plans with Navy and industry leaders to "undertake a major expansion of our entire Navy fleet, including having the 12-carrier Navy we need." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Top Republicans push Sessions to recuse himself on Russia

Several leading Republicans called on Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Thursday to recuse himself from investigations into alleged Russian meddling in the U.S. presidential election after it emerged he met last year with Russia's ambassador but did not disclose the contacts in Senate testimony.

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Trump stands by Sessions in storm over Russia contacts

President Donald Trump stood by his attorney general Jeff Sessions on Thursday, amid a growing storm over revelations that Sessions met last year with Russia's ambassador but did not disclose the contacts in Senate testimony. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Senate approves Carson to be HUD secretary

The former neurosurgeon Ben Carson has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to head the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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FBI not answering Congress' questions on Russia probe: Schiff

The top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee says FBI Director James Comey is not answering all questions about the investigation into possible Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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George W. Bush's other passion: painting

Former U.S. President George W. Bush promotes his new book and shares his love for painting while also clarifying recent remarks he made about President Donald Trump and the media. Linda So reports.

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Schumer says Sessions should resign

U.S. Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said Attorney General Jeff Sessions misled Congress over his contacts with Russia's ambassador and he should resign. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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The hearing where Sessions denies contact with Russia

U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions says during his January 10 confirmation hearing "I did not have communications with the Russians" when asked about the Trump campaign's contacts with Russia. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Chaffetz on Sessions: "I think he should clarify"

Jason Chaffetz, chairman of the House of Representatives Oversight and Government Reform Committee, said on Thursday that U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions should "clarify his testimony" about his contacts with Russian officials during the Trump presidential campaign. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Biden defends free press

Former Vice President Joe Biden says attacks on the press are corrosive and dangerous. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pence swears in Zinke as Interior Secretary

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence swears in President Donald Trump's pick to head the Interior Department, Rep. Ryan Zinke. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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After big speech, Trump pivots to healthcare

President Donald Trump's speech to a joint session of Congress got an unexpectedly positive response, and on Wednesday he is meeting with Republican leaders to figure out how to make good on his myriad promises--especially on health care.

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Legislative plans begin "as of now": Trump

President Trump met with Congressional leaders at the White House Wednesday to discuss plans for the future. He told reporters the legislative process begins "as of now." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Exclusive: DHS lacks funds to begin Trump's wall

A document seen by Reuters indicates the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has about $20 million to put toward construction of a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, as ordered by President Donald Trump. That amount won't get the department past the prototype phase.

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Trump tries to turn from divisive to deal-maker

U.S. President Donald Trump showed a different side in his first address to Congress. This Trump was part deal-maker, part salesman, asking for unity and trying to repackage his populist message in more palatable terms.

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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz calls Trump's immigration remarks 'strong'

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz reacts to President Donald Trump's first address to Congress.

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Dems warn Trump that Obamacare repeal 'isn't a game'

Former Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear gave the Democratic response to President Donald Trump's address to Congress, telling the commander in chief that repealing Obamacare "isn't a game." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump touts unity & strength in speech to Congress

President Donald Trump delivers an unusually upbeat first speech to Congress, promising he could come through on his major campaign pledges and urging Democrats to work with him on instituting his agenda.

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