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Schieffer on AP Subpoenas: "Outrageous Overreach" - :

2013-05-24T15:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z CBS News chief Washington correspondent and host of "Face the Nation" Bob Schieffer discusses President Obama's response to the media in the wake the Associated Press scandal, as well as the the president's recent counter-terrorism speech. Schieffer on AP Subpoenas: "Outrageous Overreach" - : cd43996a-1b99-435c-92bb-8591d2c0faca

IRS Scandal: Official Lois Lerner Placed on Leave, Replaced - :

2013-05-24T14:45:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Lois Lerner, the head of the tax-exempt organizations division is placed on leave after scandal. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, says she was asked to resign, but refused. Ken Corbin has been named to take over her department. IRS Scandal: Official Lois Lerner Placed on Leave, Replaced - : 5762c314-a605-40dc-bfbd-310310278032

Obama Offers Drone Strike Defense - :

2013-05-24T14:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Declaring America at a "crossroads" in the fight against terrorism, President Barack Obama on Thursday revealed clearer guidelines for the use of deadly drone strikes. Obama Offers Drone Strike Defense - : 0a819cdf-c55a-415a-8fa2-a257985192af

Schumer, Franken Scurry from Questions about IRS Scandal - :

2013-05-24T10:46:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Sen Al Franken (D-MN) and Chuck Schumer run away from TRN's Jason Mattera's tough questions about their involvement in the IRS scandal. Schumer, Franken Scurry from Questions about IRS Scandal - : 27c4113b-dc19-46bd-8369-c4b7d9b68076

Islamist Bombers Kill Several in Twin Niger Attacks - :

2013-05-24T09:35:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Islamist militants staged twin suicide car bombings on an army base and a French-run uranium mine in Niger on Thursday, killing at least 20 people. Islamist Bombers Kill Several in Twin Niger Attacks - : 1b56dfa2-1caf-42b8-a43c-c2de6005fc27

Two Suspects in Murder Known to London Police - :

2013-05-24T08:55:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The murder of a British soldier on the streets of London appears to be the work of Islamic radicals. Police arrest two more suspects. British Prime Minister says the attack will "bring us together." Two Suspects in Murder Known to London Police - : 138b3771-ff6a-49a5-8522-2931ec3db0c5

Boy Scouts Decision "First Step" Say Activists - :

2013-05-24T08:53:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The Boy Scouts of America threw open its ranks Thursday to gay Scouts but not gay Scout leaders, a move that LGBT activists are calling the "first step" to full inclusion of gays in scouting. Boy Scouts Decision "First Step" Say Activists - : 9a8eede3-475f-4197-ac44-25feb7554a30

Obama Renews Call to Close Gitmo - :

2013-05-24T08:51:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z President Barack Obama announced a renewed push to close the Guantanamo Bay detention center in Cuba, including lifting a moratorium on prisoner transfers to Yemen. Obama Renews Call to Close Gitmo - : 85ec421c-994c-4438-b0e0-2f3f15d0f091

Obama to Open Up on Drone in Crucial Speech - NONE NONE:

2013-05-23T14:28:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z In a wide-ranging national security speech, the president will address controversial drone strikes and transparency around their use. Obama to Open Up on Drone in Crucial Speech - NONE NONE: 0afd8823-a0a3-484a-9738-754a5f655fa1

British PM: South London Murder - NONE NONE:

2013-05-23T14:25:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z British Prime Minister Speaks out against gruesome murder of soldier. British PM: South London Murder - NONE NONE: e2d3294e-f951-474a-937a-f775e654b996

Protests Outside Cincinnati IRS Office - NONE NONE:

2013-05-23T14:00:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Protesters vented their anger at the IRS in Cincinnati on Tuesday. The IRS is under investigation, amid revelations that a Cincinnati-base IRS division singled out conservative groups for additional scrutiny. Protests Outside Cincinnati IRS Office - NONE NONE: 34db3b8a-62a6-4457-ad28-0442f2c5bad3

Boston Bombing Suspect's Friend Implicates Tsarnaev, Self in Murders - NONE NONE:

2013-05-23T09:03:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Law enforcement sources say police have evidence of a criminal connection between Ibragim Todashev and Boston bombing suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev's involvement in an unsolved grisly triple murder in Waltham, Mass. Boston Bombing Suspect's Friend Implicates Tsarnaev, Self in Murders - NONE NONE: dd8635b8-8875-4ff7-b5b1-fe982fa13f9b

IRS Official Pleads 5th Amendment - NONE NONE:

2013-05-23T09:01:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The star witness at a hearing investigating the Internal Revenue Service's targeting of conservative groups invoked her constitutional right to not answer questions. IRS Official Pleads 5th Amendment - NONE NONE: 599209b8-3b15-428e-84ed-5b479895e61e

Florida FBI Shooting Has Boston Bombing Links - :

2013-05-23T08:56:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Law enforcement officials say a man was fatally shot while he was being questioned in the Boston Marathon bombing case after he lunged at an FBI agent with a knife. Florida FBI Shooting Has Boston Bombing Links - : fd72d4fc-b270-498e-bffc-20d2df47805e

State Dept Employees 'Held Accountable' For Benghazi Receiving Pay, Not Working - :

2013-05-22T14:35:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z State Department Deputy Spokesman Patrick Ventrell announced on Monday that employees identified by the Accountability Review Board as responsible for the security failures that lead to the Benghazi attacks are receiving pay five months after being put on administrative leave. State Dept Employees 'Held Accountable' For Benghazi Receiving Pay, Not Working - : dc22a623-e205-4c1d-9725-457486c3c6f0

BREAKING: South London Machete Murder was Terror Attack - :

2013-05-22T14:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z BREAKING: South London Machete Murder was Terror Attack - : 6f3de658-2996-457a-8a13-87c5c1cb32dd

WH: Those Who Bring Up Admin Scandals Might As Well Be Birthers - :

2013-05-22T14:06:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z White House Spokesman Jay Carney became a little defensive when he was asked by CBS' Major Garrett if the recent scandals were "partisan fishing expeditions" on Tuesday. After Carney asserted that Benghazi, IRS targeting, and Department of Justice seizure of AP records all had partisan elements. WH: Those Who Bring Up Admin Scandals Might As Well Be Birthers - : 13fe73c6-8eab-4001-82ca-be33f17602fc

Outgoing IRS Chief Says Planted Question His Idea - :

2013-05-22T09:04:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z In Tuesday's Senate hearings into the ever-widening IRS scandal, outgoing IRS chief, Steve Miller, acknowledged that the planted question that broke the story last week was his idea. The "planted question" refers to the way in which the IRS chose to release the findings of the Inspector General's report a week ago Friday. Outgoing IRS Chief Says Planted Question His Idea - : a9af3c17-63b7-4591-acd6-6d82c5535869

Federal Appeals Court Rules Bin Laden Photos Can Stay Secret - :

2013-05-22T09:01:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z A federal appeals court has backed the U.S. government's refusal to make public photos and video of Osama Bin Laden taken after his death. Federal Appeals Court Rules Bin Laden Photos Can Stay Secret - : c8975ffb-4f28-4c2d-9ed4-e79014b291ca

Anthony Weiner: I'm Running for New York City Mayor - :

2013-05-22T08:59:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z In an online video, ex-congressman Anthony Weiner says he's going to run for NYC mayor. Weiner resigned from Congress after admitting he sent lewd pictures of himself to several women via Twitter. Anthony Weiner: I'm Running for New York City Mayor - : 60985f7f-22ab-40ac-b435-48b11368a1ce

Myanmar is Open for Business, Leader Tells U.S. Firms - :

2013-05-22T08:55:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Myanmar President Thein Sein invited US companies to help create a "market economy" and end the isolation of his once-reclusive state, during a landmark visit to Washington. Myanmar is Open for Business, Leader Tells U.S. Firms - : 6bf9fdc8-6a53-4323-a4a4-edb393a723ee

American Accused of Spying Leaves Russia - :

2013-05-21T14:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z American Ryan Fogle, who was arrested in Russia on charges of spying for the U.S., was spotted at the Moscow airport. He is believed to be headed home. American Accused of Spying Leaves Russia - : de67f08c-a183-4b6f-9ae1-668ab95bf656

Newtown Families to Lobby Illinois Senators for Gun Control - NONE NONE:

2013-05-21T13:55:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Three families from Newtown, Connecticut will lobby Illinois senators today to enact a controversial new gun control law. Newtown Families to Lobby Illinois Senators for Gun Control - NONE NONE: 8360c973-e3f1-49ac-9b76-54cbe1714c39

NewsBusted: Pelosi, Hannity, and Obamacare - NONE NONE:

2013-05-21T09:15:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z NewsBusted takes a comedic look at the headlines of last week. NewsBusted: Pelosi, Hannity, and Obamacare - NONE NONE: 19003ad0-a494-4054-8e77-b79efdabe175

White House Backs 'Shield Law' for Media - :

2013-05-21T09:02:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said on Monday that President Barack Obama is endorsing a federal shield law for reporters seeking to protect their confidential sources, and 'is very happy to see the Senate take it up again." White House Backs 'Shield Law' for Media - : 308db76f-24f6-44d2-97e9-ea2186a36e82

Fierce Bombing in Qusair, Syria - :

2013-05-21T09:00:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Syrian state media reports government forces are pushing deeper into Qusair, a strategic opposition-held town near the Lebanese border. Amateur video, shot over the weekend, shows rebels under attack as the area was shelled. Fierce Bombing in Qusair, Syria - : 3cff89f8-2baa-4fc4-8a25-8a3ef7d25e4e

North Korea Conducts Launches for 3rd Straight Day - :

2013-05-21T08:55:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z North Korea on Monday fired more projectiles into the sea off its east coast, South Korean officials said, urging Pyongyang to refrain from "tension-creating acts." North Korea Conducts Launches for 3rd Straight Day - : 1fa5efe7-2cf2-41cd-a606-6da0e2867606

DOJ Investigated Fox News Reporter in 2009 Leak Probe - NONE NONE:

2013-05-20T15:20:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Fox News reacted aggressively Monday to the news that one of its reporters, James Rosen, had been heavily targeted by the Justice Department. Brit Hume, the longtime anchor for the network, appeared multiple times throughout the day to condemn the targeting of reporters. DOJ Investigated Fox News Reporter in 2009 Leak Probe - NONE NONE: b17c4f6a-379d-4e95-ad25-ac1f9d13aa0e

Rasmussen Discusses Public Reaction to the Scandals - :

2013-05-20T15:15:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Scott Rasmussen discusses the latest polling results on the DOJ's subpoena of AP reporters' phone records, the IRS targeting conservative organizations and Benghazi. Rasmussen Discusses Public Reaction to the Scandals - : 2fb7b972-8282-4032-bf8e-4d02926ea305

India, China Vow to End Long-Running Border Dispute - :

2013-05-20T14:35:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The Indian and Chinese premiers pledge to finally resolve a border dispute that has soured ties for decades, saying good relations between the two Asian giants were key to world peace. India, China Vow to End Long-Running Border Dispute - : c6e0d81e-36dd-47d2-8b94-a1b4e9e3b005

Reporter To State Dept: 'I Just Don’t Understand Why You Hide Information' - :

2013-05-20T12:55:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z When asked on Friday to give details on an upcoming peace summit, State Department Spokeswoman Jen Psaki awkwardly tried to dodge announcing the location of the international meeting. Psaki was informed by members of the press that President Obama and Secretary John Kerry had both announced or suggested the conference would be held in Geneva. Reporter To State Dept: 'I Just Don’t Understand Why You Hide Information' - : 964db0c4-9d9f-4f08-ad87-d93daf19f34c

Obama's Weekly Address: I Need To Get 'Out Of The Washington Echo Chamber' - :

2013-05-20T09:12:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z President Barack Obama: "That’s why I like getting out of the Washington echo chamber whenever I can – because too often, our politics aren’t focused on the same things you are. Working hard. Supporting your family and your community. Making sure your kids have every chance in life. More than anything, the American people make me optimistic about where we’re headed as a nation. Obama's Weekly Address: I Need To Get 'Out Of The Washington Echo Chamber' - : 166a8625-65bd-408c-9309-d92cf6705af0

AP CEO: Records Seizure 'Unconstitutional' - :

2013-05-20T09:10:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The president and CEO of The Associated Press says the government's seizure of AP phone records was 'unconstitutional' and has already had a chilling effect on newsgathering. AP CEO: Records Seizure 'Unconstitutional' - : d0ee8825-7bbd-4f23-97dd-23e8920f5981

Report: Government Temporarily Lost Track of ex-Terrorists - :

2013-05-20T09:04:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z A DOJ inspector general report reveals the government temporarily lost track of ex-terrorists allowed into the witness protection program. The report says the department failed to provide names of some of them for a "no-fly" list. As a result, some of the terrorism-related witnesses were permitted on commercial flights. Report: Government Temporarily Lost Track of ex-Terrorists - : 41249175-625b-437b-b376-b03044a52134

Liberal Chick Asks Beach Goers If "They Know Who This Ben Ghazi Guy Is!" - Doug Giles:

2013-05-18T10:10:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Liberal Chick is back and as daft as ever. With mic and camera in tow she goes on a quest on a Ft. Lauderdale beach to find out who this "Ben Ghazi" guy is. Liberal Chick Asks Beach Goers If "They Know Who This Ben Ghazi Guy Is!" - Doug Giles: b0250adb-1507-45c4-aca0-bd6c75b281c8

Are Afghan Troops Ready to Take Over? - :

2013-05-17T14:00:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z American combat troops are due to leave Afghanistan after next year and are training Afghans to take over security. CBS News caught up with one unit who rely on the trainees to take the lead on daily foot patrols. Are Afghan Troops Ready to Take Over? - : 47e30dd0-ee5f-4372-9ef8-99b80609a2c0

Russia Repotedly Sends Advanced Missiles to Syria - :

2013-05-17T13:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z CBS News' reports so-called "ship killer" missiles said to be an upgraded version of weapons Russia has been supplying to Syria for years. Report suggests it could raise Syria's capability to strike ships off its coast used to support any potential no-fly zone. Russia Repotedly Sends Advanced Missiles to Syria - : e31009ce-0d8a-49fb-bc31-e807516cb422

Officials Arrest Man in Idaho in Terrorism Case - :

2013-05-17T09:47:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Federal authorities in Idaho said Thursday they have arrested an Uzbekistan national accused of conspiring with a designated terrorist organization in his home country and helping scheme to use a weapon of mass destruction. Officials Arrest Man in Idaho in Terrorism Case - : b157c64f-4a26-4a65-b51e-6ba9fd11f6d1

State Dept Employees 'Held Accountable' For Benghazi Failures Still Receiving Paychecks - :

2013-05-17T09:38:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z State Department Spokeswoman Jen Psaki revealed on Thursday that the employees who were relieved of duty as a result of the Benghazi review board report are still drawing paychecks five months after their change of status. Psaki had no specifics on whether the employees were drawing paychecks from home or if they were required to come into work every day and responsible for different duties. State Dept Employees 'Held Accountable' For Benghazi Failures Still Receiving Paychecks - : ef2f886e-16ae-457a-bca5-fcc978ef3345

Suicide Car Bomber Attacks NATO Convoy in Afghanistan - :

2013-05-17T09:13:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z At least six people were killed and 30 wounded after a NATO convoy was attacked in Kabul, Afghanistan. A militant Muslim group is claiming responsibility. Suicide Car Bomber Attacks NATO Convoy in Afghanistan - : ec51e468-7035-4401-97a1-a9ff177b1e97

Holder: Issa's Conduct "Unacceptable," "Shameful" - :

2013-05-16T14:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Attorney General Eric Holder argued with Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., about e-mails from Thomas Perez, the Justice Department's top civil rights official. Holder: Issa's Conduct "Unacceptable," "Shameful" - : 5ca19a4a-c788-4d78-8ba5-1f64393c1f9d

Jackson Lee Tries To Stop Issa Questioning Holder - :

2013-05-16T13:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z During the House Judiciary committee hearing on Wednesday, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee held up procedures to complain about a recording being played as part of evidence. Lee asked if the recording had been authenticated and then asked if Attorney General Eric Holder, who was the only witness during the hearing, was given notice of the recording before it played. After multiple attempts to shut down Congressman Issa's questioning, Lee was ruled out of order. Jackson Lee Tries To Stop Issa Questioning Holder - : 64507bda-504d-421a-bde8-b12c60682e48

Carney: OK For Obama To Learn About Scandals From Press Reports - :

2013-05-16T09:13:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z White House Spokesman Jay Carney told reporters on Wednesday that it was not a sign of a lack of leadership that the President and top officials are discovering scandals in the administration at the same time as the American people from press reports. "I would be interested to see what the reporting would be if it were otherwise," Carney said. Carney: OK For Obama To Learn About Scandals From Press Reports - : 52ce4a82-beb0-49af-a028-7c0cf9597f14

Obama: IRS Acting Commissioner Has Resigned - :

2013-05-16T09:10:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z President Barack Obama says the acting commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, Steven Miller, has submitted his resignation in the aftermath of an investigation that found the agency improperly targeted conservative groups. Obama: IRS Acting Commissioner Has Resigned - : 1d43cb5f-38e0-4e46-a30a-6cbc5b09a9b4

White House Releases Internal Emails on Benghazi Attack - :

2013-05-16T09:05:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z The White House released internal e-mails that deal with the administration's public description of the attack on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya. White House Releases Internal Emails on Benghazi Attack - : 0a104333-6be6-4374-9958-3e657f70f2a6

Rubio On IRS Scandal: Obama's Culture Of Political Intimidation - :

2013-05-15T15:27:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Marco Rubio delivers a speech criticizing the Obama administration for the recent IRS scandal that targeted conservative groups. Rubio On IRS Scandal: Obama's Culture Of Political Intimidation - : 153f1614-bee8-411e-9b5f-7d8766818f1a

Military Anti-Sex Assault Official Faces Sex Assault Charges - NONE NONE:

2013-05-15T15:00:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Another member of the military who is supposed to stop sexual assaults is accused of sexual misconduct. A sergeant first-class at Fort Hood, Texas -- who had been responsible for handling sexual assault cases -- is under investigation for abusive sexual conduct. Military Anti-Sex Assault Official Faces Sex Assault Charges - NONE NONE: ceb31278-d99e-414c-8d72-7684ae0962ce

Navy Launches Drone From Aircraft Carrier - :

2013-05-15T14:30:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z A drone the size of a fighter jet took off from the deck of an American aircraft carrier for the first time Tuesday in a test flight that could open the way for the U.S. to launch unmanned aircraft from just about any place in the world. Navy Launches Drone From Aircraft Carrier - : f4d1c4e3-0eb9-4df8-98ff-3c9fcdf85e7b

Russia Catches CIA Agent Trying to Recruit Spy - Alicia Powe:

2013-05-15T10:36:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z Russia expelled a U.S. diplomat on Tuesday after saying he had been caught red-handed with disguises, special equipment and wads of cash as he tried to recruit a Russian intelligence agent to work for the CIA. Russia Catches CIA Agent Trying to Recruit Spy - Alicia Powe: 7918cff1-15ff-43aa-8a6f-1b48a1c1751f

White House in Damage Control, Trifecta of Scandals - Alicia Powe:

2013-05-15T09:32:00-04:00 2013-05-25T06:27:56Z An escalating series of potential scandals has the White House in damage control mode. Administration officials are in the cross-hairs of a angry mainstream media awakened by a tri-fecta of scandals--the cover-up of deaths in Libya, political prosecution from the IRS and spying on the press by the Department of Justice. White House in Damage Control, Trifecta of Scandals - Alicia Powe: