Them to tamp down the investigation into allegations of collusion between the Trump Campaign and russia. Do you solemnly swear to tell the truth . Reporter a week ago former fbi director james comey told senators that he believed he was fired by mr. Trump because of the fbis ongoing russia investigation, which comey was leading at the time. Do you believe this will rise to obstruction of justice . I dont know. Thats bob muellers job, to sort that out. Reporter ron hosko, a former assistant director of the fbi, says while obstruction of justice is hard to prove the allegation itself could hurt the president. Dont you have to prove intent . Getting to intent to obstruct or impede is going to be very important. And it could be that they never are able to build that case in a meaningful way. However, damage could be done, political damage could be done during the process. Reporter muellers appointment a month ago to oversee the investigation drew bipartisan praise. The white house even int
This is the cbs evening news with scott pelley. Pelley congressman Steve Scalise had a third surgery today as doctors worked to save the life of the thirdranking republican in the house. Scalise is one of four people shot yesterday when a gunman opened fire on republicans practicing for tonights Charity Baseball game against the democrats. Scalise, who is 51, remains in critical condition. Our chief Congressional Correspondent nancy cordes begins our coverage. Hes in some trouble. Reporter President Trump issued a sobering update today after visiting House Majority whip Steve Scalise last night. Hes a great fighter, and hes going to be okay, we hope. Reporter scalise underwent his third surgery today. Democrat Cedric Richmond is a close friend and fellow louisianaian. Its no secret that the bullet split up, and that vital organs are were hit. Reporter another victim, lobbyist matt mika, has been upgraded frogradedgraded from cn to serious, but his family warns, matt was shot multiple t
Id be talking to you right now. Reporter agent crystal griner was shot in the ankle. A 2006 graduate of marylands hood college, she was a star basketball player, known for her strength and athletic ability. A teammate told us she was very aggressive and was not at all surprised how she responded in a dangerous, highpressure situation. Retired Capitol Police chief kim dine. She is amazing, and shes a hero. She epitomized what being a heros all about. Reporter agent david bailey injured his ankle during the chaotic gun battle. Hes from brazil and graduated from North Carolina Central University in 2007. He always talked about becoming a police officer. Reporter friend rachael brooks says he just wanted to help people. As soon as i heard that, the first thing i thought was, that is definitely just like david to do. Reporter there were some other heroes too, scott. Henry cabrera, a special agent with the Capitol Hill Police department, also exchanged gunfire with the shooter, as did some o
Are battling the flames in Mariposa County and the crews in novato took this video of the intense flames and firefighters in marin county save at least 10 homes. Firefighters in Santa Clara County also battling the fire in Mariposa County and two strike teams made up of 44 firefighters and 11 engines on the fire lines. Resources film from milpitas, santa clara, sunnyvale and more expected to spend two weeks on the fire lines and focus on protecting the buildings in the town of mariposa. Alameda investigators investigating a crime after a man was shot and killed while pushing his three month old baby in a stroller. Christien kafton joins us from the Sheriffs Office in san leandro with what we know so far. Reporter the shooting taking place in broad daylight at 3 pm. Neighbors tell ktvu at first they thought it was fireworks and in the realized that a father had been shot and killed with this child in the line of fire. The threemonthold child was uninjured in the shooting and so far inve
Removed boxes from homes as protesters yelled at them. Officials declined to provide details of the investigation. Protesters who heard about the raid came to the scene and were upset to see the Police Outside of the home. I am upset that opd is involved. Sanctuary city. The sanctuary city do not work with ice agents or immigration matters. Because this was human traffic and they provided Traffic Control and not to take part in the raid. Two officers blocked off the road and stood by. Did they ask us if we can provide Traffic Control while they carry out their duties for this search warrant in connection with the Human Trafficking and we are going to do the Traffic Control post and make sure the community is safer. You are looking at a live shot from skyfox overhead on 27th street between west and Martin Luther king. A small contingent of protesters outside of the home that was rated by ice agents. There is a protest and a march at 6 pm. We will followed the latest development. Ktvu, f