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7/6: Face the Nation

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Weijia Jiang speaks with Democratic Rep. Tom Suozzi of New York and the director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, in the aftermath of President Trump’s newly signed “big, beautiful bill.” Meanwhile, search and rescue operations are ongoing in central Texas after devastating flash floods killed dozens.

7/6: Sunday Morning

Hosted by Mo Rocca. In our cover story, Rocca examines the history of the Statue of Liberty and how it became a beacon for immigrants. Also: Ben Mankiewicz talks with Richard Dreyfuss, Lorraine Gary and screenwriter Carl Gottlieb about the making of “Jaws”; Robert Costa interviews Ron Chernow, author of a new biography of Mark Twain; Tracy Smith sits down with music superstar Sabrina Carpenter; David Pogue meets some speed “cubers” – experts at solving Rubik’s Cube; and Luke Burbank explores the flavorful history of three condiments: ketchup, mustard and mayonnaise.

7/6/2025: Surfmen; Smith Island; Banana Ball

First, meet the U.S. Coast Guard’s elite surfmen. Then, how a Maryland island faces rising sea level. And, a look inside the world of Banana Ball.

7/6/2025: The Green River Drift; Ballmer’s Ballgame; Ina Garten

First, riding along on the Green River Drift. Then, Steve Ballmer: The 60 Minutes Interview. And, Ina Garten: The 60 Minutes Interview.

U.S. warns trading partners higher tariffs could roll out next month

The Trump administration is expected to send dozens of letters to countries that have not made a trade deal, warning them that higher tariffs could kick in next month.

7/5: Saturday Morning

Rescues continue in central Texas after deadly flash floods force evacuations; The Hudson Valley's historic Stissing House shines with wood-fired classics

Convicted killer says his lover had no part in murder of her husband

In an exclusive interview, Robert Baker tells "48 Hours" Monica Sementilli "did not know" about the murder and had no involvement. Baker's testimony could help Sementilli in her upcoming murder conspiracy trial.

Did a California wife conspire with her ex-lover to kill her husband?

In 2017, Fabio Sementilli was stabbed to death at his Woodland Hills, Calif., home. His wife Monica and her ex-lover were charged with conspiring to kill him.

The Monica Sementilli Affair

When a renowned hairstylist is killed poolside,  investigators look at his wife.  Was her alleged affair with her racquetball coach a motive for murder? "48 Hours" contributor Michelle Miller reports.

Jail love affair reveals evidence of murder conspiracy, prosecutors say

Intercepted love letters and surreptitious recordings between Monica Sementilli and Robert Baker allegedly reveal secrecy pact, coded language and sex games inside jail.