This week on “Sunday Morning” (June 21)

This Week on "Sunday Morning" (June 21)

Guest Host

This week on Sunday Morning June 21 - The Emmy Award-winning "CBS News Sunday Morning" airs every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. ET on CBS. In addition, the show streams on the CBS News app starting at 11:00 a.m. ET. This week's guest host is Lee Cowan.

Cover Story

Birthright citizenship, as outlined in the 14th Amendment, grants automatic nationality to anyone born or naturalized in the United States. However, a presidential directive issued in January 2025 by former President Donald Trump aims to restrict this right for children of undocumented parents. Estimates suggest this policy could impact around 250,000 children annually, per data from Pew Research Center. (The Supreme Court is currently evaluating the constitutionality of this measure.)

"Denying birthright citizenship could reshape the way we view immigration's role in our national identity," notes constitutional scholar Amanda Frost, whose book explores this theme from historical precedents to modern debates.

ALMANAC: June 21

This week's "Sunday Morning" segment revisits significant events tied to June 21. A notable milestone was the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in the North Dakota Badlands, 107 years after his passing. The library offers an engaging journey into the life and legacy of the 26th president, as well as the natural environment that influenced his vision.

Complementing this, Theodore Roosevelt National Park in Medora, N.D., continues to draw visitors, preserving the landscapes he cherished.

NATURE

Seahorses and seadragons, both captivating marine species, showcase nature's ingenuity. Seahorses, with their distinctive horse-like heads and kangaroo-like pouches, are known for their ability to blend into surroundings like chameleons. Meanwhile, seadragons, their relatives, possess an equally mesmerizing appearance. Correspondent Conor Knighton explores these creatures at the Birch Aquarium, part of UC San Diego's Scripps Institution of Oceanography.

MUSIC

Shooter Jennings, the son of legendary country musician Waylon Jennings, is reviving his father's artistic legacy. By rediscovering and producing lost recordings, Shooter honors the "outlaw country" style that defined his dad's career. His upcoming album "Diamonds" will be released later this year. "Sunday Morning" correspondent Robert Costa discusses the emotional journey of reconnecting with his father's music.

PASSAGE: In Memoriam

"Sunday Morning" pays tribute to individuals who recently passed away. Among them is the artistic duo Édouard Manet and Berthe Morisot, whose relationship redefined their creative approaches. An exhibition at the Cleveland Museum of Art highlights their collaboration, featuring works that reveal their shared influence. Correspondent Lee Cowan explores this connection during the segment.

"Manet's mentorship of Morisot wasn't just professional—it was transformative," reflects Emily A. Beeny, author of the exhibition's accompanying catalog.

HARTMAN: Graduation

Sunday Profile: John Mulaney reflects on life beyond comedy. The standup comedian and Emmy winner, who once believed his career was destined for the spotlight, shares insights on his journey toward sobriety and fatherhood with correspondent Tracy Smith. Mulaney recalls a pivotal 2020 intervention, which he humorously describes as "star-studded."

This story was previously aired on March 9, 2025.