Trump Media's auditor is charged with "massive fraud" by the SEC
Audit firm BF Borgers allegedly failed to comply with accounting standards and fabricated audit documentation, regulators claim.
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Strategist on possible Trump running mates
Former President Donald Trump is set to headline the Republican National Committee's spring donor retreat in Florida this weekend. Some potential vice presidential picks are expected to attend, including Sens. Marco Rubio, Tim Scott and J.D. Vance, along with North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joined CBS News to discuss that and the rest of the week's political news.
Hope Hicks takes stand in Trump trial
Former Trump campaign press secretary and White House communications director Hope Hicks has taken the stand in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial where he's accused of falsifying business records of payments to cover up alleged sex scandals. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman has more on who Hope Hicks is and CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down how important her testimony could be.
Trump phone call with Cohen played at trial
A taped phone call between Donald Trump and his former attorney, Michael Cohen, was played at the former president's "hush money" trial Thursday. Cohen had secretly recorded the conversation where they spoke about an alleged payment to former Playboy model Karen McDougal. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Phone conversations played at Trump trial
Former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial will pick back up Friday, a day after jurors heard a recording of Trump speaking with his former lawyer, Michael Cohen. The jury also heard another recording of a conversation between Cohen and Keith Davidson, the former attorney for Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. Trump is accused of paying Daniels and McDougal to stay quiet about their alleged sexual encounters. Trump denies the allegations. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.
Stormy Daniels’ former lawyer testifies
Keith Davidson, Stormy Daniels’ former lawyer, testified about arranging a $130,000 payment from Trump’s former lawyer and fixer Michel Cohen to the adult film star to stay quiet about an alleged sexual encounter with Trump.
Prosecutors play secret recording of Trump
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial introduced jurors to a new part of the story on Thursday: A secret recording first made public in 2018, allegedly taken of Trump being briefed on a plan to buy and bury the story of a woman who claimed to have a sexual relationship with the former president. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
TIME reporter unpacks Trump interview
TIME Magazine spoke with former President Donald Trump about his potential take-two in the Oval Office. Eric Cortellessa, the reporter who interviewed Trump, joins "America Decides" to unpack their conversation.
Trump campaigns in Wisconsin and Michigan
Former President Donald Trump held rallies in Wisconsin and Michigan on Wednesday. The events marked his first rallies since his New York criminal trial began. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has the latest.
Former Trump White House lawyer on gag order
After holding former President Donald Trump in contempt on Tuesday, the judge overseeing his New York criminal trial held another hearing Thursday to consider doing so again. Ty Cobb, former special counsel to the president during the Trump administration, joins "America Decides" to examine the case.
Hearing on alleged Trump gag order violations
Former President Donald Trump was back in a New York City courtroom Thursday after spending Wednesday campaigning in Wisconsin and Michigan. The day began with a gag order violation hearing and ended with the lawyer for two women at the center of the case. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has the details.
Stormy Daniels' ex-lawyer testifies in Trump trial
Keith Davidson, the former attorney of adult film star Stormy Daniels, took the stand Thursday in former President Donald Trump's New York "hush money" trial. Davidson testified about how he negotiated a $130,000 payment from Trump's former attorney, Michael Cohen, to pay Daniels. Robert Costa has more.
5/2: The Daily Report with John Dickerson
John Dickerson reports on protesters' calls for colleges to divestment from Israel, why thousands of migrants are waiting in Mexico, and the new nuclear reactor operating in Georgia.
Latest in Trump's "hush money" trial
The judge in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" criminal trial weighed comments made by Trump about the jury hearing the case. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Katrina Kaufman have more on the second gag order violation hearing held since the trial began.
5/2: CBS Evening News
Biden condemns violence during campus protests; Officers, Good Samaritan rescue couple from burning Florida home
N.C. congressional candidate suspends campaign days before primary runoff
Just before the primary runoff election, the GOP candidate with the most votes in the primary for a North Carolina congressional seat said she's suspending her campaign.
5/2: America Decides
Biden says violent protest is not protected; U.S. Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks discusses Maryland race
Second Trump gag order hearing
Former President Donald Trump's remarks were probed Thursday during a second gag order hearing. Prosecutors allege Trump has violated judge Juan Merchan's order four times since he was last fined. CBS News' Errol Barnett reports.
New hearing over Trump gag order
Prosecutors in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial urged the judge to hold the former president in contempt of court for more gag order violations days after he was penalized for nine posts on social media and his campaign website. The judge did not immediately rule on the additional four alleged violations. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
New gag order violation claims against Trump
Just days after former President Donald Trump was ordered to pay $9,000 for violating a gag order in his "hush money" case, prosecutors urged the judge to penalize him again for additional violations. They argue he violated the order four other times in recent weeks. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
Trump touts role in overturning Roe v. Wade
Former President Donald Trump was in Wisconsin and Michigan Wednesday where he hyped up his part in overturning Roe v. Wade and defended his policy of letting states make their own abortion laws. On the Democratic side, President Biden is heading to Charlotte, North Carolina, to meet with the families of the law enforcement officers killed in a shootout this week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on the campaigns.
Another gag order hearing for Trump
Former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial resumes Thursday with another gag order hearing. On Wednesday, Trump slammed the judge in the case, telling supporters at a rally he had been "unconstitutionally gagged." CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more on the case.
Trump campaigns in swing states
For the first time since his New York criminal trial got underway, former President Donald Trump returned to campaigning on Wednesday, this time in Michigan and Wisconsin, which are two crucial battleground states in the 2024 election. On the campaign trail, he highlighted his role in overturning Roe v. Wade, and emphasized his opinion that abortion should be left to the states. Trump will be in court Thursday as his criminal trial resumes.
Fed keep rates steady: Breaking down decision
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it is keeping interest rates steady. The move comes as the central bank continues to deal with inflation. Jeanna Smialek, Federal Reserve and economy reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to discuss.
How abortion access is changing in Florida
Thousands of Floridians lost access to abortion care Wednesday as the state's ban took effect after months of failed legal challenges to block it. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has the details.
Planned crewed launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft scrubbed
The planned crewed launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off with less than two hours to go before liftoff.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Miss USA suddenly resigns, urges people to prioritize mental health
Miss USA Noelia Voigt said she's stepping down and relinquishing her crown.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Rep. Nehls responds to report that military record contradicts medal claims
There is no question that Nehls served overseas and engaged in combat, but military documents show he received one Bronze Star instead of two.
Man arrested after allegedly trying to shoot pastor during sermon
A man was also found shot to death inside the home where the man who pulled the gun during the service.
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Tornadoes spotted in Oklahoma as dangerous storms move across Great Plains
Tornadoes touched down Monday evening in rural Oklahoma as large hail pelted parts of Kansas.
Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
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White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
Some students want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's what that means.
College protesters are demanding divestment as a way to deliver change, although its effectiveness isn't clear cut.
Equinox's new fitness program aims to extend your life — for $40,000
A new membership from luxury fitness chain Equinox includes a battery of tests normally reserved for professional athletes.
Condé Nast union reaches labor agreement, won't picket Met Gala
Condé Nast employees were set to walk off the job only hours before the Met Gala, chaired by company editorial director Anna Wintour.
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Jury in Trump trial gets inside look into Michael Cohen payments
Prosecutors are continuing to call witnesses in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York, where jurors heard from a former Trump Organization executive.
Social Security projected to cut benefits in 2035 barring a fix
Without a major change, Social Security may be forced to cut benefits in 2035, a year later than previously forecast.
U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Gov. Kristi Noem faces questions about false claim she met Kim Jong Un
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem would not answer a question about whether the meeting with the North Korean leader actually occurred.
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White-coated candy recalled nationwide over salmonella risk
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
Are you protecting yourself from skin cancer with these steps?
A survey from the American Academy of Dermatology finds more than one-third of adults reported getting a sunburn last year — the highest number since 2020.
Planters nuts sold in 5 states recalled due to listeria fears
Hormel Foods says potentially contaminated products were shipped to Publix and Dollar Tree distribution warehouses.
Steward Health Care files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Steward Health Care, the struggling hospital group that owns hospitals in Massachusetts, Texas, Florida and other states, announced Monday that it is filing for bankruptcy.
CDC says bird flu viruses "pose pandemic potential," cites major knowledge gaps
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
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U.S. soldier is detained in Russia, officials confirm
A U.S. soldier has been detained in Russia, officials confirmed.
Hamas says it approves of cease-fire plan, but Israel says it has "gaps"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Afghan diplomat accused of smuggling gold into India resigns
Zakia Wardak, Afghanistan's top diplomat in India, announced her resignation after reportedly being stopped at an airport with the gold cache.
Russia plans tactical nuclear weapons drills near Ukraine border
Claiming a "new round of escalation" from NATO amid the war in Ukraine, Russia plans drills simulating the use of battlefield nuclear weapons.
Massive rescue effort as floods inundate southern Brazilian metropolis
Historic flooding has left the wealthy Brazilian city of Porto Alegre underwater, with more than 80 people dead and many awaiting rescue.
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Watch the Met Gala red carpet arrivals and see every 2024 look
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Miss USA suddenly resigns, urges people to prioritize mental health
Miss USA Noelia Voigt said she's stepping down and relinquishing her crown.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef, explained
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
Tom Selleck talks 6 decades in Hollywood
From "Magnum, P.I." to "Blue Bloods," Tom Selleck has become a staple of American television and film. In his latest memoir, "You Never Know," Selleck shares insights from his journey in Hollywood and beyond.
Cedric the Entertainer on "The Neighborhood"
Cedric the Entertainer gives an exclusive first look at tonight's season six finale of "The Neighborhood."
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Students use "Sidechat" app for protests
Sidechat, an app launched in 2022 where students can post anonymously about their colleges, is becoming a tool for those choosing to protest at U.S. campuses. Amanda Silberling, a senior culture writer for TechCrunch, joins CBS News with more details on the app.
Microsoft expanding biometric passkey access
Microsoft users can now use biometric passkeys, like a thumbprint or Face ID, to sign into Microsoft 365, Copilot. Jon Fingas, senior editor at Techopedia, has more.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
What is Sidechat? The controversial messaging app, explained
Sidechat, an anonymous messaging app, has been used by students to share opinions and updates, but university administrators say it has also fueled hateful rhetoric.
New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia
Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.
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Countdown is on for historic Boeing launch
Boeing's Starliner was set to make its maiden voyage to the International Space Station, with its first piloted launch Monday night. But the launch, already pushed back following years of delays, was scrubbed with less than two hours to go before liftoff. Mark Strassmanm reports.
Hammerhead flatworm sightings in Canada
Reported sightings of giant, toxic, invasive hammerhead flatworms are on the rise in parts of southeastern Canada. Experts say the worms can grow up to 3 feet long and pose a risk to children, pets and other small animals. Peter Ducey, PH.D. and distinguished teaching professor at SUNY Cortland, joins CBS News to discuss the worm.
Ingenuity, NASA's "little 'copter that could" (and did!)
When NASA added a tiny four-pound helicopter as a stowaway to its Mars 2020 lander, it expected the helicopter to fly five very brief flights in the thin Martian atmosphere. Yet, Ingenuity would far surpass all expectations.
Ingenuity: NASA's remarkable Martian helicopter
When NASA added a drone named Ingenuity to its Mars 2020 rover Perseverance, it expected the tiny four-pound helicopter to fly a total of five very brief missions in the thin Martian atmosphere. But Ingenuity far surpassed all expectations, flying dozens of flights before suffering damage to its rotors in January. Correspondent David Pogue reports on how the tiny drone, created from off-the-shelf parts, continued to provide valuable data and images from the Red Planet three years into its mission.
Bumblebee nests are under attack – and it's killing their babies
There's a newly-determined "major factor" in declining bumblebee populations – and it's attacking their nests.
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Man sitting along highway confesses to woman's 2016 murder
A man has confessed to killing a woman at her apartment near Oklahoma City in 2016. He is being held on a first-degree murder charge.
Abducted baby found alive after 2 women killed, girl injured in New Mexico
Police identified the victims as Samantha Cisneros and Taryn Allen and said a 5-year-old girl was injured with a gunshot wound.
Man accused of trying to shoot pastor during sermon at Pennsylvania church
A church service in North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was upended Sunday when a man pulled a gun on the pastor in the middle of his sermon.
Bodies of missing surfers found with bullet wounds, Mexican officials say
Officials confirmed the bodies found in a well last week in Mexico belonged to three missing surfers and that they each had bullet wounds.
Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
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What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.
Planned crewed launch of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft scrubbed
The planned crewed launch of Boeing's long-delayed Starliner crew ferry ship was called off with less than two hours to go before liftoff.
Boeing to launch Starliner
After years of delays, Boeing is set to launch its Starliner spacecraft with a crew for the first time Monday. The test flight will carry two astronauts to the International Space Station.
When and where you can see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower peak
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower will peak overnight on Sunday into Monday, according to NASA.
Boeing preps Starliner crew ferry ship for first piloted test flight
Two veteran astronauts will put the Starliner through its paces in the ship's first piloted flight to orbit.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Breaking down the latest presidential polls
Key battleground states across the country are essentially even, according to a recent CBS News poll. Executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto examines the numbers. Then, journalists Jasmine Wright and Daniella Diaz join with analysis.
John Dickerson on the politics of lying
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is in trouble for telling the truth about what she did to her dog and lying about what she didn't do on the world stage. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson explains.
Celebrities walk 2024 Met Gala red carpet
The 2024 Met Gala is underway with celebrities arriving for the red carpet. CBS News New York reporter Ali Bauman has more from outside the Met.
Hamas says it accepts cease-fire proposal
Hamas said Monday it had accepted a proposed cease-fire deal with Israel presented by Egypt and Qatar. Earlier in the day, President Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about efforts to secure a hostage deal and had lunch with King Abdullah of Jordan. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
What to know about Boeing's Starliner launch
Boeing's Starliner space capsule is set for a historic launch Monday night. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood looks at the long-awaited mission into orbit, and what it could mean for the future of space travel.