Developer scraps Trump Tower Australia plans, citing Iran war
The Trump Organization says its former Australian construction partner is just distracting from "his own defaults and failures" as he bails on plans for a Trump Tower.
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JD Vance vows White House's crypto support
Vice President JD Vance praised the cryptocurrency industry as the keynote speaker at the Bitcoin 2025 Conference in Las Vegas on Wednesday, and he promised full support for the industry from the White House. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and Axios crypto reporter Brady Dale has more.
Trump aide accused of trying to sell WH jobs
The Trump transition team says it is moving ahead after reviewing allegations that longtime adviser Boris Epshteyn attempted to use his influence over Cabinet picks to make a personal profit. Epshteyn has denied the claims. CBS News investigative reporter Dan Klaidman has the details.
What we know on Trump's transition team
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is reportedly moving quickly to coordinate his second term. The team includes key Trump donors and two of the former president's sons, CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
What it was like inside Trump's MSG rally
Former President Donald Trump held a controversial rally at New York City's Madison Square Garden on Sunday night. The event was marked by racist and crude remarks. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa, who attended the rally, has more on reaction and what Trump's top surrogates are saying.
Trump to debut a crypto exchange Monday. Here's what to know.
Trump, who once called cryptocurrency a "scam," is leaning into the digital currencies, which are popular with young men.
Eric Trump speaks on final night of RNC
During his speech at the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump's son, Eric Trump, spoke about why his father decided to run for president in 2016. Eric Trump denounced the criminal investigations against his father, claiming he's being persecuted.
Donald Trump doesn't have stitches, but a "nice flesh wound," Eric Trump says
"He was millimeters away from having his life expunged ... I'm sure the ear doesn't feel well," Eric Trump told "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
RNC installs Trump's handpicked leaders
GOP officials have voted to install Donald Trump's handpicked chair of the Republican National Committee.
Key takeaways from Trump civil fraud ruling
A New York judge ordered Donald Trump to pay millions of dollars in his civil fraud trial on Friday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports. Then, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Trump fraud verdict includes 3-year ban on running a New York business
Judge's ruling in civil fraud case could make it hard for Trump to continue overseeing his sprawling business empire.
Trump says he'll appeal New York fraud ruling
Former President Donald Trump spoke from Mar-a-Lago Friday night after a New York judge ordered him to pay more than $350 million in his civil fraud case. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman joins with analysis.
Letitia James addresses Trump fraud ruling
New York Attorney General Letitia James spoke Friday after a judge ordered Donald Trump and others to pay more than $360 million following her office's civil fraud case against the former president and his company.
What comes next for Trump after fraud ruling?
Donald Trump and the Trump Organization have been ordered to pay $354 million in the New York civil fraud case. The judge has also banned the former president from conducting business in the state for the next three years. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman joins to discuss what's next in the legal battle.
Trump campaign fundraising off fraud ruling
Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay more than $350 million in his New York civil fraud trial. His co-defendants are being ordered to pay another $10 million, and all have been restricted from conducting business in the state over the next several years. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi joins to break down the political implications of the ruling.
How Trump fraud ruling impacts his business
The largest judgment to date has been issued against Donald Trump. Judge Arthur Engoron has imposed a penalty of more than $350 million against Trump, his adult sons and his corporation in the civil fraud case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins to examine the ruling.
Donald Jr., Eric Trump fined millions
A New York judge has barred Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for two years. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman, Major Garrett and Scott MacFarlane have more.
Breaking down the Trump civil fraud decision
Judge Arthur Engoron on Friday imposed a penalty of $354 million against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons and his corporation in the civil fraud case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates examine the ruling.
Trump fined $354M in New York fraud case
Former President Donald Trump and his company must pay $354 million in fines and is barred from doing business in New York for three years, a judge ruled Friday in the state's civil fraud case. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan anchors a special report.
Potential Trump civil trial punishment
Former President Donald Trump and the other defendants in the New York civil fraud trial brought by the state's attorney general, Letitia James, are facing the possibility of a $370 million fine and a lifetime ban from working in New York real estate, among other sanctions. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa is following the latest in the trial.
Breaking down Trump's comments after court
After three months of former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial in New York, which was brought against him, his sons, his organization and several of its associates, the former president spoke to reporters Thursday after he appeared in court during closing arguments. Trump blamed the civil case, and his other pending legal matters, on President Biden. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down Trump's comments and legal strategy.
Donald Trump speaks in N.Y. civil fraud trial
Former President Donald Trump was allowed to address the court for a few minutes during one of the final stages of his New York civil fraud trial. CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman was in court as Trump spoke.
Trump decides not to testify in civil trial
Former President Donald Trump will not be testifying for the defense in the New York civil fraud trial against him, Eric Trump, Donald Trump Jr., the Trump Organization and some of its executives. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson looks at the former president's decision, as well as the defamation trial against Rudy Giuliani that is getting underway.
Trump attends New York civil trial
Former President Donald Trump made an appearance in a New York courtroom as the civil fraud trial nears an end. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates is attending the trial and reports on Trump's latest comments about the case.
Why Donald Trump Jr. is back on stand
Donald Trump Jr., a defendant in the New York civil trial brought by attorney general Letitia James, was the first witness called by the defense. John Coffee, a law professor and director of the Center of Corporate Governance at Columbia University Law School, joins CBS News as the case enters a new phase.
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Journalist in Iran's Evin Prison pleads for medical help for him, U.S. captives
CBS News has obtained a voice memo recorded by Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who has been detained in Evin Prison for over a year.
Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding, rejects move to ban DOJ fund
The Senate is holding a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
House approves new Ukraine aid as over a dozen Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
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Iran says "no tangible progress" in talks; Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon truce
Iran says there's been no progress in talks with the U.S. after tit-for-tat strikes, as Hezbollah rejects new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Correction officer testifies she was not the orange shape seen near Epstein's cell
A former officer at the correctional facility where Jeffrey Epstein died testified before the House Oversight Committee that she was not the orange shape seen moving up the stairs of Epstein's cell tier the night he died.
FDA launches safety study for abortion pill mifepristone, source says
The Food and Drug Administration has launched a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could pave the way for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Sen. Wyden wants to know why Leon Black paid Epstein $170M for tax planning
Jeffrey Epstein was paid extraordinary sums by billionaire Leon Black, and Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know why.
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Trump's name must come off the Kennedy Center by June 12
There's been no word yet on if the Kennedy Center plans to remain open after July 5. It was to be closed for two years for extensive repairs beginning this summer.
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Coast Guard seizes dinghy Lynette Hooker allegedly "bounced off" in Bahamas
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
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FDA launches safety study for abortion pill mifepristone, source says
The Food and Drug Administration has launched a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could pave the way for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Sheriff nominee who killed daughter's alleged abuser won't face murder charge
A judge has dismissed a murder charge against Aaron Spencer, an Arkansas sheriff nominee who was accused of killing his teenage daughter's alleged abuser in 2024.
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
Correction officer testifies she was not the orange shape seen near Epstein's cell
A former officer at the correctional facility where Jeffrey Epstein died testified before the House Oversight Committee that she was not the orange shape seen moving up the stairs of Epstein's cell tier the night he died.
Pentagon hires man who pleaded guilty in Jan. 6 riot for sensitive civilian job
A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — now works for the Defense Department.
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Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
The U.S. is minting more millionaires than ever. Here's why.
A stock market boom is elevating more Americans into the ranks of the nation's millionaires, a new study finds.
Dow soars nearly 900 points as Wall Street bets on Iran peace deal
Despite flare-ups in Middle East violence, investors remain optimistic that the U.S. and Iran will soon end the war.
Trump announces $700 million investment in coal industry
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
SpaceX plans record stock market debut that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
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FDA launches safety study for abortion pill mifepristone, source says
The Food and Drug Administration has launched a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could pave the way for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Listen to journalist Reza Valizadeh's voice memo from Iran's Evin Prison here
CBS News obtained a brief voice memo from Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who is being detained in Iran's Evin Prison and is pleading for help for him and other American captives.
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Journalist in Iran's Evin Prison pleads for medical help for him, U.S. captives
CBS News has obtained a voice memo recorded by Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who has been detained in Evin Prison for over a year.
House approves new Ukraine aid as over a dozen Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
U.S. sanctions Cuban president as Trump administration puts pressure on its leaders
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, according to a filing on the Treasury Department website.
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FDA launches safety study for abortion pill mifepristone, source says
The Food and Drug Administration has launched a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could pave the way for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
Possible flesh-eating screwworm case in Texas, USDA says
A possible case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm is being investigated in Texas, the USDA reported Wednesday.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Details on promising pancreatic cancer drug
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
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Listen to journalist Reza Valizadeh's voice memo from Iran's Evin Prison here
CBS News obtained a brief voice memo from Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who is being detained in Iran's Evin Prison and is pleading for help for him and other American captives.
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Journalist in Iran's Evin Prison pleads for medical help for him, U.S. captives
CBS News has obtained a voice memo recorded by Iranian American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who has been detained in Evin Prison for over a year.
House approves new Ukraine aid as over a dozen Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
House blocks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's war powers resolution on Lebanon
Democratic leaders came out against the resolution before the vote, saying they favor another one introduced by Tlaib on Wednesday.
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From the archives: "Persepolis" author-filmmaker Marjane Satrapi
Iranian-French cartoonist Marjane Satrapi, who won acclaim for her graphic novel "Persepolis" about growing up in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution, died on June 4, 2026 at age 56. In this April 20, 2008 "Sunday Morning" interview, Satrapi talked with correspondent Serena Altschul about telling her family's story, and about adapting her black-and-white book into an Oscar-nominated animated film voiced by Catherine Deneuve and Chiara Mastroianni.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Stars talk chemistry in "Office Romance"
Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein, stars of "Office Romance," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the new romantic comedy, why Lopez calls herself a "hopeful romantic" and how Goldstein says he wrote the movie with his co-star in mind.
Kane Parsons talks "Backrooms" success
At just 20 years old, director Kane Parsons is making movie history. His film "Backrooms" landed the biggest opening ever for an original horror film and made Parsons the youngest director ever to top the box office. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the film's success, where he drew inspiration from and why he doesn't want to embrace AI.
Jon Hamm talks "Your Friends & Neighbors"
Jon Hamm previews "Your Friends & Neighbors" season 2 finale, saying "it is satisfying" and provides some answers for fans. He also talks about the relatability of the show's characters and reflects on "Mad Men."
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New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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.
ChatGPT user describes AI-fueled delusions
CBS News spoke with five people who say they were led to believe they had developed an emotional connection to an AI chatbot. They are now involved in a digital support group for people who say they experienced AI-fueled delusions or spirals. ChatGPT user Micky Small joins "The Daily Report" to share her experience.
OpenAI CEO meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday to oppose proposals that would require developers to obtain government approval before releasing new artificial intelligence models. Jordan Rae Kelly, former director for cyber incident response on the National Security Council, joins with analysis.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Details on alleged $30 million fraud ring
Federal law enforcement officials on Thursday announced that two Ohio state employees and two co-conspirators were indicted in connection with an alleged $30 million Medicaid billing fraud scheme involving children's behavioral health services that were never rendered. As part of the investigation, 14 vehicles were seized, including a Maserati, a Mercedes, a Bentley and a McLaren, according to a source. CBS News senior Justice Department Sarah Lynch has more.
Deadly shooting at high school graduation
One person was killed, and three others were injured during a high school graduation in Northern California, officials say. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
SCOTUS rules on "skinny label"drugmaker case
The Supreme Court issued a ruling backing a generic drugmaker accused of infringing Amarin Pharma patents for so-called "skinny labels." CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
More on Todd Blanche's law career
Todd Blanche, President Trump's former personal attorney and the current acting attorney general, is expected to be nominated to lead the Justice Department permanently, sources say. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Bolton expected to plead guilty, sources say
President Trump's former national security adviser during his first term, John Bolton, is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information, sources tell CBS News. Contributor Jessica Levinson joins with more insight.
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Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
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Journalist in Iran prison's plea for help
CBS News obtained a voice recording from Iranian-American journalist Reza Valizadeh who is detained inside Iran's notorious Evin Prison. He pleads for medical help for himself and the other Americans there.
Blanche reacts to Trump's expected nomination
President Trump says he will nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to be permanent AG. Blanche took over after Pam Bondi left the administration. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Taurean Small have more details.
Tom Homan speaks on Delaney Hall conditions
White House border czar Tom Homan is defending conditions at Delaney Hall, a controversial ICE detention center in New Jersey. Homan visited the facility last weekend. In his first network interview since that trip, he spoke with CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
Sources: Bolton to plead guilty in docs case
Sources say President Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton is planning to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information. As part of his plea deal, the former Trump ally, who has since become an outspoken critic of the president, agreed to pay over $2 million in fines. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.