Tax deal scrutiny unnerves Trump affiliates
Several businesses with ties to President Trump are distancing themselves from a controversial tax settlement involving the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the scoop.
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What are the limits of Trump's IRS deal?
The IRS is permanently blocked from pursuing claims against President Trump and his family members following a lawsuit settlement. Senate Democrats are now asking 11 organizations with ties to the Trumps to explain whether they are included in the deal. Bradley Blackburn has more.
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Senate Democrats push Trump-affiliated companies for answers about IRS settlement
Democratic Sens. Elizabeth Warren, Chuck Schumer and Ron Wyden are probing whether companies affiliated with the Trump family are included in a DOJ deal to resolve a lawsuit brought by President Trump.
Trump Organization announces mobile phone service and a $499 gold phone
The Trump Organization said its $47.45 monthly service will includes unlimited calls, text and data. It's also rolling out a $499 mobile phone.
New book looks at Trump's business career
Former President Donald Trump had more than a dozen seasons of "The Apprentice" to cast himself as a businessman and a dealmaker, but a new book is claiming that is all a lie. Russ Buettner, New York Times investigative reporter and author of "Lucky Loser," joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Trump faces 10th gag order violation
Judge Juan Merchan found former President Donald Trump in contempt of court Monday for violating a gag order for the 10th time. CBS News campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman breaks down the proceedings.
Trump's "hush money" case gets new trial date
A criminal case against former President Donald Trump stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels will begin on April 15. Trump spoke after the Monday hearing where a New York judge rejected the former president's bid to delay the trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and Jessica Levinson have more.
What a reduced bond means for Trump's assets
An appeals court on Monday reduced the amount of money former President Donald Trump needs to put forward if he wants to fight the ruling in his New York civil fraud trial. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson explains the significance of the decision.
Trump "hush money" trial set for April 15
On Monday, a New York appeals court slashed the bond in former President Donald Trump's civil fraud case to $175 million. In his "hush money" case, a judge scheduled an April 15 trial date, rejecting Trump's attempt for a further delay. CBS News' Robert Costa and Major Garrett join to unpack the latest developments.
Biden kicks off Western campaign swing
President Biden went West on Tuesday, taking a campaign swing through Nevada and Arizona. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump cast his ballot in the Florida Republican presidential primary. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Robert Costa are following both campaigns.
Trump struggling to secure bond in fraud case
Lawyers for former President Donald Trump say it's a "practical impossibility" he will be able to post the $464 million bond needed to pause the ruling in his New York civil fraud case. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more on Trump's money woes.
Fallout over Trump's "bloodbath" remark
Former President Donald Trump is facing criticism for controversial comments he made at a campaign rally over the weekend. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Jake Rosen join with analysis.
Trump appeals $454 million ruling in New York fraud case
Former President Donald Trump on Monday officially began the process of appealing the historic $454 million judgment against him.
Trump's civil fraud judgment is officially over $450 million, and climbing
The amount former President Donald Trump owes in his New York civil fraud case is $454,156,783 — plus $111,983 of post-judgment interest accruing each day.
Trump's civil fraud trial puts his finances in the spotlight. Here's what to know.
Former President Donald Trump, sons Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump, and the Trump Organization were dealt severe penalties in a civil case alleging widespread fraud.
What's next in Trump's legal battles
Rikki Klieman, a CBS News legal analyst, examines the fraud ruling against former President Donald Trump and the Trump Organization, and what's next on the legal front for the former president.
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.
Judge orders Trump and company to pay $354 million, plus interest, in fraud case
The judge's ruling bars former President Donald Trump from conducting business in New York for three years. Trump has vowed to appeal.
Read the full decision in Trump's New York civil fraud case
The judge's ruling orders former President Donald Trump and his company to pay $354 million in fines, plus almost $100 million in interest, and restricts Trump's business activities in the state.
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.
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There are more trucks on U.S. highways. But the government is inspecting them less.
A CBS News investigation finds that more than 600 people have died in crashes since 2024 with trucks operated by companies that had never been subjected to a roadside safety inspection.
Patrick Clancy's wife to appear on 60 Minutes
Ross Douthat's interview with Patrick Clancy and Dr. Rachel Danis airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Trump photo shows him viewing "Kennedy Center demolished" document
In court documents filed Wednesday by Rep. Joyce Beatty, a witness said he saw a "forklift run into and hit the pillars" of the building.
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Photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian attacks
The images were sent to CBS News by active service members under condition of anonymity.
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U.N. experts say U.S. may have committed war crimes with 2 Iran strikes
U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.
Princess Diana's brother claims Charles told him, "we'll forget her soon"
The late Prince Diana's brother claims in a new book that King Charles had "contempt" for his ex-wife, telling him she would be forgotten "soon enough."
GOP congresswoman says Trump immigration enforcement has "gone too far"
"The same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed," said Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.
Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says
Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
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Patrick Clancy's wife to appear on 60 Minutes
Ross Douthat's interview with Patrick Clancy and Dr. Rachel Danis airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
GOP congresswoman says Trump immigration enforcement has "gone too far"
"The same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed," said Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.
1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
Trump photo shows him viewing "Kennedy Center demolished" document
In court documents filed Wednesday by Rep. Joyce Beatty, a witness said he saw a "forklift run into and hit the pillars" of the building.
After nitrogen execution blocked, Alabama inmate to die by lethal injection
Alabama is set to execute a man with a chemical injection, months after a judge blocked the state from putting him to death with nitrogen gas.
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1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
Millionaires are everywhere in the U.S., new book says
Getting rich in the U.S. is still possible, but the most common path to wealth doesn't involve working for other people, according to a new book.
OpenAI reveals 6 more incidents of "unexpected or concerning" AI behavior
OpenAI has disclosed six reports of "unexpected or concerning" behavior in artificial intelligence models as the debate on AI safety becomes increasingly heated.
AI doesn't have rights or feelings, Microsoft's AI chief says
Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman said in an essay that trying to develop AI consciousness would be "catastrophic" for humanity.
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023
The Fed increased its benchmark rate by 0.25 percentage points to battle resurgent inflation driven by soaring energy prices.
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GOP congresswoman says Trump immigration enforcement has "gone too far"
"The same Hispanics who helped you get to the White House in 2024 feel betrayed," said Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar.
Trump photo shows him viewing "Kennedy Center demolished" document
In court documents filed Wednesday by Rep. Joyce Beatty, a witness said he saw a "forklift run into and hit the pillars" of the building.
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly just one day after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
Coast Guard and FBI boarded tankers due to cyberattacks. How big is the risk?
U.S. Coast Guard personnel and FBI agents boarded two Texas-bound energy tankers last month after cyberattacks struck the vessels while they were traveling toward the United States, according to U.S. officials.
House passes bill to shield Americans from data center energy costs
The vote comes as lawmakers face increasing pressure to respond to the data center boom driven by the AI race.
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1 in 3 Americans with health insurance have medical debt, survey finds
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
How Olympian Aly Raisman learned to advocate for her own health
In the latest episode of "Healthful," Olympic gold medalist Aly Raisman discusses what she's learned about speaking up for herself and taking care of her body.
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A trusted seal made websites look legit. The weight-loss drug they sold wasn't.
Selling retatrutide commercially is prohibited by federal law. Yet, companies have promoted the drug on social media, thanks in part to being certified by LegitScript.
Outcome of employment lawsuit could promote use of skimpy health plans
A long-running lawsuit challenging what it means to be an employee and therefore have access to work-based health plans is being closely watched by health policy analysts.
Pennsylvania woman dies of measles complications, coroner reports
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
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Princess Diana's brother claims Charles told him, "we'll forget her soon"
The late Prince Diana's brother claims in a new book that King Charles had "contempt" for his ex-wife, telling him she would be forgotten "soon enough."
1,700-year-old fragment of "Odyssey" discovered inside library book
The paper was found inside a collection of early Christian manuscripts purchased by Utrecht University in the mid-20th century.
Possible U.S. war crimes in Iran cited by U.N.-backed experts
Human rights experts commissioned by the U.N.'s top human rights body say they have found "reasonable grounds" to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran.
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U.N. experts say U.S. may have committed war crimes with 2 Iran strikes
U.N.-commissioned rights experts say there are "reasonable grounds" to believe the U.S. committed war crimes with strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians.
9th woman found dead in South Africa, adding to fears of serial killer
South African police say a ninth woman's body has been discovered in an area east of Johannesburg, adding that it could be linked to a series of killings they are investigating.
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Jacob Tremblay on starring in "Unabomber"
Jacob Tremblay, who stars in Netflix's new film, "Unabomber," sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his career, working with Russell Crowe and what it was like to play a young Ted Kaczynski.
Global Citizen founder explains motivations
The 2026 Global Citizen Festival kicks off in New York City's Central Park in late September. Global Citizen co-founder Hugh Evans explains the charity work his organization does.
Sheeran torched over Macklemore tour ousting
Ed Sheeran is facing intense public backlash after rapper Macklemore, who was set to open his upcoming tour dates, was dropped from the production over pro-Palestine comments. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Alex Suskind, news director at online music magazine Pitchfork, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Judge Judy's son takes up the gavel in new show
Judge Judy has been a staple of daytime TV for 30 years, but now televised courts are becoming a family affair with her son, Adam Levy, picking up the gavel and donning the robe for "Adam's Law." Judge Levy joins CBS News to preview the new show.
Ed Sheeran speaks out on Macklemore decision
Ed Sheeran spoke out Tuesday after facing backlash for dropping Macklemore from his tour following the rapper's pro-Palestinian statements onstage. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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AI's impact on warfare and weapons
Amid recent warnings by AI leaders over the risks of rapid tech development, Leigh Kiniry reports on how terrorist groups take advantage of AI.
King Charles warns of AI dangers
Britain's King Charles III hosted a summit with tech leaders about the dangers of artificial intelligence. This comes amid an Anthropic report warning that terror groups have attempted to use Claude to develop weapons. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry reports.
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.
Coast Guard concerned about AI crime
The U.S. is investigating cyberattacks on two energy tankers to determine whether Iran was involved. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has what you need to know.
AI crimes provoke legal questions
A question of criminal liability has been raised after some companies reported AI models carrying out concerning behavior. The Free Press contributor and Yale Law School professor Jed Rubenfeld shares his thoughts. The Free Press is a Paramount publication.
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Humpback whale seen grieving dead calf in rare footage
The footage shows a female humpback whale staying close to the dead calf as it lies motionless on the seafloor, touching it with its head and fin.
Remains of ancient warhorse given honorific burial discovered in Egypt
Archaeologists say they've discovered the remains of a likely ancient Egyptian warhorse given an honorific burial more than 3,000 years ago.
Anthropic CEO says "exponential" growth of AI is a "warning sign"
Artificial intelligence technology is developing at an "exponential" rate, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News, calling the situation a "warning sign" for the industry that requires serious safeguards.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
Paleontologists have identified the first known trackway made by a full-grown Tyrannosaurus rex, and the discovery was made in the North Dakota badlands.
Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
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Evidence discovered in "house of horrors"
Investigators are looking into photo and video evidence that appears to show missing women dead inside a so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more on the case.
Coast Guard concerned about AI crime
The U.S. is investigating cyberattacks on two energy tankers to determine whether Iran was involved. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has what you need to know.
AI crimes provoke legal questions
A question of criminal liability has been raised after some companies reported AI models carrying out concerning behavior. The Free Press contributor and Yale Law School professor Jed Rubenfeld shares his thoughts. The Free Press is a Paramount publication.
I slept in the room where Lizzie Borden's stepmom was killed. Here's what I found.
In 2019, a brave team of "48 Hours producers" traveled to Fall River, Massachusetts, to spend the night in the house where Andrew and Abby Borden were found brutally murdered.
9th woman found dead in South Africa, adding to fears of serial killer
South African police say a ninth woman's body has been discovered in an area east of Johannesburg, adding that it could be linked to a series of killings they are investigating.
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NASA spacecraft discovers moon crater bigger than Roman Colosseum
Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.
NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
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.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Flash floods slam southwest U.S.
Torrential rain slammed the southwestern U.S., causing flash flooding and other dangerous conditions. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Jacob Tremblay on starring in "Unabomber"
Jacob Tremblay, who stars in Netflix's new film, "Unabomber," sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his career, working with Russell Crowe and what it was like to play a young Ted Kaczynski.
Patrick Clancy's wife to appear on 60 Minutes
Ross Douthat sat down with Patrick Clancy and Dr. Rachel Danis just weeks after Lindsay Clancy's murder trial ended without a verdict.
Evidence discovered in "house of horrors"
Investigators are looking into photo and video evidence that appears to show missing women dead inside a so-called "house of horrors" in Philadelphia. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more on the case.
Carney embraces EU associate member plan
The European Union floated the idea of making Canada its first associate member, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney embracing the plan. Plus, a photographer spotted President Trump holding a placard that appeared to say "Kennedy Center Demolished." CBS News' Weijia Jiang has more.