President Trump delivers blueprint for America in inauguration speech
Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett takes a look at the great experiment undertaken by the American people
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D.C. hotel, global deals complicate start of Trump's presidency
The lease for Trump's hotel specifies that no elected officials in the U.S. government can hold it
World leaders react to Donald Trump's inauguration
Amid the congratulations, some world leaders express trepidation; "prepare for a rough ride," said one German leader
John Dickerson on Trump's combative address
The address was "straight out of Donald Trump's campaign," said Dickerson; "he offered unity, but only on his terms"
Amid historically low approval ratings, Trump now has to turn vision into policy
Within hours of being sworn in, the new presient got down to business with congressional leaders signing nominations for his Cabinet picks
Lawmakers react to Trump's inauguration
Maryland Rep. Elijah Cummings said “I was hoping he would say more to bring the country together”
White House's LGBT rights web page just disappeared
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President Trump's inauguration crowd was smaller than Obama's
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Did Trump channel a Batman villain in his inauguration speech?
Twitter users noted that, for a moment, the new president's speech sounded like one from "The Dark Knight Returns"
Obama speaks to staff before departing D.C.
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Transcript of Trump inauguration speech: Full text
The president delivered a 16-minute speech, saying, "from this moment on, it's going to be America First"
Voices Across America: #dearpresidenttrump
Everyday Americans share messages to the 45th president
Donald Trump's inauguration: Schedule of the day
Trump will be sworn in as president on Friday, Jan. 20
Inauguration protests
As supporters celebrate the inauguration of President Donald Trump, Democrats, civil rights groups, celebrities, and more are taking to the streets in nationwide protest
Massive security force mobilized for Trump's inauguration
The Secret Service has gamed out numerous scenarios for protecting the new president, from an active shooter to a weaponized drone
Women with contrasting political opinions prepare for Trump's inauguration
Hundreds of thousands are expected to pour into Washington, D.C., for a weekend of events; many are women, with contrasting feelings on President-elect Donald Trump
Spicer defends lack of racial diversity in Trump's Cabinet
The incoming White House press secretary told Scott Pelley the picks were not about the color of their skin
Eric Trump: Ivana Trump to attend inauguration
"My mom will be there front and center"
Commentary: Bob Schieffer looks back at the Obama years
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Trump arrives in D.C. ahead of Inauguration Day
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North Carolina voters who backed Trump hope for jobs
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What to expect in Trump's first speech as President
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Pence dismisses Trump's low approval ratings
The vice president-elect told Charlie Rose that polls were wrong in the election, so he's skeptical of the results
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Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
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Trump to sign executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order Friday that quadruples the amount of beef imported into the U.S. from Argentina.
Iran says negotiations with U.S. to continue, but warns of mistrust
After a round of indirect talks with Trump's envoys in Oman, Iran's top diplomat says the country will keep negotiating, but stresses a lack of trust.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
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A pioneering Cold War-era spy plane sits at the entrance to CIA headquarters, prompting a painstaking effort to preserve an aircraft that once flew 80,000 feet above Soviet missile sites.
Suspect in 2012 Benghazi attack arrested and brought to the U.S.
The FBI has arrested "one of the key participants" behind the attack on U.S. facilities in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012 that killed four Americans.
What is the SAVE America Act? What to know about the GOP elections bill
A new push to pass a GOP elections bill known as the SAVE America Act is underway in Congress, but Democrats warn the proposal could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters.
U.S. forces strike alleged drug boat in Pacific, second since Maduro's capture
The U.S. military struck an alleged drug-carrying boat in the Pacific on Thursday, marking the 38th vessel to be struck over the last five months and the second this year.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Frustrations from judge, prosecutor in Minnesota boil over amid Trump's ICE surge
U.S. District Judge Jerry Blackwell admonished the Trump administration for what he said was a failure to comply with judicial orders, warning it is "not above the law."
Poll: Fewer feel prices rising, but most see a gap between richest, middle class
Poll on the economy and opportunity finds fewer feel prices rising, while most see a gap between the richest and the middle class.
"Tsunami" of immigration cases strains U.S. Attorney's offices across America
As immigration sweeps expand nationwide, the work of justifying detentions is overwhelming federal prosecutors, who are being forced to sideline a range of other cases in order to keep pace.
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Maryland man faces attempted murder charges for targeting OMB director
Colin Demarco was arrested in January, months after he was seen in a Ring camera image at Vought's door, wearing a surgical mask and gloves.
Who entered Epstein's jail tier the night of his death? Files raise new questions.
Newly released documents from the Epstein files raise more questions about activity seen on video from the jail the night he died.
Spokesperson says both Trump and Bondi asked Gabbard to be at FBI search
President Trump told NBC News he didn't know why Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard was at the search of the Georgia county's elections office.
U.S. and Russia agree to resume military-to-military communication
The U.S. on Thursday announced the resumption of dialogue with Russia's military, which had been suspended since 2021.
Republicans pan Democrats' demands for ICE reform as DHS funding cliff nears
Senate Republicans criticized Democrats' list of demands to rein in ICE, further reducing the odds of reaching a deal on DHS funding.
Minnesota activist arrested and charged with threatening ICE agents
Prosecutors allege that Kyle Wagner, 37, shared social media posts threatening ICE agents.
Trump "deploying all resources" to get Savannah Guthrie's mom home
President Trump said he is directing all federal law enforcement to be at the "complete disposal" of Savannah Guthrie's family as the search continues for her mother, Nancy Guthrie.
Trump to give Medal of Honor to pilot who secretly faced off with Soviet jets
President Trump is awarding the Medal of Honor to a pilot whose faceoff with Soviet fighter jets remained secret for a half-century and a soldier who died in Afghanistan while shielding somebody from a suicide bomber.
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Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
The Democratic-led push to redraw Virginia's congressional districts comes after a nationwide feud has led to the redrawing of maps around the country.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges
Actor Timothy Busfield has been indicted on four counts of criminal sexual contact of a child, officials said Friday.
Trump to sign executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
President Trump is expected to sign an executive order Friday that quadruples the amount of beef imported into the U.S. from Argentina.
Elizabeth Smart's father says Nancy Guthrie disappearance is "so surreal"
Ed Smart, the father of Elizabeth Smart, spoke to "CBS Mornings" about the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie and gave advice to the missing mother's family.
How much does a ticket to this year's Super Bowl cost?
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Trump to sign executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
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How much does a ticket to this year's Super Bowl cost?
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Trump Accounts to get their own Super Bowl ad. Here's a preview.
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Poll: Fewer feel prices rising, but most see a gap between richest, middle class
Poll on the economy and opportunity finds fewer feel prices rising, while most see a gap between the richest and the middle class.
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Redistricting aimed at helping GOP in midterms could cost them in Virginia
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Trump to sign executive order quadrupling beef imports from Argentina
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Iran says negotiations with U.S. to continue, but warns of mistrust
After a round of indirect talks with Trump's envoys in Oman, Iran's top diplomat says the country will keep negotiating, but stresses a lack of trust.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
When health insurance costs more than the mortgage
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5 ways to find affordable care without health insurance
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in the coming months and years, but doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
Extended Interview: Mel Robbins
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Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
How the Olympics' Parade of Nations country order works
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See the best Olympic opening ceremony outfits of the 2026 Winter Games
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Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
Iran says negotiations with U.S. to continue, but warns of mistrust
After a round of indirect talks with Trump's envoys in Oman, Iran's top diplomat says the country will keep negotiating, but stresses a lack of trust.
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Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
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Bad Bunny hints at halftime show surprises
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Bad Bunny set for historic halftime show
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How an accidental "crying horse" became a viral Lunar New Year trend
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Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
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How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
iPhone flip to reportedly launch
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
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Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
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Probe continues in Guthrie disappearance
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Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, yelled out in court after a judge set his New York trial start date for June 8, before the federal trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the details.
Actor Timothy Busfield indicted on child sex abuse charges
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Luigi Mangione has outburst in court as judge sets June state trial date
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Mob-linked murder plot leads to arrest of Toronto police officers
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
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Work on the Gateway Tunnel Project, the $16 billion plan intended to create a new set of rail tunnels under the Hudson River connecting New York and New Jersey, began to wind down after the Trump administration froze federal funds in October. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the details.
Probe continues in Guthrie disappearance
Investigators are combing through all the tips they've received in the disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy, as the search for the 84-year-old stretches to its sixth day. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has more from Tucson, Arizona.
Racist video shared by Trump deleted
A racist video shared on President Trump's Truth Social that depicted the Obamas as apes was taken down on Friday. A White HOuse official said staffer "erroneously made the post." CBS News' Aaron Navarro has the latest.
Mangione yells out after NY trial date set
Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, yelled out in court after a judge set his New York trial start date for June 8, before the federal trial. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the details.
DOJ says arrest in 2012 Benghazi attack
A suspect who was allegedly one of the key participants in the 2012 attack at a U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya, was arrested and brought to the U.S., Attorney General Pam Bondi announced Friday. CBS News' Charlie D'Dagata talks about the announcement and reporting on the 2012 attack.