Judge permanently blocks release of Jack Smith's report on Trump documents case
A federal judge on Monday permanently blocked the Justice Department from releasing former special counsel Jack Smith's report on the classified documents investigation.
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Trump appeals criminal conviction in "hush money" case
President Trump's lawyers filed their long-promised appeal of the Manhattan "hush money" criminal case that led to his felony conviction.
Appeals court upholds $83 million judgment against Trump in Carroll case
A jury's conclusion that President Trump should pay E. Jean Carroll more than $83 million in damages for defamation was "fair and reasonable," a federal appeals panel ruled.
New York AG appeals ruling that erased penalty in Trump civil fraud case
New York's attorney general is appealing the ruling that slashed President Trump's half-billion-dollar penalty in his civil fraud case.
Jack Smith lawyers say basis of ethics probe against him is "imaginary"
An ethics probe has been launched into Jack Smith's handling of two investigations of Donald Trump before the 2024 election.
New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
Court dismisses case against Trump's co-defendants in documents probe
A federal appeals court granted the Justice Department's request to drop the case against two of President Trump's co-defendants in the Mar-a-Lago documents probe.
Trump Justice Dept. fires employees tied to Jack Smith probes
About a dozen Justice Department employees who worked for former special counsel Jack Smith on his investigation of Donald Trump are being fired.
Judgment in Trump fraud case stands at $502 million before inauguration
President-elect Donald Trump will likely owe the state of New York about half a billion dollars when he's sworn in as president.
Special counsel's final report says Trump would have been convicted
The fast-moving legal battle over the release of special counsel Jack Smith's final report played out days before Trump's second-term inauguration.
Trump sentenced in felony "hush money" case, released with no restrictions
Trump was found guilty in May of 34 felonies for authorizing a scheme in 2017 to falsify records in order to cover up reimbursements for a "hush money" payment.
A timeline of Trump's "hush money" trial from inside court
President-elect Donald Trump has been sentenced in his New York "hush money" trial. Here's what happened with the case.
Listen to Trump's sentencing in New York "hush money" case here
President-elect Donald Trump received a sentence of unconditional discharge in a New York court for his conviction in the "hush money" case.
Supreme Court won't stop Trump sentencing in "hush money" criminal case
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
Special counsel's Trump report should be partially released, DOJ says
The Justice Department told a federal appeals court that the portion of special counsel Jack Smith's report on his investigation involving the 2020 election should be released to the public.
Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
Trump seeks Supreme Court's intervention in "hush money" case
Trump's lawyers argued that the justices should step in and pause his sentencing "to prevent grave injustice and harm to the institution of the presidency."
Appeals court refuses to pause Trump's sentencing in New York "hush money" case
President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced Friday in the New York "hush money" case.
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
Appeals court rejects Trump's challenge of sexual abuse verdict in Carroll case
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
New York judge rejects Trump presidential immunity claim in "hush money" case
Trump's lawyers said his conviction in state court should not stand because he was elected president after his conviction.
Georgia judge denies former Trump lawyer's motion to overturn guilty plea
Former Trump campaign campaign lawyer Kenneth Chesebro tried to have his guilty plea in the Fulton County election interference case invalidated.
Trump attorneys criticize prosecutors' "novel" alternative in New York case
Prosecutors and President-elect Donald Trump's lawyers continue to argue over how a judge should move forward in a case in which Trump has been convicted, but not sentenced.
Trump cites Hunter Biden pardon in motion to dismiss New York criminal case
Donald Trump's attorneys mentioned Hunter Biden in a filing arguing the New York criminal case against the president-elect should be dismissed.
Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
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Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
Lutnick set to testify in House committee's Epstein probe today
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is scheduled to be questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Republican Derek Merrin projected to win Ohio's 9th District primary
Derek Merrin won the GOP primary in Ohio's 9th Congressional District on Tuesday, setting up a rematch against longtime Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur in what's expected to be one of the most contested House races of the year.
3 killed in U.S. strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific, Pentagon says
The attack came a day after U.S. forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people.
Trump largely succeeds in upending Indiana state Senate over redistricting
President Trump had backed challengers to Indiana state senators who voted against his redistricting plan — and on Tuesday, most of them won.
Vivek Ramaswamy projected to win Ohio GOP nomination for governor
Vivek Ramswamy will face Democrat Amy Acton, a former Ohio Department of Public Health director, in November.
Ohio Senate race set between Jon Husted, Sherrod Brown
CBS News projected that former Sen. Sherrod Brown won the Democratic primary, while incumbent Sen. Jon Husted ran unopposed.
Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
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Homan: "Things weren't perfect" in Minneapolis, but ICE not backing down
Border czar Tom Homan conceded "things weren't perfect" during the crackdown in Minneapolis, but stressed that the administration is not backing down from its mass deportation effort.
Accused correspondents' dinner shooter charged with assaulting a federal officer
Accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen was indicted Tuesday on four charges, including a new charge of assaulting a federal officer.
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Activist who protested outside Stephen Miller's home won't face state charges
Local activist Barbara Wien will not be criminally charged for doxxing top White House aide Stephen Miller, according to a court filing.
Amid attacks by Trump, Justice Gorsuch says "my loyalty is to the Constitution"
President Trump has attacked Justices Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett for voting to strike down his most sweeping tariffs.
Hegseth says "ceasefire is not over" after Strait of Hormuz exchange of fire
Iranian vessels fired on U.S. ships guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in the U.S. sinking several small Iranian boats.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
From Truth Social to court: Groups challenging Trump get help from his posts
Judges in more than a dozen cases have cited social media posts by President Trump and members of his administration in decisions against the government.
What to know about Tuesday's primaries in Ohio and Indiana
Voters headed to the polls on Tuesday in Ohio and Indiana — in the Buckeye State, they cast ballots in Senate, House and governor's primary races, while Hoosiers are weighing in on House and state races.
Education Dept. probing all-women's Smith College for admitting trans women
The U.S. Department of Education says it's opened an investigation into Smith College, an all-women's institution in Massachusetts, for admitting transgender women.
Latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in Caribbean, military says
The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people, as the number of recent strikes continues to ramp up.
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Ted Turner, media tycoon who founded CNN, dies at age 87
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
Lutnick set to testify in House committee's Epstein probe today
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is scheduled to be questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
Manhunt on for retired special forces soldier accused of shooting wife
Authorities say Craig Berry, a retired special forces soldier, shot his wife and then fled into the woods in northern Tennessee.
To avoid risk of mines, Navy directs ships on path farther from Iran
The U.S. warns that transiting the normal route could be "extremely hazardous" because of mines laid in the Strait of Hormuz by Iran.
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Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
EEOC sues New York Times, alleging bias against White male worker
Employment watchdog accuses the New York Times of violating federal law by passing over a White male journalist for a job.
Meta trained its AI on copyrighted work, new lawsuit alleges
The lawsuit claims that Meta's Llama is generating summaries — and, in some cases, verbatim copies — of original works.
Delta ending food and beverage service on shorter flights
Routes that are under a certain distance will no longer offer food and beverage service, the airline said.
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Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
Lutnick set to testify in House committee's Epstein probe today
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick is scheduled to be questioned Wednesday before the House Oversight Committee as part of its investigation related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
Republican Derek Merrin projected to win Ohio's 9th District primary
Derek Merrin won the GOP primary in Ohio's 9th Congressional District on Tuesday, setting up a rematch against longtime Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur in what's expected to be one of the most contested House races of the year.
3 killed in U.S. strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific, Pentagon says
The attack came a day after U.S. forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people.
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3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
Fruit-flavored e-cigarettes for adults OK'd by FDA in major shift under Trump
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
What we know about cruise hantavirus outbreak
A rare form of hantavirus is believed to have spread person-to-person on board a cruise ship. Three people are dead, four more are ill and nearly 150 others are stranded aboard the ship, where they will stay potentially for months until they are cleared to leave. Tom Hanson has more.
How hantavirus may have spread aboard a cruise ship
A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed four people and infected at least four others, officials said.
UnitedHealthcare to cut prior authorization for 30% of treatments
The largest U.S. health insurer said it will eliminate approval requirements for some treatments, including select outpatient surgeries and other procedures.
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3 evacuated from hantavirus cruise as Spain says it will dock in Tenerife
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
13-year-old student kills 2 women at school in Brazil
A 13-year-old student admitted carrying out the attack at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, officials said.
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Trump threatens Iran strikes, says it's too soon for new direct talks
Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, but says it's too soon for direct talks after reporting diplomatic progress.
3 killed in U.S. strike on suspected drug boat in eastern Pacific, Pentagon says
The attack came a day after U.S. forces struck an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean Sea, killing two people.
Trump pauses Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz to see if Iran deal can be struck
President Trump said Tuesday he has paused Project Freedom, a U.S. effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Anthony Mason launches YouTube show
CBS News' Anthony Mason is launching a new YouTube show called "Alchemy with Anthony Mason." It's a long-form interview program celebrating artists and the creative process.
Obama tells Colbert what he worries about in today's politics
In an interview on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," former President Barack Obama had some pointed words about the power of the executive branch.
Nathan Lane on fulfilling lifelong dream
Actor Nathan Lane, who stars in the play "Death of a Salesman," was nominated for his seventh Tony Award. He spoke to "CBS Mornings" about why it was a lifelong dream for him to star in the play and his personal connection to his character.
Tony Awards nominations breakdown
"The Lost Boys," starring Shoshana Bean, leads this year's Tony nominations along with "Schmigadoon!" Both opened just weeks ago, and each cinched 12 nods. CBS News New York reporter Dave Carlin has more about the nominees.
Douglas Stuart reads "John of John" excerpt
Oprah Winfrey selected "John of John" by award-winning author Douglas Stuart, known for "Shuggie Bain," as her latest book club pick. Watch the author, Douglas Stuart, read an excerpt from his novel that Winfrey calls " a complex and compelling tale that ultimately showcases the transformational power of love."
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Employers are demanding AI skills. What's the best way to learn them?
Career experts say workers and job seekers should take charge of their own AI education. Here's how to get started.
OpenAI co-founder's diary surfaces in Musk trial
The high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI now involves testimony about a co-founder's personal diary. Vanity Fair contributor Tom Dotan joins to discuss.
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.
Coinbase to lay off 700 workers as crypto company embraces AI
"This is a new way of working, and we need to leverage AI across every facet of our jobs," CEO Brian Armstrong said in a letter to employees.
Pennsylvania suing Character AI, claims chatbot posed as medical professional
A Character AI chatbot falsely claimed to be a licensed psychiatrist in Pennsylvania and provided an invalid license number, the state alleged.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
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Driver accused of chasing child on sidewalk
A woman in Washington state is accused of trying to run over a child on an e-bike. Police say she later attempted to break into a home. The child was not harmed in the incident and the woman is now facing felony charges.
New development in Lynette Hooker case
Authorities are looking for the owners of a sailboat as they continue to investigate the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, the American who went missing in the Bahamas while sailing last month. Cristian Benavides reports.
13-year-old student kills 2 women at school in Brazil
A 13-year-old student admitted carrying out the attack at the public school Instituto Sao Jose in Rio Branco, officials said.
Antisemitic graffiti found across NYC
An investigation is underway in New York City after multiple locations were vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. CBS News' Jared Ochacher reports from Queens.
Manhunt underway for former soldier
In northern Tennessee, a retired Special Forces soldier is accused of shooting his wife and then using his training to disappear into the woods. Nicole Valdes reports.
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Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
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Trump's timeline for ending Iran war shifts
President Trump's remarks on the timeline of the Iran war have shifted since the conflict began. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Anthony Mason launches YouTube show
CBS News' Anthony Mason is launching a new YouTube show called "Alchemy with Anthony Mason." It's a long-form interview program celebrating artists and the creative process.
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Coast Guard seeks information on Hooker case
A memo obtained by CBS News reveals the Coast Guard is seeking more information on Lynette Hooker's disappearance in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides reports.
Trump pauses operation in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump announced a pause in the operations to guide shipping vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress in a potential deal with Iran. CBS News' Holly Williams reports, and retired U.S. Navy Adm. Robert Murrett joins with more.