Elon Musk spends $277 million to back Trump and Republican candidates
Elon Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican candidates.
Elon Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican candidates.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Rand Paul and Tammy Duckworth join Margaret Brennan.
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
Martin O'Malley and Ken Martin have both jumped in the race for DNC chair, while others are exploring runs.
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.
Even with unified GOP control of government, Trump's agenda and some of his more controversial nominees may run into some opposition.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has accused Donald Trump of repeatedly criticizing him because of his "ethnicity" and Muslim faith, comments likely to renew his long-running feud with Trump.
President Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both promised a "smooth" transition.
President-elect Donald Trump has called the Biden administration's student loan relief efforts a "total catastrophe."
The final count in the House will be 220 Republicans to 215 Democrats.
If Trump selects Rubio as Secretary of State, DeSantis would gain the power to appoint a temporary Senate replacement.
Trump campaign co-chair Susie Wiles will serve as White House chief of staff, the first woman — Republican or Democrat — ever to hold that position.
After voters cast their ballots, their votes are certified by state officials before the electoral college gathers.
There are a few new members-elect of Congress who do not intend to go unnoticed in the 119th Congress.
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Bill Hagerty and Rep. Ro Khanna join Margaret Brennan.
Robert Costa looks at the factors that helped decide the presidential election, including race, gender and class, as well as a global trend of rejecting incumbents following the economic ravages of COVID.
President-elect Donald Trump will meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday after Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the race for U.S. president.
Americans voted to protect abortion access in seven states, but support for those measures outpaced support for Kamala Harris, who made abortion rights central to her campaign.
Here's a list of people President-elect Donald Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.
Republicans' newly won control of the Senate may have buoyed Kennedy's odds of a role in the Trump administration.
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
It's the first time Trump has topped an opponent in the popular vote, and only the second time since 1988 that any Republican has done so.
Donald Trump reiterated he doesn't intend to sell his stock in Trump Media, and called for an investigation into short sellers.
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
The short list for Time's 2024 Person of the Year included Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk and Benjamin Netanyahu.
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
The move comes after Kari Lake lost her Arizona Senate bid to Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego in November.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden highlighted the progress made in the first year of their White House initiative.
President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to his inauguration next month, according to multiple sources.
Russell Taylor, who pleaded guilty to a Jan. 6 conspiracy charge, has asked the court if he can travel to Washington, D.C., to attend Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20.
The House approved the massive $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act on Wednesday, after a controversial provision on gender-affirming care prompted backlash from Democrats.
President-elect Donald Trump announced in November that he intended to name Kash Patel to replace Cristopher Wray as FBI director.
A Democrat-led push to secure a majority on the National Labor Relations Board until 2026 fell short, facing opposition from Republicans and independents.
The secretary of state's testimony comes months after Republicans issued a scathing report on the Biden administration's handling of the exit from Afghanistan.
Rep. Nancy Mace wrote in a social media post that she would need a brace for her wrist and ice for her arm — but that she would be fine.
Andrew Ferguson, who is already one of the FTC's five commissioners, will replace Lina Khan, who became a lightning rod for Wall Street and Silicon Valley.
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday he is nominating Kimberly Guilfoyle to be ambassador to Greece.
"The Task Force found that the tragic and shocking events in Butler, Pennsylvania were preventable and should not have happened," a House task force found.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, the outgoing Republican leader in the Senate, suffered a fall on Capitol Hill on Tuesday and received medical treatment.
Manhattan prosecutors say Donald Trump's election in November shouldn't mean his conviction in May needs to be vacated.
The Justice Department failed to follow internal policy and ignored protections when seeking records from members of Congress, dozens of congressional staffers and members of the media, a watchdog found.
President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently had dinner at Mar-a-Lago.
A group of Senate Democrats is pressing President Biden to work to "protect immigrant families" in the final weeks of his presidency.
A judge has declared a mistrial in the killing of a University of Mississippi student who was prominent in the local LGBTQ+ community.
In some U.S. states, more than 40% of residents report having to cut back on basic necessities to afford their electricity bill, survey finds.
The short list for Time's 2024 Person of the Year included Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk and Benjamin Netanyahu.
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
In some U.S. states, more than 40% of residents report having to cut back on basic necessities to afford their electricity bill, survey finds.
With thieves ever more brazen in stealing deliveries, one company is offering insurance to reimburse consumers.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is now worth more than $400 billion, according to Bloomberg News. Here's how his wealth stacks up.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
Recalled MadeGood granola bars were sold across the U.S. and internationally, according to food maker.
The short list for Time's 2024 Person of the Year included Donald Trump, Kamala Harris, Kate Middleton, Elon Musk and Benjamin Netanyahu.
"These actions represent the largest single-day grant of clemency in modern history," the White House said.
The move comes two weeks after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg traveled to Florida and dined with President-elect Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago.
The move comes after Kari Lake lost her Arizona Senate bid to Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego in November.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden highlighted the progress made in the first year of their White House initiative.
Flash flooding from Hurricane Helene trapped dozens of people on the rooftop of Unicoi County Hospital.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden highlighted the progress made in the first year of their White House initiative.
Recalled MadeGood granola bars were sold across the U.S. and internationally, according to food maker.
Members of the Biden White House celebrated the report but said there's still more work to be done to further reduce overdose deaths.
After drinking the unpasteurized raw milk, the child experienced fever and vomiting, local health officials said.
The judge's murder comes two days after assailants in the Gulf coast state of Veracruz shot to death a federal congressman.
A man identifying himself as Missourian Travis Timmerman tells CBS News he was liberated from a Syrian prison upon dictator Bashar al-Assad's ouster.
The Georgian government's move away from the European Union and closer to Russia is fueling daily protests. Here's why it matters.
A humpback whale crossed multiple oceans for a massive migration that covered more than 8,000 miles, according to a new study.
A shipwreck dating back to the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. was discovered earlier this year off the coast of Sicily, Italian officials said.
Keanu Reeves says voicing Shadow in "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" gave him a special freedom to explore emotions and expression through voice.
Emily Bear, co-creator of "The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical Album," has worked with Beyoncé and co-written songs for "Moana Two." Natalie Morales visits her Los Angeles studio to see her creative process.
Carrie Preston returns for season two of "Elsbeth," a spinoff of "The Good Wife." She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the latest season and having her real-life husband, Michael Emerson, make a guest appearance.
"Sonic the Hedgehog 3" brings back director Jeff Fowler and introduces Keanu Reeves as Shadow, Sonic's powerful and enigmatic rival from the video games. They join "CBS Mornings."
Actors Christian Slater and Patrick Gibson join "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to expect in "Dexter: Original Sin," which takes place 15 years before audiences first met Dexter in the original award-winning series.
Users reported problems accessing many of Meta's social media services, including Facebook, Instagram and Messenger.
Apple rolls out much-awaited Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.2 software update.
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.
Ultrasounds, now routine in monitoring pregnancies, were a groundbreaking addition to prenatal care just over 40 years ago. Today's "Mornings Memory" looks back at their rise.
With many kids asking for their first phone, the Take Two Media Initiative works with families to promote balanced tech use. Teen ambassadors Zora Penn and Gemma Graham join "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about their mission.
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
The judge's murder comes two days after assailants in the Gulf coast state of Veracruz shot to death a federal congressman.
The New York City Police Department said Wednesday that it has forensic evidence that places the suspect at the location where UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot. Lilia Luciano has the latest.
A flood of disinformation and online theories have spread over the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson and the suspect charged in the case, Luigi Mangione. CBS News Confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant has more.
Investigators believe a 2-and-a-half-year-old boy got ahold of a gun belonging to his mother's boyfriend.
The NYPD announced Wednesday that it discovered shell casings and fingerprints that link Luigi Mangione, the suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder, to the crime scene. Law enforcement sources also say Magione wrote that he considered using a bomb in the killing. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest details.
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the delay is partly so that it can address issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield.
Heat shield damage seen during the first Artemis test flight is now understood, NASA says, but more time is needed to implement fixes.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Deputy Pentagon press secretary Sabrina Singh said Wednesday that there's no evidence the drones spotted over New Jersey are coming from a foreign entity and flatly denied that there's an Iranian ship off the coast of the United States launching the drones.
21 human rights groups have condemned FIFA's decision for Saudi Arabia to host the 2034 Men's World Cup, citing the country's human rights record and accusations of "sportswashing." Amb. Gerald M. Feierstein, director of the Arabian Peninsula Affairs Program at the Middle East Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the decision for Saudi Arabia to host.
The Labor Department reported Wednesday that consumer prices rose 2.7% year-over-year in November. The news comes as consumers do their holiday shopping and the Federal Reserve weighs its final rate decision of 2024. CBS News contributor Javier David has more.
Police in New York City say a gun found on suspect Luigi Mangione matches shell casings found at the scene of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano has more.
Senators from across the aisle are sharing their thoughts on Wednesday's announcement from FBI Director Christopher Wray that he'll resign at the end of President Biden's term. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on that and President-elect Donald Trump's Inauguration invitation to China's Xi Jinping.