Michael Bloomberg pledges $100 million to help Biden in Florida
The $100 million injection of cash will be used to turn out voters for Biden in Florida, a Bloomberg spokesperson said.
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Former staffer sues Bloomberg over layoffs
The lawsuit — filed in federal court in NYC — seeks damages for "fraudulent inducement and breach of contract" with thousands of campaign workers, as well as unpaid overtime pay.
Bloomberg gives $2 million to grassroots organization Swing Left
Swing Left will be focusing its efforts on a dozen battleground states in the 2020 elections, CBS News exclusively reports.
Mike Bloomberg has spent $275 million on anti-Trump ads
Bloomberg dropped his presidential bid on March 4.
Bloomberg gives $2 million to register black voters in key states
"I've always believed we need to make it easier for all citizens to register and vote, not harder," Bloomberg said.
How much did Mike Bloomberg spend per delegate? About $18 million
At the time of his departure from the race, after spending $570 million on ads, Bloomberg had amassed just 31 pledged delegates, meaning he had spent about $18 million per delegate earned.
Bloomberg drops out, endorses Biden after Super Tuesday
On Super Tuesday, when voters in 14 states and one U.S. territory went to the polls, Bloomberg won just one contest: the caucuses in American Samoa.
Churchgoers in Selma turn their backs on Bloomberg during service
Bloomberg addressed the congregation at Brown Chapel AME Church in Selma, Alabama, on Sunday.
Sanders and Bloomberg slam Trump over coronavirus
This was the first time Sanders has mentioned coronavirus on the campaign trail. Bloomberg questioned the choice of Pence to lead the response.
Bloomberg unveils TV ad slamming Trump for coronavirus response
The new 30-second ad highlights Bloomberg's managerial experience as mayor of New York City.
8 top moments from the South Carolina Democratic debate
The 10th debate of the presidential primary cycle was the last before the pivotal South Carolina primary Saturday.
Bloomberg's partner on NDAs: "It was a bro culture"
"In none of them was he accused of doing anything, saying something nasty to a woman," Taylor said. "That is not who he is. Life has changed. I grew up in that world. It was a 'bro' culture."
Warren drafts document to release people from NDAs with Bloomberg
During the presidential debate Wednesday, Warren called on Bloomberg to release people from NDAs in a contentious exchange.
Bloomberg trolls Trump with billboards as Trump campaigns in West
Billboards blaring, "Donald Trump cheats at golf" and "Donald Trump eats burnt steak" are going up in Las Vegas and Phoenix during Trump's Western campaign swing.
Bloomberg and NDAs: How these agreements work
Critics say the legal restrictions muzzle employees — and there is recent precedent for freeing them to speak.
Knives out for Bloomberg from the start of Nevada debate
Democratic presidential candidates took aim at Bloomberg's billionaire status and derogatory remarks about women.
1 Mike Bloomberg = 660,000 American households, wealthwise
The billionaire media mogul's vast wealth has fueled his run for president, but it could also become a liability.
Bloomberg prepares for debate in Nevada, anticipating a fight
Mike Bloomberg qualified for the debate in Nevada on Wednesday, ahead of the state's caucuses Saturday. He is not on the ballot in Nevada.
Bloomberg's Wall St. plan to tax stock trades
The one-time Wall Street executive says President Trump has "gutted" safeguards that protect investors.
Bloomberg qualifies for his first presidential debate
The multi-billionaire former New York City mayor made it with his ranking in a new poll. His Democratic rivals say they're eager to take him on face-to-face.
Instagram meme accounts paid to post for Bloomberg campaign
"My granddaughter showed me this account. Your memes are very humorous. Can you post a meme that lets everyone know I'm the cool candidate?" the Democratic candidate's Instagram wrote to a meme account.
Bloomberg endorsed by 3 Congressional Black Caucus members
While campaigning in Tennessee, the former NYC mayor reiterated his apology over comments he made about the controversial police policy.
Houston mayor backs Bloomberg and will aid outreach to black voters
Endorsement by Sylvester Turner comes as Bloomberg campaign deals with newly-surfaced audio from 2015 about controversial police practice while Bloomberg was NYC mayor
Bloomberg defends record on crime after uproar over 2015 stop-and-frisk comments
Bloomberg faces criticism for saying "you can just Xerox" the description of young male minorities "and pass it out to all the cops."
Former Navy secretary ousted by Trump endorses Mike Bloomberg
Richard Spencer was fired as Navy secretary last year over his objection to the president's intervention in the internal review of Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher.
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Biden, in the season of giving, is poised to raise big campaign money this month
While aides and donors declined to share specific figures early Tuesday, the December haul is poised to be "a big number," said one Biden-Harris campaign bundler.
Watch Live: College presidents testify about antisemitism on campuses
College campuses have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
Which four Republicans will be on stage for the fourth presidential debate?
Four candidates have qualified for the fourth Republican presidential debate.
Former top staffer has advice for ex-congressman George Santos
Naysa Woomer, the disgraced Republican's former communications director, advised Santos to own up to all his reported lies.
6 weeks before Iowa caucuses, DeSantis super PAC sees more personnel departures
Another outside group, Fight Right, has been created to handle television ads supporting Gov. Ron DeSantis' presidential bid.
Santos trolls "Bobby" from Jersey in cameo paid for by Fetterman campaign
Sen. John Fetterman has been urging New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez — who has been accused by the government of conspiring to act as an agent for Egypt — to resign.
DeSantis to run Iowa campaign ad featuring former Trump supporters
Gov. Ron DeSantis' third campaign ad comes as he tries to close the double-digit polling gap between him and former President Donald Trump.
Supreme Court hears major case that could upend tax code, doom "wealth tax"
The case before the justices Tuesday could have sweeping implications for the U.S. tax system and derail proposals from some Democrats to create a wealth tax.
Supreme Court wrestles with legal shield for Sacklers in Purdue Pharma bankruptcy
The justices appeared split on whether those who opposed the bankruptcy deal should be prevented from pursuing their own claims against the Sacklers.
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Artificial or real? Here's how to pick a sustainable Christmas tree
Is a real Christmas tree or a fake tree better for the planet? An expert weighs in on your greenest option.
Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
John Mayer opens up about his mission to help veterans with PTSD
John Mayer is on a mission that's about more than his music. In 2019, he launched the non-profit Heart and Armor Foundation with $3 million of his own money,
Watch Live: College presidents testify about antisemitism on campuses
College campuses have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
Patients expected Profemur artificial hips to last. Then they snapped in half.
The FDA and the manufacturer were alerted to Profemur titanium hips breaking inside U.S. patients as of 2005. It took 15 years to recall the devices. Many fractures could have been avoided.
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Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
Fewer employers requiring job seekers to have a college degree
On career sites like ZipRecruiter, less than 15% of jobs list a bachelor's degree as a requirement for employment.
Hackers accessed 23andMe data of millions of users, company says
23andMe launched an investigation in October after a hacker claimed to have access to users' personal information.
The crypto biz is in the dumps. So why is bitcoin suddenly flying high?
Despite the woes of companies like FTX and Binance, bitcoin prices have surged 150% this year to top $40,000. Here's why.
Supreme Court hears major case that could upend tax code, doom "wealth tax"
The case before the justices Tuesday could have sweeping implications for the U.S. tax system and derail proposals from some Democrats to create a wealth tax.
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Biden, in the season of giving, is poised to raise big campaign money this month
While aides and donors declined to share specific figures early Tuesday, the December haul is poised to be "a big number," said one Biden-Harris campaign bundler.
Watch Live: College presidents testify about antisemitism on campuses
College campuses have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
Which four Republicans will be on stage for the fourth presidential debate?
Four candidates have qualified for the fourth Republican presidential debate.
Former top staffer has advice for ex-congressman George Santos
Naysa Woomer, the disgraced Republican's former communications director, advised Santos to own up to all his reported lies.
6 weeks before Iowa caucuses, DeSantis super PAC sees more personnel departures
Another outside group, Fight Right, has been created to handle television ads supporting Gov. Ron DeSantis' presidential bid.
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Patients expected Profemur artificial hips to last. Then they snapped in half.
The FDA and the manufacturer were alerted to Profemur titanium hips breaking inside U.S. patients as of 2005. It took 15 years to recall the devices. Many fractures could have been avoided.
Sushi topper wasabi linked to "substantial" memory boost, study finds
A researcher behind a study of wasabi's effect on cognition says he knew the fiery condiment had health benefits, but "the dramatic change" in memory was a surprise.
Grassroots college networks distribute emergency contraceptives on campus
Peer-to-peer efforts can meet a clear need among students whose colleges may not make sexual health products accessible or affordable.
Gottlieb: likely a "typical winter pathogen season" ahead
Former FDA commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb tells "Face the Nation" that the U.S. is looking at a "more typical winter pathogen season" despite a cluster of unusual pneumonia in Ohio. Gottlieb says the CDC has looked into the cluster and found "it's a known bacteria that is epidemic every three to five years so we've seen epidemics of this in the past."
Eliminating the stigma surrounding suicide
On average, a staggering 132 Americans kill themselves every single day. Experts say addressing this major public health crisis requires ending the shame that can be attached to talking about mental health struggles, which prevents those suffering from finding help.
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Indonesia volcano death toll rises to 22 after 9 more bodies found
Mount Marapi on the island of Sumatra spewed an ash tower 9,800 feet — taller than the volcano itself — into the sky.
Escaped kangaroo punches officer in face before being captured
The kangaroo was on the run for four days before officers found and captured her on Monday near Toronto.
Bodies of 5 university students found stuffed in a car in Mexico
The car and the bodies of the victims were found on the outskirts of the city of Celaya, which has seen a spate of drug cartel violence in recent years.
U.S. promises aid, field hospital in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war expands
The U.S. government says it will help establish a field hospital in Gaza as Israel expands its war against Hamas into the south of the Palestinian territory.
Man follows tracks of tiger that fatally attacked his dog — then it kills him
"The animal regarded this as a threat" and killed the man, who was found dead near the remains of his dog, officials said.
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Grand Theft Auto VI trailer: 7 things we learned from the teaser
Grand Theft Auto is one of the best-selling entertainment franchises of all time, with millions of fans awaiting its next release.
John Mayer opens up about his mission to help veterans with PTSD
John Mayer is on a mission that's about more than his music. In 2019, he launched the non-profit Heart and Armor Foundation with $3 million of his own money,
Amelia Dimoldenberg's awkward charm
Anthony Mason profiles internet sensation and comedian Amelia Dimoldenberg, creator and host of the viral interview series "Chicken Shop Date." She talks about running her own production company and her dream final date as she looks beyond the chicken shop.
Kennedy Center Honors held Sunday
The 2023 Kennedy Center Honors were held Sunday, recognizing Billy Crystal, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb, Queen Latifah and Dionne Warwick. CBS will air the honors Wednesday night. "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell takes a look at this year's highlights.
Allison Williams' new podcast revisits America's first murder trial
The historical true-crime podcast, "Erased," is about the trial of Levi Weeks, who was accused of murdering 22-year-old Elma Sands in 1799.
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Apple releases urgent update to fix iOS 17 security issues
The update patches two vulnerabilities, includes no new features to the operating system.
Spotify slashes 17% of jobs in third round of cuts this year
The popular music streaming service has reportedly eliminated 1,500 roles amid slowing economic growth.
Elon Musk's X platform fueled far-right riots in Ireland, experts say
Elon Musk's X platform has fueled far-right disinformation in Ireland and played a key role in last month's riots in Dublin, experts say.
The race to develop quantum computers
Quantum computing could change civilization as we know it with technology capable of solving complex problems in moments. Henry Yuen, assistant professor of computer science at Columbia University, joined CBS News to discuss what quantum computing is, its potential uses and how close we are to seeing the technology in action.
Automakers turn to subscription fees
Automakers, including General Motors, Ford and BMW, are charging drivers subscription fees to use certain state-of-the-art features, such as remote locking and hands-free cruise control. Carter Evans has details.
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Oil companies make methane reduction pledge
Monday at the COP28 climate summit, the president of Occidental Petroleum, Vicki Hollub, talked about the need for a collaborative effort to reduce emissions. And her peers at least seemingly appear to agree, with 50 oil and gas companies worldwide pledging to reach near-zero methane emissions by 2030. Angela Wilkinson, secretary general of the World Energy Council, joined CBS News to discuss the impact of that goal.
Video shows ship's "lucky" encounter with world's largest iceberg
The sighting came just days after scientists declared the iceberg was "on the move" for the first time in 37 years.
Ancient methane escaping from melting glaciers could warm the planet more
Spiking temperatures in the Arctic are rapidly melting glaciers. Scientists are now worried about underground methane, a potent greenhouse gas, leaking up to the surface.
Cars swept away, Chennai airport flooded as cyclone churns toward India
Videos from Chennai, South India, show cars being carried off and airport workers checking planes in almost knee-deep water as Cyclone Michaung bears down.
Controversy at COP28 climate summit
Dr. Sultan al-Jaber, the president of the COP28 climate summit, is facing backlash after reportedly saying during an online event that "there is no science out there" that phasing out fossil fuels would achieve the climate goals outlined in the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement. Al-Jaber is also the CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
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Bodies of 5 university students found stuffed in a car in Mexico
The car and the bodies of the victims were found on the outskirts of the city of Celaya, which has seen a spate of drug cartel violence in recent years.
Body found in Indiana in 1982 ID'd as Wisconsin woman who vanished
Human remains found in rural Indiana in 1982 have been identified as those of Connie Lorraine Christensen, authorities said.
Examining the first U.S. murder trial
The podcast "Erased: The Murder of Elma Sands" explores the first recorded murder trial in U.S. history. Actress Allison Williams, who is an executive producer of the podcast, and Allison Flom, the podcast's creator and narrator, joined CBS News to discuss the similarities the of the U.S. justice system then and now.
Weapon links L.A. serial killings to robbery
A weapon linked the suspect of an armed robbery in San Dimas to three murders involving people who were experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles County. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston is following the investigation into the shooting cases.
Opening statements at Jonathan Majors trial
Opening statements began in the case against Hollywood star Jonathan Majors, who is accused of domestic assault by his former girlfriend Grace Jabbari. CBS News New York's Zinnia Maldonado reports on the latest as the trial resumes.
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Russian cargo ship docks at International Space Station
A guidance system problem during final approach prompted two space station cosmonauts to take over by remote control.
NASA "unlikely" to launch Artemis moon landing flight in 2025, GAO says
NASA is facing challenges with SpaceX's moon lander and the new Axiom spacesuits for moonwalkers.
New solar system with rare, perfectly in-sync planets found in Milky Way
Astronomers have discovered six planets orbiting a bright, nearby star in perfect synchrony like a grand cosmic orchestra.
Scientists discover "in-sync" solar system
Scientists have discovered a six-planet solar system in the Milky Way that astronomers say has been untouched by outside forces since its birth billions of years ago. The six planets orbit a star "perfectly" in sync. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to talk about the discovery.
Mars' landscape captured in newly released images
NASA revealed multiple new panoramic images of clouds and dust in Mars' skies, as well as one of its tiny two moons, taken last May.
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
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Becky Bliefnick texted about fear of her estranged husband
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Israel expands campaign into southern Gaza; Kennedy Center Honors held Sunday
Boston woman killed in Bahamas shark attack
A Bostom woman was killed in a shark attack near a Sandals resort on Nassau, Bahamas. She and a male relative were paddle boarding when she was attacked. Elaine Quijano reports.
Testimony begins in Jonathan Majors trial
Jurors will hear the first full day of testimony Tuesday in the trial of actor Jonathan Majors. Majors is accused of attacking a former girlfriend and has pleaded not guilty to aggravated harassment and assault charges. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan reports.
IRS whistleblowers testify about Hunter Biden
IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler will testify behind closed doors Tuesday before the House Ways and Means Committee about the Justice Department's investigation into the president's son, Hunter Biden. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge has more.
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