Gov. Abbott wants federal reimbursement for Operation Lone Star
The Republican governor wants Congress to reimburse Texas for more than $11 billion spent on border security.
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Trump closes immigration offices abroad
At the direction of President Trump, about 1,500 troops are being deployed to the southern border with increased operations to block illegal immigrant crossings set to start in the coming days. Meanwhile, his administration is closing immigration offices former President Joe Biden opened in Latin America. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Biden's farewell address | Special Report
President Biden delivered his farewell address to the nation on Wednesday, five days before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president of the United States. Watch Mr. Biden's fifth and final formal address from the Oval Office.
What Trump's orders mean for the environment
On his first day in office, President Trump signed a slew of executive orders promoting fossil fuels and ending many of the Biden administration's efforts to combat climate change. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins "America Decides" to explain what Trump's actions could mean for the planet.
Breaking down the TikTok ban and reaction
President Trump signed an executive order delaying a nationwide ban on TikTok for 75 days. The move comes after the app was unavailable in the U.S. for around 12 hours over the weekend. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and dosomething.org CEO DeNora Getachew break it down.
Trump, Biden pardons draw bipartisan ire
After the Justice Department's four-year effort to arrest, prosecute and punish those behind the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, President Trump granted clemency to roughly 1,500 people Monday night. Earlier that day, then-President Biden also issued preemptive pardons to his family members. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Ed O'Keefe join "America Decides" with the latest on the fallout.
Recapping the first hours of Trump's 2nd term
Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the U.S. on Monday, pledging to save America from what he sees as a state of decline. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser, Major Garrett, Caitlin Huey-Burns, Weijia Jiang and Nancy Cordes have more.
Trump speaks at Inauguration Day parade
President Trump spoke at Capitol One Arena on Monday hours after taking the oath of office. Trump previewed his priorities for his second term and bashed his predecessor's policies.
Biden leaves office believing history will redeem him
The 46th president's successes and failures — and the predecessors who invite the closest comparisons to Joe Biden as he leaves office.
Biden looks back on his presidency
President Biden is commuting the sentences for nearly 2,500 people convicted of non-violent drug offenses. Meanwhile, he reflected on his presidency and expressed some of his regrets. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reports.
Breaking down Supreme Court's TikTok ruling
The Supreme Court upheld a law on Friday that would ban TikTok in the U.S. beginning Sunday. The Biden administration will not enforce the ban, meaning it will fall on the Trump administration after the president-elect is sworn in the following day. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford and Alan Rozenshtein, associate professor of law at the University of Minnesota, join "America Decides" to unpack the ruling.
Ceasefire deal moves to Israel's full cabinet
Israel's security cabinet approved the ceasefire and hostage release deal reached with Hamas early Friday morning. Now it's up to Israel's full cabinet to give its approval of the deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest from Tel Aviv.
As Biden exits, how will he be remembered for his handling of the U.S. economy?
The economy rebounded strongly from the COVID shock, but the U.S. continues to grapple with a cost-of-living crisis and spiraling federal debt.
Standout moments from Biden's Defense speech
President Biden delivered a farewell address on Thursday at the Department of Defense. asking, "If we don't lead the world, who will lead the world?" CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang breaks it down.
Analyzing Biden's farewell speech
President Biden gave his farewell address on Wednesday night. In it, he warned the U.S. about its future. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne, senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang and senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe report on and analyze the speech.
Biden lauds ceasefire in farewell speech
President Biden praised the ceasefire and hostage release agreement reached between Hamas and Israel in his farewell address to the nation. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House.
Breaking down Biden's farewell address
President Biden delivered his farewell address Wednesday at the White House. The president touted his accomplishments and warned of an "oligarchy" taking shape in the U.S. CBS News' Margaret Brennan, Robert Costa, Weijia Jiang, Nancy Cordes and Ed O'Keefe join Norah O'Donnell with analysis.
Biden warns Americans in farewell address
President Biden gave his farewell address from the Oval Office on Wednesday night. He issued a warning to Americans, saying that he believes an oligarchy is forming in the U.S. He also raised alerts about the military industrial complex, climate change and the dangers of artificial intelligence.
The U.S. role in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage release deal after 15 months of deadly combat in the region. Edward Djerejian, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the U.S. role in the ceasefire negotiations. Then, Liz Hirsh Naftali discusses her great niece, who was released in the first prisoner-hostage exchange in November 2023.
How the Israel-Hamas deal came together
Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement, U.S. officials say. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan unpacks the stipulations. Then, White House national security communications adviser John Kirby joins to discuss further.
What was Trump's role in Israel-Hamas deal?
President-elect Donald Trump is taking credit for the ceasefire and hostage deal in the Middle East, although the Biden White House worked on the effort for months. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Nancy Cordes have more.
Sources: Israel, Hamas OK deal in principle
Sources tell CBS News that Israel and Hamas have agreed in principle to a ceasefire and hostage deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio is in Tel Aviv with more. Then, national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
Biden delivers last foreign policy speech
President Biden delivered his final foreign policy speech at the State Department on Monday. The president said the U.S. is in a better position on the world stage than it was when he took office. Matthew Kroenig, vice president and senior director of the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, joins CBS News with analysis.
Biden says he is "leaving the next administration with a very strong hand"
When President Biden took office four years ago, he sought to reassure global allies and reestablish foreign treaties from which the Trump administration had withdrawn.
Biden touts foreign policy accomplishments
President Biden reflected on his foreign policy achievements Monday, saying America is better positioned on the global stage than it was when he took office four years ago. Ed O'Keefe reports on Mr. Biden's remarks and what is still left to be done.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
Vance, Rubio meet with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting came one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives Illinois congressman's lawsuit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
Senate war powers vote appears at risk as Trump pressures GOP senators
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
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Woman detained after following ICE recalls "desperate crying" at facility
Patty O'Keefe said she and a friend were following ICE agents in Minnesota earlier this week when they were stopped, their car pepper-sprayed and their windows smashed.
ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
ICE agent who shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding, officials say
Jonathan Ross, who shot Renee Good in Minneapolis last week, suffered internal bleeding after the incident, two officials said, though it's not clear how extensive the bleeding was.
FBI searches home of Washington Post journalist for classified documents
The FBI's search is part of a probe into a federal employee suspected of mishandling classified information, Attorney General Pam Bondi said.
Supreme Court revives congressman's suit challenging law for late-arriving ballots
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 in favor of Illinois Rep. Michael Bost, a Republican.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
Chew on this: U.S. food prices are still up 19% since 2022
Food prices in December saw their biggest jump in more than three years, data shows, while the cost of eating out has also risen.
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
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U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
U.S. used aircraft painted like civilian plane to attack alleged drug boat
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
Senate war powers vote appears at risk as Trump pressures GOP senators
At least one Republican, Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri, plans to switch his vote.
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Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
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U.S. says it's moving into next phase of Gaza peace plan, warns Hamas
Steve Witkoff said the U.S. expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage as part of its obligations under the deal.
Trump told Iranians help is coming, so what might it look like?
Experts tell CBS News what sort of options President Trump has to respond to Iran's brutal crackdown on protesters.
After a bloody crackdown, Iran vows to teach protest backers a lesson
Iran's rulers want the world to know they've weathered a storm, and they're threatening a harsh "lesson" for anyone deemed to have supported protests.
U.S. reduces some personnel at airbase in Qatar as tensions rise with Iran
The Al Udeid airbase in Doha, Qatar, is the forward operating headquarters for U.S. Central Command, which oversees U.S. forces across the Middle East.
U.S. used aircraft painted like civilian plane to attack alleged drug boat
The attack on an alleged drug-smuggling boat from Venezuela killed 11 people in September.
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Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Ali Larter talks what's ahead in "Landman"
Actor Ali Larter plays Angela Harris, the ex-wife of an oilman played by Billy Bob Thornton in the Paramount+ series "Landman." She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, working with Thornton and how she landed her role.
Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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ChatGPT served as "suicide coach" in man's death, lawsuit alleges
Mother of Colorado man who committed suicide in 2025 alleges that OpenAI's AI chatbot told him death was a "beautiful place."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
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.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
Mother speaks out over AI chatbot Grok
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged altercation with LA rideshare driver
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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What Trump's action in Iran might look
President Trump has threatened action against Iran as the country's regime announced potential expedited trials and hangings for detained anti-government protesters. CBS News Middle East reporter Courtney Kealy has the latest.
Deadly crane collapse in Thailand
A construction crane collapsed onto a moving train in Thailand, killing at least 30 people, officials said. Jonathan Head, with BBC News, a CBS News partner, has more.
Stars of "Sinners" talk about movie
"Sinners" stars Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton and Wunmi Mosaku talk to "CBS Mornings" about the movie's recent success at the Golden Globes, the atmosphere on set and what they learned through the process.
Comer slams Clintons over refusal to testify
Kentucky Republican Rep. James Comer said that the House will move to hold former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress after they refused to testify before the House Oversight Committee about the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Supreme Court on transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday over state bans regarding transgender athletes. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.