Billions of dollars lost to foreign fraud
60 Minutes investigates how transnational crime rings impersonate Americans to steal billions in taxpayer funds.
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House set to vote on rescissions package
House lawmakers are set to vote on the $9.4 billion rescissions package to implement some of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts that take aim at foreign aid and public broadcasting. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
More on Trump's event with Musk
President Trump hosted Elon Musk at the White House on his last day as a "special government employee" for the administration. CBS News' Weijia Jiang breaks down what Mr. Trump said during the event and the mechanics of who was allowed into the Oval Office to cover the moment.
Trump celebrates Musk, DOGE
President Trump took questions from the Oval Office after lauding entrepreneur Elon Musk on his last day of work with the White House. Musk worked for the administration as a "special government employee" and oversaw the development of the Department of Government Efficiency. He vowed to continue working with Mr. Trump, who is overseeing sweeping changes in the federal government, economic sectors and foreign relations.
Trump on Musk: "I'm focused on my presidency"
Millions across the U.S. are closely watching the public unraveling of President Trump and Elon Musk's once-close relationship, but Mr. Trump says his focus is elsewhere. CBS News' Robert Costa and Aaron Navarro have the latest.
Supreme Court halts lower court orders requiring DOGE to hand over records
The Supreme Court halted a lower court order that required DOGE to turn over information to a government watchdog group.
Judge on AmeriCorps funds
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore millions of dollars in funding for AmeriCorps. The move comes after more than two dozen states sued the administration in April over cuts made to AmeriCorps by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). CBS News' Lana Zak has the latest.
How Trump and Musk went from rivals to allies — and now foes again
President Trump once called Elon Musk "one of our great brains," but wrote this week he's gone "CRAZY."
Americans are filing for Social Security at record rates. Here's why.
Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, experts say.
Musk on DOGE ideology
Elon Musk revealed his thinking behind the Trump administration's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) and his take on the budget bill moving through Congress. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Behind Elon Musk interview
"CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent David Pogue sat down with entrepreneur Elon Musk days before he departed his post as a "special government employee" for the Trump administration. Pogue joined "CBS News Mornings" with more on Musk's comments on the congressional budget bill and DOGE's efforts.
Will NIH cuts put medical research at risk?
Former National Institutes of Health Director Dr. Francis Collins, who abruptly left his NIH research lab in February, fears aggressive downsizing could impact Americans’ health.
Elon Musk on DOGE and why he doesn't want to "take responsibility for everything the administration's doing"
As the Department of Government Efficiency leader steps away from the White House, Elon Musk talks with "Sunday Morning" about why he believes Trump's proposed budget clashes with his team's efforts to slash the functions of government.
Trump praises Musk and DOGE efforts
After billionaire Elon Musk helped to cut jobs across 25 federal agencies, there was one last position to eliminate: his own. But President Trump said Musk will return to to help after his last official day. Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump praises DOGE, says Musk will return to help after last official day
President Trump said that Elon Musk "will, always, be with us, helping all the way." Musk's tenure as a "special government employee" is formally ending.
Analyzing Musk's impact on U.S. government
Billionaire Elon Musk ended his time overseeing the Department of Government Efficiency on Friday to focus on his companies. Molly Ball, senior political correspondent at The Wall Street Journal, and Nancy Cook, senior national political correspondent at Bloomberg, as well as CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi, join to discuss.
Trump hosts event for Musk's final day
President Trump is hosting an event for Elon Musk at the White House on Friday to honor Musk's last official day as a "special government employee." CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest.
USDA cuts cripple North Carolina food banks
The White House cut two federal programs in March that provide just over $1 billion in annual funding to school districts and food banks nationwide. Janet Shamlian reports on the impact.
Fired climate scientist reacts to Elon Musk's exit
Elon Musk's 130-day run as top budget and job-cutting adviser to the president is coming to an end, according to the White House. That work included targeting the jobs of more than 100,000 federal workers -- and saving the government much less than was originally projected. Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump slams Wall Street's "TACO" acronym
President Trump is pushing back on Wall Street's new "TACO" acronym that's being used to describe his economic policies. The acronym stands for "Trump Always Chickens Out." Political strategists Joel Payne and Matt Gorman, along with CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes, join to discuss.
Elon Musk explains why he feels "kinda stuck"
Elon Musk said that he doesn't always agree with everything the Trump administration does, but says it's difficult to discuss publicly. He tells "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent David Pogue why he feels "a little stuck in a bind" at times. Watch more of Musk's interview on "CBS Sunday Morning" on Sunday, June 1.
Musk leaving Trump administration
In a social media post, Elon Musk thanked President Trump and said his time as a special government employee is coming to an end. CBS News has learned Friday will be Musk's final day at the White House.
Elon Musk's impact under Trump
Elon Musk announced Wednesday that his time as a "special government employee" with the Trump administration is coming to an end. CBS News' Nancy Cordes reports on Musk's impact on the government after the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency.
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Elon Musk says he's "disappointed" by Trump's "big, beautiful bill"
"I think a bill can be big or it can be beautiful," Elon Musk told CBS News, "but I don't know if it can be both."
Musk gives his opinion on Trump's budget bill
Elon Musk tells "CBS Sunday Morning" correspondent David Pogue that he was disappointed by President Trump's budget bill, saying that it "undermines the work that the DOGE team is doing." He explains why in an interview airing only on "CBS Sunday Morning" on Sunday, June 1.
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Iran strikes U.S. jets after Trump promises war to end after midterms
Sources tell CBS News U.S. jets on a base in Jordan were hit by Iranian missiles after President Trump said the war will end "immediately" after midterms.
Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Afghan girls who study in secret want you to read their "letters to the world"
21 Afghan girls, bravely defying the Taliban by continuing to study, handed CBS News letters containing their stifled, often humble dreams "for an ordinary life."
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Fetterman appears at RNC midterm convention in surprise video
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman appeared in a surprise video at the Republican Party's midterm convention on Wednesday, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his own party.
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Dolly Parton's sister shares why country music star kept her cancer battle private
Dolly Parton died in Nashville on Aug. 25 at the age of 80 — a shock to fans around the world who weren't aware of her illness.
NYC after 9/11: 25 years of remembering and rebuilding
A look back at how 9/11 has changed Lower Manhattan and beyond, 25 years after the World Trade Center attacks.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
Since Trump returned to power, the U.S. has conducted airstrikes against boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, killing more than 200 people.
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Humans "close to being outsmarted" by superintelligence, AI expert says
Rapid developments in AI are prompting concerns about "superintelligence." Here's why some experts are worried.
Feds to buy up to $6 billion in Treasury bonds. Here's why.
Wall Street analysts are skeptical that the Treasury Department's bond purchases can curb yields and lower U.S. borrowing costs.
Apple unveils new foldable iPhone and more new devices
Apple introduced the iPhone 18 at its annual tech showcase and unveiled its first foldable phone.
Anthropic researcher says more than 10% chance AI "could kill all humans"
A top Anthropic researcher says there's more than a 10% chance AI "could kill all humans," after a colleague resigned over similar concerns.
Trump administration to ban some Canadian motorcycles, dairy, alcohol
The Trump administration moved Tuesday to ban imports of Canadian motorcycles, some dairy products and most types of alcohol starting later this month, intensifying the trade war between the two countries.
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Gold Star family calls on Army to release probe of deadly attack on Kuwait base
Six Americans were killed in the March 1 strike on a tactical operations center in Kuwait.
Lawsuit seeks to block deployment of ICE, federal agents to polling sites
A coalition of advocacy groups and a Democratic-led city filed a preemptive lawsuit seeking to block the Trump administration from deploying armed ICE agents to polling sites ahead of the midterm elections.
U.S. destroys another alleged drug boat as Rubio defends deadly strikes
Since Trump returned to power, the U.S. has conducted airstrikes against boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific, killing more than 200 people.
Trump jokes about trying to "redo" huge Luka Dončić trade in Dallas speech
President Trump's speech at the Republican National Committee convention touched on the polarizing NBA trade that sent superstar guard Luka Dončić from the Mavericks to the Lakers.
Trump pitches $5,000 checks, but only if GOP wins House and Senate
President Trump vowed Wednesday to send a $5,000 "dividend" to every American citizen after the midterms, but only if Republicans hold onto control of Congress. He didn't offer details on how the payments would work.
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Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
Neither infant was old enough to be vaccinated. The first dose of the measles vaccine is typically given at around 1 year of age.
How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
Amid a national blood supply crisis, Dr. Courtney Lawrence sat down with Norah O'Donnell to talk about donating blood, health myths and more.
A generation of kids suffers as Trump destabilizes immigrant families
Children in immigrant families are facing multiple health threats from President Trump's policies.
NYC officials release unseen post-9/11 air quality documents
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
What is postpartum psychosis?
Experts discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and stigma surrounding postpartum psychosis (not to be confused with postpartum depression), a psychiatric emergency with symptoms that can be extreme and dangerous, as testified in the trial of Lindsay Clancy.
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Spain's spy agency warned of Ceuta border breach plans before crisis, declassified files show
Spain's national intelligence agency issued multiple warnings about a potential mass crossing of migrants from Morocco into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta, declassified documents show.
20 dead, several missing after fire on cargo ship in Chinese port
At least 20 people were killed and five were missing after a cargo ship caught fire while docked in a Chinese port, Chinese state media reported.
Multiple U.S. military aircraft damaged in Iranian strikes on base in Jordan, sources say
One A-10 Thunderbolt, an attack aircraft known as the Warthog, was struck and lost a wing, according to sources.
Fire on ferry off Philippines leaves dozens missing, kills several
A fire on a passenger ferry off the western Philippines left dozens of people missing and killed at least five. An intense and widespread search was on for the unaccounted for.
Barry Melrose, prominent NHL player, coach and broadcaster, dies at 70
Barry Melrose, a hockey player-turned-coach who led the Los Angeles Kings to the 1993 Stanley Cup Final before going on to a long career in broadcasting the sport, has died at 70.
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Fashion designer Romeo Hunte shares new pieces
Fashion designer Romeo Hunte joins "The Daily Report" to discuss pieces in his new collection as New York Fashion Week kicks off.
Dolly Parton's sister on the private funeral
Two weeks after her death at 80, a new song from Dolly Parton was released called "Bound to Ride," as part of an upcoming tribute album to the Stanley Brothers. Gayle King spoke exclusively with Dolly Parton's younger sister in an interview that will air on "CBS Mornings" on Thursday.
New documentary profiles 9/11 generation
A new Netflix documentary is out about those who were children in the wake of the 9/11 attacks. "Turning Point: Generation 9/11" profiles people whose parents died on that day, as well as soldiers who joined the military because of 9/11. Director Brian Knappenberger joins "The Takeout" to discuss the making of the film.
Alice Cooper, Joe Perry on Hollywood Vampires
Rock stars Alice Cooper and Joe Perry of Aerosmith formed the supergroup Hollywood Vampires. They join "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss how the band came together.
Insider details on New York Fasion Week
New York Fashion Week kicks off this week showing the Spring collections. Lauren Sherman has more on what to expect.
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Another Anthropic model gained access to open internet during testing
Anthropic announced a fourth cybersecurity incident in which Claude gained access to the open internet during testing.
Apple announces iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo
Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, led a special event on Wednesday announcing the release of new products, including the first foldable iPhone. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee breaks it down.
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.
Anthropic researcher comments fuel AI fears
A lead researcher at Anthropic said "AI could kill all humans" on Tuesday, giving it a more than 10% chance within the next decade. The call now is for a global conversation about risk and safety. Jo Ling Kent has more from Silicon Valley, and Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology, goes deeper.
AI researchers warn of human extinction threat
Connor Leahy, U.S. executive director of ControlAI, joins "The Daily Report" to share his perspective on concerns that AI superintelligence poses a threat to humans.
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
Marmots, not bears, are the largest "true" hibernating mammal, UCLA marmot researchers Katie Adler and Emily Renkey say. The two share more fun facts about these cute creatures and explain how to vote for the fattest marmot.
NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
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Video shows attempted murder in Ohio
A potential killing was caught on camera in Ohio and was revealed at the trial of a man found guilty of attempting to shoot his wife in a crowded restaurant. Mark Strassmann reports.
Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Reddington Weighs In
In the wake of the mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy murder case, CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul and WBZ-TV reporter and anchor Kristina Rex share new reporting from inside the courtroom, exclusive juror insights, and behind-the-scenes details of the dramatic final courtroom moments. Plus, we learn what's next as the Plymouth County District Attorney's Office weighs its options.
Breaking down Lindsay Clancy attorney's plans
Kevin Reddington, Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney, sat down with "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday, where he said he plans to ask for the case to be thrown out. Caroline Polisi breaks down his statements.
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer on her future
Lindsay Clancy's lawyer Kevin Reddington told "CBS Mornings" that he plans to file a motion for her case to be thrown out after her murder trial ended in a mistrial. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's attorney says he will ask for case to be thrown out
Kevin Reddington, the lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, said he will present a motion to dismiss on Sept. 29 at a previously scheduled status hearing.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
The $4.3 billion telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of exoplanets while probing the nature of mysterious dark matter and energy.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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Trump says gas prices will stay high
Gas prices remain high amid the Iran war, and President Trump now says that they will remain high until the midterm general elections are over. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Rhode Island's gubernatorial shakeup
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee is projected to lose to Helena Foulkes in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. CBS News' Fin Gómez explains what happened.
Trump makes case at GOP midterm convention
President Trump headlined the first night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Texas. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle reports on some of the event's notable moments.
Family urges release of Kuwait attack probe
A Gold Star family is calling on the Army to release its internal probe on the deadly strike on a U.S. base in Kuwait, saying their son died unnecessarily. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Rent or Buy? The Million-Dollar Question
It's an age-old question: Should you keep renting, or bite the bullet and buy your home? Today, Jill and Mark try to help caller Alan answer that very question—and the answer may be more complicated than you think! Plus, is anybody hitting the town anymore? As the price of a cocktail rivals the price of your lunch, Jill makes the case for staying in (mahjong included.)