Why Trump is changing the DOD's name
President Trump began the process of renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War. It's been more than 75 years since that name was used. CBS News' Aaron Navarro has more details.
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Eric Adams continues reelection bid
Mayor Eric Adams says he isn't going anywhere, amid speculation he was set to drop out of the race. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest developments.
Trump says Epstein controversy should be done
President Trump reiterated his claims that the controversy surrounding convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein is a politicized hoax, just days after survivors shared their stories and called for more transparency on Capitol Hill. Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Digging into the weak August jobs report
The U.S. economy added 22,000 non-farm jobs in August, below the 75,000 forecast by leading economists. Unemployment ticked up to 4.3%. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports and Justin Wolfers, an economics professor at the University of Michigan, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Trump orders Department of Defense name change
President Trump signed an executive order at the White House on Friday, changing the name of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. An act of Congress is still required to officially change its title.
Immigration crackdown targets Chicago
A boarded-up building in Chicago will soon be a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement processing facility. This is part of the Trump administration's expanding crackdown on immigration. Plus, a Navy base in Chicago could be used to accommodate federal agents ahead of a possible deployment. CBS News Chicago's Darius Johnson reports, and CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Flight disruption compensation plan scrapped
The Department of Transportation has scrapped a proposal to compensate flight passengers affected by disruptions. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
U.S. deploying fighter jets to Puerto Rico
The U.S. is deploying 10 F-35 fighter jets to the Caribbean as part of the Trump administration's crackdown against drug cartels, a source familiar with the operation confirms. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Charlie D'Agata report as tensions rise with Venezuela.
Trump may send troops to New Orleans
President Trump has insinuated he may send the National Guard to New Orleans, although data shows crime is down in the blue city. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
Venezuelan fighter jets fly over Navy ship
Two Venezuelan fighter jets flew over the USS Jason Dunham, multiple Defense Department officials confirm, calling the action a "show of force." CBS News' Willie James Inman and Charlie D'Agata report.
Feds drop proposal on disrupted flights
The Trump administration says it is scrapping a proposed rule that would have given flyers more rights to compensation for flight disruptions. Proposed at the end of the Biden administration, the regulation would have required airlines to pay up to $300 for domestic delays of three to six hours and up to $775 for flight delays lasting at least nine hours.
White House reacts to lousy jobs report
The White House is downplaying recent jobs data that falls short of expectations. This comes as the Federal Reserve prepares to announce a potential interest rate cut. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports, and Willie James Inman has more from the Trump administration.
Trump says he wants 2 people to drop out of NYC mayor's race
President Trump is calling on NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Curtis Sliwa to drop out, so it's a one-on-one race between Zohran Mamdani and Andrew Cuomo.
Trump defends RFK Jr. after fiery hearing
President Trump is standing by his Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after a tense Senate committee hearing where Republican and Democratic lawmakers blasted his changes to vaccine research and his latest firings at the CDC. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Trump hosts dinner with tech giants at the White House, but without Musk
Billionaire Elon Musk did not attend the dinner.
Trump hosts biggest tech CEOs at White House
CEOs from some of the nation's biggest tech companies sat down for a dinner with President Trump on Thursday. Among those present were Tim Cook, Sam Altman, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg. Bloomberg tech reporter Riley Griffin joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump envoy meets with Zelenskyy, EU leaders
President Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff joined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders in Paris on Thursday to discuss efforts to end Russia's war in Ukraine. Liana Fix, a senior fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump suggests troops could be sent to New Orleans
President Trump suggested New Orleans could be the next city to which he deploys National Guard troops. Kati Weis has details.
D.C. sues Trump administration over troops
Washington, D.C., has sued the Trump administration, challenging President Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in the district. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Analyzing Trump's power over elections
Cleta Mitchell, an attorney who played a role in President Trump's attempt to overturn the 2020 election, said Mr. Trump could declare a national emergency to influence future elections. David Becker, a CBS News election law expert, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Sources: Trump works to impact NYC mayor race
President Trump appears to be trying to help Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race. Sources tell CBS News that the administration is exploring ways to get incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa to both drop out. NOTUS political reporter Oriana González and Politico White House reporter Sophia Cai join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Sources: Troops in D.C. through November
Two National Guard officials told CBS News that their deployment in Washington, D.C., will be extended to Nov. 30. Meanwhile, the D.C. Attorney General is suing the Trump administration over the use of troops in the district. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has more.
As Trump justifies boat strike, here's what to know about Tren de Aragua
The deadly U.S. military strike this week on a boat allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela is the latest measure President Trump has taken to combat the threat he sees from the Tren de Aragua gang.
Former CDC director on RFK Jr.
Dr. Tom Frieden was the director of the CDC during the Obama administration and was one of nine former CDC leaders who wrote an op-ed in the New York Times this week saying HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is endangering Americans' health. Frieden joined CBS News to discuss the health secretary.
Trump's Harvard funding battle: What's next?
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from freezing nearly $2 billion in research funding for Harvard University. The administration has vowed to appeal the decision. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
DOJ subpoenas Walz, Frey, others in probe of alleged immigration obstruction
They were subpoenaed in connection with a DOJ investigation of an alleged conspiracy to impede federal immigration officers, three sources said.
Trump touts first-year accomplishments in lengthy White House briefing
President Trump spoke in the White House briefing room, marking the first year of his second term before departing for a high-pressure trip to Europe.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Halligan exits DOJ after judge bars her continued use of U.S. attorney title
Lindsey Halligan has departed the Justice Department after a federal judge Tuesday barred her from referring to herself as a U.S. attorney in court filings.
Commuter train in Spain hits collapsed wall, killing at least 1 person
A commuter train hit a collapsed retaining wall near Barcelona on Tuesday, killing one person and injuring at least 15 people, according to officials.
U.S. seizes a seventh Venezuelan-linked oil tanker in Caribbean
The U.S. has seized seven Venezuelan-linked oil tankers since Dec. 10, 2025.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
The chief investment officer of AkademikerPension said the decision was not directly related to the rift between the U.S. and Greenland.
Second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child
Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance announced they are expecting their fourth child.
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These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Former sports reporter Michele Tafoya files to run for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya is seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.
How parents are finding community support in delaying smartphones
As parents grapple with their children's technology use, new guidance goes beyond individual behavior to approach the digital ecosystem.
Timothy Busfield ordered released from jail pending trial in child sex abuse
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
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These are the best places to work in 2026, according to Glassdoor
A car wash chain beat out bigger employers such as Google and Nvidia to take the top spot as the best place to work in 2026.
Lululemon pulls "Get Low" leggings from website amid sheer fabric complaints
The company said its "Get Low" collection is temporarily unavailable for sale online, but remains in stock in stores while it reviews customer feedback.
Danish pension fund says it's selling all its U.S. Treasuries
The chief investment officer of AkademikerPension said the decision was not directly related to the rift between the U.S. and Greenland.
Trump's 10% credit card cap deadline is here. Will card companies comply?
President Trump called for a one-year 10% cap on credit card rates starting Jan. 20. Here's what credit card companies are doing.
A new buy now, pay later option from Affirm will help tenants cover rent
A new BNPL pilot from financial technology company Affirm will give renters the option to break up their rent into two equal payments.
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Air Force One headed to Davos turns around after "minor electrical issue," Leavitt says
After returning to Joint Base Andrews, President Trump departed for Davos about one hour later aboard a second aircraft.
Former sports reporter Michele Tafoya files to run for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya is seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.
U.S. seizes a seventh Venezuelan-linked oil tanker in Caribbean
The U.S. has seized seven Venezuelan-linked oil tankers since Dec. 10, 2025.
Concerns mount over Iranian-American journalist wrongfully detained in Iran
Lawyers for Reza Valizadeh, a U.S. citizen arrested in 2024 by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, filed a petition Tuesday with the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention.
Supreme Court to weigh Trump's bid to oust Lisa Cook from Fed board
President Trump moved to fire Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors in August.
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Measles cases surge in South Carolina as U.S. risks elimination status
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
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U.S. seizes a seventh Venezuelan-linked oil tanker in Caribbean
The U.S. has seized seven Venezuelan-linked oil tankers since Dec. 10, 2025.
Commuter train in Spain hits collapsed wall, killing at least 1 person
A commuter train hit a collapsed retaining wall near Barcelona on Tuesday, killing one person and injuring at least 15 people, according to officials.
Concerns mount over Iranian-American journalist wrongfully detained in Iran
Lawyers for Reza Valizadeh, a U.S. citizen arrested in 2024 by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, filed a petition Tuesday with the United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention.
China "super embassy" greenlit in London despite concerns
Despite fears of Chinese spying and hacking, the British government gave the go-ahead for China to build a massive new embassy in the heart of London.
Mexico sends 37 cartel members to U.S. amid pressure from Trump administration
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
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Timothy Busfield ordered released from jail pending trial in child sex abuse
A judge has ordered that actor Timothy Busfield be released from jail during a detention hearing on child sex abuse charges.
"Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown on why he skipped cast interview on "CBS Mornings"
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
Bert Kreischer talks new comedy series
Actor and comedian Bert Kreischer stars in the new comedy series "Free Bert," where he plays a fictional version of himself. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, which was inspired by his own family, and why the show almost didn't happen.
"Queer Eye" cast reflects on show
The cast of the series "Queer Eye" talks to "CBS Mornings" about a member of the show's absence, the series' legacy ahead of its 10th and final season and how it has impacted them.
Fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93
Acclaimed fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known simply as Valentino, has died at age 93. Seth Doane looks back at his life and legacy.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
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Former Uvalde CISD officer's trial nears end
A jury will soon decide the fate of former Uvalde CISD officer Adrian Gonzales, whom prosecutors allege failed in his duty to stop a gunman during a 2022 mass shooting. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has the details.
Busfield released before child sex abuse trial
A New Mexico judge ordered the release of actor Timothy Busfield during a pretrial detention hearing on Tuesday. Busfield is accused of inappropriately touching two child actors, which he denies. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest.
Indiana judge shot, injured, manhunt underway
A manhunt is underway in Indiana after a county judge and his wife were shot and wounded inside their home over the weekend. Judge Steven Meyer and his wife, Kimberly, were taken to a hospital for medical treatment following the shooting and are in stable condition. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports.
New docuseries looks at "Deadpool Killer"
The new Paramount+ docuseries "Handsome Devil: Charming Killer" takes a look at the case of Wade Wilson, a convicted murderer of two women who shares a name with the comic book character Deadpool. Writer and executive producer Brian Ross joins to preview the show.
Indiana judge, wife shot in home
The manhunt is underway in Indiana after a judge and his wife were shot and wounded in their Lafayette home. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Greenland
U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright spoke with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about why President Trump wants to acquire Greenland.
Full interview: Chris Wright
Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaks with Ed O'Keefe about President Trump's plans for Greenland, Venezuela and more.
Minnesota fraud "mastermind" speaks from jail
As tensions spiked over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, CBS News' Jonah Kaplan spoke exclusively with Aimee Bock, the so-called "mastermind" of the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme in Minnesota.
Cow uses tool to scratch, surprising scientists
Dating back to the dawn of civilization, humans have been one of the only creatures on Earth that use multi-purpose tools. Now, there's a new animal in the club. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Parents find support in delaying kids' digital use
As parents grapple with their children's technology use, new guidance goes beyond individual behavior to approach the digital ecosystem. Meg Oliver has details.