Trump and Michael Cohen come face-to-face at New York fraud trial
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen testified that his ex-boss personally authorized the fraudulent inflation of his net worth and property valuations.
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Trump, Cohen at New York fraud trial
Former President Donald Trump and his former attorney Michael Cohen are in the same room Tuesday for the first time in years as Cohen testifies in Trump's ongoing fraud trial in New York. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa is attending the trial and has the latest.
Breaking down Jenna Ellis' guilty plea
A third lawyer connected to former President Donald Trump accepted a plea deal Tuesday in the Georgia election interference case. Jenna Ellis pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting false statements. Attorney Nick Lewis joins CBS News to unpack Ellis' deal.
Why did Tom Emmer drop his House speaker bid?
By Tuesday afternoon, Minnesota Rep. Tom Emmer had clinched the Republican nomination for speaker of the House. By 5 p.m., Emmer dropped out -- unable to get 217 members of his own party to support him. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Main takeaways from Michael Cohen's testimony
In court Tuesday, former President Donald Trump came face to face with his former attorney Michael Cohen for the first time in five years, when he testified in Trump's civil trial in New York. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa breaks down what Cohen had to say.
Jenna Ellis pleads guilty in Georgia case
Jenna Ellis, an attorney who served as an adviser on former President Donald Trump's 2020 campaign, pleaded guilty to a single count in the case brought by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis over alleged efforts to reverse the outcome of the 2020 election. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Trump distances himself from Sidney Powell
Two lawyers involved in former President Trump's Georgia conspiracy case have pleaded guilty. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains why that's significant.
Trump declines to endorse GOP speaker candidate for now
Eight Republicans are vying to be the conference's nominee for House speaker after Rep. Jim Jordan was forced to end his candidacy.
Trump files for New Hampshire primary
Former President Donald Trump filed for the New Hampshire presidential primary Monday. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi joins "America Decides" to discuss how voters in the Granite State are responding.
McConnell casts doubt on government shutdown
In an interview with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he doesn't think a government shutdown will happen. Politico reporter Daniella Diaz and Punchbowl News senior reporter Andrew Desiderio join "America Decides" to unpack the senator's comments.
Trump legal issues not hurting his campaign
Donald Trump is expected to file for the New Hampshire primary Monday as he continues to lead the race for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on how the former president's mounting legal troubles haven't hurt his standing in the race.
Cheney: House GOP chaos is "direct result" of McCarthy-Trump alliance
"So it's not a surprise that we are where we are," Cheney said on "Face the Nation" Sunday, "but it's a disgrace, and it's an embarrassment."
Judge fines Trump $5,000 after threatening prison for gag order violation
The judge in Donald Trump's civil fraud trial lashed out at the former president for failing to remove from his campaign website a derogatory post about the judge's clerk.
Chesebro reaches plea deal in Georgia election case
Kenneth Chesebro, one of former President Donald Trump's 18 co-defendants in the Georgia election interference case, agreed Friday as part of a deal with prosecutors to plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit filing false documents. He was sentenced to probation. Trump attorney Sidney Powell took a similar plea deal Thursday. Chesebro is accused of proposing a scheme to appoint alternate electors in an effort to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
Chesebro pleads guilty in Trump-Georgia case
Former Trump campaign lawyer Kenneth Chesebro pleaded guilty Friday in the Georgia election interference case, a day after Sidney Powell took her own plea deal. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and former federal prosecutor Scott Fredricksen discussed what this means for Trump.
Judge pauses limited gag order on Trump in 2020 election interference case
Former President Trump was ordered earlier this week by a federal judge not to post statements targeting court staff, potential witnesses, special counsel Jack Smith or his family.
Second Trump co-defendant in Georgia 2020 election case pleads guilty
Attorney Kenneth Chesebro's guilty plea follows former Trump-aligned lawyer Sidney Powell's guilty plea this week.
Jury selection in Georgia election trial
Jury selection begins Friday for the first trial of one of Donald Trump's co-defendants, Kenneth Chesebro, in the Georgia election interference case. Chesebro was expected to be tried alongside Sidney Powell, but she took a plea deal and now plans to testify against any and all of the other co-defendants, including the former president. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Powell may testify against Trump after deal
Sidney Powell, a former lawyer and ally to Donald Trump, pleaded guilty Thursday to conspiracy charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports.
Sidney Powell pleads guilty in Fulton County
Sidney Powell, one of 19 defendants, including former President Trump, charged in the Fulton County, Georgia, election interference case, pleaded guilty Thursday. She was sentenced to six years of probation and will pay thousands of dollars in fines and has also agreed to testify against codefendants at future trials. Robert Costa takes a look at what the plea could mean for Trump.
Breaking down Sidney Powell's plea deal
Sidney Powell, a Trump-allied attorney who was a key figure in alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges Thursday. CBS News election law contributor David Becker joined CBS News to discuss the deal Powell reached with prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia.
What does Powell guilty plea mean for Trump?
Sidney Powell, an attorney who was a key figure in former President Donald Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges after reaching an agreement with prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia. Powell is also required to testify "truthfully against any and all co-defendants in this matter," the judge in the case said. CBS News reporter Graham Kates has more.
Trump ally Sidney Powell pleads guilty
Sidney Powell, an attorney and ally of former President Donald Trump, has pleaded guilty in Georgia's 2020 election interference case. Powell and 18 others, including Trump, were indicted by a grand jury in Fulton County in August. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and investigative reporter Graham Kates have more.
How Trump is affecting the House speaker vote
Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Jim Jordan for House speaker, but the Ohio lawmaker has failed to secure the votes needed to obtain the gavel after two ballots. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more on how much influence Trump has in the House.
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Iran says U.S. violating ceasefire as Trump seeks "good deal or no deal"
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Here's what to watch for in the Texas primary runoff election today
Sen. John Cornyn is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who received President Trump's endorsement.
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DHS memo directs ICE to ramp up asylum-related fraud cases
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after deadly chemical tank implosion in Washington
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, authorities said.
Court blocks Alabama congressional map, saying state discriminated by race
The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's call to redraw congressional map
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
Diver in Laos miner rescue effort: "We have high hopes that they are still alive"
"The collapse risks are high because you're constantly touching the roof, and it's hand-dug. There's no support anywhere," said Mikko Paasi, a diver who helped rescue a youth soccer team from a cave in Thailand.
Trump administration proposes NDAs for all federal employees to curb leaks
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
Infrared camera on sailboat may hold clues in Lynette Hooker investigation
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
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Star NFL running back Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic violence charges
Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs was arrested Tuesday in Wisconsin on domestic violence charges, officials said.
2 Navy pilots safely eject after training jet crashes in Mississippi
The T-45C Goshawk, a tandem seat aircraft designed to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots, crashed on private farmland in Noxubee County, Mississippi.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Meet the 2026 World Cup U.S. Men's National Team
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
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BP ousts recently appointed chair over "conduct issues"
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
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Stocks mixed as investors shrug off renewed fighting in Iran
Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
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SPLC seeks dismissal of criminal charges, saying prosecution is vindictive
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a federal judge to dismiss the criminal charges filed against it by the Justice Department, saying the indictment represents a "top-down, retributive campaign" directed by President Trump.
Kevin Warsh is now leading the Fed. His main challenge is a doozy.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
Trump administration proposes NDAs for all federal employees to curb leaks
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
South Carolina Senate rejects Trump's call to redraw congressional map
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
Supreme Court rejects Florida suit against other states over immigrant truck drivers
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
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Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about the chemical tank in California that forced evacuations
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
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Diver in Laos miner rescue effort: "We have high hopes that they are still alive"
"The collapse risks are high because you're constantly touching the roof, and it's hand-dug. There's no support anywhere," said Mikko Paasi, a diver who helped rescue a youth soccer team from a cave in Thailand.
U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Trump moves Cabinet meeting from Camp David to White House due to weather
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, were expected to attend the Camp David meeting, a White House official told CBS News.
Iran hangs man over alleged spying for Israel as executions mount
Iran's judiciary described Gholamreza Khani Shakarab as "one of the operational ringleaders of Mossad abroad."
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
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Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
BTS wins big at the American Music Awards
The American Music Awards honored the influence of K-pop during its 2026 celebration. Pop music journalist Brittany Spanos joins CBS News Mornings with more.
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Extended interview: Josh Johnson
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
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Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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.
Pope Leo's AI warning rocks tech industry
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
Pope Leo calls for "disarming" of AI in technology-focused encyclical
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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U.S.-wanted nephew of drug lord "El Chapo" is captured in Mexico
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Mango clothing chain founder Isak Andic's son denies killing him
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
Wander Franco found criminally responsible for abusing minor, avoids jail time
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
Latest on shooting near White House
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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National impact of Texas Cornyn-Paxton race
Republican voters in Texas are casting their ballots in the most expensive Senate primary on record between John Cornyn and Ken Paxton. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers of the race and its impact nationwide.
Lead diver in Laos rescue mission speaks out
Rescuers in Laos are risking their lives to save seven missing miners. Officials say the artisanal gold miners became trapped seven days ago, when early monsoon rains hit southern Asia, flooding the tunnel. Matt Gutman reports.
Examining past Ebola outbreaks
The World Health Organization warned that the spread of the Ebola outbreak is outpacing efforts to contain it. "The Daily Report" examines past outbreaks and containment efforts. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more on the current outbreak.
Iran vows retaliation after U.S. strikes
The ceasefire with Iran, nearly 50 days old, seemed less like a ceasefire this week, with new U.S. airstrikes, renewed threats from Tehran and President Trump set to huddle with top advisers on Wednesday. Imtiaz Tyab reports on the latest developments from Tel Aviv.
Construction begins for UFC White House fight
Construction is underway at the White House for a UFC cage match on President Trump's birthday in June. Political strategists Kendra Barkoff Lamy and Terry Sullivan join to discuss.