Elon Musk's $1 million-a-day election giveaway sparks legal doubts
Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality.
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72 years of CBS News' election night coverage
From Walter Cronkite anchoring election night coverage in 1952 to the 2020 results, take a look back on CBS News' election coverage.
Role of celebrities in the 2024 election
Ashley Spillane is on a national tour with her Civic Responsibility Project. She joins "CBS Mornings Plus" from Madison, Wisconsin, to talk about using celebrity influence to strengthen democracy.
Majority of Americans are stressed by the election, survey finds. Here's how to cope.
A new survey from the American Psychological Association is shining a light on election-related stressors for Americans.
Early voting begins in Wisconsin
Early voting began Tuesday in Wisconsin, one of the key battleground states in the 2024 presidential election. Nancy Cordes reports.
Breaking down the battleground state ground game
Both candidates are pushing hard to reach undecided voters in the seven battleground states. Robert Costa takes a look at the campaigns' ground games.
Debunking voter fraud concerns
As Election Day approaches, a CBS News poll reveals doubts about election integrity, especially among Trump supporters. Jen Easterly, the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss concerns of voter fraud.
Foreign threats to the 2024 election
A recent CBS News poll found that more than 80% of voters think foreign governments are trying to influence the 2024 election. Jen Easterly, the director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, or CISA, talks with "CBS Mornings" about protecting the electoral process.
The Climate Election: Immigration, explained
Immigration remains among the top concerns for voters in the 2024 election. But when it comes to policy, many ignore a key reason why people are forced to leave their homes — climate change. Natural disasters are only growing in frequency and power while droughts and floods devastate livelihoods, but even with the known deadly and devastating impacts, there are no international protections or asylum offerings for people who are forced to flee. Here's what to know.
Elon Musk's PAC giveaway raises legal concerns
Elon Musk is giving away big bucks to random voters who sign a petition from his political action committee. But there's a catch — and it's raising concerns about possible campaign finance violations. Jo Ling Kent has more on the controversial contest.
Harris has cash edge over Trump in latest fundraising numbers
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign raised more than three times as much money as former President Donald Trump in September.
Republican Liz Cheney campaigning with Harris
Vice President Kamala Harris is courting disaffected Republican voters by hitting the trail with Liz Cheney in the crucial blue wall states of Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin. Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump ramps up attacks amid final battle for votes
With Election Day just over two weeks away, the fight for every last undecided vote in battleground states is intensifying. Former President Donald Trump kicked off his closing arguments today, launching a two-day swing through North Carolina while ramping up his attacks on Vice President Kamala Harris. Robert Costa has more.
Harris, Cheney paint Trump as threat to democracy in Pa. campaign event
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican Congressperson Liz Cheney launched a three-state campaign tour in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
Pennsylvania confronting election fears
Mail-in ballot processing rules could lead to a drawn-out vote count in the pivotal swing state of Pennsylvania. Top election official Al Schmidt is urging voter patience.
Harris claims Trump lost manufacturing jobs. Is that true? Here's a fact check.
Harris often cites accurate figures but omits that the pandemic caused manufacturing job losses in Trump's final year in office.
Trump, Harris visiting key battleground states
Former President Donald Trump campaigned in Pennsylvania on Sunday, serving McDonald's fries to supporters outside of Philadelphia. Vice President Kamala Harris meanwhile attended church with Stevie Wonder in Georgia. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Wisconsin's free-thinking battleground voters
60 Minutes traveled to Wisconsin as the 2024 presidential election nears the finish line to see why, in this battleground state, it's anybody's game.
What voters are focused on in a battleground-state swing county
Residents of Door County, Wisconsin, have a decades-long streak of presidential elections in which they have voted for the winning candidate. The state's Democratic Party chair believes that whoever wins the county will likely win the national election.
This Wisconsin county may signal 2024 presidential election outcome
Door County, Wisconsin voted for Bush, Obama, Trump and Biden. Here's what voters are thinking in the battleground-state swing county ahead of the presidential election.
Pennsylvania Counts | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Cecilia Vega travels to the pivotal battleground state of Pennsylvania for an in-depth interview with Secretary of State Al Schmidt, a key figure in the election process. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Biden meets with European allies in Berlin, says West must keep aiding Ukraine
President Biden said it's important for Ukraine's Western allies to "sustain our resolve" in supporting the country as he held meetings Friday with European partners.
Congress asked to convene over hurricane aid
Florida and several surrounding states suffered enormous financial losses from Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Lawmakers of both political parties are calling for Congress to reconvene to pass emergency funds before the 2024 election. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports on whether Congress will convene and how funds could get through to the states.
Trump hears from undecided Latino voters
Former President Donald Trump attended a Univision town hall with Latino voters a week after the television station held a similar event with Vice President Kamala Harris. Town hall moderator Enrique Acevedo joins "The Daily Report" to explain its value and the top issues discussed.
Harris launches new push to win GOP support
The Harris campaign has started a new outreach push to target Republicans looking for an alternative to former President Donald Trump. Robert Costa reports.
House again rebukes Trump over Iran, while similar effort stalls in Senate
The votes in Congress follow the deaths of several U.S. service members who were killed in Iranian attacks, and as the cost of the war escalates.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
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Trump threatens Iran and Houthis amid signs of U.S. military buildup
The U.S. moves more refueling planes to the Mideast and adds medics at a major military hospital as the war with Iran spreads to another key waterway.
FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
Man shot and killed by police in Madison, Wisconsin, sparking protests
Madison's chief of police says an officer in Wisconsin's capital city shot and killed a man who had injured him with a knife while resisting arrest.
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Former model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his Paris home
A former model who accused Jeffrey Epstein associate Daniel Siad of rape says his death in Paris is "very disappointing," as he never faced justice.
FDA panel to consider loosening regulations for some peptides
The FDA panel will review seven peptides and decide if they should be added to a list of substances that can be safely produced by compounding pharmacies.
Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
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Tilly Norwood's creator insists the AI actor is creating Hollywood jobs
The robot actor is generating work for Hollywood creatives, not stealing jobs from actors, her inventor tells CBS News.
Senate fails to advance latest attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
NYPD says dozens rescued from human trafficking during World Cup
There were 89 people arrested in the New York area over the course of the World Cup, the NYPD said.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
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Tilly Norwood's creator insists the AI actor is creating Hollywood jobs
The robot actor is generating work for Hollywood creatives, not stealing jobs from actors, her inventor tells CBS News.
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Global oil prices hit $100 a barrel amid attacks in Red Sea
The last time global oil prices settled above $100 was on May 22, data from FactSet shows.
Google fined $1 billion by EU over its Play app store and search engine
The EU fined Google 890 million euros ($1 billion) after it said the tech giant broke digital antitrust regulations by setting up Google Play and its search engine to steer consumers toward its own services and apps over others'.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
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Senate fails to advance latest attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
House again rebukes Trump over Iran, while similar effort stalls in Senate
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Navy withholding sailors' service history, in another curb on press access
The U.S. Navy is taking a major step to restrict press access to information about service members by no longer releasing information about any sailor's service history.
Vance Boelter gets 2 life terms and more in Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Vance Boelter, the man who admitted in court to shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, was sentenced to two life terms in prison followed by 40 years Thursday morning.
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FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
FDA panel to consider loosening regulations for some peptides
The FDA panel will review seven peptides and decide if they should be added to a list of substances that can be safely produced by compounding pharmacies.
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Pastor sues over ChatGPT medical advice
A pastor in Florida is suing OpenAI after he used ChatGPT for medical advice and received suggestions that he claims caused him to delay necessary treatment. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Pastor sues OpenAI alleging ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed him
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
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Middle East oil producers step up plans to bypass the Strait of Hormuz
As Iran's attacks keep ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to a trickle and oil prices surge, Gulf states are planning to invest billions in pipeline alternatives.
Former model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his Paris home
A former model who accused Jeffrey Epstein associate Daniel Siad of rape says his death in Paris is "very disappointing," as he never faced justice.
Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
5,700 more deaths than usual recorded in France during heat wave
France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency.
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Tilly Norwood's creator insists the AI actor is creating Hollywood jobs
The robot actor is generating work for Hollywood creatives, not stealing jobs from actors, her inventor tells CBS News.
From the archives: Legendary late-night producer Peter Lassally
Peter Lassally, the fabled TV executive for such late-night hosts as Johnny Carson and David Letterman, and a mentor for many rising comedians, died July 19, 2026 at age 93. In this March 11, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, correspondent Mo Rocca talked with Lassally (affectionately dubbed "The Host Whisperer") about working with the kings of late-night. Lassally also talks about his childhood, part of which was spent in Nazi concentration camps, and also about whether he has had joy in his life.
Aisha Tyler on "Criminal Minds" journey
"Criminal Minds" star Aisha Tyler was only supposed to be in six episodes of the show, but her journey on the series has now spanned over a decade. She tells "CBS Mornings" how her role has impacted her in real life and what it was like to work with guest star Connor Storrie from "Heated Rivalry."
James Norton talks "House of the Dragon"
Actor James Norton describes what it is like to play a villain in "House of the Dragon," which is a prequel to "Game of Thrones" and reveals which scene made him nearly faint during shooting.
Luke Bracey on "Little House on the Prairie"
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
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Pastor sues OpenAI over ChatGPT advice
Florida pastor Scott Winters claims in his lawsuit against OpenAI that ChatGPT's poor medical recommendations sent him to the hospital. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent sat down with Winters to discuss his experience.
Man sues OpenAI over medical advice
A former pastor is speaking out, claiming ChatGPT's guidance landed him in the hospital. He's now suing OpenAI and its CEO. The company said, in part, "ChatGPT is not a doctor and should never be used as a substitute for medical care." Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Details on OpenAI system's unprompted hack
ChatGPT developer OpenAI says its artificial intelligence systems hacked into another AI company without prompting. Connor Leahy, U.S. director for ControlAI, joins CBS News to discuss.
Machine learning professor on OpenAI attack
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, says one of its artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked another AI company. Neil Lawrence, professor of machine learning at the University of Cambridge, joins to assess the claim.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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NYPD says dozens rescued from human trafficking during World Cup
There were 89 people arrested in the New York area over the course of the World Cup, the NYPD said.
Man fatally shot by police in Wisconsin
Protesters gathered after police in Madison, Wisconsin, fatally shot a man during an attempted arrest. The man was armed with a knife and injured an officer before he was shot, police said. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Judge sets June trial date for Maduro
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro faces drug trafficking charges in the U.S. and is scheduled to go on trial in June 2027. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman explains what to expect from Maduro's legal proceedings.
New details on Nolan Wells' cause of death
Independent autopsy results commissioned by Nolan Wells' family found the cause and manner of the 18-year-old's death were undetermined, pending further investigation. Wells died during a July Fourth boating trip with friends.
Protests after police shooting in Wisconsin
Four police officers are on leave after a man who was allegedly armed with a knife was shot and killed in Madison, Wisconsin, on Wednesday. Within hours of the deadly shooting, there were protests and a vigil held for the man. Mark Strassmann has more.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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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.
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.
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.
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?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Trump adds contingency to U.S.-Saudi Arabia deal
President Trump said Thursday on social media that Saudi Arabia must agree to join the Abraham Accords as a contingency on a U.S.-Saudi Arabia nuclear agreement. In a separate post, he threatened Iran and its Houthi allies with "major military punishment." CBS News' Kathryn Watson has more.
Secret Service warns of more threats
The Secret Service is warning about a rise in threats ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, which is set for Friday. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the latest.
U.S. moves B-1 bombers, refueling jets
The U.S. is moving B-1 bombers and refueling jets, as well as medical personnel, deeper into the Middle East. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more on what it could mean.
Judge to hear arguments DOJ's NYT subpoenas
A federal judge is set to hear arguments on the Justice Department's subpoenas of The New York Times journalists over reports about President Trump's Qatari-donated Air Force One. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
House votes to limit Trump's war powers
The House passed a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers and direct him to end military operations in Iran after four Republicans joined Democrats on the vote. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.