Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
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Latest on Somali fraud allegations
The Trump administration ramped up immigration activity in Minnesota amid allegations that pandemic relief money made its way to Somali-based al Qaeda affiliate al Shabaab. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more details.
Fraud scandal leaves Somali community on edge
Minnesota is reeling from a fraud scandal involving $1 billion siphoned from multiple federal programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past three years, 87 people have been charged and 61 have been convicted -- most of Somali descent. WCCO's Jonah Kaplan reports the Somali community is now bracing for an immigration crackdown.
Walz slams Trump's use of slur
President Trump recently used a slur for people with intellectual disabilities to describe Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. CBS News Minnesota reporter and anchor Esme Murphy joins to discuss.
Inside look at how VISA thwarts scams
There have been nearly 1.5 million reports of fraud so far this year, which is up from 1.3 million for the same period last year. Ash-har Quraishi got a behind-the-scenes look at VISA's high-tech cyber fusion center in Virginia to see how it's fighting fraud.
Shopping on Black Friday? Here's how to avoid online scams.
Fake QR codes, phony social media posts and phishing emails are among the tools scammers use to trick online shoppers.
Man ordered to pay over $47M for role in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
A 24-year-old man has been ordered by a federal judge to pay nearly $48 million in restitution and sentenced to 10 years in prison for his role in the largest pandemic fraud scheme in the U.S., the Department of Justice said Monday.
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78th person charged in Feeding Our Future scheme, attorney's office says
A 36-year-old man has become the 78th person charged in the $250 million Feeding Our Future fraud scheme.
"Anti-scammers" target fraudsters
Some Americans are taking matters into their own hands to prevent scammers. The Free Press' Maya Sulkin joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss. The Free Press is a Paramount publication.
Top Trump official refers Swalwell to DOJ for investigation
A Trump administration official has referred California Rep. Eric Swalwell, a Democrat, to the Department of Justice for an investigation into alleged mortgage fraud. CBS News' Jake Rosen has more on the apparent probe and adds more context on the legal challenge to California's redistricting efforts.
Letitia James seeks to dismiss fraud case, citing Trump's "animus"
New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a federal judge to dismiss a mortgage fraud case against her, calling it a vindictive and politically motivated prosecution brought at the behest of a president who regards her as an enemy.
China sentences 5 people to death over links to Myanmar fraud gangs
Chinese and Thai authorities have tried to crack down on violent criminal gangs running vast fraud operations in Myanmar's borderlands.
Walz orders third party to audit Medicaid billing at Minnesota DHS
Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday said that a third party will audit billing for 14 Medicaid services that are deemed to be "high risk" for fraud in Minnesota.
Letitia James pleads not guilty in fraud case
Letitia James, New York state's top law enforcement official, pleaded not guilty to charges of defrauding a bank to get a better mortgage rate on a Virginia home. James maintains the case is a form of revenge by President Trump.
Next steps in James case after not guilty plea
New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to federal fraud charges on Friday and accused President Trump of vengeful prosecution. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown joins to weigh in on the case.
Man pleads guilty in "massive" scheme to defraud Minnesota housing program
A man has pleaded guilty to wire fraud in what federal prosecutors have called a "massive" scheme to defraud a Minnesota housing program, according to court documents filed Thursday.
Americans are getting 2.5B robocalls a month — the highest level in years
Americans have received an average of 2.56 billion robocalls per month from January to September, the highest level in six years, PIRG found.
Feds seize $15 billion in bitcoin after busting alleged global crypto scam
Federal prosecutors said a criminal network in Cambodia used forced labor to extract billions from victims in the U.S. and around the world.
What prosecutors must prove in AG James' case
A federal grand jury on Thursday indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on two charges. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Legal analysis of Letitia James' indictment
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been indicted on two counts by a federal grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia. The charges are one count of bank fraud and one count of false statements to a financial institution. Former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Grand jury indicts New York AG Letitia James
A Virginia grand jury indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday, marking the second foe of President Trump to face federal prosecution in recent weeks. CBS News' Maurice DuBois anchors a special report.
U.K. firm ordered to reimburse government for unusable COVID PPE gowns
A company linked to an underwear tycoon must repay the U.K. government millions for supplying unusable surgical gowns during the COVID pandemic.
DHS suspends payments to 11 disability providers over alleged fraud
The Minnesota Department of Human Services recently suspended payments to 11 providers that serve adults with disabilities over "credible allegations" of fraud, according to a letter written by Temporary Commissioner Shireen Gandhi and obtained by WCCO.
First defendant in autism fraud scheme charged
The fight against fraud in Minnesota took on a new target, autism centers. It's the latest in a series of taxpayer fraud cases in Minnesota.
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At least 4 U.S. troops dead as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees America's military death toll rise to four, and skies full of missiles as Persian Gulf allies take hits.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
Texas gunman wore "Property of Allah" hoodie during attack, sources say
The man who killed two and wounded 14 also had photos of Iranian leaders in his home, a source said.
4 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Iranian Prince Pahlavi says "this is our chance" after Khamenei's death
Prince Reza Pahlavi, a leader of the opposition to the Islamic Republic, discusses whether regime change is coming, who leads a transition, and nuclear weapons.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
Map shows U.S.-Israel military strike locations across Iran
A map created by the CBS News data team shows the strike locations across Iran, including the capital and the site of a major nuclear facility.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
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Woman and dog killed, 3 others stabbed in road rage incident on D.C. beltway
Virginia State Police were called to Interstate 495 southbound near exit 52 in Annandale, Virginia, around 1:20 p.m. on Sunday for a reported road rage incident.
Stock futures dive, oil prices jump as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. are poised to drop amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
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Stock futures dive, oil prices jump as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. are poised to drop amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
Oil prices rise sharply in market trading after attacks disrupt supply
Oil prices rose sharply when market trading began late Sunday over concerns that the supply from Iran and elsewhere in the Middle East would slow or grind to a halt.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.
Robots, already in hospitals, are ready to roll in other industries
In the years to come, robots will help offset worker shortages in health care, manufacturing and other industries, experts say.
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Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
Trump says operations will "continue until all of our objectives are achieved"
"Sadly, there will likely be more before it ends. That's the way it is. Likely be more," President Trump said after mentioning the three U.S. service members killed in the operation.
Lawmakers stress new urgency around war powers votes after Iran strikes
Efforts in Congress to block President Trump from using further military force against Iran without support from lawmakers have intensified after the U.S. and Israel launched a massive military operation.
Trump signals willingness to talk to new Iranian leadership as strikes continue
President Trump said Sunday that he is willing to speak with the new leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Wife of Rep. Jim Baird dies following complications from car crash injuries
Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Rep. Jim Baird, has died following complications from her car crash injuries with her husband in January.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
El Nino could return this year and make Earth even hotter
The weather phenomenon known as El Nino could form later this year, potentially pushing global temperatures to record heights, researchers say.
3 U.S. F-15s mistakenly shot down by Kuwait but all crew safe
Three American fighter jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses," CENTCOM said in a statement Monday, as the war with Iran continued for a third day.
Photos showing last moments of men executed by Nazis appear on eBay
The photos showed "the last moments" of 200 men executed at an Athens shooting range on May 1, 1944, Greece's the culture ministry said.
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At least 4 U.S. troops dead as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees America's military death toll rise to four, and skies full of missiles as Persian Gulf allies take hits.
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Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
Broadway and Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner." Shaiman talks with Tracy Smith about collaborating with Billy Crystal on parody songs for the Oscars; composing scores for Rob Reiner's films; and why he says, beginning as a piano prodigy at age 16, "there was no stopping me."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Woman and dog killed, 3 others stabbed in road rage incident on D.C. beltway
Virginia State Police were called to Interstate 495 southbound near exit 52 in Annandale, Virginia, around 1:20 p.m. on Sunday for a reported road rage incident.
Austin bar shooting being linked to terrorism
New details are emerging about the apparent suspect who police say killed two people and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin, Texas, over the weekend. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Austin bar shooting may have been terror attack
The FBI is investigating a shooting that killed two people at an Austin, Texas, bar as a possible terror attack. Jason Allen reports.
2 dead, 14 hurt in Texas bar shooting
At least two people were killed and 14 were injured in a mass shooting outside an Austin, Texas, bar, authorities said Sunday. There were indicators on the suspect and in his vehicle that suggest a "potential nexus to terrorism," but it's too early to determine the motivation, FBI Acting Special Agent Alex Doran said during a briefing Sunday. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
Texas gunman wore "Property of Allah" hoodie during attack, sources say
The man who killed two and wounded 14 also had photos of Iranian leaders in his home, a source said.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
Analysis of U.S.-Israeli war on Iran
CBS News contributor H.R. McMaster, a former Army lieutenant general and former national security adviser in President Trump's first term, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the latest on the conflict in Iran.
Hegseth addresses Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine held a press conference Monday, addressing the war in Iran and confirming a fourth U.S. service member has died from their injuries. Charlie D'Agata and Sam Vinograd report.
Pentagon on U.S.-Israeli war on Iran
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine held a press briefing on Monday and broke down the reasons behind the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that erupted Saturday. Gayle King anchored this CBS News special report.
Hegseth touts U.S. success in Iran
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth touted the U.S. military's success in Iran while taking questions during a briefing at the Pentagon on Monday alongside the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine.