Trump turns attention to transition
President-elect Donald Trump is turning his focus to the presidential transition following his victory. Democrats, meanwhile, are left wondering what led to his comeback. Natalie Brand has more.
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Walz speaks for 1st time since election loss
Former Democratic vice presidential nominee and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz spoke Friday for the first time since Donald Trump won a second non-consecutive term in the White House. The governor urged those discouraged by the election results to care for themselves, their loved ones and their communities. He went on to say that even in the face of loss, he has never felt more motivated and inspired.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
Trump selects Wiles as White House chief of staff
As President-elect Donald Trump gears up for his second term in office, Trump announced Thursday that he has selected his campaign manager Susie Wiles to be his White House chief of staff. Wiles will be the first woman in U.S. history to hold the position. Robert Costa has the latest.
What Musk could gain from Trump's second term
Some of the richest men in the world have already become even richer due to President-elect Donald Trump's victory. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, the net worth of Elon Musk, one of Trump's most vocal allies, increased by more than $26 billion on Wednesday. Reed Albergotti, technology editor at Semafor, joins "America Decides" to explain why Musk is tech's big winner in the U.S. election.
Breaking down Trump's transition
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is laying the groundwork for the new administration. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "CBS Mornings" to break down who will play pivotal roles in Trump's second term.
How the Trump transition could take place
When Donald Trump was elected president in 2016, he didn't expect to win and had to rely on the Republican establishment to fill jobs in his administration. That won't be the case this time around. Robert Costa has more.
Key moments of the 2024 campaign in photos
After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.
Early takeaways from Trump's election win
Donald Trump is returning to the White House after voters elected him the 47th president of the United States. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News special coverage.
Donald Trump elected president again
Former President Donald Trump has been elected president once again, CBS News projects. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special coverage.
Trump speaks to reporters after voting
Former President Donald Trump cast his ballot in Palm Beach, Florida, for Election Day 2024. After voting, Trump spoke to reporters and said he felt very confident about his race with Vice President Kamala Harris.
Philadelphia voters head to the polls
Pennsylvania is one of the key battleground states this Election Day, evidenced by the multiple stops Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump made there throughout their campaigns. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey has more from a polling place in Philadelphia.
Recapping Trump, Harris' final election push
Election Day is here after a sprint down the campaign's home stretch by former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Nancy Cordes break down the final messages the two candidates tried to impart to voters.
Polls open, Election Day underway
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have reached the end of their campaign trails and the polls have opened for Election Day across America. CBS News' Aaron Navarro, Libby Cathey and Fin Gómez have the latest on the candidates' last messages for voters and when we can expect to see results.
Harris, Trump split Dixville Notch vote 3-3
Dixville Notch, a small town in New Hampshire known for casting their presidential ballots at midnight on Election Day, split their vote this year with three votes going for Kamala Harris and three votes going for Donald Trump. There are six registered voters in the unincorporated township -- four Republicans and two independents, who also make up the entirety of the area's population.
Trump makes final sprint before Election Day
As Election Day closes in, former President Donald Trump made stops in the battleground states of North Carolina and Pennsylvania. He is ending the day in Michigan, where he wrapped up his campaigns in 2016 and 2020. Caitlin Huey Burns has details.
Inside the wait for Pennsylvania's results
Pennsylvania's ballot counting lasted days in 2020, but will that be the case again in 2024? CBS News Pittsburgh political reporter Jon Delano reports on why the count took so long in 2020 and how things could look in 2024.
Breaking down the Iowa poll with Harris ahead
The Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa poll over the weekend showed Kamala Harris with a 47% to 44% lead among likely voters over Donald Trump. Amanda Rooker, chief political reporter for KCCI Des Moines, joined CBS News to discuss the numbers.
FBI warns of deepfakes before Election Day
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is warning the public about two videos falsely claiming to be from the FBI on election security. One mentions the apprehension of groups committing ballot fraud and the other has to do with second gentleman Doug Emhoff. The bureau stresses that the videos are not authentic, are not from the FBI and the content they depict is false. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.
Kamala Harris blanketing Pennsylvania
Vice President Kamala Harris is cross-crossing Pennsylvania Monday as she works to shore up support in the pivotal battleground state in her final day on the campaign trail. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Breaking down Trump's last campaign weekend
Former President Donald Trump suggested he wouldn't mind if someone shot at members of the press while speaking about the bulletproof glass he was protected by Sunday at a rally in Pennsylvania. CBS News campaign reporter Libby Cathey has more on Trump's comments.
Possible paths to victory for Trump, Harris
Elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto has a look at the latest CBS News polling just one day before Election Day with insight on how Donald Trump or Kamala Harris could win the White House.
Steps taken to preserve election integrity
This election cycle has seen an unprecedented focus on election integrity and efforts to keep Americans' faith in the voting process. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has more on what authorities are doing to ensure a secure and fair election.
1 day until Election Day for Trump and Harris
With one day to go until Election Day, Donald Trump's campaign is trying to walk back comments from the former president at a rally on Sunday where he said, "And to get me somebody would have to shoot through the fake news. And I don't mind that so much. I don't mind that." Trump was speaking about the bulletproof glass he's surrounded by at his outdoor rallies when he made the remark. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is focusing on getting people out to vote. CBS News' Nikole Killion, Weijia Jiang and Anthony Salvanto have the latest news with one day to go in the campaign.
Trump hits three battleground states
Former President Donald Trump held campaign events in Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia on Sunday. Nikole Killion reports.
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Deaths, travel chaos mount as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees skies full of missiles as American allies take hits and deaths mount along with concern the conflict could spread.
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.
3 U.S. service members killed in military operation against Iran, CENTCOM says
U.S. Central Command said Sunday that three American service members were killed and five others were seriously wounded as part of the military operation in Iran.
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.
CIA intelligence led to strike that killed Khamenei in Iran, source says
The CIA had tracked Khamenei's location for several months before the strike that killed him, a person familiar with the matter tells CBS News.
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.
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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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.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Tom Cotton and Chris Murphy join Margaret Brennan.
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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.
Book excerpt: "Streetwise" by Lloyd Blankfein
In his new memoir, the former CEO of Goldman Sachs writes about a life that stretched from the projects of New York City to the pinnacle of Wall Street.
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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.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 1, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sens. Tom Cotton and Chris Murphy join Margaret Brennan.
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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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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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Deaths, travel chaos mount as Iran lashes out at America's Gulf allies
Day 3 of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran sees skies full of missiles as American allies take hits and deaths mount along with concern the conflict could spread.
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.
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.
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.
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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."
Neil Sedaka: An appreciation
David Pogue looks back at the career of the singer-songwriter whose Top 10 hits included such classics as "Oh, Carol," "Calendar Girl," "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do," and "Laughter in the Rain."
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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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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.
Body of notorious cartel boss "El Mencho" returned to family
Mexico's attorney general's office said it performed genetic tests to match the cartel leader's remains to the family.
Actor Shia LaBeouf arrested again on battery charge in New Orleans
Shia LaBeouf, who was charged with battery after police say he punched several people outside a New Orleans bar earlier this month, was arrested again on Saturday.
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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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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Talarico on his economic message, Crockett
Texas State Rep. James Talarico, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate, speaks with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe about his affordability platform, his primary opponent U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett and more.
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CBS News' Noel Brennan hits a frozen lake in Wisconsin to go ice sailing.
Americans stranded in the Middle East
Airstrikes have stranded thousands of Americans who were traveling to or through the Middle East. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Who takes over in Iran with Khamenei dead?
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed along with about 40 other senior members of the Islamic Republic regime in the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Saturday. Matt Gutman has more on the succession plan.
Trump releases new statement on Iran
President Trump released a new statement on Iran Sunday, saying, "Combat operations continue at this time in full force, and they will continue until all of our objectives are achieved." Willie James Inman reports.