Labor Secretary Alex Acosta resigns
Labor Secretary Alex Acosta has defended his handling of an old plea deal involving wealthy investor Jeffrey Epstein. But on Friday, he announced his resignation. Paula Reid has the latest.
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Several Epstein properties to be investigated
Jeffrey Epstein may have committed crimes in multiple locations. The billionaire, who was accused of sex trafficking, was arrested last week. Investigators are now scouring his real estate holdings from New Mexico to his private islands. Laura Podesta reports.
Prosecutors urge no bail for Jeffrey Epstein
Federal prosecutors revealed in court Monday that authorities found "piles of cash," "dozens of diamonds," and an expired passport with Jeffrey Epstein's picture and a fake name during a raid of his Manhattan mansion earlier this month. The judge will decide Thursday whether to grant bail on the sex trafficking charges. CBS News' Tom Hanson reports on the hearing, and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss the factors the judge will consider.
Jeffrey Epstein accuser speaks out
At a news conference with her lawyers, a woman named Courtney Wild spoke out about allegations that disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abused her as a teen. "No matter who you are or how much money you have, you do not have the right to abuse anyone," she said.
Epstein lawyers push for house arrest
Wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein is facing a judge in New York as his lawyers push for house arrest during a bail hearing. Epstein is charged with child sex trafficking for allegedly abusing dozens of girls. CBS News chief legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with the latest on the case.
Epstein denied bail in sex trafficking case
A federal judge in New York ruled that wealthy financier Jeffrey Epstein must remain behind bars until trial on charges of sexually abusing numerous teen girls. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN with more on the breaking news.
The latest on Jeffrey Epstein and Michael Cohen
Already, it's been a big week for high-profile legal cases. Newly unsealed documents pertaining to Michael Cohen shows Trump's alleged involvement in a hush money scheme. Disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein recently had his bail request denied. Criminal defense attorney Vinoo Varghese breaks down the two major cases.
Jeffrey Epstein found injured in jail cell
Financier Jeffrey Epstein was found injured on the floor of his New York City jail cell. Epstein was arrested earlier this month on sex trafficking and conspiracy charges for allegedly sexually abusing underage girls from 2002 to 2005. Mola Lenghi reports.
Jeffrey Epstein expected to appear in court
Jeffrey Epstein is expected to appear in federal court in New York today. The disgraced financier is in jail, awaiting trial. He is accused of sexually abusing dozens of underage girls, some as young as 14 years old. Mola Lenghi reports.
Epstein dies after release of documents
Jeffrey Epstein was found unresponsive in a New York City jail cell, and he was pronounced dead at a hospital. The financier was facing federal sex trafficking charges. His death comes a day after the release of thousands of documents from a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims Epstein kept her as a sex slave. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi joins CBSN to discuss.
What happens now in Epstein cases?
Financier Jeffrey Epstein was found unresponsive in a New York City jail cell and was later pronounced dead. He has been accused of abusing multiple girls over a number of years and was facing federal sex trafficking charges. Attorney Deborah Blum joins CBSN to discuss.
Jeffrey Epstein's apparent suicide leads to investigation
Jeffrey Epstein, the financier whose extravagant lifestyle came crashing down after his arrest on charges that he ran a sex trafficking ring, apparently killed himself in prison on Saturday morning. The FBI and the New York City medical examiners office are investigating his death. Mola Lenghi reports.
Investigations into Epstein's death continue
The FBI and the Office of the Inspector General at the Department of Justice are investigating the death of Jeffrey Epstein. The 66-year-old was found dead Saturday morning in his Manhattan jail cell in an apparent suicide. Mola Lenghi has the latest.
What Epstein death means for alleged victims
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what recourse Jeffrey Epstein's alleged victims have for seeking justice following his apparent suicide in a New York City jail over the weekend.
How Epstein's accusers feel about his death
Miami Herald investigative reporter Julie Brown spent more than two years looking into the Jeffrey Epstein case. She published a series of articles on his secret plea deal, identified 80 of Epstein’s alleged victims, and spoke with about a dozen of them. Brown joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how some of his alleged victims she spoke with are feeling since his death.
Investigation expands into Epstein's death
The Justice Department is investigating the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein behind bars. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi reports from the detention facility where Epstein was found dead over the weekend, while "48 Hours" producer Murray Weiss joins CBSN with a closer look at the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death.
Demands for justice after Epstein's death
There are growing calls for answers after the death of Jeffrey Epstein, who apparently killed himself inside a Manhattan jail cell. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi has the latest, and Miami Herald investigative reporter Julie K. Brown joins CBSN to discuss what's next for the alleged victims.
Barr "appalled" by Epstein's death in jail
Attorney General William Barr expressed outrage over the death of accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein in federal jail. The attorney general emphasized that any co-conspirators will still face justice, and the circumstances surrounding Epstein's death will be thoroughly investigated.
Why do people love conspiracy theories?
Jeffrey Epstein’s apparent suicide has led to widespread speculation and theories about how he died. The disgraced financier’s body was found inside his Manhattan jail cell over the weekend. One source tells CBS News Epstein hanged himself. Psychiatrist Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why people continue to be fascinated by conspiracy theories.
New details on Epstein's prison guards
One of the two guards on duty at the time of Jeffrey Epstein's death was reportedly a substitute who didn't typically work as a corrections officer. This comes as Congress, the Justice Department and FBI launch investigations. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to take us through the latest developments.
Reports may have been falsified on Epstein
There are new developments in the investigation into the apparent suicide of Jeffrey Epstein. A law enforcement source told CBS News corrections officers may have falsified reports they checked on Epstein. Mola Lenghi reports.
New details emerge in Jeffrey Epstein's death
The mystery of Jeffrey Epstein's apparent suicide may be deepening with new information from the jail where the accused sex trafficker died. Attorney General William Barr has reassigned the warden in charge of that jail in Manhattan -- and two staffers who were assigned to watch Epstein were placed on leave. Sources tell CBS News that unreleased surveillance footage shows guards did not make some of the checks on Epstein that they logged before his death. Mola Lenghi reports.
Epstein accuser sues Ghislaine Maxwell
One of Jeffrey Epstein's alleged victims has filed a civil lawsuit that targets not only the multimillionaire's estate, but also his alleged co-conspirators, including British socialite and Epstein’s ex-girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell. The suit also accuses three other females, referred to as the recruiter, the secretary, and the maid. None of the women have been charged, and Maxwell vehemently denies the allegations. Mola Lenghi reports.
Epstein accusers turn to alleged associates
There are more firsthand accounts from alleged sex abuse victims of Jeffrey Epstein. Epstein's estate and his alleged associates are facing new lawsuits through the Child Victims Act, despite his apparent suicide. Mola Lenghi reports.
Report raises questions about Epstein's death
The Washington Post reports Jeffrey Epstein's autopsy shows he had several broken bones in the neck, including the hyoid bone, which is commonly associated with murder by strangulation. This comes as Epstein's accusers file lawsuits against his estate and alleged accomplices. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi has the latest on the case, while CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss new developments.
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Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
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Ohio man charged with threatening to kill Vance, processing child abuse files
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Ohio man charged with threatening to kill Vance, processing child abuse files
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Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
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Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
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Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
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Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
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Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
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Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
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See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
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Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
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Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
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Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
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4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
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Best books for Valentine's Day
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The Barr Brothers perform "Naturally"
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The Barr Brothers perform "Run Right Into It"
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
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Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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How will AI transform the workforce?
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Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
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Cow develops technique to scratch herself
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
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Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
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NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
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NASA delays Artemis II launch
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NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
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