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Reps. Keith Ellison, John Conyers send social media company a letter asking it to outline its policies on hate speech and advertising
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Reps. Keith Ellison, John Conyers send social media company a letter asking it to outline its policies on hate speech and advertising
"Things happened on our platform in this election that should not have happened" said Facebook COO Sandberg
Fewer than half of the ads -- which ran between 2015 and 2017 -- were seen before the election, with 56 percent of them seen after the election
The move comes amid growing scrutiny for Facebook to reveal more details in how Russian trolls purchased ads during the election
"For the ways my work was used to divide people rather than bring us together, I ask forgiveness and I will work to do better," Zuckerberg says
Zuckerberg said he regretted that he called it "crazy" that Facebook influenced the 2016 election
Republican Sen. Richard Burr said his committee, its House counterpart and special counsel Robert Mueller are not just interested in Facebook
Then-President Obama reportedly tried to give Facebook's CEO a wake-up call right after the 2016 election
Rise in company's stock price will allow billionaire CEO to finance his philanthropy while retaining voting control
Tech giant was under significant criticism for how it may have allowed Russians to affect the election outcome
Silicon Valley leaders are taking a stand as President Trump sets his sights on ending the "Dreamer" program
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates tops Forbes' list of the richest Americans for the 18th straight year and Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg is the biggest gainer - up over $10 billion. Scott Pelley reports.
The Facebook founder brings on his latest politically-tied hire to his philanthropic initiative
Facebook's two chatbots raise questions about future of artificial intelligence
Mark Zuckerberg criticized Elon Musk's recent comment that AI poses a "fundamental risk to the existence of human civilization"
A spokeswoman for the department said it was done to save money, not to mute criticism over climate change
Mark Zuckerberg, the 26-yr.-old founder and CEO of mega-social media site Facebook, talks to Lesley Stahl about his life and his business, now worth an estimated $35 billion.
Mark Zuckerberg, the 26-yr.-old founder and CEO of mega-social media site Facebook, talks to Lesley Stahl about his life and his business, now worth an estimated $35 billion.
As social network marks new milestone, Mark Zuckerberg says it must bring people "closer together"
"If I get through this speech today, it'll be the first time I actually finish something here at Harvard," Zuckerberg said
Officials found the 15-year girl unresponsive with a pulse and she's expected to recover
The Facebook CEO with the sterling resume appears to be mulling a run for national office -- and that should provoke some concern
Facebook plans to have a total of 7,500 employees reviewing complaints about videos, but CEO Mark Zuckerberg stopped short of promising to actively monitor live streams
Both profits and revenue exceeded Wall Street forecasts as monthly active users climbed closer to 2 billion
Facebook CEO asked staff to find Democrats who voted for President Trump in November
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened "immediately," once the memorandum of understanding is signed.
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The Trump administration deported a group of roughly 20 migrants from Afghanistan, Iran and other nations to the Central African Republic, one of the world's poorest countries.
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
Lifeguard Charlie Verco said he was on his paddleboard when he saw the 11-foot shark emerge and attack a swimmer.
The White House is readying for Sunday's UFC event as questions remain over peace negotiations with Iran. Plus, the U.S. dominated Paraguay 4-1 in the team's first World Cup game.
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Mind Over Matter."
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Evergreen."
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Different Kind of Love."
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
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.
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
Timothy Hudson, 16, has been charged with the death and sexual assault of his stepsister, Anna Kepner, who was on a Carnival cruise ship with her family when she was killed. Hudson's step-grandmother, Sonya Ziske, spoke to CBS News about Kepner's death, blaming parental irresponsibility as a major factor. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is in San Antonio on Saturday, and the big question is whether the Knicks clinch or the Spurs survive. Game 4 was the most-watched game ever on social media with 3 billion views and counting. Doug Williams reports from San Antonio.
This week, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The much higher fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs. But some business owners say the U.S. depends on that talent. Shanelle Kaul reports.
The Royal family gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace on Saturday to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flyover in celebration of the king. Holly Williams has more from London.
The heat is on for the World Cup and so is the temperature. Saturday's matches will be played with the mercury in the 80s. Nicole Valdes reports on the U.S.'s dominating debut.
Despite President Trump's optimism that a deal with Iran could come as early as Sunday, Iranian leaders insist any deal with the White House is still days away. Imtiaz Tyab reports.