Judge orders porn star Stormy Daniels to pay Trump $293K in legal fees
A federal judge ordered the adult film star to pay the president's legal fees for the failed defamation lawsuit she brought against him
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Michael Avenatti giving up Ferrari and other assets in divorce
Michael Avenatti, the lawyer for Stormy Daniels, has agreed to turn over to his estranged wife a corporate jet, Ferrari and other assets as part of their divorce settlement
Avenatti not running for president in 2020
Michael Avenatti, Stormy Daniels' lawyer and an outspoken Trump critic, announced on Twitter he will not run for president in 2020.
Michael Avenatti announces he will not run for president
Stormy Daniels' lawyer considered a presidential bid, even visiting Iowa and New Hampshire to explore a run
Trump lawyers seek $800K from Stormy Daniels for failed defamation suit
Attorney Charles Harder says sanctions would serve as a deterrent against a "repeat filer of frivolous defamation cases"
Los Angeles prosecutor declines felony case against Michael Avenatti
Los Angeles district attorney referred allegations that he roughed up his girlfriend to the city attorney for a possible misdemeanor case
Judge grants actress a restraining order against Michael Avenatti
Avenatti said in a tweet, "I am a target. And I will be exonerated."
Stormy Daniels reacts to Avenatti arrest
Speaking at Oxford University, the adult film star answered questions about her attorney, Michael Avenatti, who is facing allegations of domestic violence, and whether or not she would support him in a presidential bid.
Stormy Daniels responds to abuse allegations against her lawyer
Stormy Daniels says she will fire her lawyer Michael Avenatti if the domestic violence charges against him are true
Michael Avenatti speaks out after arrest
Michael Avenatti, the lawyer for an adult film star allegedly paid off by President Trump, faces a felony charge of domestic violence. Police arrested Avenatti in Los Angeles Wednesday. He was freed on bail. Avenatti told reporters the charge is false and he expects to be cleared.
Michael Avenatti arrested on suspicion of domestic violence
Stormy Daniels' attorney and prominent Trump critic has said he's mulling a 2020 presidential run
Michael Avenatti accused of domestic violence
A law enforcement source tells CBS News that Michael Avenatti, the lawyer for adult film star Stormy Daniels, is in custody on suspicion of domestic violence. Avenatti represents Daniels in her ongoing legal battle against the president. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues reports.
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Michael Avenatti in custody on suspicion of domestic violence; 10-year-old tour guide charms tourists in Japanese garden
Grassley refers Avenatti for second criminal investigation
The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee alleges the lawyer submitted a fraudulent sworn statement to the committee about Brett Kavanaugh
Senate Judiciary chair seeks Avenatti probe
Attorney Michael Avenatti and one of his clients could face a criminal investigation stemming from the Brett Kavanaugh Supreme Court confirmation. His client, Julie Swetnick, is one of several women who accused Kavanaugh of sexual misconduct. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley claims Avenatti and Swetnick made false allegations. Paula Reid reports.
Avenatti fires back at Senate Republicans over potential criminal probe
Sen. Chuck Grassley called for a probe over allegations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh
FBI fires back
Lawyer Michael Avenatti is responding to Sen. Chuck Grassley, who asked the FBI investigate whether he conspired with Julie Swetnick to make false statements concerning Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Swetnick claims Kavanaugh and his friends spiked drinks at high school parties. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Michael Avenatti says 2020 Democratic nominee "better be a white male"
Stormy Daniels' lawyer has been talked about as a potential presidential contender in 2020
Grassley refers Avenatti, Swetnick for criminal investigation
The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee accused Avenatti of making false statements to Congress and obstructing a Senate investigation
Stormy Daniels' defamation suit thrown out
A federal judge has dismissed Stormy Daniels' defamation lawsuit against President Trump. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN from the White House to explain the ruling.
Judge dismisses Stormy Daniels' defamation suit against Trump
In dismissing suit, judge said Trump's tweet was "hyperbolic statement" against political adversary
Judge dismisses Stormy Daniels lawsuit
A federal judge has dismissed porn actress Stormy Daniels' defamation lawsuit against President Trump. U.S. District Judge S. James Otero issued the order Monday in Los Angeles. Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, alleges she had an affair with Mr. Trump in 2006 and sued him in April after he said a composite sketch of a man she said threatened her in 2011 to keep quiet about an alleged affair with the real estate mogul was a "con job."
Prominent Democrats reject taking the high road as a viable political strategy
Hillary Clinton and Eric Holder propose that Democrats take a harder line when running against Republicans
What we know about FBI's Kavanaugh inquiry
Senate Republicans plan to vote on Judge Brett Kavanaugh's nomination to the Supreme Court as soon as the weekend after the FBI wrapped up its supplemental background check into claims of misconduct made against the judge. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins CBSN to discuss the FBI review and what could come next.
Trump declares Kavanaugh accusations "false"
The president took questions for nearly an hour and a half, calling accusations against his Supreme Court pick "a big, fat con job"
Helicopter carrying Iranian president suffers "hard landing," state media reports
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was traveling in Iran's East Azerbaijan province when the helicopter was forced to land due to weather. A rescue is underway.
Stefanik to rebuke Biden and praise Trump in address to Israeli parliament
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York excoriated Biden over a paused weapons shipment to Israel in her address to the Knesset.
Abortion access finds wide support, but inflation, immigration fears propel Trump
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
U.S. and Saudi Arabia near potentially historic security deal
United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salam on Saturday to discuss a potentially historic bilateral agreement between the two nations.
Rudy Giuliani served indictment in Arizona fake elector case
The former New York mayor was served after his 80th birthday celebration as he was walking to the car, a political adviser said.
Dali set to be refloated Monday, nearly 8 weeks after Key Bridge collapse
Dali, the cargo ship that crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore before its collapse, is set to be refloated Monday after weeks of salvage efforts requiring the use of giant floating cranes and explosives.
At least 27 killed in central Gaza airstrike as U.S. envoy visits the region
At least 27 people, mainly women and children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike in central Gaza.
Lawmakers come to last minute deal to keep Uber, Lyft in Minnesota
Lawmakers on Saturday night came to a last minute deal to keep the rideshare companies, Uber and Lyft, in the state.
Gabby Douglas falters, Simone Biles shines at Olympic qualifying event
Simone Biles and Gabby Douglas are attempting to secure their ticket to the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
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At least 27 killed in central Gaza airstrike as U.S. envoy visits the region
At least 27 people, mainly women and children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike in central Gaza.
Gabby Douglas falters, Simone Biles shines at Olympic qualifying event
Simone Biles and Gabby Douglas are attempting to secure their ticket to the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
Poll: Abortion rights draws support as most in Florida call current law "too strict"
Trump leads comfortably in Florida, as more say he'd improve their finances.
Abortion access finds wide support, but inflation, immigration fears propel Trump
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
Designer David Rockwell on "celebrating a sense of ritual"
The founder of the design firm Rockwell Group (whose portfolio includes Hollywood's Dolby Theatre, hospitals, hotels, stage sets, and restaurants) talks about the trademark elements he brings to projects, including a virtual revamp of the "Sunday Morning" set.
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Samsung trolls Apple after failed iPad Pro "crush" ad
Samsung piles on with its on ad after Apple apologizes for a spot that it acknowledged "missed the mark."
Dow closes above 40,000 for first time, notching new milestone
Wall Street investors are increasingly confident of a soft landing for the U.S. economy, pushing financial markets to new highs.
Chevy Bolt owners win $150 million settlement after EVs caught fire
Some owners of the electric vehicle will be eligible for compensation of up to $1,400 because of a battery problem that caused fires.
TikTok says it's testing letting users post 60-minute videos
TikTok is allowing select users to upload longer-form videos as the social media app looks to compete with YouTube.
Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama vote against joining the UAW
Employees of the German luxury car maker reject membership in the United Auto Workers after a contentious campaign.
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Transcript: Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates on "Face the Nation," May 19, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with former Defense Secretary Robert Gates that aired on May 19, 2024.
Poll: Abortion rights draws support as most in Florida call current law "too strict"
Trump leads comfortably in Florida, as more say he'd improve their finances.
Abortion access finds wide support, but inflation, immigration fears propel Trump
Is the issue of abortion offsetting the drag on President Biden stemming from inflation nationally and immigration in a state like Arizona?
Stefanik to rebuke Biden and praise Trump in address to Israeli parliament
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York excoriated Biden over a paused weapons shipment to Israel in her address to the Knesset.
DFL leaders, Gov. Tim Walz say they have a deal to pay drivers more, keep Uber and Lyft operating in Minnesota after threats to exit
Lawmakers on Saturday night came to a last minute deal to keep the rideshare companies, Uber and Lyft, in the state.
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Map shows states where COVID is "likely growing"
Health authorities are watching for signs the virus might be starting to accelerate again after a springtime lull in COVID rates.
Bill to ban most public mask wearing advances in North Carolina
North Carolina Republicans are pushing forward with their plan to repeal a pandemic-era law, citing crime and recent campus protests.
What is hypochlorous acid? The trendy skin care ingredient, explained
Hypochlorous acid is the latest skin care ingredient making waves on social media for acne prevention — but is it true? We asked dermatologists.
Walmart chia seeds sold nationwide recalled due to salmonella
Private-label food supplier recalls 32-ounce pouches of Great Value Organic Black Chia Seeds because of potential contamination.
Surgery patients at lower risk with women doctors, more research shows
A new study finds hospitals with a higher share of women surgeons and and anesthetists shave better patient outcomes.
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At least 27 killed in central Gaza airstrike as U.S. envoy visits the region
At least 27 people, mainly women and children, were killed in an Israeli airstrike in central Gaza.
Helicopter carrying Iranian president suffers "hard landing," state media reports
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was traveling in Iran's East Azerbaijan province when the helicopter was forced to land due to weather. A rescue is underway.
U.S. and Saudi Arabia near potentially historic security deal
United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan met with Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salam on Saturday to discuss a potentially historic bilateral agreement between the two nations.
Stefanik to rebuke Biden and praise Trump in address to Israeli parliament
GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York excoriated Biden over a paused weapons shipment to Israel in her address to the Knesset.
Houthi missile strikes Greek-owned oil tanker in Red Sea, U.S. says
It comes just two days after the Houthis shot down another U.S. military MQ-9 Reaper drone.
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A Monopoly on fun
Monopoly is the top-selling modern board game of all time, available today in 114 countries and 47 languages, and a myriad of variations. Hasbro's senior VP of board games Brian Baker explains to correspondent Susan Spencer the most important design element to a game's success.
Martha Stewart on how to throw a garden tea party
The lifestyle entrepreneur and host of "Martha Gardens" offers tips on preparing a delicious afternoon tea.
Courteney Cox: Designing woman
After studying design and architecture in college, Courteney Cox pursued modeling and acting, and is forever identifiable as "neat freak" Monica in the sitcom "Friends." Now she's an entrepreneur, creating a line of scented products for the home.
Courteney Cox: Designing woman
After studying design and architecture in college, Courteney Cox pursed modeling and acting, and is forever identifiable as "neat freak" Monica Geller in the classic sitcom "Friends." Now she's also an entrepreneur, creating a line of scented products for the home. She talks with correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti about why she was inspired to create Homecourt's cleaning and beauty products; her strong bonds with her "Friends" castmates; and about her early big break, appearing in a Bruce Springsteen music video.
The art of jigsaw puzzles
Five-and-a-half years ago, Conrad Armstrong made a puzzling career change: after retiring as a software engineer, he turned his hobby of creating intricate wooden jigsaw puzzles into a new calling. Correspondent Susan Spencer talks with the Boston-based puzzle-maker about his artistic wooden puzzles, where each piece is designed and cut by hand.
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Behind the wheel of a $3 million car
The Hennessey Venom F5 is not just a sports car; its twin turbo V8 engine can muster more than 1,800 horsepower, almost twice that of a Formula 1 racing car. And yes, you can drive it on the street, for the cool price of $3 million. Correspondent Lee Cowan goes inside the design of a machine that shuns the mundane.
TikTok influencers sue U.S. government
Eight TikTok influencers have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government in an effort to block enactment of a law passed and signed last month that requires TikTok be sold by China-based owner Byte Dance by January, or face a possible nationwide ban. Scott MacFarlane has more.
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.
Samsung trolls Apple after failed iPad Pro "crush" ad
Samsung piles on with its on ad after Apple apologizes for a spot that it acknowledged "missed the mark."
TikTok says it's testing letting users post 60-minute videos
TikTok is allowing select users to upload longer-form videos as the social media app looks to compete with YouTube.
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Discovery of long-lost river may solve ancient pyramid mystery
The 40-mile-long river branch, which ran by the Giza pyramid complex, was hidden under desert and farmland for millennia, scientists said.
New study may solve mystery about warm-blooded dinosaurs
A new study suggests that the first warm-blooded dinosaurs may have roamed Earth about 180 million years ago.
Asia's deadly heat wave was made 45 times more likely for this reason
Extreme heat is known as a "silent killer," and in some areas across Asia, its intensity would have been impossible without one critical factor, a new study found.
Satellite images show what the historic geomagnetic storm looked like from space
Millions of Americans looked to the night sky and snapped magical photos and videos of the northern lights this past weekend during the momentous geomagnetic storm.
Cicadas pee from trees. And they can urinate a lot, a new study finds.
Scientists who study such things have found that cicadas urinate in a jet stream because they consume an incredible volume of fluid during their brief time above ground.
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Was death of a doctor's wife an accident or staged to look like one?
Susann Sills' body was found at the bottom of the staircase of her family's San Clemente, California home. What led up to her death?
3 killed, 3 wounded in early-morning shooting in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus Deputy Chief Gregory Bodker told reporters that officers arrived to find a "very chaotic scene."
Video appears to show Diddy assaulting ex in 2016
Disturbing video obtained by CNN appears to show Sean "Diddy" Combs pushing, kicking and dragging his then-girlfriend Cassandra Ventura in a hotel hallway in 2016. Elise Preston reports.
Paul Pelosi attacker sentenced to 30 years
David DePape, the man convicted of attacking former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband with a hammer inside their San Francisco home in 2022, was sentenced to 30 years in prison on Friday. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.
4 cold case murders in Canada linked to U.S. serial rapist
Police said Gary Allen Srery might also be linked to other unsolved murders and sexual assaults in Western Canada.
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Launch of Boeing's hard-luck Starliner delayed yet again
Ongoing work to resolve a persistent helium leak has pushed the first piloted Starliner flight back at least four more days, to May 25.
Sun emits its largest X-class flare of the solar cycle
The large explosion of energy and light from the sun comes just days after Earth was slammed with the biggest geomagnetic storm in more than 20 years.
Researchers discover "super fluffy" planet with cotton candy-like density
WASP-193b is 50% larger than Jupiter — the largest planet in our solar system — but seven times less massive because of it's extraordinarily low density.
Satellite images show what the historic geomagnetic storm looked like from space
Millions of Americans looked to the night sky and snapped magical photos and videos of the northern lights this past weekend during the momentous geomagnetic storm.
Boeing Starliner launch retargeted for May 21
The oxygen valve that derailed a launch try last week has been replaced, but engineers want more time to verify an unrelated helium leak has been fixed.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Roger Corman, "King of the B Movies" 1926-2024
A look back at the hallowed career of the indie "B-movie" filmmaker, known for exploitation films, monster flicks, and some bizarre movie posters.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
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Here Comes the Sun: Jerry Seinfeld and more
Comedian Jerry Seinfeld sits down with Mo Rocca to discuss his latest film, “Unfrosted,” about the made up tale of Pop-Tarts. Then, Conor Knighton visits Waterford, Ireland, to learn about the history of Waterford Crystal. “Here Comes the Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”
Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" | full interview
Watch the full version of Margaret Brennan's interview with Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates that aired on May 19, 2024, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."
Nature: Weaver birds in South Africa
We leave you this Sunday with weaver birds at South Africa's Kruger National Park. Videographer: Judith Lehmberg.
A Monopoly on fun
Monopoly is the top-selling modern board game of all time, available today in 114 countries and 47 languages, and a myriad of variations. Hasbro's senior VP of board games Brian Baker explains to correspondent Susan Spencer the most important design element to a game's success.
The origin story of Leatherman's "pocket survival tool"
In 1975, Tim Leatherman decided to put his engineering degree to use and see if he could somehow combine a pocket knife with pliers. His tinkering that forged a "multitool" would lead to Leatherman, a Portland, Oregon-based company that specializes in designing foldable jacks-of-many-trades (and many blades), churning out 10,000 a day, each assembled by hand. Correspondent Conor Knighton reports.