How much will Republicans' ethics woes factor into midterm messaging for Democrats?
With indictments or convictions of a handful of Republicans and people close to the president, Democrats have ammunition — but will they use it?
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Enquirer-Trump ties go way beyond tabloid fodder
The paper's pro-Trump political activities now raise questions about whether parent AMI is really a media company
Trump says "flipping" like Cohen should be "illegal," rips Sessions
President tells Fox News that his former attorney and fixer implicated him in his fraud trial in order to get a better deal with prosecutors
Democrats threaten to delay Kavanaugh hearing
Members of Congress from both parties say it's too early to talk about impeachment in the wake of Michael Cohen's plea bargain. But Senate Democrats are using that case of President Trump's former lawyer to try and delay confirmation hearings for the Supreme Court nominee, Judge Brett Kavanaugh. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump says hush money came from personal fund
President Trump now says his money was used to silence two women about alleged affairs. In a new interview, the president says he didn't know about Michael Cohen paying Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal until "later on." Major Garrett reports.
Commentary: Will Michael Cohen's guilty plea take Trump down? No
All is still well with the embattled commander-in-chief, his supporters say
Trump contradicts Cohen
President Trump denied Wednesday any prior knowledge of payments to two women claimed to have had affairs with him, directly contradicting his former attorney. Weijia Jiang, CBS News White House correspondent joins CBSN to analyze the legal jeopardy the president could face.
Why Michael Cohen plea deal is significant
President Trump's former lawyer, Michael Cohen, and onetime campaign chairman Paul Manafort are now convicted felons, putting new legal pressure on the president. "CBS This Morning" co-host John Dickerson explains why this moment is significant and different from past drama.
Michael Cohen's plea
President Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen is now a convicted felon after pleading guilty to charges including campaign finance violations. CBS News' Major Garrett and Paula Reid explain what this means for the president.
Cohen's attorney says Trump committed crime
President Trump's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen has pleaded guilty to eight federal charges, and he says Mr. Trump directed him to pay hush money to two women who alleged they had affairs with him. Cohen's attorney, Lanny Davis, joins CBSN to discuss his client's case and the president's alleged involvement.
Trump reacts to Michael Cohen guilty plea
President Trump took to Twitter on Wednesday to slam his former attorney and personal fixer Michael Cohen for pleading guilty to a series of charges including tax fraud and campaign finance violations. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett has more on the latest developments.
What Cohen's plea says about Trump and campaign finance violations
President Trump's former lawyer Michael Cohen implicated the president by pleading guilty to campaign finance violations Tuesday
The Stormy Daniels 60 Minutes interview
The adult-film star and director is being threatened with financial ruin, but she wants to set the record straight about her alleged affair with Donald Trump
New York state investigators subpoena Michael Cohen in Trump Foundation probe
New York state investigators are probing whether the Trump Foundation violated state law
Cohen plea fuels impeachment talk
Democrats are being cautious with talk of impeachment after Michael Cohen implicated the president as part of his guilty plea. CBSN political contributor Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to explain how this could impact midterm messaging.
Trump awards Medal of Honor to late airman
President Trump presented the medal to the widow of Tech. Sgt. John A. Chapman at the White House on Wednesday
Trump says that he knew about Cohen's payments "later on"
President Trump also said in an interview with "Fox & Friends" that he believes the majority of the media is "fake news"
White House says Manafort case and Trump unrelated
Sanders also said that she is "not aware of any conversations" regarding a potential president pardon for Paul Manafort
Trump defends Manafort, accuses Cohen of making up stories to get a "deal"
Trump's comments come a day after Cohen pleaded guilty to eight counts, including two campaign finance violations
Of all the things Trump has been called, "Individual 1" may be the most damaging
There has been a lot of drama in the Trump presidency, but now a man with access to Mr. Trump's intimate secrets says the president directed a crime
Cohen pleads guilty, implicates Trump
President Trump is under new legal pressure after Michael Cohen, his former lawyer and fixer, said under oath that the president told him to break the law. Cohen accepted a government plea deal Tuesday at the end of a frantic day in two separate courtrooms, which ended with both him and former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort as convicted felons. Jeff Pegues reports.
Cohen attorney: Trump would be "indicted"
Michael Cohen's attorney, Lanny Davis, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss why it's "indisputable" that President Trump's lawyers told special counsel in the Russia investigation that Mr. Trump directed Cohen to make illegal payments. He also says Cohen has knowledge that may be of interest to the special counsel relating to election hacking.
Trump reaction amid Cohen, Manafort verdicts
At a campaign-style rally in West Virginia on Tuesday night, President Trump largely ignored the courtroom drama and guilty verdicts of his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, and his former campaign chairman, Paul Manafort. Instead he repeated familiar attacks on the Russia investigation. Major Garrett reports.
Cohen's lawyer says Trump "would be indicted and jailed" if he weren't president
"He committed a crime. He should be indicted," Lanny Davis said of President Trump on "CBS This Morning"
Michael Cohen pleads guilty
Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court Tuesday to eight counts, including two campaign finance violations related to attempts to pay money to silence women he believed could be detrimental to a campaign in order to influence the 2016 election. Watch Deputy U.S. Attorney Robert Khuzami's remarks here.
House again rebukes Trump over Iran, while similar effort stalls in Senate
The votes in Congress follow the deaths of several U.S. service members who were killed in Iranian attacks, and as the cost of the war escalates.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
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Trump threatens Iran and Houthis amid signs of U.S. military buildup
The U.S. moves more refueling planes to the Mideast and adds medics at a major military hospital as the war with Iran spreads to another key waterway.
FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
Man shot and killed by police in Madison, Wisconsin, sparking protests
Madison's chief of police says an officer in Wisconsin's capital city shot and killed a man who had injured him with a knife while resisting arrest.
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Former model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his Paris home
A former model who accused Jeffrey Epstein associate Daniel Siad of rape says his death in Paris is "very disappointing," as he never faced justice.
FDA panel to consider loosening regulations for some peptides
The FDA panel will review seven peptides and decide if they should be added to a list of substances that can be safely produced by compounding pharmacies.
Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
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Senate fails to advance latest attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
NYPD says dozens rescued from human trafficking during World Cup
There were 89 people arrested in the New York area over the course of the World Cup for involvement in human-trafficking rings, the NYPD said.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
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1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Global oil prices hit $100 a barrel amid attacks in Red Sea
The last time global oil prices settled above $100 was on May 22, data from FactSet shows.
Google fined $1 billion by EU over its Play app store and search engine
The EU fined Google 890 million euros ($1 billion) after it said the tech giant broke digital antitrust regulations by setting up Google Play and its search engine to steer consumers toward its own services and apps over others'.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
Pastor sues OpenAI alleging ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed him
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
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Senate fails to advance latest attempt to limit Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate rejected an attempt to rein in President Trump's war powers in Iran, soon after the House adopted a separate measure rebuking the president amid escalations in the conflict in recent days.
Member of Vance's Secret Service detail under investigation for leaking
The Secret Service said a member of Vice President JD Vance's detail is under investigation for "compromising operational and information security."
House again rebukes Trump over Iran, while similar effort stalls in Senate
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Navy withholding sailors' service history, in another curb on press access
The U.S. Navy is taking a major step to restrict press access to information about service members by no longer releasing information about any sailor's service history.
Vance Boelter gets 2 life terms and more in Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Vance Boelter, the man who admitted in court to shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, was sentenced to two life terms in prison followed by 40 years Thursday morning.
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FDA says new cyclospora outbreak linked to unspecified product
Federal health officials said they've identified a new outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, but the source hasn't been specified.
FDA panel to consider loosening regulations for some peptides
The FDA panel will review seven peptides and decide if they should be added to a list of substances that can be safely produced by compounding pharmacies.
1.6 million eggs are recalled over potential salmonella contamination
The recall affects white-shell and cage-free eggs sold under multiple grocery brands in six states. No illnesses have been reported.
Pastor sues over ChatGPT medical advice
A pastor in Florida is suing OpenAI after he used ChatGPT for medical advice and received suggestions that he claims caused him to delay necessary treatment. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Pastor sues OpenAI alleging ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed him
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
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Middle East oil producers step up plans to bypass the Strait of Hormuz
As Iran's attacks keep ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to a trickle and oil prices surge, Gulf states are planning to invest billions in pipeline alternatives.
Former model scout linked to Jeffrey Epstein found dead in his Paris home
A former model who accused Jeffrey Epstein associate Daniel Siad of rape says his death in Paris is "very disappointing," as he never faced justice.
Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
5,700 more deaths than usual recorded in France during heat wave
France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency.
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From the archives: Legendary late-night producer Peter Lassally
Peter Lassally, the fabled TV executive for such late-night hosts as Johnny Carson and David Letterman, and a mentor for many rising comedians, died July 19, 2026 at age 93. In this March 11, 2018 "Sunday Morning" profile, correspondent Mo Rocca talked with Lassally (affectionately dubbed "The Host Whisperer") about working with the kings of late-night. Lassally also talks about his childhood, part of which was spent in Nazi concentration camps, and also about whether he has had joy in his life.
Aisha Tyler on "Criminal Minds" journey
"Criminal Minds" star Aisha Tyler was only supposed to be in six episodes of the show, but her journey on the series has now spanned over a decade. She tells "CBS Mornings" how her role has impacted her in real life and what it was like to work with guest star Connor Storrie from "Heated Rivalry."
James Norton talks "House of the Dragon"
Actor James Norton describes what it is like to play a villain in "House of the Dragon," which is a prequel to "Game of Thrones" and reveals which scene made him nearly faint during shooting.
Luke Bracey on "Little House on the Prairie"
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
Anson Mount previews new "Star Trek" season
Anson Mount previews the fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." He talks about his introduction to "Star Trek" and why he thinks it's the best season yet.
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Pastor sues OpenAI over ChatGPT advice
Florida pastor Scott Winters claims in his lawsuit against OpenAI that ChatGPT's poor medical recommendations sent him to the hospital. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent sat down with Winters to discuss his experience.
Man sues OpenAI over medical advice
A former pastor is speaking out, claiming ChatGPT's guidance landed him in the hospital. He's now suing OpenAI and its CEO. The company said, in part, "ChatGPT is not a doctor and should never be used as a substitute for medical care." Jo Ling Kent reports.
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.
Details on OpenAI system's unprompted hack
ChatGPT developer OpenAI says its artificial intelligence systems hacked into another AI company without prompting. Connor Leahy, U.S. director for ControlAI, joins CBS News to discuss.
Machine learning professor on OpenAI attack
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, says one of its artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked another AI company. Neil Lawrence, professor of machine learning at the University of Cambridge, joins to assess the claim.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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NYPD says dozens rescued from human trafficking during World Cup
There were 89 people arrested in the New York area over the course of the World Cup for involvement in human-trafficking rings, the NYPD said.
Man fatally shot by police in Wisconsin
Protesters gathered after police in Madison, Wisconsin, fatally shot a man during an attempted arrest. The man was armed with a knife and injured an officer before he was shot, police said. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Judge sets June trial date for Maduro
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro faces drug trafficking charges in the U.S. and is scheduled to go on trial in June 2027. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman explains what to expect from Maduro's legal proceedings.
New details on Nolan Wells' cause of death
Independent autopsy results commissioned by Nolan Wells' family found the cause and manner of the 18-year-old's death were undetermined, pending further investigation. Wells died during a July Fourth boating trip with friends.
Protests after police shooting in Wisconsin
Four police officers are on leave after a man who was allegedly armed with a knife was shot and killed in Madison, Wisconsin, on Wednesday. Within hours of the deadly shooting, there were protests and a vigil held for the man. Mark Strassmann has more.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
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Trump adds contingency to U.S.-Saudi Arabia deal
President Trump said Thursday on social media that Saudi Arabia must agree to join the Abraham Accords as a contingency on a U.S.-Saudi Arabia nuclear agreement. In a separate post, he threatened Iran and its Houthi allies with "major military punishment." CBS News' Kathryn Watson has more.
Secret Service warns of more threats
The Secret Service is warning about a rise in threats ahead of the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner, which is set for Friday. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has the latest.
U.S. moves B-1 bombers, refueling jets
The U.S. is moving B-1 bombers and refueling jets, as well as medical personnel, deeper into the Middle East. CBS News national security analyst Aaron MacLean has more on what it could mean.
Judge to hear arguments DOJ's NYT subpoenas
A federal judge is set to hear arguments on the Justice Department's subpoenas of The New York Times journalists over reports about President Trump's Qatari-donated Air Force One. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
House votes to limit Trump's war powers
The House passed a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers and direct him to end military operations in Iran after four Republicans joined Democrats on the vote. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.