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President Trump's former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, pleaded guilty Tuesday to campaign finance violations and fraud charges. Cohen said that in an attempt to influence the 2016 election, he and Mr. Trump arranged to pay off two women who claimed to have affairs with Mr. Trump. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Michael Cohen, President Trump's former lawyer, reached a plea deal with federal prosecutors on Tuesday. Weijia Jiang, CBS News White House correspondent, joins CBSN to discuss what the charges against Cohen entail and what the political fallout could be for Mr. Trump.
Former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort was found guilty Tuesday on 8 counts, while a mistrial was declared on 10 others. Also on Tuesday, President Trump's longtime attorney, Michael Cohen, accepted a plea deal, saying Mr. Trump told him to pay off women who he allegedly had an affair with. Loyola Law School professor Jessica Levinson joined CBSN to discuss the legal implications for both men.
Cohen testified Donald Trump himself directed him to violate the law, Cohen's attorney says
President Trump's former longtime personal attorney pleaded guilty to 8 charges, including campaign finance laws
Paul Manafort was found guilty on 8 of 18 counts in his fraud trial, and the jury was unable to reach a verdict on 10 counts. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid and chief White House correspondent Major Garrett report.
Cohen testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee in September
The former attorney and fixer for President Trump has entered a plea deal with federal prosecutors in New York. He is expected to make a court appearance at 4 p.m Tuesday. CBS News' Paula Reid has more on the latest developments.
Federal authorities are looking into whether Michael Cohen committed bank or tax fraud, violated campaign finance and other laws -- and could file charges by the end of August
The former centerfold model who claims to have had an affair with a top Trump fundraiser was more money beyond a $1.6 million settlement
In a joint press conference with the Italian prime minister, President Trump said he would have "no problem with a shutdown" if Congress resists funding his proposed border wall. He praised Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte for his tough stance in border control. Mr. Trump also said he would be willing to meet with the Iranian prime minister to discuss the nuclear deal. CBS chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
President Trump’s attorney Rudy Giuliani provided some new revelations about Michael Cohen’s secret recordings on "Face the Nation" on Sunday. Giuliani says prosecutors have more than 100 recordings, and about a dozen have to do with the president. He also says discussions over whether President Trump will be interviewed by Robert Mueller has been on hold for several weeks. Errol Barnett reports.
President Trump's attorney Michael Cohen claims the president knew about a controversial meeting between members of his campaign and Russians at Trump Tower in 2016. Also this week, the president defended his immigration policies on Twitter and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo testified in the Senate. Anne Gearan, White House correspondent for the Washington Post, joins CBSN to round up the week's political news.
Giuliani says federal investigators have 183 recordings made by Michael Cohen
"There are 12 others, maybe 11 or 12 others out of the 183, in which the president is discussed at any length by Cohen, mostly with reporters," Giuliani explained
President Trump says he plans to campaign 6 to 7 days a week ahead of the midterms, but this comes as his former attorney, Michael Cohen, says he is willing to cooperate with Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Kevin Cirilli, Bloomberg's chief Washington correspondent, joins CBSN to discuss.
President Trump, without naming Michael Cohen, has lashed out against him on Twitter
CBS News has learned President Trump's former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, claims Mr. Trump knew in advance of the June 2016 Trump Tower meeting with Donald Trump Jr. Cohen is willing to talk to special counsel Robert Mueller. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.
President Trump denies claims made by former lawyer Michael Cohen; Teacher donates kidney to 10 year old student.
Sources tell CBS News that President Trump's former personal attorney, Michael Cohen, is ready to tell the special counsel that then-candidate Trump knew in advance about a 2016 meeting at Trump Tower. The meeting was between his campaign and Russians promising dirt on Hillary Clinton. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid reports.
President Trump is dismissing claims from his former attorney, Michael Cohen, that the president knew about a 2016 meeting at Trump Tower where Russians offered Donald Trump Jr. dirt on Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton.
Michael Cohen, President Trump's former lawyer, is making it clear that he's willing to cooperate with the special counsel's investigation into possible collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign. Paula Reid reports.
Trump's longtime attorney is reportedly willing to tell special counsel that the presidential candidate knew about the meeting in advance
CBS News has confirmed Michael Cohen says President Trump knew about the June 2016 Trump Tower in which Russians offered to provide dirt on Hillary Clinton to Donald Trump Jr. Cohen claims the president knew about the meeting in advance and approved of it. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN to discuss why Cohen may want to tell the special counsel about this and how it could impact the Russia investigation.
President Trump tweeted Wednesday his response to his former lawyer, Michael Cohen, releasing audio from a secret taped conversation, but he refused to answer questions about it in the Oval Office. CBS News Washington correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to break down the implications of the recording.
Vance says the U.S. has accomplished its "core mission" in Iran, as Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner meet mediators in Qatar, but not Iranians.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Two people climbed to the top of New York City's Empire State Building, unfurled a banner, and then apparently got engaged Wednesday afternoon.
Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.
Jaylen Brown is done with the Boston Celtics. The Celtics have traded Brown to Philadelphia 76ers.
On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."
Tariffs, inflation and changing consumer habits are reshaping how much Americans spend to tie the knot.
As a proposed billionaire tax in California moves forward, Gov. Newsom says other approaches are needed, including closing a tax loophole used by the ultra-rich.
The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement will remain in effect until it expires in 2036, unless the countries strike another deal to extend it.
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic says the federal government lifted a set of restrictions on its powerful Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, resolving a weekslong dispute.
On the same morning Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized last month, EMS personnel went to his home to respond to an unconscious person who appeared to experience "cardiac arrest," according to a dispatch call.
NCAA President Charlie Baker told CBS News he doesn't think the group will need to change its rules on transgender athletes in light of a Supreme Court ruling that allowed states to ban their participation.
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
Investigations are underway into possible fraudulent activity at some of these kinds of facilities across New York, CBS News has learned.
Brennan is seeking a court order to force the preservation of records in the investigations targeting him. His attorneys say he's being "vindictively singled out for investigation."
Actor Danny Glover spoke about his Alzheimer's diagnosis in an interview with NBC's "Today" show, revealing that he has been living with the disease for several years.
Starting Wednesday, Medicare will help pay for some GLP-1 medications for weight loss. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Celine Gounder explains what this means for patients.
From screwworm to flesh-eating bacteria, mounting public health risks are emerging in the wake of deep cuts to federal health agencies and programs.
Looksmaxxing is a viral and controversial trend that encourages young men to maximize their appearance. Adam Yamaguchi shows why it's resonating with some people.
Starting July 1, the government will cap what graduate students may borrow in federal loans, forcing many toward private lenders with higher interest rates.
Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.
Almost 60,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes last week, according to a NASA satellite assessment.
The helicopter, which was assigned to the USS George H.W. Bush, is not believed to have been taken down by hostile action, the Navy said.
Dramatic video showed the moment a rescue team pulled a small dog from the rubble nearly a week after twin earthquakes devastated Venezuela.
Some experts say the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war state, so what could the future of this vital shipping lane look like?
Rumors are swirling about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tying the knot at Madison Square Garden. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Gabrielle Ake, self-described Swifties, join "The Takeout" with the latest.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding festivities are expected to begin Thursday, sources said. Crews have been spotted at Madison Square Garden in New York City unloading equipment ahead of the July Fourth weekend. Here's what we know so far.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding events are set to begin in New York City, sources say. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell join CBS News 24/7 Mornings to discuss their new comedy, "Summer's Last Resort," which premieres on Tubi July 3.
Sophia Bush and Jerry O'Connell talk to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the coming-of-age comedy "Summer's Last Resort." Bush discusses what drew her to the project and says there was "never a dull day on set," while O'Connell reveals what his daughters thought about the film.
The Trump administration has lifted export restrictions on Anthropic's most advanced artificial intelligence models, Fable and Mythos, after weeks of negotiations over national security concerns. CNET Editor-in-Chief David Katzmaier joins to discuss.
Tech giant Anthropic says that the federal government has now removed restrictions from its robust Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models. Axios reporter Madison Mills has more on artificial intelligence regulation.
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.
After January 2028, new games will be available exclusively in digital format from the PlayStation Store and at retailers, Sony said.
Sen. Mark Warner wants to create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and ensure autonomous bots operate like fiduciaries.
NASA is in a race against time as the Swift Observatory telescope in orbit sinks closer to Earth. CBS News consultant William Harwood explains the $30 million salvage operation.
Dinosaur fossils are rare to find in Antarctica because of the unforgiving ice caps. But millions of years ago, the region was populated by lush forests.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Human and animal remains unearthed in Egypt's Nile Delta reveal changing funerary practices over some 600 years, and the evolution of a key site itself.
Two people in black masks scaled the Empire State Building, scrambling the New York City Police Department. They call themselves "roof-toppers," or stunt climbers, and they unfurled a banner about world peace before one of them got out a ring and proposed. By the time they got down, they were engaged and under arrest. Tom Hanson reports.
More than 1,000 grand jury presentations are under review after charges were dismissed in the "Broadview Six" case due to grand jury abuses and prosecutorial misconduct, Chicago's top federal prosecutor said.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building Wednesday and unfurled a banner before seemingly getting engaged. CBS News law enforcement contributor Rodney Harrison has more on what repercussions the couple could face.
Two people climbed to the top of the Empire State Building in New York City on Wednesday, unfurling a banner and appearing to get engaged. CBS News' Tom Hanson and Shanelle Kaul have more.
During the incident, a reporter and photographer were approached by three men, one with a dog, before their news truck and gear were destroyed.
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
The $30 million salvage operation gets underway as soon as this week with the planned launch of a robotic lifesaver.
The featherweight pair — orbiting a star 1,110 light-years away — are the biggest exoplanets found to have less density than cotton candy.
Euclid is on a mission to chart one-third of the sky in the hopes of shedding light on the enduring mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
Exactly where the comet 3I/ATLAS came from within the Milky Way remains a mystery.
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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.
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.
High winds and heat are fueling Utah's out-of-control wildfires; Iranian drones target Bahrain after U.S. strikes Iran.
It's been almost a year since deadly floods killed more than 130 people in the Hill Country region of Central Texas. The flooding at Camp Mystic killed 25 campers, two counselors and the camp's executive director. Scott Ruskan, aviation survival technician 2nd class for the U.S. Coast Guard, joined CBS News to remember the tragedy, his first ever mission.
The Food and Drug Administration now allows ZYN nicotine pouches to be marketed as less harmful than cigarettes. Child psychologist Bonnie Halpern-Felsher joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the risks.
The Supreme Court has lifted limits on how much money political parties can spend on congressional campaigns ahead of the midterms. In a 6-3 vote, the justices found the Federal Election Campaign Act violated the First Amendment. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
Democratic socialists are celebrating another win in a key U.S. congressional primary ahead of the 2026 midterms. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more.