MyPillow's Mike Lindell announces he's running for Minnesota governor
MyPillow founder and CEO Mike Lindell has announced he will run for Minnesota governor in 2026, seeking the Republican nomination to challenge DFL incumbent Gov. Tim Walz.
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MyPillow founder Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic, federal judge rules
Mike Lindell defamed the election technology company Smartmatic with false statements that its voting machines helped rig the 2020 presidential election, a federal judge ruled.
Jury: Mike Lindell of MyPillow defamed ex-Dominion Voting Systems employee
Eric Coomer sued after Mike Lindell called him a traitor and accusations about him stealing the election were streamed on Lindell's online media platform.
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is using his trial to sell pillows and raise money
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is asking for financial support during his defamation trial, urging consumers to buy his products or donate online.
The story of My Pillow
You've seen the infomercials for "My Pillow." Company founder Mike Lindell has sold 41 million of the pillows he invented, and he did so against some pretty stiff odds, including overcoming a crack cocaine habit that became so bad, his dealers staged an intervention. Martha Teichner talks with Lindell about his unique success story, and how his business has helped other recovering addicts.
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You've seen the infomercials for "My Pillow." Company founder Mike Lindell has sold 41 million of the pillows he invented, and he did so against some pretty stiff odds, including overcoming a crack cocaine habit that became so bad, his dealers staged an intervention. Martha Teichner talks with Lindell about his unique success story, and how his business has helped other recovering addicts. (This story originally aired on April 15, 2018)
Jan. 6 defendant rejects pardon
One of the hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants is refusing to accept a pardon from President Trump. CBS News Department of Justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
DHL sues Mike Lindell's MyPillow, alleging company owes $800,000
Package delivery company DHL is suing MyPillow, alleging the company synonymous with its founder, chief pitchman and election denier Mike Lindell owes nearly $800,000 for unpaid bills.
Federal judge says MyPillow's Mike Lindell must pay $5M in election data dispute
A federal judge has affirmed a $5 million arbitration award against MyPillow chief executive Mike Lindell.
Lawyers for Mike Lindell and MyPillow seek to drop them for unpaid fees
Mike Lindell said he can't afford to pay $2 million a month to his attorneys in election-related cases. "I have $10,000 to my name," he said.
MyPillow is auctioning off office supplies after a sales slump
Auction site lists hundreds of pieces of MyPillow equipment, including forklifts and office desks, after $100 million drop in sales.
Mike Lindell's $5 million contest winner is taking him to court
An arbitration panel ruled a software expert won the My Pillow CEO's election-fraud contest and is entitled to the winnings. But he hasn't been paid, the filing alleges.
Mike Lindell told to pay $5 million in "Prove Mike Wrong" challenge
An arbitration panel ruled in favor of software expert Robert Zeidman, who said he found Lindell's data "was all bogus."
RNC voting for party's next leader
The Republican National Committee is voting today for the group's next chairperson. Current RNC chair Ronna McDaniel faces challengers Harmeet Dhillon and My Pillow founder Mike Lindell. CBS News political director Fin Gomez joins Vlad Duthiers and Errol Barnett from Dana Point, California, where the RNC is holding its winter meeting.
"I have done nothing wrong": Mike Lindell says MyPillow lost $100 million after election fraud claims
Dominion's lawsuit claims it's all been good for his business and that "Lindell has increased MyPillow sales by 30-40% and continues duping people into redirecting their election-lie outrage into pillow purchases." Lindell says that is not true.
MyPillow guy Mike Lindell wants to run the Republican Party
Lindell says if he gets the job, he'd make it his full-time job, leaving behind the pillow business that made him famous.
Mike Lindell sues feds over seizure of his cell phone
The MyPillow CEO, an ardent backer of former President Trump, said FBI agents took his phone while he was sitting at the drive-thru window of a Hardee's in Mankato, Minnesota.
MyPillow CEO gets banned from Twitter again
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell unsuccessfully tried to rejoin Twitter on Sunday in an attempt to evade his ban. He created a new account but was banned the same day. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joined CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil to talk about the ban and put it in context with Elon Musk's pending $44 billion Twitter buyout.
Judge rules Dominion defamation case against Trump allies can proceed
A federal judge cleared the way for a defamation case by Dominion Voting Systems to proceed against Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani and Mike Lindell.
Dominion Voting Systems sues MyPillow CEO for $1.3 billion
Voting technology provider says Trump supporter defamed the company by claiming it rigged the 2020 election.
Newsmax anchor walks off after MyPillow CEO touts conspiracies
"I don't want to continue going over this," co-anchor Bob Sellers said.
Twitter permanently bans "MyPillow guy" Mike Lindell
Twitter says Lindell kept violating its policy aimed at fighting disinformation. The ardent Trump backer insists Trump beat Biden.
Retailers drop My Pillow as CEO promotes false election claims
Bed Bath & Beyond and Kohl's cite floundering sales of Mike Lindell's bedding brand in decision to discontinue product.
"MyPillow guy" says he'd welcome suit from voting machines maker
Mike Lindell says it would help him prove to the world his belief that the recent presidential election was rigged. He also says some major retailers are dropping his company's products.
At White House, MyPillow CEO tells Americans to read Bible
"I encourage you to use this time at home to get back in the Word, read our Bibles and spend time with our families," he said.
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Trump to speak at White House press briefing to mark first year of second term
President Trump will join the White House press briefing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday to mark one year since his second inauguration.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
Trump U-turns on U.K.-Chagos Islands deal, links it to bid for Greenland
Trump says the U.K. decision to hand a strategic island to Mauritius, which he previously supported, was stupid, and justification for his attempt to acquire Greenland.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
More than 10 countries have signed on to Trump's "Board of Peace," sources say
More than 10 countries have signed on for President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
Pardoned Jan. 6 rioter to face criminal trial for child molestation
Andrew Johnson is the latest in a series of pardoned Jan. 6 riot defendants to face new criminal charges.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
"Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown on why he skipped cast interview on "CBS Mornings"
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
Man detained by ICE at gunpoint in underwear asks, "What did I do wrong?"
A U.S. citizen detained by ICE at gunpoint in his underwear in frigid conditions in Minnesota asks, "What did I do wrong?" The Associated Press says
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Trump to speak at White House press briefing to mark first year of second term
President Trump will join the White House press briefing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday to mark one year since his second inauguration.
More than 10 countries have signed on to Trump's "Board of Peace," sources say
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
Rep. Julia Letlow jumps into Louisiana Senate race with Trump's backing
GOP Rep. Julia Letlow is jumping into the Louisiana Senate race after President Trump encouraged her to challenge Sen. Bill Cassidy in the state's primary.
Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
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Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery, making it all cash
The streaming service is sweetening its offer amid Paramount Skydance's hostile takeover bid for the Hollywood studio.
Stocks slide after Trump threatens European allies with tariffs
U.S. stocks sank on Tuesday following President Trump's weekend threats to impose tariffs on some NATO trading partners.
Why you might get a "peanut butter"-style pay raise in 2026
What's a "peanut butter" raise? Here's what it means, and why this is the type of pay hike you should expect this year.
U.S. Steel CEO says it's "absolutely" still an American company after acquisition
"We have a fiduciary duty to Nippon," U.S. Steel CEO David Burritt said, but noted, "We're still mined, melted and made in the good ol' USA."
Are you a homeowner? See which tax deductions you might qualify for.
It will mostly be business as usual for homeowners this tax season. However, new changes introduced under the "big, beautiful bill" may affect how they file.
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Trump to speak at White House press briefing to mark first year of second term
President Trump will join the White House press briefing at 1 p.m. on Tuesday to mark one year since his second inauguration.
More than 10 countries have signed on to Trump's "Board of Peace," sources say
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
European Union leader calls Trump's tariff threat over Greenland a mistake
As the EU calls Trump's threat to tariff allies for rejecting his bid for Greenland a mistake, Denmark's leader laments "being threatened by our closest ally."
Rep. Julia Letlow jumps into Louisiana Senate race with Trump's backing
GOP Rep. Julia Letlow is jumping into the Louisiana Senate race after President Trump encouraged her to challenge Sen. Bill Cassidy in the state's primary.
Lawmakers release final measures to fund government ahead of shutdown deadline
Congress has until Jan. 30 to fund the remaining government agencies and programs following the longest government shutdown in history in November.
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Tylenol not linked to autism, new study shows
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Woman gets her life back after rare transplant: "Prepared for the worst"
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
Study finds no link between Tylenol and autism
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
New study: Tylenol in pregnancy is not linked to autism or ADHD
"It's as definitive as we're going to get," CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder said of the new research, which found no connection between Tylenol and autism or ADHD.
ACA enrollment ends today in most states, as tax credit fix stalls
Some Americans are dropping their Affordable Care Act health plans after tax subsidies lapsed and their premiums spiked.
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More than 10 countries have signed on to Trump's "Board of Peace," sources say
More than 10 countries have signed on to join President Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, sources familiar with the discussions told CBS News.
European Union leader calls Trump's tariff threat over Greenland a mistake
As the EU calls Trump's threat to tariff allies for rejecting his bid for Greenland a mistake, Denmark's leader laments "being threatened by our closest ally."
Warming temps force some Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, study finds
A new study finds that warming temperatures are causing Antarctic penguins to breed earlier, threatening some species with extinction by century's end.
Ancient love note and gladiator fight scene uncovered in Pompeii
Ancient messages and drawings are among hundreds of inscriptions that archaeologists recently uncovered on a wall in Pompeii.
French navy reels in 4.87 tons of cocaine from fishing boat in Pacific
Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.
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"Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown on why he skipped cast interview on "CBS Mornings"
An assistant for "Queer Eye" star Karamo Brown told "CBS Mornings" he would not be joining Tuesday's interview with the cast ahead of the release of the series' 10th and final season.
Bert Kreischer talks new comedy series
Actor and comedian Bert Kreischer stars in the new comedy series "Free Bert," where he plays a fictional version of himself. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, which was inspired by his own family, and why the show almost didn't happen.
"Queer Eye" cast reflects on show
The cast of the series "Queer Eye" talks to "CBS Mornings" about a member of the show's absence, the series' legacy ahead of its 10th and final season and how it has impacted them.
Fashion designer Valentino Garavani dies at 93
Acclaimed fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known simply as Valentino, has died at age 93. Seth Doane looks back at his life and legacy.
Billy Bob Thornton on "Landman" popularity
Billy Bob Thornton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the second season of the hit series "Landman," which he stars in as oil executive Tommy Norris. Thornton talks about his immediate chemistry with Ali Larter and why the show resonates with viewers.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Palantir develops app to help ICE: 404 Media
A new investigative report by 404 Media says ICE agents have a new high-tech way to zero in on neighborhoods to raid. The report says it's an app called Elite, powered by Palantir. Joseph Cox, an investigative journalist at 404 Media, discusses his reporting on CBS News.
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.
OpenAI to start testing ads on ChatGPT in the coming weeks
The ads will appear at the bottom of the chat window on the free and low-subscription versions of ChatGPT, OpenAI said Friday in a blog post.
Mother of Musk child sues over deepfake images
Elon Musk is facing a lawsuit from Ashley St. Clair, with whom he shares a child, over deepfakes of her undressed made by his AI chatbot Grok. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
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Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Dogs can learn by eavesdropping: study
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
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Key player in Minnesota fraud speaks out
Aimee Bock, who has been called the "mastermind" behind a major fraud case in Minnesota, spoke with CBS News Minnesota's Jonah Kaplan from her jail cell about her alleged crimes.
Legal fights heat up in Minnesota over ICE
The Trump administration is navigating multiple lawsuits surrounding federal immigration raids in Minnesota. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
"Mastermind" of fraud scheme speaks out
The woman prosecutors say was the "mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest COVID-era fraud scheme is speaking exclusively with CBS News. Last year, Aimee Bock was convicted of orchestrating a $250 million plot to defraud a government program to feed hungry children. In a video call from her Minnesota jail cell, Bock defended her actions while also admitting regrets.
French navy reels in 4.87 tons of cocaine from fishing boat in Pacific
Authorities released an image from the operation, showing a naval helicopter hovering above a vessel with packages laid out on the deck.
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"Mastermind" of Minnesota's biggest fraud scheme speaks out
In an exclusive interview from her jail cell, Aimee Bock defended her conduct in Minnesota's Feeding Our Future fraud case, but admitted regrets.
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More on Virgin Galactic all-female space crew
Virgin Galactic is sending its first all-female crew to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
NASA's Artemis II mission clears big hurdle
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
NASA hauls Artemis II moon rocket to launch pad for February flight
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA begins Artemis II rollout to launchpad
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
NASA moon rocket ready for trip to launch pad
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
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Latest news on Trump's "Board of Peace"
President Trump is set to present his "Board of Peace" charter for signatures in Davos this week. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more details.
Supreme Court releases three opinions
The Supreme Court released three unanimous opinions on Tuesday, but has yet to release one on a case about President Trump's tariffs. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more details.
Bert Kreischer talks new comedy series
Actor and comedian Bert Kreischer stars in the new comedy series "Free Bert," where he plays a fictional version of himself. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the series, which was inspired by his own family, and why the show almost didn't happen.
Breaking down the Beckham family drama
Brooklyn Peltz Beckham made claims on social media about his parents, David and Victoria, being controlling. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul breaks it down.
Mike Johnson addresses U.K. Parliament
House Speaker Mike Johnson became the first in his position to address the United Kingdom's Parliament. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more details.