Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5 trillion
President Trump is proposing increasing military spending by more than 50%, citing "troubled and dangerous times."
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Polymarket bettor wins big on Maduro capture
Just hours before news broke of the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, an anonymous user placed a bet that Maduro would be out of power in Venezuela by the end of the month. The bet paid out more than $400,000. CBS News correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
Wager made relating to Maduro raises concerns
Just hours before news broke of the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, an anonymous user on a prediction market placed a high-dollar wager that he'd be out of power soon. The well-timed bet is raising questions about national security. Jo Ling Kent reports.
New Orleans boosts New Year's security
National Guard troops were deployed to New Orleans to help with security for New Year's celebrations in wake of the deadly truck attack that killed 14 people and injured dozens on New Year's Day last year. CBS News' Kati Weis has the latest.
NYPD readies for massive New Year's Eve crowd
Security measures are in place at some of the most iconic New Year's Eve celebrations, including New York City's Times Square, where more than one million people are expected to gather on Wednesday. Elaine Quijano looks at how the New York City Police Department is preparing.
Top national security threats in 2026
CBS News contributors Samantha Vinograd, a former top Homeland Security official in the Obama administration, and Christopher Krebs, the former director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, discuss what national security threats the U.S. is facing in 2026. Editor's note: This segment was filmed on Dec. 21, 2025.
New defense law allows drone takedowns
President Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law on Thursday, approving a record $901 billion in military spending for 2026. The NDAA authorizes law enforcement to take down drones at public gatherings, something police and professional sports entities have been requesting ahead of events like Super Bowl LX, the FIFA Men's World Cup, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Security hearing turns into immigration debate
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem testified Thursday at a House hearing on global threats facing the U.S. However, she spent a lot of time on several contentious exchanges with Democrats over immigration. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
Lawmakers push to see boat strike video
Lawmakers are calling for the release of video from the second boat strike on an alleged drug trafficking vessel on Sept. 2. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Vetting process shooting suspect likely faced
As the Trump administration has blamed a Biden-era program for allowing the suspect in last week's shooting of two National Guard members to enter the U.S., former Obama administration counterintelligence official and CBS News contributor Samantha Vinograd joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to outline the vetting process the suspect likely faced.
U.S. man accused of Oct. 7 connection
Federal prosecutors have accused a man living in Louisiana of taking part in the Hamas attacks on Oct. 7, 2023. CBS News' Kati Weis has more and Sam Vinograd has analysis.
Bolton indictment contains 18 criminal counts
A federal grand jury has indicted former Trump national security adviser John Bolton on 18 counts related to the transmission and retention of national defense information. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports. Then, former federal prosecutor Scott Fredericksen joins with analysis.
DOJ plans to seek indictment against Bolton
The Justice Department is expected to present a possible criminal case and seek a grand jury indictment against former national security adviser John Bolton. CBS News' Jake Rosen and Rebecca Roiphe have more.
Trump, Patel share new FBI crime statistics
President Trump and FBI Director Kash Patel held a news conference on Wednesday to announce new crime data. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
U.S. takes stake in lithium mining company
The U.S. government is taking stake in yet another company, and this time it's a mining company. Lithium Americas is currently developing one of the world's largest lithium mines in northern Nevada. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Shutdown may leave infrastructure vulnerable
The government shutdown has sidelined workers from the agency charged with protecting the U.S. electric grid, water supply and other critical services from hacking. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga breaks down the furloughs at the Cyber Security and Infrastructure Security Agency.
FBI investigating ICE facility shooting
The Department of Homeland Security said at least one person was killed and two others were injured after a gunman opened fire on an ICE field office in Dallas Wednesday. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Secret Service disrupts U.N. telecom threat
The Secret Service says it disrupted a telecommunications threat that could have impacted the U.N. General Assembly. The agency says this plot could have disabled cell phone towers and potentially led to electronic attacks. CBS News Homeland Security correspondent Nicole Sganga reports.
Trump says call with Xi was "very productive"
President Trump said he had a "very productive call" on Friday with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The two discussed a potential deal for TikTok and ongoing trade tensions between the U.S. and China. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has the national security roundup.
Kirk memorial gets highest security designation
Homeland Security has designated the Charlie Kirk memorial on Sunday a level one special event assessment rating event, the same level reserved for events like the Super Bowl and Boston Marathon. Political commentator Michael Knowles, a close friend of Kirk, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
What led to FBI's John Bolton searches
The FBI searched both the home and office of former Trump National Security Adviser-turned-critic, John Bolton, on Friday. Plus, President Trump spoke about a potential Putin-Zelenskyy meeting on Friday. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
Trump criticizes John Bolton
President Trump said he does not know anything about the FBI search of the home and office of his former national security adviser, John Bolton. He did take the opportunity to criticize him, calling Bolton a "sleaze bag." CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports from the White House.
Gabbard cutting around 40% of ODNI staff
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard is cutting her office's staff by around 40%. ODNI had approximately 2,000 people working for it in February, but the downsizing will bring the agency's headcount down to around 1,300 employees. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd has the details.
Trump admin. revokes clearances of 37 current and former U.S. officials
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said 37 current and former government officials are losing their security clearances.
How AI is ushering in a new era of cybercrime
Cybercriminals are increasingly weaponizing artificial intelligence, according to cybersecurity company CrowdStrike's "2025 Threat Hunting Report." Adam Meyers, senior vice president of counter adversary operations at CrowdStrike, joins "The Takeout" to explain how emerging technologies are changing cyberattacks as we know them.
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Federal agents clash with protesters day after ICE officer fatally shoots woman
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Senate advances war powers resolution to limit further Trump strikes on Venezuela
Five Republicans joined all Democrats in voted to advance the measure toward toward limiting President Trump's ability to further strike Venezuela.
Pilot who helped plan Venezuelan operation wounded in Caracas, sources say
Venezuelan defensive positions opened fire on Delta Force commandos during the pre-dawn raid to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
DOJ pursues new criminal probe into Letitia James over financial transactions
U.S. prosecutors pursue new criminal probe centering on financial transactions between New York AG Letitia James and her hairdresser, two sources said.
House approves 3-year Affordable Care Act tax credit extension
The House approved a three-year extension of expired health care tax credits, with increased Republican support.
House fails to override Trump's vetoes of 2 bills that passed unanimously
The House on Thursday failed to override two of President Trump's vetoes of bipartisan bills, with Republicans largely sticking by the president.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Minnesota investigators say FBI blocked them from accessing ICE shooting evidence
The Minnesota agency tasked with investigating the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent has withdrawn from the case, alleging federal authorities have restricted its access to evidence.
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Avelo Airlines to halt deportation flights for ICE
Budget carrier Avelo is ending a contract with the U.S. government to deport migrants, citing "operational complexity and costs."
Walz takes aim at "disconnect" between Noem's ICE shooting comments, Homan's remarks on Evening News
ICE head Tom Homan told "CBS Evening News" Wednesday it would be "unprofessional to pass judgment" before a full review.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
DOJ pursues new criminal probe into Letitia James over financial transactions
U.S. prosecutors pursue new criminal probe centering on financial transactions between New York AG Letitia James and her hairdresser, two sources said.
Gov. Walz implores FBI to allow state to participate in investigation
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz implored the federal authorities to allow state investigators to work alongside them as they launch a probe into the shooting death of a 37-year-old woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Wednesday.
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Avelo Airlines to halt deportation flights for ICE
Budget carrier Avelo is ending a contract with the U.S. government to deport migrants, citing "operational complexity and costs."
USPS says your mail might no longer receive a same-day postmark
A change at the U.S. Postal Service could pose an issue for people who need to get bills, taxes and other mail postmarked by specific dates.
Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
IRS says tax returns can be filed starting Jan. 26. Here's what to know.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
U.S. trade gap shrinks to lowest level since 2009 as imports fall
The U.S. trade deficit unexpectedly narrowed in October amid declines in imports of pharmaceuticals and gold.
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Walz takes aim at "disconnect" between Noem's ICE shooting comments, Homan's remarks on Evening News
ICE head Tom Homan told "CBS Evening News" Wednesday it would be "unprofessional to pass judgment" before a full review.
Senate votes to hang plaque honoring Jan. 6 officers after yearslong delay
The Senate agreed Thursday to display a plaque recognizing the police officers who defended the Capitol during the riots on Jan. 6, 2021, a step forward in a yearslong stalemate.
DOJ pursues new criminal probe into Letitia James over financial transactions
U.S. prosecutors pursue new criminal probe centering on financial transactions between New York AG Letitia James and her hairdresser, two sources said.
Gov. Walz implores FBI to allow state to participate in investigation
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz implored the federal authorities to allow state investigators to work alongside them as they launch a probe into the shooting death of a 37-year-old woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Wednesday.
Vance says new assistant attorney general position to investigate fraud
Vice President JD Vance said a nominee for the new assistant attorney general position will be announced in the coming days.
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RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
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Pilot who helped plan Venezuelan operation wounded in Caracas, sources say
Venezuelan defensive positions opened fire on Delta Force commandos during the pre-dawn raid to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Iran cuts internet access as deadly protests spread
Iran facing "nationwide internet blackout," monitoring group says, amid hope that 12 days of deadly protests may swell into a tipping point against a repressive regime.
Pope Leo asks cardinals to help him "point the way for our path ahead"
Pope Leo XIV, the Catholic Church's first ever American leader, appears to signal a more inclusive leadership style than his predecessor.
Could the Iran protests "be a turning point" for its Islamic rulers?
Iran's exiled crown prince wants Iranians to seize the momentum of mass protests, and one analyst believes it could prove a tipping point.
Police reportedly to question bar owners after deadly ski resort blaze
A lawyer for victims' families hopes police questioning the Swiss bar's French owners means "a welcome resurgence of the investigation" into the deadly blaze.
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Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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Gmail adds AI to help you write messages and keep track of your inbox
Google is souping up Gmail with features from its Gemini 3 AI app. Here's what to know — including how to opt out.
AI company, Google settle lawsuit over Florida teen's suicide linked to chatbot
The terms of the settlement, which was filed in the U.S. District Court in the Middle District of Florida, were not disclosed.
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.
AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
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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.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
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Ex-FBI official assesses fatal ICE shooting
Protesters are in the streets of Minneapolis after an ICE agent killed a woman on Wednesday. Chris Piehota, former FBI executive assistant director, joins "The Takeout" to assess the incident.
Sheriff on federal takeover of ICE shooting probe
Minnesota investigators say the FBI is now leading the fatal ICE shooting probe and restricting access to evidence. Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt, whose department has jurisdiction over the site of the shooting, joins CBS News with her reaction.
Gov. Walz implores FBI to allow state to participate in investigation
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz implored the federal authorities to allow state investigators to work alongside them as they launch a probe into the shooting death of a 37-year-old woman by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Wednesday.
AOC reacts to ICE officer shooting
New York Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is reacting to the shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where an ICE officer killed Renee Good. This comes as other lawmakers weigh potential congressional action against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Trump, Vance reacted to the ICE shooting
President Trump and Vice President JD Vance are reacting to the shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Wednesday where an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Good. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
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NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
NASA considers bringing space crew home due to medical issue
NASA said the unidentified astronaut is "stable," but the agency is considering all options, including a possible early return to Earth for Crew 11
Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Schiff on future military action in Venezuela
With bipartisan approval, the Senate advanced a measure Thursday that would restrict President Trump from using more military force against Venezuela unless he gets approval from Congress. Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff of California, one of the authors of the bill, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
White House defends ICE officer in shooting
The Trump administration has been quick to defend the ICE officer who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, with the president calling the victim a "professional agitator." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Ex-FBI official assesses fatal ICE shooting
Protesters are in the streets of Minneapolis after an ICE agent killed a woman on Wednesday. Chris Piehota, former FBI executive assistant director, joins "The Takeout" to assess the incident.
Details on ICE agent who shot and killed woman
Protests are growing in Minneapolis over the killing of a woman by an ICE officer on Wednesday. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga is on the ground with the latest.
JD Vance on deadly ICE shooting
Vice President JD Vance addressed the fatal ICE shooting at the White House press briefing on Thursday. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.