Disney is pulling out of a roughly $1 billion investment in Florida
Disney's Lake Nona development, which would have brought 2,000 new jobs, is scuttled amid a year-long battle with Governor Ron DeSantis.
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Disney scraps $1B Florida development plan
The Walt Disney Co. said it is pulling out of a roughly $1 billion investment in Florida, citing "changing business conditions." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe discusses some of the factors behind the decision, which comes amid conflict between the company and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
Where DeSantis fits in GOP primary field
After months of speculation, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to officially jump in the Republican nomination for president next week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro discuss the latest developments in the 2024 race.
How DeSantis aims to win over Trump voters
Sources have confirmed to CBS News that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis plans to launch his 2024 presidential campaign next week. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe discusses why DeSantis thinks he can to beat former President Donald Trump for the Republican nomination.
Sources: DeSantis expected to announce 2024 bid
Multiple sources told CBS News Wednesday that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to announce a 2024 presidential bid next week. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
DeSantis to launch presidential campaign May 24, sources say
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to make his 2024 presidential bid official next week, but will hold a bigger launch event later.
Ron DeSantis to enter 2024 presidential race
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to file paperwork to enter the 2024 presidential campaign next week, two people familiar with the planning tell CBS News.
What to expect from DeSantis 2024 campaign
Sources tell CBS News that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will officially launch his 2024 presidential campaign next week. CBS News politics reporter Aaron Navarro has been closely following this story and has more.
Ron DeSantis to declare presidential run
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will officially launch a 2024 presidential campaign next week, sources tell CBS News. Senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the details.
DeSantis-backed candidates lose races
Candidates endorsed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in Kentucky's Republican gubernatorial primary and the Jacksonville mayor's race both lost Tuesday night. CBS News political contributor Ashley Etienne and former Trump administration official Hogan Gidley join to discuss the implications for 2024.
DeSantis signs bill banning gender-affirming care for minors
The Florida governor also signed bills banning minors from attending drag shows, and an expansion on a bill prohibiting the instruction of sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.
DeSantis: GOP has developed culture of losing
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over the weekend said the GOP has "developed a culture of losing" in response to a question about whether Trump lost the 2020 election. It comes as a pro-DeSantis super PAC, Never Back Down, revealed plans to ramp up hiring in early primary states. Erin Perrine, Never Back Down communications director, joins to discuss a potential DeSantis 2024 White House bid.
DeSantis meets with voters in Iowa
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met with voters in Iowa over the weekend. He urged Republican voters there to break out of the party's "culture of losing" and not to get "distracted" in the 2024 presidential race. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump says he will reschedule his weekend event in Iowa after postponing it due to a tornado warning. CBS News political director Fin Gomez discusses the latest with Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green.
DeSantis makes last-minute Iowa stop amid plan to move headquarters
The Florida governor spent Saturday in Iowa, an early presidential primary state.
Trump and DeSantis head to Iowa
Former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis are both giving speeches in Iowa this weekend. Competition between the two men is escalating ahead of the state's GOP caucuses next year. Chief political reporter for KCCI-TV Amanda Rooker joins CBS News to discusses their appearances.
DeSantis signs immigration bill, slams Biden as Title 42 set to expire
The bill includes $12 million to transport migrants to other states.
Ex-Trump official on backing DeSantis in 2024
Former Trump administration official Ken Cuccinelli launched a PAC backing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis before DeSantis has even jumped into the race. Cuccinelli speaks with Robert Costa about why he's supporting DeSantis instead of the former president.
DeSantis embraces controversial bills
In the final days of the Florida state legislative session, Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to sign several conservative bills that could be a sneak peek at his platform for a potential 2024 Republican primary. These include a ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, the ability for Florida residents to carry concealed guns without a permit and expansions to the so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill. Ed O'Keefe reports from Tallahassee.
DeSantis looks at 2024 run as Florida's legislature wraps up session
The GOP supermajority in Florida gave DeSantis conservative-friendly bills to fuel a possible presidential run.
DeSantis hints again at 2024 run
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis once again hinted at a White House bid Thursday. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News political director Fin Gómez join to discuss the latest developments in the 2024 presidential race.
Florida legislature passes flurry of bills
Florida's Republican-led legislature passed a series of conservative bills, including measures easing up gun laws, expanding the state's so-called "don't say gay" law and banning transgender people from using bathrooms that match their gender identities. It comes as Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to announce a 2024 run for president. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Vladimir Dutheirs and Anne-Marie Green to discuss.
DeSantis' ultra-conservative Florida record
The Florida state legislative session is in its final days and Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed several high-profile bills into law that he could use to his advantage in a 2024 Republican primary. These include a ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, the ability for Florida residents to carry concealed guns without a permit, and a lowered threshold required for juries to impose the death penalty. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
4/27: Red and Blue
Former President Donald Trump holds first campaign event since President Biden launched his 2024 reelection bid; Disney sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
CBS News Poll: How GOP primary race could be Trump v. Trump fatigue
And why Trump is winning easily.
DeSantis responds to Disney lawsuit
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded to Disney's lawsuit against him Thursday, saying the company is "upset because they're actually having to live by the same rules as everybody else."
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U.S. death toll in Iran war rises to 6 as Trump warns of long campaign
The U.S. military said Monday that the number of Americans killed during the ongoing conflict with Iran now stands at six. Follow live updates on Day 3 of the war.
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint military mission in Iran.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said U.S.-Israeli war on Iran represented the "last best chance" of addressing the threat posed by the country's nuclear program and ballistic missiles.
6 U.S. service members killed in Iranian strike in Kuwait, Pentagon says
The first U.S. casualties of the war with Iran occurred among American personnel based in Kuwait.
Iran strikes highlight fractures in GOP ahead of war powers votes in Congress
From the president's usual opponents in his party to some of his most stalwart supporters, the U.S. actions in Iran have prompted strong pushback in pockets of the GOP.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
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Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Supreme Court seems open to loosening law barring marijuana users from owning guns
The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to loosen a federal law that bars marijuana users from owning guns in a case that crossed typical political lines.
Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection, becoming latest GOP retirement
Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana announced Monday he will not run for reelection, becoming the latest Republican to retire.
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Wagers draw scrutiny after Iran strikes: "Insider trading," senator says
Lawmakers are raising concerns that prediction market users are engaging in insider trading to wager on U.S. military actions.
Federal appeals court rejects DOJ's push to delay start of tariff refund process
The Supreme Court ruled last month at President Trump did not have the authority to issue his sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
More U.S. employees are hugging tight to their jobs. Here's why.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
Gas prices are set to rise. Here's what you could pay at the pump.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
Stocks fall, oil prices rise as U.S. war in Iran rattles investors
Stock markets in the U.S. dropped amid concerns that the U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran could drive up energy costs.
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DNC announces top cities, date for 2028 convention, won't hold midterm convention
The DNC is announcing Monday that the 2028 national convention will be held from Aug. 7 to Aug. 10, CBS News has learned.
Video of Clintons' Epstein testimony released by House committee
The House Oversight Committee released recordings of last week's depositions with former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
Supreme Court seems open to loosening law barring marijuana users from owning guns
The Supreme Court seemed likely Monday to loosen a federal law that bars marijuana users from owning guns in a case that crossed typical political lines.
Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection, becoming latest GOP retirement
Rep. Ryan Zinke of Montana announced Monday he will not run for reelection, becoming the latest Republican to retire.
Iran strikes highlight fractures in GOP ahead of war powers votes in Congress
From the president's usual opponents in his party to some of his most stalwart supporters, the U.S. actions in Iran have prompted strong pushback in pockets of the GOP.
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Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
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Insurgents raid village in South Sudan, killing at least 169 people
Women and children were among the dead, in addition to dozens of combatants, officials said.
Travel chaos intensifies with airports closed, flights canceled amid Iran war
Air travel chaos intensified as the war with Iran stretched into a third day — keeping airspace and airports in the Middle East closed and leaving travelers stranded.
Trump says strikes were "last best chance" to take out Iran threat
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
Melania Trump presides over U.N. Security Council meeting
The White House announced first lady Melania Trump would preside over the meeting last week before the U.S. and Israel launched a joint U.S.-Israeli military mission in Iran.
Pete Hegseth says Iran military mission will not be "endless"
The Pentagon announced Monday that a fourth American service member has been killed in Operation Epic Fury.
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Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
USA hockey stars joke about "Heated Rivalry" and Trump invite on "SNL"
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Extended interview: Marc Shaiman
In this web exclusive, composer Marc Shaiman, a Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, talks with Tracy Smith about his career; his new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner"; and his collaboration and friendship with Rob Reiner.
Broadway, Hollywood composer Marc Shaiman on being a "sore winner"
A Tony Award-winner for "Hairspray," and a seven-time Oscar nominee, Marc Shaiman has written about his nearly 50 years in show business in a new memoir, "Never Mind the Happy: Showbiz Stories From a Sore Winner."
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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.
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
Anthropic CEO on "punitive" Pentagon action
In an exclusive interview with CBS News, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei said that the Pentagon's decision to designate the AI company a supply chain risk is "retaliatory and punitive." The Pentagon made the designation, which restricts military contractors from doing business with Anthropic, after the company refused to give the military unfettered access to its AI model.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Chilling photo shows grinning suspect in Scotland stabbing
A man was arrested for a stabbing incident in Edinburgh, Scotland, after a standoff with police in which he was photographed leaning out a window with a menacing grin.
Officials give update on Austin bar shooting
Authorities in Texas gave an update Monday on the shooting that killed two people at a bar in Austin over the weekend. The incident is being investigated for possible terrorism ties to the U.S. airstrikes in Iran.
Latest details on deadly Austin bar shooting
A deadly shooting at a popular bar in Austin, Texas, is being investigated for possible links to terrorism. Two people were killed and 14 others injured, authorities said.
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Photo shows slain Texas gunman with Iranian symbol on his T-shirt
The gunman who killed 2 and wounded 14 at a bar in Austin also wore a hoodie that said "Property of Allah."
What we know on the Austin bar shooting
More details about the apparent suspect involved in a deadly shooting at an Austin, Texas, bar may indicate a potential link to the recent U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Watch: Rubio takes questions on Iran
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters Monday about the ongoing strikes against Iran. See his remarks.
Sid Miller on Texas ag commissioner race
While Texas' hotly-contested Senate race is getting a great deal of focus, there is also great interest in the state's race for commissioner of the Department of Agriculture. Republican candidate Nate Sheets is challenging the three-term incumbent agriculture commissioner, Sid Miller, in a primary race. Miller joins CBS News to discuss.
Breaking down Iran's impact on oil prices
Oil prices have climbed amid the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran. Axios national correspondent Emily Peck joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump officials to brief Congress on Iran
Trump administration officials will likely face questions about specific details on the military operations in Iran this week when they head to Capitol Hill to brief Congress. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more.
Officials give update on Austin bar shooting
Authorities in Texas gave an update Monday on the shooting that killed two people at a bar in Austin over the weekend. The incident is being investigated for possible terrorism ties to the U.S. airstrikes in Iran.