Trump calls Stormy Daniels "Horseface" in tweet
President tweets about federal judge throwing out the Stormy Daniels lawsuit against him, calls her ``horseface'' in the tweet
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Judge dismisses Stormy Daniels' defamation suit against Trump
In dismissing suit, judge said Trump's tweet was "hyperbolic statement" against political adversary
Judge dismisses Stormy Daniels lawsuit
A federal judge has dismissed porn actress Stormy Daniels' defamation lawsuit against President Trump. U.S. District Judge S. James Otero issued the order Monday in Los Angeles. Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, alleges she had an affair with Mr. Trump in 2006 and sued him in April after he said a composite sketch of a man she said threatened her in 2011 to keep quiet about an alleged affair with the real estate mogul was a "con job."
Melania Trump addresses husband's alleged infidelities
First lady criticized the media for speculating about their marriage
Judge appears likely to toss Stormy Daniels' defamation suit
The judge said a tweet Trump wrote in April appears to be "rhetorical hyperbole" and speech protected under the First Amendment
Stormy Daniels announces she's releasing a book about Trump
The book, "Full Disclosure," comes out Oct. 2
Company set up by Michael Cohen offers to drop Stormy Daniels' hush-money agreement
Company dropped plans for its threatened $20 million lawsuit against the porn actress for allegedly violating the deal
Trump Organization CFO granted immunity
Federal prosecutors have granted immunity to the chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, Allen Weisselberg, in exchange for his testimony in Michael Cohen's case. Politico reporter and co-author of Politico Playbook, Daniel Lippman, joins CBSN to discuss the latest developments and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Top Trump confidant Weisselberg granted immunity, called to testify
Weisselberg, who has worked for Trump for decades, is the chief financial officer of the Trump Organization
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.
Trump on Stormy Daniels payment
In an interview with Fox News, President Trump defended his role in paying adult film star Stormy Daniels $130,000 right before the 2016 election. He previously denied knowing about the payment. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
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.
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
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"
Who is Stormy Daniels? An Alexa version skirts some kid questions
Amazon updated its voice assistant with a child-friendly option that avoids answers about Santa and other topics
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"
Cohen says he paid off women at Trump's direction
President Trump's former longtime personal attorney pleaded guilty to 8 charges, including campaign finance laws
Attorney Michael Avenatti visits New Hampshire as he considers 2020 bid
Avenatti told the Hillsborough County Democrats that he was considering matching Trump's confrontational style with his own pugilistic brand in a 2020 run
Former intelligence officials slam Trump
A growing number of former U.S. intelligence officials are slamming President Trump for his decision to revoke former CIA Director John Brennan's security clearance. Michael Graham, who is a CBSN political contributor, a Boston Herald columnist and a politics editor for NHJournal.com, joins CBSN to discuss.
Michael Avenatti says he's "exploring a run" for president
The lawyer for adult film star Stormy Daniels, who allegedly had an affair with President Trump, has become a prominent critic of the administration
Ex-Playboy model wants additional $200K from top GOP donor
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
Avenatti claims 3 women were paid "hush money" before election
Michael Avenatti, the lawyer for Stormy Daniels, did not disclose additional details
Russia targets Kyiv with deadly strikes ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Explosions boomed across Kyiv for hours as ballistic missiles and drones hit the city in an attack that began early in the morning.
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s cinema icon and animal rights activist, dies at 91
At the height of a cinema career that spanned some 28 films and three marriages, Brigitte Bardot came to symbolize a nation bursting out of bourgeois respectability.
Top news headlines of 2025 month-by-month
From political upheavals and gun violence, to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year in U.S. history.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
South Korean mine could soon supply the U.S. with a critical mineral
The Sangdong mine contains millions of tons of tungsten, known as a war metal that can withstand extraordinary temperatures, something the U.S. desperately needs for defense.
African regional bodies reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland
President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.
Ski patrol strike shuts down Colorado's popular Telluride resort indefinitely
The Telluride Ski Resort in Mountain Village, Colorado, was shuttered Saturday, with no date set for reopening, due to a labor dispute with the ski patrol union over wages.
Gas line explosion shuts down major Southern California freeway
Several lanes of the 5 Freeway were closed and a shelter-in-place order was issued to residents in Castaic, California, after a gas line ruptured on Saturday.
"Hail and farewell": A tribute to those we lost in 2025
"Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – from musicians and storytellers, to activists and statesmen – who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
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South Korean mine could soon supply the U.S. with a critical mineral
The Sangdong mine contains millions of tons of tungsten, known as a war metal that can withstand extraordinary temperatures, something the U.S. desperately needs for defense.
"Hail and farewell": A tribute to those we lost in 2025
"Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – from musicians and storytellers, to activists and statesmen – who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
Luke Burbank on making realistic New Year's resolutions
Forget about hitting the gym, or signing up for a foreign language app. Luke Burbank resolves to do far better with his New Year's resolutions in 2026 by committing to goals he can actually keep … probably.
The history of the New Year's Eve ball drop
Since 1907, New Yorkers have marked the New Year with the ceremonial dropping of a huge ball in Times Square. Now, a brand-new ball, covered with more than 5,000 handcrafted Waterford Crystal discs, will help ring in 2026.
Top news headlines of 2025 month-by-month
From political upheavals and gun violence, to the first American-born pope, "Sunday Morning" host Jane Pauley looks back at key events of a transformative year in U.S. history.
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Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
U.S. stocks hover at record highs after the Christmas holiday
Stocks are mostly flat in quiet morning trading on Friday as investors return from the Christmas holiday.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
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Bank of America CEO warns market "will punish people" without independent Fed
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Transcript: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 28, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 21, 2025. Editor's note: This interview was filmed on Dec. 17, 2025.
Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
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Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
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Transcript: Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 28, 2025
The following is the transcript of the interview with Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 21, 2025. Editor's note: This interview was filmed on Dec. 17, 2025.
South Korean mine could soon supply the U.S. with a critical mineral
The Sangdong mine contains millions of tons of tungsten, known as a war metal that can withstand extraordinary temperatures, something the U.S. desperately needs for defense.
1,000-pound U.S.-made WWII bomb found in Belgrade construction site
Unexploded bombs dating back to past wars have been discovered in Serbia and around the world in recent years.
Brigitte Bardot, 1960s cinema icon and animal rights activist, dies at 91
At the height of a cinema career that spanned some 28 films and three marriages, Brigitte Bardot came to symbolize a nation bursting out of bourgeois respectability.
Rescuers search for soccer coach, children after boat sinks in Indonesia
The Spanish soccer club Valencia said that a coach for its women's reserve team, Fernando Martín, and three of his children were among the victims.
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MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
2025: The year's top books
"Sunday Morning" checks out the bestselling fiction and non-fiction of the past year.
2025: The year's top movies
"Sunday Morning" checks out the highest-grossing films of the past year.
2025: The year's top music
"Sunday Morning" checks out Spotify's top streaming hits of the past year.
The Book Report: Ron Charles' picks from 2025
The Washington Post book reviewer offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his picks for fiction and non-fiction titles to add to their New Year's reading lists.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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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.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Man says wife was killed by pipe coming through car windshield
Todd Kendhammer said his wife Barbara was killed in a freak accident, but a Wisconsin jury didn't believe him. Can his new attorneys upend the case with what they say is critical new evidence?
Man charged with fatal shooting of woman during backyard target practice
The victim was sitting with her family under a covered porch several blocks away when she was hit by a bullet, according to a probable cause affidavit.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
What's next on the Epstein files release?
Lawmakers may take action against the Department of Justice for the delayed release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson weighs in.
Two police officers injured, suspect killed during child custody exchange
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
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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.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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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
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Nature: Sunrise in Texas
We leave you this last Sunday of 2025 with sunrise at the Great Trinity Forest in Dallas, Texas. Videographer: Scot Miller.
CBS News correspondents' panel
Major Garrett, Robert Costa, Jan Crawford, Jennifer Jacobs and Scott MacFarlane join Margaret Brennan to discuss the biggest stories of 2025 and share their predictions for 2026. Editor's note: This segment was filmed on Dec. 21, 2025.
2025: The year in photos
"Sunday Morning" looks back at some of the most memorable news images of the past year.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
"Hail and Farewell": A tribute to those we lost in 2025
"Sunday Morning" correspondent Lee Cowan remembers some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year – musicians, artists and storytellers who surpassed the ordinary; politicians who defied expectations; and activists who fought for justice – all touching us with their creativity and humanity.