Trump's attack strategy
Donald Trump's campaign is focusing on attacking rival Hillary Clinton rather than the 1995 tax return bombshell. Senior Trump campaign adviser Boris Ephsteyn joins CBSN to discuss.
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Clinton's attack plan
Democrat Tim Kaine will face off against Republican Mike Pence in tonight's vice presidential debate in Kaine's home state of Virginia. Clinton campaign press secretary Brian Fallon discusses Kaine's debate strategy on CBSN.
Trump under fire
Donald Trump is facing criticism over his leaked federal tax returns from 1995, which show he lost more than $900 million that year. Trump also sparked controversy with a remark about PTSD, insinuating that vets who suffer from it are weaker than others. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Major Garrett discuss the impact leading up to tonight's vice presidential debate.
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Donald Trump was unapologetic Monday after the New York Times reported that he claimed a business loss of nearly $916 million on his 1995 tax returns; Growing up in one of Uganda's largest slums, Phiona Mutesi dropped out of school at the age of six
Trump and tax code
Donald Trump was unapologetic Monday after the New York Times reported that he claimed a business loss of nearly $916 million on his 1995 tax returns. Those losses could have shielded him from paying federal income taxes for years. Trump has not released any of his tax returns and a Trump lawyer has threatened legal action for unauthorized publication of his records, reports Major Garrett.
Election analysis
Donald Trump's poll numbers took a big hit following the first debate with Hillary Clinton. Will they fall further following the report on his tax returns? CBS News political director John Dickerson has more.
Clinton on Trump's taxes
Donald Trump's tax revelations gave Clinton a chance to chip away at his biggest selling point, his business acumen. Clinton and top Democrats quickly cut ads to capitalize on the news they had been anticipating for months. Nancy Cordes has more.
We the Voters: Lobbying
Lobbyists play a major role in politics. What they actually do, and just how ethical they are, may shock you. "We the Voters" looks at lobbyists in their latest segment.
We the Voters: Healthcare
Does everyone really need health insurance? "We the Voters" answers this question in their latest segment
Trump Foundation cease & desist
The New York attorney general has sent a cease & desist to the Trump Foundation for operating without proper certification. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid joins CBSN with the latest details.
Clinton vs Trump
Former U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff has endorsed Hillary Clinton for President of the United States. Meanwhile, Donald Trump's tax controversy continues to loom over his campaign. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and RealClearPolitics' Caitlyn Huey-Burns join CBSN with the latest from the campaign trail.
"You're no Jack Kennedy"
Senator Lloyd Bentsen famously told Senator Dan Quayle that he was "no Jack Kennedy," in a 1988 debate. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss.
Bush "bullies" Ferraro
In a look back at a past presidential debate, George H.W. Bush slammed Geraldine Ferraro over foreign policy. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss.
First VP debate on TV
In the first televised vice presidential debate, Bob Dole faced off against Walter Mondale. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss that historic debate.
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After an attempt from Donald Trump to shift negative focus towards Bill Clinton's infidelity in the 1990s, the focus has shifted to Trump's finances going back to the same era; A pizza place in California is getting automated, with robots doing a good part of the pizza making
"Who am I, why am I here?"
In a 1992 debate, Admiral Stockdale famously asked "who am I, why am I here?" Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss.
Pence, Kaine debate
Tim Kaine and Mike Pence face off on October 4 for their first vice presidential debate. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss the potential significance of the debate.
Biden dominates Ryan
Joe Biden dominated Paul Ryan during a vice presidential debate in 2012. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, Author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss.
"Say it ain't so Joe"
In an iconic showdown, Sarah Palin and Joe Biden took aim at each other during the vice presidential debate in 2008. Director of Virginia Center for Politics Dr. Larry Sabato, Author of "Landslide: LBJ and Ronald Reagan at the Dawn of New America" Jonathan Darman and presidential historian Doug Wead join CBSN to discuss.
Kaine, Pence predictions
Tim Kaine and Mike Pence will face off in the vice presidential debate on Tuesday, October 4. The debate will be moderated by CBSN's Elaine Quijano. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and CBS News contributor and editor of NewYorker.com Nick Thompson joins CBSN to discuss the impact this debate may have.
Trump on Clinton fidelity
Donald Trump attacked Hillary Clinton, implying that she was not faithful to her husband former president Bill Clinton. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and CBS News contributor and editor of NewYorker.com Nick Thompson join CBSN to discuss.
Did Trump avoid taxes?
A New York Times report says that Donald Trump may have avoided paying taxes for years. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and CBS News contributor and editor of NewYorker.com Nick Thompson joins CBSN to discuss.
Trump rally in Pa.
Donald Trump unleashed a scorching speech Saturday night at a rally in Manheim, Pennsylvania. Trump suggested Hillary Clinton was unfaithful in her marriage and that she "could be crazy." See Trump's full remarks.
Trump tax scandal
After an attempt from Donald Trump to shift negative focus towards Bill Clinton's infidelity in the 1990s, the focus has shifted to Trump's finances going back to the same era. Errol Barnett has more on the story.
Trump's new line of attack
With the election nearly five weeks away Donald Trump is opening a new line of attack on Hillary Clinton - targeting former President Bill Clinton's past infidelity. Trump tells the New York Times Clinton is "nasty" but that he can be even nastier. Errol Barnett reports.
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Iran insists it's ready for a new U.S. attack as Trump arrives in China
Iran's military says it's trained and ready for any new U.S. assault as Trump predicts a "long talk" about the war with China's President Xi in Beijing.
Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
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Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. It's mostly empty.
A CBS News review of internal government documents and information provided to Congress shows immigration detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay are nearly empty.
How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to limit, for better brain health. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
Shots fired in Philippines Senate, where a wanted senator is holed up
Sen. Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in the killings of at least 32 people
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
Pennsylvania woman finds 3.09-carat white diamond at Arkansas state park
A woman from Pennsylvania found a 3.09-carat white diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas.
Jason Collins, NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
U.S. students' "reading recession" continuing but some places bucking the trend
Researchers say the U.S. is experiencing a "reading recession" that predates the pandemic. But some places are bucking the trend, chalking up higher test scores.
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Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. It's mostly empty.
A CBS News review of internal government documents and information provided to Congress shows immigration detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay are nearly empty.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, dies at 47 from brain cancer
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player, who went on to become a pioneer for inclusion and an ambassador for the league, has died, his family announced Tuesday.
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Will Trump seek investment to join China in a "dark factory" future?
A Chinese manufacturing giant tells CBS News how its sprawling factory runs with a fraction of the human workforce previously required.
Businesses starting to receive their IEEPA tariff refunds
"I'd been checking the status feverishly to see if anything was in my bank account," one small business owner said.
Searing U.S. energy prices are driving the hottest inflation in years
CPI gas price index has surged 28% from a year ago, while overall energy costs are up nearly 18%, new inflation data shows.
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could reach nearly 4% in 2027
A larger COLA would boost monthly checks for retirees, but also strain Social Security's already depleted trust funds.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed governor, clearing path to become chair
The Senate has confirmed Kevin Warsh to the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors, a crucial step in President Trump's push to make Warsh the central bank's leader, replacing Jerome Powell.
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Developer scraps Trump Tower Australia plans, citing Iran war
The Trump Organization says its former Australian construction partner is just distracting from "his own defaults and failures" as he bails on plans for a Trump Tower.
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
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Trump promised to hold 30,000 migrants at Guantanamo. It's mostly empty.
A CBS News review of internal government documents and information provided to Congress shows immigration detention facilities at Guantanamo Bay are nearly empty.
Trump administration to name David Venturella as interim ICE chief
The Trump administration plans to name longtime immigration official David Venturella as the interim head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, replacing acting director Todd Lyons, a spokesperson and two U.S. officials said.
Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" could close in June, sources say
The closure comes amid escalating operating costs for the facility, which are now estimated to total nearly $1 billion.
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How diet and nutrition may help boost your brain health
Alzheimer's Association CEO and president Joanne Pike shares some recommendations on which foods to eat, and which foods to limit, for better brain health. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How can movement boost your brain health?
A recent survey by the Alzheimer's Association found most adults think maintaining brain health is very important, but they don't know what steps to take. (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association.)
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How exercise can improve brain health
Daily physical activity is one of the important steps to building healthy habits to lower the risk of dementia. As part of a three-part series, "Brain Health: From Awareness to Action," Alzheimer's Association President and CEO Joanne Pike joins "CBS Mornings" with tips on incorporating exercise into your routine as part of their "(re)think your brain" initiative. Learn more about their "6-Step Challenge" at rethinkyourbrain.org (Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association)
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Parents sue OpenAI over teen's death after he used ChatGPT to get drug info
A Texas couple is filing a lawsuit accusing the AI company of guiding their teenage son in using drugs, resulting in a fatal overdose.
WHO chief says "work not over" after evacuation of hantavirus-stricken ship
The head of the World Health Organization says "our work is not over" to contain hantavirus after evacuations from a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of the illness.
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Developer scraps Trump Tower Australia plans, citing Iran war
The Trump Organization says its former Australian construction partner is just distracting from "his own defaults and failures" as he bails on plans for a Trump Tower.
Menacing "monster wolf" robots in high demand to scare off bears
"Monster Wolf" is an animatronic scarecrow with flashing red eyes that howls and growls menacingly to scare away wild animals.
Shots fired in Philippines Senate, where a wanted senator is holed up
Sen. Ronald dela Rosa is wanted by the International Criminal Court for his alleged role in the killings of at least 32 people
Trump arrives in Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping
President Trump said before he left that he and President Xi Jinping "have a lot of things to discuss."
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Iran insists it's ready for a new U.S. attack as Trump arrives in China
Iran's military says it's trained and ready for any new U.S. assault as Trump predicts a "long talk" about the war with China's President Xi in Beijing.
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"Top Gun" celebrates 40 years
The action movie "Top Gun," starring Tom Cruise, was released 40 years ago. To celebrate its anniversary, the film and its sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," are returning to AMC theaters nationwide for one week. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Stars of "Dutton Ranch" on reprising roles
Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, the stars and executive producers of "Dutton Ranch," sit down with "CBS Mornings" to talk about reprising their "Yellowstone" roles for the series spinoff. The series premieres May 15 on Paramount+.
Dua Lipa alleges Samsung uses copyrighted image of her to sell TVs
Pop singer accuses electronics manufacturer Samsung of using a copyrighted image of her face to sell TVs.
Annette Bening talks "Dutton Ranch"
Annette Bening talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Dutton Ranch," why she wanted to play her character and learning to ride a horse for the role.
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck sued over movie
Inspired by a true story, Netflix's "The Rip," starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, follows two Miami-Dade police officers as they discover more than $20 million of cartel cash during a drug raid and reveals corruption within the department. But now the real-life officers involved in the raid are suing Damon and Affleck through their production company. Carter Evans reports.
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The good behind the rise of AI
Josh Tyrangiel, a producer, journalist and author, breaks down the potentially positive uses of artificial intelligence amid concerns. Tyrangiel explains how AI can help solve meaningful problems and breaks down its use in schools.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testifies at trial
In federal court on Tuesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman testified about his leadership and pushed back against claims made by co-founder Elon Musk. Musk, who has since launched his own AI company, is suing Altman and OpenAI, claiming it flipped its original structure as a neutral nonprofit in favor of a for-profit business.
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.
White House invites business titans on China trip
The White House invited 16 top U.S. executives to join President Trump on his trip to China. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Takeout" to discuss what the move could signal to Beijing.
Latest details on Musk-OpenAI court battle
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman took the stand on Tuesday to defend himself against a lawsuit brought by his former business partner, Elon Musk. Paresh Dave, senior writer for Wired, joins to unpack the case so far.
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Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctica talks start in Japan
Greater protections for endangered emperor penguins and how to manage growing tourism are topping the agenda at talks on Antarctica in Japan.
What's in the released UFO files?
The Pentagon released UFO documents on Friday, with President Trump telling the public to "have fun" deciding for itself what is going on. Carter Evans reports.
Trump: UFO files released for transparency
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said it's time for the American people see it for themselves, as the Pentagon started releasing previously classified documents related to UFOs and UAPs. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
"The Age of Disclosure" director on UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released and declassified numerous files on UFOs, including eyewitness testimony, photos and reports. Government knowledge of non-human intelligent life was the subject of the documentary "The Age of Disclosure," released in February. Its director and producer, Dan Farah, joins CBS News to discuss.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
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Court overturns Alex Murdaugh's murder convictions, orders new trial
Alex Murdaugh was convicted of his killing his wife and his son at the family's home in 2021.
Judge shot dead while heading to gym without her bodyguards
Lady Pachar was shot that day while traveling by car to a gym in the southwestern city of Machala.
Convicted Utah author's son reveals new details about night his dad died
Prosecutors said Kouri Richins laced her husband's cocktail with five times the lethal dose of fentanyl in 2022.
New details about Boston-area highway gunman
The suspect who allegedly fired into a major road near Boston had prior criminal convictions. Jericka Duncan reports on new details about the shooting and the suspect.
Charges after Baltimore's Key Bridge collapse
The Justice Department announced criminal charges against the ship operator in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse that killed six people in 2024. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
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UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
Pentagon begins releasing UFO files: "It's time the American people see"
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said in a statement that the documents "have long fueled justified speculation — and it's time the American people see it for themselves."
Mysterious world beyond Pluto may have atmosphere, study says
If confirmed, the rock would become just the second world past Neptune in our solar system to host an atmosphere.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
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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?
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What to know on Trump's crucial China visit
President Trump is in Beijing, China, for a crucial summit with President Xi Jinping that includes top U.S. business executives. CBS News' Anna Coren and Courtney Kealy have more.
Sneak peek: Joe Hunter's Mission
ENCORE: A "Survivor" contestant believes his sister was murdered and is determined to be her voice. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports Saturday, May 16 at 9/8c on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
Guantanamo Bay military base mostly empty
Internal government documents and information given to Congress show the Guantanamo Bay military base in Cuba remains mostly empty a year after President Trump vowed to use it to house thousands of migrants facing deportation. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Inflation impact on businesses, consumers
Inflation has soared to its highest level in nearly three years, rising to an annual rate of 3.8%. Surging fuel prices, a result of the war with Iran, are impacting businesses and consumers. Jason Allen reports.
The good behind the rise of AI
Josh Tyrangiel, a producer, journalist and author, breaks down the potentially positive uses of artificial intelligence amid concerns. Tyrangiel explains how AI can help solve meaningful problems and breaks down its use in schools.