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President Trump has signed the first major legislation addressing cryptocurrencies in the U.S. It comes less than 24 hours after Congress passed cuts worth $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
The House approved a rescissions package to slash $9 billion in foreign aid and public broadcasting funding, sending the bill to President Trump's desk. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
The uproar and debate over the Trump administration's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein investigation are complicating efforts for House lawmakers to vote on a spending cuts package. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
The House on Thursday afternoon passed three bills addressing cryptocurrency, including the GENIUS Act, which now goes to President Trump for his signature. GOP Rep. Tom Emmer of Minnesota, who also serves as House majority whip, was one of the earliest in Congress to advance the crypto cause and joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
President Trump this week ordered Texas Republicans to redraw congressional district lines in hopes of adding GOP seats to the next Congress. CBS News election law expert and political contributor David Becker explains why the move could benefit Democrats instead.
The Senate on Thursday advanced the nomination of controversial Trump ally Emil Bove, while the Justice Department fired the daughter of a Trump rival, Maurene Comey. Meanwhile, President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor health condition related to his veins and on Capitol Hill, lawmakers moved forward with $9 billion in cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane, Nancy Cordes and Nikole Killion have the details.
The House of Representatives could soon vote on the rescissions package that would cut $9 billion from foreign aid and public broadcasting funding if signed into law. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
The Senate is expected to vote this week on the Trump administration's request to cancel billions of dollars in funding previously approved for multiple government departments and agencies. CBS News' Nancy Chen explains how the rescission process works.
The late Rep. Raúl Grijalva, who is Adelita Grijalva's father, was one of the most senior and progressive power brokers on Capitol Hill.
In a notable break from President Trump, House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for the Department of Justice to release all of its information on Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News chief Washington analyst Robert Costa has more.
President Trump signed the congressionally approved spending and tax bill into law on Friday, July 4.
President Trump signed his massive spending and tax bill into law on Friday at an Independence Day ceremony at the White House. Jericka Duncan anchors this CBS News Special Report.
The House on Thursday passed the signature piece of legislation of President Trump's second term, approving his "big, beautiful bill" by a vote of 218 to 214.
With time running out, House Republicans pushed through a massive budget bill, racing to meet their self-imposed July 4 deadline. The legislation now awaits a presidential signature. Nikole Killion has more.
The House passed the signature piece of legislation of President Trump's second term, approving a massive bill that includes trillions of dollars in tax and spending cuts while ramping up funding for defense and implementing the administration's immigration agenda. Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke to Iowa residents ahead of the president's rally in Des Moines. Nikole Killion has a look at the impact on the clean energy industry.
President Trump's so-called "big, beautiful bill" will now head to his desk after both chambers of Congress passed the measure. The bill touches on Medicaid, defense spending, tax cuts and much more. CBS News executive director of White House and politics Fin Gómez has more.
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are hitting the holiday travel rush after passing President Trump's budget bill. The final vote was 218 to 214. House Republicans chanted "USA" in the chamber after the legislation made it over the finish line and President Trump is taking credit. CBS News' Hunter Woodall and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the latest.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries slammed President Trump's budget package as "one big, ugly bill" during his address on the chamber's floor for his "magic minute." Jeffries began his speech just before 5 a.m. ET.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is addressing the lower chamber in a "magic minute," which allows the leader unlimited speaking time. This comes as Republican leaders signal they may have the votes needed to pass the Senate's version of President Trump's so-called "big, beautiful bill" to address the nation's budget and spending. NPR's Claudia Grisales and CBS News' Willie James Inman have more.
In the upper chamber, which sees tied votes with more regularity, the Vice President is called upon to cast tie-breaking votes.
House Republicans are struggling to reach a consensus on President Trump's budget bill. The legislation passed the Senate on Tuesday, but some Republican holdouts aren't happy with the changes made in the upper chamber. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
The multi-trillion dollar tax cut and spending bill is back in the House of Representatives. President Trump would like a final bill he can sign into law by the Fourth of July. Margaret Brennan reports the president is running into resistance from within his own party.
While the moderate and conservative wings of the House Republican Conference haggle over details of the budget bill, Democrats are united in opposition. Democratic Rep. Adam Smith of Washington joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
President Trump's economic bill has stalled in the House as Republican leaders work to win over holdouts. Republican Rep. Marlin Stutzman of Indiana, who is pushing to delay a vote, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
The House of Representatives has spent most of Wednesday in a state of suspended animation as Republican leaders try to wrangle enough votes to pass President Trump's economic agenda before his arbitrary deadline of July 4. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
President Trump has filed a lawsuit over a story the Wall Street Journal published about an alleged birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein.
Ten Americans are en route to the U.S. after a prisoner swap involving the U.S., El Salvador and Venezuela, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday.
The Justice Department on Friday formally asked a federal judge to unseal transcripts from grand jury proceedings involving convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Todd Lyons, the acting ICE director, told CBS News he will allow agents to continue wearing masks due to concerns about their safety.
President Trump signed the country's first major legislation aimed at regulating cryptocurrency on Friday, hailing "the exciting new frontier" for the technology.
The cause of the explosion at the LASD facility in East Los Angeles has not yet been identified by officials.
The leaders of Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire days after major Israeli strikes, a U.S. envoy said Friday, as he urged all sides in war-torn Syria to lay down arms.
Many think the space program adds to feelings of national pride and patriotism, a CBS News poll shows.
Tech company Astronomer said its board has launched an investigation after CEO Andy Byron was seen embracing a coworker at a Coldplay concert.
When retired Marine Cpl. Scott Harrison was stationed at U.S. Marine outpost Con Thien during the Vietnam War, it was a music box sent by his sister that brought him hope during his darkest hours. Years later, Harrison used that hope to help and inspire others.
"They're hiding. People aren't willing to come to work," a Los Angeles contractor told CBS News.
President Trump has filed a lawsuit over a story the Wall Street Journal published about an alleged birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein.
Lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman were among the most successful and prolific partnerships of their time. Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Tony Bennett and many others performed their material.
Todd Lyons, the acting ICE director, told CBS News he will allow agents to continue wearing masks due to concerns about their safety.
Tech company Astronomer said its board has launched an investigation after CEO Andy Byron was seen embracing a coworker at a Coldplay concert.
The new tax cuts and spending bill includes a $250 fee for visitors coming to the U.S. on nonimmigrant visas. Here's what to know.
Bankruptcy filing alleges Steward Health Care executives siphoned $245 million from needy hospitals.
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's policies.
Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.
The EPA's Office of Research and Development has more than 1,500 employees, including scientists and researchers, dispersed across the U.S.
"They're hiding. People aren't willing to come to work," a Los Angeles contractor told CBS News.
The leaders of Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire days after major Israeli strikes, a U.S. envoy said Friday, as he urged all sides in war-torn Syria to lay down arms.
President Trump has filed a lawsuit over a story the Wall Street Journal published about an alleged birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein.
The Justice Department on Friday formally asked a federal judge to unseal transcripts from grand jury proceedings involving convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Millions of Americans who take advantage of the Affordable Care Act could see their health insurance costs skyrocket next year due to multiple factors, including the expiration of COVID-era subsidies. The national health information nonprofit KFF found that ACA premiums will increase by an average of 15% in 2026. Cynthia Cox, vice president and director of KFF's Program on the ACA, joins to discuss.
People who get their health insurance through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see a significant spike in their premiums next year because of several factors, including an end to certain tax credits. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
A man who was sucked into an MRI machine and suffered severe injuries on Long Island has died, according to police.
Consumers face both rising premiums and falling subsidies next year in Obamacare plans.
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday formally approved Juul to sell its vape devices and nicotine pods. Dr. Robert Jackler, a professor at Stanford Medicine who focuses on the impact of tobacco and advertising, speaks with "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson about it.
The leaders of Israel and Syria have agreed to a ceasefire days after major Israeli strikes, a U.S. envoy said Friday, as he urged all sides in war-torn Syria to lay down arms.
Ten Americans are en route to the U.S. after a prisoner swap involving the U.S., El Salvador and Venezuela, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday.
650 days after Israeli-American Keith Siegel was seized in the Hamas attack, he says a deal to bring home the remaining hostages must be made "as soon as possible."
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's policies.
Philippa Langley, who helped unearth King Richard III's body from a parking lot in 2012, says that two young princes who disappeared from the Tower of London were not killed.
The iconic "Rosebud" sled from the 1941 classic film "Citizen Kane" was sold at auction this week for a staggering $14.75 million, one of the highest prices ever for a piece of movie memorabilia.
CBS announced Thursday that it was ending "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" in 2026 and would also be sunsetting "The Late Show" franchise, calling it "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night." Jim Axelrod has more.
The phenomenally successful New York City restaurateur's irreverent memoir recounts a life that was battered by a stroke, followed by an almost-successful suicide attempt.
Lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman were among the most successful and prolific partnerships of their time. Frank Sinatra, Michael Jackson, Tony Bennett and many others performed their material.
Peacock is hiking its prices as streaming platforms surpass traditional broadcasters in how people watch TV.
There is fear surrounding the uncertainty of how the rapidly developing world of artificial intelligence will impact the workforce -- whether it will threaten jobs or boost productivity. But in Reporter's Notebook, "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson takes a more nuanced look at what it means to find understanding in an AI world.
With roots dating back to the 1800s, baseball has long relied on human umpires to make split-second calls. But now, Major League Baseball is trying out a new system that uses sensors and replay challenges to determine balls and strikes. Jomboy Media's founders join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the pros and cons.
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.
Content promoting extreme weight loss and cosmetic surgery is available to young TikTok users, breaching the social media platform's policies.
The online gaming platform Roblox is adding new safety features aimed at protecting its young players. CEO and founder David Baszucki joins CBS News to explain the changes.
A groundbreaking IVF trial has raised hope that women with genetic mutations in their own DNA could one day have children without passing on deadly diseases.
The site where the remains were found was once home to a beloved ice cream shop.
Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped out. Scientists have created the "Flonduran" crossbreed to solve the problem.
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Barbara Rae-Venter never anticipated that her genealogy hobby would lead to the capture of one of California's most notorious criminals, the Golden State Killer. Her pioneering use of genetic genealogy has since helped solve numerous cold cases.
President Trump announced that he is suing the publisher and owner of the Wall Street Journal, media tycoon Rupert Murdoch, and others in a $10 billion libel lawsuit. This comes less than 24 hours after the Journal published a report claiming Mr. Trump wrote Jeffrey Epstein a "bawdy" birthday note in 2003. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more details.
Teresa Peroni was reported missing by her family in 1983, but charges were not filed for decades.
Kayla Elliott said she was told a couple was seeking surrogacy because they had one daughter but were unable to conceive again after 10 attempts.
Steve and Kristi Goncalves join "CBS Mornings Plus" to share their reaction to Bryan Kohberger's guilty plea and the end of the nearly three-year wait for justice.
"The suitcase was found to contain an American Colt Commander, .45 caliber with three empty magazines," Russian officials said.
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
NWA 16788, the largest piece of Mars on Earth, fetched $5.3 million at auction. Franklin Institute chief astronomer and planetarium director Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with more.
Astronomers have discovered the earliest seeds of planets forming around HOPS-315, a baby star located 1,300 light-years away.
The Perseids meteor shower begins this week and is expected to offer one of the best astronomy shows of 2025.
Two black holes merged into one massive one, scientists from an international collaborative group said.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Sunday marks the 56th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission -- the first to land humans on the moon. Now, NASA is in a multiyear effort to return astronauts to the moon starting in 2026, with an eye toward a crewed mission to Mars in the 2030s.
The best players in women's basketball are in Indianapolis this weekend for the WNBA All-Star Game. This year's game features six first-time all-stars, including No. 1 overall pick Paige Bueckers. One notable player missing is Indiana Fever superstar Caitlin Clark, who had to drop out due to a groin injury. Claire Watkins, staff writer for Just Women's Sports, joins "The Daily Report" to preview the game.
President Trump on Friday filed a libel lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal's publisher and its leader, Rupert Murdoch, after the paper published a story on what it called a "bawdy" birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein that the paper alleged was signed by Mr. Trump. The president has denied the report, calling the letter a "FAKE." Nancy Cordes has the latest.
Felix Baumgartner, who made global headlines in 2012 for a record-breaking parachute jump from the stratosphere, has died in a paragliding accident in Italy at the age of 56. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee reports.
President Trump said this week that Coca-Cola has agreed to use cane sugar in U.S. Coke, arguing that it is "just better!" But would this change benefit U.S. consumers, and, more broadly, the U.S. economy? Eduardo J. Gomez, Lehigh University professor and author of the book "Junk Food Politics," joins "The Takeout" to discuss.