Wolf at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
David Nakamura, Susan Page, Jamelle Bouie and Jonah Goldberg discuss the White House Correspondents' Association dinner and President Trump's shifting cabinet.
White House Correspondents' Dinner
The Washington Hilton's decades-long history with D.C. politics
The White House Correspondents' Dinner has been an annual tradition since 1921, bringing together presidential comedy and the press corps, and the Hilton has been its home for 57 years.
The history of classic Washington, D.C. hotel
The White House Correspondent's Dinner will bring together journalists, government officials and some celebrities in Washington, D.C. tonight. President Trump is not expected to attend the annual event, which has long been held at the Washington Hilton, a hotel not far from the White House that has its own place in presidential history.
Comedian Amber Ruffin pulled from White House Correspondents' Dinner
White House Correspondents Association President Eugene Daniels said that the WHCA board had "unanimously decided we are no longer featuring a comedic performance this year."
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. on "The Takeout"
Comedian and "Daily Show" correspondent Roy Wood Jr. joined Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" to discuss his upcoming appearance at the White House Correspondents' dinner, how he approaches political comedy, and why he thinks "fear is a good thing" when it comes to performing stand-up.
White House Correspondents' Dinner overshadowed by protests
Mr. Biden, like most of his predecessors, used the glitzy annual White House Correspondents' Association banquet to jab at his rival, former President Donald Trump.
The significance of the White House Correspondents Dinner
Over the decades, the annual White House Correspondents Dinner has allowed presidents to go into a more informal setting, let their hair down a bit, and poke fun at themselves. But some critics say the dinner is proof of a cozy relationship between the White House and the media. Mark Strassmann has more.
Biden takes jabs at age, rivals at White House Correspondents' Dinner
Brittney Griner attended the dinner as a guest of CBS News.
Roy Wood Jr. preps for career milestone
Stand-up comedian Roy Wood Jr. joined CBS News to discuss his upcoming hosting gig at the White House Correspondents' dinner and the possibility of taking over as host on "The Daily Show."
Roy Wood Jr. says he has a big responsibility at the White House Correspondents' dinner
"When you have the microphone, you better have something to say. You may not get it again," Wood said.
Roy Wood Jr. of "The Daily Show" on political satire — "The Takeout"
On "The Takeout" podcast, the comedian talks about preparing for his next big gig ... the White House Correspondents' Dinner later this month.
White House reaction to economic numbers
The White House reacts to some poor economic numbers, and the House committee investigating the January 6 attack plans public hearings. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane join "Red and Blue" to discuss this and more.
CBS President & CEO George Cheeks tests positive for COVID-19
Cheeks was seated next to President Biden at the White House Correspondents Association dinner last Saturday, but Mr. Biden has since tested negative for the virus.
White House correspondents' dinner returns
More than 2,000 journalists, politicians and celebrities gathered in Washington, D.C., for the first White House Correspondents' Association annual dinner in three years. President Biden and comedian Trevor Noah headlined the evening filled with roasts and COVID jokes. Ed O'Keefe has the story.
Biden roasts Trump, GOP at White House correspondents' dinner
"Just imagine if my predecessor came to this dinner this year — now that would have really been a real coup," the president joked.
Historian Ron Chernow at WHCD
Historian Ron Chernow delivered the keynote speech at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. He praised journalists for their "noble work to preserve democracy."
Trump to skip White House Correspondents Dinner for campaign rally
In a break with tradition, the president has routinely skipped the White House press corps' biggest night of the year
Trump to skip White House Correspondents' Dinner
Mr. Trump, who has not yet attended a Correspondents' Dinner while in office, said the dinner was "so boring" and "too negative"
Michelle Wolf jabs back at Trump's Twitter attack
Trump said Wolf "bombed" at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner earlier this year. The comedian wasn't having it
CBS News' Margaret Brennan reveals "breaking personal news"
"I do have some breaking personal news, my husband and I are going to be welcoming a baby in September," Brennan, 38, told Colbert
White House Correspondents' Dinner backlash
CBSN political contributor Michael Graham discusses whether or not comedian Michelle Wolf crossed the line in her White House Correspondents' Dinner appearance, and what the controversy says about the media in the Trump era.
Trump blasts Michelle Wolf's correspondents' dinner remarks
President says comedian's roast of White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders "bombed"
Trump threatens government shutdown
Saturday night, President Trump threatened to shut down the federal government in September if Congress does not approve more funding to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border. The president fired up his base at a campaign-style rally in Michigan. For the second year in a row, he was a no show at the annual White House Correspondents Dinner. CBS News correspondent Errol Barnett reports.
Michelle Wolf roasts Washington at White House Correspondents' Dinner
President Trump skipped the "nerd prom" for the second year in a row
Trump slams the media at campaign-style rally in Michigan
President Trump holds rally instead of attending the White House Correspondents Dinner for second year in a row
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Venezuela's future in balance after Trump officials brief lawmakers; Maduro in jail
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela.
Trump administration halting $10 billion in social service funding to 5 states
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
Sen. Mark Kelly says Hegseth's move to demote him "is about stifling people's speech"
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said on Tuesday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's move to begin a process to demote and cut his retirement pay "is about stifling people's speech."
Dozens said to have been killed in Iran protests despite Trump's warning
At least 29 Iranian protesters have reportedly been killed in unrest across the nation, putting its rulers under huge pressure after Trump threatened to intervene.
5 years after Jan. 6, Democrats seek to ban taxpayer-funded payouts to rioters
Five years after the U.S. Capitol attack, some Senate Democrats are introducing new legislation to prevent taxpayer money from being awarded to convicted and now-pardoned rioters.
Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
Doug LaMalfa, GOP congressman from California, dies at 65
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a California Republican who had been in Congress for more than a decade, has died at the age of 65, House GOP Whip Tom Emmer announced.
U.S. NATO allies say "Greenland belongs to its people"
Top Trump aide Stephen Miller says it's the "formal position" of the White House that Denmark's territory of Greenland "should be part of the U.S."
GOP Rep. Jim Baird and wife hospitalized after car accident, Trump says
President Trump said the Republican congressman from Indiana was in a "bad accident."
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Is your state raising its minimum wage in 2026? Here's the list.
Almost two dozen states are expected to boost their minimum wage at some point in 2026.
Gas prices this year could be the lowest since 2020
U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.
Trump administration halting $10 billion in social service funding to 5 states
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
GOP Rep. Jim Baird and wife hospitalized after car accident
Rep. Jim Baird's office said he is expected to make a "full recovery."
Doug LaMalfa, GOP congressman from California, dies at 65
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a California Republican who had been in Congress for more than a decade, has died at the age of 65.
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Is your state raising its minimum wage in 2026? Here's the list.
Almost two dozen states are expected to boost their minimum wage at some point in 2026.
Gas prices this year could be the lowest since 2020
U.S. drivers are likely to see lower prices at the pump this year amid lower global oil prices and strong crude production.
Major oil companies to meet with Trump admin. on Venezuela, sources say
Petroleum giants Chevron, ConocoPhillips and ExxonMobil are planning to meet with the Trump administration later this week, sources told CBS News, as President Trump pushes oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
Prediction market user made $436,000 betting on Maduro capture
A prediction market user won big after wagering $32,000 that the U.S. would capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. Was it insider trading?
U.S. oil companies won't rush to re-enter shaky Venezuela, experts say
The Trump administration is counting on U.S. oil companies to revive Venezuela's creaky energy production and tap its massive reserves.
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Trump administration halting $10 billion in social service funding to 5 states
The Trump administration plans to halt billions of dollars in federal funding for social services programs in five states led by Democrats following allegations of fraud.
GOP Rep. Jim Baird and wife hospitalized after car accident
Rep. Jim Baird's office said he is expected to make a "full recovery."
Doug LaMalfa, GOP congressman from California, dies at 65
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a California Republican who had been in Congress for more than a decade, has died at the age of 65.
Sen. Mark Kelly says Hegseth's move to demote him "is about stifling people's speech"
Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said on Tuesday that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's move to begin a process to demote and cut his retirement pay "is about stifling people's speech."
U.S. NATO allies say "Greenland belongs to its people"
Top Trump aide Stephen Miller says it's the "formal position" of the White House that Denmark's territory of Greenland "should be part of the U.S."
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CDC issues new childhood vaccine guidelines
The Trump administration is reducing the number of vaccines it recommends for children in the U.S. Under the new guidelines, the CDC recommends all children be vaccinated against 11 diseases, which is down from 17 immunizations. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
Flu surges across U.S. as doctor visits reach highest level since 1997
The CDC estimated there have been at least 11 million flu cases as of December 27.
CDC announces new childhood vaccine recommendations for fewer shots
The new CDC recommendations suggest reducing the number of vaccinations all children should receive.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
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Dozens said to have been killed in Iran protests despite Trump's warning
At least 29 Iranian protesters have reportedly been killed in unrest across the nation, putting its rulers under huge pressure after Trump threatened to intervene.
Sunken tourist boat and body found after soccer coach, 3 kids go missing
Seven of those on board when the boat went down were rescued alive, while four others -- a Spanish man and three of his children -- were declared missing.
How could Trump's move against Venezuela impact major U.S. adversaries?
The U.S. striking Venezuela and capturing its leader has practical implications for China, Russia, Iran and Cuba, and it also sends messages to each nation.
U.S. NATO allies say "Greenland belongs to its people"
Top Trump aide Stephen Miller says it's the "formal position" of the White House that Denmark's territory of Greenland "should be part of the U.S."
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Venezuela's future in balance after Trump officials brief lawmakers; Maduro in jail
Ex-Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro spent the night in jail after he pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges — as questions linger about President Trump's plans for Venezuela.
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Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
Nikki Glaser on hosting Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser was the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo last year. She's returning to host the awards show again on Sunday. Glaser speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her preparation for the show.
Harlan Coben ditches fiction for true crime
Harlan Coben has written many bestselling mystery novels, but now he's ditching fiction for real life cases in a new CBS series. "Harlan Coben's Final Twist" dives into true crime murder mysteries. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about making the switch and challenges along the way.
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
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Nvidia unveils new "revolutionary" AI tech
Artificial intelligence technology giant Nvidia announced a new endeavor that it says will be revolutionary. Emily Bary, MarketWatch's assistant managing editor, joins CBS News with more.
AI-generated images, old footage circulate on social media after Maduro's capture
CBS News analyzed circulating images of President Nicolás Maduro by comparing dubious photos to verified content and using publicly available tools such as reverse image search.
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.
More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
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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.
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.
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Remembering the Jan. 6 Capitol riots
It has been five years since a violent mob took over the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. CBS News contributor David Becker has more on how history is being revised.
New details in fatal shooting of Ohio dentist
Police say new security video shows a person of interest in the deadly shooting of a popular dentist and his wife in Ohio. In the video, you can see an individual walking in the alley near the couple's home between the hours of 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Dec. 30, which is when police believe Spencer and Monique Tepe were killed. Hours later, the couple was found dead inside their home.
"Dances with Wolves" actor thrown out of court before sex abuse trial
Nathan Chasing Horse is accused of sexually assaulting women and girls and filming himself sexually abusing a girl younger than 14.
Trial begins for former cop in Uvalde shooting
Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former police officer accused of not protecting children during the 2022 Uvalde school shooting in Texas. CBS News' Karen Hua reports.
Person of interest in murders of dentist, wife
Police in Ohio have released new video of a person of interest in the murders of a dentist and his wife. The killings are believed to have happened between 2 a.m. and 5 a.m. on December 30.
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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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Looking ahead to Venezuela's future
Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as the country's interim president amid Nicolás Maduro's capture, but the nation's future is still uncertain. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
CDC issues new childhood vaccine guidelines
The Trump administration is reducing the number of vaccines it recommends for children in the U.S. Under the new guidelines, the CDC recommends all children be vaccinated against 11 diseases, which is down from 17 immunizations. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know.
Jeffries slam Trump, GOP over Jan. 6
House Democrats are holding an event to mark five years since the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said that President Trump and his allies have "repeatedly tried to rewrite history and whitewash the horrific events of January 6." CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Taurean Small have more details.
What we know about Maduro's case
Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, are due back in federal court on March 17. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down key details of their case.
Hakeem Jeffries slams GOP over Jan. 6
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries slammed Republican lawmakers during a hearing Tuesday marking five years since the Capitol riots on Jan. 6, 2021. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest.