Photos: Trump hosts trick-or-treaters for White House Halloween bash
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted star athletes, princesses, dinosaurs and at least one Trump impersonator at the White House's annual Halloween event Thursday.
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Bessent: China approved TikTok transfer deal
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Thursday that China has approved a TikTok transfer deal. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more.
Trump meeting with Xi Jinping: What to expect
President Trump will meet Thursday with China's President Xi Jinping. While the leaders have clashed over trade in recent months, Mr. Trump is optimistic they can strike a deal. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more.
Trump fires entire D.C. board over ballroom
President Trump fired all members of a board that oversees architecture in Washington, D.C., amid controversy over the construction of Mr. Trump's planned White House ballroom. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more details.
The White House: A cherished American landmark
In its 225-year history, the White House has been burned by British troops, reconstructed, expanded, and gut-renovated. This past week, it was partly demolished by its current occupant, who is building a huge ballroom.
These United States: The White House
Since our second president, John Adams, inhabited the White House, it has been burned by British troops, reconstructed, expanded, and gut-renovated. Mo Rocca looks at the history of a cherished American landmark, which this past week was partly demolished by the White House's current occupant, President Trump, who is building a huge, privately-funded ballroom.
What donors to Trump's White House ballroom stand to gain from the federal government
Dozens of companies and wealthy individuals have given money toward President Trump's $300 million White House ballroom project. Many have also sought favorable policies from his administration.
Where is debris from the White House East Wing demolition being taken?
A red and gray scrap truck carried remnants of the East Wing about six miles from the White House.
The long history of White House makeovers
As images of the East Wing demolition spark debate, historian Alexis Coe joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to put the latest White House renovation in perspective — from Truman's full interior overhaul to Nixon's press room conversion.
Lawmakers demand transparency over ballroom
The East Wing of the White House, which stood since 1942, has been demolished in just a few days to make way for President Trump's ballroom. Lawmakers are demanding more transparency about the project. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
White House demolishes East Wing as Trump says he'll donate "millions" to ballroom
New satellite photos show that demolition of the East Wing of the White House appears to be largely complete.
Fallout after White House East Wing demolished
Over the span of three days, construction crews demolished the East Wing of the White House. As Weijia Jiang reports, critics are raising concerns about the lack of transparency.
CBP chief defends tactics as Pritzker pushes back
In Chicago, where President Trump has deployed the Texas National Guard, protesters clashed with federal immigration agents. Nicole Sganga spoke to Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.
Who's paying for new White House ballroom?
The Trump administration has demolished the White House East Wing. Crew started working earlier this week to make room for a 90,000 square foot ballroom. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more details.
Why did Trump flip on troops in San Francisco?
President Trump has announced that he will not deploy federal troops to San Francisco. Mr. Trump says he made the decision after a conversation with the city's mayor. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump no longer sending feds to San Francisco
President Trump is calling off his planned deployment of federal agents to San Francisco. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Americans on White House ballroom plans
Americans are reacting to news of the Trump administration tearing down parts of the East Wing to make room for a massive ballroom on White House grounds. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi reports.
Trump on ballroom plans transparency
President Trump is responding to backlash over the White House ballroom construction plan following the surprising demolition of the East Wing. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
White House ballroom costs rise
Construction continues in the East Wing of the White House for President Trump's 90,000-square-foot ballroom. Mr. Trump has shown off his plans for the ballroom, which once finished will be nearly double the size of the main White House building. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports on the rising cost of the project.
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House Democrats request details on White House ballroom from President Trump
Three Democrats wrote to President Trump to express concern that decisions about the ballroom addition have been made without public disclosure.
White House plans to demolish entire East Wing as ballroom cost hits $300 million
The Trump administration is planning to demolish the entirety of the White House's East Wing as early as this weekend, two senior administration officials said, part of a ballroom project championed by President Trump.
Plans to demolish White House's entire East Wing
The Trump administration is planning to demolish the entirety of the White House's East Wing as early as this weekend, two senior administration officials told CBS News, part of a project championed by President Trump to add a ballroom to the complex. Weijia Jiang reports.
New White House ballroom to cost $300 million
Senior White House officials have confirmed to CBS News that the entire East Wing will be demolished to make way for the new ballroom championed by President Trump. The estimated cost has also increased to $300 million. Deepa Shivram, White House correspondent for NPR, and Eleanor Mueller, Congress reporter for Semafor, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Ballroom construction pauses White House tours, but likely to resume soon
Demolition of parts of the East Wing of the White House and construction of the new ballroom have meant tours have been suspended for about two months.
Trump's ballroom demolition sparks backlash
President Trump's planned White House ballroom is sparking concerns after bulldozers began ripping off parts of the East Wing as part of the construction project. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs has more details.
U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says
The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire.
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GPS data appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of wife's disappearance
After forensic evidence appeared to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where Lynette Hooker was the night she disappeared, U.S. investigators are renewing their search in the Bahamas.
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Iran "negotiating on fumes," Trump says, as U.S. conducts new strikes
The U.S. and Iran had appeared ready to de-escalate before the U.S. military conducted what it said were defensive strikes against Iran on Wednesday.
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Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed, but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
More than a dozen soldiers injured in Operation Epic Fury are still recovering at the military hospital.
Ex-CIA official arrested after $40M in gold bars allegedly found at his home
A former CIA official was arrested after FBI agents allegedly found $40 million worth of gold bars at his home while investigating whether he lied about his background.
2 dead, 9 workers "unrecovered" after Washington chemical tank implosion
The damaged tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. held approximately 900,000 gallons of white liquor, a chemical used in paper processing, authorities said.
DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Google employee accused of making over $1.2M by insider trading on Polymarket
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
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Jill Biden: "I was frightened" by 2024 debate, thought husband was having a stroke
Former first lady Jill Biden said she thought her husband, Joe Biden, was having a stroke during the 2024 debate against Donald Trump.
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DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Ex-judges push to look into "anti-weaponization fund" deal
A group of 35 former federal judges asked a court to reopen a legal dispute between President Trump and the government, calling the deal to create a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" potentially fraudulent.
New York City man sentenced to 10 years in plot to kill Iranian American writer
A federal judge has given a onetime truck and bus driver charged in an assassination plot against an Iranian American writer a 10-year prison sentence.
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Top FEMA official Bob Fenton says "we're ready for hurricane season"
FEMA says it's ready for hurricane season, though it's still racing to recover from months of shutdown disruptions, delayed grants and a depleted Disaster Relief Fund.
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Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed — but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
More than a dozen soldiers injured in Operation Epic Fury are still recovering at the military hospital.
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Google employee accused of making over $1.2M by insider trading on Polymarket
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic videos are made by AI
YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.
Stocks are rallying despite the Iran war and stubborn inflation. Here's why.
The S&P 500 hit a new record on Wednesday, even as soaring gas prices fuel inflation and consumer confidence sinks.
Conservative tech critic seen as leading candidate to be DOJ antitrust chief
The former assistant attorney general for the Justice Department Antitrust Division, Gail Slater, was abruptly terminated in February after clashes with Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche.
How much money you need to earn to afford a home in 49 U.S. cities
A household earning the average income would need to spend 40% of its income to afford the typical U.S. home, according to Redfin.
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DOJ investigating whether Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll committed perjury
The Justice Department is conducting a criminal investigation into whether author E. Jean Carroll committed perjury in connection with her civil lawsuits against President Trump, sources familiar with the matter said.
Google employee accused of making over $1.2M by insider trading on Polymarket
A software engineer at Google is facing federal charges after allegedly betting on confidential company information on Polymarket, netting more than $1.2 million in profits.
Ex-CIA official arrested after $40M in gold bars allegedly found at his home
A former CIA official was arrested after FBI agents allegedly found $40 million worth of gold bars at his home while investigating whether he lied about his background.
Ex-judges push to look into "anti-weaponization fund" deal
A group of 35 former federal judges asked a court to reopen a legal dispute between President Trump and the government, calling the deal to create a $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" potentially fraudulent.
U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says
The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.
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Rubio: No more Ebola patients allowed in U.S.
The Trump administration announced plans to set up an Ebola quarantine and treatment center in Kenya for Americans exposed to the deadly virus overseas. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is now saying no Ebola patients will be allowed into the U.S. Mark Strassmann reports.
Americans speak on health insurance costs
In the 1800s, Hartford, Connecticut, picked up the nickname, "The Insurance Capital of the World." Tony Dokoupil visits the city to ask people about rising insurance and healthcare costs.
Uganda closes its border with Congo over Ebola outbreak
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
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TV host Ty Pennington on bronchiectasis
HGTV host and designer Ty Pennington opens up about his mother's yearslong battle with bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition that often goes undiagnosed, and shares tips for caregivers on creating a calm environment. (Sponsored by Insmed)
Trump has third medical exam of the past year
President Trump said his health "checked out perfectly" after a medical checkup on Tuesday. Nancy Cordes reports.
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U.S. carries out new strikes against Iranian military site, official says
The U.S. military carried out another round of strikes on Iran, a U.S. official confirmed to CBS News on Wednesday, another challenge to a shaky ceasefire between the two countries.
Uganda closes its border with Congo over Ebola outbreak
Uganda on Wednesday ordered the closure of its border with Congo, where suspected cases of a rare type of Ebola are surging.
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Trump visited soldiers at Walter Reed — but not the 14 injured in the Iran war
More than a dozen soldiers injured in Operation Epic Fury are still recovering at the military hospital.
Official complains of persecution over CIA agents' deaths in Mexico
Two CIA agents died in a car crash while accompanying soldiers and state prosecutors in a raid of a drug lab in Chihuahua.
U.S. setting up Ebola quarantine facility in Kenya, officials say
The U.S. is in the process of setting up a quarantine facility in Kenya for Americans who were exposed to Ebola or infected with the deadly illness.
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Estelle on her latest album "Stay Alta"
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Josh Johnson on new special, career in comedy
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
Top moments from the American Music Awards
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Extended interview: Josh Johnson
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
Sonny Rollins, trailblazing jazz saxophonist, dies at age 95
Sonny Rollins, the legendary tenor saxophonist known for his bold tone and constant experimentation, has died at 95.
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YouTube revamping its AI labeling system
YouTube unveiled a new AI labeling system on Wednesday, aiming to make it easier for viewers to distinguish between real and AI content. CNET editor-at-large Scott Stein joins CBS News to break down the change.
YouTube taking steps to make clear when realistic videos are made by AI
YouTube said it will automatically label photorealistic content created by AI, the video platform said.
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.
Study evaluates AI's accuracy on news
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
How the U.S. military is using AI in warfare
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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New species of blue octopus discovered 5,900 feet underwater
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
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Teen charged in cruise killing to remain free for now
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, will remain free for now while a judge considers arguments following a hearing Wednesday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
New evidence in Bahamas disappearance
New forensic evidence appears to contradict Brian Hooker's account of where he says he was the night his wife Lynette went missing in the Bahamas. Cristian Benavides has the details.
Matthew Perry's assistant sentenced
"Friends" star Matthew Perry drowned in his hot tub in 2023 under the effects of ketamine. The 54-year-old's longtime personal assistant, who gave him the fatal injection, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and was sentenced to over three years in prison.
Clues in the Lynette Hooker investigation
An infrared camera mounted on the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker in the Bahamas could contain clues about her disappearance, CBS News has learned. Cristian Benavides has more.
China executes man for poisoning billionaire Netflix producer
Xu Yao was found guilty of killing Lin Qi, the founder of the company that holds the film adaptation rights for the blockbuster sci-fi trilogy "The Three-Body Problem."
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NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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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Latest details on Washington state chemical tank rupture; Trump's optimism on an Iran peace deal seems to waver.
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Takeaways from Texas primary runoffs; Trump paints murky picture of Iran peace talks.
New analysis on CEO compensation growth
New data shows the median compensation for CEOs of S&P 500 companies grew almost 6% in 2025, reaching $17.7 million. This uptick marks the smallest annual growth rate since 2022, when the median pay grew just about 1%. The figures come from the Associated Press' CEO compensation survey. Ken Sweet, a banking reporter for the AP who helped write the analysis, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Teen charged in cruise killing to remain free for now
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, will remain free for now while a judge considers arguments following a hearing Wednesday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest updates.
Biden sues to block release of biographer audio
Former President Joe Biden is suing the Justice Department to block the release of audio and transcripts from his private interviews with a ghostwriter that later became part of a special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.