Elon Musk spends $277 million to back Trump and Republican candidates
Elon Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican candidates.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 24, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Rand Paul and Tammy Duckworth join Margaret Brennan.
Analysis: Election conspiracies persist, even with different outcomes
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
Race to take over DNC has begun after devastating 2024 losses
Martin O'Malley and Ken Martin have both jumped in the race for DNC chair, while others are exploring runs.
How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
Harris campaign raised $1 billion-plus. It's still sending appeals for donors.
Democrats are sending persistent appeals to Harris supporters without expressly asking them to cover any potential debts, enticing would-be donors instead with other matters.
What unified government means for Trump's Cabinet and agenda
Even with unified GOP control of government, Trump's agenda and some of his more controversial nominees may run into some opposition.
London mayor says Trump's attacks on him are due to his ethnicity and religion
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has accused Donald Trump of repeatedly criticizing him because of his "ethnicity" and Muslim faith, comments likely to renew his long-running feud with Trump.
Biden tells Trump "welcome back" during Oval Office meeting
President Biden and President-elect Donald Trump both promised a "smooth" transition.
Here's what to know about Trump and the future of student loan relief
President-elect Donald Trump has called the Biden administration's student loan relief efforts a "total catastrophe."
Final House race decided one month after Election Day
The final count in the House will be 220 Republicans to 215 Democrats.
Who would DeSantis choose for Senate if Rubio joins Trump's Cabinet?
If Trump selects Rubio as Secretary of State, DeSantis would gain the power to appoint a temporary Senate replacement.
What to know about Susie Wiles, Donald Trump's White House chief of staff
Trump campaign co-chair Susie Wiles will serve as White House chief of staff, the first woman — Republican or Democrat — ever to hold that position.
When do states have to certify 2024 election results? Here's a full list of dates
After voters cast their ballots, their votes are certified by state officials before the electoral college gathers.
In a Trump-dominated Washington, new arrivals in the House try to emerge
There are a few new members-elect of Congress who do not intend to go unnoticed in the 119th Congress.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Nov. 10, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Bill Hagerty and Rep. Ro Khanna join Margaret Brennan.
Looking ahead after a Trump victory
Robert Costa looks at the factors that helped decide the presidential election, including race, gender and class, as well as a global trend of rejecting incumbents following the economic ravages of COVID.
Biden, Trump to meet in Oval Office on Wednesday
President-elect Donald Trump will meet with President Joe Biden on Wednesday after Trump defeated Kamala Harris in the race for U.S. president.
Abortion rights support didn't always translate into Harris support — exit poll analysis
Americans voted to protect abortion access in seven states, but support for those measures outpaced support for Kamala Harris, who made abortion rights central to her campaign.
Here's who Trump has picked for Cabinet and other top jobs
Here's a list of people President-elect Donald Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.
Kennedy could be on short list for HHS secretary, Trump allies say
Republicans' newly won control of the Senate may have buoyed Kennedy's odds of a role in the Trump administration.
When Trump's victory became clear, online claims of election fraud quieted
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
Map shows Trump's 2024 election victory came as voters shifted red across the country
It's the first time Trump has topped an opponent in the popular vote, and only the second time since 1988 that any Republican has done so.
Trump says he won't sell DJT stock and calls for probe into short sellers
Donald Trump reiterated he doesn't intend to sell his stock in Trump Media, and called for an investigation into short sellers.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
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Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
U.S. indictment accuses two Syrian officials of torture at notorious prison
Peaceful protesters, including a 26-year-old American woman, were abused at the torture center.
It's the GOP's world in Washington. The Democratic governors are getting ready
Democratic governors met in Los Angeles over the weekend to discuss the way forward, as GOP is set to control all three branches of the federal government.
Pete Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill to build support
Some Senate Republicans said the allegations against Hegseth should be taken seriously only if the anonymous sources come forward.
What to know about Austin Tice, journalist held in Syria
The U.S. said it is trying to identify Tice's whereabouts after the toppling of the Assad regime.
What is birthright citizenship, and can Trump end the right in the U.S.?
President-elect Donald Trump says he'll end birthright citizenship, after years of criticizing the constitutional right.
Supreme Court won't hear case over Hawaii's rules for handguns
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a Hawaii man's appeal of his prosecution for carrying a handgun without a license.
Trump uses photo of himself with Jill Biden to announce new fragrance
President-elect Donald Trump announced a new line of merchandise on his Truth Social app, a fragrance line called "Fight, Fight, Fight."
Supreme Court turns away case over Boston high school admissions criteria
The Supreme Court on Monday turned away a challenge to race-neutral admissions criteria at three Boston high schools that aimed to increase racial and economic diversity.
Lara Trump steps down as RNC co-chair
Lara Trump will step down as co-chair of the Republican National Committee.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 8, 2024
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Reps. Mike Turner, Mike Kelly and Jason Crow join Margaret Brennan.
Rep. Crow concerned over Secret Service "culture of silence" amid Trump probe
The task force is wrapping up its work probing security failures surrounding the July 13 and Sept. 15 assassination attempts.
Transcript: Andrew Boyd and Mouaz Moustafa on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 8, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Mouaz Moustafa, executive director for the Syrian Emergency Task Force, and Andrew Boyd, former director of the CIA's Center for Cyber Intelligence, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 8, 2024.
Biden calls Assad's fall "moment of historic opportunity"
"At long last, the Assad regime has fallen," President Biden said Sunday, hours after opposition forces entered Damascus and seized control of Syria.
Trump says he'll act on the "first day" on some Jan. 6 cases
Trump said of the Jan. 6 defendants and convicts, "I'm going to be acting very quickly," he told NBC News' "Meet the Press."
Transcript: Frank McCourt on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 8, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with business executive Frank McCourt on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 8, 2024.
Transcript: Rep. Mike Turner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 8, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Rep. Mike Turner, Republican of Ohio, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 8, 2024.
Transcript: Reps. Mike Kelly and Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Dec. 8, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Reps. Mike Kelly, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that aired on Dec. 8, 2024.
Trump calls for "immediate ceasefire" in Ukraine after Zelenskyy meeting
President-elect Donald Trump called on Sunday for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine, saying that Ukraine and its president "would like to make a deal and stop the madness."
White House announces nearly $1 billion in military assistance to Ukraine
President-elect Donald Trump's election victory has cast doubt on the future of U.S. aid for Ukraine.
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Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
Polygamous sect leader with 20 "wives" sentenced to 50 years
A polygamist leader in Arizona has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.
It's the GOP's world in Washington. The Democratic governors are getting ready
Democratic governors met in Los Angeles over the weekend to discuss the way forward, as GOP is set to control all three branches of the federal government.
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
Still need to buy a Christmas tree? Here's the good news.
Extreme weather and a smaller supply of tree has pushed up prices, but this year consumers are getting break.
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Teens want to learn about financial topics, but only 10 states require it
Only 10 states require a personal finance course for high schoolers, but one teacher says she tells her students it's the most important course they will take.
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
Still need to buy a Christmas tree? Here's the good news.
Extreme weather and a smaller supply of tree has pushed up prices, but this year consumers are getting break.
Fortnite creator Epic Games sends customers $72 million refund. Here's why.
The game's design nudged people into racking up unauthorized charges, the FTC said. Here's how customers will be refunded.
Cracker Barrel apologizes after refusing to serve students with special needs
The restaurant chain attributed the mess-up to staffing challenges, saying refusal of service was unrelated to the students' abilities.
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Trump taps San Francisco attorney for assistant AG position at DOJ
President-elect Donald Trump announced Monday he will nominate Bay Area attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a position at the U.S. Department of Justice.
U.S. indictment accuses two Syrian officials of torture at notorious prison
Peaceful protesters, including a 26-year-old American woman, were abused at the torture center.
It's the GOP's world in Washington. The Democratic governors are getting ready
Democratic governors met in Los Angeles over the weekend to discuss the way forward, as GOP is set to control all three branches of the federal government.
Pete Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill to build support
Some Senate Republicans said the allegations against Hegseth should be taken seriously only if the anonymous sources come forward.
What to know about Austin Tice, journalist held in Syria
The U.S. said it is trying to identify Tice's whereabouts after the toppling of the Assad regime.
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Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
EPA bans two cleaner solvents linked to cancer
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).
Mysterious illness, dubbed "disease X," has killed dozens in Congo, WHO says
The WHO says 406 cases of the disease have been recorded and that more than half of those who died were children younger than 5.
A Navy vet thought she was having a heart attack, but was fighting something else
Mary Jo Burkhard, 71, went to the emergency room with worrying symptoms. It wasn't the heart attack she feared.
USDA orders national milk testing to monitor bird flu in dairy herds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing a new federal order requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples nationwide to be collected and tested.
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U.S. indictment accuses two Syrian officials of torture at notorious prison
Peaceful protesters, including a 26-year-old American woman, were abused at the torture center.
What to know about Austin Tice, journalist held in Syria
The U.S. said it is trying to identify Tice's whereabouts after the toppling of the Assad regime.
"High-level" cocaine trafficker targeted by U.S. is arrested in Dubai
Othman El Ballouti, who was sanctioned by the U.S. last year, was held over an international arrest warrant issued by Belgian authorities.
Mysterious illness, dubbed "disease X," has killed dozens in Congo, WHO says
The WHO says 406 cases of the disease have been recorded and that more than half of those who died were children younger than 5.
Tens of thousands of people evacuated as Philippines volcano erupts
The Philippines' Kanlaon volcano erupted for nearly four minutes, shooting ash 2.5 miles into the sky and prompting the emergency evacuation of some 87,000 people.
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Fortnite creator Epic Games sends customers $72 million refund. Here's why.
The game's design nudged people into racking up unauthorized charges, the FTC said. Here's how customers will be refunded.
Selena Gomez earns Golden Globe nominations for two different roles
Selena Gomez is up for two acting awards at the 2025 Golden Globes for her roles in the film "Emilia Pérez" and the series "Only Murders in the Building."
Watch: 2025 Golden Globes nominations
Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut announced the 2025 Golden Globes nominations on Monday, unveiling 10 categories exclusively on "CBS Mornings." Watch the full coverage.
Billy Crystal on new show, "Before"
Award-winning actor and comedian Billy Crystal's newest project is a psychological thriller on Apple TV+ called "Before." Crystal joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about producing and starring in the new series.
82nd annual Golden Globe nominees announced
Morris Chestnut and Mindy Kaling announced the nominations for the 82nd annual Golden Globes Monday morning. Fandango managing director Erik Davis has a look at the nominees.
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Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto, AI czar?
The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks reflect that, with former PayPal executive David Sacks set to serve as Trump's crypto and artificial intelligence czar. Makena Kelly, senior politics reporter for Wired, joins CBS News to dig into Sacks' background.
Fortnite creator Epic Games sends customers $72 million refund. Here's why.
The game's design nudged people into racking up unauthorized charges, the FTC said. Here's how customers will be refunded.
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.
Appeals court upholds law that would ban TikTok in U.S.
A federal appeals court upheld a law that will ban TikTok in the U.S. in the coming months if its Chinese parent company doesn't sell its stake in the app. Scott MacFarlane has more.
Appeals court upholds potential TikTok ban
A federal appeals court upheld a law Friday that would ban TikTok in the U.S. if the app's Chinese parent company, ByteDance, does not sell it. TikTok and ByteDance could still appeal the case to the Supreme Court. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins to unpack the challenges of reaching a deal, with the law set to take effect on Jan. 19.
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Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
When should consumers buy electric cars?
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.
Starbucks plastic cup investigation
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
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Person of interest in CEO killing arraigned
Luigi Mangione, a man arrested in Pennsylvania, is being questioned in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. Mangione was arraigned in a Pennsylvania courtroom on separate charges and denied bail. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter have the latest.
CEO death raises corporate security concerns
The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in the middle of Manhattan has some major corporations rethinking their strategies for protecting top executives. Oliver Barnes, U.S. pharmaceutical and biotech correspondent for the Financial Times, joins CBS News to discuss.
Why did search in CEO killing take 5 days?
Police have identified and detained what is being described as a "strong person of interest" in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News law enforcement contributor Richard Esposito, former NYPD deputy commissioner, joins to explain why it may have taken five days for police to make an arrest.
What court was like during Penny acquittal
In New York City, a jury acquitted a man in the chokehold death of a subway rider. Daniel Penny had pleaded not guilty to second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide charges. CBS New York reporter Alice Gainer was in the courtroom when the verdict was read.
Daniel Penny acquitted in subway chokehold trial
Daniel Penny has been found not guilty of criminally negligent homicide in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on a New York City subway car in 2023. Alice Gainer has more.
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Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
NASA's Artemis moon mission delayed yet again
NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the delay is partly so that it can address issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield.
NASA delays next 2 Artemis moon missions to address heat shield, other issues
Heat shield damage seen during the first Artemis test flight is now understood, NASA says, but more time is needed to implement fixes.
More on small asteroid near Earth
A small asteroid neared the Earth's atmosphere before exploding. Derrick Pitts, the Franklin Institute's chief astronomer and planetarium director, joins CBS News with more on the phenomenon.
Trump taps billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman as next NASA chief
Jared Isaacman is an entrepreneur and veteran private astronaut with strong ties to Elon Musk and his rocket company SpaceX.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Person of interest in CEO killing arraigned
Luigi Mangione, a man arrested in Pennsylvania, is being questioned in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. Mangione was arraigned in a Pennsylvania courtroom on separate charges and denied bail. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Anna Schecter have the latest.
Does microdosing weight loss drugs work?
The demand for weight loss drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, has skyrocketed in the past few years despite the high cost and unpleasant side effects for some people. The New York Times reports some patients are finding a way around both of these concerns by experimenting with microdosing the drugs. Dr. Jeremy Faust, emergency physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, joins CBS News to assess the safety and risks of the practice.
Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto, AI czar?
The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks reflect that, with former PayPal executive David Sacks set to serve as Trump's crypto and artificial intelligence czar. Makena Kelly, senior politics reporter for Wired, joins CBS News to dig into Sacks' background.
CEO death raises corporate security concerns
The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in the middle of Manhattan has some major corporations rethinking their strategies for protecting top executives. Oliver Barnes, U.S. pharmaceutical and biotech correspondent for the Financial Times, joins CBS News to discuss.
Why did search in CEO killing take 5 days?
Police have identified and detained what is being described as a "strong person of interest" in the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News law enforcement contributor Richard Esposito, former NYPD deputy commissioner, joins to explain why it may have taken five days for police to make an arrest.