Trump calls latest allegations "pure fiction," "outright lies"
As more allegations of inappropriate conduct toward women surfaced Wednesday, the GOP nominee defiantly denied he had done anything wrong
Donald Trump Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Trump denies allegations
Speaking before supporters in West Palm Beach, Florida, Donald Trump denied the allegations of unwanted groping and kissing made by multiple women against him. Trump called the claims political attacks orchestrated by the Clintons and the media, including the New York Times and People Magazine. See Trump's full remarks.
Michelle Obama rally
First Lady Michelle Obama blasted Donald Trump's recently surfaced comments about groping women as "shocking and demeaning," saying that to dismiss it as "locker room talk" is an insult to decent men everywhere. Watch her full remarks here.
Michelle Obama "shaken" by Trump's vulgar 2005 remarks
"This is not normal," the first lady said in New Hampshire. "This is disgraceful"
More Trump allegations
More women have come forward making groping allegations against GOP nominee Donald Trump. How will this damage the campaign? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and CBS News political analyst and Slate chief political correspondent Jamelle Bouie join CBSN to discuss.
NYT reporters defend report on Trump's unwanted sexual advances
Megan Twohey and Michael Barbaro respond to Trump campaign's claim that the report featuring two women's accounts of unwanted sexual advances by the GOP nominee is "fiction"
Trump denies claims
Multiple women have accused Donald Trump of sexual assault or misconduct. The Washington Post's Aaron Blake discusses how the Trump campaign is responding to the allegations.
Trump & Clinton under fire
Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton are dealing with controversies of very different natures. Trump is being bombarded with claims of sexual assault; and hackers have released controversial emails involving Hillary Clinton. New York Times Magazine's Mark Leibovich joins CBSN to discuss.
Trump assault claims
Donald Trump is denying a flood of sexual misconduct claims that have surfaced this week. CBS News' Major Garrett discusses Trump's strategy to shake off the scandal.
Trump angrily denies flood of sexual assault accusations
Dizzying array of charges -- likely a reaction to Trump’s blanket denial of sexual misconduct during debate -- depict an egotistical celebrity willing to accost women whenever the mood struck
What happens if Trump sues NYT
After the New York Times published a report on two women who described unwanted sexual advances from Donald Trump, the GOP nominee's lawyers sent a demand for a retraction, calling the article "reckless" and "defamatory." There are also reports Trump is thinking of suing the paper. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning" to break down what could happen if Trump sues the paper.
Trump sexual assault report
Thursday's New York Times features accounts by two women who say Donald Trump made unwanted sexual advances. The Trump campaign called the article "fiction," and his lawyer demanded the paper retract its story and issue an apology. Michael Barbaro, New York Times' national political reporter and host of the Run-Up podcast, and reporter Megan Twohey join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their article.
Trump campaign says it's going to sue the New York Times
Trump has been complaining about the press consistently, but a story published Wednesday evening prompted the threat of a lawsuit
Candidates on NYT report
A New York Times report includes the accounts of two women who say Donald Trump inappropriately touched them. Both Trump and Hillary Clinton have responded to the accusations. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest.
NYT: Two women say Trump touched them inappropriately
In a statement Wednesday evening, Donald Trump's campaign flatly denied the allegations printed in the New York Times
Trump supporters tweet #repealthe19th after poll shows he would win if only men vote
A poll showed Hillary Clinton winning if only women voted on November 8th, and Donald Trump winning if only men voted
More Trump allegations
A New York Times report shares the accounts of two women who say Donald Trump inappropriately touched them at different points in the past. Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN to talk about the ramifications of the latest allegations against the GOP presidential nominee.
Questionable Trump comments
In a 1992 Entertainment Tonight video, Donald Trump greets a group of young girls at Trump Tower and then brags to the camera: "I am going to be dating her in ten years. Can you believe it?" Major Garrett has more.
More allegations, questionable Trump comments on women surface
In 1992 "Entertainment Tonight" video, Trump brags he'll date young girl "in 10 years," as women step forward to challenge his "it's just words" assertion
Miss Arizona: Trump "came strolling right in" to pageant dressing room
Some girls were even topless or naked, a 2001 beauty pageant contestant recalled
Former Miss Arizona: Trump walked in on "half naked" contestants in dressing room
Tasha Dixon, who competed as Miss Arizona in 2001, confirmed to CBS News' Los Angeles affiliate that the GOP nominee would walk into pageant dressing rooms unannounced, following recently resurfaced audio recordings where Trump boasted about his ability to do so as the owner of the Miss USA pageant.
“Celebrity Apprentice”: Trump blasts “locker room" talk
"Locker room” talk was the precise reason Donald Trump fired pro-wrestler Maria Kanellis during "Celebrity Apprentice" in 2010
Conversations on sexual assault
Donald Trump's vulgar remarks about women has sparked a national conversation about sexual assault. The conversation is not new in politics: Tuesday marked the 25th anniversary of Anita Hill making her accusation against Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas. Anna Werner reports.
Trump comments prompt outpouring of women's assault stories
As one assault survivor said, “the stories have always been there,” but they’re “pouring out now”
Trump fallout
House Speaker Paul Ryan says Republican politicians can choose whether to support or denounce Trump if it helps them win re-election and keep a majority in the House. CBS News' Major Garrett has more on the fallout from Trump's videotaped comments about women.
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Over $120 million in USDA award payments to Minnesota suspended, White House says
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Friday that she is suspending payments on all active and future awards from the USDA to Minnesota amid the long-running fraud scandal in which the White House has alleged a misuse of federal funds.
Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
San Francisco mayor says he convinced Trump in phone call not to surge federal agents
In October, President Trump announced that he had called off a plan to "surge" federal agents to San Francisco.
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DOJ Civil Rights Division prosecutors won't investigate Minneapolis ICE shooting
Prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division were told they will not play a role in the investigation into a fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an ICE officer, two sources said.
Judge blocks HHS from freezing $10 billion in social services funding to 5 states
A federal judge has temporarily blocked HHS from halting $10 billion in social services funding to five states, a move the agency argued was necessary to crack down on fraud — but the states called unconstitutional.
U.S. Treasury Secretary pushes for Minnesota fraud crackdown
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the creation of a new IRS task force and other measures to combat fraud, underscoring the Trump administration's focus on Minnesota amidst the immigration crackdown.
DOJ creates task force to challenge state AI regulations
A new group within the Justice Department will target state artificial intelligence laws that it says hinder innovation, according to a memo.
Colombian president says Venezuela "will implode" if U.S. runs country for years
President Gustavo Petro responded to President Trump's comment that he expected U.S. oversight of Venezuela to last "much longer" than a year.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
Veteran Danish diplomat slams Trump's Greenland bid as U.S. imperialism
Veteran diplomat tells CBS News Denmark "ready to cooperate" on Greenland, and he expects U.S. to abandon "anachronistic approach of colonialism" post-Trump.
Video taken by ICE agent shows new angle of fatal shooting in Minneapolis
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
Jack Smith to testify publicly before House panel as soon as this month
Former special counsel Jack Smith is expected to testify publicly in front of the House Judiciary Committee in the coming weeks.
Trump meets with oil executives to push for investment in Venezuela
President Trump met with major oil industry executives Friday afternoon as he pushes U.S. oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
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Colombia's leader hopes new dialogue with Trump can "stop a world war"
Colombia's left-wing President Gustavo Petro speaks with CBS News in a network exclusive interview about what a U.S. attack on his country could mean.
U.S. forces seize 5th oil tanker linked to Venezuela
Southern Command said Marines and sailors launched from the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier for the pre-dawn operation.
U.S. sends delegation to Venezuela as Trump meets with oil executives
President Trump met with oil industry executives at the White House as a U.S. delegation visited Venezuela.
5 states sue Trump administration for freezing social services funding
California, Colorado, Minnesota, Illinois and New York called the move an unconstitutional abuse of power.
Mayor says ICE seeks to cause "chaos and disruption" in Minneapolis
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey indicated Thursday that the city is united in the wake of Wednesday's shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer.
White House says ballroom plans include adding 2nd story to West Wing colonnade
The White House ballroom architect said a new second story on the West Wing colonnade would help make the building more uniform with the ballroom.
Trump says he wants government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds
President Trump says he is directing the federal government to buy $200 billion in mortgage bonds, a move he said would help reduce mortgage rates at a time when Americans are worried about home prices.
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Over $120 million in USDA award payments to Minnesota suspended, White House says
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Friday that she is suspending payments on all active and future awards from the USDA to Minnesota amid the long-running fraud scandal in which the White House has alleged a misuse of federal funds.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
People mocked his mangled truck, until one resident stepped up
A badly damaged Chevy that turned heads across South Bend sparked an unexpected act of generosity.
San Francisco mayor says he convinced Trump in phone call not to surge federal agents
In October, President Trump announced that he had called off a plan to "surge" federal agents to San Francisco.
U.S. Treasury Secretary pushes for Minnesota fraud crackdown
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the creation of a new IRS task force and other measures to combat fraud, underscoring the Trump administration's focus on Minnesota amidst the immigration crackdown.
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Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
Looking for a job? Here are the best U.S. cities to find openings.
Midsize cities like Pittsburgh and Columbia, South Carolina, offer some of the best employment prospects, analysis finds.
Trump posted some U.S. jobs data the before its official release
The White House said it will review its protocols for releasing economic data after President Trump's "inadvertent public disclosure."
Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
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Over $120 million in USDA award payments to Minnesota suspended, White House says
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Friday that she is suspending payments on all active and future awards from the USDA to Minnesota amid the long-running fraud scandal in which the White House has alleged a misuse of federal funds.
Trump urges credit card companies to slash interest rates to 10% for one year
President Trump called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates late Friday, an idea that has drawn strong support from lawmakers in both parties but pushback from card issuers.
San Francisco mayor says he convinced Trump in phone call not to surge federal agents
In October, President Trump announced that he had called off a plan to "surge" federal agents to San Francisco.
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DOJ Civil Rights Division prosecutors won't investigate Minneapolis ICE shooting
Prosecutors in the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division were told they will not play a role in the investigation into a fatal shooting of a Minnesota woman by an ICE officer, two sources said.
Judge blocks HHS from freezing $10 billion in social services funding to 5 states
A federal judge has temporarily blocked HHS from halting $10 billion in social services funding to five states, a move the agency argued was necessary to crack down on fraud — but the states called unconstitutional.
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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
Book excerpt: "Enough" by Dr. Ania Jastreboff and Oprah Winfrey
The media superstar, who has struggled with weight for much of her life, and a Yale School of Medicine doctor team up for a book that examines the biology of obesity, offering a new way forward.
RFK Jr. says it may be "better" if fewer children receive the flu vaccine
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed there is "no scientific evidence" the flu vaccine prevents hospitalizations or death in children, despite previous CDC guidance.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
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Colombian president says Venezuela "will implode" if U.S. runs country for years
President Gustavo Petro responded to President Trump's comment that he expected U.S. oversight of Venezuela to last "much longer" than a year.
Minnesota woman killed in shark attack in U.S. Virgin Islands
The woman was identified as 56-year-old Arlene Lillis of Minnesota.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Co-owner of Swiss ski resort bar hit by deadly fire held in custody
The co-owner of the fire-gutted Swiss ski resort bar where 40 mostly teenage New Year revelers were killed in a fire has been held in custody.
Man arrested under 1889 dueling law after deadly street fight
The faceoff took place on a street in the capital after the suspect "and the dead man agreed to fight each other," police said.
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Rare Superman comic sells at auction for record $15 million
The comic sold for 10 cents when it came out in 1938, and introduced the world to Superman.
Meet the team behind "The Traitors"
The drama and deceit of the Emmy-winning reality show "The Traitors" returns in season four with a star-studded cast. Anthony Mason got a behind-the-scenes look at the show with host Alan Cumming.
Holly Hunter on "Star Trek" series
Academy Award winner Holly Hunter is starring in the new Paramount+ original series "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" as the Star Trek franchise marks its 60th anniversary. She talks with CBS Mornings about the series and being part of the Star Trek legacy.
Nick Reiner's attorney withdraws, insists client is "not guilty of murder"
Alan Jackson, who famously won an acquittal in the murder trial of Karen Read and represented disgraced film mogul Harvey Weinstein, did not explain his decision to withdraw.
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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How to outsmart cybercriminals and protect your data
In his new book "Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime," former FBI Counterintelligence Operative Eric O'Neill describes the art of outsmarting cybercriminals and protecting your data and wallet. O'Neill spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about steps people can take to stay safe online.
Meta signs 3 deals for nuclear energy to power AI data centers
Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers.
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.
U.K. could ban X if platform can't "get a grip" on AI sexualized images
Britain's leader says all options on the table if Musk's X platform doesn't stop Grok AI tool being used to generate non-consensual sexualized images.
Privacy impact of Gmail tools driven by AI
Millions of Americans who use Gmail are getting a new package of tools, driven by artificial intelligence. Google says it's trying to make Gmail more like a personal assistant as it brings more of its Gemini AI to your inbox with three updates. The changes come with some privacy concerns. Jo Ling Kent explains.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
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.
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U.S. Treasury Secretary pushes for Minnesota fraud crackdown
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the creation of a new IRS task force and other measures to combat fraud, underscoring the Trump administration's focus on Minnesota amidst the immigration crackdown.
Mangione's lawyers request charge dismissals
Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson more than a year ago, was back in a New York courtroom on Friday. Mangione's lawyers asked a federal judge to drop two of his four federal charges. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
New video of Renee Good shooting
Vice President JD Vance posted a video on X that appears to show Renee Good's last words to immigration agents before an ICE officer shot and killed her in Minneapolis, Minnesota. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
Vance calls Renee Good a "deranged leftist"
Vice President JD Vance addressed journalists at the White House press briefing on Thursday and commented on the deadly shooting involving an ICE officer in Minneapolis. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has more on Vance's comments.
Minneapolis mayor on Renee Good comments
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey held a press conference on Friday and called for transparency from federal agencies that have taken over the investigation into the Renee Good shooting. Frey also slammed comments from Trump administration officials about the incident. CBS News' Ash-har Quraishi reports.
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NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
NASA cutting ISS mission short
Four crew members aboard the International Space Station will be brought home more than a month early in the coming days as NASA cuts its mission short due to health concerns. NASA says the ailing astronaut is stable and while it is not an emergency, weeks more in space are not in the best interest of their health.
ISS crew returning early due to medical issue
The crew at the International Space Station will return home early because of what NASA is calling a medical concern with a crew member. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
NASA postpones spacewalk for medical concerns
NASA on Thursday postponed a scheduled spacewalk on the International Space Station due to a "medical concern." CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
NASA will bring space station crew home early after medical issue
A planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station was scrapped because of what NASA called a "medical concern" with an unidentified crew member.
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People mocked his truck, until one man stepped up
A badly damaged Chevy that turned heads across South Bend, Indiana, sparked an unexpected act of generosity. Steve Hartman has the story "On the Road."
New DOJ division to tackle fraud
The Trump administration says it is creating a new division at the Department of Justice to crack down on what the White House calls "rampant and pervasive" fraud across the U.S. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Swiss ski resort bar owner in custody after fire
Jacques and Jessica Moretti, the couple who owns the Swiss ski resort bar where a deadly inferno broke out on New Year's Eve, were grilled by prosecutors for about six hours Friday. Jacques was then detained after he was deemed a flight risk. Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
U.S. seizes tanker as Trump pushes oil investment
The U.S. military seized a fifth oil tanker linked to Venezuela. It comes as President Trump met with oil executives about investing in Venezuela's oil industry. Nancy Cordes and Charlie D'Agata have more.
Video shows ICE officer's POV before shooting
Newly obtained cellphone video taken by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent involved in the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis shows a different angle of the encounter and the moments leading up to the shooting. Matt Gutman reports.