Trump legal team argues impeachment trial is unconstitutional
In their legal brief responding to the article of impeachment, Trump's lawyers argue the trial is "in violation of the Constitution."
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Senate Democrats unveil resolution denouncing Capitol assault
The resolution urges the FBI and intelligence community to "immediately" start an interagency review of the threat posed by domestic terrorist groups.
House impeachment team: Trump "singularly responsible" for Capitol attack
In their pre-trial brief, House impeachment managers argue that the former president clearly incited the attack on the Capitol.
Impeachment managers plan to use social media posts from Capitol
The impeachment trial is set to begin on February 9.
Trump announces legal team after high-profile departures
The former president's Senate impeachment trial is set to begin on February 9.
Trump attorneys leave legal team, 2 weeks before impeachment trial
A Trump adviser said the decision was mutual.
Capitol rioter "smitten" by Trump willing to speak at impeachment trial
The words of Trump supporters who are accused of participating in the riot may end up being used against him in his impeachment trial.
Schumer vows to move forward with Trump impeachment trial
Democrat Tim Kaine and Republican Susan Collins have also floated censuring former President Trump.
House Republicans face some backlash over vote to impeach
The 10 House Republicans who voted for Trump's impeachment are meeting with a mixed reaction at home.
Senate receives article of impeachment against Trump
The former president's trial is set to begin the week of February 8.
How Trump's second trial could be different from the first
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Friday the impeachment trial of former President Trump would start the week of February 8.
The impeachment managers who will argue the case against Trump
The House voted on January 13 to impeach Mr. Trump on the charge of incitement of the January 6 insurrection.
Schumer announces impeachment trial will begin week of February 8
The House is sending the article of impeachment to the Senate on Monday.
Who is Butch Bowers, Trump's new impeachment attorney?
Bowers is no stranger to defending politicians embroiled in scandal.
House will send Trump impeachment article to Senate on Monday
The Senate majority leader said the House would send the article of impeachment against former President Trump on Monday.
McConnell proposing that impeachment trial start in February
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is reviewing the proposal.
Liz Cheney draws primary challenger after voting to impeach Trump
The third highest-ranked Republican in the House drew a primary challenge after her impeachment vote and a blistering statement about President Trump.
GOP Congresswoman on voting to impeach Trump: "I felt like I had to"
In an unprecedented vote Donald Trump became the first president to be impeached twice; Jaime Herrera Beutler explains why she joined other Republicans in voting "yes."
Can Trump be tried for impeachment after leaving office?
If he's convicted, will he still receive the salary, staff and other benefits reserved for former presidents?
GOP Rep. Kinzinger says Trump is "nuts" after impeachment vote
Kinzinger, who voted to impeach the president, said that there would have been 150 GOP votes for impeachment if Republicans had "voted their conscience."
10 House Republicans join Democrats in vote to impeach Trump
Ten House Republicans, including one in GOP leadership, broke with the president and voted for impeachment.
By the numbers: The vote to impeach President Trump
10 Republicans joined Democrats in voting to impeach President Trump – the first president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.
Read the full article of impeachment against President Trump
The president is accused of "willfully inciting violence against the Government of the United States."
Majority of Americans back impeachment — CBS News poll
Fifty-five percent of Americans think Trump should be impeached now.
Where Republican senators stand on impeaching Trump
CBS News asked all 51 GOP senators whether they supported impeaching the president.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
What comes next for Trump's "big, beautiful bill": Reconciliation
Congressional Republicans are forging ahead with the centerpiece legislation of President Trump's first-year agenda, but the road to enacting it will face some complications during the process known as budget reconciliation.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Trump "not happy" with Russian strikes on Kyiv: "Vladimir, STOP!"
President Trump called Thursday's strikes "very bad timing," as he wants Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal.
Michelle Obama addresses not attending Trump's inauguration
Former first lady Michelle Obama told actor Taraji P. Henson on her podcast, "IMO," about her choice to skip President Trump's inauguration.
Judge pauses demand for more details on Kilmar Abrego Garcia
A federal judge has halted her order demanding the government explain what it's done to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the U.S.
President Trump returning to Michigan next week
The president is set to be in Michigan on Tuesday, according to press secretary Karoline Leavitt.
USAID cuts felt far outside Washington, D.C. as jobs are eliminated
Close to 20,000 employees — many living in states such as North Carolina, Vermont, California and Georgia — lost their jobs as the Trump administration took steps to shutter USAID.
Federal judge hears challenge on Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge is hearing a challenge Wednesday brought on by the city of San Francisco and other local jurisdictions to President Trump's crackdown on "sanctuary city" policies.
Trump's meme coin surges after offer of dinner with the president
President Trump's meme coin had lost 88% of its value. But an offer of dinner with the president helped boost its price on Wednesday.
Trump signs executive order to influence college accreditation process
President Trump also signed an executive order to enforce laws on the books about universities disclosing large foreign gifts.
Gang experts cast doubt on Trump's claim about MS-13 finger tattoos
Gang experts and researchers said that while tattoos could carry gang-related meaning, they aren't enough to prove gang membership.
12 states sue Trump over tariff actions
The lawsuit said the policy put in place by President Trump has been subject to his "whims rather than the sound exercise of lawful authority."
Detained Palestinian student must remain in Vermont, judge says
Mohsen Mahdawi — a Columbia student who was detained at a U.S. citizenship interview last week — must remain in Vermont for at least 90 days while his legal team pushes for his release.
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announces he is not running for reelection
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he is retiring and will not run for reelection in 2026.
Judge seems sympathetic to Perkins Coie's bid to block Trump executive order
Law firm Perkins Coie says the executive order signed by President Trump that targets it is unconstitutional.
Walmart, Target CEOs privately warned Trump tariffs may cause empty shelves soon
Two U.S. retailers warned President Trump his sweeping tariff policy could disrupt supply chains and lead to empty shelves in the coming weeks.
Hegseth orders makeup studio installed at Pentagon
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not given any press briefings in the briefing room but has used the room as a backdrop for TV hits with Fox News.
Durbin retirement to prompt shakeup in Senate Democratic leadership
Sen. Dick Durbin announced Wednesday he won't seek reelection in 2026, kickstarting a race among Democrats in the Senate for his leadership position.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
What comes next for Trump's "big, beautiful bill": Reconciliation
Congressional Republicans are forging ahead with the centerpiece legislation of President Trump's first-year agenda, but the road to enacting it will face some complications during the process known as budget reconciliation.
Trump "not happy" with Russian strikes on Kyiv: "Vladimir, STOP!"
President Trump called Thursday's strikes "very bad timing," as he wants Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal.
Michelle Obama addresses not attending Trump's inauguration
Former first lady Michelle Obama told actor Taraji P. Henson on her podcast, "IMO," about her choice to skip President Trump's inauguration.
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What comes next for Trump's "big, beautiful bill": Reconciliation
Congressional Republicans are forging ahead with the centerpiece legislation of President Trump's first-year agenda, but the road to enacting it will face some complications during the process known as budget reconciliation.
Futures slide as China dashes hopes of trade negotiations
After a 2-day relief buoyed investor confidence, futures slipped signaling a weaker start to the day on Wall Street.
China says there are no tariff talks with the Trump administration
China has denied President Trump's assertion that the two sides were involved in active negotiations over tariffs.
CEO says he's suing Trump to halt tariffs as the "path is catastrophic"
Learning Resources CEO Rick Woldenberg says his tariff costs will surge more than 40-fold to $100 million, while sales could fall.
Seafood industry looks to capitalize on New England's invasive green crab
Warming waters off New England's coast has contributed to the proliferation of the green crab, one of the world's most invasive species.
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Trump asks Supreme Court to let him enforce transgender military ban
President Trump signed an executive order that directed the Pentagon to develop a policy that would bar transgender people from serving in the military.
House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
What comes next for Trump's "big, beautiful bill": Reconciliation
Congressional Republicans are forging ahead with the centerpiece legislation of President Trump's first-year agenda, but the road to enacting it will face some complications during the process known as budget reconciliation.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Trump "not happy" with Russian strikes on Kyiv: "Vladimir, STOP!"
President Trump called Thursday's strikes "very bad timing," as he wants Russia and Ukraine to reach a peace deal.
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House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
CDC and California offer $25 gift cards to encourage bird flu testing
California officials said bird flu testing has not stopped, despite social media rumors.
FDA head falsely claims no scientists laid off, as agency shutters food safety labs
"That just made me so mad," one laid-off FDA scientist said.
Almost half of U.S. exposed to unhealthy levels of air pollution: Report
A new report on air quality across the U.S. offers a cloudy prognosis on the long-term health of about 156 million residents who live in areas that received an "F" in smog and soot pollution.
These are the 6 food dyes the FDA wants to phase out
The Department of Health and Human Services is calling on companies to phase out all petroleum-based dyes by the end of next year, Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr. announced.
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Holocaust survivors, freed Israeli hostages, march at Auschwitz
This year's March of the Living marked 80 years since the liberation of the German Nazi death camps.
Russia returns body of Ukraine journalist who died in detention
Victoria Roshchyna, who died at age 27, disappeared in August 2023 on a reporting trip in occupied east Ukraine.
Soccer player's wife, 5-year-old child kidnapped as he hid under bed
The incident occurred amid a state of emergency declared 10 days ago by the government in nine areas of the country.
Prince Harry says "keep your kids away from social media"
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, say "enough is not being done" about the harm social media can do to children.
Man fatally shot by police outside Toronto airport
Authorities say a man produced a gun outside the terminal and three officers fired in response.
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Smokey Robinson reflects on music career, new album and his legacy
Music legend Smokey Robinson spoke to "CBS Mornings" about his decades-long career, his Legacy Tour and why he's creating new music.
Jelly Roll hopeful correcting past mistakes will urge governor to pardon him
Country music star Jelly Roll says he wants to share his message of hope and redemption with others, but says his criminal record is complicating his ability to travel internationally and perform.
See the 2025 American Music Awards nominations
The 2025 AMA nominations were released on Wednesday, with Kendrick Lamar leading with 10. The awards show will air on May 26.
Tina Knowles talks styling Destiny's Child
Tina Knowles, the mother of Beyoncé and Solange, is opening up about her life in her book, "Matriarch." She styled Destiny's Child when the group started out and spoke about how the record label complained about the group's look.
How "Conclave" compares to electing new pope
Roman Catholic cardinals are gathering to decide when to hold the conclave to elect a new pope following Pope Francis' death on Monday. It has sparked renewed interest in the movie "Conclave," which is about the process and came out last year. CBS News' Carter Evans looks at what the movie got right and wrong about the process.
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Prince Harry says "keep your kids away from social media"
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan, say "enough is not being done" about the harm social media can do to children.
AI job scams on the rise
Have you ever wondered if your coworker is a bot? Now, you may have to. Companies say they are working to stop fake job-seekers as new employment scams target both sides of the market. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani breaks it down.
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.
EU hits Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of dollars in new fines
The EU has hit Apple and Meta with hundreds of millions of euros in fines as it steps up enforcement of the European Union's Digital Markets Act.
Could a federal judge break up Google? Here's what to know.
U.S. Department of Justice attorneys are seeking to impose sweeping penalties on Google after a court ruled the tech giant is a monopoly.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
Coral reef bleaching hits 84% worldwide, worst on record, surveys show
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, scientists say.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
Reporter's Notebook: Earth Day perspective
If Earth's entire 4.5 billion-year history was squeezed into a single, 24-hour day, when would modern humans arrive? "CBS Evening News" co-anchor John Dickerson ponders the meaning of Earth Day.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
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FBI on "staggering" internet crimes
The FBI revealed that scammers stole more than $16 billion in 2024 through internet crimes like data breaches and identity theft. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
Injunction granted to San Francisco and other cities challenging Trump sanctuary city crackdown
A federal judge in California issued a preliminary injunction Thursday blocking the Trump administration from pulling funds from so-called "sanctuary cities" in response to a lawsuit brought by San Francisco and other local governments across the U.S.
Soccer player's wife, 5-year-old child kidnapped as he hid under bed
The incident occurred amid a state of emergency declared 10 days ago by the government in nine areas of the country.
TikTok astrologer arrested for predicting big quake, spreading panic
John Moe The, who has a TikTok following of more than 300,000, forecast that a "very strong" quake would hit "every city in Myanmar."
Gunmen torch vehicles across Mexico as cartel turf war rages
The Jalisco New Generation cartel was designated a terrorist organization by U.S. President Donald Trump in February.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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Tony Dokoupil takes on homebuilding
CBS Mornings co-host Tony Dokoupil takes on a hands-on mission to build a house as part of our "Never Too Late" series, exploring the value of learning new skills and reconnecting with family traditions.
FBI on "staggering" internet crimes
The FBI revealed that scammers stole more than $16 billion in 2024 through internet crimes like data breaches and identity theft. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane has more.
How Trump tariffs hurt small businesses
President Trump's tariffs will be felt most among U.S. small businesses and the uncertainty over his trade deals is already affecting their bottom line. Isabel Guzman, the former administrator of the Small Business Administration under President Biden, joins CBS News with more details.
Arson charges for New Jersey wildfire
A 19-year-old man is facing arson charges related to the massive Jones Road Wildfire in New Jersey that has consumed more than 15,000 acres. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner reports, and meteorologist Andrew Kozak has more on the weather conditions.
More than 50,000 visit for Pope farewell
More than 50,000 people have already visited St. Peter's Basilica to pay their respects to the late Pope Francis. Austen Ivereigh, an author and the pope's biographer, joins CBS News with more on preparations for the pontiff's funeral.