Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg sentenced for perjury
Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg was sentenced Wednesday to five months in New York City's Rikers Island jail complex.
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Allen Weisselberg, former Trump Organization CFO, pleads guilty to perjury
The perjury charges are related to testimony Weisselberg gave in October in a civil tax fraud case.
Key takeaways from Trump civil fraud ruling
A New York judge ordered Donald Trump to pay millions of dollars in his civil fraud trial on Friday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports. Then, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Trump says he'll appeal New York fraud ruling
Former President Donald Trump spoke from Mar-a-Lago Friday night after a New York judge ordered him to pay more than $350 million in his civil fraud case. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman joins with analysis.
Letitia James addresses Trump fraud ruling
New York Attorney General Letitia James spoke Friday after a judge ordered Donald Trump and others to pay more than $360 million following her office's civil fraud case against the former president and his company.
What comes next for Trump after fraud ruling?
Donald Trump and the Trump Organization have been ordered to pay $354 million in the New York civil fraud case. The judge has also banned the former president from conducting business in the state for the next three years. Attorney and CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman joins to discuss what's next in the legal battle.
Trump campaign fundraising off fraud ruling
Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay more than $350 million in his New York civil fraud trial. His co-defendants are being ordered to pay another $10 million, and all have been restricted from conducting business in the state over the next several years. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi joins to break down the political implications of the ruling.
How Trump fraud ruling impacts his business
The largest judgment to date has been issued against Donald Trump. Judge Arthur Engoron has imposed a penalty of more than $350 million against Trump, his adult sons and his corporation in the civil fraud case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins to examine the ruling.
Donald Jr., Eric Trump fined millions
A New York judge has barred Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for two years. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman, Major Garrett and Scott MacFarlane have more.
Breaking down the Trump civil fraud decision
Judge Arthur Engoron on Friday imposed a penalty of $354 million against former President Donald Trump, his adult sons and his corporation in the civil fraud case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates examine the ruling.
Trump fined $354M in New York fraud case
Former President Donald Trump and his company must pay $354 million in fines and is barred from doing business in New York for three years, a judge ruled Friday in the state's civil fraud case. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan anchors a special report.
Decision in Trump fraud trial delayed
The judge in former President Donald Trump's New York civil fraud trial is delaying a decision in the case to gather more information after allegations surfaced that former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg lied on the stand. CBS News' Graham Kates breaks down the latest.
Judge in Trump fraud trial asks about possible plea deal for Weisselberg
The judge in former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial indicated he's weighing how a potential perjury charge might factor into his final ruling.
Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg released from jail
Weisselberg spent three months behind bars after appearing as the star witness in the corporation's tax fraud trial.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland assigns an attorney to review classified documents found in President Biden's former office; Former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg sentenced to 5 months in prison.
Manhattan DA on possibly charging Trump
A New York City judge fined the Trump Organization $1.6 million for tax fraud Friday, although former President Donald Trump was not personally charged and denies any knowledge of his company's wrongdoing. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan spoke with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg on whether he would bring charges against Trump in connection to the case.
Manhattan DA on Trump criminal probe
Two companies in the Trump Organization were found guilty last week of criminal tax fraud. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg joined CBS News to discuss the broader investigation into former President Donald Trump.
Cy Vance talks Trump Organization verdict
Cy Vance, the former Manhattan district attorney who launched the criminal investigation into the Trump Organization, joined CBS News to discuss the guilty verdict against the company on charges of criminal tax fraud and falsifying business records.
Swift guilty verdict Trump Org. fraud trial
A New York jury found the Trump Organization guilty on all charges in its criminal tax fraud trial. CBS News reporter Graham Kates was in the courtroom and joins anchors Lana Zak and Lilia Luciano to discuss some of the key moments of testimony and how jurors were able to reach a verdict just a day after deliberations began.
Legal expert on the Trump Org. guilty verdict
The Trump Organization has been found guilty of fraud and other charges by a jury in New York. Harry Litman, a former U.S. attorney and deputy assistant attorney general, joins John Dickerson to discuss the verdict, what we've learned form the trial, and the potential ramifications for former President Donald Trump.
Trump Organization convicted of tax fraud
A jury in New York has found the Trump Organization guilty on 17 counts of tax fraud and other crimes. Former President Donald Trump was not charged in the case although the company's longtime chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg pleaded guilty in August and agreed to testify against the company as part of a deal with prosecutors. CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge discussed the breaking news.
Trump Organization found guilty of tax fraud in New York trial
Two Trump Organization companies faced a total of 17 criminal counts, including conspiracy and tax fraud.
Jury gets case in Trump Org. fraud trial
Jurors begin deliberating Monday in the fraud trial for the Trump Organization in New York City. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates joins "CBS News Mornings" to break down the key arguments both sides made in the trial, and the dispute about whether Trump knew about an alleged scheme to avoid taxes on executives' perks.
In closing arguments, Trump Org. lawyers blame former CFO Allen Weisselberg
"Weisselberg did it for Weisselberg," defense attorneys repeated as a sort of mantra.
Prosecutors rest in Trump Organization criminal trial
During three weeks of testimony, prosecutors portrayed a company in which many of the top executives not named Trump allegedly devised a series of schemes to avoid taxes on income and luxury benefits.
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Maduro appears in U.S. court, Trump threatens other nations
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were appearing before a judge in New York to face charges related to drug trafficking after the U.S. military attack on Venezuela.
Tim Walz's turn from VP candidate to dropping out of 2026 governor's race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that he won't seek reelection in a surprise exit from politics less than 18 months after the Democrat was chosen to be the party's nominee for vice president.
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2,000 agents deploying to Minneapolis in immigration crackdown, fraud probe
The Trump administration has begun a massive deployment of hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to the Minneapolis region, officials tells CBS News.
Delcy Rodríguez sworn in as Venezuelan president, but who is she?
With Nicolás Maduro in U.S. custody, who is Venezuela's new acting President Delcy Rodríguez, and what are her chances of remaining in power?
Maduro pleads not guilty to charges: "I'm innocent"
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is facing narco-terrorism and weapons charges.
Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly, cut pension over illegal orders video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the Pentagon had begun a process that could result in Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona being demoted and having his retirement pay cut.
Congress returns amid Venezuela operation; facing deadline to avert shutdown
Lawmakers return to Washington this week, staring down an end-of-month deadline to avert another government shutdown.
Berlin mayor calls arson attack behind huge power cut left-wing terrorism
As left-wing extremists claim an attack that's plunged Berliners into the dark and cold, the mayor says it isn't "just arson or sabotage," it's terrorism.
Man detained at JD Vance's Ohio home, Secret Service says
The Secret Service said Vice President JD Vance and his family were not in Ohio and the house was unoccupied at the time of the alleged incident.
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Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro
Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.
Gov. Tim Walz's turn from vice-presidential candidate to dropping out of 2026 governor's race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that he won't seek reelection in a surprise exit from politics less than 18 months after the Democrat was chosen to be the party's nominee for vice president.
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2,000 agents deploying to Minneapolis in immigration crackdown, fraud probe
The Trump administration has begun a massive deployment of hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to the Twin Cities area, officials tells CBS News.
Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism, weapons charges
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is facing narco-terrorism and weapons charges.
Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly, cut pension over illegal orders video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the Pentagon had begun a process that could result in Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona being demoted and having his retirement pay cut.
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Oil stock prices rise after U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Maduro
Shares in Chevron, Exxon and other energy companies climbed, while oil prices jumped, on Monday after Maduro's ouster.
Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
U.S. seeks to tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves after military strikes
President Trump said "we're going to get the oil flowing the way it should be" after the surprise U.S. attack. Here's what to know about Venezuela's oil sector.
California could impose a billionaire tax. Here's how it would work.
Proposed California ballot initiative would impose a one-time 5% tax on billionaires, with the revenue funneled toward health care and education.
What to know about Greg Abel, the new CEO of Berkshire Hathaway
Abel, 63, takes the helm of Berkshire Hathaway after a six-decade run by Buffett.
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Gov. Tim Walz's turn from vice-presidential candidate to dropping out of 2026 governor's race
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced that he won't seek reelection in a surprise exit from politics less than 18 months after the Democrat was chosen to be the party's nominee for vice president.
Mike Waltz defends U.S. at UN: "We are not occupying a country"
At an emergency UN meeting on Monday, UN ambassador Mike Waltz repeated the Trump administration's argument that the air and ground assault was not an attack.
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2,000 agents deploying to Minneapolis in immigration crackdown, fraud probe
The Trump administration has begun a massive deployment of hundreds of Department of Homeland Security agents to the Twin Cities area, officials tells CBS News.
Maduro pleads not guilty to narco-terrorism, weapons charges
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is facing narco-terrorism and weapons charges.
Hegseth moves to demote Sen. Mark Kelly, cut pension over illegal orders video
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the Pentagon had begun a process that could result in Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona being demoted and having his retirement pay cut.
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Novo Nordisk debuts Wegovy weight-loss pill in the U.S.
FDA-approved semaglutide drug is the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss available in the U.S., according to drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy life
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Why this doctor says: Eat your ice cream
In his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules For a Long and Healthy Life," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a prominent oncologist and health policy expert, goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep. He talks with Norah O'Donnell about the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Book excerpt: "Eat Your Ice Cream" by Ezekiel J. Emanuel, M.D.
In his new book, the oncologist and health policy expert discusses longevity, and how to best differentiate valid and effective health and wellness advice from "the speculative, deceptive, and just plain stupid."
A new mom skipped a routine appointment. An infected cut led to a devastating diagnosis
Postpartum depression and a busy home life kept Ameilia Boodoosingh Gopie from her regular appointments.
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Most of Maduro's inner circle remain in Venezuela after U.S. attack
After his capture by U.S. forces, some of Nicolás Maduro's closest confidants remain in their posts, including many wanted by the U.S.
Mike Waltz defends U.S. at UN: "We are not occupying a country"
At an emergency UN meeting on Monday, UN ambassador Mike Waltz repeated the Trump administration's argument that the air and ground assault was not an attack.
Berlin mayor calls arson attack behind huge power cut left-wing terrorism
As left-wing extremists claim an attack that's plunged Berliners into the dark and cold, the mayor says it isn't "just arson or sabotage," it's terrorism.
Delcy Rodríguez sworn in as Venezuelan president, but who is she?
With Nicolás Maduro in U.S. custody, who is Venezuela's new acting President Delcy Rodríguez, and what are her chances of remaining in power?
Eva Schloss, Holocaust survivor and Anne Frank's stepsister, dies at 96
Eva Schloss was a tireless educator about the horrors of the Holocaust.
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Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family.
Extended interview: Michael B. Jordan
In this web exclusive, Michael B. Jordan talks with Tracy Smith about being pushed out of his comfort zone by performing two characters – identical twin brothers – in Ryan Coogler's horror film "Sinners."
Michael B. Jordan on "Sinners"
Michael B. Jordan, who plays twin brothers in "Sinners," says shooting Ryan Coogler's horror film set in the Depression Era South – a drama that melds Jim Crow racism with vampires – is also a testament to the power of family. He talks with Tracy Smith about portraying the characters Stack and Smoke; his ties to his parents; and what it took for him to recover from playing the villain Killmonger in "Black Panther."
Behind the scenes of "The Pitt"
The HBO Max drama immerses viewers in the struggles faced by the ER staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. "Sunday Morning" visits the hyper-realistic set, and talks with star, writer, director and executive producer Noah Wyle.
Extended interview: Noah Wyle
In this web exclusive, CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks with Noah Wyle, the star of "ER" and the HBO Max series "The Pitt," about how his new show depicts the fragility of the medical system, and about his character, Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch.
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AI-generated images, old footage circulate on social media after Maduro's capture
CBS News analyzed circulating images of President Nicolás Maduro by comparing dubious photos to verified content and using publicly available tools such as reverse image search.
More on lewd images from Grok AI tool
Grok, the artificial intelligence tool created by Elon Musk, posted online about "lapses in safeguards" that led to the generation of lewd images involving children. Journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News with more.
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.
Grok let users post altered photos of minors in "minimal clothing"
Grok, the chatbot developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, said it is fixing "lapses in safeguards" after social media users said it was generating sexualized photos of minors.
Economic oasis emerges in the Arizona desert
Arizona is fast becoming a major hub for computer chip production thanks to what's being called the largest foreign direct investment in U.S. history. Kris Van Cleave takes us to a sprawling campus in Phoenix that is providing thousands of jobs while reducing America's reliance on overseas products.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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Maduro, wife plead not guilty at arraignment
Venezuela's ousted leader Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty in a New York federal court on Monday during their arraignment for drug trafficking and weapons charges. Tony Dokoupil anchors this CBS News Special Report.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday he's no longer running for a third term. This comes as federal officials probe massive fraud allegations in the state.
Tim Walz says he won't run for a third term
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he will not run for a third term as he faces scrutiny over his handling of the fraud scandal plaguing his state. CBS News' Hunter Woodall reports.
Maduro's alleged crimes in Venezuela
Nicolás Maduro is being transported to federal court in New York City where he will face charges related to drug trafficking with his wife, Cilia Flores. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports.
10 convicted of cyberbullying French first lady Brigitte Macron
A Paris court found Monday 10 people guilty of cyberbullying France's first lady Brigitte Macron by spreading false online claims about her gender and sexuality,
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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Key details on Nicolás Maduro's arraignment
Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty in their arraignment at a New York federal court on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman and legal contributor Caroline Polisi have more details.
U.S. eyeing Venezuela's oil reserves
President Trump spoke heavily about oil during his news conference after the U.S. military captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife. Ed Hirs, an energy fellow at the University of Houston, joins with more.
Trump administration set to brief lawmakers
The Trump administration is set to brief some members of Congress on the U.S. military operation in Venezuela, amid objections from some lawmakers over the mission's lack of congressional approval. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more.
Maduro, wife plead not guilty at arraignment
Venezuela's ousted leader Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty in a New York federal court on Monday during their arraignment for drug trafficking and weapons charges. Tony Dokoupil anchors this CBS News Special Report.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz drops reelection bid
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday he's no longer running for a third term. This comes as federal officials probe massive fraud allegations in the state.