Biden campaign warns: "Convicted felon or not," Trump could still be president
"There is still only one way to keep Donald Trump out of the Oval Office: at the ballot box," President Biden's campaign said.
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Donald Trump found guilty in "hush money" criminal trial | Special Report
Former President Donald Trump was convicted Thursday in his "hush money" criminal trial in New York, with a jury finding him guilty on all 34 counts. He's scheduled to be sentenced on July 11. Watch CBS News' special report anchored by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Bragg says "the jury has spoken" after Trump conviction
Former President Donald Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts in the "hush money" trial in New York.
Biden campaign reacts to Trump's guilty verdict
President Biden's campaign released a statement after former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts in his "hush money" trial. "Donald Trump has always mistakenly believed he would never face consequences for breaking the law for his own personal gain," the statement from campaign spokesperson Michael Tyler read. "...Convicted felon or not, Trump will be the Republican nominee for president." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Trump reacts to "hush money" guilty verdict
A jury convicted former President Donald Trump on 34 felony counts Thursday in his New York criminal trial. Trump slammed the jury's decision as a "disgrace" and vowed to fight the verdict. Scott MacFarlane, Robert Costa and Cyrus Vance Jr. join with analysis.
Trump denounces verdict as a "disgrace" and vows "this is long from over"
Former President Donald Trump was convicted on 34 felony counts in New York.
How Trump's conviction could change the dynamics of the 2024 race
Former President Donald Trump has been found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in his Manhattan criminal trial.
Trump found guilty in "hush money" trial
The jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial in New York has found him guilty on all 34 counts, making him the first former president in U.S. history to be convicted of a crime. CBS News has the latest on the historic trial.
Where Trump's 3 other criminal cases stand after his conviction in New York
Former President Donald Trump was convicted on all 34 state felony counts in New York.
Trump's felony conviction can't keep him from becoming president
The Constitution says nothing about criminal history in its very few qualifications for being president.
Is Trump going to prison? What to know about the possible sentence after his conviction
For the first time, a judge will consider whether a former president should be put behind bars for a felony conviction.
Jury continues Trump trial deliberations
The jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial took notes as they heard the judge's instructions again on deliberating for a verdict in the New York criminal trial. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Jessica Levinson have more.
Day 2 of Trump trial jury deliberations
The jury in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" trial is on its second day of deliberations. Jurors are reviewing testimony by Trump's former attorney Michael Cohen and former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker. CBS News' Robert Costa and criminal defense attorney Caroline Polisi have more.
Biden trying to reach Black voters
President Biden and Vice President Harris launched their Black voter outreach initiative as the two continue to try to woo Black voters and draw a contrast between themselves and former President Donald Trump. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest on the campaigns.
Trump jury resumes deliberations
The jurors in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial have resumed deliberations after being reread portions of Michael Cohen and David Pecker's testimony as well as parts of the judge's instructions. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
NRA free speech lawsuit moves forward
The Supreme Court has unanimously ruled the National Rifle Association can move forward with a lawsuit against the former head of the New York State Department of Financial Services who pushed banks and insurance companies to sever ties with the gun rights group. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford have more on the decision, plus analysis of the ongoing jury deliberations in Donald Trump's criminal case.
New details about Trump jury's questions
The jurors in former President Donald Trump's "hush money" case are heading into their second day of deliberations and have asked the judge for readbacks of portions of his instructions and pieces of testimony from Michael Cohen and David Pecker. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
Justice Alito to stay on Trump cases
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito says he will not remove himself from court cases involving former President Donald Trump. The New York Times obtained photos of an upside-down American flag at his Virginia home, and an "Appeal to Heaven" flag at his New Jersey vacation home. They are both symbols used by Jan. 6 rioters.
Breaking down Trump jury instructions
Jurors in former President Donald Trump's New York "hush money" trial have asked for readbacks of the judge's instructions and portions of Michael Cohen and David Pecker's testimonies. Criminal defense attorney Caroline Polisi joined CBS News to discuss some of the wrinkles in the case that may have led to those requests.
Jury deliberations underway in Trump trial
The jury began deliberations on Wednesday in former President Donald Trump's New York criminal trial. They also asked to rehear witness testimony from two key players in the case.
How housing market could impact election
President Biden and former President Donald Trump have talked about the high cost and supply of housing on the campaign trail. Some voters in key swing states say it will be a factor in how they vote this fall.
Day 2 of Trump jury deliberations
Jurors are resuming deliberations Thursday in former President Donald Trump's criminal "hush money" trial after requesting to hear portions of testimony from Michael Cohen and David Pecker. CBS News national correspondent Errol Barnett has more.
Alito rejects recusal calls in Trump cases
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito says he will not remove himself from two cases involving former President Donald Trump after reports about two flags that flew outside his homes that Democrats say created an appearance of impropriety. The flags were an upside-down American flag and a separate "Appeal to Heaven" flag, according to the New York Times. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more.
Trump jurors to rehear Pecker, Cohen testimony
The jury in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial will begin Thursday by reviewing testimony from David Pecker and Michael Cohen about interactions both men said they had with Trump in 2015 and 2016. After that, a verdict could come at any time in the case against the former president. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.
Analysis as jury deliberates in Trump trial
Judge Juan Merchan is expected to reread at least some of his 55 pages of jury instructions to jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial. In order to find Trump guilty, jurors must unanimously agree that he not only falsified business records to cover up "hush money" paid to Stormy Daniels, but that he did so with intent to commit another crime. Criminal defense attorney Caroline Polisi explains.
LGBTQ Americans and the 2024 election: "I don't feel welcome here"
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
Trudeau says Trump's tariffs on Canada would raise prices on Americans
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that if President-elect Donald Trump follows through on this threat to impose tariffs on Canadian products, he would be raising prices and hurting American businesses.
Fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims on noncitizens and crime
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
Jets scrambled as Russia, China warplanes approach South Korea
The Chinese and Russian military aircraft flew "for an extended period without prior notice," South Korea's defense ministry said.
Can countries agree to "end the world's plastic pollution crisis"?
The U.S. is among 175 nations haggling over a treaty to reduce the vast quantity of plastic pollution that ends up in our food, water and even our bodies.
Medrick Burnett Jr., Alabama A&M football player, dies after head injury
Linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. sustained a head injury in an October game against Alabama State and had been hospitalized ever since.
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S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (December 1)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
Remains of WWII airman identified 80 years after plane shot down
U.S. Army Air Force Tech. Sgt. Sanford G. Roy was one of several airmen aboard a plane shot down over Germany in April 1944.
Black Friday shoppers hit stores across U.S
The holiday shopping season has begun with stores offering deals and discounts for Black Friday.
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S&P 500 and Dow notch gains, capping Wall Street's best month of 2024
Stocks posted solid gains on Black Friday as Wall Street posted its best monthly performance of the year.
Some retailers tell consumers Trump's tariffs are a reason to buy now
Some companies are weaving Trump's tariffs into their marketing efforts, telling consumers to buy now in case prices rise.
Some Costco eggs are recalled due to risk of salmonella
The organic eggs, sold in packages of two dozen, were sold in 25 Costco stores across several states. Here's what to know.
What's open on Black Friday, from the post office to the stock market
Black Friday is a major shopping day for the nation's retailers. Here's what's happening with the stock market and USPS.
Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
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Trudeau says Trump's tariffs on Canada would raise prices on Americans
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that if President-elect Donald Trump follows through on this threat to impose tariffs on Canadian products, he would be raising prices and hurting American businesses.
LGBTQ Americans and the 2024 election: "I don't feel welcome here."
LGBTQ voters were among the only demographic groups that did not move more toward Trump in the 2024 election.
Fact check of Trump's "border czar" claims on noncitizens with criminal convictions
As Donald Trump's second term approaches, Republicans have cited inflated figures on noncitizens with criminal records.
The White House's history with Thanksgiving, and how the turkey pardon came to be
The history of White House Thanksgiving traditions date back more than 160 years to President Abraham Lincoln, who established the national holiday.
Connecticut Democratic lawmakers report bomb threats on Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving threats come one day after several of President-elect Donald Trump's staff picks reported threats.
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Are there really risks to fluoride in water?
President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., says fluoride can cause health problems and wants it removed from our drinking water. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, has more on the risks and benefits that come with fluoride.
New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
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Trudeau says Trump's tariffs on Canada would raise prices on Americans
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that if President-elect Donald Trump follows through on this threat to impose tariffs on Canadian products, he would be raising prices and hurting American businesses.
Book excerpt: "Freedom: Memoirs 1954-2021" by Angela Merkel
The former Chancellor of Germany writes about two lives: her early years growing up under a Communist-controlled police state in East Germany, and her years as leader of a nation reunited following the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Book excerpt: "The Barn" by Wright Thompson
The author's New York Times bestseller explores the culture of silence that enveloped the Mississippi Delta over the 1955 murder of Emmett Till.
Woman, 2 girls crushed to death outside Gaza bakery amid food shortage
The bodies of two girls and a 50-year-old woman were taken to a hospital where a doctor confirmed that they died from suffocation.
Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
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Actor dies during performance of "A Christmas Carol"
Julien Arnold, 60, was playing the roles of Marley and Mr. Fezziwig in "A Christmas Carol" when he experienced a medical emergency.
Birthday surprise for Adriana Diaz
Adriana Diaz is turning 40. To help her celebrate, "CBS Mornings" surprised her with an appearance from award-winning singer-songwriter Ben Abraham and cake from her family.
"Mornings Memory": Watching TV on your phone
Watching videos on your phone is second nature now but it wasn't always like that. Back on this day in 2005, Anthony Mason reported on this new trend.
Tyler Carson, the "Fiddler on the Rock"
Violinist Tyler Carson is known professionally as the "Fiddler on the Rock," for his performances from the famous Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona. Natalie Morales spoke with Carson about how an unexpected turn in his life drew him to the inspiring and spiritual landscape of beauty, hope and healing.
Jon Batiste, Ledisi, Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle to do Super Bowl preshow
The performances will take place Feb. 9 at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans before the NFL's championship matchup and halftime show featuring rap megastar Kendrick Lamar.
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Canada's antitrust watchdog files lawsuit against Google over its ad business
Canada's Competition Bureau says that an investigation found the company "unlawfully" tied together its ad tech tools to maintain its dominant market position.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
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.
Australian parliament approves law to ban under-16s from social media
Australia's full legislature has now passed a bill that will soon ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
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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.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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Firefighter had visited woman found dead in house fire
On Thanksgiving Eve in 2020, an expectant mother was found dead inside her burning Illinois home. It was not immediately clear what caused her death. She had been involved with a firefighter – someone trained to save lives. Could he have set a fire to cover her murder? "48 Hours" contributor Nikki Battiste reports for this week's "48 Hours."
Teen escapes 12 years after abduction; school bus driver arrested
The victim's captor allegedly changed the girl's name, kept her out of sight and out of school.
Did an Illinois firefighter have a secret he was willing to kill for?
When Melissa Lamesch is found dead at home in Mt. Morris, Illinois, on the day before Thanksgiving, authorities zero in on Matthew Plote, a man trained to save lives, not take them.
Teen hockey player killed by stray bullet driving home after game
Colin Brown, 16, was hit by a bullet while being driven home in his father's car after playing a hockey game.
Dentist accused of poisoning wife allegedly tried to have detective killed
Police have called James Craig's alleged plot to kill Angela Craig a "heinous, complex and calculated murder."
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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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.
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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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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Chicago Bears fire Eberflus as head coach
The Chicago Bears say they've fired their head coach Matt Eberflus less than 24 hours after a brutal loss to the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving. The Lions currently hold the best record in the NFL. Brooks Kubena, an NFL staff writer from The Athletic, joins CBS News 24/7 with more on Week 13 of the NFL season.
Assessing Trump's Cabinet picks
President-elect Donald Trump has met his goal of making most of his Cabinet picks for his second administration by Thanksgiving. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne discuss Trump's strategy, what to anticipate in the next four years and more.
Tips for finding the best holiday deals
Adam Davis, managing director for Wells Fargo Retail Finance, joined CBS News to talk about whether Black Friday or Cyber Monday has the better buys and offer up some other tips for stretching your dollar during the holidays.
Gunman shoots at Israeli bus in West Bank
Hamas has claimed responsibility for an attack by a gunman on a bus near an Israeli settlement in the West Bank Friday. At least eight people were injured and the attacker was shot dead by Israeli troops. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has the latest details.
Biden knocks Trump's proposed tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs against Mexico and Canada drew a critique from President Biden on Thursday, with Biden saying in part, "We're surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and two allies, Mexico and Canada. The last thing we need to do is begin to screw up those relationships." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on that, the president-elect's call with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and some of the other top political news of the day.