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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is reacting to the target letter sent to former President Donald Trump in the Jan. 6 case. In an interview with CNN, he said the country is "going down the road of criminalizing political differences." CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from South Carolina, where he is covering DeSantis on the campaign trail.
Former President Donald Trump said he received a target letter related to the Justice Department's Jan. 6 investigation. Plus, Trump's lawyers attended a hearing related to his handling of classified documents on Tuesday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "America Decides" to unpack the latest developments in the investigations into Trump.
Former President Donald Trump says he has received a target letter from the special counsel appointed by the Justice Department to investigate Jan. 6. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates and CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides have the latest on the investigation into the insurrection and the classified document charges the former president is facing.
Arizona's secretary of state office has reportedly been subpoenaed as part of special counsel Jack Smith's investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Numerous Arizona officials have said former President Donald Trump's campaign and legal team pressured them. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on the multiple investigations into Trump.
The subpoena requested documents related to a pair of election-related lawsuits filed in 2020 by the Trump campaign and the former head of Arizona's Republican party.
Walt Nauta, an aide to Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty on Thursday to federal charges related to the former president's alleged mishandling of classified documents. Nauta has been accused of helping Trump obstruct the Justice Department's investigation into records recovered from Mar-a-Lago in 2022. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports on what comes next.
Former President Donald Trump's aide indicted in the classified documents case pleaded not guilty to charges in federal court Thursday. Walt Nauta faces six counts including conspiracy to obstruct justice and concealing records. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the latest.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger spoke with federal prosecutors Wednesday as part of an investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election. The meeting likely focused on a 2021 phone call between Raffensperger and then-President Trump, where Trump was recorded telling Raffensperger to "find" the votes to reverse Joe Biden's win in Georgia. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "Prime Time" to discuss the significance of the interview.
Special counsel Jack Smith has signaled a desire for a swift trial in the federal classified document case against former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more on what hurdles that goal could face, as well as comments Trump's former Attorney General Bill Barr made about the former president.
A day after former President Donald Trump's historic arraignment on federal charges, Attorney General Merrick Garland defended his appointment of special counsel Jack Smith, who is overseeing both the classified documents probe, and the investigation into efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 general election. Robert Costa has more.
CBS News witnessed former President Donald Trump's historic arraignment in a Miami courthouse. Trump sat emotionless, never looking back at special counsel Jack Smith who is leading the federal investigation into whether he tried to hide classified documents subpoenaed by the government. Scott MacFarlane reports from Miami.
Just seven members of the general public, as well as a couple dozen reporters, were allowed into the courtroom during former President Donald Trump's arraignment.
The unsealed 44-page document outlines the types of highly sensitive documents Trump allegedly had at Mar-a-Lago and includes key pieces of evidence.
The indictment alleges the former president "endeavored to obstruct the FBI and grand jury investigations and conceal retention of classified documents." Read the 44-page indictment here.
Trump still easily leads GOP field; voters say no change in view
The front-runner for the GOP presidential nomination has been charged with 37 felony counts for retaining classified documents, including nuclear secrets, and blocking the government's efforts to retrieve them. But many Republicans don't care.
Donald Trump is the first former president in U.S. history to face federal charges. Presidential historian Lindsay Chervinsky joins CBS News to discuss the unprecedented nature of Trump's indictment and what it could mean for future occupants of the White House.
Former President Donald Trump faces 37 counts in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. CBS News' Catherine Herridge and Robert Costa break down the 49-page federal indictment. Plus, former Justice Department federal prosecutor David Aaron discusses the strength of the case.
Special counsel Jack Smith said former President Donald Trump violated laws that put America "at risk" while making a statement Friday about the federal indictment against Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson, CBS News chief national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe have more.
Special counsel Jack Smith said former President Donald Trump put America "at risk" in a statement Friday about the federal indictment against Trump. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson, CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa, CBS News senior investigative correspondent Catherine Herridge and CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane join Norah O'Donnell during a CBS News Special Report covering Smith's statement.
The charges stem from former President Donald Trump's handling of sensitive government records.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
President Biden announced late Saturday that the bodies of six Hamas-held hostages were recovered in a tunnel under the Gaza city of Rafah.
The Democratic Party nominee said Arlington National Cemetery is a "place where we come together to honor American heroes" and is "not a place for politics."
The San Francisco 49ers said that Ricky Pearsall was in "serious but stable condition" after sustaining a "bullet wound to the chest."
The U.S. military's Central Command alleged the militants were armed with "numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts" during the attack.
Thirty-seven passengers have been transported to local hospitals, authorities said.
Countries around the world, including Russia, China and Egypt, have restricted social media network X for periods.
Sources told CBS News Philadelphia that Okaloosa County leaders plan to discuss in a meeting on Tuesday whether or not the SS United States should be sunk off their coast as part of an artificial reef.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
The twin-engine Cessna crashed into a row of condo units, several of which caught fire, officials said.
The twin-engine Cessna crashed into a row of condo units, several of which caught fire, officials said.
The teen's mother used an app to track her son's car and was aware that he frequently drove over 100 mph, according to police records.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio announced this week that for the first time in the zoo's history, two elephants are pregnant at the same time.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
Rhett Beutler, co-owner of Beutler and Son Rodeo Co., said horses were "just falling over, dying" after eating the feed.
Gas prices are projected to average $3.27 a gallon on Monday, which would make driving on the holiday the cheapest since 2021.
States with subpar minimum wages and flimsy job protections score poorly in Oxfam ranking.
Food dyes in popular snacks have been linked to adverse health outcomes in kids, says state legislature.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
The Democratic Party nominee said Arlington National Cemetery is a "place where we come together to honor American heroes" and is "not a place for politics."
Chester is what climate activists call an "environmental justice community," a place where climate change and pollution disproportionately affect underserved populations.
Trump, special counsel offer opposing plans on way forward in 2020 election-related case, according to court documents filed late Friday.
Democrats on the House Overside Committee sent a letter Friday to the Army requesting a report into an altercation involving an Arlington National Cemetery employee and Trump staff.
The U.S. military's Central Command alleged the militants were armed with "numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts" during the attack.
A chance test by a gastrointestinal specialist led to a "bombshell" diagnosis.
There is a growing movement of social media influencers promoting raw or unpasteurized milk. It’s coincided with a recent spike in sales nationwide. However, health officials warn that drinking raw milk could have dangerous consequences.
Overnight, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. Officials said the two were planning car bomb attacks. The incident comes as the Israeli military continues its operations in the territory for a fourth day. Meanwhile in Gaza, there is expected to be a pause in the fighting this weekend as the United Nations carries out urgent polio vaccinations.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus, state health officials said Friday, bringing the number of reported deaths in the U.S. to five this mosquito season.
Trump angered abortion opponents after he appeared open to voting for an amendment that would roll back Florida's six-week ban.
After proudly cheering on his wife at the Paris Games, Hunter Woodhall will get his own chance to compete for gold during the Paralympics.
President Biden announced late Saturday that the bodies of six Hamas-held hostages were recovered in a tunnel under the Gaza city of Rafah.
Countries around the world, including Russia, China and Egypt, have restricted social media network X for periods.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Israel is expected to pause some of its operations in Gaza on Sunday to allow health workers to roll out their campaign to administer polio vaccines to some 650,000 Palestinian children.
Social media influencers, reality stars and TV personalities were among the guests as Princess Märtha Louise wed Durek Verrett.
Rapper and radio personality Fatman Scoop experienced a medical emergency on stage in Connecticut, local officials said.
The Britpop-era behemoth led by brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher sent fans into a frenzy when they announced they would play together for the first time in 15 years.
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Time to Love, Time to Kill" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Total Control" from her new album "Obsessed."
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
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.
If you have an Amazon smart speaker, you may count on Alexa to help keep track of your to-do lists, check the weather or answer your questions on the fly, but would you pay extra if it meant an upgraded version of the personal voice assistant? Amazon is ready to find out as it looks to launch its delayed AI Alexa subscription by October. Abrar Al-Heeti, consumer tech and mobile reporter for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new service.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A Houston program funded in large part by oil and plastic producers claims to recycle any type of plastic. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more on his investigation into the program's claims.
Houston, Texas, says its new recycling program can handle any type of plastic and the city is touting it as a model for the nation. In collaboration with the nonprofit Inside Climate News, CBS News' Ben Tracy looked into whether the claims are too good to be true.
Footprints dating back 120 million years show where dinosaurs were able to cross between land that's now part of two different continents.
The San Francisco 49ers said that Ricky Pearsall was in "serious but stable condition" after sustaining a "bullet wound to the chest."
CBS News Detroit has obtained shocking video of a teenager driving nearly 140 miles per hour just days before a high-speed crash that killed his friend last November. The victim's family wants the driver's mother to be charged because she had been tracking his reckless driving on a mobile app. Lilia Luciano has more.
Danelo Cavalcante pleaded guilty to escape charges on Friday in Chester County, about a year after a manhunt that drew nationwide attention.
Longtime "Dancing With the Stars" dancer Artem Chigvintsev was arrested Thursday on suspicion of felony domestic violence in Napa County, California, according arrest records.
The woman didn't ask for the trial to be held behind closed doors because "that's what her attackers would have wanted," her lawyer said.
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
Blue Origin launched six passengers, including a NASA-sponsored researcher and the youngest woman to fly in space, in the company's eighth crewed spaceflight.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
SpaceX pressed ahead with plans for back-to-back launches of Starlink internet satellites Wednesday, one from Florida and the other from California. But there were some issues in Florida when the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket toppled over after landing at sea. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
Donald Trump works to clarify stance on abortion amid conflicting statements; How a chef’s grandmother inspired his culinary career
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Time to Love, Time to Kill" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "Total Control" from her new album "Obsessed."
Country star Morgan Wade grew up writing songs in Virginia, but mostly kept her talents to herself until college, when she decided to form a band. In 2019, her singing caught the attention of a famous guitarist and he offered to produce her first album. Now, making a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is Morgan Wade with "2AM in London" from her new album "Obsessed."
The record-breaking summer travel season is getting one last jolt this Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, domestic travel is expected to be up 9% from last year, with travel costs slightly lower than they were in 2023.