Fraudulent tactics alleged in Trump U testimony
Fraudulent tactics alleged in Trump U testimony; terror warning shakes Euro-travel stocks; Segway hopes for hoverboard comeback. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch.
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The Washington Post's David Fahrenthold joins CBSN to discuss Donald Trump's handling of the Trump University lawsuit after a federal judge ordered the release of the case files
The Washington Post's David Fahrenthold joins CBSN to discuss Donald Trump's handling of the Trump University lawsuit after a federal judge ordered the release of the case files.
Former students claim they were tricked into buying expensive real estate investment seminars and mentorships sponsored by Donald Trump
A federal judge released nearly 400 pages of internal playbooks used by Trump University as well as other evidence in a class-action lawsuit. Former students claim they were tricked into buying expensive real estate investment seminars and mentorships sponsored by Donald Trump. Jan Crawford reports on some of the revealing sales tactics in those Trump University manuals.
Documents show aggressive sales tactics at Trump University
"Playbooks" for the now-defunct business detailed sales scripts telling employees how to overcome obstacles, like customers who reached credit card limits
Judge orders documents released in Trump University suit
Trump attacked the federal judge last week as a "hater of Donald Trump," bringing up the judge's "Mexican" heritage
Trump rails against Hispanic judge in Trump University case
"We're in front of a very hostile judge," the presumptive GOP nominee says
Trial date set in Trump University lawsuit
GOP front-runner expected to testify in California case, one of three accusing him and now-defunct Trump University of misleading students
Trump University fraud lawsuit moves forward
Civil suit alleges that Trump made students "spend tens of thousands of dollars they couldn't afford for lessons they never got"
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9 questions about Trump University answered
More than 150 former students allege it was a fraud; CBS News tackles common questions asked about Donald Trump's university
BBB explains ratings for Trump University
The organization showed Trump University ratings as low as a D- and as high as an A+
What does Trump U.'s BBB rating really mean?
Whether Donald Trump's educational business earned an A, as he he claims, or a D- may be irrelevant
Documents reveal what Trump actually said about his university
Republican front-runner's critics say the next 10 days are key to stopping him, and they're betting Trump University is their best weapon
Behind Donald Trump's claims about Trump University
The program sold nearly 7,000 students on learning the billionaire's real estate secrets, but more than 150 former students allege it was a fraud
Better Business Bureau denies debate night "fax" to Trump
Video posted to Twitter shows GOP front-runner handing moderators piece of paper that he says organization "just sent"
Court revives fraud case against Trump University
Civil suit seeks at least $40 million in restitution from the presidential candidate and the now-defunct for-profit school
Trump scolded for remarks about lawsuit judge
Candidate calls Hispanic judge hostile, implies lawsuit over now-defunct Trump University may have been conspiracy involving President Obama
Trump University under renewed scrutiny after GOP debate
Marco Rubio assails "fake" university that was the subject of a three-month CBS News investigation
3 companies that raise questions about the Trump brand
Two are multilevel marketing operations and one a "university," but a lot of people lost money at all of them
For some, "big time net loss" after attending Trump University
During three-month investigation, CBS News reached out to dozens of former students of school that NY's attorney general called a scam
It has been the subject of increased scrutiny ever since New York's attorney general sued Trump in 2013, saying the school was a scam
At a speech in South Carolina Wednesday, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump brought up one of his former ventures: Trump University. It's been the subject of increased scrutiny ever since New York's attorney general sued Trump in 2013, saying the school was a scam. One-hundred-fifty students filed affidavits with an attorney general and two class action lawsuits were filed by students demanding their money back. Julianna Goldman reports on this three-month CBS News investigation.
Big drop in durable goods orders
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New York attorney general sues Donald Trump for fraud
In a lawsuit filed over the weekend, Donald Trump is being charged with ripping of students who spent tens of thousands of dollars to learn the secrets of his success
"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition of the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey should continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today, with Trump set to attend
President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.
Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
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How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
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Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events
The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.
Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women
Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."
Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony
The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.
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Shake Shack will soon be served on Delta flights. But there's a catch.
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Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95
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TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement
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Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty days before Thanksgiving
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Prosecutors urge judge to consider postponing Trump's sentencing
President-elect Donald Trump's six-year New York criminal odyssey might need to continue for at least another four, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony
The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.
How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees
The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.
"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions
The leaked materials include the sworn deposition of the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.
Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill
Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Dozens fall ill with norovirus on month-long cruise
Over 50 passengers and 15 crew members reported being ill with norovirus on a month-long cruise on the Coral Princess.
Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it
Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.
Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride
Robert F. Kennedy's Jr. push to remove fluoride from the nation's public water supply could benefit some companies. Here's why.
How RFK Jr. could impact vaccines as Trump's HHS secretary
Kennedy insists he is not "anti-vaccine," but he has a long record of false and misleading statements about their safety and benefits. What could he do as Trump's HHS secretary?
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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness
Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.
Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women
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132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service
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Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia
Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.
Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."
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Keke Palmer talks lessons from Hollywood
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Google's Chrome browser could be sold
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How this new car runs without gas or electricity
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Meta facing courtroom battle
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Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
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Last frantic texts sent by Laken Riley's mother revealed in court
Prosecutors say Jose Ibarra killed Laken Riley after a struggle, and data from Riley's smartwatch shows her heart stopped beating at 9:28 a.m.
Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events
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Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial
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Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home
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Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape
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SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today, with Trump set to attend
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Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
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