New York court throws out $527 million penalty in Trump civil fraud case
A New York appellate court threw out the $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and others on Thursday, ruling that the fine was "excessive."
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U.S. and EU flesh out trade commitments under new framework deal
The U.S. and European Union said they have formalized a deal aimed at rebalancing their trade relationship.
War rages on in Ukraine, Gaza
Although the Trump administration is insisting on diplomatic resolutions to the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, violent attacks in both war zones continue. CBS News' Holly Williams and Ramy Inocencio report.
Ukraine says huge Russian attack proves Putin uninterested in peace
As Trump pushes for peace, Ukraine accuses Russia of a deadly drone and missile strike, "as if there were no efforts by the world to stop this war."
Trump civil fraud case penalty thrown out
A New York appellate court threw out a $527 million penalty in the civil fraud case against President Trump and several others. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Judge on Epstein grand jury testimony
The judge who blocked the release of grand jury testimony surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's case, requested by the Department of Justice, said the motion appears to be a diversion and ruled it's up to the government to disclose more on the matter. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
3 U.S. warships to sail off Venezuela as Trump pushes cartel crackdown
The U.S. is deploying 3 guided-missile destroyers to waters off Venezuela as part of President Trump's effort to combat threats from Latin American cartels.
How cryptocurrency gained ground in Washington
Crypto is having its moment. The GENIUS Act, which Congress passed last month, will allow more traditional financial institutes to invest in the digital currency. Jo Ling Kent reports some are calling crypto the next big financial boom.
U.S. strikes more deportation deals with countries
Internal government documents obtained by CBS News show the Trump administration has expanded its campaign to persuade countries around the world to aid its crackdown on illegal immigration by accepting deportations of migrants who are not their own citizens. Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains.
Texas House approves new congressional map
The Texas House on Wednesday night passed a controversial, Republican-backed proposal to redraw the state's congressional maps. The bill now moves onto the Texas Senate. CBS News reporter Erica Brown has more.
Sources: Politics may be behind FBI firings
Earlier this month, five senior FBI officials were fired by Director Kash Patel without an explanation. Now, several sources tell CBS News that they may have been let go for political reasons. CBS News investigative reporter Daniel Klaidman reports.
U.S. to probe "anti-American" views of immigrants
The Trump administration has instructed government officials to investigate what it is calling "anti-American" views and activities of people applying for immigration benefits, including those applying for green cards and work permits. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Judge declines to unseal Epstein testimony
A federal judge in New York has denied the Trump administration's attempts to unseal grand jury testimony from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. The judge said the government failed to demonstrate "special circumstances" that would have warranted disclosing the grand jury material, which typically remains sealed. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Thom Tillis: Trump's successor a "jump ball"
Earlier this month, President Trump suggested that Vice President JD Vance is the MAGA movement's heir apparent. Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina, who is not seeking reelection next year, said he does not think the vice president is a lock to succeed his boss. Oriana González, political reporter for NOTUS, and Marianna Sotomayor, congressional reporter for the Washington Post, join "The Takeout" to discuss.
Thom Tillis on Trump's immigration policies
In its latest effort to narrow access to legal immigration benefits, the Trump administration is directing government officials to screen people applying to live or work in the U.S. for "anti-American" views. North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis has expressed concerns that the president's immigration policies could make his party less popular among a subset of voters that helped him win the 2024 election.
Trump calls on resignation of Fed governor
President Trump is calling on Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to resign with his administration accusing her of mortgage fraud. Former Treasury official Kitty Richards joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Sen. Thom Tillis on ending the war in Ukraine
As the White House attempts to finalize a date and location for a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis tells "The Takeout" that U.S. lawmakers should be taking action to pressure Putin to end the war. Following Tills' remarks, CBS News' Nikole Killion reports on the latest from the White House about the war.
Full Interview: Sen. Thom Tillis
Major Garrett travels to North Carolina to speak with outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis. The Republican Senator, who is not running for re-election, discusses President Trump's summit with Putin, the administration's takeover of the nation's capital, as well as his perspective on the North Carolina Senate race next year.
NATO chiefs meet virtually about Ukraine
NATO military chiefs met virtually Wednesday for what was described as a candid discussion about security guarantees the alliance would be willing to provide to Ukraine in an effort to end Russia's war in the region. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Trump expanding steel and aluminum tariffs
The Trump administration says it is adding 407 items to the list of "derivative" steel and aluminum products subject to higher tariffs. The list includes products like car parts, household appliances, baby strollers, fire extinguishers and spray deodorants. Axios business reporter Nathan Bomey joins CBS News to discuss.
Trump admin. revokes clearances of 37 current and former U.S. officials
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said 37 current and former government officials are losing their security clearances.
Russia on potential Ukraine security aid
U.S. representatives will meet with their European counterparts to finalize details on potential security guarantees for Ukraine. This comes as President Trump comments on efforts to reach a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Holly Williams report.
What security guarantees could Ukraine get?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other European leaders have stressed the importance of security guarantees in a possible peace deal to end the war in Ukraine. What could that look like? CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Taurean Small have the latest.
Inside Trump's efforts to end war in Ukraine
President Trump is working to coordinate a possible face-to-face meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the coming weeks. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Holly Williams join CBS Morning News with the latest on the Russia-Ukraine talks.
Noem says entire southern border wall will be painted black to stop climbing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the entire southern border wall with Mexico is being painted black to deter illegal immigration, at President Trump's request.
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Government shutdown stretches into second day with no signs of a deal
The 2025 government shutdown entered its second day on Thursday with no signs of an imminent resolution. Follow live updates here.
2 killed in terror attack near synagogue in U.K.; attacker dead, police say
The terror attack unfolded outside a synagogue in the English city of Manchester while worshippers were inside, authorities said.
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Head of Eisenhower library resigns after sword spat with Trump administration
A dispute over a gift given by President Trump to King Charles forced out the museum boss, sources say.
DOJ fires 2 key Virginia prosecutors amid turmoil in office that charged Comey
The Justice Department has fired two of the highest-level prosecutors in the Eastern District of Virginia, two sources told CBS News, just days after President Trump ousted the U.S. attorney there.
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Ex-stylist for Sean "Diddy" Combs says he feared for his life the "whole time"
Deonte' Nash, a former stylist for Sean "Diddy" Combs, shares details from his lawsuit against the music mogul in an exclusive "CBS Mornings" interview.
How much could a government shutdown cost the economy and taxpayers?
A shutdown could cost the economy $7 billion each week, according to one analysis.
Gaza flotilla boats intercepted by Israel dozens of miles from Gaza coast
Israel says Gaza flotilla activists, including Greta Thunberg, are safe and being transferred to Israel after their boats were intercepted at sea.
LDS churchgoer raises money for accused Michigan shooter's family
Among the fundraisers that have cropped up in the wake of the deadly mass shooting at a Michigan church last weekend, one aims to raise money not for the victims but, instead, for family members of the accused shooter. And it appears to have the backing of many LDS members.
Mysterious planet is gobbling 6 billion tons of gas and dust a second
ESO's Very Large Telescope has observed a rogue planet and revealed that it is eating up gas and dust from its surroundings at a rate of six billion tons a second.