Disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh faces new financial charges
The new charges focus on several financial schemes he allegedly committed over the course of years.
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Santos pleads not guilty to charges
Rep. George Santos has pleaded not guilty to 13 federal charges. He says he is going back to work in Washington after being released on a $500,000 bond. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Santos backed an unemployment fraud bill. Now he's accused of it.
Santos allegedly claimed almost $25,000 in jobless aid while earning $120,000 annually, according to federal prosecutors.
Santos arraigned for fraud, money laundering
Freshman Rep. George Santos of New York was arrested Wednesday and pleaded not guilty to 13 federal counts of fraud, money laundering and other charges in a Long Island courtroom. Prosecutors allege that Santos solicited funds from donors who believed they were contributing to his campaign, but instead spent the money on personal expenses. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
Former federal prosecutor on Santos charges
Rep. George Santos, of New York, was facing a federal judge Wednesday afternoon after being charged with fraud, money laundering and other crimes. Brian Jacobs, a former federal prosecutor and partner at Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello PC, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett to discuss what to expect from the case.
Rep. George Santos pleads not guilty
GOP Rep. George Santos, of New York, pleaded not guilty at his arraignment Wednesday and was ordered to be released on a $500,000 bond. He was charged with fraud, money laundering and other crimes, according to an indictment. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane explains what happens next.
How to avoid this common social media shopping scam
People buy things on social media apps that either don't show up at all or are not what they ordered.
Tips for avoiding social media scams
A growing number of young people being targeted by online shopping scams as scammers take to social media to find victims. Julie Jargon, a family and technology columnist for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss the trend and how to protect yourself from online scams.
U.S. accuses Mexican cartel of targeting Americans in timeshare fraud
Cartel members apparently decided to branch out into scamming millions of dollars from people looking to sell their timeshares in Mexico.
Elizabeth Holmes delays going to prison with another appeal
Fallen Theranos CEO's lawyers say she will stay out of prison until the court formally rules on her bid to be released on appeal.
Jury selection starts in Trump rape claim
Jury selection is set to begin Tuesday in the case of former columnist E. Jean Carroll, who sued former President Donald Trump, claiming he raped her in the 1990s. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe and CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates join Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers to discuss the multiple legal probes Trump faces, including into alleged election interference.
Fugees star Pras Michel testifies in international fraud trial
Prosecutors allege the Grammy-winning artist immersed himself in American politics at the behest of a wealthy Malaysian financier to gain access, peddle influence, and make money.
Trump deposed again in New York fraud lawsuit
Former President Donald Trump on Thursday was deposed for the second time in a civil lawsuit brought by the New York attorney general accusing the Trump Organization of fraud. Major Garrett has details.
12/22: Red and Blue
What's left for Congress before the year ends; N.Y. attorney general's probe into Rep.-elect George Santos.
Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes loses bid to stay out of prison
Punishment comes 10 months after jury found her guilty on charges of fraud and conspiracy in blood-testing scam.
Tax season highlighting scammers
With just a few days until the tax filing deadline, the IRS is warning taxpayers to watch out for some common schemes used by fraudsters. Nancy Chen has a look at how to protect yourself from tax scams.
How to protect elderly parents from financial scams
Scam artists often target seniors because they hold significant levels of wealth, but adult children can help reduce the danger.
3 former execs accused of marketing faulty lead testing devices
The machines produced falsely low results for tens of thousands of children, federal prosecutors allege.
Frank startup founder Charlie Javice arrested, charged with fraud
Regulator says now-shuttered student-loan assistance company fabricated data to entice JPMorgan Chase into sale.
Ex-Theranos exec finds way to delay start of prison sentence
Balwani's lawyers appealed a ruling that triggered an automatic delay of his prison reporting date.
29 arrested after thousands swept up in cryptocurrency investment scam
People duped by the complex scheme say they were lured by misleading advertising and, in many cases, trusted acquaintances who'd been fooled themselves.
In fraud case, embattled Ozy Media is a no-show
Embattled media company is scrambling to find a lawyer to represent it against federal fraud charges.
Lawsuit claims dental device damaged patients' teeth
At least 20 patients are suing the maker of a dental device they claim damaged their mouths. CBS News partnered with Kaiser Health News for an exclusive investigation into their allegations. Anna Werner reports.
Fugitive in $18 million COVID fraud scheme extradited to U.S.
Tamara Dadyan disappeared the day before she was supposed to report to prison, leaving behind two daughters at her home, authorities said.
Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson arrested on fraud charges
The founder of the troubled media company allegedly conspired to commit securities fraud and identity theft.
Trump says government shutdown ends when Democrats give in
President Trump offered no plan for health care costs, which has been a sticking point in ending a government shutdown, and says it will end when Democrats give in.
Poll finds rising concern over shutdown impact on economy, Americans personally
President Trump and both parties are drawing negative ratings for their handling of the government shutdown.
Trump says ICE raids "haven't gone far enough"
President Trump said he's OK with tactics used by ICE agents during raids "because you have to get the people out."
Duffy says airport delays are "going to get worse" as shutdown drags on
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the federal government will "stop traffic" if it becomes a safety issue, adding, "We're not going to let that happen."
U.S. carries out lethal strike against alleged drug carriers in Caribbean
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a social media post, said the vessel was allegedly operated by a U.S.-designated terrorist organization but did not name which group was targeted.
Trump on nuclear testing, the government shutdown, immigration and tariffs
Watch as President Trump discusses testing nuclear weapons, U.S.-China relations, Israel, the government shutdown, immigration, tariffs, and whether he'll try to stay in the White House beyond 2028.
Trump deportation program divides Americans along party lines, poll finds
A majority of Americans think Trump's policies are bringing migrant crossings at U.S-Mexico border down.
2 suspects sought in intentional explosion at Harvard Medical School building
Police say an explosion inside a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston early Saturday morning appears to have been an intentional act.
Shooting at teen party at an Airbnb rental in Ohio leaves 9 injured
The shooting happened at an Airbnb in Bath Township, about 15 miles northwest of Akron. It was not immediately clear if all nine people were shot.