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DNC chair talks to David Hogg in leaked audio
In a leaked recording of a Democratic National Committee meeting obtained by Politico, party Chair Ken Martin expressed frustration with Vice Chair David Hogg over continued infighting. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson, NOTUS congressional reporter Daniella Diaz and CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall join "The Takeout" to unpack the latest political headlines.
Trump threatens Musk with "serious consequences" if he donates to Democrats
When asked if his relationship with Elon Musk was over, President Trump said, "I would assume so, yeah."
Shock and anger at Jeffrey Epstein's apparent death by suicide
The formerly high-flying finance figure and accused pedophile apparently took his own life Saturday morning inside a Manhattan jail. Mola Lenghi reports.
Trump floats cutting Musk's federal contracts
President Trump and Elon Musk are engaging in a social media brawl. CBS News' Fin Gómez and Aaron Navarro, plus Politico White House reporter Sophia Cai, join "The Takeout" to unpack how the spat could affect the fate of Mr. Trump's economic agenda.
Musk claims Trump's name is in Epstein files
Elon Musk and President Trump continued their war of words Thursday with Musk claiming on social media that Mr. Trump's name appeared in the files related to the case of Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier who died by suicide in federal custody in 2019 while facing charges of sex trafficking. CBS News' Aaron Navarro and Nikole Killion have more. Then, CBS News contributor JD Durkin joins to assess the feud's impact on Tesla stock.
Virginia Giuffre friend talks about her death
Virginia Giuffre, a prominent and vocal accuser of Jeffrey Epstein, died by suicide at 41 years old. Her publicist and friend, Dini von Mueffling, told CBS News that Giuffre's marriage had recently broken down and she was in pain from a car crash last month. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Virginia Giuffre, prominent Jeffrey Epstein accuser, dies by suicide
Virginia Giuffre, who spoke out against Jeffrey Epstein and Britain's Prince Andrew, "was a fierce warrior in the fight against sexual abuse and sex trafficking," her family said.
Virginia Giuffre, Epstein accuser, dies at 41
Virginia Giuffre, who was the first of many accusers of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein to go public with her allegations against him, has died by suicide at the age of 41 in Western Australia. Ali Bauman has more.
Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre in serious condition after accident
Virginia Giuffre, who alleged Epstein sexually trafficked her to Britain's Prince Andrew, was in an accident involving a school bus in Australia, her family said.
Virginia Giuffre hurt in "serious accident"
Virginia Giuffre, one of Jeffrey Epstein's alleged sex trafficking victims, is receiving medical care at a hospital after "a serious accident," her representative said Monday. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has more.
Right-wing influencers get binders labeled "The Epstein Files," downplay contents
Fifteen right-wing influencers said they obtained files regarding sex offender Jeffrey Epstein Thursday from Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Where is Jeffrey Epstein's island — and what reportedly happened there?
Jeffrey Epstein's private island Little St. James is the site of a number of alleged crimes.
New grand jury transcripts in Epstein case show prosecutors knew accusations
The newly-released transcripts from 2006 reveal prosecutors knew about accusations against Jeffrey Epstein years before they cut a deal with the late financier.
Florida prosecutors knew Epstein raped teens years before cutting deal, transcript shows
A Florida judge has released the transcripts of a 2006 grand jury investigation that looked into sex trafficking and rape allegations made against wealthy and infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Movie details 2019 Prince Andrew interview
The new Netflix movie "Scoop" takes viewers behind the scenes to see how the explosive 2019 BBC interview with Prince Andrew, where he spoke about his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, came about. Award-winning actor Billie Piper plays the real-life BBC producer Sam McAlister, who led the negotiations that landed that interview.
12 Epstein accusers sue the FBI for allegedly failing to protect them
The complaint filed in federal court in New York City alleges the FBI "turned its back on survivor victims" of disgraced billionaire Jeffrey Epstein.
Names connected to Epstein to be unsealed
The names of more than 150 people associated with Jeffrey Epstein could be unsealed as early as today, following a federal judge's ruling in December. Nancy Chen has more on what this means.
Epstein victim on Maxwell sentencing
Annie Farmer, one of the survivors who testified at the Ghislaine Maxwell trial, joins “CBS Mornings” a day following Maxwell’s sentencing. Farmer says she was 16-years-old when she met Jeffrey Epstein and Maxwell, and was groped by them. She testified that Maxwell’s presence made her think she’d be safe around Epstein.
Pat McAfee says Aaron Rodgers is no longer appearing on his show
"There are going to be a lot of people happy with that," ESPN's Pat McAfee said of New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers no longer appearing on his show.
More documents with names connected to Jeffrey Epstein released
A judge ruled in December that names of Jeffrey Epstein contacts, mentioned in a lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell, should be unsealed.
What's in the latest release of Epstein-related documents?
The new Jeffrey Epstein-related documents add to a trove of names of people connected to the investigation — most of whom have not been accused of any wrongdoing.
No new investigation into Prince Andrew, London police say
The documents unsealed in a lawsuit related to Jeffrey Epstein contain testimony about previously public allegations against Prince Andrew.
Legal analysis of 2nd batch of Epstein docs
A second batch of documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been unsealed. Both sets of documents released this week contain the names of people connected to Epstein in a variety of ways. Most of them are not accused of any wrongdoing and much of the information had been previously reported. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on if there's anything of note in these documents.
Second batch of Epstein documents released
A second batch of court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein were made public Thursday, including a 2016 deposition from a Florida detective who investigated allegations against Epstein of sex abuse and trafficking. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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Missed paychecks, benefit lapses increase pressure for shutdown deal
The government shutdown stretched into Day 27 on Monday as the stalemate over how to reopen the government continues. Follow live updates here.
Trump continues Asia tour in Tokyo, will meet with Japanese prime minister
Tokyo is the second stop on the president's three-legged Asia trip.
2 Illinois National Guard members speak out: "I won't turn against my neighbors"
Staff Sgt. Demi Palecek and Capt. Dylan Blaha say they'll defy federal orders regarding Trump's immigration enforcement operation in Chicago.
Trump administration to reassign ICE officials in bid to intensify deportation campaign
The Trump administration is shaking up ICE's leadership, with plans to reassign as many as a dozen local leaders, as the agency faces pressure to ramp up arrests, sources told CBS News.
Soaring electricity bills squeeze households as utilities hike rates
Rising utility bills across the country are leaving customers feeling powerless in the face of the escalating costs.
Trump reveals he underwent an MRI during checkup, calls results "perfect"
President Trump had his second physical in six months earlier this month at Walter Reed Medical Center.
Political violence has gripped the U.S. Experts say it's not as simple as left and right.
A nationwide string of threats and violent acts present a problem experts say is politically more complex than it seems.
Why your beef, bananas and coffee beans have gotten so expensive
Americans are paying significantly more for these food staples, inflation data shows. Will prices ever relent?
FDA approves new menopause drug without hormones. Here's what to know.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Lynkuet, a new medication that does not contain hormones to treat hot flashes due to menopause.