Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
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How Americans grade the economy in 2025
As 2025 wraps up, a new CBS News poll finds it's another in a string of years after the 2020 pandemic in which most Americans consistently voiced negative views about the economy amid ongoing concerns about costs -- a topic that looks poised to dominate 2026, too. Anthony Salvanto explains.
U.S. seizes another oil tanker near Venezuela
The U.S. confirmed that it seized an oil tanker near Venezuela, the second such seizure this month. The U.S. Coast Guard led the operation, which took place in international waters. Meanwhile, the U.S. military hit more than 70 targets in a retaliatory assault against ISIS in Syria. Willie James Inman has more.
Latest details on the new batch of Epstein files
The Justice Department released thousands of files relating to Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, including photos featuring people like former President Bill Clinton and Mick Jagger. However, survivors are concerned with how much information was redacted from the files.
New defense law allows drone takedowns
President Trump signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law on Thursday, approving a record $901 billion in military spending for 2026. The NDAA authorizes law enforcement to take down drones at public gatherings, something police and professional sports entities have been requesting ahead of events like Super Bowl LX, the FIFA Men's World Cup, and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Kennedy Center Board votes for new name to be Trump-Kennedy Center, White House says
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the Kennedy Center's Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change its name.
Trump signs order to reclassify marijuana as Schedule III drug
President Trump signed an order to reschedule marijuana to a lower drug classification, one of the most significant changes to drug policy in decades.
Trump announces "warrior dividend" for military. Here's what to know.
The president announced the one-time payments during his White House address on Wednesday. Here's what to know about timing, taxes and more.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Details on Trump chief of staff's comments
Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, granted a series of interviews with Vanity Fair where she spoke candidly about President Trump, Vice President JD Vance and other top officials. Wiles is now calling the article disingenuously framed. Major Garrett has more.
Trump orders Venezuela oil tankers blockade
President Trump announced on social media Tuesday a "total and complete blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers" going in and out of Venezuela. Some details remain unclear, including when the order would be implemented and how many tankers could be involved.
Judge denies request to temporarily block construction of White House ballroom
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., put limits on what construction crews can do on the project over the next two weeks.
Trump orders "total and complete blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers in Venezuela
President Trump on Tuesday called for a "total and complete blockade" on all sanctioned oil tankers that enter or depart Venezuela, as the administration heaps pressure on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
"Dismantling" independent oversight in D.C.
In its purge of federal employees, the Trump administration has fired independent inspectors general, heads of government watchdog agencies, and everyday civil servants. Here's why so many government roles have been non-partisan — and what's lost if they go away.
Susie Wiles hits back at Vanity Fair articles
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles hit back at two new Vanity Fair articles that highlight President Trump's Cabinet and inner circle and featured interviews with her. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Trump vows retaliation over Syria attack
President Trump vowed in a social media post to retaliate after two U.S. soldiers and a civilian serving as an interpreter were killed in an attack on U.S. and Syrian forces near Palmyra. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest.
Face the Nation: Hassett, Cassidy, Machado
Missed the second half of the show? White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett, Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana and more of Margaret Brennan's exclusive interview with Nobel Prize winner María Corina Machado.
3 Americans ambushed and killed in Syria
Two U.S. Army soldiers and an American civilian serving as an interpreter are dead after a lone gunman in Syria ambushed their patrol near Palmyra. No group has claimed responsibility, but President Trump is blaming ISIS. Willie James Inman reports.
Where tensions stand between U.S., Venezuela
Thursday, the U.S. sanctioned six Venezuelan ships accused of carrying oil from the country. Hours before, the White House announced the U.S. had intercepted a ship that the American government accuses of being part of an oil smuggling operation. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd discusses rising tensions.
What's next after Trump's AI rule order?
President Trump signed an executive order restricting states from creating their own regulations for artificial intelligence. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Kilmar Abrego Garcia speaks out
Months after being mistakenly deported to El Salvador, returned to the U.S., then arrested and held in ICE custody, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is now home with his family in Maryland. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez is following the story.
Trump honors "Miracle on Ice" U.S. Olympic men's hockey team
President Trump hosted members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team — famous for defeating the Soviet Union in the "Miracle on Ice" — at a bill signing.
Trump signs order to block state AI rules
Stocks dipped lower on Friday as tech and AI companies came under pressure from President Trump. He signed an executive order on Thursday to stop state regulation of artificial intelligence, arguing that a patchwork set of rules could hold the U.S. back from dominating the competition. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.
Video with new angle of Minneapolis ICE agent shooting shared by White House
The White House shared video showing a different angle of Renee Nicole Good's shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and the moments that led up to it, as the investigation continues.
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Watch Live: Trump meets with oil executives about Venezuela at White House
President Trump is meeting with big oil industry executives Friday afternoon as he pushes U.S. oil companies to invest in Venezuela.
How courts grant qualified immunity to police accused of off-duty misconduct
When officers commit misconduct during off-duty jobs, some judges are granting them immunity historically reserved for on-duty incidents.
Trump says Venezuela stole American oil. Here's what really happened.
President Trump has said Venezuela "unilaterally seized and sold American oil." But the history between the countries is far more complicated, experts note.
Veteran Danish diplomat slams Trump's Greenland bid as U.S. imperialism
Veteran diplomat tells CBS News Denmark "ready to cooperate" on Greenland, and he expects U.S. to abandon "anachronistic approach of colonialism" post-Trump.
Iran leader vows regime will "not back down" after night of huge protests
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei strikes a defiant tone against the U.S. after a night of massive anti-government protests.
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U.S. sends delegation to Venezuela as Trump meets with oil executives
President Trump is meeting with oil industry executives at the White House as a U.S. delegation visits Venezuela.
2 people shot by Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon
Two people were wounded in a shooting involving Customs and Border Patrol agents in Portland, Oregon, officials said.
Minnesota woman killed in shark attack in U.S. Virgin Islands
The woman was identified as 56-year-old Arlene Lillis of Minnesota.