Biden still does not plan to pardon his son Hunter, White House says
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
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Why Hunter Biden switched to a guilty plea
Jury selection was set to start Thursday in the second trial this year for Hunter Biden -- this time for federal tax evasion. But the president's son requested to change his plea several times over the course of the day, eventually entering a guilty plea. CBS News legal contributor and Loyola Law School professor Jessica Levinson joins to discuss the whirlwind day in court.
Hunter Biden pleads guilty in tax evasion case
Hunter Biden, the son of President Biden, pleaded guilty Thursday afternoon to all nine counts in his federal tax evasion case in California on what was supposed to be the first day of his trial. The surprise move came after his attorneys acknowledged earlier in the day that the evidence in the case was "overwhelming." Scott MacFarlane has details.
Hunter Biden pleads guilty to tax charges
Hunter Biden has pleaded guilty to all nine charges in his tax evasion case, capping a whirlwind day in court in Los Angeles. Norah O'Donnell anchored CBS News' special report on the developments.
Hunter Biden expected to change plea
President Biden's son, Hunter Biden, could change his plea in the federal tax evasion case against him in California. Former federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno joins CBS News with more on Biden's plea strategy.
Hunter Biden to accept guilty verdict
Hunter Biden, President Biden's son, will submit to an Alford plea, according to his lawyer, accepting a guilty verdict in his federal tax evasion case while maintaining his innocence. CBS News' Adam Yamaguchi has the latest.
Hunter Biden pleads guilty to all 9 charges in tax evasion case before trial
The president's son Hunter Biden admitted to failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes.
Hunter Biden tax evasion trial gets underway
Jury selection begins Thursday in Hunter Biden's federal tax evasion case. The president's son has pleaded not guilty to charges of failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes, but he could face up to 17 years if convicted. Former federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Jury selection begins in Hunter Biden trial
Jury selection in Hunter Biden's federal tax evasion case is set to begin Thursday in Los Angeles. The president's son has pleaded not guilty to charges of failing to pay $1.4 million in taxes, he faces up to 17 years in prison if convicted. Tom Dupree, former deputy assistant attorney general under President George W. Bush, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Jury selection for Hunter Biden's tax evasion trial to begin in Los Angeles
The president's son, Hunter Biden, goes on trial for the second time this year, accused of failing to pay at least $1.4 million in federal taxes while living an "extravagant lifestyle."
Hunter Biden's federal tax trial set to begin Sept. 5 in Los Angeles
Hunter Biden has been charged with nine tax counts and his trial is set to start Sept. 5.
House GOP claims Biden committed impeachable offenses, but next steps unclear
House Republicans have released their initial impeachment inquiry report into President Biden, alleging an abuse of power and obstruction of justice. But their next steps are highly uncertain.
After struggling in debate, Biden's campaign resolute, family urges him to stay in
After the debate prompted concern among Democrats about President Biden's fitness for a second term, his campaign is pushing forward and his family is encouraging him to stay in the race.
Supreme Court firearm ban ruling: Takeaways
The Supreme Court upheld a law Friday restricting domestic abusers from owning guns. The man at the center of the case, who was charged for having a firearm while he had a restraining order against him, had argued the law violated his Second Amendment rights. Natalie Brand reports. Then, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the decision.
Biden and Trump prepare for first 2024 debate
With a week to go until the first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle, President Biden is heading to Camp David on Thursday night to huddle with advisers. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump has held several private meetings with senators, policy experts and other allies. CBS News' Robert Costa and Weijia Jiang have more on the candidates' preparations.
North Texas man arrested, charged with threatening FBI agent after Hunter Biden verdict
The suspect allegedly called the FBI agent and left a message over one minute long threatening the agent and his family.
Breaking down the U.S.-Ukraine security deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined leaders at Thursday's G7 summit in Italy. The group agreed on a $50 billion loan to Ukraine, and President Biden signed a security pact with Ukraine partially aimed at putting it on the road to NATO membership. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has the details.
Biden, Zelenskyy sign 10-year security deal
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a long-term security agreement at Thursday's G7 summit in Italy. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Major Garrett have the latest.
Biden, Zelenskyy sign security plan
President Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a bilateral security agreement Thursday in Italy, committing U.S. support to Ukraine for the next 10 years. Also on Thursday, the leaders of the G7 nations agreed to give Ukraine a $50 billion loan to address the ongoing war with Russia. CBS News' Willie J. Inman reports on these developments and comments Mr. Biden made about his son Hunter's gun possession conviction this week.
Biden says he won't commute any sentence Hunter gets
President Biden already said he will not pardon his son, Hunter, which he reiterated during a joint news conference in Italy on Thursday.
Biden remains mostly quiet on son's conviction
President Biden traveled to Italy Wednesday to attend the G7 summit, one day after his son, Hunter Biden, was convicted on federal gun charges in Delaware. Outside of a statement, the president has not spoken on the verdict, and the reaction from Capitol Hill has also been muted. Nancy Cordes reports from Italy.
Hunter Biden guilty verdict: What to know
Hunter Biden became the first son of a sitting U.S. president to be convicted of a felony Tuesday when jurors returned a guilty verdict in his federal gun possession case. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has a recap of the historic day and CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has insight into what kind of grounds for appeal Biden could have.
Hunter Biden's options for appeal after gun conviction
Hunter Biden's potential appeal of his gun conviction might reference one of these constitutional arguments.
Major Supreme Court cases still to be decided
It's the second week of June, which means the Supreme Court is expected to make some major decision as early as this Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins to break down the most closely watched cases.
Next steps for Hunter Biden after conviction
Hunter Biden's lawyers say they plan to "vigorously pursue all the legal challenges available" after his federal gun possession conviction. The president's son faces up to 25 years behind bars, although he is unlikely to be sentenced to the maximum penalty as a first-time offender. CBS campaign reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom in Wilmington, Delaware, and has more.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Trump selects Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
Texas to build new border wall section on land offered to Trump administration
The land offer highlights the divide between states and local governments on supporting or resisting Trump's mass deportation plans.
Pete Hegseth meets with GOP senators seeking support for expected nomination
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
4 U.N. peacekeepers wounded as Israel, Hezbollah clash in Lebanon
Four Italian soldiers were lightly wounded amid clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
The man was arrested on an unrelated carjacking warrant and admitted to killing his roommate and her pet.
Replacing JD Vance in the U.S. Senate sets off scramble in Ohio
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
Sheriff says Wisconsin man revealed how he faked his death, fled to Europe
Authorities are urging a Wisconsin man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Europe to come home to spend the holidays with his wife and three children.
Alabama carries out nation's third nitrogen gas execution
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker became the third person executed by nitrogen gas in both the U.S. and Alabama.
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Sheriff says Wisconsin man revealed how he faked his death, fled to Europe
Authorities are urging a Wisconsin man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Europe to come home to spend the holidays with his wife and three children.
Replacing JD Vance in the U.S. Senate sets off scramble in Ohio
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
The man was arrested on an unrelated carjacking warrant and admitted to killing his roommate and her pet.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Pete Hegseth meets with GOP senators to secure support for expected nomination
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
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Bitcoin hovers around $100,000 as post-election rally rolls on
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Trump's proposed tariffs could raise U.S. grocery prices, analysis finds
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise costs for U.S. consumers, economists say. Here's how much grocery bills could rise.
BJ's Wholesale Club hikes membership fees for first time since 2018
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
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Replacing JD Vance in the U.S. Senate sets off scramble in Ohio
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
Georgia fires review board members after info leaked on 2 maternal deaths
Georgia's top health official dismissed all members of a state committee that investigates pregnancy-related maternal deaths after the leak, presumably by a committee member, of information about two such deaths.
Israel stands by as aid convoys come under attack in Gaza
A truck driver claims Israeli tanks and an Israeli drone watched as the aid convoy he was with was attacked in Gaza. But Israel's military says it is not responsible for protecting the aid.
Pete Hegseth meets with GOP senators to secure support for expected nomination
Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was with Vice President-elect JD Vance on Capitol Hill on Thursday.
Trump selects Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
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Anti-fraud efforts meet real-world test during ACA enrollment period
The federal government put guardrails in place to limit unauthorized plan sign-ups and switches. But the changes could prove to be a burden to consumers.
Life expectancy gap in the U.S. widens to 20 years: "Truly alarming"
Life expectancy in the United States varies by more than 20 years depending on race and ethnicity and where you live, according to new research.
RFK Jr. weighing FDA crackdown on food additives under Trump
Kennedy's team is weighing a significant rewrite of the FDA's rules.
Why the latest bird flu case has experts worried about pandemic potential
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
New cases of bird flu in U.S.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.
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4 U.N. peacekeepers wounded as Israel, Hezbollah clash in Lebanon
Four Italian soldiers were lightly wounded amid clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
2024 is deadliest year for humanitarian aid workers, U.N. says
Bloodshed in the Middle East has been the single biggest cause of the 281 deaths among humanitarians globally this year, according to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
Iran says it will boost uranium enrichment after IAEA rebuke
A rebuke of Iran led by the U.S. and its close allies at the global nuclear watchdog agency has drawn a vow by the Islamic republic to further ramp up uranium enrichment.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Ridley Scott on his vision for "Gladiator II"
Nearly 25 years after the original "Gladiator" won five Academy Awards, Ridley Scott returns with "Gladiator II," out today. Elizabeth Palmer speaks with the director about bringing his epic vision back to life.
Melissa Etheridge to perform at NWSL Championship
Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge will sing the national anthem at the 2024 NWSL Championship in Kansas City. Known for her hit "Come to My Window," Etheridge shares her excitement about the honor and the big game.
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years
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Shelby Lynne on how personal struggles and friendships impacted her music
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Malcolm Washington on "The Piano Lesson"
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Australia could ban social media for kids
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
DOJ targets Google's search engine monopoly
The Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a motion calling for Google to sell its Chrome search engine, arguing in court documents that "the playing field is not level." The Justice Department is also recommending dissolving any contracts in which Google is the default search engine on devices such as iPhones. Kelly O'Grady explains.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Bitcoin hovers around $100,000 as post-election rally rolls on
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
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Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
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Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
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Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
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84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
The man was arrested on an unrelated carjacking warrant and admitted to killing his roommate and her pet.
Georgia woman convicted of killing her toddler gets life in prison
Leilani Simon was spared the maximum punishment of life without a chance of parole.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Alleged LA County drug distributor charged with dealing opioid more powerful than fentanyl
The U.S. Department of Justice filed charges in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving a synthetic opioid that is possibly more dangerous than fentanyl.
Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
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When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
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Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
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Federal protection proposed for giraffes
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Sarah McBride on anti-transgender sentiments
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Eye Opener: Storms batter both U.S. coasts
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