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Latest CBS News Videos - Costco sues Trump administration over tariffs - Retail giant Costco is suing the Trump administration over its sweeping tariffs. In a federal lawsuit, the company argues the president exceeded his authority when he imposed his extensive tariffs on U.S. trading partners earlier this year. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more details. 58M ago - 03:00

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Hegseth defends boat strikes as lawful -- President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday defended a controversial decision to conduct a second strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean, while at the same time making it clear they did not directly order the attack. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.

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Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare -- Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.

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Should you open a Trump account for your child? Here's what experts say. -- Trump accounts offer a new tax-preferred way for families to save money for their kids. Here are the pros and cons.

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RFK Jr. wants to delay hepatitis B vaccine. Here's what parents need to know. -- The three-dose hepatitis B vaccine has a long track record of safety, but rolling back recommendations could leave kids vulnerable to infections, doctors say.

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Justice Department seeks to dismiss Maurene Comey's lawsuit over her firing -- The Justice Department is seeking to dismiss a lawsuit that former federal prosecutor Maurene Comey brought against it​, saying she didn't properly follow administrative complaint procedures before suing.

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Mother charged with killing pregnant daughter in rural Michigan woods -- Authorities charged a woman and her husband with murder Tuesday in the death of her pregnant biological daughter, whose body was found in a Michigan forest three weeks after she disappeared.

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ICE tapped to target undocumented Somali immigrants in Twin Cities, source says -- U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has been directed by the Trump administration to target undocumented Somali immigrants in the Twin Cities, according to the New York Times.

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Venezuela says U.S. requested resumption of migrant flights -- The government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Tuesday announced that the twice-weekly flights will go on following a request from the Trump administration.

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Man sentenced in murder of Ole Miss grad 10 months after body found -- A man pleaded guilty to murder and tampering charges and was sentenced to 40 years in the killing of a University of Mississippi graduate who was a prominent figure in the LGBTQ community.

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Comey friend seeks to block DOJ from accessing seized materials -- Daniel Richman, a friend of ex-FBI Director James Comey, is taking legal action against DOJ over files investigators seized from him more than five years ago.

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Trump administration considering expanding travel ban to around 30 countries -- The Trump administration is considering expanding its travel ban to around 30 countries in the wake of the shooting of two National Guard soldiers.

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Treasury investigating whether Minnesota welfare money went to al Shabaab -- The Trump administration is looking into whether Minnesota tax money found its way to al Shabaab, an al Qaeda affiliate based in Somalia, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.

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Publisher condemns Hegseth's use of Franklin the Turtle in boat strike meme -- The Canadian publishing house behind the "Franklin" children's books appeared to condemn Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, after he posted a cartoon image of the turtle blowing up a boat.

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How the Trump administration's account of boat strike has evolved -- The U.S. military's early September strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat has drawn new scrutiny as the White House confirmed that the vessel was struck twice.

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White House releases details of Trump's MRI scan -- The White House said President Trump's October MRI analyzed his cardiovascular system and abdomen. -- Dec 1

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Will a reverse mortgage be worth opening in 2026? -- A reverse mortgage could help some retirees tap home equity, but the decision requires careful consideration.

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3 REVERSE MORTGAGE LOAN OPTIONS RETIREES SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NOW

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How does a reverse mortgage work for a married couple?

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3 WAYS TO BORROW HOME EQUITY WITHOUT REFINANCING TO KNOW FOR 2026 -- Want to borrow your home equity without having to alter your low-rate mortgage terms in 2026? Here's how to do it.

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Will a HELOC or home equity loan be better in 2026? Lending experts weigh in

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3 COSTLY HOME EQUITY BORROWING MISTAKES TO AVOID BEFORE 2026

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How much interest can a $10,000 long-term CD earn now? -- The interest-earning potential on a CD of this size and length is high. But it's not the only feature to know now.

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Have a CD account set to mature in 2026? Here's what experts recommend doing now.

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How much will a $100,000 CD account earn in 2026?

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Personal finance advice doesn't work for most Americans, economists say -- Personal finance is too complex for most people to navigate, two economists contend in a new book. Is there a better way to help people deal with money?

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Michael and Susan Dell to give 25 million U.S. kids $250 in Trump accounts -- Michael and Susan Dell said they will spend $6.25 billion to fund Invest America accounts for U.S. children.

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Gas prices dip below $3 per gallon, the lowest since 2021 -- The average price across the U.S. now stands at $2.95 per gallon, down 8.5 cents from a week ago, according to GasBuddy.

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TSA will start charging travelers without a Real ID $45 in February -- Flyers without Real IDs, passports or other accepted forms of identification will need to pay a $45 fee starting Feb. 1.

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Yankee Candle maker Newell Brands to close stores and cut 900 jobs -- Newell Brands shares have sunk nearly 62% this year as the consumer products giant grapples with slowing growth. -- Dec 1

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Lawmakers to receive briefings on strikes -- Republicans and Democrats in Congress are expecting classified briefings on the strikes against suspected drug-carrying vessels near Venezuela and Colombia. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.

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Latest on Alina Habba as acting U.S. attorney -- A federal appeals court upheld a ruling that disqualified Alina Habba, President Trump's former personal attorney, from serving as the acting U.S. attorney in New Jersey. CBS News senior politics reporter Melissa Quinn reports.

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White House on Sept. 2 vessel strike -- The White House confirmed the U.S. military's second Sept. 2 strike against an alleged Venezuelan drug boat as more claims emerge about the operation. Lawmakers have raised concerns over the legality of the strikes. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata and White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi have the latest.

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Key Tennessee special election underway -- A critical special election in Tennessee is underway between Republican Matt Van Epps and Democrat Aftyn Behn for the state's 7th Congressional District. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has the latest.

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The Takeout - Inside China's espionage campaign against U.S. A new book, "The Great Heist," exposes how China has carried out a long-running, large-scale espionage campaign to undermine the U.S. and its allies by stealing information and technology from companies. Author David Shedd joins "The Takeout" to discuss. 1H ago - 06:06

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Tennessee special election underway -- Tennessee's 7th Congressional District is historically a Republican stronghold, but Democrats are looking to make up significant ground in Tuesday's special House election. Political strategists Terry Sullivan and Kendra Barkoff Lamy join "The Takeout" with analysis.

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Democrats probe Kash Patel's use of FBI jet -- Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee have opened an investigation into FBI Director Kash Patel's travel, alleging flight logs and social media posts showed Patel used the FBI's Gulfstream passenger jet for several personal outings. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has the details.

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Bipartisan bill would extend health care credits -- Republican Rep. Kevin Kiley and Democratic Rep. Sam Liccardo join "The Takeout" to discuss their plan to extend ACA tax credits for two years.

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Hegseth doubles down on boat strikes -- President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday revealed new details about a September strike on an alleged drug boat that has sparked intense fallout. CBS News' Weijia Jiang and Sam Vinograd have more.

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Eye On America - Cafes still struggling after coffee tariffs lifted - In Portland, Oregon, the lingering effects of coffee tariffs are impacting small businesses. Mark Strassmann reports. Dec 1 - 02:54

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93-YEAR-OLD MATRIARCH PUSHES FAMILY TO BE ACTIVE -- Americans of all ages are becoming more active. Leading the way are young people between 14 and 24, and women over 65. Mark Strassmann met a family whose 94-year-old matriarch is leading the charge.

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College football rivalry includes handling trash -- When you're part of one of the greatest rivalries in sports, Michigan vs. Ohio State, you'll talk trash about anything, including actual game day trash -- and who cleans it up better. David Schechter reports.

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Young adults helping teens with mental health -- Elaine Quijano reports on a program called Generation S.O.S., which brings in young adults who have struggled with mental health and substance abuse to have conversations with high school students.

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More families choosing open embryo donations -- In July, Clare Kilcullen gave birth to her daughter, Marlowe, thanks to a frozen embryo donated by a couple from Canada. As Jo Ling Kent reports, it's part of a growing movement to maintain a connection between donors of frozen embryos and their recipients.

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