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Trump has been indicted in classified documents probe, CBS News confirms

Former President Donald Trump said Thursday that he was indicted in connection with a federal investigation into his handling of sensitive government documents after he left the White House. Two U.S. officials confirmed the charges to CBS News, as did Trump's attorney. John Dickerson, Scott MacFarlane and Robert Costa report.

Breaking down the federal charges against Trump

Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on charges stemming from the federal investigation into his handling of sensitive government documents after he left the White House. Attorney Vinoo Varghese, CBS News justice and law enforcement producer Robert Legare and CBS News political contributor Sean Sullivan analyze the charges against Trump and the potential ramifications.

What Donald Trump's latest indictment means for him—and for 2024

A federal indictment could have more serious implications for former President Trump's 2024 presidential run than the indictment brought against him by a New York grand jury in March, CBS News Political Director Fin Gómez said Thursday.

Boats in a global sailing competition collect climate data

The Ocean Race, the world’s longest sailing competition, sees sailors travel 36,000 miles on boats outfitted to gather data on how climate change is impacting the world’s oceans. Ben Tracy talks to the citizen scientists in "Eye on America."

Texas boardwalk collapse sends nearly two dozen teenagers to hospital

A section of a boardwalk collapsed Thursday in Surfside Beach, Texas, sending nearly two dozen teenagers to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

How poor air quality impacts health, according to a doctor

Millions of people across the Eastern U.S. are facing dangerous air quality due to hundreds of wildfires in Canada. The haze has disrupted flights and prompted warnings to stay inside. Dr. Leonardo Trasande, children's environmental health specialist, joins CBS News with tips to stay safe from the health risks associated with poor air quality.

When will air quality improve on the East Coast?

Smoke traveling down from Canadian wildfires has caused the air quality in several states to reach hazardous levels. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on how officials are mitigating the fires, and how much longer people can expect the smoke to last. Plus, CBS News senior weather producer David Parkinson explains the science behind the sky turning orange.

Why illegal border crossings dropped 70% since early May

The Department of Homeland Security says illegal crossings are down 70% since the end of Title 42 border restrictions in early May. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez explains the biggest factor pushing the numbers down.

How Pence hopes to sway evangelicals from Trump

Former Vice President Mike Pence formally launched his 2024 campaign Wednesday -- setting up a rare battle between two former running mates. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports from Iowa.

John Dickerson on the presidency as an office of character

Mike Pence defined the presidency Wednesday as he has throughout his career: as an office of character. John Dickerson explains.