In New York, the trial of Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, advanced with pretrial disputes over evidence. Defense lawyers asked a judge to suppress a personal notebook and other items seized during Mangione’s arrest, arguing some material was obtained improperly. Prosecutors contend the notebook points to motive. The case has drawn notable public attention and fundraising for the defense. Mangione faces state charges that could carry life in prison and separate federal charges that carry potential capital exposure.
The White House gathered senior national security aides as the U.S. moved a carrier strike group, including the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the Caribbean amid heightened tensions with Venezuela. President Trump said the airspace over Venezuela should be treated as closed. Reporting has placed one U.S. operation in the spotlight: a series of strikes this year on suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean. The Washington Post published an account alleging Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered a directive that amounted to “kill everybody” on suspect narco boats; Pentagon and White House spokespeople denied an order to kill all aboard and said commanders acted within the law. Lawmakers from both parties have called for investigations into whether follow-up strikes that killed survivors could constitute war crimes. Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said targeting wounded people in the water would violate the laws of war.
White House physicians released a summary of President Trump’s preventive MRI, reporting normal cardiovascular and abdominal imaging, though they did not release the full radiology report. The summary was issued as officials sought to address questions about the president’s health.
U.S. diplomacy saw renewed, if contentious, activity on Ukraine. The administration intensified its diplomatic push, including visits by presidential envoys to Moscow and negotiations with Ukrainian representatives. Many Ukrainians criticized elements of a proposed U.S. peace plan, saying it resembles Russian demands and could involve territorial concessions.
The World Health Organization recommended injectable weight-loss medications such as Wegovy and Zepbound as long-term treatment options for obesity, warning the number of people with obesity could nearly double to almost 2 billion by 2030 without decisive action.
Tuesday marked the 70th anniversary of Rosa Parks’ arrest in Montgomery, Alabama — a defining moment that helped spark the bus boycott and advance the Civil Rights movement.
In Washington, there was cautious but hopeful news about a National Guardsman critically wounded in an ambush. Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe reportedly showed signs of improvement, including giving a thumbs up and moving his toes. The attack killed Specialist Sarah Backstrom; a suspect has been charged.
CBS News reported new background on the suspect in that attack, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal. A former caseworker described recent deterioration in his mental health, increasing isolation, manic episodes and strained family ties. U.S. intelligence agencies say they have found no confirmed ties between the suspect and terror networks. Lakanwal had served in a CIA-supported unit in Afghanistan and was resettled in the United States under earlier vetting; administration officials and other observers have debated whether vetting gaps played a role, noting he was re-reviewed before asylum was granted.
Beyond those major stories, the evening roundup touched on broader efforts to reduce global conflicts and ongoing winter weather impacts.
Eye on America: Reciprocal tariffs on coffee that briefly raised costs for roasters and cafes have been lifted, but relief for small businesses will take time. In Portland, Oregon — a major specialty coffee hub — small roasters and cafés were squeezed by higher green-bean prices, added tariffs and general inflation. Specialty roaster Trailhead Coffee said tariffs forced layoffs. With many shops operating on thin margins and ordering beans months in advance, a tariff reversal won’t immediately restore staffing or normal inventory. Importers said the tariffs had added about $0.50 per bag of green coffee for some shipments; the U.S. rescinded reciprocal duties weeks later, but new shipments reflecting that change are not expected until early next year.
Sports and resilience: Denver Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton made a dramatic comeback after surgery to remove a tumor and a recent testicular cancer diagnosis. Singleton returned to play, made key tackles in an overtime win over the Washington Commanders, and used the moment to urge others to prioritize health checks. The victory was framed as both a team win and a personal triumph.
Other briefs included continued international coverage of peace talks over Ukraine and ongoing scrutiny of U.S. military actions and accountability after the Caribbean strikes. From CBS News headquarters, the evening program closed with promises of follow-up reporting as developments unfold.”}