The Republican race began with a gaggle of 17 candidates, and Donald Trump is the last one standing
The Republican race began with a gaggle of 17 candidates, and Donald Trump is the last one standing. Here's a look back at the grueling campaign.
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Despite a dwindling statistical chance of winning the nomination, Sen. Bernie Sanders tells "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley he will "absolutely" stay in the race until the Democratic convention
Despite a dwindling statistical chance of winning the nomination, Sen. Bernie Sanders tells "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley he will "absolutely" stay in the race until the Democratic convention.
Hillary Clinton has more than 90 percent of the delegates needed to clinch the Democratic nomination; and Bernie Sanders' win in Indiana did little to slow her momentum
Hillary Clinton has more than 90 percent of the delegates needed to clinch the Democratic nomination; and Bernie Sanders' win in Indiana did little to slow her momentum. But in an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Scott Pelley, Sanders gave his word that he will not drop out before the Democratic convention.
After a crushing loss in Indiana, Ted Cruz suspended his campaign and now John Kasich is expected to do the same
After a crushing loss in Indiana, Ted Cruz suspended his campaign and now John Kasich is expected to do the same. This makes Donald Trump the presumptive GOP nominee. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett and Politico's Eli Stokols join CBSN to discuss.
Democratic underdog Bernie Sanders isn't backing out of the race, forcing Hillary Clinton to work harder for the 2,383 delegates needed for the presidential nomination
Democratic underdog Bernie Sanders isn't backing out of the race, forcing Hillary Clinton to work harder for the 2,383 delegates needed for the presidential nomination. CBSN's Josh Elliott discusses with CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and The Wall Street Journal's Colleen Nelson.
"Face The Nation" moderator John Dickerson breaks down Hillary Clinton's obstacle before likely facing Donald Trump in a general election: Bernie Sanders.
"Face The Nation" moderator John Dickerson breaks down Hillary Clinton's obstacle before likely facing Donald Trump in a general election: Bernie Sanders.
Despite being far behind Hillary Clinton in delegates, Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says he won't back out of the race
Despite being far behind Hillary Clinton in delegates, Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders says he won't back out of the race. After a victory in Indiana last night, Sanders said he will stay in the race until the convention, even though he is mathematically eliminated from clinching the Democratic nomination. CBS' Steve Chaggaris, CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez and RealClearPolitics' Caitlin Huey-Burns discuss why Sanders is not backing down.
Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan and John Dickerson, CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator, join "CBS This Morning"
Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan and John Dickerson, CBS News political director and "Face the Nation" moderator, join "CBS This Morning" to discuss what's at stake for the Republican party after the Indiana primary.
Reince Priebus asked Republicans to unite and focus on defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton
Republican National Committee chairman Reince Priebus tweeted Tuesday that Donald Trump will be the "presumptive GOP nominee" and asked Republicans to unite and focus on defeating Democrat Hillary Clinton. Priebus joins "CBS This Morning" from Racine, Wisconsin, to discuss the state of his party and Trump's chances in the general election.
Sanders beat Clinton by four points in Tuesday's primary, but Clinton now has 92 percent of the delegates she needs to win the nomination
Hillary Clinton lost the Indiana primary, but she's still the Democrat most likely to face Donald Trump in November. Bernie Sanders beat Clinton by four points in Tuesday's primary, but Clinton now has 92 percent of the delegates she needs to win the nomination. Nancy Cordes reports.
Regardless of the results from Indiana, Hillary Clinton already has 91 percent of the delegates she needs to win the Democratic nomination
Regardless of the results from Indiana, Hillary Clinton already has 91 percent of the delegates she needs to win the Democratic nomination. Nancy Cordes reports Bernie Sanders' win is likely too little too late.
CBS News' Bob Schieffer has covered 13 presidential elections
CBS News' Bob Schieffer has covered 13 presidential elections -- but none quite like this one. He shares his thoughts on the often surprising and unpredictable nature of the 2016 presidential campaigns.
When asked how she was expected to do in Indiana on Tuesday
When asked how she was expected to do in Indiana on Tuesday, Hillary Clinton said she was more focused on the general election. Meanwhile Bernie Sanders has been barnstorming Indiana; the Clinton campaign says he could very well win. Nancy Cordes has more.
With Gov. Mike Pence endorsing Cruz and coaching legend Bobby Knight backing Trump, Indiana voters are now faced with a jump ball, begging the question: Hoosier pick, Indiana?
With Gov. Mike Pence endorsing Cruz and coaching legend Bobby Knight backing Trump, Indiana voters are now faced with a jump ball, begging the question: Hoosier pick, Indiana?
Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton said she misspoke with a comment vowing to put the coal industry "out of business," after receiving plenty of backlash from coal mining states
Democratic front-runner Hillary Clinton said she misspoke with a comment vowing to put the coal industry "out of business," after receiving plenty of backlash from coal mining states. CBS' Nancy Cordes explains why she's looking ahead to upcoming races in states like West Virginia.
CBS News' Nancy Cordes, who has been covering the Democratic race for the past year, joins "CBS This Morning"
CBS News' Nancy Cordes, who has been covering the Democratic race for the past year, joins "CBS This Morning" from Washington to discuss the potential role the former president might play and how the Democratic front-runner is trying to put out fires in the coal country of West Virginia.
Democrat presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is predicting a contested convention and vows to stay in the race
Democrat presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is predicting a contested convention and vows to stay in the race. CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with more on how the Vermont senator plans to fight for every delegate.
Republican candidate Ted Cruz is fighting for the political spotlight in Indiana as video of a confrontation between him and a Trump supporter surfaces
Republican candidate Ted Cruz is fighting for the political spotlight in Indiana as video of a confrontation between him and a Trump supporter surfaces. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett joins CBSN with more ahead of another crucial primary.
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Hillary Clinton is laying out a clear example of how she might use her husband, former president Bill Clinton, if she is elected president
Hillary Clinton is laying out a clear example of how she might use her husband, former president Bill Clinton, if she is elected president. Meanwhile, Bernie Sanders is publicly urging superdelegates to reconsider their support for Clinton. Nancy Cordes has more.
Fifty-seven Republican delegates are up for grabs Tuesday in Indiana. Senior Trump advisers expect him to win the majority of Indiana's delegates
Fifty-seven Republican delegates are up for grabs Tuesday in Indiana. Senior Trump advisers expect him to win the majority of Indiana's delegates. A win for Trump could all but seal his nomination. Major Garrett reports.
While campaigning in Indiana one day ahead of the primary, Republican candidate Ted Cruz was confronted by Donald Trump supporters telling him to drop out of the race
While campaigning in Indiana one day ahead of the primary, Republican candidate Ted Cruz was confronted by Donald Trump supporters telling him to drop out of the race. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has more on the heated exchange.
Bernie Sanders says the Democrats are headed for a contested convention because rival Hillary Clinton won't be able to pick up enough pledged delegates, meaning the contest will boil down to the will of the superdelegates
Bernie Sanders says the Democrats are headed for a contested convention because rival Hillary Clinton won't be able to pick up enough pledged delegates, meaning the contest will boil down to the will of the superdelegates. Politico senior Washington correspondent Anna Palmer joins CBSN with more ahead of the latest primary contest in Indiana.
One day ahead of the Indiana primary, Ted Cruz is making his case to voters
One day ahead of the Indiana primary, Ted Cruz is making his case to voters. Does he have a chance against GOP frontrunner Donald Trump? Politico senior Washington correspondent Anna Palmer joins CBSN with more details on the Republican rivalry.
Bernie Sanders admits he faces an uphill fight for the Democratic presidential nomination, and says Hillary Clinton's advantage with superdelegates is a sign the system is unfair
Bernie Sanders admits he faces an uphill fight for the Democratic presidential nomination, and says Hillary Clinton's advantage with superdelegates is a sign the system is unfair. RealClearPolitics' Rebecca Berg describes his thinking.
Details emerge in case of former Cornell student alleging rape by frat members
A woman, identified only as Jane Doe, alleges she was gang-raped by seven fraternity members in 2024 and accuses Cornell University of failing to protect her.
Trump announces plans for largest steel plant in U.S. history to be built in Iowa
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
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Senate approves sweeping bill to regulate college sports
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Trump, Johnson to meet with AI execs at White House amid debate over safety
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Election denier Kurt Olsen has resigned from DOJ, sources say
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
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OpenAI halts model release over safety concerns: "Didn't quite meet the bar"
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Top FBI official Andrew Bailey resigns
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
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Former "American Idol" singer's murder trial moves to closing arguments
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