John Boehner thinks Donald Trump can win in November
He also talked about one reaction to his comment comparing Ted Cruz to "Lucifer in the flesh"
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Ted Cruz talked with CBS' "Face the Nation" to discuss his recent vice presidential pick, his chances against opponent Donald Trump, and former House Speaker John Boehner's recent remarks. This is an extended cut of an interview that aired May 1, 2016
Ted Cruz talked with CBS' "Face the Nation" to discuss his recent vice presidential pick, his chances against opponent Donald Trump, and former House Speaker John Boehner's recent remarks. This is an extended cut of an interview that aired May 1, 2016.
No target was safe from Larry Wilmore at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
No target was safe from Larry Wilmore at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. See the "Nightly Show" host's full act.
No target was safe from Larry Wilmore at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
No target was safe from Larry Wilmore at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. See the "Nightly Show" host's full act.
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency. Watch the president's remarks.
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency. Watch the president's remarks.
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency
President Obama had one last chance to get some digs in on the media and politicians at the final White House Correspondents' Dinner of his presidency. Watch the president's remarks.
In a humorous video that aired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, President Obama revealed how he would ease his way into retirement
In a humorous video that aired at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, President Obama revealed how he would ease his way into retirement. He gets a little help from Joe Biden and John Boehner too.
Ted Cruz: Was Boehner "auditioning" to be Donald Trump's VP?
GOP presidential candidate tells "Face the Nation" that recent remarks by the former House speaker prove he's the real outsider in the race
The GOP presidential candidate says recent criticism from the former House speaker proves that he is the real outsider in the race, not Donald Trump
The GOP presidential candidate says recent criticism from the former House speaker proves that he is the real outsider in the race, not Donald Trump.
Actress Susan Sarandon says she's more afraid of Hillary Clinton than Donald Trump
Actress Susan Sarandon says she's more afraid of Hillary Clinton than Donald Trump. The Academy Award winner explained on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" why she had to "break up" with Hillary Clinton.
Ted Cruz picked up a significant endorsement Friday ahead of Indiana's Tuesday's primary
Ted Cruz picked up a significant endorsement Friday ahead of Indiana's Tuesday's primary. The state's governor, Mike Pence, officially backed Cruz on a radio show hosted by Greg Garrison. CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN with more on how significant this endorsement will be for the Texas senator.
Cruz says he was just a "baby lawyer" when he worked for Boehner
He also called reports of strong delegate counts out of Pennsylvania for Trump "bogus"
Former House Speaker John Boehner is getting vocal about the race for president
Former House Speaker John Boehner is getting vocal about the race for president. Boehner let loose on Ted Cruz, who is trying to turn the GOP against Donald Trump ahead of Indiana's crucial primary. CBSN political contributor Hogan Gidley joins CBSN with more on Boehner's remarks and if they will hurt Cruz's attempts to unite the Republican Party.
At a Stanford University forum, former House Speaker John Boehner didn't mince words about Republican presidential hopeful Ted Cruz
At a Stanford University forum, former House Speaker John Boehner didn't mince words about Republican presidential hopeful Ted Cruz. He referred to Cruz as "Lucifer," among other things. In Indiana, Cruz brushed off the insult. Julianna Goldman has more.
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Former House Speaker John Boehner went after Republican candidate Ted Cruz, calling him "Lucifer in the flesh."
Former House Speaker John Boehner went after Republican candidate Ted Cruz, calling him "Lucifer in the flesh." Cruz slammed back, saying that Boehner is Trump's new "texting buddy." CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN to discuss the newest GOP feud.
How Cruz reacted when Boehner compared him to "Lucifer in the flesh"
The former House speaker called Cruz "Lucifer in the flesh" and a "miserable son of a b---h"
Boehner: Ted Cruz is "Lucifer in the flesh," "miserable" SOB
The former House speaker wouldn't even vote for Cruz if he were the Republican nominee
House Speaker Paul Ryan explains how his predecessor convinced him to take the job, and what advice Boehner gave him
House Speaker Paul Ryan explains how his predecessor convinced him to take the job, and what advice Boehner gave him.
Paul Ryan on speakership: "I'm redesigning this job"
Newly-elected House speaker talks changing the rules, including the "ridiculous" idea of working with Obama on immigration
What is John Boehner thinking on his way out of Congress?
The Ohio congressman gave up his gavel on Thursday and will resign from Congress on Saturday
Senate passes ambitious budget deal, sends it to Obama
Accord lifts debt ceiling into March 2017 and lifts spending levels for two fiscal years
Boehner: "Face the Nation" question helped me clarify decision to resign
John Dickerson asked now-former speaker whether the Holy Spirit moved him to resign after pope's visit, and Boehner says the question stuck with him
During a September 27 appearance on "Face the Nation," the now-former House speaker discussed what impact the visit from Pope Francis had on his decision to step down
During a September 27 appearance on "Face the Nation," now-former House Speaker John Boehner discussed what impact the visit from Pope Francis had on his decision to step down.
Israel orders new evacuations in Rafah, forcing tens of thousands to move
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3 GOP candidates for WVA governor try to outdo each other on anti-LGBTQ issues
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1 dead after shooting inside Ohio movie theater, police say
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Nike announces signature shoe for WNBA star A'ja Wilson
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversees test of new multiple rocket launcher
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Backcountry skier killed after buried by avalanche in Idaho
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Dutch contestant Joost Klein kicked out of Eurovision hours before final
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Boston Marathon bombing survivor who lost both legs earns doctorate in nursing
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WWII soldiers posthumously receive Purple Heart medals
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Nike announces signature shoe for WNBA star A'ja Wilson
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Popular maker of sriracha is suspending production. Here's why.
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With extreme weather comes extreme insurance premiums for homeowners
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Minnesota is officially flying its new flag. What happens to the old one?
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Trump trial key witness Michael Cohen is expected to testify Monday
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Blinken sends Congress report on Israeli military's operations in Gaza
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Louisiana GOP officials ask Supreme Court to weigh in on congressional map
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Anti-abortion rights groups push abortion "reversal." States say that's fraud.
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Seattle to open overdose recovery center amid rising deaths
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Dutch contestant Joost Klein kicked out of Eurovision hours before final
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Dutch contestant Joost Klein kicked out of Eurovision hours before final
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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