Beto O'Rourke drops out of the presidential race
"Though it is difficult to accept, it is clear to me now that this campaign does not have the means to move forward successfully," O'Rouke wrote on Medium.
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Beto O'Rourke says he expects Americans to surrender their guns
"If we're able to pass mandatory buybacks, and I'm able to sign that into law, then I fully expect our fellow Americans to turn in their AR-15s and their AK-47s," he told CBS News
Beto O'Rourke unveils plan to stem opioid abuse
On Thursday, O'Rourke released his proposal to end the opioid epidemic
Amy O'Rourke has mixed feelings about her husband's cursing
"There were some really wonderful people that [said], 'could you please get him to stop swearing so much?'"
Texas lawmaker tweets at O'Rourke: My AR-15 "is ready for you"
O'Rourke called tweet, which came during Democratic debate, a death threat, and Twitter later removed it, saying it broke site's rules on threats and violence
A shaken mosque welcomes Beto O'Rourke in New Hampshire
"Why should we have to be cornered? Why should we have to feel guilty, like we have to prove we are innocent? America is bigger than that"
O'Rourke campaign sells profane T-shirts to support gun control
All proceeds from the sale of the shirt will go to gun control groups, rather than the O'Rourke campaign
Beto O'Rourke visits gun show in Arkansas, NRA responds
NRA mocked the Texas Democrat's standing the polls, and O'Rourke responded with poll numbers about "70% of Americans support an assault weapons ban"
O'Rourke returns to campaign trail, promises to take fight to Trump
Beto O'Rourke has been absent from the campaign trail in the wake of the deadly shooting in El Paso, Texas
Beto O'Rourke heads back to the 2020 campaign trail
O'Rourke is set to deliver his first major speech to the country from his hometown, outlining his ideas for the future
War of words between Trump and local politicians ahead of his El Paso visit
Former Rep. Beto O'Rourke goes at it with Trump, as does his successor, Victoria Escobar
El Paso congresswoman declines invitation to meet Trump
Veronica Escobar's predecessor in the congressional seat, 2020 hopeful Beto O'Rourke, has also publicly asked Mr. Trump not to come
O'Rourke: Trump's rhetoric "has a lot to do" with El Paso shooting
O'Rourke draws a direct link between the president's divisive rhetoric and the apparent motives of the white man suspected of killing 20 people in El Paso
Transcript: Former Rep. Beto O'Rourke on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of the interview with former Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke of Texas that aired Sunday, August 4, 2019, on "Face the Nation"
Despite fundraising and polling tumble O'Rourke campaign bets on Beto
Despite disappointing fundraising, his team is focused on building out a larger infrastructure, announcing earlier this month at least four additional national positions within the campaign
Most 2020 Democrats offer few specifics to meet border crisis
Questions could come soon -- the first presidential primary TV debates are Wednesday and Thursday in Miami and will be co-hosted by a Spanish-language television network
Beto O'Rourke unveils plan to strengthen LGBTQ protections
O'Rourke talked about the plan after he finished a "pride run" with the LGBTQ community in New York City Wednesday
Beto O'Rourke says Biden "absolutely wrong" on abortion stance
2020 Democratic presidential candidates were quick to pounce on Joe Biden's support for the Hyde Amendment, which bans federal funding for abortions in most cases
Beto O'Rourke proposes sweeping immigration reform
Democratic presidential hopeful's plan would create pathway to citizenship for millions and stop border wall construction in its tracks
Beto O'Rourke regrets Vanity Fair campaign launch
O'Rourke said the cover reinforced "that perception of privilege" he believes has haunted his campaign
Beto O'Rourke planning 2020 campaign reset
2020 candidate Beto O'Rourke is reportedly planning a "reintroduction" of his 2020 campaign. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBSN political contributor and Washington Post national politics reporter Sean Sullivan join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with a look at where O'Rourke stands in the race and what candidates were talking about over the weekend.
Beto O'Rourke denies report he tried to flee scene of 1998 DWI crash
Former Texas Congressman and 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Beto O'Rourke has denied reports that he tried to leave the scene of a 1998 DWI crash. Texas Tribune investigative reporter Jay Root joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss his story.
O'Rourke wants Stacey Abrams in charge of combating voter suppression
O'Rourke told a Texas crowd the country is in need of a "new voting rights act" and Abrams would play a part in that
O'Rourke tweets in support of Buttigieg after homophobic remarks
"Texans don't stand for this kind of homophobia and hatred," O'Rourke wrote
Beto O'Rourke rolls out four-part climate plan
The four part plan aims to address the battle against climate change, what O'Rourke calls "the greatest threat we face"
Politics
Supreme Court sides with Ted Cruz in campaign finance dispute
The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines in striking down a provision of federal campaign finance law.
6 months in, Biden's infrastructure plan has 4,300 projects
President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure measure into law in November.
Trump-era's Durham faces trial of lawyer with ties to Clinton campaign
Michael Sussmann is charged with one count of lying to investigators, but legal teams on both sides plan to call notable figures from the 2016 election.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen hospitalized after suffering "minor stroke" during speech
The senator from Maryland said he has been informed there are "no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident."
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
John Fetterman, Pennsylvania lieutenant governor running for Senate, suffers stroke
Fetterman said he is "well on his way to recovery," and said "the doctors have assured that I'll be able to get back on the trail" as voters go to the polls in Tuesday's primary.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on May 15, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown join Margaret Brennan.
Buttigieg says Biden administration working to end baby formula shortage
Buttigieg said the formula shortage has the attention of the highest levels of the Biden administration.
New York governor says Buffalo shooting was "white supremacy terrorism"
"This individual is not going to see the light of day again," Hochul said of the suspected gunman in Saturday's attack.
Finland and Sweden inch closer to seeking NATO membership
Top NATO diplomats gathered Sunday in Berlin as Finland announced it would apply to join the Western alliance.
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Elon Musk angling for cut-rate deal on Twitter, analysts say
Tesla CEO's $44 billion offer for the social media company is "out the window," one Wall Street analyst says.
Human remains found in submerged car of mayor missing 1 year
Ralph Brown was last seen leaving his Cornelius home in a Blue Nissan Sentra on May 16, 2021.
Watch Live: Amber Heard resumes testifying in Johnny Depp lawsuit
Heard has told jurors she was physically and sexually abused by Depp on multiple occasions.
JetBlue makes hostile bid for Spirit Airlines
Airline hopes to convince investors that its offer is superior to Spirit's $2.9 billion deal with Frontier.
Supreme Court sides with Ted Cruz in campaign finance dispute
The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines in striking down a provision of federal campaign finance law.
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Wildfires are a growing risk for homeowners in these states
Millions of homes across the U.S. face a growing risk of wildfires as the climate warms — and not only in the West.
McDonald's selling its Russian business
Fast-food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the war is forcing its hand.
Breast milk banks see surge in demand, donations
Milk banks typically focus on NICU babies. Now they are helping families who can't find baby formula.
What are stablecoins, and how do they differ from other cryptos?
Stablecoins have been thrust into national spotlight after being blamed in part for the recent crypto sell-off.
How should parents who can't find formula feed their babies?
Here are the do's and don'ts for parents in search of baby formula as the shortage continues.
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Supreme Court sides with Ted Cruz in campaign finance dispute
The court ruled 6-3 along ideological lines in striking down a provision of federal campaign finance law.
6 months in, Biden's infrastructure plan has 4,300 projects
President Biden signed the bipartisan infrastructure measure into law in November.
Trump-era's Durham faces trial of lawyer with ties to Clinton campaign
Michael Sussmann is charged with one count of lying to investigators, but legal teams on both sides plan to call notable figures from the 2016 election.
Sen. Chris Van Hollen hospitalized after suffering "minor stroke" during speech
The senator from Maryland said he has been informed there are "no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident."
Biden to travel Tuesday to Buffalo following mass shooting
Ten people were killed Saturday in what officials are calling a hate crime and a case of racially motivated violent extremism.
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N. Korea's Kim blames "irresponsible" workers for apparent COVID crisis
Experts watching from outside the Hermit Kingdom suspect North Korea's official figures belie an epidemic of more than a million cases.
Congress to address baby formula shortage
The House is set to take action this week to address the ongoing baby formula shortage and take up a pair of emergency measures to boost supply. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
Woman shares personal experience with abortion
At 19 weeks pregnant, Minneapolis resident Emily Richter received the devastating news that her unborn daughter was diagnosed with a serious birth defect called anencephaly. Babies with this condition are likely to be stillborn or die shortly after death, as well as pose a risk of death for the birthing mother. Richter terminated the pregnancy and advocates for maintaining this form of care. Kate Raddatz has more.
Kim Jong-Un wears mask in public
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appeared in public wearing a mask for the first time a year after the country claimed it did not have a single case of COVID-19. While the rest of world initiated mass vaccination campaigns, the isolated nation sealed its borders and refused to accept a single dose. As Kim declares nationwide lockdowns, the official line is that one person has died of the virus in North Korea. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer has more.
Shortage of baby formula in the U.S.
Parents in the U.S. are scrambling to find baby formula amid a nationwide shortage, with many even crossing borders. Tom Wait has more.
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N. Korea's Kim blames "irresponsible" workers for apparent COVID crisis
Experts watching from outside the Hermit Kingdom suspect North Korea's official figures belie an epidemic of more than a million cases.
Deadly clashes as Afghanistan's Taliban rulers face an armed resistance
Forces vowing to liberate the country from the Islamic hardliners say they've launched an offensive, and the bloodshed is already sending civilians fleeing for safety.
Russia's threats aren't scaring Finland away from its NATO bid
As Finland and Sweden's leaders seek the reassurance of NATO defense, CBS News tours a nuclear bunker in Helsinki – part of the legacy of Russia's last invasion.
Forensic report concludes law student was raped and murdered
Escobar's death is now being investigated as femicide, after originally being registered as a disappearance, officials said.
McDonald's selling its Russian business
Fast-food giant says the humanitarian crisis caused by the Ukraine war is forcing its hand.
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Watch Live: Amber Heard resumes testifying in Johnny Depp lawsuit
Heard has told jurors she was physically and sexually abused by Depp on multiple occasions.
Jason Momoa issues apology for taking photos in Sistine Chapel
Momoa posted a video of himself working out, and issued an apology in the process.
Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker get married
The pair tied the knot in Santa Barbara, where eyewitnesses snapped photos of them outside of the courthouse.
Police dog featured in Netflix's "Rescued by Ruby" euthanized
Ruby was one of the first shelter dogs trained to serve with the Rhode Island State Police.
Garrison Keillor talks about #MeToo and a return to Lake Wobegon
Best known for the wildly-popular "A Prairie Home Companion," the author was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio to sever ties. But he has never stopped writing, and is back on the road entertaining his audience.
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First pictures of Milky Way’s black hole
Astronomers have managed to get the first images of the black hole located at the core of the Milky Way. Scientists across seven countries released the first ever image of the black hole called Sagittarius A*. Jeff Glor has more.
Ford releases electric F-150 Lightning
Ford is getting ready to roll out its all-electric F-150 Lightning. It will be the first mass-market electric pickup truck in the United States. Kris Van Cleave went on a test drive.
Technology aids probe into alleged Russian war crimes
The war in Ukraine is the most documented war in history thanks to camera phones and social media. For "60 Minutes," Scott Pelley reports on Bellingcat, a group of online investigators using artificial intelligence to expose alleged Russian war crimes.
Elon Musk says Twitter deal "on hold"
Elon Musk says his $44 billion takeover bid for Twitter is "on hold" as he seeks more information on the platform's spam accounts. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more on that, plus how Musk is also reportedly facing a SEC investigation for late disclosure after buying a substantial stake in the company.
Elon Musk puts $44 billion Twitter deal on hold
Elon Musk says his deal to buy twitter is on hold. The company's stock plummeted after the announcement. Musk then tweeted that he is still committed to buying twitter. Tech reporter Dan Patterson joined CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers discuss the latest developments.
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How to watch the "super flower blood moon" total lunar eclipse
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
First pictures of Milky Way’s black hole
Astronomers have managed to get the first images of the black hole located at the core of the Milky Way. Scientists across seven countries released the first ever image of the black hole called Sagittarius A*. Jeff Glor has more.
"Monarca" highlights endangered butterflies
The eastern monarch butterfly is one step closer to being placed on the endangered species list. CBS News anchors Michelle Miller and Tanya Rivero spoke with Eva Aridjis, co-author of the new book "Monarca: A Novel" which sheds light on the dire fate of these butterflies.
Climate change doubled risk of deadly South Africa flood, scientists say
Scientists warned that extreme events like this are likely to happen again "with even greater intensity."
Lake Tahoe divers find diamond ring, shipwreck — and tons of trash
The first-of-its-kind effort was aimed to learn more about the source and potential harm caused by plastics and other pollutants in the iconic lake.
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Buffalo shooting victims include "hero" guard, deacon, grandmother
The victims represented a cross-section of life in the predominantly Black neighborhood.
Ben Crump on mass shooting: Hold accountable those who "curate hate"
Attorney for family of victim says they are investigating events leading up to mass shooting, including those who "curate this hate" and promote white supremacist violence.
Gunman at Buffalo supermarket kills 10
Ten people are dead and 3 wounded after a gunman opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday in what authorities describe as a racist hate crime. Erie County Sheriff John Garcia, whose office is one of the agencies involved in the case, joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss the latest in the investigation.
D.A. on Buffalo mass shooting investigation
State and local police, the FBI and county prosecutors are working to uncover more details about the Buffalo, New York supermarket shooting suspect and what led up to the attack that killed 10 people. The governor called it white supremacist terrorism. Erie County District Attorney John Flynn joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the case and what new charges could be brought against the suspect.
Buffalo shooting suspect's history
The Justice Department is investigating the deadly shooting at a Buffalo, New York supermarket as a hate crime, calling it "racially-motivated violent extremism." State officials say the suspect had made a threat at his school prior to Sunday's shooting. CBS News national affairs and justice correspondent Jeff Pegues has the latest on the investigation.
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See the photos of the "super flower blood moon"
Millions in the Americas, Europe and Africa were able to see the spectacular red glow of the total lunar eclipse.
How to watch the "super flower blood moon" total lunar eclipse
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
Scientists grow plants in moon soil for the first time ever
NASA said the discovery paves the way for the possibility of harvesting plants in habitats on the moon in the future.
"It's pretty amazing": First image of black hole at center of the Milky Way
Three years after capturing the first image of a supermassive black hole in a galaxy 55 million light years away, astronomers have managed to "photograph" one closer to home.
Audio captures sounds of black hole 240 million light-years away
NASA said "this sonification is unlike any other done before."
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Lawmakers seek action on baby formula supply
Lawmakers are working on multiple bills to address the nation's baby formula shortage. CBS News political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins Anne-Marie Green and Nikki Battiste with more on how one congresswoman is addressing the issue.
MoneyWatch: Bracing for a bear market
Falling stock indexes are triggering fears of an impending bear market. Benjamin Levisohn, deputy editor at Barron's. joins "CBS News Mornings" to explain what we can learn from past markets and how this will impact average Americans.
7-year-old loses shoe but still wins race
Seven-year-old Talaya Crawford lost her shoe at the beginning of a track race – but that didn't slow her down, literally. She quickly put her shoe back on and sped up to the other runners and ended up winning the race. Her dad, professional boxer Terence Crawford, posted video of the astounding race on Instagram, and it went viral. "She just doesn't have a clue how much she just motivated me," he wrote.
Gunman at Buffalo supermarket kills 10
Ten people are dead and 3 wounded after a gunman opened fire at a supermarket in Buffalo, New York, on Saturday in what authorities describe as a racist hate crime. Erie County Sheriff John Garcia, whose office is one of the agencies involved in the case, joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss the latest in the investigation.
D.A. on Buffalo mass shooting investigation
State and local police, the FBI and county prosecutors are working to uncover more details about the Buffalo, New York supermarket shooting suspect and what led up to the attack that killed 10 people. The governor called it white supremacist terrorism. Erie County District Attorney John Flynn joined CBS News to discuss the latest developments in the case and what new charges could be brought against the suspect.