Nikki Haley to announce 2024 presidential run on Feb. 15
Haley will become the first Republican to get in the 2024 presidential race since former President Donald Trump launched his bid.
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West Virginia governor to decide on race for Manchin's Senate seat by end of February
His decision raises the prospect of blockbuster race against Sen. Joe Manchin and shift in balance of power in Senate.
Trump kicks off 2024 presidential campaign in New Hampshire and South Carolina
Trump focused on the Biden administration's handling of foreign policy issues such as the war in Ukraine, the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan and immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Ronna McDaniel reelected RNC chair
Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term, despite her challenger getting a last-minute boost from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Jared Polis on Trump, 2024 and how to handle classified documents
Polis spoke with CBS News' Major Garrett about Trump, presidential aspirations and how classified material should be handled, among other topics.
DeSantis may just have made the RNC chair race a lot more competitive
The GOP Florida governor gave Ronna McDaniel's challenger, Harmeet Dhillon a boost during an interview with "The Charlie Kirk Show."
Bolton says Trump is "poison" for GOP's chances in 2024
Bolton also blasted former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, claiming he is probably "unfit" to serve as president.
Schiff announces he's running for Senate in California in 2024
The California Democrat is entering the primary to replace Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who has not yet said whether she will run for reelection.
Republicans meet to elect new RNC chair after lackluster midterms
Ronna McDaniel is running for her fourth term as chair, and for the first time, she's facing a serious challenge.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker defends state's new sweeping gun ban
Gun rights advocates have filed at least three lawsuits challenging the state law.
Pompeo says he'll decide on presidential run in "next handful of months"
Asked if Trump's decision to seek the White House again is having an impact on his own calculation, Pompeo said, "none."
Rep. Ro Khanna says centrist Democrat could challenge Biden in 2024
"I think [Biden] would win decisively against such a challenge and it would be unfortunate," he told CBS News. "But you know, I don't rule it out."
Khanna says centrist Democrat could challenge Biden in 2024
Ro Khanna of California, a leading progressive Democrat, said Monday that centrist Democrats could pose the biggest political threat to President Joe Biden in the 2024 presidential primary race, one day after Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia did not rule out a possible White House bid.
Evangelical leaders who supported Trump wait for 2024 GOP field to fill out
Rev. Franklin Graham says "I'm not going to endorse anybody" in what's expected to be a crowded 2024 GOP presidential primary.
2024 GOP presidential contenders face conservative litmus test on abortion
Republican hopefuls may distinguish themselves on the issue during the primaries, but it could haunt the nominee during the general election.
Nikki Haley loses top staffer to Pence
Both Pence and Haley are considering White House bids in 2024.
Virginia's Sen. Tim Kaine says he'll run for a third term
Kaine, who is 64, said he grappled with the decision to run for another six-year term because of his age.
Democrat Ruben Gallego announces challenge to Kyrsten Sinema for Senate
Gallego, an outspoken liberal Democrat, has long been critical of Sinema, who dropped her party identification as a Democrat just after the party won the Senate last year.
Biden likely to announce reelection bid after State of the Union address
"This has always, always been our plan. State of the Union first, candidate later," a source with knowledge of the ongoing planning confirmed.
South Carolina's Clyburn says he is convinced Biden will seek second term
The congressman and key Biden supporter warns other Democrats against mounting a primary challenge.
Noem says she'd "nudge" GOP governors to do more to restrict abortion
Her comments on abortion, in an interview with CBS News, came days after a top aide criticized Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for "hiding" behind the state's 15-week abortion ban.
Indiana GOP Rep. Jim Banks announces Senate run
Banks is running to replace Sen. Mike Braun, who is running for governor.
Rep. Barbara Lee tells colleagues she's running for Senate in California
Lee, 76, has represented Oakland, Berkeley and other parts of the Bay Area since 1998.
Pence on possible 2024 presidential run: "I think we've got time"
In an interview, the former vice president left the door open to a White House bid and weighed in on President Biden's handling of documents marked as classified.
Rep. Katie Porter announces 2024 Senate bid for Feinstein's seat
Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California has not yet announced whether she plans to seek another term.
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FBI investigating Santos' alleged role in fundraiser for veteran's dying dog
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
Hunter Biden calls for investigations in new front against GOP foes
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
Another sailor assigned to the USS George Washington dies by suicide, police say
This is the fourth sailor assigned to the USS George Washington who has died by suicide in less than a year.
Stocks rise after Fed acknowledges "disinflationary process"
"We will need substantially more evidence to be confident that inflation is on ... downward path," said Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates 0.25 percentage point
While the central bank is slowing its rate increases, Jerome Powell told investors not to expect lower rates this year.
White House takes aim at Apple and Google for their app stores
Commerce Department report accuses two tech giants of operating mobile app stores that stifle competition.
Biden and McCarthy meet amid debt limit standoff
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy characterized their meeting as "good," but said no agreements were made.
A look at the new AP curriculum for African American Studies
The course was first announced last August but the final framework was released on Wednesday.
Job openings unexpectedly rose in December to 11 million
American labor market remains hot despite the Federal Reserve's efforts to cool it down.
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N.Y. judge jails ex-gynecologist who abused hundreds of women
A prosecutor called Robert Hadden "a predator in a white coat." The Judge ordered him to spend the next two months in jail as he awaits sentencing.
Woman identified 37 years after she was found dying next to highway
DNA technology was used to make the match after the woman's body was exhumed from her grave.
"Dancing With Wolves" actor slated to face judge on sex abuse charges
Possible charges against Nathan Chasing Horse include sex trafficking and sexual assault of Indigenous girls. He's believed to be leader of a cult.
Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
FBI investigating Santos' alleged role in fundraiser for veteran's dying dog
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
Black Americans more likely to be IRS audited than other races
A new study suggests ways the IRS could solve an algorithmic bias that has harmed low-income and Black taxpayers.
Stocks rise after Fed acknowledges "disinflationary process"
"We will need substantially more evidence to be confident that inflation is on ... downward path," said Fed Chair Jerome Powell
How the Fed's latest interest rate hike affects your money
Because inflation is easing, Fed is increasing rates at slower pace. But borrowing will still be more expensive.
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FBI investigating Santos' alleged role in fundraiser for veteran's dying dog
A veteran has alleged that Santos helped him raise $3,000 for his dying dog through Santos' pet charity, but the veteran said he never got the money.
Hunter Biden calls for investigations in new front against GOP foes
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
Another sailor assigned to the USS George Washington dies by suicide, police say
This is the fourth sailor assigned to the USS George Washington who has died by suicide in less than a year.
Stocks rise after Fed acknowledges "disinflationary process"
"We will need substantially more evidence to be confident that inflation is on ... downward path," said Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates 0.25 percentage point
While the central bank is slowing its rate increases, Jerome Powell told investors not to expect lower rates this year.
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Conagra Brands recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
So far, no consumers have reported any illnesses as a result of the possible contamination.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
15 students in Mexico treated after taking part in tranquilizer "challenge"
Mexico's Health Department warned about the social media challenge, dubbed "the last one to fall asleep wins."
CDC tells consumers to stop using Ezricare Artificial Tears
Disease researchers are probing infections in dozens of patients in 11 states and one death linked to the use of artificial tears brand.
House to vote on ending telework
The House will vote on ending work from home for federal employees as the threat of the COVID pandemic recedes. Telework of federal workers has more than doubled since 2018. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott Macfarlane reports.
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Ukrainian ballet company uses stage as a refuge from horrors of war
The United Ukrainian Ballet company is making its U.S. debut at the Kennedy Center.
Iran couple reportedly sentenced to prison after Instagram dance video
A rights group says the pair were "violently" arrested soon after sharing the seemingly innocuous clip with their millions of Instagram followers.
U.K. hobbled by biggest labor strikes in more than a decade
An estimated 500K workers, from teachers to train drivers, are demanding better pay and work conditions amid soaring inflation exacerbated by Brexit.
15 students in Mexico treated after taking part in tranquilizer "challenge"
Mexico's Health Department warned about the social media challenge, dubbed "the last one to fall asleep wins."
Underwater volcano erupts in Vanuatu, triggering warnings
Officials said "such eruptions have the potential to create tsunami waves."
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Ukrainian ballet company makes U.S. debut
The men and women of the United Ukrainian Ballet company will make their U.S. debut in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night. For their members, the stage is a refuge from the horrors of war. Christina Ruffini has more.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees announced
A diverse group of musicians were nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday, including Cyndi Lauper, George Michael, Rage Against the Machine, Willie Nelson and Missy Elliott.
Missy Elliott, Cyndi Lauper, Sheryl Crow among new Rock Hall of Fame nominees
Over half of this year's potential inductees are nominated for the first time, including Elliott, Lauper, Crow, Willie Nelson and more.
Beyoncé announces Renaissance world tour
The star announced dozens of tour dates around the world this year. Here's what we know so far.
Ozzy Osbourne is retiring from touring, saying he's "not physically capable"
Osbourne said he never imagined his "touring days would have ended this way."
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ChatGPT is growing faster than TikTok
AI text tool is already estimated to have acquired 100 million monthly users only two months after it was launched.
GoodRx shared consumer health data with Facebook, Google, FTC says
FTC is fining GoodRx for alleged unauthorized disclosures of consumers' personal health info to Facebook, Google, others.
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
White House takes aim at Apple and Google for their app stores
Commerce Department report accuses two tech giants of operating mobile app stores that stifle competition.
These jobs are most likely to be replaced by ChatGPT and AI
New bots and other AI tools are likely to supplant people in performing certain workplace tasks, experts say.
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Investors eye water rights amid drought
As the Western megadrought continues, investors have been buying up land to secure the water rights that go along with them. Ben Tracy takes a look.
New York investors eye increasingly scarce water in the West
Investment firms are showing a growing interest in an increasingly scarce natural resource in the American West. For some, that's concerning.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Why San Diego's waves turned bright pink
San Diego's usually blue waves recently turned a bright fuchsia, and scientists are explaining why.
Archaeologists find the oldest non-royal mummy ever discovered in Egypt
The mummy of an ancient Egyptian named Hekashepes represents two remarkable firsts, but it wasn't the lead scientist's favorite discovery at Saqqara this week.
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N.Y. judge jails ex-gynecologist who abused hundreds of women
A prosecutor called Robert Hadden "a predator in a white coat." The Judge ordered him to spend the next two months in jail as he awaits sentencing.
"Dancing With Wolves" actor slated to face judge on sex abuse charges
Possible charges against Nathan Chasing Horse include sex trafficking and sexual assault of Indigenous girls. He's believed to be leader of a cult.
Texas executes man convicted in fatal 2007 shooting of Dallas officer
Wesley Ruiz received a lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the killing of Dallas Police Senior Cpl. Mark Nix.
Suspect in custody for throwing Molotov cocktail at New Jersey synagogue
Nicholas Malindretos, of Clifton, New Jersey, is facing a charge of attempted use of fire to damage and destroy a building used in interstate commerce.
Oregon torture suspect killed 2 people, police say
A man suspected of kidnapping and torturing a woman in Southern Oregon is also suspected of killing two people before he died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound during a standoff Tuesday night, authorities said. Lilia Luciano reports.
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20 years after Columbia disaster, NASA remembers crew and lessons learned
Columbia's destruction and the loss of its crew triggered a sharp change of course for America's space program.
Mars craters and cracks create image of a teddy bear
The surprise bear face spans more than 1 mile across.
Lauren Sanchez plans all-women space flight aboard Bezos' Blue Origin rocket
"He'll be cheering us all on from the sidelines," Sanchez said of Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos, who is also her boyfriend.
Rocket Lab launches first flight from Virginia's Eastern Shore
After 32 launches from Rocket Lab's New Zealand facility, the company is now set for regular flights from Virginia's Eastern Shore.
NASA gets best look yet at the "deepest, coldest ices" in space
The icy ingredients studied in a molecular cloud 500 light-years away provide a "spectral snapshot" of the origins of space bodies.
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Notable Deaths in 2023
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Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Celebrities who filed for bankruptcy
They may have famous names and big careers, but these celebs also ran into financial trouble.
Stunning photos from NASA's Artemis I moon mission
The Orion spacecraft sent back some amazing pictures from its 25-day, 1.4-million-mile journey around the moon.
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Biden, McCarthy meet to discuss debt ceiling
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met Wednesday to discuss the debt ceiling and open the door for budget cut negotiations. David Wessel, director of the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy at the Brookings Institution, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss what it would take to balance the budget and what that would do to the economy.
Revised AP African American studies curriculum released
The College Board on Wednesday released its new Advanced Placement course on African American studies. The board made revisions to the course after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he would ban it unless changes were made. Wall Street Journal reporter Doug Belkin joined CBS News to discuss the latest on the story.
GOP-led states call for end to DACA program
Nine Republican-led states have asked a federal judge in Texas to shut down the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, also known as DACA. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins John Dickerson with the latest.
Tyre Nichols remembered in Memphis funeral
Hundreds of people attended a funeral service Wednesday for Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old man who died three days after being violently arrested by Memphis police. Vice President Kamala Harris spoke during the service, while Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the eulogy. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston joined John Dickerson to discuss the emotional service.
FBI searches Biden's Delaware vacation home
Federal authorities searched President Biden's vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, on Wednesday in connection with the ongoing investigation into his handling of classified documents. According to Biden's personal attorney, no such documents were found. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined John Dickerson on "Prime Time" with more from the White House.