President Trump Nominates Brett Kavanaugh To Replace Retiring Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy
A favorite of the Republican legal establishment in Washington, Kavanaugh, 53, is a former law clerk for retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy.
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A favorite of the Republican legal establishment in Washington, Kavanaugh, 53, is a former law clerk for retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy.
Asked by reporters how many people were being considered, the president said: "Let's say it's the four people ... they're excellent, every one. You can't go wrong."
President Donald Trump has begun interviewing possible nominees for the Supreme Court seat that will become open when Justice Anthony Kennedy retires at the end of the month.
CBS News has learned that the two leading contenders are D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Brett Kavanaugh and Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Amy Coney Barrett.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump continues to consider a Supreme Court nominee.
Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy said Wednesday he is retiring, giving President Trump the chance to cement conservative control of the high court.
The 49-year-old appeals court judge from Colorado was sworn in Monday after a bruising fight that saw Republicans change the rules for approving Supreme Court picks over the fierce objection of Democrats.
The Supreme Court has issued a pair of significant but incomplete victories for supporters of gay marriage.
Justices heard arguments Wednesday in a New York City woman's case that challenges the constitutionality of the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act.
The Supreme Court justices are back in Washington, D.C., and after the stunt Chief Justice John Roberts pulled three months ago with the Obamacare ruling, I would prefer it was Diana Ross, Florence Ballard, and Mary Wilson coming into town instead.
Thomas Donlon will serve as New York City's interim police commissioner after Edward Caban's resignation takes effect Friday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul to have procedure Friday to remove a cancerous speck from her nose.
If you need over-the-counter hearing aids, the Apple AirPods Pro 2 are a viable and very affordable option.
NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban announced his resignation Thursday, less than a week after federal agents raided NYC Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle.
The Feast of San Gennaro is back for 2024 in NYC's Little Italy. See when it starts and which streets to visit.
Thomas Donlon will serve as New York City's interim police commissioner after Edward Caban's resignation takes effect Friday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul to have procedure Friday to remove a cancerous speck from her nose.
NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban announced his resignation Thursday, less than a week after federal agents raided NYC Mayor Eric Adams' inner circle.
The Feast of San Gennaro is back for 2024 in NYC's Little Italy. See when it starts and which streets to visit.
A grand jury has indicted Harvey Weinstein, prosecutors said in court Thursday. The details of the indictment were not unsealed.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Temps will top out in the low 70s, far below normal, for a fall-like feel Sunday in the Tri-State Area.
A strong cold front will a bring a taste of fall to the region Sunday.
A porch pirate disguised as an Amazon driver was caught on video stealing a package at a home in Naugatuck, Connecticut.
While there are a some rain chances over the next three days, the long Labor Day weekend will feature plenty of dry time as well.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Volunteers at the Intrepid Museum spent 9/11 feeding hungry New Yorkers.
A Haledon police officer was accidentally shot at the Passaic County Police Academy Shooting Range Tuesday, authorities said.
NYC commuters faced traffic from a Lincoln Tunnel accident, NJ Transit delays and then UNGA street closures Tuesday.
Aaron Rodgers threw a touchdown pass, but the Jets' defense got manhandled by the 49ers in a 32-19 loss on Monday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul to have procedure Friday to remove a cancerous speck from her nose.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Justin Timberlake is poised to agree to a plea deal in his DWI case in Sag Harbor, Long Island, sources tell CBS News New York.
Surveillance video shows a man exposing himself and urinating all over a Long Island family's front porch and then shouting antisemitic slurs.
Aaron Rodgers threw a touchdown pass, but the Jets' defense got manhandled by the 49ers in a 32-19 loss on Monday.
Thomas Donlon will serve as New York City's interim police commissioner after Edward Caban's resignation takes effect Friday.
Gov. Kathy Hochul to have procedure Friday to remove a cancerous speck from her nose.
A new bill aims to reveal what NYC officials knew about 9/11 toxins around ground zero, and when.
Edward Caban resigned as NYPD commissioner after federal agents raided his home. Here's a look at the top New York City officials federal agents are looking into.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump appeared together at Ground Zero just hours after Tuesday's contentious debate.
Do you feel like your seasonal allergies are sticking around longer than usual? It's not just you.
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo testified before Congress about his administration's handling of the COVID pandemic.
Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order expanding access to the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday.
Trucks will be back on New York City streets again Tuesday and Thursday to conduct additional spraying for mosquitoes.
Two people in New Jersey have died from West Nile virus this year, state health officials said Friday.
In her speech for video of the year at the 2024 VMAs, Taylor Swift talked about her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce. "Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic."
Singer Jon Bon Jovi helped bring a woman back off the ledge of a pedestrian bridge in Nashville Tuesday night, police said.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' former bandmate Dawn Richard is accusing the music mogul of years of abuse and misconduct.
Legendary R&B singer and Philadelphia native Frankie Beverly has passed away, his family announced on Instagram Wednesday.
Taylor Swift wrote that Vice President Kamala Harris "is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos."
The New York Yankees outlasted the Kansas City Royals for a victory Wednesday night.
The New York Mets scored six times in their last at-bat to beat the Toronto Blue Jays.
Heading into the Jets' second game of the season, quarterback Aaron Rodgers is in a relaxed state of mind.
Seth Lugo struck out 10 in seven innings as the Kansas City Royals beat the New York Yankees.
Chris Bassitt struck out eight against his former team and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Mets 6-2.
This New York Fashion Week, one runway features a special showcase of creations coming out of SoHarlem, Inc.
Traffic safety activists aren't backing down after a road redesign on McGuinness Boulevard in Brooklyn was simplified.
Nearly 20 years after losing her father on 9/11, a young woman in Westchester County was diagnosed with brain cancer.
Artist Ken Rush looks back at his painting of the twin towers under construction, 30 years before 9/11.
This year CCCADI in East Harlem honors Haiti as the first Black independent nation.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
As much of the northeast experiences heavy rains, parts of New York City are beginning to flood.
Thousands of people flooded Union Square on Friday for a PlayStation giveaway promoted by livestreamer Kai Cenat.
Comedian Jo Koy joins CBS New York to discuss his new tour, family and being kind to others.
Prosecutors said the indictment will remain under seal until Weinstein can appear to be arraigned. CBS News New York's Alice Gainer reports.
CBS News New York's John Elliott is calling for sunny skies and temperatures in the 80s over the next several days.
The crash in Bay Ridge on Wednesday night was caught on video and witnessed by several neighbors. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
New York City Police Commissioner Edward Caban announced his resignation Thursday. Watch the mayor's full press conference.
