Biden and Harris make debut as running mates, vowing to defeat Trump
"She's ready to do this job on day one," Biden said of his newly minted partner.
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Trump and Republicans send mixed messages on Kamala Harris
"So, I was a little surprised that he picked her," President Trump told reporters Wednesday. Vice President Pence said, "It's no surprise that he chose Senator Harris."
Rep. Fudge: "We are excited" about Harris
Representative Marcia Fudge of Ohio, a member of the Congressional Black Caucus, says she was "overwhelmed with emotion" when Senator Kamala Harris was named as Joe Biden's running mate. Fudge joins CBSN to explain why she believes Harris can help Biden win her home state this November.
Former aide on what Harris brings to ticket
Ian Sams was Kamala Harris' press secretary during her 2020 presidential run. He joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a closer look at why he believes Joe Biden couldn't have made a better choice for a running mate, and how she'll handle attacks from President Trump.
How Biden decided on Harris as his VP
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are making their first joint campaign appearance since the California Senator joined the Democratic ticket on Tuesday. CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on Harris' record, and CBS News campaign reporters Bo Erickson and Tim Perry join CBSN to break down how the selection happened.
Kamala Harris' political roots in California
Senator Kamala Harris has made history as the first woman of color on the presidential ticket for a major political party. She is also the first Californian since Ronald Reagan sought reelection in 1984. LA Times politics reporter Melanie Mason joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green to talk about the senator's Golden State roots.
Trump responds to Biden's running mate choice
President Trump says Senator Kamala Harris was his "number one draft pick" for Joe Biden's running mate. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to talk about the Trump campaign's response to Biden's announcement.
Impact of Biden's choice of Kamala Harris
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden and his running mate Senator Kamala Harris will make their first public appearance together Wednesday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN to discuss what the latest developments mean for the 2020 race.
Rep. Clyburn reveals what Biden said to him before picking Harris
Representative Jim Clyburn, who spoke to Biden the day before he made his pick, said the choice was difficult up until the final days.
Engaging with Muslim voters
Nadia Ahmad, an associate professor at Barry University School of Law and the co-founder of the Muslim Delegates and Allies Coalition, joined CBSN to discuss what Joe Biden's this choice of Kamala Harris as his running mate means for progressives and how the campaign can reach out to Muslim voters.
Rep. Clyburn on Biden's historic choice
House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn joined CBSN to discuss Joe Biden's historic choice of Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. Clyburn reveals how he advised Biden during the vetting process, and what message the Democratic ticket sends to Black voters.
Who is Kamala Harris, Joe Biden's pick for vice president?
Harris is the first Black vice presidential nominee, and is only the third woman nominated for vice president.
Trump calls Harris "nasty" and "disrespectful" to Biden
The Trump campaign is already going after Kamala Harris as a liberal who can't be trusted.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden-Harris Democratic ticket is official
"I was a little surprised that he picked her," the president said
Biden picks Harris as his running mate
California Senator Kamala Harris has been chosen as Joe Biden's running mate. Harris is the first Black woman to be chosen for a major party's ticket. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand, CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes, and CBS News political contributor Lynda Tran joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the impact on the campaign.
Obama says Biden "nailed" decision to pick Kamala Harris as VP
"When you're in the Oval Office, weighing the toughest issues, and the choice you make will affect the lives and livelihoods of the entire country — you need someone with you who's got the judgment and the character to make the right call."
Trump reacts to Biden picking Harris as VP
President Trump brought back one of his famous descriptions from the 2016 campaign, calling Democratic vice presidential candidate Kamala Harris "nasty." "She was very disrespectful to Joe Biden, and it's hard to pick somebody that's that disrespectful," the president said. Watch his remarks.
Biden chooses Harris as running mate
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has selected Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Tim Perry covered Harris's presidential campaign and joined "Red and Blue" with what voters should know about the Democratic vice presidential pick.
Wisconsin primary election underway
Voters in Wisconsin headed to the polls today in the state's primary election. This comes as presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden announced he's chosen Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. CBS News campaign reporter Adam Brewster joined "Red and Blue" to discuss how Biden's VP pick may impact Wisconsin voters come November.
Kamala Harris gets the VP nod
Senator Kamala Harris is the first woman of color to be selected for a major party's presidential ticket. CBSN anchor Elaine Quijano discusses Joe Biden and his new running mate with CBSN politics reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns; CBSN political contributors and Democratic strategists Joel Payne and Antjuan Seawright; and CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez.
Joe Biden picks Kamala Harris for VP
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden has announced Senator Kamala Harris as his running mate. CBS News correspondent Nikole Killion, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, and CBS News campaign reporter Bo Erickson joined CBSN's "Red and Blue" with what to expect from a Biden-Harris ticket.
Biden picks Kamala Harris as running mate
Joe Biden selected his former rival, Senator Kamala Harris of California, to be his running mate. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News chief congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes join "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan in this CBS News Special Report.
Top Dems praise Biden's choice of Harris
Joe Biden has selected Senator Kamala Harris as his vice-presidential running mate. Former Obama senior adviser Valerie Jarrett and Clinton 2016 campaign manager Robby Mook join "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan to discuss the Biden-Harris ticket.
The election's impact on the Supreme Court
Progressive groups are focusing on the future of the Supreme Court to help motivate Democratic voters in the 2020 election. CBS News political reporter Melissa Quinn explains how these groups are using a playbook that worked for conservatives.
Biden has spoken to his top VP choices — and a decision is imminent
Biden has interviewed his top choices either in person or remotely.
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Trump's secret plane switch took place within a day of credible missile threat
President Trump secretly moved from Air Force One to another plane within a day of U.S. and Turkish intelligence picking up on an Iranian plot to fire a missile at the jet.
Karoline Leavitt exiting as White House press secretary
President Trump said Karoline Leavitt will be leaving her role to focus on her young family.
Surrogate gives birth to baby at center of multistate legal battle
Surrogate McKenna West declined to get an abortion requested by the intended parents after the baby she was carrying was diagnosed with a severe but treatable heart defect.
2 killed when Apache helicopter from Fort Hood crashes in Salado, Texas
Two soldiers aboard an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter based out of Fort Hood were killed in a crash on Wednesday, according to local authorities and the Army.
U.S. indicts former SPLC executive for her role in alleged fraud scheme
Prosecutors have accused the SPLC of telling donors and banks the group was dismantling white supremacist and extremist groups, but instead funneling payments to confidential informants in the groups to fund "violent, racist and extremist activities."
Senators demand answers about conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
$1.04 billion Powerball jackpot won in Illinois
A single ticketholder in Illinois won a Powerball jackpot of $1.04 billion Wednesday night, the game says.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
2 killed as Apache helicopter from Fort Hood crashes in Salado, Texas
Two soldiers aboard an AH-64 Apache attack helicopter based out of Fort Hood were killed in a crash on Wednesday, according to local authorities and the Army.
U.S. indicts former SPLC executive for her role in alleged fraud scheme
Prosecutors have accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of telling donors and banks it was dismantling white supremacist and extremist groups, while funneling payments to confidential informants in the groups.
Karoline Leavitt exiting as White House press secretary
President Trump said Karoline Leavitt will be leaving her role to focus on her young family.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
How much time does AI save at work? New Census Bureau data breaks it down.
New Census data shows how much faster workers can complete tasks when they enlist artificial intelligence for help.
Here's how much Social Security's 2027 COLA could rise under new estimates
Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 is projected to be lower than previously forecast, according to new estimates.
NYC Council probes prediction markets over advertising practices
New York City lawmakers allege that four major prediction markets engage in deceptive marketing practices and target young adults.
$1.04 billion Powerball jackpot won in Illinois
A single ticketholder in Illinois won a Powerball jackpot of $1.04 billion Wednesday night, the game says.
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Democratic senators demand answers about conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
Trump's secret plane switch took place within a day of credible missile threat
President Trump secretly moved from Air Force One to another plane within a day of U.S. and Turkish intelligence picking up on an Iranian plot to fire a missile at the jet, CBS News has learned.
U.S. indicts former SPLC executive for her role in alleged fraud scheme
Prosecutors have accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of telling donors and banks it was dismantling white supremacist and extremist groups, while funneling payments to confidential informants in the groups.
Karoline Leavitt exiting as White House press secretary
President Trump said Karoline Leavitt will be leaving her role to focus on her young family.
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My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
Some seriously ill patients improve on hospice. About 1 in 16 patients enrolled in hospice care lose eligibility as a result. Here's how to get appropriate care.
Texas steps into surrogate fight with parents
California parents wanted to end a surrogate pregnancy when doctors diagnosed the baby with a severe heart defect at 20 weeks. The surrogate refused and went to Texas, where the state has now stepped in. The baby was born on Wednesday. Jason Allen reports.
Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
Certain salsas, guacamole, pico de gallo and prepared jalapeño products at Whole Foods are among the products recalled over possible salmonella risk.
Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
CBS News has been tracking a record number of measles cases and outbreaks around the country. The majority of cases are among those who haven't been vaccinated.
Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
Norah O'Donnell sat down with her own doctor, Rachel Rubin, to tackle the important topic of menopause: How your body changes, why women may be needlessly suffering, and what you can actually do about it.
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Tehran says Strait of Hormuz "under Iran's control" after Trump threat
Tehran has asserted that the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management" after President Trump said the U.S. might "keep it."
Democratic senators demand answers about conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln
Senate Democrats are demanding answers about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during the aircraft carrier's record-setting deployment.
Police seize 1,000 pounds of cocaine with stickers of soccer star
Police released a video showing the packages spilling out from the truck's false bottom, with the stickers of Norway's soccer star Erling Haaland.
Colombia earthquake death toll rises as frantic search for survivors continues
The devastation has tested Colombia's new president and his government as it scrambles to respond to the disaster and civil society as it pushes to provide aid to the most affected communities.
At least 1 dead, 172 rescued from ferry fire near Bali, Indonesia
One Indonesian teenager was killed when the vessel caught fire in rough seas.
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Becky G on her friendship with Karol G
Singer Becky G speaks with Gayle King about her tour with Karol G and the bond the two pop stars have formed. "We have a beautiful friendship," Becky G says, "one I'm really, really thankful for and one that I think throughout the years we've really earned with one another."
Behind the scenes of the movie "Tony"
Actor Dominic Sessa and renowned chef Eric Ripert talk with "CBS Mornings" about the new movie "Tony," which is loosely based on Anthony Bourdain's stories of his first experience working in a kitchen restaurant before he found fame. Sessa describes how he got involved and Ripert, who one of Bourdain's best friends, talks about his relationship with the beloved chef.
Becky G on being family's breadwinner
"CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King speaks exclusively with pop superstar Becky G about feeling the pressure of becoming her family's breadwinner at a young age.
Spotify to label music from "AI personas"
Kourtnee Jackson, senior streaming and entertainment editor at CNET, joins "The Daily Report" to give her take on Spotify's decision to label AI-generated music and block it from being recommended to users.
Graceland celebrates "Elvis Week"
"Elvis Week" kicked off at Graceland in Memphis, Tennessee, on Aug. 8 and runs until Aug. 16, marking Elvis Presley's death. Alicia Dean, the longtime marketing and promotions specialist for Elvis Presley Enterprises, joins with more.
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Google unveils new tech, centered around AI
Google is officially unveiling its latest line of Pixel phones and other new devices at its 2026 Made By Google event in New York. AI is at the center of its newest offerings. Matt Binder, a senior reporter at Mashable, joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta on trial for social media addiction suit
Tech giant Meta is being accused of designing social media platforms that violate privacy and enable social media addiction in children. Jury selection in the trial begins today. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more on the case.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Duffy on new tech for air travel safety
Top transportation officials were at Newark Airport on Tuesday for the installation of a new radar system designed to help controllers prevent runway incidents. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave spoke with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy about the new technology.
Wall Street targets $500B for AI
Nvidia scored an astounding $500 billion in financing for artificial intelligence, backed by Wall Street's top power brokers and firms. Puck founding partner and industry journalist William D. Cohan weighs in on the AI boom and data center construction.
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Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
Janna Levin, professor of physics and astronomy at Barnard College, joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse.
How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Perseid meteor shower peaks during eclipse
The Perseid meteor shower will peak during 2026's only total solar eclipse. Director of astronomy at Adler Planetarium, Dr. Geza Gyuk, explains why the eclipse is so special.
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Police seize 1,000 pounds of cocaine with stickers of soccer star
Police released a video showing the packages spilling out from the truck's false bottom, with the stickers of Norway's soccer star Erling Haaland.
Lindsay Clancy breaks down during trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial for the killings of her three children had to call multiple breaks on Wednesday as she broke down in tears during testimony about the injuries her children suffered in their deaths. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has more.
What is credit card skimming?
A form of credit card theft known as skimming is on the rise as thieves install their own card readers to steal your information and money. It's a particular threat to users of EBT cards. Carter Evans reports on how to spot them and protect yourself.
Lindsay Clancy sobs during murder trial
Lindsay Clancy had an emotional day in court on Wednesday in the trial for killing her three children. She's fighting murder charges, saying she was suffering from postpartum psychosis and overmedication. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Lindsay Clancy's counselor takes the stand
Latiesha Dukes, one of Lindsay Clancy's mental health counselors before the deaths of her three children, testified Wednesday that she did not see signs of Clancy in crisis. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
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New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
The Perseid meteor shower is the best viewing all year, according to NASA.
Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
Researchers were able to peek at the sun's scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation's Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope, located on the island of Maui in Hawaii.
SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
The impact wasn't visible to the naked eye, but photos are expected to come from a lunar satellite at a later time.
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The Helicopter Parents Have Entered the Workplace
Jill and Mark discuss the rise of "helicopter parenting" in the workplace— why mom and dad need to back off. Then, they help Marie, a caller with a newborn and a toddler, figure out how to start saving for college. They dig into whether Trump Accounts or 529s make more sense, and how to keep things fair between her children. Plus: Are young people really spending too much money on McDonald's?
New details on Trump's secret plane switch
CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi has new details on the news that President Trump and other government officials took extraordinary air security measures amid threats from Iran.
Lindsay Clancy breaks down during trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial for the killings of her three children had to call multiple breaks on Wednesday as she broke down in tears during testimony about the injuries her children suffered in their deaths. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt has more.
Total solar eclipse wows crowds in Europe
On August 12, 2026, a total solar eclipse awed onlookers throughout Europe, including in Spain and the United Kingdom. Video Producer: Martina Di Licosa
Eclipse chaser on following the events
Western Iceland and northern Spain were on the path of totality for a peak eclipse experience on Wednesday. Chris Orion, an eclipse chaser, joins CBS News to discuss from Sasamón, Spain.