2020 Daily Trail Markers: Joe Biden and ActBlue rake in big money in May
The Trump campaign has not yet announced its cash haul for May.
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Biden campaign and DNC raise more than $80 million in May
It's the most the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee has raised to date during the 2020 presidential election cycle.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Black faith leaders tackle what's next after George Floyd's death
Calls for racial equity have coincided with a public health crisis that has also illuminated racial inequities in health care.
Veepstakes: Handicapping Biden's pick for running mate
The presumptive Democratic nominee for president has already made one promise: to pick a female running mate; political observers, blue and red, discuss who is in the running.
Trump camp pumps money into TV ads, Biden zeroes in on digital
The last time Biden's campaign spent money on television ads was on March 10.
Voter registration is soaring, but impact on November is unclear
One group, Voter Participation Center, is seeing a 250% increase in online voter registration applications.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Officials warn mail-in votes could slow results
"News organizations and the public will need to adjust their expectations on when results will be announced," one Philadelphia official said, noting how long it takes to count mail-in ballots.
Biden "convinced" military would escort Trump from White House if he refused to leave
"This president is going to try to steal this election," Biden said.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Jacksonville is possible GOP convention site
Jacksonville is a new city of interest for the August convention, along with Phoenix, Savannah and Dallas.
Biden seeks running mate who's "ready to be president on day one"
The presumptive Democratic nominee said he wants someone who's comfortable raising any disagreements with him.
Biden wins Georgia and West Virginia primaries
CBS News estimates Biden has 2,106 delegates as of Tuesday night.
Biden says there's "absolutely" systemic racism in law enforcement and beyond
Presumptive Democratic nominee Joe Biden sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell for CBS News' primetime special "Justice for All."
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Long lines and voting machine problems plague Georgia elections
One Georgia county that reported long lines resulting from problems with voting machines is keeping polls open for an extra two hours Tuesday in the state's primary election.
Biden on George Floyd's death
In an exclusive interview, "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell sat down with former Vice President Joe Biden for the CBS News special, "Justice for All." Biden told O'Donnell that he and his wife talked to Floyd's family about how hard it is to grieve, especially with the whole world watching.
Trump campaign to resume rallies
The Trump campaign plans to resume rallies in the next two weeks. Meanwhile, Joe Biden's team is holding private virtual fundraisers. CBS News 2020 campaign reporters Nicole Sganga and Bo Erickson have the latest from the campaign trail.
Biden's remarks at George Floyd's funeral
In a videotaped message played at George Floyd's funeral in Houston, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden offered condolences to Floyd's family and friends and spoke about the quest for racial justice in America. Watch his remarks.
Trump and Biden on calls to "defund police"
As protesters across the country issue calls to defund the police, President Trump and Joe Biden are addressing that issue. CBS News White House correspondent Ben Tracy joins CBSN to talk about the latest.
Biden speaks on conditions for federal aid to police
The interview with former Vice President Joe Biden is a part of the CBS News "Justice for All" special airing 10 p.m. Tuesday on CBS.
The Lincoln Project slams Trump in new ads
A provocative new ad from The Lincoln Project is calling into question President Trump's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and his response to protests following the death of George Floyd in police custody. The group's co-founder and former New Hampshire GOP chair Jennifer Horn joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" to discuss.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Biden meets with George Floyd's family
"I don't support defunding the police," Biden told "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell.
Biden campaign launches effort targeting LGBTQ voters in key states
Biden's campaign is launching a new LGBTQ voter outreach initiative dubbed "Out for Biden."
How Biden is responding to protests
Former vice president Joe Biden has secured enough delegates to clinch the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. CBS News contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joins CBSN to discuss Biden's expected visit with George Floyd's family and potential endorsements from prominent Republicans.
Biden not in favor of defunding police, campaign says
Andrew Bates, a spokesman for Biden's campaign, said the former vice president "hears and shares the deep grief and frustration of those calling out for change."
Trump: strong economy will help race relations
President Trump said Friday that May's jobs report is the first step in the country's comeback from the coronavirus pandemic; and that it will help race relations. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Joseph Pinion join CBSN to discuss.
Joe Biden clinches Democratic nomination
Joe Biden has now earned enough delegates to secure the Democratic nomination for president, after Tuesday's primary elections. Democrats will vote at the party's convention in August on naming Biden their official nominee. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to discuss how he got here, and what comes next in the former vice president's campaign.
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Justice Department releases initial trove of Epstein files under new law
The Justice Department has released records from the Epstein files, the first documents to come to light under a new law. Follow live updates here.
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Motive sought after suspect in Brown shooting, MIT professor's murder found dead
The Brown University shooting suspect was found dead in a storage unit in New Hampshire. Authorities believe he is also responsible for killing an MIT professor.
Greg Biffle's wife texted "we're in trouble" before crash, her mother says
Cathy Grossu, the mother-in-law of retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, said she had seen the family a day before the fatal crash.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
How to view the Epstein files, and initial takeaways from the first documents
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
Kennedy Center adds Trump's name to building
Mr. Trump's name was added in large letters above "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" on the building's facade.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
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These AI-centric jobs could start to appear in 2026, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
More than 60,000 pages of Epstein files already released so far this year
The latest deluge of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, released by the Justice Department, adds to a huge trove of documents and photos that have already been made public.
Judge in nursing home bankruptcy case gives families fresh hope
A bankruptcy judge blocked an attempt by a nursing home chain's primary investor to shield himself from settlement payments and liability in lawsuits over allegations of poor care.
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These AI-centric jobs could start to appear in 2026, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans
Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Judge in nursing home bankruptcy case gives families fresh hope
A bankruptcy judge blocked an attempt by a nursing home chain's primary investor to shield himself from settlement payments and liability in lawsuits over allegations of poor care.
DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
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How to view the Epstein files, and initial takeaways from the first documents
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Syria, after killing of 2 soldiers and interpreter
The airstrikes on ISIS targets are being conducted in response to the killing of two U.S. Army soldiers and an civilian contractor by a lone terrorist in Palmyra, Syria.
More than 60,000 pages of Epstein files already released so far this year
The latest deluge of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, released by the Justice Department, adds to a huge trove of documents and photos that have already been made public.
Trump reaches deal with 9 major drugmakers to lower prices
Nine drug manufacturers will offer their drugs to Medicaid recipients at most-favored-nation discounts in exchange for tariff exemptions.
Kennedy Center adds Trump's name to building
Mr. Trump's name was added in large letters above "The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts" on the building's facade.
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Here's how much ACA costs would have risen this year without subsidies
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
Inside the FDA's vaccine uproar
A memo from Dr. Vinay Prasad, the head of the FDA's Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research, may signal an effort to to rewrite the rules governing the U.S. vaccine system.
Trump administration unveils proposals to cut off transgender care for minors
The proposals run counter to the recommendations of most major U.S. medical organizations.
Measles outbreaks worsen in South Carolina, Arizona and Utah
Nationally, the measles case count is nearing 2,000 for a disease that has been considered eliminated in the U.S. since 2000, a result of routine childhood vaccinations.
He made his brothers see a cardiologist. Each had advanced heart disease.
Kevin Murray was his family's health watchdog. His vigilance helped his brothers "avoid a real catastrophe."
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3 killed in knife attack in Taiwan, suspect falls to his death from store
Police said the suspect was declared dead at a hospital after jumping from the building's sixth floor, the Central News Agency reported.
Ukraine claims strike on oil tanker as Putin plays down peace prospects
Putin claims no "willingness from Ukraine" to negotiate a peace deal as he touts battlefield gains, and Kyiv claims a brazen strike on a ship far from Russia.
Australia announces gun buyback plan just days after Bondi Beach attack
Australia will use a sweeping buyback scheme to "get guns off our streets," Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Friday.
TikTok signs deal for sale of U.S. operations to American investors
TikTok's China-based parent company ByteDance must sever ties with TikTok or lose access to U.S. app stores and web-hosting services
Witkoff to meet with Kremlin envoy in Miami on U.S. peace plan for Ukraine
A U.S. official says a Kremlin envoy will travel to Florida to discuss a U.S.-proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine.
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Kiefer Sutherland recalls "extraordinary" day on set with Rob Reiner
Kiefer Sutherland recalls Rob Reiner's reaction to filming Jack Nicholson's famous scene in "A Few Good Men."
Albert Brooks remembers his "oldest friend" Rob Reiner
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
Kathy Bates says Rob Reiner "changed the course of my life" with "Misery" role
Kathy Bates rose to prominence with her Oscar-winning breakout role in Rob Reiner's adaptation of Stephen King's "Misery" in 1990.
Jelly Roll pardoned by Tennessee governor for robbery, drug convictions
Jelly Roll had said a pardon would make it easier for him to travel internationally for concert tours and to perform Christian missionary work without requiring burdensome paperwork.
Gloria Gaynor on how "I Will Survive" empowered her through a dark time
Gloria Gaynor told "CBS Mornings" her hit 1978 song gave her hope during one of the most difficult periods of her life.
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DraftKings hopes to score big with new prediction markets app
Sports betting companies face mounting competition from rapidly growing prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
Japanese woman marries AI boyfriend
People are starting to develop lasting connections with artificial technology. Melissa J. Perry, the dean of the College of Public Health at George Mason University, joins CBS News with more details.
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.
TikTok nears deal to avoid U.S. ban
TikTok has signed a deal to sell its U.S. operations to a group of investors in America, a source familiar with the deal tells CBS News. Jo Ling Kent has more.
Instacart to pay $60M in refunds over allegations it deceived customers
Instacart's "unlawful tactics" hurt shoppers and raised the cost of groceries, according to the FTC.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Lawyer for some Epstein survivors on new files
The Trump Justice Department released a sizable portion of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but not all. Yasmine Meyer, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, joins to discuss. Plus, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, provides analysis.
Early details on newly released Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday released some files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.
Justice Department releases some Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday unveiled thousands of records related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein under a new law. CBS News' Jake Rosen and Jennifer Jacobs have the latest.
CBS News combing through new Epstein files
The Justice Department has released a new batch of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman has more.
Lawmakers on Epstein files full release
Lawmakers are reacting to comments from Todd Blanche, a top Justice Department official, regarding the partial release of Epstein files despite a law mandating the full release by today. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane explains.
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Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
"Wet lava ball" exoplanet may have an atmosphere, evidence shows
Super-Earth TOI-561b is about 40 times closer to its host star than Mercury is to the sun.
NASA says Maven spacecraft that was orbiting Mars has gone silent
NASA has lost contact with a spacecraft that's been orbiting Mars for more than a decade.
Black hole spotted blasting winds at 130 million miles per hour
The European Space Agency said that the black hole inside the spiral galaxy NGC 3783 has the mass of 30 million suns.
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Lawyer for some Epstein survivors on new files
The Trump Justice Department released a sizable portion of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but not all. Yasmine Meyer, an attorney who represents some Epstein survivors, joins to discuss. Plus, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, provides analysis.
Early details on newly released Epstein files
The Justice Department on Friday released some files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports. Then, journalist Barry Levine, who has covered Epstein for years, joins with analysis.
The Sherpas of Everest | Sunday on 60 Minutes
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