Trump poll finds Biden ahead in key states
CBS News has learned internal Trump campaign polling shows Joe Biden is leading the president in several key states. That includes Florida, North Carolina and Arizona. Ed O'Keefe reports.
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Trump & Biden trade jabs in Iowa
President Trump and former Vice President Joe Biden both held rallies in Iowa on Tuesday – campaigning like it's already 2020. Elena Schneider, a national political reporter for Politico, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with the latest from the campaign trail.
DNC to announce first debate lineups
The Democratic National Committee is preparing to announce the lineups for two nights of debates June 26 and 27 in Miami. Four candidates failed to qualify. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to explain how the makeup of the two groups could impact the debates.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Klobuchar being vetted by Biden as veep
The request for information from potential running mates like Klobuchar "is underway," a senior Biden campaign aide tells CBS News.
Biden leads CBS News Battleground Tracker poll
CBS News elections and surveys director discusses the CBS News 2020 Battleground Tracker, featuring new polling from early Democratic contests.
Trump campaign fires pollsters after leak
CBS News has learned the Trump campaign fired several pollsters after internal polling numbers from his own campaign that show he's trailing potential Democratic challenger Joe Biden were leaked. President Trump called those polls "fake." The president is set to officially announce his re-election campaign on Tuesday at a campaign rally in Orlando, Florida, a state that helped propel him to victory in 2016. Weijia Jiang reports.
Trump campaign fires pollsters after leak
President Trump's reelection campaign has fired two pollsters after leaked poll numbers showed the president trailing behind Democrat Joe Biden. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more on how the president plans to officially launch his campaign.
New CBS News poll finds Biden ahead
The new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll finds Joe Biden remains the first choice of Democrats. But other candidates are finding support. Ed O'Keefe explains.
Trump campaign manager slams polling
President Trump held a kickoff rally with thousands of supporters in Orlando Tuesday night. In a speech that resembled 2016, he talked about voters' fears and slammed Democrats. A recent Quinnipiac University poll finds Democratic frontrunner Joe Biden leading Mr. Trump in Florida by nine points. It also shows the president trailing other Democrats in that state. CBS News' Major Garrett spoke exclusively with the president's campaign manager Brad Parscale who claims that polling nowadays is severely flawed.
2020 Democrats descend on South Carolina
Nearly two dozen Democratic presidential candidates are heading to South Carolina to address voters at Congressman Jim Clyburn's World Famous Fish Fry later this week. The campaign stop is key to reaching voters in the early primary state. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to discuss what to expect from the contenders.
House committee discusses reparations
For the first time in more than a decade, the House Judiciary Committee held a hearing Wednesday on reparations. The panel considered a bill to study reparations for descendants of Americans who were slaves. Eugene Scott of The Washington Post joins CBSN's Don Dahler for a breakdown.
Biden defends comments on segregationists
Former Vice President Joe Biden is under fire from rivals in the Democratic presidential race after he reminisced about working together with segregationist senators in the 1970s. The fight has suddenly brought race into the center of the campaign. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Biden's segregationist senators controversy
Ahead of Congressman Jim Clyburn's "World Famous Fish Fry" in South Carolina, former Vice President Joe Biden's comments on his past working relationship with segregationist senators is dominating the conversation among 2020 candidates. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN with the latest.
Biden criticized for remarks on segregationist senators
Joe Biden refuses to apologize for controversial remarks, in which he defended working with segregationist senators. Fellow Democrats have kept up the pressure. Ed O'Keefe reports.
South Carolina voters react to Biden controversy
Joe Biden continues to face criticism over his comments about working with segregationist senators. Voters in South Carolina are now reacting to those comments as Democrats descend on the state for Friday's "World Famous Fish Fry." Elaine Quijano joins CBSN with more on what voters are hoping candidates will address.
2020 hopefuls head to South Carolina fish fry
A weekend political gathering will bring together the largest group yet of 2020 Democratic presidential hopefuls. Twenty of the 24 candidates will campaign in South Carolina this weekend. The Democratic frontrunner, former Vice President Joe Biden, will arrive in the middle of growing scrutiny over race issues. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Marcia Fudge on Biden's remarks on segregationist lawmaker
Democratic Rep. Marcia Fudge of Ohio spoke with CBS News correspondent Major Garrett about the recent furor over Joe Biden's remarks. Biden discussed working with James Eastland, a Mississippi senator and noted segregationist.
Dems urge unity at South Carolina fish fry
Despite recent fighting within the Democratic party about comments connected to race, the candidates chose not to take aim at each other during South Carolina Rep. Jim Clyburn's famous fish fry. While frontrunner Joe Biden felt the heat in the days leading up to the event for some of his recent comments, the former VP largely stayed out of the fryer last night as fellow Democrats focused instead on defeating President Trump. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Dem candidates may seek "viral" debate moment
Washington Post national correspondent Phillip Bump joins "CBS This Morning Saturday" to discuss the upcoming 2020 debates, and President Trump's decision not to follow through on a military strike against Iran.
Biden leads CBS News poll as top Dem nominee
Democratic candidates are continuing their push in South Carolina at the state party convention and Planned Parenthood forum. According to the latest CBS News battleground tracker, Joe Biden is the top choice among South Carolina Democrats. The Democratic Presidential debates are this Wednesday and Thursday with room for just 10 of the two dozen candidates each night.
Democrats urge unity in South Carolina
As Democrats headed to South Carolina, voters defended Joe Biden after his controversial comments about working with segregationist senators in the 1970s. Biden's primary opponents largely did not criticize Biden either, as the candidates urged unity. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN to break down the latest in the 2020 race.
Biden calls Trump policies "morally bankrupt"
Former Vice President Joe Biden is accusing President Trump of using a "morally bankrupt" immigration strategy to win re-election. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Julia Manchester, a reporter for The Hill, joined CBSN to discuss the latest on the race for the White House.
Dems fight for breakout moments in debate
The 2020 presidential race is heating up ahead of part two of the first Democratic debate, which will feature former Vice President Joe Biden, Sen. Bernie Sanders and eight other candidates. Ten presidential hopefuls sparred in the first part of the debate with health care, immigration and the economy among the issues discussed. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBSN political contributor Molly Hooper joined CBSN to break it all down.
What ex-Biden staffers say about accusations
After former staffer Tara Reade accused Joe Biden of sexual assaulting her in the early 1990s, PBS NewsHour spoke to 74 former Biden staff members about the accusation and his reputation on Capitol Hill. PBS NewsHour senior political reporter Daniel Bush spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about what he found.
Harris confronts Biden
In a personal exchange, Sen. Kamala Harris confronted former Vice President Joe Biden about his comments about working with conservative lawmakers who supported segregation based on race, as well as his past stance against busing to desegregate public schools. CBSN political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright and CBSN political contributor and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez discuss the second night of the debate's strongest moment.
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Iran says obstacles remain, but acknowledges deal taking shape with U.S.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
Alleged gunman outside White House had run-ins with Secret Service, sources say
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
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Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intel says
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
Efforts to stop California chemical leak on new trajectory, officials say
More than 50,000 people in California remain evacuated due to an Orange County chemical leak that prompted Gov. Newsom to request that President Trump issue a Federal Emergency Declaration.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Iran agrees in principle to dispose of highly-enriched uranium, official says
Negotiations are "in a very good place," a senior Trump official said, but, a deal to end the Iran war likely will not be signed this weekend.
New ebola infections in Uganda as Congo surpasses 900 suspected cases
Ugandan health authorities reported two new Ebola cases, bringing the number of infections there to seven as the number of suspected cases in the Congo continued to rise.
How the "Payam Method" keeps the joy in learning piano
From improvising classical music to playing songs students like, the approach by Payam Music focuses on student enjoyment while learning piano.
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American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
Alleged gunman outside White House had run-ins with Secret Service, sources say
Sources identified the 21-year-old suspect as Nasire Best of Dundalk, Maryland, and documents obtained by CBS News show Best previously blocked a White House entry lane in June 2025.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
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What's open and closed for Memorial Day 2026?
Most retail stores will be open for business on Memorial Day, while post offices will be closed. Here's what to know.
AI is driving more job cuts and weighing on hiring, economists say
Economists say AI is reshaping the U.S. labor market by suppressing hiring even as overall job losses remain limited.
House lawmakers launch insider trading probe into Kalshi and Polymarket
Rep. James Comer is requesting information from Kalshi and Polymarket on how the prediction markets guard against insider trading.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as new Fed chair, replacing Powell
Kevin Warsh has vowed to preserve the Fed's independence over monetary policy, telling lawmakers he will never "predetermine" interest rates at the president's request.
This factor may determine whether you get rich. You don't control it.
Landing a good-paying job may not be enough to buy a home. A new study finds family wealth plays an outsized role in who becomes a homeowner.
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Vietnam vets say opposing Trump's arch is about being "loyal to the country"
"I think it's just disrespectful to those that I served with who didn't come back," a veteran suing to stop construction of the arch told CBS News.
N.J. governor requests access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is asking ICE to let her inside the Delaney Hall detention center in Newark.
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Iran's supreme leader is holed up in undisclosed location, U.S. intel says
Officials at the highest levels of the Iranian government say they don't know where Mojtaba Khamenei is and have no way to contact him directly, relying instead on a network of couriers.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council director, and Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, join Nancy Cordes.
Transcript: Sen. Chris Van Hollen on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 24, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Democrat of Maryland, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 24, 2026.
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Second Ebola treatment center set on fire in epicenter of disease's outbreak
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
The latest details on the Ebola outbreak
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
What to know about a leaking California chemical tank that may explode
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
Ebola kills 3 Red Cross workers in the Congo, organization says
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Teen's mystery illness solved: "It took 18 years to get an answer"
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
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Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave five days ago searching for gold and were trapped inside after heavy rain triggered flash flooding.
Minibus crashes into elephant, killing 3 people in Uganda national park
Three people died and four others were injured after their vehicle collided with an elephant in Murchison Falls National Park, police said on Monday.
Ebola death toll climbs in Congo as new infections confirmed in Uganda
The WHO chief says there have been 220 suspected deaths in the ongoing Ebola outbreak as Ugandan health authorities report two new Ebola infections.
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Iran says obstacles remain, but acknowledges deal taking shape with U.S.
As the Trump administration signals hope for a possible deal, Iran says obstacles linger, and "frequent changes" in U.S. positions aren't helping.
Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
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American Music Awards air tonight with star-studded performances
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Extended interview: Patti LaBelle
It's been some 50 years since Patti LaBelle first sang her hit song "Lady Marmalade." As she marks her 82nd birthday, LaBelle talks to correspondent Tracy Smith about her career and what's next.
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Patti LaBelle on being called a legend: "I have earned it"
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
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Legendary singer Patti LaBelle has been performing for six decades. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with LaBelle at her hometown of Philadelphia as she marks her 82nd birthday.
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CBS News poll finds most doubt government will ensure AI used appropriately
Amid concern about AI taking jobs, people see a range of motives by AI companies.
Ring founder on the Fire Watch feature
As thousands evacuate their homes in Southern California to flee the Sandy Fire, Ring doorbell and security cameras are helping residents and emergency crews stay informed and stay safe. Ring founder Jamie Siminoff joins CBS News to discuss the Fire Watch feature.
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.
Stanford student on how AI impacted his class
A recent opinion piece in The New York Times spotlighted the impact of artificial intelligence on the 2026 graduating class at one of the world's most prestigious universities. The author, Stanford student Theo Baker, joins to discuss.
Why Google's Gemini Spark AI agent could be a game changer
AI tools that autonomously perform tasks for users mark a major step forward from chatbots, according to tech experts.
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What we know about new UFO file release
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
Atlantic hurricane season is coming up. Here's what NOAA predicts.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
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Suspects wanted by FBI for robbing athletes' homes arrested in Chile
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Husband convicted of hiring hitman to kill NYC art dealer in Brazil
Daniel Sikkema faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison. Brent Sikkema was stabbed to death in his Rio de Janeiro townhouse in 2024.
New details on Saturday's White House shooting
The alleged gunman in Saturday's shooting at the White House had tried to gain access to the White House last year. Natalie Brand reports.
Why Kouri Richins jurors decided Utah mom was a killer
At Kouri Richins' sentencing for the murder of Eric Richins, her husband and father of their three sons, she declared her innocence to the court and to her children. But for jurors on the case, the evidence told a different story.
Possible shots heard from White House
Several shots were heard from the White House property on Saturday. Aaron Navarro reports from the location after Secret Service told him to get down immediately.
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China launches spacecraft with astronaut set to remain in space for a year
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
SpaceX launch of more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket scrubbed at last minute
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX to explore "the true nature of the universe" as it plans IPO
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
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5/24/2026: Booms, Busts and Bubbles; Sculpting Evolution; The Payam Method
First, examining lessons from the Wall Street crash of 1929. Then, a report on mouse DNA and the fight against Lyme disease. And, inside the "Payam Method" for learning piano.
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Crack in California chemical tank a positive sign, but explosion fears remain; details emerging on potential U.S.-Iran peace deal.
Living with coyotes
Once found only in parts of the West and Southwest, coyotes have dramatically expanded their range, and are now found in every state except Hawaii. Conor Knighton looks at how these animals have become part of the urban landscape in places like Chicago, and what roles they play — in history, in Native American stories, in art and in today's urban and suburban ecosystems.
New York's Trail of the Fallen
Charlie D'Agata reports on the trail just south of West Point Military Academy that honors America's fallen patriots.
Summer kicks off with gas and grocery costs up
Americans are now paying 20% more for food than four years ago. Inflation rose nearly 1% this month, mainly due to higher gas prices. Shanelle Kaul reports.