Read Biden's letter announcing his withdrawal from the presidential race
President Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race in a letter addressing the American people. Read it here.
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Coons gets emotional speaking about Biden
Sen. Chris Coons, who serves President Biden's home state of Delaware, got choked up while speaking about the president's connection to the state. Coons called Biden, "The greatest Delawarian in our history."
Sen. Chris Coons on Biden's legacy
Sen. Chris Coons, from President Biden's home state of Delaware, joined CBS News to react to President Biden's historic decision to end his reelection campaign.
Who could be Kamala Harris' running mate?
Potential running mates for Kamala Harris are already popping up after President Biden announced he would end his reelection bid and throw his support behind his vice president. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell, Ed O'Keefe, Robert Costa and Margaret Brennan have more.
Road forward for Kamala Harris, Democrats
President Biden announced Sunday he's ending his 2024 reelection run and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the White House. CBS News' Robert Costa, Ed O'Keefe and Margaret Brennan have more on what the road ahead looks like for Harris and Democrats.
No Democratic challengers expected for Harris
President Biden has announced he's ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. CBS News' Margaret Brennan, Robert Costa, Willie James Inman and Nancy Cordes have more on the decision and the idea that Harris could face challengers from within her party.
What Biden's withdrawal does to 2024 race
President Biden has announced he will end his reelection bid, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's nominee to go against former President Donald Trump in November. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes have more on what this does to the presidential race.
Will Democrats get behind Kamala Harris?
President Biden is ending his reelection campaign and has thrown his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris, endorsing her for the Democratic Party's presidential nomination. CBS News political contributor Joel Payne has more on that.
What led to Biden dropping out of 2024 race
President Biden made a historic announcement Sunday, deciding to end his reelection campaign and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Willie James Inman along with BET anchor Ed Gordon, who interviewed Biden this past week, discuss the president's decision.
Biden dropping out of 2024 presidential race
President Biden announced Sunday that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's nominee. Kristine Johnson anchored a CBS News Special Report.
Biden endorses Kamala Harris for president
President Biden announced Sunday that he's ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic Party's nominee. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe have more on that.
Richmond: Biden "has heard" Democrats concerned
Cedric Richmond, the co-chair of President Biden's reelection campaign, tells "Face the Nation" that the president "has heard those concerns" of prominent Democrats and lawmakers who have called on him to drop out of the 2024 race, but "he's made a decision" to stay in the race. "I think that there are those out there that need to hear it again, that he made a decision, he's going to be the candidate, he's going to be the next president," Richmond added.
Hill: RNC rhetoric shows U.S. is same as populist movement
Former National Security Council official Fiona Hill tells "Face the Nation" that the rhetoric at the Republican National Convention "projects to the rest of the world that the United States is no different from any other country where you're getting a populist leader emerging," while author Robert Kagan says what Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance is offering is " not new" but rather "to the fundamental principles that the founders established.
Manchin says Biden should drop 2024 bid and "leave with a legacy unmatched"
Sen. Joe Manchin on Sunday joined a growing pool of lawmakers calling on President Biden to end his reelection campaign.
Turner: If Trump had been killed, Secret Service "would be culpable"
Rep. Mike Turner repeated his calls for Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle to resign, telling "Face the Nation" that if former President Donald Trump had been killed in the rally shooting, the Secret Service "would be culpable." "Every aspect of their failure leads right to giving an opportunity to shoot Donald Trump," Turner said.
Manchin calls on Biden to drop out of 2024 race
Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, a longtime Democrat recently turned independent, tells "Face the Nation" that President Biden should step aside in the 2024 race. "I'm just very hopeful that this torch is passed to a new generation to allow President Biden be the president I know he is and can be," Manchin said.
Open: "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan"
This week on "Face the Nation," as Americans take stock of the tumultuous political moment they are living through, Margaret Brennan speaks to key Democrats Sen. Joe Manchin and Rep. Dean Phillips, who both joined the growing chorus of Democratic lawmakers calling on President Biden to step aside in the 2024 race. Plus, Biden campaign co-chair Cedric Richmond joins, along with House Intelligence Committee chairman Rep. Mike Turner.
Here are the Democratic lawmakers calling for Biden to step aside in the 2024 race
President Biden has been working to address concerns, especially among Democrats in Congress, about his ability to serve another term after his poor debate performance.
An unconventional week in presidential politics
The real impact of the Republican National Convention - where wrestling stars and former critics came to honor former President Donald Trump - is up for debate. At the same time, President Joe Biden continued to resist calls from some Democrats and donors to drop out.
Pressure for Biden to exit the race rises
President Joe Biden remains in his Delaware home recovering from COVID-19 as a growing number of congressional Democrats call for him to exit the presidential race. Pressure is also coming from top donors as polls show a growing number of voters believe the president should end his campaign.
DNC backs virtual roll call vote for Biden as outside groups educate delegates
The virtual ballot will show Biden "as the presumptive and only qualified nominee," but there's an option for delegates to mark their own preference, as there was in 2020.
More Democrats join wave of lawmakers calling on Biden to drop out
More than two dozen House Democrats and four senators have now called on President Biden to end his reelection bid.
Security concerns after Trump rally shooting
Nearly a week after the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, federal authorities still don't have a motive for the shooting. Earlier this week, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security released an updated security bulletin outlining threats they are monitoring ahead of the November election. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
U.S. vows to push for Gershkovich's release
A Russian court sentenced Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in prison on espionage charges Friday. President Biden has vowed to "push hard" for his release. Washington Post Russia reporter Mary Ilyushina has the latest.
Biden defiant as calls grow for him to step aside
A growing number of Democratic lawmakers called for President Biden to step aside Friday, even as his campaign insists he isn't going anywhere. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.
Trump refuses to apologize for racist video
President Trump refused to apologize after sharing a racist video on Truth Social and then later taking it down. Willie James Inman has more.