Kamala Harris' patriotism messaging
Vice President Kamala Harris is messaging patriotism and channeling a focus on America first during her 2024 campaign speeches. Puck's Peter Hamby has more.
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Harris, Walz tour Georgia, slam Trump
The Harris-Walz ticket is taking a tour of Georgia, a battleground state in the 2024 election. The Democratic nominees are still slamming Project 2025 on the trail and trying to connect it to former President Donald Trump's campaign. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Inside the strategy of Harris' Georgia tour
Vice President Kamala Harris returns to the campaign trail Wednesday for the first time since last week's Democratic National Convention with a bus tour through Georgia. Tia Mitchell, Washington correspondent for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joined CBS News to discuss the reasoning behind the tour and more about the campaign.
Trump campaign rift with Arlington Cemetery
Members of the Trump campaign and officials from Arlington National Cemetery had some kind of altercation Monday, according to a report from NPR, over the use of a photographer at an event Monday. CBS News campaign reporter Allison Novelo has more.
Kamala Harris kicking off bus tour in Georgia
Vice President Kamala Harris is back on the campaign trail Wednesday, beginning a bus tour through Georgia that will end with a rally in Savannah Thursday. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle has the latest from the trail.
Voter registration surging, firm finds
New data indicates a surge in voter registrations among key voting groups for the 2024 election. The data was compared to 2020 election figures by TargetSmart, a firm that analyzes voter data. Tom Bonier, a senior adviser at TargetSmart, joins CBS News with more on the numbers.
Trump says he's reached debate agreement
Former President Donald Trump says he has reached an agreement to participate in the September 10 debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. In a post on social media, Trump said the debate will take place on ABC News and that the format will follow the same rules as the last CNN debate. CBS News has reached out to the Harris-Walz campaign, but has not yet heard back. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
More than 200 former Bush, McCain and Romney staffers endorse Harris
The alternative to Harris, the letter from more than 200 Republicans said, "is simply untenable."
Over 200 former GOP staffers endorse Harris
More than 200 Republicans who worked for former Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush, Senator John McCain and Senator Mitt Romney have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president. The group penned a letter saying, in part, democracy would be irreparably jeopardized by another Trump administration. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
Inside Trump and Harris' campaign plans
It's unclear if Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will hold their scheduled September 10 debate with open microphones becoming a sticking point this week. Regardless, both candidates are hitting the campaign trail to make their case to voters. CBS News campaign reporters Aaron Navarro and Olivia Rinaldi have more on the race for the White House.
Trump and Harris debate over debate rules
Former President Donald Trump, who is back on the campaign trail, is stoking doubts about whether he'll show up for the September presidential debate against Vice President Kamala Harris. There is also a dispute over audio during the debate and if mics should be muted when the other candidate is speaking.
RFK Jr. says he'd be on Trump transition team
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told Tucker Carlson in an interview that aired Monday he was asked to join former President Donald Trump's potential transition team if Trump wins the presidential election. CBS News campaign reporter Jake Rosen has more on that and the rest of the news from Trump's campaign.
What to know about Harris-Trump mic dispute
Former President Donald Trump is once again stoking doubts about whether he'll show up for a scheduled debate with Vice President Kamala Harris in September as the two sides offer conflicting terms and conditions about how the debate would work. At the center of that discussion is whether a candidate's mic should be muted when the other is speaking. That was the arrangement during the only debate between Trump and President Biden in late June, but the Harris campaign says they want mics to stay on through the full event. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump ramps up as Harris touts fundraising numbers
Election day is nearly ten weeks away, and the battle for the White House is heating up. Former President Donald Trump is campaigning this week in several battleground states, while Vice President Kamala Harris raises historic amounts of campaign cash. Robert Costa has details.
Harris campaign says $540 million raised
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign says it has raised $540 million since President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race and Harris announced her presidential run. CBS News' Major Garrett has more.
Harris, Trump chase union workers
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are focusing their efforts in several battleground states to court union workers who may help sway the 2024 presidential election. CBS News' Dan Klaidman has more.
Harris, Trump ABC debate expectations
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are expected to debate in September on ABC. Their campaigns are currently at odds over the use of a microphone mute button, but each candidate has more to consider before debating. Semafor's Dave Weigel and Bloomberg's Laura Davison break down what's ahead for the presidential debate.
Trump, Harris campaigns debate dispute
Former President Donald Trump's campaign is casting doubt on his ABC debate participation over a dispute with Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign on the use of a microphone mute. CBS News political director Fin Gomez reports. Also, Jeff Amy, a Georgia politics writer for the Associated Press, joins CBS News with more on the state's voting ballot.
Harris-Trump debate in question over mics
A scheduled debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is now in question due to a dispute over the muting of microphones. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
Trump back on trail, Harris back Wednesday
Donald Trump participated in a wreath-laying ceremony Monday at Arlington National Cemetery to mark three years since the bombing at Abbey Gate at the Kabul Airport in Afghanistan. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz will return to the campaign trail Wednesday to kick off their bus tour in the critical swing state of Georgia. CBS News campaign reporters Jake Rosen and Aaron Navarro have more on the race for the White House.
Trump post casts doubt on ABC debate
Former President Donald Trump sent out a post on social media Sunday night that appeared to cast doubt on his upcoming ABC debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, saying in part, "Why would I do the debate against Kamala Harris on that network?" CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Harris campaign says it's raised $540 million
Kamala Harris' campaign announced Sunday that it has raised $540 million since the vice president entered the race last month, touting a surge in donations during the Democratic National Convention as the party rallied around its new ticket. CBS News campaign reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
H.R. McMaster hopes to "inoculate" Trump from people who'd "push his buttons"
H.R. McMaster, who served as a national security adviser to Donald Trump, said foreign leaders tried to manipulate the president.
Harris and Trump seek momentum
Following a well-received DNC speech, Vice President Harris looks to build momentum as both campaigns gear up for the final stretch. CBS News' Robert Costa reports from Washington on the latest from the Harris and Trump campaigns.
Ryan: "Without question" easier to win with Harris on ballot
Democratic Rep. Pat Ryan, who represents a swing district in upstate New York, told "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that "without question" it will be easier to win reelection with Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket instead of President Biden.
DOJ faces continued backlash over limited Epstein files release
The Justice Department is facing continued backlash over its partial releases of the Epstein files, with lawmakers and survivors denouncing the limited nature of the disclosures.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis, cancels concerts due to surgery
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
The president's move angered Danish officials. Greenland is a Danish autonomous territory he's often expressed interest in obtaining.
Everytown for Gun Safety stirs controversy with move into firearms training
When the advocacy group Everytown for Gun Safety announced it would introduce a new array of firearms training classes, it caught some longtime supporters off guard.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
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Everytown for Gun Safety stirs controversy with move into firearms training
When the advocacy group Everytown for Gun Safety announced it would introduce a new array of firearms training classes, it caught some longtime supporters off guard.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
What's behind the surge in gold and silver prices?
Analysts point to rising geopolitical tensions and softer monetary policy as driving the year-end surge.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
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Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
What's behind the surge in gold and silver prices?
Analysts point to rising geopolitical tensions and softer monetary policy as driving the year-end surge.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Jim Beam to pause production at its main distillery on Jan. 1
The main distillery will be closed for site enhancements, the company said. The pause comes after whiskey production has dropped amid a challenging year.
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Trump to make announcement with Hegseth on shipbuilding
President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are speaking from the president's Florida estate.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in by Letitia James, Bernie Sanders
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in by two prominent Democrats on New Year's Day.
DOJ faces continued backlash over limited Epstein files release
The Justice Department is facing continued backlash over its partial releases of the Epstein files, with lawmakers and survivors denouncing the limited scope of the disclosures.
Trump admin says it's halting offshore wind projects over security risk
Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum said the agency is pausing leases for five offshore wind farms "due to national security concerns."
Vance tries to unify conservatives as rifts exposed at Turning Point USA
Rifts over the direction of the conservative movement emerged during Turning Point USA's conference, as speakers attacked each other by name.
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Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
Finding hope through cancer clinical trials
#LillyPartner Cancer clinical trials can offer patients access to investigational treatments that can be explored as early as the time of diagnosis. Ovarian cancer survivor Alicia Dellario and Dr. Arjun Balar, senior vice president of global clinical development at Eli Lilly and Company, join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the potential benefits of cancer clinical trials -- and clarify common misconceptions. Visit cancerclinicaltrials.lilly.com for more information. (Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company)
Details on new flu strain as cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates there have been 4.6 million flu cases across the U.S. since the season began. Dr. Amanda Kravitz, a pediatrician at Weill Cornell in New York, explains what to know about rising cases, symptoms to watch for and how to protect your family.
Flu cases surging nationwide
Flu cases are on the rise across the country with CDC data showing more than 4 million illnesses this season resulting in roughly 2,000 deaths, including two children. Dr. Benjamin Abella, chair of emergency medicine at the Mount Sinai Health System in New York City, joined CBS News to discuss.
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Banksy unveils new art in London
The elusive street artist posted two photos of an artwork on his official Instagram account amid speculation that he was behind it. An identical image appeared elsewhere.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
Bondi Beach gunmen got firearms training together, police say
The man police say killed 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach along with his father obtained firearms training with him, documents show.
Denmark summoning U.S. ambassador after Trump names special envoy to Greenland
Denmark says it will summon the U.S. ambassador after President Trump appointed a special envoy to Greenland, the Danish autonomous territory he has often expressed interest in.
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general was killed when a bomb detonated under his car in Moscow and investigators said Ukraine could be behind the attack.
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Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis, cancels concerts due to surgery
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Chris Rea, British singer of "Driving Home for Christmas," dies at 74
Chris Rea found fame in the 1980s in Britain with hits such as "Fool (If You Think It's Over)" and "Let's Dance."
Actor James Ransone, known for his role in "The Wire," dies at 46
James Ransone, the actor who played Ziggy Sobotka in the HBO series "The Wire" and appeared in many other TV shows and movies, has died.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Jolly Toyland"
To mark the Christmas season, "Sunday Morning" presents a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City, of "Jolly Toyland," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez.
Young People's Chorus of NYC: "Deck the Halls"
"Sunday Morning" gifts to its viewers a Christmas tradition: a performance by the Young People's Chorus of New York City. They present "Deck the Halls," arranged by Francisco J. Nunez and Jim Papoulis.
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Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
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.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
Want to work in AI? Here are the skills to master, economist says
Rapid emergence of AI will foster demand for new types of workers, including "explainers" and bias auditors, according to economist Robert Seamans.
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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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Former classmate on Brown shooting suspect
More details are emerging about Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly shooting at Brown University before allegedly targeting an MIT professor. CBS News Boston has more.
Lates on Epstein files released
At least a dozen files initially released by the Justice Department by the Dec. 19 deadline were removed from the website, CBS News has found. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports.
Video shows shoplifting suspect pulling gun
A video from an Ohio Walmart shows a shoplifting suspect pulling a gun on officers while being questioned in a security room. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports.
Trump targets more Venezuelan oil tankers
The Trump administration seized a second oil tanker near Venezuela and announced a third is being pursued, a U.S. official tells CBS News. This comes as lawmakers react to the Justice Department's release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Search underway for swimmer missing at Pacific Grove's Lovers Point in possible shark attack
Search efforts are underway in Pacific Grove after a swimmer went missing Sunday afternoon.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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.
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Former classmate on Brown shooting suspect
More details are emerging about Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly shooting at Brown University before allegedly targeting an MIT professor. CBS News Boston has more.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
Gold and silver prices surge
Inflation, global conflicts, and other economic factors may be contributing to the sharp rise in gold and silver prices. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has more.
Americans remain concerned on affordability
A recent CBS News poll shows how Americans are feeling about the costs of health care, food and housing. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto has more following President Trump's comments on the state of the U.S. economy.
U.S. airports and roads brace for travelers
American airports and roads are expecting an immense number of travelers for the 2025 holiday season. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports.