Right-wing influencer spreads false claim Harris wore earpiece
The baseless claim has been repeated after several presidential debates.
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Russia responds to Harris-Trump debate: "Leave our president alone"
The Kremlin says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump threw around Vladimir Putin's name too often during their debate, and "we really, really don't like this."
Michigan voters on what matters to them
Major Garrett heads to Saginaw, Dearborn and Charlotte, Michigan, to hear voters' thoughts on the issues shaping their decisions in a state pivotal on the path to the White House.
Harris campaign seeks 2nd debate, but Trump says he's "less inclined"
Tuesday's debate came after weeks of back and forth over whether the matchup would occur at all. Another debate isn't guaranteed.
North Dakota Gov. Burgum weighs in on debate
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, a Republican, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about Tuesday's debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump and how the candidates tackled the key issues.
Voters react to presidential debate
CBS News spoke to a variety of voters in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, which is a competitive swing district. The voters agreed on some topics but said the candidates should have spoken more about policy and been less on the attack. All of them feel there should be another debate to tackle issues that weren't covered Wednesday night, like veteran support and bringing down the national debt.
Here are the rules for tonight's debate between Trump and Harris
The rules have been released for the first — and possibly only — debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Tuesday.
Trump and Harris' first presidential debate is tonight. Here's what to know.
The ABC News-hosted debate is the first time Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will face off on the issues.
How to watch the first presidential debate between Harris and Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will meet in Philadelphia for their first debate.
Trump on debate: "All I do is say the truth"
Former President Donald Trump spoke with reporters in the spin room after he debated with Vice President Kamala Harris in Philadelphia on Tuesday night. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins with analysis.
Harris speaks at watch party after debate
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at a watch party Tuesday night in Pennsylvania shortly after she debated with former President Donald Trump. "Today was a good day, we've got to work tomorrow," Harris told the crowd. "We've got 56 days to go."
Josh Shapiro weighs in on Harris-Trump debate
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off in a debate Tuesday night in Pennsylvania. Josh Shapiro, the state's Democratic governor, spoke with CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell about his thoughts on how the night went.
Pennsylvania voters on Harris-Trump debate
What did voters think of Tuesday night's presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump? CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with a focus group in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to find out.
Taylor Swift endorses Harris for president
Taylor Swift said she plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris in a post to Instagram shortly after the first debate between Harris and former President Donald Trump Tuesday night. The pop star also appeared to troll the Republican ticket with a familiar moniker, signing "Childless Cat Lady" below her name.
Trump repeats false Haitian migrant claims
Former President Donald Trump falsely claimed Haitian immigrants are "eating the dogs" and pets in Springfield, Ohio, during the presidential debate Tuesday night. A city spokesperson told CBS News there have been "no credible reports or specific claims" of pets being harmed by immigrants. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has the details.
Examining Harris and Trump's paths to victory
In the 75 days since the Biden-Trump debate that reshaped the 2024 presidential campaign, polling has shown a razor-tight race. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto and Major Garrett take a closer look at the key battleground states and potential paths to victory.
ABC's presidential debate rules: What to know
Here's a closer look at the rules ABC released for the first debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris on Tuesday, and how they played a role in how the candidates prepared for the face-to-face matchup.
Debate: Harris, Trump on economy, immigration
The economy and immigration are top of mind for voters heading into Tuesday night's presidential debate. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent and Camilo Montoya-Galvez have more on how Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are addressing each issue.
When will the next presidential debate of 2024 take place?
Here's what to know about plans for the next 2024 presidential debate, when Donald Trump will face off against Kamala Harris.
How Trump, Harris will navigate debate rules
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will meet face-to-face for the first time on Tuesday night. The candidates likely readjusted their strategies after ABC released the debate rules. Kadia Goba, a politics reporter at Semafor, and Jasmine Wright, a politics reporter at NOTUS, join CBS News to discuss how the candidates may approach the debate.
What Pennsylvanians want from Harris, Trump
Tuesday night is the first, and possibly only time Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off on a debate stage. CBS Pittsburgh politics editor Jon Delano joins to discuss what Pennsylvania voters want to hear, and whether the debate could change their minds.
Could the Harris-Trump debate shift the race?
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will meet face-to-face Tuesday night for their first presidential debate. CBS News' John Dickerson and Caitlin Huey-Burns join to preview the showdown.
What to expect from Harris-Trump debate
Can former President Donald Trump stay on message at Tuesday night's debate? And what does Vice President Kamala Harris have to do to reach Pennsylvania voters? Stephanie Lai, national politics reporter for Bloomberg, and Maeve Reston, national political reporter for The Washington Post, join "America Decides" with analysis.
McCormick talks Trump ahead of debate
Pennsylvania is not only home to Tuesday night's presidential debate, but it's also the home of one of the most closely watched Senate races in the country. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns spoke with Republican candidate David McCormick about his support for former President Donald Trump and more.
Breaking down what's at stake in Tuesday's debate
Nancy Cordes and Major Garrett break down what Trump and Harris are hoping to get out of Tuesday's debate.
Trump warns U.S. "will take very strong action" if Iran hangs protesters
"We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen," President Trump said in an exclusive interview that aired Tuesday on "CBS Evening News."
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Device that may be tied to "Havana Syndrome" obtained by U.S. government
The device was purchased by the Biden administration and cost millions, two sources said.
6 Minnesota federal prosecutors resign amid Renee Good investigation pressures
At least six career prosecutors in the Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's office have resigned as the office continues to face pressure to treat the investigation of the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an ICE officer as an assault on a federal officer case.
Trump on Iran, Renee Good, Jerome Powell and his own morality
Here are the major takeaways from President Trump's interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil on Iran, Renee Good, the Federal Reserve and more.
Trump says Renee Good likely a "solid, wonderful person" under "normal circumstances"
President Trump told CBS News he believes the woman killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, was likely a "very, solid wonderful person," but her actions before she was killed were "pretty tough."
White House defends Trump after he appeared to flip off heckler
The White House defended a video that appeared to show President Trump flipping off a person who yelled at him while touring a Ford factory in Michigan on Tuesday.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
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House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Demand for high-achiever visas fuels pay-to-play market for credentials
Demand has risen for the EB-1A visa, creating a cottage industry of services for vanity awards, ghostwritten research papers and "profile building" services. USCIS is investigating potential fraud.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
Lindsey Halligan argues she should still be U.S. attorney, accuses judge of abuse of power
Judge David Novak had given Lindsey Halligan a week to explain why she is using the title of U.S. attorney after another federal judge found her appointment to the position invalid.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
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"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Saks Global, century-old high-end department store chain, files for bankruptcy
The venerable retailer is seeking protection from its creditors after its $2.65 billion purchase of Nieman Marcus failed to spark growth.
GM CEO Mary Barra on electric vehicles, tariffs and competing with China
General Motors CEO Mary Barra said the Trump administration's tariffs caused a "few-billion-dollar impact," but also praised them for "leveling the playing field."
Trump: Jerome Powell has "been a lousy Fed chairman"
President Trump brushed off a question about whether the Justice Department probe amounts to political retribution.
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House takes up next funding package ahead of shutdown deadline
The bills, which contain funding for the State and Treasury Departments, could stall if the House GOP has attendance issues or defections.
Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
Demand for high-achiever visas fuels pay-to-play market for credentials
Demand has risen for the EB-1A visa, creating a cottage industry of services for vanity awards, ghostwritten research papers and "profile building" services. USCIS is investigating potential fraud.
Lindsey Halligan argues she should still be U.S. attorney, accuses judge of abuse of power
Judge David Novak had given Lindsey Halligan a week to explain why she is using the title of U.S. attorney after another federal judge found her appointment to the position invalid.
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Wide variation found in funding for states' rural health proposals
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing MAHA initiatives.
ACA enrollment sinks sharply as coverage costs soar in 2026
Roughly 1.4 million fewer Americans have signed up for an Affordable Care Act plan as expiring tax breaks drive up premiums.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands of NYSNA members walk off their jobs at major hospitals.
RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement has picked up steam in statehouses
"Make America Healthy Again" policies driven by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have made major strides in state legislatures, with food additives among the most common targets.
"Enough": Oprah Winfrey on her weight-loss lessons
Oprah Winfrey is one of the best-known, most-admired and successful people on the planet. But for years she seemed powerless to conquer her fluctuating weight problem … until new medications, and a new attitude about her weight, gave her a breakthrough, which she describes in "Enough," a new book she has co-written with Dr. Ania Jastreboff. They talk with Jane Pauley about an individual's genetically-influenced weight range, and how to reset it. Winfrey also relates the long road she traveled since she began her TV career in Nashville, facing sexism, racism, and comments about her weight.
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Vance, Rubio meeting with Greenland and Denmark's foreign ministers
The meeting comes one day after Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said at a news conference, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark."
"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Despite Trump warning, Iran shopkeeper among many facing possible hanging
Iranian shopkeeper Erfan Soltani is among thousands of people who could face death sentences despite Trump's warning to Iran's rulers.
Japanese and South Korean leaders bang out surprise K-pop drum duet
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung says he always wanted to play the drums, so Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi surprised him after a summit, and they hit it off.
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Actor Timothy Busfield turns himself in following child sex abuse allegations
In a video provided to TMZ on Tuesday, Timothy Busfield said the allegations "are all lies."
François Arnaud on "Heated Rivalry" series
Francois Arnaud joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the popular series "Heated Rivalry," based on the "Game Changers" book series. It follows rising hockey stars Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov. What begins as a fling between two rivals turns into a yearslong journey of love, denial and self discovery. Arnaud plays Scott Hunter, a closeted gay professional hockey player in the same league who has fallen in love with a smoothie shop worker. He talks about the message in the series and how it developed into a hit show.
Scott Adams, "Dilbert" comic strip creator, dies at age 68
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
NAACP Image Awards nominations
The NAACP Image Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color in arts and entertainment. Comedian and actor Deon Cole and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson exclusively reveal some of the nominees on CBS Mornings for this year's awards.
The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir dies at 78
Bob Weir, a co-founder and guitarist for the iconic rock band the Grateful Dead, has died at 78. Anthony Mason looks back at Weir's life and music career.
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"Are You Dead," viral Chinese app, changing its name
The Chinese mobile app "Are You Dead?" which sounds an alarm if a user doesn't check in every 48 hours, says it will drop its catchy name after it drew international media attention.
Woman says AI chatbot Grok generated sexual deepfake images of her
Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Elon Musk's children, alleges Grok generated and published sexual deepfake images of her without permission.
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.
Mother speaks out over AI chatbot Grok
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is facing intense criticism, accused of allowing X users to generate sexually explicit images of real women and children. One of the alleged victims is Ashley St. Clair, the mother of one of Musk's children. She said she discovered people used Grok to generate and publish sexualized deepfake images without her permission and share them on X. Musk has not responded to a request for comment.
British regulators on Grok AI images
British regulators are investigating X for lewd AI images generated by Grok, the AI arm of Elon Musk's social platform. Michael Goodyear, an associate professor at New York Law School, joins CBS News with more.
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Fossils found in cave shed light on where our species emerged
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
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.
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Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Doctors arrested after 9 newborns die at hospital in Russia
The case has provoked anger and bewilderment from Russian politicians.
Man plotted murder to "get rid of" his wife after affair, au pair testifies
Brendan Banfield is charged with murder in the 2023 killings of Christine Banfield and Joseph Ryan at the Banfields' home in northern Virginia.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.
Kiefer Sutherland arrested over alleged altercation with LA rideshare driver
Los Angeles police said they arrested "24" actor Kiefer Sutherland after he allegedly assaulted and threatened a rideshare driver.
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ISS astronauts prepare for early return
Crew-11 is preparing for an unprecedented early return to Earth over concerns for an astronaut's medical condition aboard the International Space Station. Mike Massimino, a former NASA astronaut and engineering professor at Columbia University, joins with more.
Former astronaut on ISS crew coming home early
Four members of Crew-11 are preparing to return to Earth from the International Space Station later this week after a "medical concern" prompted NASA to cancel a scheduled spacewalk. Former astronaut Dr. Scott Parazynski joins with his reaction.
Space station changes command, setting stage for Crew 11 departure
Outgoing space station commander Mike Fincke, a member of the returning Crew 11, turned the station over to cosmonaut Sergey Kud-Sverchkov, saying the combined crew had developed deep friendships.
Astronaut says early return to Earth is "right call," but "bittersweet"
Mike Fincke thanked NASA for making crew health the agency's top priority.
NASA hopes to return Crew 11 to Earth next week over medical issue
NASA officials reported Thursday that an unidentified member of Crew 11 was dealing with "a medical situation" that would require the crew to return to Earth sooner than anticipated.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Civil Rights icon Claudette Colvin dies
Claudette Colvin was just 15 when she was arrested in 1955 for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. The Civil Rights icon and pioneer died Tuesday at the age of 86. "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King has more on her legacy.
Au pair testifies in man's murder trial
A trial is underway in northern Virginia for a man accused of plotting his wife's murder with help from his affair partner - the family's au pair. The former au pair was the first witness called to testify against Brendan Banfield. Jericka Duncan reports on the case.
Woman recalls being detained by ICE
There are now roughly 2,800 federal agents in the Twin Cities, more than double the number of local police. Patty O'Keefe said she and a friend were following ICE agents on Sunday when they were stopped, their car pepper-sprayed and their windows smashed. They were then taken to a federal detention center. Lana Zak reports.
Eye Opener: Trump on Iran protests
President Trump speaks exclusively to CBS News about Iran's deadly crackdown amid protests, Fed Chair Jerome Powell and the fatal ICE shooting. Plus, protesters clash with ICE in Minneapolis as six federal prosecutors resign amid pressure over the investigation into Renee Good's killing. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Uvalde teacher's emotional testimony in trial
Tuesday marked Day 5 in the trial of former Uvalde CISD police officer Adrian Gonzales over his response to the 2022 mass shooting at Robb Elementary. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has the latest.