Dan Sullivan reacts to Trump's VP pick
Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan reacted to former President Donald Trump picking Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate, Saturday's assassination attempt on Trump and more.
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Donald Trump Jr. on VP pick JD Vance
Shortly after former President Donald Trump officially secured the GOP presidential nomination during the roll call vote at the Republican National Convention, Donald Trump Jr. explained to CBS News why he believes Ohio Sen. JD Vance is the best running mate for his father. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from the convention floor.
Political rhetoric in wake of Trump rally shooting
The Republican National Convention is unfolding as the U.S. is still processing the attempt on former President Donald Trump's life. Party leaders are calling for national unity, which would be a distinct change of tone. Major Garrett assesses the possibility of lowering the red-hot rhetoric.
How JD Vance could impact the 2024 race
Former President Donald Trump announced he's picking Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate Monday. CBS News political director Fin Gomez discusses how Vance could impact the 2024 presidential race.
How JD Vance and Trump compare on policy
Former President Donald Trump selected Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his running mate Monday. Vance is a 39-year-old first-term senator, former venture capitalist and author of the book "Hillbilly Elegy." CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins to unpack the decision.
Recapping roll call vote at RNC 2024
CBS News' Major Garrett, Caitlin Huey-Burns and Robert Costa break down what happened so far on Day 1 of the Republican National Convention, including the party officially naming former President Donald Trump and Ohio Sen. JD Vance as its 2024 presidential and vice presidential nominees.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance tapped as Trump's running mate
GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump announced in a social media post that he has selected JD Vance, a first-term senator from Ohio, as his vice presidential running mate. Ed O'Keefe and Major Garrett have more on how this former Trump critic beat out the other contenders and what he brings to the ticket.
Trump officially chosen as GOP nominee
Former President Donald Trump and fellow Republicans were all smiles in Milwaukee on Monday, a welcome change for them just days after Trump survived a harrowing assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. A boisterous roll call kicked off the RNC, cementing Trump as the party's nominee for a third straight time. Robert Costa reports.
Larry Hogan on Trump's VP pick and more
Former President Donald Trump named Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his 2024 running mate on Monday. Former Maryland Republican Gov. Larry Hogan joins "America Decides" to discuss Vance and the assassination attempt on Trump.
What to know about JD Vance
Former President Donald Trump on Monday announced Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his 2024 running mate. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns and Anthony Salvanto join "America Decides" with analysis.
Who is Sen. JD Vance, Trump's VP pick?
After weeks of speculation, former President Donald Trump selected Ohio Sen. JD Vance as his vice presidential pick on Monday. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson and New York Rep. Mike Lawler join to discuss.
Trump's VP pick JD Vance appears at RNC
Sen. JD Vance of Ohio appeared on the floor of the Republican National Convention on Monday shortly after former President Donald Trump was officially named the party's presidential nominee. Trump announced on social media during the roll call vote that Vance would be his vice presidential pick.
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On March 20, 1854, in Ripon, Wisconsin, several dozen citizens, alarmed by the prospect of slavery spreading westward, gathered in a little white schoolhouse, a meeting widely believed to be the birthplace of the Republican Party. Correspondent Mo Rocca looks at how the Grand Old Party was formed and how it was dominant in presidential politics in the years following the Civil War, until Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression.
See full RNC roll call of states vote results for the 2024 Republican nomination
Former President Donald Trump was formally nominated as the GOP's 2024 presidential nominee at the Republican National Convention during a roll call of state delegations.
2024 RNC begins on heels of assassination attempt. Here's what to know.
The four-day event kicks off on Monday, two days after former President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt.
Trump expected to announce VP pick today as RNC gets underway
Former President Donald Trump is expected to announce his pick for a vice presidential running mate on Monday, sources said.
Who's speaking at the 2024 RNC? Here's a full rundown of people on the list
Donald Trump will accept his party's nomination at the 2024 Republican National Convention this week. An array of GOP speakers will address the RNC — here's the list.
Trump to announce running mate today
Former President Donald Trump is expected to announce his 2024 running mate before Monday is over, according to sources familiar with the plans. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more on that and how the Republican National Committee is reacting to the dismissal of Trump's classified documents case.
Rep. Jason Smith on Trump shooting
Rep. Jason Smith, a Republican from Missouri and the chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, joined CBS News from the Republican National Convention to talk about the attempt made on former President Trump's life over the weekend and how it might impact the convention.
Rep. Tom Emmer on Trump shooting, RNC
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer, a Republican from Minnesota, joined CBS News to discuss the assassination attempt against Donald Trump and offered his thoughts on how the shooting will affect this week's Republican National Convention.
Inside Trump's plan for RNC after shooting
Former President Donald Trump will speak at this week's Republican National Convention just days after an assassination attempt was made against him. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
FBI: No known credible threats against RNC
In the wake of the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump, the Secret Service says there are no plans to change the security plan for the Republican National Convention, and the FBI is saying there are no known credible threats against the RNC. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
What security looks like at the RNC
The Secret Service says no changes are being made to the security plan for the Republican National Convention in the wake of the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has more on the precautions in place at the convention.
Trump arrives in Milwaukee for RNC
Former President Donald Trump is in Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention just days after an assassination attempt was made against him. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on Trump's upcoming speech at the convention and the wait for his announcement of a running mate.
Trump says he'll still attend RNC
Former President Donald Trump says he will still attend this week's Republican National Convention after the assassination attempt made against him at a rally Saturday. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on the RNC.
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Iran war's "core strategic objectives are nearing completion," Trump says
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
Trump says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly," but warns of more strikes in coming weeks
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's order to end birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court on Wednesday appeared open to invalidating President Trump's executive order that would end birthright citizenship.
Trump, GOP leaders unveil plan to end DHS shutdown
GOP leaders unveiled a plan to end DHS shutdown, mirroring a framework that the Senate pursued last week before it was quickly batted down by House Republicans.
Federal government appealing order releasing 5-year-old from immigration custody
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A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
DNC and top Democratic leaders sue Trump over mail-in voting executive order
A coalition of major Democratic groups sued the Trump administration, seeking to strike down an executive order that would exert more federal influence over mail-in voting — including by creating lists of citizens who are eligible to vote.
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DHS scraps Noem policy requiring secretary's review of all contracts above $100K
The Noem policy meant the secretary was required to personally sign off on thousands of DHS contracts.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
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"The scary scenarios are, unfortunately, extremely plausible" if the critical Persian Gulf waterway stays effectively sealed, economist Paul Krugman said.
Trump says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly," but warns of more strikes in coming weeks
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
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Americans say this is their "magic number" to retire comfortably
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Elon Musk's SpaceX files confidential initial public offering
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Hershey says it will shift back to classic Reese's recipe after backlash
Hershey said Wednesday it will use classic recipes for all Reese's products starting next year, after getting criticism for changing the popular treats.
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DNC and top Democratic leaders sue Trump over mail-in voting executive order
A coalition of major Democratic groups sued the Trump administration, seeking to strike down an executive order that would exert more federal influence over mail-in voting — including by creating lists of citizens who are eligible to vote.
Trump admin. lifts sanctions on Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's acting president
The Trump administration has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, according to the Treasury Department, as the U.S. seeks to rebuild ties with the Venezuelan government.
Federal government appealing order releasing 5-year-old from immigration custody
The federal government may try to send 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos back to detention.
State Department overhauls Foreign Service Officer Test
The State Department announced Wednesday that it is modifying the Foreign Service Officer Test to reflect the foreign policy goals of the Trump administration.
Trump says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly," but warns of more strikes in coming weeks
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
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FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
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States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
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Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes off Indonesia's coast, killing 1 person
Indonesia, a vast archipelago of more than 280 million people, sits on major seismic faults and is frequently hit by earthquakes.
Trump admin. lifts sanctions on Delcy Rodriguez, Venezuela's acting president
The Trump administration has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez, according to the Treasury Department, as the U.S. seeks to rebuild ties with the Venezuelan government.
Trump says Iran war will wrap up "very shortly," but warns of more strikes in coming weeks
President Trump predicted in a prime-time address that the U.S. will complete its military mission in Iran "very shortly," and said U.S. forces have achieved "overwhelming victories," but he did not offer a definitive timeline.
Trump says he may withdraw U.S. from NATO. The law says he can't without Congress.
President Trump says he's considering withdrawing the U.S. from NATO, following years of complaining about the alliance.
Activist ship's collision with krill trawler called "deliberate attack"
A video shows the moment when the M/V Bandero, operated by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, steams toward the stern of the fishing vessel.
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Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement
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Sharon Stone talks new season of "Euphoria"
Sharon Stone reflected on her legendary career as she discussed joining the cast of "Euphoria," working with the show's creator, Sam Levinson, and how she has advocated for women in the entertainment industry.
Taylor Swift sued for trademark infringement over "The Life of a Showgirl"
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
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What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
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How do astronauts use the bathroom?
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Ted Bundy's DNA linked to death of Utah teen in 1974, sheriff's office says
Bundy's full DNA profiled was entered into the FBI's national database, giving investigators a shot at solving potential cases linked to Bundy.
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Artemis II launches into orbit as NASA begins historic moon mission
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President Trump addressed the nation about the Iran war Wednesday night, saying that the U.S. would complete its mission there "very shortly." CBS News' Ed O'Keefe remarks on the president's remarks and J.D. Simkins, editor-in-chief of the Military Times and Defense News, joins with analysis.
FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
Special Report: Trump addresses nation on Iran
President Trump addressed the nation Wednesday night about the Iran war. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.
Trump addresses U.S. on Iran war
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