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Led by Senate Majority leader Mitch McConnell, a group of Republican senators remained steadfast in their decision to block President Obama's Supreme Court nominee. But there may be some cracks in the GOP blockade facing Judge Merrick Garland. Margaret Brennan reports.
Judge Merrick Garland was nominated as the 113th Supreme Court Justice on Wednesday. President Obama decided to select the U.S. District Court judge after seeking the advice of Republicans and Democrats in Congress, constitutional scholars and advocacy groups. Jan Crawford reports.
GOP front-runner Donald Trump won big during Tuesday's primary. John Kasich also secured his first victory, in his homestate of Ohio but the billionaire holds a commanding lead in the delegate race. Is it too late for the Republican establishment to stop Trump? CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez, USA Today senior political reporter Heidi Przbyla, and republican strategist Hogan Gidley join CBSN to discuss.
President Obama has nominated Judge Merrick Garland as the nominee to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia. What do we know about Judge Garland? CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez, Democratic Strategist Lynda Tran, and senior fellow at the Cato Institute Ilya Shapiro join CBSN with more details on the president's pick.
Republicans are vowing to block President Obama's nominee for the Supreme Court despite previous support for Merrick Garland for previous court appointments. Sen. Orrin Hatch joins CBSN by phone to explain his position.
Ted Cruz told a crowd of supporters in Texas that "America has a clear choice going forward" on "Mega Tuesday." See his full speech.
Governor John Kasich picked up a big win in his home state of Ohio Tuesday and it may have kept his campaign alive. See his full remarks to supporters.
As the polls predicted, Hillary Clinton won Ohio as well as Florida and North Carolina, completing her sweep of the South in the primaries. Nancy Cordes reports on the path forward for Clinton and Bernie Sanders.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation," gives his insight into the Republican party, and what happens next for both parties after "Mega Tuesday."
On "Mega Tuesday," John Kasich finally won a primary in Ohio, where he is the sitting governor. It's a major victory for Kasich and a step in the right direction for Republicans looking to keep Donald Trump from the nomination. Major Garrett reports.
After suffering a major defeat in his home state of Florida Tuesday night, Sen. Marco Rubio dropped out of the race for president. Watch his full remarks in Miami where he says he was "proud" of the campaign but questions whether he might ever be President.
Hillary Clinton spoke to CBS News about her chances in the five states that vote tonight, including Ohio where challenger Bernie Sanders is looking for another upset. Clinton also talked about the recent uptick of violence at Donald Trump rallies and blamed his "inciteful rhetoric." CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes has the interview.
Voters in North Carolina now need to present a photo ID in order to vote. An estimated 225,000 N.C. voters don't have that. Critics call the law an effort by Republicans to snuff out minority votes. Mark Strassmann has more.
Donald Trump sure likes to talk about China, but the Chinese don't seem to care much for what he's saying. China's "Global Times" called the businessman a "racist" and joined the list of people who have compared him to Hitler. Seth Doane took to the streets of Beijing to get the local opinion on the Republican presidential front-runner.
What issues matter most to voters as they leave the polls? DeMarco Morgan has the first exit polls from Tuesday night's primaries.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation," gives his insight into the Republican party, and what happens next after "Mega Tuesday."
Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton are both likely to see success as Democrats go to the polls Tuesday night. Sanders says that with large voter turnout, his campaign can expect wins in Illinois, Missouri and Ohio. Meanwhile, if Clinton wins North Carolina and Florida, she'll complete a sweep of the South. Nancy Cordes has a report.
It could be a do-or-die Tuesday for Marco Rubio and possibly John Kasich as their home states go up for grabs. Despite trailing in the polls, Rubio and Kasich sound as optimistic as the two men they're trailing, Donald Trump and Ted Cruz. Major Garrett has more.
At an Irish luncheon Tuesday, President Obama commented on the 2016 GOP campaign, saying "We've seen actual violence and we've heard silence from too many of our leaders." The comments come as Democrats and Republicans head to the polls for primaries in five states. CBSN's political team weighed in on the president's remarks.
It's Super Tuesday part 3, and polls show Donald Trump is on his way to another good night. He's leading ahead of Sen. Marco Rubio in Florida, Rubio's homestate. Would a Trump win in Florida be Rubio's curtain call? CBS News political embed Sean Gallitz joins CBSN to discuss.
Five states are voting in today's Super Tuesday primary, with over 1,000 delegates up for grabs. Donald Trump took aim at John Kasich Tuesday, saying the Ohio governor was "nasty" in earlier debates. Can Trump secure enough delegates to effectively lock up the GOP nomination? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris, CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez, and democratic strategist Nomiki Konst join CBSN to discuss what's at stake in today's primary.
Republican front-runner Donald Trump expects to win Florida and Ohio, extending his large delegate lead even further. Anti-Trump ads featuring his comments about women and use of obscenities are flooding primary states, trying to sway voters to oppose the frontrunner. Trump's national spokesperson Katrina Pierson joins CBSN to discuss the ads and why she says they take Trump out of context.
Donald Trump's unorthodox campaign has exposed an angry strain of the American political landscape and will likely irrevocably alter the future of the Republican party. CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer joins CBSN with political analysis.
The recent violence at Donald Trump rallies is indicative of the general escalation of anger in the tone of the 2016 campaign. CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer joins CBSN to talk politics.
Former GOP Vice Presidential nominee Sarah Palin attacked protesters at a Trump rally Monday, accusing them of "petty, punk-ass, little thuggery." Palin joined the GOP frontrunner in Florida, ahead of Super Tuesday 2, despite her husband's snowmachine accident in Alaska over the weekend. Watch her full remarks.
Hundreds of people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mud flows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
As U.S. economic pressure bites, Iran touts a plan with Oman to get ships moving through the Strait of Hormuz and suggests the next move is Trump's.
The purpose of CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow this week was to warn Russia not to attack NATO member states, sources said, amid U.S. assessments that Russia could try to test NATO.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
A Florida grand jury found the DeSantis administration misappropriated $10 million in taxpayer money for political purposes.
The officer accused a Venezuelan migrant of assaulting him with a broomstick and shovel, but investigators say footage from a nearby camera helped prove that was a lie.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
A small plane carrying four people crashed into shallow waters next to a remote coastal town in Alaska on Wednesday, killing everyone on board, officials said.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
Canadian officials said the tariffs set to be imposed on more than 800 U.S. imports are "strategic" and designed to target some states.
Medical device maker said it is working to assess the scope of the attack and business interruption.
Meta agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle allegations that its social media platforms are addictive.
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
The purpose of CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow this week was to warn Russia not to attack NATO member states, people familiar with the matter said, amid U.S. assessments that Russia could try to test NATO.
Five years after the attack in Afghanistan that killed 13 service members, the Pentagon upgraded the awards of three Marines who provided care in the wake of the blast.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The rate is much higher than is seen in the general population. CTE is a brain disease linked to repeated blows to the head.
The agreements, covering issues like drug pricing, reducing the use of synthetic food dyes, and cutting back on insurance prior authorization rules, were announced with fanfare and touted as victories.
Cesar Gastelum was dressed as a food delivery worker and taking part in a social media challenge along with two friends when he was shot dead.
Hundreds of people, including many Americans, are still missing along the Nepal-China border after deadly floods and mudflows likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
The purpose of CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow this week was to warn Russia not to attack NATO member states, people familiar with the matter said, amid U.S. assessments that Russia could try to test NATO.
Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, returned to the U.K. from California on Wednesday, six years after their tumultuous departure, the BBC reports.
Singer-songwriter Alex Warren sits down with Anthony Mason to talk about his sophomore album, WILDCHILD, the loss of his parents and how songs have been the soundtrack to his emotions.
On Halloween 1985, Barry Bostwick and Richard O'Brien, stars of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," joined CBS News to mark 10 years since the cult classic's release. Tim Curry, who portrayed the film's antagonist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, died Tuesday at the age of 80.
Late country superstar Dolly Parton helped millions of children develop a love of reading through her free Imagination Library program. Hardin Engelhardt, chief learning officer at Marbles Kids Museum in Raleigh, North Carolina, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Thousands buzzed into Dollywood on Wednesday, one day after Dolly Parton's family announced her death at 80 years old. Skyler Henry has more from the theme park she built.
Tributes are pouring in from all over the country for legendary singer-songwriter Dolly Parton. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry is at Dollywood, Parton's Tennessee theme park, with more.
Artificial intelligence juggernaut Nvidia blew past Wall Street's expectations for its latest quarterly earnings report, more than doubling its profits and revenue. Wall Street Journal tech reporter Robbie Whelan joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion to settle claims that its platforms lead to addiction in kids and teens, but is not admitting any wrongdoing despite implementing new safeguards. CNET reporter Katelyn Chedraoui joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
Anticipation is building for Apple's annual iPhone launch event in September, where the company is expected to reveal its first foldable phone. Questions remain though on whether consumers will be willing to pay big bucks for this device. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta has reached a landmark legal settlement with dozens of states over claims that the social media giant intentionally designed addictive platforms that harmed the mental health of teenagers. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Cesar Gastelum was dressed as a food delivery worker and taking part in a social media challenge along with two friends when he was shot dead.
A mother was arrested for vandalism in California after smashing a school bus window to haul out her own child. Carter Evans has the story.
Heather Berlin, a neuroscientist, clinical psychologist and clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, joins "The Daily Report" to explain the difference between postpartum depression and psychosis and what it means for Lindsay Clancy's murder trial.
Closing arguments in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial are set for Thursday. Clancy admitted to killing her children but says she isn't guilty, arguing that postpartum psychosis caused her actions. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi joins with analysis.
Testimony concluded on Wednesday in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother who admitted to killing her children but pleaded not guilty, arguing she had postpartum psychosis. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul reports.
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Should you dump the corporate grind for the freedom of a side hustle—or is that itch better left unscratched? In today's episode, Jill, Mark, and special guest host Kayla Sabbagh dig into the rise of the gig economy, and maybe even make the case for corporate America. Plus, they sit down with Ben, founder of Ready Golf Club, to talk about how he's built a business on the side without blowing up his day job.
Singer-songwriter Alex Warren sits down with Anthony Mason to talk about his sophomore album, WILDCHILD, the loss of his parents and how songs have been the soundtrack to his emotions.
On Halloween 1985, Barry Bostwick and Richard O'Brien, stars of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," joined CBS News to mark 10 years since the cult classic's release. Tim Curry, who portrayed the film's antagonist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter, died Tuesday at the age of 80.
A mother was arrested for vandalism in California after smashing a school bus window to haul out her own child. Carter Evans has the story.
CBS News reporter Riley Callanan traveled to New Mexico to see Project Jupiter, one of the country's biggest hyper-scale data centers, for herself. She spoke with residents and farmers about their fears, concerns and in some cases, hopes.