Presidential contender Donald Trump says he hopes to do well in the debate but will not hire pollsters to help him prepare
Presidential contender Donald Trump says he hopes to do well in the debate but will not hire pollsters to help him prepare.
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As the race for the White House heats up, there appears to be a growing number of supporters accompanying the various stump speeches story.
As the race for the White House heats up, there appears to be a growing number of supporters accompanying the various stump speeches. The increasing pressure to gain an edge has some candidates paying actors to be "faces in the crowd." Carter Evans has the story.
Ex-Rep. Katie Hill weighs in on Matt Gaetz allegations
Gaetz wrote in his own op-ed he is "absolutely not resigning."
While attending a golf tournament at the Trump Turnberry course in Scotland, the Republican presidential candidate said he wants to restore the "bad relationships" the United States has with other nations
While attending a golf tournament at the Trump Turnberry course in Scotland, the Republican presidential candidate said he wants to restore the "bad relationships" the United States has with other nations.
Despite regularly courting controversy, polls continue to show the billionaire leading the GOP field
Despite regularly courting controversy, polls continue to show the billionaire leading the GOP field. Washington Post national political reporter Robert Costa joins CBSN with more on whether being the loudest candidate is helping Donald Trump.
Donald Trump is surging in the polls as the first GOP debate nears
Donald Trump is surging in the polls as the first GOP debate nears. CBS news senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and CBS News congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN with a discussion.
After weeks of controversial remarks, GOP primary candidate Donald Trump is still leading in the polls while other candidates like Mike Huckabee are stepping up their own attacks
After weeks of controversial remarks, GOP primary candidate Donald Trump is still leading in the polls while other candidates like Mike Huckabee are stepping up their own attacks. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris has the latest from the campaign trail.
Before Donald Trump was a presidential candidate, he was known for his high profile divorces. Now, it’s his political relationships that are blowing up and creating headaches for fellow GOP running mates
Before Donald Trump was a presidential candidate, he was known for his high profile divorces. Now, it’s his political relationships that are blowing up and creating headaches for fellow GOP running mates.
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, says passing stronger gun control legislation makes good sense. The senator says to pass federal legislation, he’ll need the support of his Republican colleagues to advocate for stronger background checks
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, says passing stronger gun control legislation makes good sense. The senator says to pass federal legislation, he’ll need the support of his Republican colleagues to advocate for stronger background checks.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry says he will not go quietly as Donald Trump divides the Republican party. Despite Trump’s recent criticism of Texan border security, Perry notes that immigration control is the federal government’s responsibility.
Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry says he will not go quietly as Donald Trump divides the Republican party. Despite Trump’s recent criticism of Texan border security, Perry notes that immigration control is the federal government’s responsibility.
With the current transportation bill expiring on July 31, Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, pushes long-term legislation to continue authorizing funding for transportation uses
With the current transportation bill expiring on July 31, Sen. Jim Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, pushes long-term legislation to continue authorizing funding for transportation uses
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry is striking back at GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump after the businessman made fun of his glasses
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry is striking back at GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump after the businessman made fun of his glasses. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris discussed the feuding politicians with CBSN.
John Dickerson, CBS News political director and moderator of “Face the Nation,” joins “CBS This Morning” from Washington
As tension builds between real estate mogul Donald Trump and his GOP rivals, some are wondering whether Trump's tone is here to stay. John Dickerson, CBS News political director and moderator of “Face the Nation,” joins “CBS This Morning” from Washington to discuss potential political fallout among the 2016 GOP candidates.
He even gave out the cell phone number of Sen. Lindsey Graham at a rally in South Carolina
Donald Trump is escalating his feud with his GOP rivals. The billionaire presidential candidate got personal Tuesday in attacks on fellow Republicans. He even gave out the cell phone number of Sen. Lindsey Graham at a rally in South Carolina. Nancy Cordes reports.
Sen. Lindsey Graham is one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination and is a close friend of Sen. John McCain
Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of Donald Trump's rivals for the Republican nomination, is a close friend of Sen. John McCain. Graham was with McCain Monday at a town hall in New York where they discussed the Iran nuclear deal. Graham, who recently retired from the Air Force reserve, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Trump's recent remarks about the former Vietnam prisoner of war and the Iran nuclear deal.
The Ohio governor will be the last Republican to enter the 2016 race to the White House
The Ohio governor will be the last Republican to enter the 2016 race to the White House
Ruth Marcus of the Washington Post, Gwen Ifill of PBS, Mark Leibovich of the New York Times Magazine, and Robert Costa of The Washington Post discuss presidential hopefuls aiming to put the “candid” back in candidate
Ruth Marcus of the Washington Post, Gwen Ifill of PBS, Mark Leibovich of the New York Times Magazine, and Robert Costa of The Washington Post discuss presidential hopefuls aiming to put the “candid” back in candidate.
Ruth Marcus of the Washington Post, Gwen Ifill of PBS, Mark Leibovich of the New York Times Magazine, and Robert Costa of The Washington Post hash out Donald Trump’s criticisms of Sen. McCain, R-Arizona, and his prisoner of war status
Ruth Marcus of the Washington Post, Gwen Ifill of PBS, Mark Leibovich of the New York Times Magazine, and Robert Costa of The Washington Post hash out Donald Trump’s criticisms of Sen. McCain, R-Arizona, and his prisoner of war status.
CBS News Analyst Frank Luntz says Trump’s recent statement on McCain may be a turning point in his fight for the Republican presidential nomination
CBS News Analyst Frank Luntz says Trump’s recent statement on McCain may be a turning point in his fight for the Republican presidential nomination.
Rod Webber, who follows several presidential candidates on the campaign trail with a message of peace, got Jeb Bush to say a prayer with him
Rod Webber, who follows several presidential candidates on the campaign trail with a message of peace, got Jeb Bush to say a prayer with him.
The three-term Wisconsin governor's conservative agenda is giving him a lead in the polls
The three-term Wisconsin governor's conservative agenda is giving him a lead in the polls. Dean Reynolds has more on Walker's attempt to win the Republican nomination.
Wisconsin governor Scott Walker is set to formally launch his campaign for the presidency, making him the 15th Republican primary candidate
Wisconsin governor Scott Walker is set to formally launch his campaign for the presidency, making him the 15th Republican primary candidate. CBSN's Contessa Brewer previews the announcement.
The union-busting Wisconsin governor with three statewide elections under his belt is about to enter the Republican race for the White House
The union-busting Wisconsin governor with three statewide elections under his belt is about to enter the Republican race for the White House
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, vows to bring his message of ending poverty to conservative states across the country. The democratic senator says President Obama failed to negotiate with Republicans
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, vows to bring his message of ending poverty to conservative states across the country. The democratic senator says President Obama failed to negotiate with Republicans.
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Twenty-five days after his official presidential announcement, Trump's comments on immigration continue to dominate Republican nomination race. Julianna Goldman reports; "Because International" is a nonprofit that has developed a new children's shoe that expands up to five sizes. Elaine Quijano has more on how these shoes are benefiting children worldwide.
Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump's order imposing 10% tariffs came just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Trump lashes out at his own Supreme Court picks over tariff ruling
President Trump said he was "ashamed of certain members of the court" after the Supreme Court struck down most of his tariffs.
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Amex laments Epstein ties as files reveal hundreds of travel bookings
American Express tells CBS News it regrets having had Jeffrey Epstein as a client, as files reveal he used the company to book travel for multiple women or girls.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
No charges for Labor secretary's husband after being banned from building
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's husband was banned from the Labor Department building after agency employees alleged he had touched them inappropriately, sources said.
Trump admin. fires top prosecutor in Eastern Virginia hours after he was hired by judges
The Trump administration fired an interim top prosecutor in Eastern Virginia almost immediately after he was hired by a panel of judges, deepening the conflict between the DOJ and the judiciary in that region.
U.S. men's hockey team beats Slovakia, will face Canada in gold medal game
The U.S. men's hockey team will face Canada on Sunday for the gold medal. The U.S. men have not won gold in the Olympics since the "Miracle on Ice" team in 1980.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
While the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration's emergency tariffs, experts said it could take years for businesses to get refunds.
Car-ramming at power substation near Las Vegas investigated as possible terrorism
The driver of the vehicle, a 23-year-old man from Albany, New York, had been reported missing and died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.
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House Speaker denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at Capitol
House Speaker Mike Johnson's office has denied a request to have the late Rev. Jesse Jackson lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to past precedent.
Court clears way for Louisiana law requiring public schools display Ten Commandments
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has cleared the way for a Louisiana law requiring poster-sized displays of the Ten Commandments in public classrooms to take effect.
Judge who held DOJ lawyer in contempt blasts handling of immigration cases
A federal judge who took the extraordinary step of holding a government lawyer in contempt of court earlier this week blasted the Justice Department for its handling of immigration cases on Friday.
Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
Will Americans get refunds after Trump's tariffs were overturned by the Supreme Court?
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Fried rice sold at Trader Joe's recalled over possible glass contamination
The recall involves 3.4 million pounds of frozen chicken fried rice products shipped to Trader Joe's locations nationwide and to retailers in Canada.
The latest GDP data isn't as bad as it looks. Here's what to know.
A simple reason explains why U.S. economic growth seemed to hit a wall in the final three months of the year.
Walmart and other big companies say tariffs are forcing them to hike prices
Large U.S. retailers say the Trump administration tariffs are forcing them to hike customer prices to offset higher costs.
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House Speaker denies request for Jesse Jackson to lie in honor at Capitol
House Speaker Mike Johnson's office has denied a request to have the late Rev. Jesse Jackson lie in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda due to past precedent.
Trump admin. fires top prosecutor in Eastern Virginia hours after he was hired by judges
The Trump administration fired an interim top prosecutor in Eastern Virginia almost immediately after he was hired by a panel of judges, deepening the conflict between the DOJ and the judiciary in that region.
Court clears way for Louisiana law requiring public schools display Ten Commandments
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has cleared the way for a Louisiana law requiring poster-sized displays of the Ten Commandments in public classrooms to take effect.
Judge who held DOJ lawyer in contempt blasts handling of immigration cases
A federal judge who took the extraordinary step of holding a government lawyer in contempt of court earlier this week blasted the Justice Department for its handling of immigration cases on Friday.
Trump imposes 10% tariffs on all countries after SCOTUS struck down earlier tariffs
President Trump signed an order that will impose 10% tariffs on imports from all countries, just hours after the Supreme Court struck down a different set of sweeping global tariffs.
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Federal tax dollars subsidize health care plans in ways you may not realize
Critics have questioned why the federal government should underwrite coverage costs for people with ACA health plans — but almost all health insurance in the U.S. comes with some federal help.
NIH's Jay Bhattacharya will also serve as acting CDC director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention hasn't had a Senate confirmed director since last summer, and that official was in the job for less than a month.
Moderna says FDA to review its flu vaccine after reversing course
With the reversal from the FDA, Moderna said it is aiming to make the vaccine available for the 2026-27 flu season.
FDA investigating Salmonella outbreak connected to moringa powder
Rosabella-brand moringa capsules could be linked to Salmonella cases in seven U.S. states, health officials said.
Measles cases at university in Florida soar to nearly 60
Twenty one states in the U.S. have confirmed cases of measles.
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Top-ranked Canadian women upset by Sweden in curling semifinals
Sweden, which has won the women's curling competition three times since curling returned to the Olympic program in 1998, beat Canada 6-3.
U.S. men's hockey team crushes Slovakia, will face Canada in gold medal game
The U.S. men's hockey team will face Canada on Sunday for the gold medal. The U.S. men have not won gold in the Olympics since the "Miracle on Ice" team in 1980.
Who's weighing in as Trump considers military strikes on Iran?
President Trump says he's considering limited strikes against Iran as negotiations over its nuclear program are underway. Here are some of the figures talking with him about the decision.
Olympic gold medalist Alysa Liu's advice for aspiring figure skaters
Alysa Liu stunned the skating world by retiring at age 16. Two years later, she returned to the ice, and now she's won gold at the Winter Olympics.
How advanced is Iran's nuclear program? Here's what we know.
President Trump is pressuring Iran to either curtail its nuclear program or face military strikes, after Iran amassed a large stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Here's what to know.
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Barry Manilow cancels more concerts amid recovery after cancer surgery
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi reveals she has cervical cancer
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
Mike White reflects on playing "Survivor"
"Survivor" returns next week for its 50th season and features fan favorite contestants, including "The White Lotus" creator Mike White. He reflects on his time on the reality competition show, saying, "everybody in my business wants the Oscar. It's like you losers like I wanna win Survivor."
"America's Next Top Model" winner describes "horrifying" docuseries allegations
"America's Next Top Model" winner Eva Marcille tells "CBS Mornings" that she "was gobsmacked" after watching behind-the-scenes moments from the reality competition show.
Hilary Duff on her return to music
Millennial icon Hilary Duff is out with new music for the first time in more than a decade. She spoke to Anthony Mason about her return to performing, the decision to open up about relationships in her music and life as a mother of four.
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Social psychologist on social media addiction
One of the catalysts for the social media addiction debate was a 2024 book called "The Anxious Generation" by social psychologist Jonathan Haidt. His new book tries to help parents and kids break free from screens. Haidt joins CBS News to discuss Mark Zuckerberg, the ongoing social media addiction trial and artificial intelligence.
Judge scolds Mark Zuckerberg's team for wearing Meta glasses to trial
A Los Angeles judge ordered Meta officials to remove their AI glasses at a trial over the impact of social media on users.
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.
Mark Zuckerberg grilled in court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand at the social media addiction trial examining whether children and teens were given access to an addictive and harmful product. CBS News' Carter Evans reports.
Zuckerberg testifies at social media trial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified Wednesday in a civil case over social media addiction allegations that skyrocketing social media use shows how people value the sites and it's not a strategy to keep users addicted. Jo Ling Kent reports.
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
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New Mexico AG reopens Epstein ranch probe
New Mexico's attorney general has reopened an investigation into activities at a ranch once owned by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee has more.
Possible act of terrorism outside Las Vegas
The FBI investigated a possible act of terrorism outside of Las Vegas on Friday. This came after a driver armed with guns and explosives attempted to ram his car into a power facility not far from the Hoover Dam. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Nancy Guthrie investigators turn to genetic genealogy. It's worked in big cases before.
Investigators in the Nancy Guthrie case have turned to genetic genealogy as they try to make the most of potential DNA evidence.
Police: Nancy Guthrie case hasn't gone cold
Investigators are combing through evidence and turning to commercial genealogy companies for DNA leads in the search for Nancy Guthrie, who was reported missing on Feb. 1. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez has the latest.
Woman went on first date, never returns home
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Cosmologist on UFO files
President Trump has ordered the release of all government documents related to aliens, UFOs and extraterrestrial life. It comes after former President Barack Obama addressed the topic earlier this week and said aliens are real, a statement which he later modified. CBS News contributor Janna Levin has more details.
NASA targets March 6 for Artemis II moonshot
A successful fueling test prompts NASA to press ahead toward a March 6 moonshot.
New NASA boss criticizes agency over Starliner
NASA's new boss blasted both Boeing and his own space agency for the botched Starliner flight that left two astronauts stuck in space for months.
NASA's new chief rebukes Boeing, space agency over problem-plagued Starliner mission
Astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams were expecting to spend eight to 10 days in space. They ended up remaining in orbit for 286 days.
Artemis II moon rocket refueled in practice countdown setting stage for historic flight
Engineers were able to fully fuel NASA's Artemis II moon rocket without any signs of leaks like the ones that derailed an earlier dress rehearsal.
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Port of Los Angeles leader on tariffs
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New Mexico AG reopens Epstein ranch probe
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Bomb cyclone threatens East Coast with more winter weather
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Man's cat sanctuary naps help rescue expand impact
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White House orders release of UFO files
President Trump directed his administration to release files on UFOs and any "alien and extraterrestrial life." Mark Strassmann has details.