How to watch tonight's Republican presidential debate, the last before the 2024 GOP Iowa Caucus
The GOP candidates square off in their first debate of 2024 -- and final debate before the 2024 Iowa Caucus.
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Chris Christie drops out of presidential race
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced Wednesday he is suspending his 2024 presidential campaign at an event in New Hampshire. "It's clear to me tonight, that there isn't a path for me to win the nomination," he said.
Trump leading GOP field before Iowa caucuses
The GOP candidates vying to win over Iowa voters ahead of Monday's caucuses will participate in different events Wednesday. Former President Donald Trump will take part in a Fox News town hall, while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis will face off in a debate on CNN. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small is following the events from Des Moines.
Haley and Gov. DeSantis to face off in debate
Former President Donald Trump returns to the campaign trail in Iowa today, opting to bypass another debate where his two main rivals will face off. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe reports from Iowa.
Haley cuts Trump lead in New Hampshire
A new poll shows Nikki Haley has cut former President Donald Trump's lead in New Hampshire down to just seven points. In recent days, Trump has stepped up his attacks against Haley, including new ads and baseless claims online. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more on the race with just days remaining until the Iowa caucuses.
Haley, DeSantis make final push in Iowa
GOP presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have taken aim at each other as they race for second place in Iowa, where Donald Trump maintains a lead in the polls ahead of the states' caucuses on Monday. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro reports.
Florida tornadoes prompt state of emergency
Around two dozen counties in Florida remain under a tornado watch Tuesday after at least four twisters tore through the Florida Panhandle. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has the latest on the storm damage from Panama City, Florida.
Florida Republicans oust party chairman Christian Ziegler, who is accused of rape
The Republican Party of Florida ousted Chairman Christian Ziegler in a special vote on Monday as police investigate a rape accusation against him
Why week before Iowa caucuses is crucial
The first contest of 2024 is one week away. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett examines how candidates are trying to make their last pitches before the Iowa caucuses.
State of GOP field a week from Iowa caucuses
On Jan. 15, the first voters in the nation will get their say on who will represent the Republican Party in the general presidential election. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports from Iowa.
Final push to beat Trump in Iowa
The Iowa caucuses are a week away, and the Republican candidates aiming to beat former President Donald Trump are making their final push to become the choice for their party in the 2024 general elections. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos is keeping up with the campaign events in Iowa.
One week until Iowa caucuses
Donald Trump isn't back in Iowa until Wednesday, so his top opponents in the 2024 Republican presidential primary, Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley, are trying to peel away at his commanding lead with just a week remaining until the state's caucuses. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
One week until Iowa caucuses
There's just one week of campaigning left until the first votes of the 2024 GOP presidential primary season are cast in Iowa. Donald Trump holds the lead in the polls. and his opponents are making final appeals to voters. Ed O'Keefe reports from Des Moines, Iowa.
Face The Nation: Cheney, Desantis, Van Hollen
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on...Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney tells "Face the Nation" that "we have to be prepared" to defeat the former president at the ballot box, 2024 Republican presidential hopeful Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tells "Face the Nation" that if the upcoming election is about former President Trump or "religating the past elections," it will be a "really nasty election", and Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland, who recently took an official trip to the Rafah crossing between Egypt and Gaza, tells "Face the Nation" that there needs to be a "24/7 operation" getting aid into Gaza because it's a "24/7 humanitarian crisis."
Ron DeSantis says 2024 race could be "really nasty election"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is gearing up for a major test in Iowa, where he's staked his presidential ambitions.
DeSantis: 2024 will be "really nasty election" if about Trump
2024 Republican presidential hopeful Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis tells "Face the Nation" that if the upcoming election is about former President Trump or "religating the past elections," it will be a "really nasty election."
Trump, GOP embracing potential Jan. 6 pardons
Former President Donald Trump has said he is "inclined to pardon" many of the Jan. 6 defendants if he wins the presidency in 2024. Nearly three years after the Capitol riot, more Republicans are toeing Trump's line on those potential pardons. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall has more.
DeSantis, Haley sharpen Trump attacks
There are 10 days and counting until the Iowa Republican Caucus. At town halls Thursday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley ramped up criticism of former President Donald Trump. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak has more.
10 days until Iowa caucuses
We're just ten days away from the Iowa caucuses and former President Donald Trump is continuing to hold a big lead over 2024 Republican candidates. Democratic strategist Ashley Etienne and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joined CBS News to discuss the GOP race heading into Iowa's home stretch.
Florida abortion measure meets signature requirements
Attorney General Ashley Moody and other opponents are trying to keep it off the ballot
11 days until Iowa caucuses
Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley are making their final pushes in Iowa while frontrunner Donald Trump is getting some help on the campaign trail from a possible running mate, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more from the Hawkeye State.
Will Iowa be the end of DeSantis' campaign?
With just 11 days remaining until the Iowa caucuses, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is still polling well behind Donald Trump for the Republican presidential nomination. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro reports on the showing needed for DeSantis in Iowa in order for his campaign to remain viable.
Why Noem is in Iowa campaigning for Trump
On Jan. 15, Iowa voters will get their say in who will represent the Republican Party in the 2024 presidential election. South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, who has been campaigning for former President Donald Trump in the Hawkeye State, joins "America Decides" to unpack the state of the race.
Countdown to New Hampshire GOP primary
New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary is just 20 days away with Donlad Trump still leading Republican polls despite Nikki Haley's recent surge. CBS News campaign reporter Jake Rosen has more on how voters in the Granite State are feeling about their choices.
Iowa voters prepare for 2024 caucuses
Some Iowa voters are still making up their mind as Republican candidates continue to campaign in the state ahead of the 2024 caucuses. CBS News political director Fin Gomez is following the latest presidential election developments.
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U.S. races to find missing crew member as Iran war rages on
The search-and-rescue mission for a downed fighter jet crew member is ongoing as the war in the Middle East rages on.
Trump orders DHS to pay all employees despite shutdown
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
American fighter jet was downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued
U.S. officials confirmed that an F-15E fighter jet went down over Iran.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
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Senate Democrat demands that TSA lift its "shoes-on" policy, calling it a safety risk
A key senator is demanding the TSA reverse its decision to let travelers keep their shoes on while passing through airport screening, a controversial policy at the center of a classified security warning.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Judge denies DOJ request to revive Federal Reserve subpoenas
A federal judge on Friday rejected efforts by the Justice Department to revive two subpoenas it served to the Federal Reserve.
Employers added 178,000 jobs in March, blowing past forecasts
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
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Undefeated UConn upset by South Carolina in women's Final Four
UConn, on a 54-game winning streak, entered the Final Four undefeated for the ninth time in school history.
A school learned sign language to communicate with its only deaf student
New Hampshire is one of the few states in the nation that doesn't have a dedicated school for the deaf.
Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
Chicago Fed's Goolsbee says he sees inflation as risk to 2026 rate cuts
Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, said mounting inflation risks "complicates the picture" on interest rates.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
U.S. consumers are starting to feel the financial impact of the Iran war. Here's how the conflict is seeping into the economy.
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Chicago Fed's Goolsbee says he sees inflation as risk to 2026 rate cuts
Goolsbee, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, said mounting inflation risks "complicates the picture" on interest rates.
3 ways the Iran war is hitting Americans' pocketbooks
U.S. consumers are starting to feel the financial impact of the Iran war. Here's how the conflict is seeping into the economy.
3.1 million bottles of eye drops sold at Walgreens, CVS are recalled
The eye drops — sold under multiple brands — have been recalled over concerns about sterility, according to the FDA.
Employers added 178,000 jobs in March, blowing past forecasts
Hiring was much stronger than expected in March, with employers adding roughly three times the number of jobs economists predicted.
United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
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Trump orders DHS to pay all employees despite shutdown
President Trump ordered the Department of Homeland Security to find a way to pay "each and every employee" of the agency.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore: U.S. is "lurching again into another forever war"
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
23 states sue Trump over new executive order targeting mail voting
Officials from 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit seeking to block President Trump's executive order that aims to restrict mail voting.
Trump signs executive order to expand NCAA's control over college sports
The executive order is designed to increase the NCAA's control over college sports, and threatens to remove federal funding for colleges and universities that don't comply with NCAA rules.
Alito treated for dehydration after falling ill in March, Supreme Court says
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito was treated for dehydration after falling ill at an event in Philadelphia on March 20, the court's public information office said.
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HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
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
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
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.
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Pope Leo carries cross for all 14 stations during Good Friday procession
Pope Leo XIV carried a wooden cross for all of the 14 stations of the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on his first Good Friday as pontiff, marking the first time in decades that a pope carried the cross to every station.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore: U.S. is "lurching again into another forever war"
In an interview with CBS News' Ed O'Keefe, Moore said President Trump has yet to articulate what the U.S. is doing in Iran.
American fighter jet downed over Iran, 1 crew member rescued
The search for the second crew member, a weapons system officer, is continuing, two U.S. officials said.
U.S. returns Chinese drug fugitive in rare extradition, Beijing says
U.S. immigration authorities followed "clues" shared by China's narcotics control commission to repatriate the fugitive, Beijing's public security ministry said.
Transcript: Archbishop Timothy Broglio on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026
The following is the full transcript of the interview with Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services U.S.A. a portion of which will air on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on April 5, 2026. The interview was taped on April 2, 2026.
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Mumford & Sons on new music
Mumford & Sons' new record, "Prizefighter," recently debuted in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 200. The band spoke to Anthony Mason about their journey through the music industry, how they got their confidence back and the major collaborations on their new music.
Setback for Blake Lively in legal battle
A federal judge dismissed actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims in the legal battle between her and "It Ends With Us" director and her former co-star Justin Baldoni. Jericka Duncan has more.
Tiger Woods arrest video
Golf icon Tiger Woods told officers at the scene of a Florida car crash where he was arrested for DUI that he was "just talking to the president." It's unclear if Woods was referring to President Trump. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
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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
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.
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
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
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
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
How do astronauts use the bathroom?
The science and technology behind using the restroom in space continues to evolve. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave looks at the out-of-this-world facilities available to the Artemis II crew.
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From 1996: FBI arrests suspected Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI arrested Theodore Kaczynski in the Unabomber case, ending one of the longest and most intense manhunts in U.S. history. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
More on Pam Bondi's firing
President Trump's firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi is raising questions about their dynamic in the months prior. CBS News' Weijia Jiang reports.
Plot to poison man's root beer float
A mother and daughter are accused of killing a man by poisoning his root beer float. CBS News' Peter Van Sant reports.
Tiger Woods arrest video
Golf icon Tiger Woods told officers at the scene of a Florida car crash where he was arrested for DUI that he was "just talking to the president." It's unclear if Woods was referring to President Trump. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Woman charged in root beer float murder orders hit on best friend
Nearly a year after her husband Harold Allen died, Marsha Allen's Indiana home was burglarized. The burglar alleged her daughter, Ashley Jones, was behind it all.
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Moon-bound Artemis II astronauts enjoy a relaxed day in space
The Artemis II astronauts continued their long coast to the moon, capturing stunning photos along the way.
NASA shares first photos of Earth taken by Artemis II
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
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.
Artemis II launches into orbit as NASA begins historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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From 1996: FBI arrests suspected Unabomber
On April 3, 1996, the FBI arrested Theodore Kaczynski in the Unabomber case, ending one of the longest and most intense manhunts in U.S. history. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
Petraeus lauds Ukraine's "extraordinary innovation"
Former CIA Director David Petraeus spoke at the Kyiv Security Forum on Friday, praising Ukraine's military and saying it has redefined modern warfare. Petraeus sat down with CBS News international reporter Aidan Stretch to discuss further.
Previewing NCAA Final Four games
The NCAA Men's Final Four tips off on Saturday night. The first game features number three Illinois colliding with powerhouse University of Connecticut. Then, there will be a battle between the two No.1 seeds, Michigan and Arizona. Eddie Pells, national sports writer for the Associated Press, joins "The Daily Report" to preview the games.
Farm bankruptcies increasing: Politico
U.S. farmers are struggling to stay afloat as the cost to operate keeps increasing. According to new Agriculture Department data analyzed by Politico, the U.S. has lost nearly 150,000 farms in the last five years. Rachel Shin, one of the authors of that analysis, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Why March jobs report exceeded expectations
March was a good month for U.S. job growth, according to the latest report that blew away Wall Street expectations with 178,000 jobs added. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.