Haley-DeSantis feud playing out in Iowa
While former President Donald Trump holds a commanding lead in Iowa, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis find themselves in a war of words. CBS News campaign reporters Nidia Cavazos and Aaron Navarro have more.
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Poll: Haley gains on Trump in key state
Former President Donald Trump leads the Republican field in New Hampshire, but only 36% of GOP voters there describe him as likable, according to a CBS News poll. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "America Decides" to break down the findings.
Florida Republican Party suspends chairman and demands his resignation amid rape investigation
The Republican Party of Florida has suspended Chairman Christian Ziegler and is demanding his resignation as police investigate a rape allegation against him.
CBS News poll: Haley gains on Trump's lead in N.H.
While former President Donald Trump still dominates the 2024 field in Iowa, former U.N. ambassador Nikki Haley is making gains in New Hampshire, a new CBS News poll of Republican voters in Iowa and New Hampshire finds. Anthony Salvanto joins "Face the Nation" to dig deeper into the poll.
Jeff Roe, main strategist for DeSantis super PAC, resigns
Roe is a seasoned GOP operative who was the architect of the super PAC's ground game operation in Iowa.
Nikki Haley to debate Ron DeSantis in Iowa
Nikki Haley has agreed to participate in a debate with Ron DeSantis in Iowa. Both 2024 Republican presidential candidates aim to become the alternative to former president Donald Trump, the current GOP front-runner. CBS News political director Fin Gomez looks ahead to the debate as the Iowa caucuses near.
GOP candidates gear up for Iowa caucus
Former President Donald Trump extended his considerable lead in Iowa this week, according to a new poll. The state is holding the first Republican caucus in just one month. CBS News politics reporter Zak Hudak has the latest analysis.
Political strategists on immigration, Ukraine
The Senate is set to return to work Monday to continue negotiations on aid for Ukraine and a border security deal. Democratic strategist Joel Payne and Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez joined CBS News to discuss the politics surrounding any potential deal, as well as the race for the GOP presidential nomination, so far dominated by former President Donald Trump.
DeSantis predicts Trump won't accept results in Iowa, New Hampshire if he loses
Trump is the front-runner for the Republican nomination.
DeSantis downplays Sununu's Haley endorsement
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is dismissing New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu's endorsement of former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley for the 2024 presidential elections. CBS News political reporter Taurean Small reports from Des Moines, Iowa.
Where Iowa voters stand ahead of caucuses
The clock is ticking for Republican presidential candidates in Iowa with nearly a month left until the caucuses. CBS News campaign reporters Olivia Rinaldi and Taurean Small join "America Decides" from the Hawkeye State to share where voters stand on the race.
New Hampshire governor endorses Haley
Despite some serious legal problems, Donald Trump maintains a massive lead in the Republican presidential primary race. One of the former president's top challengers, Nikki Haley, scored the endorsement of New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu Tuesday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa breaks down how that endorsement may affect the race.
New Hampshire governor to endorse Nikki Haley
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu is expected to endorse Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley, sources tell CBS News. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos is following the latest in the 2024 presidential race.
DeSantis passes Haley, but still behind Trump
Donald Trump's support in Iowa is growing, according to a new poll from the Des Moines Register. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins to explain why the former president's opponents are struggling to gain traction with one month left until the caucuses.
DeSantis in Iowa as Haley gains steam
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is campaigning in Iowa in the hopes of maintaining his narrowing lead ahead of former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley as a potential alternative in the Republican presidential primary race to former President Donald Trump, the front-runner. CBS News campaign reporter Taurean Small looks at the latest from Iowa ahead of the January caucuses.
Trump holds overwhelming lead in Iowa polling
Former President Donald Trump opted not to testify as scheduled in his New York civil fraud trial on Monday. The last-minute decision came as a new Des Moines Register poll showed Trump far ahead of other Republican candidates in Iowa. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins "America Decides" to discuss.
GOP showing no signs of leaving Trump
Five weeks out from the 2024 Iowa caucuses, Donald Trump's lead is growing in the state. According to the latest Des Moines Register poll, the former president has surpassed 50% support among likely Republican caucus goers in the Hawkeye State, leading both Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley by double digits. CBS News campaign reporters Aaron Navarro and Nidia Cavazos have the latest on the race.
GOP presidential candidates weigh in on January debate participation
More Republican presidential debates will be held next month, but it's not clear which major candidates will be appearing.
Did Trump lose steam after skipping debate?
Former President Donald Trump did not participate in the fourth GOP presidential debate in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, as his opponents continue to compete for attention and seek to close the gap separating them from the Republican front-runner. CBS News political director Fin Gomez is tracking the latest in the race for the White House.
Where the 2024 GOP presidential candidates stand on Israel, Ukraine funding
Among the most pressing questions for the 2024 presidential candidates are those about how they'd handle the conflicts between Israel and Hamas and between Ukraine and Russia.
GOP candidates prepare for Alabama Debate
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy will take the debate stage in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, to debate one last time before the Iowa caucus. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa looks ahead to the fourth GOP 2024 presidential debate.
Assessing the GOP field ahead of 4th debate
Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy are set to square off in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Wednesday night at the fourth Republican debate. Political advisers Ashley Etienne and Matt Gorman join "America Decides" to discuss what to expect.
Haley campaign on "establishment" attacks
2024 Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley has seen a rise in polling numbers and a flurry of endorsements. This comes as her competition looks to paint her as the "establishment candidate." Haley campaign spokesperson Olivia Perez-Cubas joins "America Decides" to respond to the attacks.
Republicans to face off in 4th primary debate
Four GOP presidential hopefuls, Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis, Vivek Ramaswamy and Chris Christie, will take the stage in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, on Wednesday, as the GOP frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, holds a commanding lead in the polls. CBS News' Robert Costa reports.
4 candidates in 4th Republican debate tonight
Republican presidential primary frontrunner Donald Trump will again be absent as Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Chris Christie and Vivek Ramaswamy square off in the fourth GOP primary debate Wednesday night. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more.
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Iran-backed Houthis tighten grip on key oil shipping lane
The moves by the Houthis make it easier for the Iran-backed rebels to target ships transiting the crucial Bab el-Mandeb Strait for Saudi Arabian oil exports.
Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland as he kicks off visit
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
Anthropic CEO calls for slowdown of AI development amid safety concerns
In a blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei cautioned that swarms of rogue AI agents could take over the internet in as little as six months.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
CIA declassifies dozens of never-before-seen 9/11 documents
The CIA released 71 reports from the months and years leading up to 9/11, providing a new look at what the spy agency told two presidents before the deadly strikes.
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The USS George Washington, with its approximately 5,000 personnel, fighter jets and munitions, is the backbone of the U.S. military's tactical operation in the Iran war.
El Niño creates record-low Atlantic hurricane season
An El Niño pattern occurs every two to seven years.
President Trump's childhood home sells after renovation
The president lived at the Tudor-style Queens estate until age 4.
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Navy sailor appeared on stage at partisan GOP convention
A Navy sailor who was still on active duty as of this week appeared at the Republican midterm convention on Thursday.
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Ross Fire still burning, with over 90,000 acres scorched
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
U.S. women beat Spain 76-66 to reach the FIBA World Cup final against France
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and Kahleah Copper added 13 to help the U.S. beat Spain 76-66, advancing to the championship game of the women's FIBA World Cup.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
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President Trump's childhood home sells after renovation
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Anthropic CEO calls for slowdown of AI development amid safety concerns
In a blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei cautioned that swarms of rogue AI agents could take over the internet in as little as six months.
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Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
See how your income tax bracket could change for 2027
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How lower-paid workers are getting their biggest pay raise in years
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Fed rate hike likelihood jumps to nearly 90% after hotter CPI report
Investors believe the Fed will raise borrowing costs as it works to tame inflation, which has risen a full percentage point since the Iran war started.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
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Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
President Trump's childhood home sells after renovation
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Gen. Dan Caine reflects on responding to 9/11: "No doubt" nation was at war
Now the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Dan Caine was a young fighter pilot mobilized in the response on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Strange symptom and a "weird" referral led to surprise Stage 4 cancer diagnosis
Kate Ping thought she was just stressed out. A nurse practitioner's surprising recommendation led to a shocking diagnosis.
Trump admin. to send $500 checks to nearly 1 million ACA enrollees
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Record-setting cyclospora outbreak is over, U.S. health officials say
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there is no longer a risk of people getting sick with cyclosporiasis from this outbreak and is confident that all related iceberg lettuce is off the market.
Coroner releases details on 2 infant deaths in Pennsylvania measles outbreak
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How donating blood could reveal clues about your own health
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Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
Train derailment in France injures 44, police suspect sabotage
The regional train was carrying 186 passengers from Rouen to Caen when it derailed Friday evening in Cleon.
Trump says he would "love" a unified Ireland as he kicks off visit
President Trump's visit to Ireland mixes official talks with Irish leaders and attendance at the Irish Open at a golf course that the president owns.
Suspects in $6 million romance scam targeting women extradited to U.S.
The men, who were arrested in the South African city of Cape Town in 2021, are set to be handed over to officials from the FBI.
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President Trump's trip to Ireland, the artist who sketched Ground Zero, a travel expert's top honeymoon destinations and much more.
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "Fast As I Can Crawl"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "Fast As I Can Crawl."
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "When Love Tries To Hurt You"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "When Love Tries To Hurt You."
Jason Scott & The High Heat play "Too Good, Too Bad"
Hailing from Oklahoma City, roots-driven country band Jason Scott & The High Heat is on the rise. Headliner Jason Scott spent years training as a preacher until he experienced a crisis of faith, an experience that shaped his songwriting. The band's upcoming album "Playboy" captures their electrifying sound. Here's Jason Scott & The High Heat with "Too Good, Too Bad."
Nashville airport one step closer to being renamed for Dolly Parton
The Metro Nashville Airport Authority board voted 6-0 on Friday to begin the process of changing the name and said a final name has not been chosen.
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The biggest real-world risks of AI
A number of tech insiders have voiced concerns and given dire warnings in recent days about the rapid growth of AI. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent and Maya Blackstone have more.
Are bioweapons a looming AI threat?
Some tech insiders are sounding the alarm on the dangers of artificial intelligence, which could be used to disable critical infrastructure or create biological weapons. Dr. Céline Gounder weighs in.
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.
AI could "kill us all," researcher says
Two tech insiders are sounding the alarm on artificial intelligence. Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon warns that AI could "kill us all," and now former Google DeepMind researcher Alex Turner warns that society is "just not prepared."
Ex-Anthropic researcher warns AI could grow "smart enough to kill us"
The development of AI "doesn't look that different from say, 'Terminator,' or from science fiction films," Jacob Coxon said.
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Anthropic CEO calls for slowdown of AI development amid safety concerns
In a blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei cautioned that swarms of rogue AI agents could take over the internet in as little as six months.
First-ever adult T. rex trackway found in North Dakota
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Ig Nobel prizes go to scientists studying cockroach milk, nose-blowing, more
Ten research teams were honored at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. A study of cockroach milk was among the winners.
Vote on the fattest marmot now
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NASA plans to launch new space telescope
NASA's new telescope could change the way we see space. With a wide-field camera that will reveal an area up to 200 times larger than the Hubble Space Telescope, and an orbit a million miles from Earth, the Nancy Grace Roman telescope is expected to find tens of thousands of unknown exoplanets.
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Lindsay Clancy juror speaks out
Paula Devlin, a juror in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, sat down with Shanelle Kaul to share her experience with the high-profile case and tense deliberations that ultimately ended in a mistrial.
Man arrested in death of Tasia Fortune, woman found hanging from tree
Mississippi police have arrested a man in the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month.
State of al‑Qaeda 25 years after 9/11 attacks
25 years after 9/11, we rarely hear about the state of the organization responsible for the attacks. The Atlantic recently put out a piece on al-Qaeda that says in part, "analysts can't decide if the terrorist organization is all but defunct or more threatening than ever." The article's author, Graeme Wood, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
New terror threats against U.S. post 9/11
The FBI is warning of potential attacks on 9/11 remembrance ceremonies as terrorist groups call for new strikes on U.S. soil. Anna Schecter has more.
Suspects in $6 million romance scam targeting women extradited to U.S.
The men, who were arrested in the South African city of Cape Town in 2021, are set to be handed over to officials from the FBI.
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NASA launches its Roman Space Telescope to explore the hidden universe
NASA's Roman Space Telescope launched shortly after daybreak from Kennedy Space Center and blazed toward an observation point 1 million miles away.
Roman Space Telescope promises 300-megapixel views of the cosmos
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
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NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
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