In Iowa, GOP candidates concerned about freezing weather's impact on caucuses
Wind chill may push temperatures as low as -45 F when Iowa Republicans go to caucus Monday night.
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After betting big on Iowa, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said his campaign is feeling "really good" heading into the caucuses.
Campaigns playing for 2nd in Iowa caucuses
Iowa voters will brave frigid temperatures to cast the first ballots in the 2024 presidential election Monday night. Donald Trump is hoping for a landslide win while Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are trying to prove their campaigns are viable. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Robert Costa have a look at expectations from the campaigns.
Previewing Iowa caucuses as GOP candidates make final push
"Face The Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan previews the 2024 Iowa caucuses, bringing you reporting and analysis from the Hawkeye State in this special Sunday edition of "America Decides."
Candidates make final push ahead of Iowa caucuses
Republican candidates rallied supporters across Iowa on Sunday in preparation for Monday's caucuses. Freezing temperatures and snow forced many candidates to change their plans and are raising some fears over turnout. Robert Costa reports.
Trump's court cases overshadowing Iowa caucuses
The frontrunner in Monday's Iowa caucuses is a man whose legal woes - from 91 criminal indictments to a civil fraud trial - are testing the GOP's willingness to raise him at their standard-bearer once again.
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GOP candidates contend with Iowa winter storm
Heavy snow and subfreezing temperatures have created major campaign challenges for Republican candidates in the final weekend before the Iowa caucuses. The frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, remained comfortably far away from Iowa's polar plains Saturday. Major Garrett reports from Des Moines.
Republicans prepare for Iowa caucuses
Republican presidential hopefuls in Iowa are making their final pitch to voters before Tuesday's caucuses kick off the election season. A winter storm has complicated efforts, with freezing temperatures and heavy snow causing candidates to cancel some events and get creative with others. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe has more.
What to know heading into Iowa caucuses
Record cold is expected in Iowa for Monday's presidential caucuses. Despite the frigid temperatures, Republican candidates are reaching into all 99 counties ahead of the first contest of the 2024 race. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
Storm impacting GOP race ahead of Iowa caucuses
Just three days before the Iowa caucuses, the state is seeing whiteout conditions and bone-chilling cold, with a blizzard warning set to take effect Saturday. The bad weather has forced Republican contenders to adapt, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley canceling a series of events. Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Three days until the Iowa caucuses
Republican presidential candidates Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis are making their final pitches to voters in Iowa, hoping to sway those who are considering an alternative to former President Donald Trump. The former president attended his New York civil fraud trial on Thursday instead of campaigning in Iowa. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe is keeping up with the 2024 presidential elections.
Is Iowa a must-win state for GOP candidates?
Ron DeSantis' 2024 campaign manager, James Uthmeier, told CBS News Thursday he doesn't think Iowa is "a must-win state," just days ahead of the caucuses. Republican strategist Leslie Sanchez and Democratic strategist Joel Payne join CBS News to share their views on Iowa and the state of the 2024 presidential campaign.
Snow isn't stopping Haley, DeSantis in Iowa
The winter snow storm that will blanket Iowa through the Monday caucuses is not preventing the final push by Republican candidates to woo voters looking for an alternative to front-runner Donald Trump. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil reports.
Pro-Haley super PAC labels DeSantis a Trump "suck up"
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Record cold in the forecast for Iowa caucuses
Freezing temperatures could impact the upcoming Iowa caucuses on Monday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
DeSantis campaign manager on Christie hot mic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is betting big on Iowa to give his campaign the momentum it needs to secure the Republican nomination. DeSantis campaign manager James Uthmeier joins "America Decides" to assess the GOP field and the governor's path towards victory.
How Trump's legal woes fit into 2024 strategy
Four days out from the Iowa caucuses, former President Donald Trump attended closing arguments in his civil fraud trial. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns examines how Trump is factoring his court cases into his 2024 campaign strategy.
The biggest highlights from the Republican debate in Iowa
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley squared off in the final Republican debate before the Iowa caucuses.
DeSantis and Haley call each other liars in last debate before Iowa caucuses
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Snow hits campaign trail before Iowa caucuses
Temperatures in Iowa may reach a high of minus 5 degrees Fahrenheit on Monday during the state's presidential nominating caucuses, according to the Weather Channel. CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi is following the winter's impact on the campaign trail.
GOP field shrinks ahead of Iowa caucuses
The Republican field lost a presidential candidate as former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie called it quits Wednesday. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on what his departure could mean for the Iowa caucuses.
Breaking down Christie quitting GOP race
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie ends his bid for the White House. Political strategists Maura Gillepsie and Chuck Rocha join CBS News to discuss the decision and what it means for the rest of the GOP field.
What's next for GOP race after Christie quits
With just five days until the Iowa caucuses, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie suspends his campaign for president. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and political director Fin Gomez report from Iowa with the latest on the GOP primaries.
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.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump on Wednesday confirmed the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
House to vote today on must-pass $900 billion defense policy bill
The House is poised to vote Wednesday on a $900 billion defense policy bill as both chambers race to pass it before the end of the year.
Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
The Federal Reserve is grappling with economic issues including higher inflation and a slowing labor market.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
The Coast Guard said it has seized more than 150,000 pounds of cocaine in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, including a record-breaking bust earlier this month.
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Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
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Sperm donor with cancer-causing gene fathers nearly 200 children
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Tony Dokoupil named anchor of the "CBS Evening News"
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
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Fed lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points in third straight cut
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U.S. soldier accounted for more than 80 years after being killed in WWII
A U.S. Army soldier who earned the prestigious Medal of Honor during World War II has been accounted for more than eight decades after he disappeared.
House GOP struggles to craft health care plan with tax credits set to expire
Democrats are pushing a three-year extension of the premium tax credits with no reforms. Republicans have no appetite for the plan, but haven't built a consensus around any proposal of their own.
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Trump admin moves to end SAVE plan for millions of student borrowers
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Miami's mayor-elect believes key to her victory was broad outreach
Miami Mayor-elect Eileen Higgins will be the city's first Democratic mayor in nearly three decades.
U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump on Wednesday confirmed the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
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U.S. to require foreign tourists to submit 5 years of social media history
The Trump administration is proposing to ask visitors from countries with visa-free travel to the U.S. to submit five years of their social media history before they can enter.
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Controversial appointee rocks FDA like "an atom bomb," scientists there say
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U.S. seizes oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, Trump says
President Trump on Wednesday confirmed the U.S. has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.
Canada seeks to draw talent, as U.S. charges $100K for H-1B visas
Canada has launched an initiative aimed at drawing leading researchers to the country.
Coast Guard video shows shots fired at alleged drug boat in the Pacific
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
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Sombr talks about writing breakout hits
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Joe Bonamassa album pays tribute to B.B. King
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Sophie Kinsella, author of bestselling "Shopaholic" novels, dies at 55
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Australia's new social media ban started with a mom saying, "Do something!"
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Australian teens challenge social media ban
Australia began enforcing a social media ban for kids under the age of 16. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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A couple's smartphone-free movement for kids
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At least 6 families sue Character.AI
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Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
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Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
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5 arrested in crypto heist after man murdered, woman kidnapped
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Authorities search for fake heiress scammer
A 73-year-old woman is on the run after allegedly posing as an heiress with a multimillion-dollar secret trust fund. Authorities say Mary Carole McDonnell scammed nearly $30 million from banks and is now on the FBI's most wanted list.
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3-man crew undocks from space station, wrapping up 8-month stay
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
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Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
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Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
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The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it's cutting its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points. The move comes as President Trump prepares to install a replacement for Fed Chair Jerome Powell. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Fed cuts interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points Wednesday, bringing the federal funds rate to its lowest level in more than three years. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Olivia Rinaldi have more.
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