The 2020 Presidential Debates
2020 Democratic Primary Debates
Biden proposes "Bidencare" plan that includes public option
Biden said during Thursday's debate that he would push for a version of Obamacare that includes a public option.
All the Democratic candidates who ran for president in 2020
These are the candidates who launched a bid for the presidency in 2020, aiming to deny Trump a second term.
Democrats debate gender in politics at debate
Voters in Iowa are gearing up for the caucuses February 3. Six of the top contenders clashed on the debate stage in Des Moines last night. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports on the highlights while CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joins CBSN from Iowa with a closer look at the debate.
Key issues in Iowa Democratic debate
Six candidates took the stage in Tuesday night's Democratic debate to discuss issues including health care and foreign policy for the last time before Iowa voters head to the polls. Democratic strategist and CBSN political contributor Lynda Tran joined CBSN AM to analyze the key issues.
Takeaways from Iowa Democratic debate
Six Democratic presidential candidates took the stage for the final time before the Iowa caucus last night. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns reports from Des Moines, and political contributors Leslie Sanchez, Antjuan Seawright and Molly Hooper join CBSN for analysis.
Wisconsinites brave coronavirus fears and long lines to vote
Some voters said they were prepared to spend hours in line.
Joe Biden says "we've had enough debates"
"My focus is just dealing with this crisis right now," the former vice president said.
Biden and Sanders go head-to-head in 11th Democratic debate
With the coronavirus pandemic at the top of Americans' minds, it was the first topic of discussion between the two Democratic presidential candidates.
Coronavirus takes center stage at Democratic debate
Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden were both asked about how they'd address the spread of the coronavirus if they were president.
How to watch the Democratic debate between Biden and Sanders
Sunday's debate was moved from Arizona to Washington, D.C., due to concerns about the coronavirus.
March Democratic debate to be held without an audience
Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders are set to face off in Arizona on March 15.
8 top moments from the South Carolina Democratic debate
The 10th debate of the presidential primary cycle was the last before the pivotal South Carolina primary Saturday.
Democrats try to stop Sanders' momentum in fiery debate
But almost no candidate was unscathed in the debate, which took place just four days before the pivotal South Carolina primary and one week ahead of Super Tuesday.
Moments you might've missed during the debate
Michael Bloomberg made a reference to a bizarre and comical Times Square stalwart unique to New York City.
Biden says winning by "one point is enough" in South Carolina
Biden said winning South Carolina by even one percentage point would be "enough" for him to stay in the race.
Debate watchers most impressed by Sanders, Biden — CBS News poll
But many say this 10th debate made them nervous about the Democratic field.
How to watch the Democratic debate tonight in South Carolina
Tonight's debate is the final one before the South Carolina primary on Saturday — and before voters in 16 states and territories go to the polls on Super Tuesday, March 3.
Democrats pressed on how they would respond to coronavirus
Democrats vying for the presidential nomination said they would boost federal funding for the Centers for Disease Control and the National Institutes of Health and improve relations with U.S. allies.
Warren: Progressives have "exactly one chance" to make change happen
Warren told CBS News after the tenth Democratic debate that her track record demonstrates why she should be the progressive candidate to win the party's presidential nomination.
Sanders: "The truth is, nothing I am saying is radical"
Bernie Sanders was also pressed about his comments on "60 Minutes" about Fidel Castro, saying "Cuba is a dictatorship. I've said that 8 million times."
Full transcript of the South Carolina Democratic debate
Seven Democratic candidates met on stage in South Carolina for the last debate before the state's primary and Super Tuesday.
CBS News Democratic Debate
Why drug costs are top issue for South Carolina voters
A third of residents in the Palmetto State report not being able to afford prescribed medication, survey shows.
South Carolina Democratic debate edition — Daily Trail Markers
What to watch for from the candidates in Tuesday night's debate.
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Gina Hinojosa says there's "deep disappointment" in both parties
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Blanche says DOJ is "doing our own research" with Alaska challenge
Alaska Senate candidate sustains "minor injuries" in car accident
Transcript: Sen. Thom Tillis on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Transcript: Attorney General Todd Blanche on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Transcript: Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Oct. 25, 2026
Poll finds Democrats still boosted by voters' economic concerns
Some Florida voters with ties to Venezuela discouraged by Trump's policies
In Ohio rally, Obama blasts Ramaswamy, GOP over controversial Acton ad
Rubio calls on Cubans seeking "positive change" to work with CIA
Iran has "increased efforts to target U.S. personnel," intel chief warns
DOJ demands that some California counties set aside alleged noncitizen ballots
