Bernie Sanders: "Choice is pretty clear" between Biden and Trump
The Vermont senator said "the American people are gonna have to make a fundamental decision" in November.
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Sanders endorses Biden: "We need you in the White House"
The livestream announcement marks a step towards unity for the Democratic Party.
Biden adopts parts of Sanders' policies on health care and student debt
Biden said he now favors dropping the Medicare eligibility age by five years.
How Joe Biden became the presumptive nominee — polling analysis
An exit poll analysis of the Democratic primaries — how Biden beat Sanders.
Bernie Sanders ends campaign, clearing way for Biden
"I wish I could give you better news, but I think you know the truth," Sanders told supporters.
Sanders to "assess campaign" in coming weeks following primary losses
Sanders currently trails Joe Biden by nearly 300 delegates following the former vice president's sweep of the three states that voted Tuesday.
Campaigning in the age of coronavirus
Rallies and town halls are held exclusively online. Field organizers are working from home. And "I wash my hands" is a CDC-friendly campaign slogan.
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.
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.
Jamal Simmons on what Sanders needs to do before ending campaign
On "The Takeout" podcast this week, political strategists Jamal Simmons and Terry Sullivan weigh in on Sanders' presidential campaign.
Biden and Sanders tell staff to work from home because of coronavirus
Biden and Sanders instructed campaign to work from home, and the Trump campaign is giving workers the option of working from home.
Bernie Sanders announces he will remain in presidential race
Sanders did not speak on Tuesday evening after losing primaries in four states and winning in North Dakota.
Sanders and Biden tangle over trade in Democratic primaries in Rust Belt
Sanders is betting on protectionist trade policies deliver him a win he needs in Michigan and other voting contests to come.
Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson endorses Bernie Sanders
Jackson will appear alongside Sanders in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Sunday.
What you need to know about Super Tuesday primary elections
Over 1,300 delegates are up for grabs on one of the most important days of the primary season.
Biden warns Sanders would jeopardize House and Senate races
In an interview with CBS News, Biden warned the Sanders could hurt Democrats running for the House or Senate in November.
Battleground Tracker: Sanders and Biden in a fight for California and Texas
In two days, on Super Tuesday, voters go to the polls in 14 states. California and Texas have the most delegates up for grabs.
Sanders raises $46.5 million in February, smashing own record
The figure shatters the previous monthly record of $25 million, also set by Sanders in January.
Biden wins South Carolina, giving much-needed boost to campaign
"We've just won, and we've won big because of you," Biden said to his supporters.
Sanders and Bloomberg slam Trump over coronavirus
This was the first time Sanders has mentioned coronavirus on the campaign trail. Bloomberg questioned the choice of Pence to lead the response.
Debate watchers most impressed by Sanders, Biden — CBS News poll
But many say this 10th debate made them nervous about the Democratic field.
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."
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.
Bernie Sanders on being the Democratic front-runner and taking on Donald Trump
Coming off his win in the Nevada caucuses, Bernie Sanders talks about Michael Bloomberg, Donald Trump, democratic socialism, and what he would do if elected president.
Sanders on when he would use military action
Bernie Sanders outlines when he would use military force as president and says he would meet with Kim Jong Un. See the 60 Minutes story on Sanders, tonight.
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Supreme Court to hear major test of presidential power in case over FTC firing
President Trump's efforts to reshape the executive branch and flex his presidential power are set to be tested at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in Oval Office ceremony
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
Survivors of Sept. 2 boat strike were waving before second attack, sources say
Two people who survived an early September U.S. attack on an alleged drug boat were waving overhead before they were killed in a now-controversial second strike, according to two sources.
Report finds Afghanistan mission was "two-decade long effort fraught with waste"
The final report this week from the special inspector general for Afghanistan identified $26 billion in waste, fraud, and abuse in U.S. reconstruction spending in Afghanistan since 2009.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case believed to be Trump supporter
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC is believed to be a Trump supporter and has been speaking with investigators, multiple sources told CBS News.
Judge orders unsealing of grand jury transcripts from Epstein case in Florida
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Jasmine Crockett called Texas Senate race contenders as she weighs jumping into fray
As intrigue grows over whether Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett plans to announce a U.S. Senate campaign next week, she confirmed to CBS News she's spoken with would-be opponents.
Appeals court lets Trump admin. keep National Guard deployed in D.C. for now
A U.S. District Court decision to end the deployment of National Guard members to Washington, D.C., is now on hold.
Operations against Houthis played into Truman Strike Group accidents, Navy finds
Investigations released by the Navy into accidents involving the Truman Carrier Strike Group recommended ensuring processes are followed even when faced with adversity.
4 killed in latest strike on alleged drug boat, Pentagon says
At least 87 people have been killed since the vessel strikes began in early September.
ICE launches surge in Minnesota as Trump pushes for crackdown on Somali immigrants
ICE began enhanced operations in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area this week, as President Trump rails against Somali people in Minnesota.
Grand jury refuses to re-indict Letitia James
Federal prosecutors on Thursday presented an indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James to a grand jury in Norfolk, Virginia.
Supreme Court allows Texas GOP to use new redistricted map for now
Texas approved a new congressional map this summer after Trump urged state GOP lawmakers to craft new House district lines to help Republicans hold onto their majority in the 2026 midterms.
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2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue)! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
"Family of Spies": Christine Kuehn discovers her grandfather's Nazi past
In 1994 Christine Kuehn received a letter that revealed a family history from which her father had tried to shield her: Christine's grandfather, Otto, was a Nazi spy who was the only person tried and convicted for the bombing of Pearl Harbor.
Supreme Court to hear major test of presidential power in case over FTC firing
President Trump's efforts to reshape the executive branch and flex his presidential power are set to be tested at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Teen's sister looks to TikTok to help solve 25-year-old murder mystery
With her posts and pleas on TikTok, Molly Bish's sister Jennifer hopes she will generate new tips that will finally solve her sister's Massachusetts murder case and put an end to a painful decades-old mystery.
How did teen Danni Houchins die? Her family's search for the truth
For years, the death of 15-year-old Danielle "Danni" Houchins had been shrouded in mystery. Montana investigators initially said it could have been a tragic accident, but her family always suspected something more sinister.
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2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Who dresses as St. Nick and speaks an odd brogue? Why, it's Techno Claus (a.k.a. David Pogue)! He offers "Sunday Morning" viewers his valuable tips for the gadget lovers on your gift-giving list.
For Gen Zers, finding work after college is often a painful slog
"It's very discouraging," said one young job-seeker as employers pull back on hiring entry-level workers.
Here's where minimum wage increases are set to kick in next year
Minimum wages are set to rise in 22 U.S. states and 66 cities and counties next year, even as the federal baseline wage remains at $7.25.
Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
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Supreme Court to hear major test of presidential power in case over FTC firing
President Trump's efforts to reshape the executive branch and flex his presidential power are set to be tested at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
Trump awards medals to the Kennedy Center honorees in Oval Office ceremony
President Trump presented medals to the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees during an Oval Office ceremony.
Trump calls on Baseball Hall of Fame to admit Roger Clemens
The 63-year-old Roger Clemens has been accused of using performance-enhancing drugs, which he has denied.
U.S., Ukrainian officials will meet again Saturday on peace plan
The officials in a joint statement said they made progress on creating a security framework for postwar Ukraine and are urging Russia to commit to peace.
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California warns against foraging mushrooms after cluster of poisonings, 1 death
California's public health department said one person has died and several others have suffered severe liver damage due to eating toxic mushrooms that were foraged.
Artist who fought for diagnosis turns incurable cancer journey into art
Nardiz Cooke was immediately transfixed by the mask she wore while receiving treatment for late-stage cancer.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
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Netanyahu says he expects Gaza ceasefire second phase to begin soon
The next phase of the Gaza ceasefire involves an international security force and other measures and has not yet started.
Apparent coup attempt in Benin thwarted, interior minister says
Earlier Sunday, a group of soldiers appeared on Benin's state TV to announce the dissolution of the government in an apparent coup, the latest of many in West Africa.
At least 25 killed in nightclub fire in India
The blaze occurred just past midnight in Arpora in North Goa, a party hub.
Hegseth won't commit to releasing video of second strike on alleged drug boat
"We're reviewing the process, and we'll see," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said. "Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now."
Afghan refugees forge their way on the soccer pitch
The Taliban made women's sports illegal in 2021 when the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, but it hasn't stopped a group of refugees in Houston determined to forge their own way on the soccer pitch.
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Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford: "I know that we don't have forever anymore"
The bestselling author had said she would no longer write novels set in the make-believe mountain village of Mitford. After the death of her daughter, she wrote through her grief – which led to her 15th Mitford book, "My Beloved."
Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford
Novelist Jan Karon has written 25 bestsellers, including 15 about a make-believe mountain village, Mitford – stories in which the humanity of her characters is evoked in what she calls "a place of refuge." Karon talks with Faith Salie about discovering her voice as a writer at a very young age; the comforting qualities of her stories; and how the death of her daughter, Candace, led to her latest Mitford book, "My Beloved."
Extended interview: Ethan Hawke
In this web exclusive, actor Ethan Hawke talks with Tracy Smith about his first experiences with Broadway. He also discusses his films "Explorers," "Dead Poets Society," "Reality Bites," "Training Day," and his latest, "Blue Moon," Leonardo DiCaprio's success, and his obsession with Jack Nicholson's performance in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."
Ethan Hawke on "Blue Moon," and taking nothing for granted
The star of "Blue Moon" talks about playing famed songwriter Lorenz Hart, whose successful collaboration with Richard Rodgers ended owing to Hart's heavy drinking; and about his own youthful ambitions.
Ethan Hawke on "Blue Moon"
The songwriting team of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart helped put the "great" in the Great American Songbook. But Hart's heavy drinking led to the end of their partnership. In the new movie "Blue Moon," Oscar-nominee Ethan Hawke plays a heartbroken Hart reduced to watching Rodgers gain even greater fame collaborating with Oscar Hammerstein II. Hawke talks with Tracy Smith about the challenging role of Hart; his own youthful ambitions; and about joining the faces on the walls of the legendary Broadway watering hole Sardi's.
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2025 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
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There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
Tilly Norwood is unlike any other aspiring TV or movie star: Tilly is entirely generated by artificial intelligence. What might that mean for the media industry?
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.
There's a new face in Hollywood, generated by AI
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Waymo says its cars are better at avoiding crashes
Waymo has released new data showing its robotaxis were involved in 91% fewer serious crashes when compared to human drivers. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook rode along in a Waymo with Politico economic policy reporter Yasmin Khorram to unpack the report.
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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
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
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
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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Teen's sister looks to TikTok to help solve 25-year-old murder mystery
With her posts and pleas on TikTok, Molly Bish's sister Jennifer hopes she will generate new tips that will finally solve her sister's Massachusetts murder case and put an end to a painful decades-old mystery.
How did teen Danni Houchins die? Her family's search for the truth
For years, the death of 15-year-old Danielle "Danni" Houchins had been shrouded in mystery. Montana investigators initially said it could have been a tragic accident, but her family always suspected something more sinister.
20,000-pound cocaine seizure by Coast Guard breaks 18-year-old record
Video shows Coast Guard vehicles pursuing a go-fast vessel that appeared to have multiple people aboard.
Latest details on 2021 pipe bomb suspect
The man suspected of placing pipe bombs around Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 2021, had his first court appearance on Friday after he was arrested Thursday following a five-year manhunt. A judge ordered the suspect to remain in jail pending future hearings.
11 killed, including 3 children, in shooting at a South African bar
Over a dozen people were wounded and taken to the hospital, the South African Police Services said in a statement.
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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.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
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Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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Author Jan Karon on returning to Mitford
Novelist Jan Karon has written 25 bestsellers, including 15 about a make-believe mountain village, Mitford – stories in which the humanity of her characters is evoked in what she calls "a place of refuge." Karon talks with Faith Salie about discovering her voice as a writer at a very young age; the comforting qualities of her stories; and how the death of her daughter, Candace, led to her latest Mitford book, "My Beloved."
Extended interview: Ethan Hawke
In this web exclusive, actor Ethan Hawke talks with Tracy Smith about his first experiences with Broadway. He also discusses his films "Explorers," "Dead Poets Society," "Reality Bites," "Training Day," and his latest, "Blue Moon," Leonardo DiCaprio's success, and his obsession with Jack Nicholson's performance in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."