Ohio: Most visited state by presidential candidates
Winning the election will almost surely include winning Ohio, a state heavily traveled by campaigns
Campaign 2012: The Debates
TV ratings slipped for final debate
Nielsen estimates 59.2M watched, compared to 67.2M for 1st and 65.6M for 2nd; Fox News drew more debate viewers than it ever had
How would Romney "indict" Ahmadinejad?
Examining Mitt Romney's proposal to indict the Iranian president
Fact-checking the final presidential debate
Reviewing assertions on Russia, Iran, the size of the military, the economy and energy
GOP debate spin: Romney looked presidential
Republicans, after the final debate, praise Romney as a plausible commander-in-chief and slam the president's aggression as small-minded
Romney opts not to attack on Libya
In third and final presidential debate, Romney steered clear of Libya controversy
In final debate, fierce battle over foreign policy
Obama, Romney trade jabs over Syria, Afghanistan, Libya; a few domestic issues also creep in
Analysis: Debate unlikely to change many minds
President Obama landed more blows on Monday night against a cautious Romney, but that may not translate to votes
The entire third 2012 presidential debate
Between Mitt Romney and President Obama focusing on foreign policy
Final presidential debate analysis
The performances of President Obama and Mitt Romney during their final debate are broken down
Poll: Sizeable win for Obama in final presidential debate
The president wins the third and final debate two to one, say uncommitted voters
Final showdown comes at heated political moment
John Dickerson: Final debate gives Obama, Romney their last big chance to change the dynamic in key battleground states with a single shot
Final presidential debate: How did Obama do?
The president on the offensive during the third debate covering foreign policy
Obama: Military has fewer horses and bayonets
President Obama told Mitt Romney the Navy has fewer ships than in 1916 but the military also has fewer horses and bayonets
Obama to Romney: The 1980's are calling to ask for their foreign policy back
During the third presidential debate, President Obama told Mitt Romney "the 1980's are calling to ask for their foreign policy back" referring to Mr. Romney previously saying Russia was America's biggest geopolitical foe.
10/22: The final presidential debate; Armstrong stripped of Tour de France titles
President Obama and Mitt Romney are set to take the stage for their final debate in the 2012 election season; Then, the gunman's wife from a Ohio spa shooting also dealt with domestic violence; Also, the International Cycling Union stripped Lance Armstrong of seven Tour de France titles
Iran's nuclear capability a hot campaign issue
Neither President Obama or challenger Mitt Romney want Iran to have nuclear bomb capabilities. The candidates differ on the approach to Iran and America's vote could decide when the U.S. acts to stop the country. David Martin reports.
Is China really cheating?
Heated rhetoric from the campaign trail suggest that China is rigging the game in order to export more products. But a closer look suggests otherwise. Bill Whitaker reports.
Transition in Afghanistan hitting road blocks
President Obama wants to hand over the policing of Afghans to its own forces by 2014, but deserters and insider attacks are undermining that transition. Kelly Cobiella reports.
What to expect from the final presidential debate
The third debate between President Obama and Mitt Romney will focus on the president's role as commander in chief and chief foreign policy officer
Ohio voters split on Obama's performance, Romney's past
Ohio is the most hotly contested state in every presidential election and this year is no exception. Though President Obama holds a lead in that state, Dean Reynolds reports on why that lead isn't very large.
Obama expected to defend foreign policy record in 3rd debate
The president will outline his achievements including ending the Iraq war, winding down the Afghanistan war, and killing Osama bin Laden
Romney to hit broader themes in final debate
The Republican presidential nominee will try to connect the struggling economy to national security
Foreign policy the focus for final debate
Obama has cast Romney as willing to play politics with national security; Romney calls president weak on world stage
Second presidential debate: Libya
President Obama and Governor Mitt Romney debate the handling of the deadly attack on the U.S. Consulate in Libya
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Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says she'll testify if Trump grants her clemency
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
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Less than 14% of those ICE arrested had violent criminal records, data show
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak
Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, which houses families and children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.
Transcript: Rep. Tony Gonzales on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Tony Gonzales, Republican of Texas, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
DNI whistleblower complaint has intercept of call between foreign nationals
A whistleblower complaint includes highly-classified details about a National Security Agency intercept of a call between two foreign nationals who discussed a person close to President Trump, two sources said.
Transcript: David Becker on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation and Research and a CBS News election law contributor, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
Trump lashes out at Team USA athlete for sharing thoughts on politics
President Trump criticized Team USA freestyle skier Hunter Hess after he and other American athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics shared their thoughts on U.S. politics.
Transcript: Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former FDA commissioner, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026. Dr. Gottlieb also sits on the boards of Pfizer and United Health Care.
Transcript: Sen. Mark Warner on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Sen. Mark Warner, Democrat of Virginia, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Feb. 8, 2026.
Democrat wins Louisiana state House special seat in district Trump won
Democrat Chasity Verret Martinez defeated her Republican opponent in a district President Trump won by 13 points in 2024.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Mamdani says executive order protects NYC from "abusive immigration enforcement"
Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued an executive order he says will protect New Yorkers from "abusive immigration enforcement" by the Trump administration.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Strangers help man and his dog survive winter storm in South Carolina
A man and his dog in a small South Carolina town had nowhere to turn when a rare winter storm struck, until the community pulled together to help.
Bad Bunny holds top 6 spots on U.S. Spotify chart after Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
Eddie Bauer, venerable outdoor apparel retailer, declares bankruptcy
Eddie Bauer, a 106-year-old retailer, points to declining sales and "tariff certainty" as factors behind its latest move to seek bankruptcy protection.
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says she'll testify if Trump grants her clemency
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
New video from deadly Brown University shooting is released
New video footage from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others was released Monday.
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Eddie Bauer, venerable outdoor apparel retailer, declares bankruptcy
Eddie Bauer, a 106-year-old retailer, points to declining sales and "tariff certainty" as factors behind its latest move to seek bankruptcy protection.
Best and worst Super Bowl commercials of 2026 as rated by experts
Google and Pepsi were among the best ads of the Big Game, while Coinbase and ai.com got failing grades, according to one ranking.
"Black carbon" in Arctic an increasing concern amid other issues in region
"Black carbon," or soot, that spews from ships and makes the Artic Ocean ice melt even faster is an increasing concern in a region beset with many other issues.
As Cadillac races to first F1 season, insiders advise patience for U.S. fans
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
Diamonds endure as the industry feels the pressure
For over five centuries, Antwerp's diamond district has been the cornerstone of the global diamond trade. Now, that legacy is under strain.
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Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer says she'll testify if Trump grants her clemency
Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyer said she would be willing to cooperate with a House panel's probe if President Trump grants her clemency, and would testify that he is "innocent of any wrongdoing."
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Less than 14% of those ICE arrested had violent criminal records, data show
The official DHS statistics, which had not been previously reported, provide the most detailed look yet into who ICE has arrested during the Trump administration's crackdown.
Gonzales defends conditions at Texas detention center with measles outbreak
Rep. Tony Gonzales said the Dilley detention facility, which houses families and children, is "nicer than some elementary schools."
Lawmakers in standoff over ICE reforms as DHS funding deadline approaches
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are locked in a standoff over reforming the nation's immigration enforcement operation as a deadline to reach a resolution and fund the Department of Homeland Security approaches.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Feb. 8, 2026
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Tony Gonzales join Margaret Brennan.
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Hospital flooded by Hurricane Helene to be rebuilt in another flood plain
Ballad Health, the nation's largest state-sanctioned hospital monopoly, plans to rebuild Unicoi County Hospital in Tennessee on land that two climate modeling companies say is at risk of flooding.
Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
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Meet the American girl skiing into Philippines Winter Olympics history
Skier Tallulah Proulx, 17, was raised in the U.S., but she's making Olympic history as the Philippines' first female, and youngest athlete in any Winter Games.
13 people died in Italian mountains over last week as Olympics start
Fresh snowfall during recent storms and wind-swept snowcaps on weak internal layers have created especially risky conditions, rescuers said.
Winter Olympics committee says it's looking into medals breaking apart
Some 2026 Winter Olympics athletes say their winning medals are falling apart, coming detached from their ribbons.
Vonn responds to well-wisher in first social media post after crash
Lindsey Vonn thanked a journalist who wished her well on social media a day after suffering a broken leg in a devastating crash at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
2 babies among dozens missing as migrant boat sinks off Libya
The International Organization for Migration says two infants are among at least 53 people feared dead or missing after a boat capsized off Libya's coast.
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Bad Bunny holds top 6 spots on U.S. Spotify chart after Super Bowl show
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, born Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is one of the most-streamed artists on the planet.
Ranking the 2026 Super Bowl ads
Ad Age editor-in-chief Jeanine Poggi joins "CBS Mornings" to break down which ads during Super Bowl LX stood out and if some missed the mark.
The evolution of the quad, ice skating's most daring jump
When self-proclaimed "Quad God" Ilia Malinin landed seven quad jumps in a single program last December, he boisterously ushered in a new era of skating with his daring routines.
Recapping Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. Bad Bunny's halftime show highlighted Puerto Rican culture and featured Ricky Martin and Lady Gaga, but drew criticism from President Trump. CBS News correspondent Nidia Cavazos has more.
As Cadillac races to first F1 season, insiders advise patience for U.S. fans
For the first time, a major U.S. automaker is putting a team up against the European giants of Formula One. Can Cadillac be a contender?
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest on Ghislaine Maxwell deposition
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the Fifth Amendment and refused to answer questions during a virtual deposition before the House Oversight Committee on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Retired FBI negotiator on Nancy Guthrie probe
An apparent second ransom deadline is set for Monday in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie after her children post another video telling her possible abductor "we will pay" for her safe return. Gregory M. Vecchi, a retired FBI negotiator and former chief of the agency's Behavioral Science Unit, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss the investigation.
Maxwell pleads the Fifth before House panel
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the Fifth Amendment and refused to answer questions during a virtual appearance before the House Oversight Committee on Monday as part of its probe into Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Jake Rosen and Taurean Small have the latest.
Timeline of Nancy Guthrie investigation
The investigation into the disappearance of "Today" show co-host Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mom, Nancy, continues in its second week. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez breaks down the timeline so far.
New video from deadly Brown University shooting is released
New video footage from the day of the Brown University shooting that killed two students and injured nine others was released Monday.
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New space station crew eager for Wednesday launch
The new crew will replace four station fliers who returned to Earth ahead of schedule last month due to a medical issue.
What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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San Francisco public school teachers strike
All of San Francisco's 120 public schools were closed Monday after thousands of teachers went on strike for the first time since 1979. CBS News Bay Area reporter Veronica Macias has the latest.
Unredacted Epstein files made available
Members of Congress can now review unredacted files relating to the Justice Department's investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. CBS News' Taurean Small has the latest.
Latest on Ghislaine Maxwell deposition
Ghislaine Maxwell invoked the Fifth Amendment and refused to answer questions during a virtual deposition before the House Oversight Committee on Monday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
Gov. Wes Moore to appear in Feb. 15 town hall
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore will join Norah O'Donnell for a discussion about key issues impacting the nation in a town hall, airing Sunday, Feb. 15, at 8:00 PM, ET/PT on CBS and streaming on Paramount+
Japan's Takaichi secures major party victory
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party secured a two-thirds supermajority of the parliament's lower house for the first time since World War II. CBS News foreign correspondent Anna Coren has the latest.