Poll: Trump and Clinton voters on immigration, the economy, trade
This CBS News-New York Times poll surveyed voters on policy issues and what's behind their candidate choice
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Newt Gingrich: If I'm the VP nominee...
During an afternoon Facebook Live chat, the former House speaker didn't acknowledge reports that Trump had selected Mike Pence as his running mate
Who's not going to the Republican National Convention?
A number of top Republicans have decided to skip this year's convention in Cleveland, which begins Monday
The lowdown on Republicans avoiding the convention in Cleveland
A number of top Republicans have decided to skip the Republican National Convention next week
Who is speaking at the Republican convention?
The long-awaited list of speakers is finally out
GOP convention speakers
Here are some of the notable politicians and celebrities slated to speak in Cleveland
Ahead of GOP convention, is Donald Trump gaining ground?
New swing state polls provide a bit of good news for Republicans as they begin gathering in Cleveland to nominate their standard-bearers
Cleveland braces for guns in the streets as GOP convention looms
Several groups have reportedly announced plans to be armed during events and protests in the open-carry state
GOP convention security
Law enforcement is making final preparations for next week's Republican National Convention. Ohio is an open carry state, and after last week's shooting in Dallas, some groups reportedly announced plans to be armed during events and protests. Jeff Pegues reports.
Is Cleveland Ready?
The Republican National Convention is less than one week away and host city Cleveland is making final preparations. CBS News Justice and Homeland Security correspondent Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest on security concerns.
Dangerous campaigning
Secret Service Director Joseph Clancy said his agency is prepared for the Republican convention in Cleveland -- but it's the campaign trail that's gotten more dangerous. He says threats against the candidates have increased, and offenders are getting bolder. Jeff Pegues reports.
CBS News unveils multi-platform coverage plans for 2016 conventions
For the 2016 Republican and Democratic National Conventions, CBS News will redefine traditional convention coverage and the way it is presented
As convention looms, Republicans tackle party platform
Settling on a platform that spells out the GOP's core beliefs is already highlighting divisions between Trump and party activists
GOP platform
Republicans began gathering in Cleveland on Monday to discuss the party platform before next week's convention. The delegates took up issues like same sex marriage, trade, abortion, and transgender bathroom use -- issues presumptive nominee Donald Trump has at times gone against the grain of GOP orthodoxy. Julianna Goldman has more.
Anti-Trump delegate scores court victory in Virginia
A federal judge struck down Virginia's law binding delegates to vote based on the state's primary results, a victory for the Never Trump movement
GOP committee meetings: Here's what you need to know
As Republicans descend on Cleveland ahead of next week's GOP convention, here's CBS News' guide to all the action
Ted Cruz agrees to speak at GOP convention
Cruz met privately with Donald Trump while the presumptive nominee was in Washington, D.C.
Why are the anti-Trump forces likely to fail at the GOP convention?
Why it'll be hard for the #NeverTrump dissidents to prevail at the Republican convention this month
The Trump-iest show on Earth: What to expect at the RNC
How the 2016 Republican convention in Cleveland will be an event the likes of which we've never seen before
Trump makes announcement about Republican convention speakers
Presumptive nominee has said his children will be speaking at convention in Cleveland
Ben Carson to speak at GOP convention, says Armstrong Williams
Williams also said that Trump's convention planning is "much more organized...than you can imagine"; Carson staff downplays report
As convention looms, Trump faces key test to unite party
Success at Western Conservative Summit would build momentum for Cleveland -- but failure will only deepen GOP anxiety
Who is Trump lining up to speak at the GOP convention?
Cleveland could look a lot different than GOP conventions past--Trump says it's "very important to put some showbiz into a convention"
Virginia GOP delegate sues for freedom to vote against Trump
Virginia law requires party delegates to vote at the convention for the candidate that gets the most votes in the primary, but Beau Correll says that violates his First Amendment rights
GOP's youngest delegates begin summer vacation with eye on convention
CBS News talked to a few of the 18-to-21-year-old Republican delegates, among them, one who's pushing to unbind the lot of them
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Judge scolds Giuliani for not turning over assets, including car he's driving
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.
Can Trump run again in 2028? Get the details on term limits for presidents
Here's everything to know about presidential term limits after President-elect Donald Trump won the 2024 election.
Biden speaks after Harris' loss to Trump: "We accept the choice the country made"
President Biden addressed the nation on the election results and the transition of power, with his predecessor set to return to the White House.
Minnesota trans community feels "sense of fear" over Trump re-election
While some are celebrating President-elect Donald Trump's victory, it's causing concern through the transgender community in Minnesota.
Key deadlines for the 2024 election results certification process
President-elect Donald Trump has been projected to win the 2024 presidential race, but there are still several key dates ahead in the certification process.
See which states Trump won in the 2024 election that he didn't win in 2020
In 2020, President Biden won six of these seven battleground states. In 2024, President-elect Trump will win at least five.
Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
Key moments of the 2024 campaign in photos
After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.
How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win
Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster."
Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
What will happen to Tim Walz after Donald Trump's presidential win?
What will happen to the Minnesota governor after his failed vice presidential bid? Here's what we know.
Kevin McCarthy says "you might see a much different Trump" in coming term
The former speaker, who was ousted by members of his party in 2023, encouraged Democrats to "take this opportunity to rebuild their party."
Harris says "when we lose an election, we accept the results"
Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon won't join Trump administration
Jamie Dimon will continue to lead JPMorgan Chase despite speculation he could be in the running for Treasury secretary.
DACA recipient elected to New Mexico legislature and other historic election wins
Cindy Nava, a former undocumented immigrant, Dreamer and Biden administration official, was elected to the New Mexico State Senate.
When will Trump take office as president? Here's when he'll be sworn in
Here's what to know about when President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in to office.
Donald Trump election win boosts stocks, cryptocurrency and Trump Media
Stocks and cryptocurrency prices set to power higher after Donald Trump wins U.S. presidential election.
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Could prison companies get a boost from Trump's immigration policies?
The largest private prison companies in the U.S. stand to benefit from Trump's vow to increase deportations.
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Judge scolds Giuliani for not turning over assets, including car he's driving
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.
Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.
The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
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Canada shuts down TikTok's Canadian offices, but allows app to remain
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
Could prison companies get a boost from Trump's immigration policies?
The largest private prison companies in the U.S. stand to benefit from Trump's vow to increase deportations.
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.
Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.
The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.
Judge scolds Giuliani for not turning over assets, including car he's driving
Giuliani got a tongue lashing Thursday in federal court after missing a deadline to turn over valuables to two election workers he defamed. He owes the women $148 million in damages.
The Federal Reserve lowers interest rates by 0.25 percentage points
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.
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Space heaters sold on Amazon, TikTok recalled after 7 fires
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
FDA to pull common but ineffective cold medicine from market
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
Tips for a range of post-election emotions, according to experts
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
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Canada shuts down TikTok's Canadian offices, but allows app to remain
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
DNA reveals surprises about Pompeii eruption victims
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.
Germany says American contractor tried to pass China info on U.S. military
German authorities have arrested an American man they say tried to pass intelligence to China after working as a civilian contractor for the U.S. military.
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3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
Shaboozey on breaking genre boundaries and his journey to stardom
Shaboozey's "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" has topped the Billboard Hot 100 and is redefining genres, mixing country with hip-hop in a way that's resonating with fans.
Luke Grimes on final episodes of "Yellowstone," his album and fatherhood
"Yellowstone" star Luke Grimes spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what to expect as the beloved show nears its end and what's next for him.
Shaboozey on his signature look
In an exclusive interview with Gayle King, country music's breakout star Shaboozey opens up about his signature look and the success of "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" which now tops the Billboard Hot 100. He reflects on a year that includes TIME 100 recognition and CMA nominations.
"Mornings Memory": 90-year-old weightlifter
Our "Mornings Memory" takes us back to 2002, when Effie Nielson, at 90, lifted 135 pounds in a Nevada contest, breaking three world records and inspiring generations with her strength.
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Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
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.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
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DNA reveals surprises about Pompeii eruption victims
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
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3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
3 women shot during election argument
Three women were shot during an argument over the 2024 elections, Miami Police tells CBS News. A suspect is not in custody. Morgan Rynor has the latest.
Plea agreements news on 9/11 masterminds
A military judge ruled that the plea agreements struck for alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a defense official confirmed. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata has more from the Pentagon.
Bodies of 11 people, including 2 children, found on highway in Mexico
The gruesome discovery in the city of Chilpancingo comes just weeks after the city's mayor was murdered and decapitated.
Idaho's plan to execute serial killer halted after botched attempt
Thomas Creech has been in prison for half a century, convicted of five murders in three states and suspected of several more.
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Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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Federal Reserve interest rate cut news
The Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cut could affect Americans who are borrowing money or are saving money. Jacob Sonenshine, a markets reporter at Barron's, joins CBS News with more on the cut's impact.
Next for Harris, Trump after elections
Democrats are already searching for answers after former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. CBS News' Shawna Mizelle reports. Also, Olivia Rinaldi has more on the names emerging for potential Trump Cabinet members.
Future of Trump's legal cases
A longstanding Justice Department policy could be applied to some of former President Donald Trump's legal cases as conversations are underway about winding down the prosecutions before Trump takes office. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
Mysterious Russian Deaths I Sunday on 60 Minutes
Cecilia Vega reports from Spain on the unsolved shooting of a Russian defector. It's part of a pattern of recent falls from top-floor windows, poisonings, and accidental deaths involving a growing number of enemies of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Sunday.
First White House briefing since Trump win
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre's first press briefing since Donald Trump's election win over Kamala Harris saw several questions about whether President Biden regretted ending his campaign or his original decision to run for reelection.