Oz says he would have certified the 2020 election results for Biden
The Trump-endorsed GOP Pennsylvania Senate candidate has been struggling to win over some hardcore Trump supporters.
2022 Midterm Elections
Massachusetts primary results: Trump-backed challenger wins GOP governor nomination
Geoff Diehl will face Maura Healey in November.
Lawmakers return to Washington with lengthy to-do list before midterms
From funding the government to passing marriage equality, Congress has plenty to do before November.
What to watch for in Tuesday's Massachusetts primary
The Massachusetts primary lands on the day after Labor Day, raising concerns about a potentially low turnout, although early voting began on Aug. 27.
Beto O'Rourke returns to campaign trail in South Texas
Both Democrats and Republicans are aggressively targeting South Texas.
Democrat Mary Peltola wins special House election in Alaska, defeating Sarah Palin
Peltola will fill out the rest of the term of Rep. Don Young, who died in March.
Trump-endorsed GOP Senate candidate in Arizona attempts pivot to the center
The move comes as a PAC allied with Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell pulled back on $8 million in ad buys from the Arizona race last week.
Charlie Crist, running for governor, resigns from Congress
With Crist's resignation, and accounting for the two outcomes of the special elections in New York earlier this month, Democrats now control 220 seats in the House compared to 212 for Republicans.
Beto O'Rourke takes break from campaign trail following infection
O'Rourke, the Democratic nominee for Texas governor, did not indicate when he would be back on the trail.
CBS News poll: GOP House seat lead shrinks as Biden approval rises
Voters' views of economy, abortion, and Trump are also in the mix.
GOP nominee for Pa. governor wore Confederate uniform for faculty photo
Pennsylvania GOP gubernatorial nominee Doug Mastriano posed in a Confederate uniform for a faculty photo at the Army War College three years before he retired from the U.S. Army.
Democrats spending heavily on abortion leading up to midterm elections
Victories in Kansas and a special election in New York could encourage more spending on abortion messages in the coming months.
Bills introduced in 33 states would interfere with election administration
Some 244 bills were introduced that would give partisans more sway over election operations.
Battleground Democrats embrace law enforcement 2 years after "defund" police
Democratic candidates across the country are highlighting ties to law enforcement, as they try to make headway on a frequent GOP issue.
Record number of women are running for governor and winning their primaries
At least 23 women are major party nominees for governor, breaking the previous records set for both Democrats and Republicans.
Oz campaign attacks Fetterman's health in latest dust-up over veggie trays
An Oz campaign spokesperson said that if Fetterman had "ever eaten a vegetable in his life, then maybe he wouldn't have had a major stroke."
25-year-old wins primary, could become first member of Gen Z in Congress
"We won because of our message: Love. ... We made history tonight," he tweeted.
2022 midterm primary results in New York congressional and Florida races
Congressional races in New York and Florida could be key in determining which party controls the House.
What to watch for in Florida's primaries
Democrats are choosing who will take on powerful Republicans Gov. Ron DeSantis and Sen. Marco Rubio.
What to watch for in New York's Congressional primaries
Two New York City Congressional titans go head-to-head, a crowded primary with a Trump impeachment lawyer, and more on the ballot on Tuesday.
McConnell says there's a "50-50" chance GOP gains Senate control
The Senate minority leader said the outcome is going to be "very, very close, either way."
"Where will it end?" Anger over redistricting grows ahead of 2022 midterms
Ultimately, the Supreme Court could have the final word on just how far state legislatures can go with redistricting.
Abortion battle sparks influx of interest, money in state Supreme Court races
There are state Supreme Court elections in 30 states this year, according to Ballotpedia.
Rep. Liz Cheney, defeated in primary, says "now the real work begins"
The Wyoming congresswoman lost to Trump-backed challenger Harriet Hageman. In Alaska, Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Kelly Tshibaka will advance to the general election in the Senate race.
How 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach Trump fared in 2022 primaries
Only two of the 10 will be on the ballot in November.
Politics
Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
Supreme Court won't stop Trump sentencing in "hush money" criminal case
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
Appeals court pauses plea proceedings in alleged 9/11 architect KSM's case
The U.S. had filed an appeal to stop plea proceedings for alleged 9/11 architect Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others from moving forward Friday in the war court in Guantanamo Bay.
JD Vance to resign from Senate at midnight
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint Vice President-elect JD Vance's replacement.
Senate advances Laken Riley Act in bipartisan 84-9 vote
The Senate advanced a bill aimed at addressing illegal immigration Thursday as the issue comes front and center under the new Congress.
The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Biden says feds will cover 100% of fire response costs in California
"I told the governor and local officials, spare no expense," President Biden said, calling the damage "catastrophic."
Fetterman to be first sitting Democratic senator to visit Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania has accepted an invitation from President-elect Donald Trump to meet with him at his Mar-a-Lago estate, multiple sources said.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
All 5 living presidents attend Jimmy Carter's funeral
In a rare occurrence, all five living presidents gathered Thursday to honor Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C.
Read the full eulogy Walter Mondale left behind for Jimmy Carter
Former president Jimmy Carter's vice president, Walter Mondale, died in 2021 but left behind a eulogy that his son Ted read at Carter's memorial service Thursday morning.
Who spoke and sang at Jimmy Carter's funeral?
The former president was honored in tributes and through musical selections and performances.
New York's highest court won't stop Trump's sentencing
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction is scheduled for Friday.
Biden cancels Italy trip to monitor response to California wildfires
President Biden canceled a diplomatic visit to Italy this week, opting to remain in the U.S. to monitor the deadly California wildfire situation.
Jimmy Carter laid to rest in Plains, Georgia, after funeral service in D.C.
President Biden honored former President Jimmy Carter in a eulogy at his funeral.
Trump's IRS pick raises concerns about qualifications, Sen. Warren says
The background of Billy Long, an ex-congressman and auctioneer, raises questions about his qualifications, Sen. Warren says.
Mexico president trolls Trump with "Mexican America" map
Mexico's president sarcastically said that the U.S. should be called "Mexican America" after Trump's vow to rename the Gulf of Mexico the "Gulf of America."
Alito says he talked to Trump about law clerk before filing in "hush money" case
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke with President-elect Donald Trump about a former law clerk the day before Trump went to the high court in a push to delay the sentencing in his New York hush-money case.
Trump claims Jan. 6 rioters didn't have guns, but several admitted they did
A CBS News review shows several Jan. 6 rioters were charged with carrying firearms while they were on the grounds of the Capitol.
Photos show Carter funeral procession, lying in state in Capitol Rotunda
Former President Jimmy Carter has been lying in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, the 35th person in American history to receive such an honor.
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"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
Alec Baldwin files lawsuit over manslaughter charge in fatal "Rust" shooting
The lawsuit was filed in Santa Fe, where a judge in July dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Alec Baldwin in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Supreme Court won't stop Trump sentencing in "hush money" criminal case
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (January 12)
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the newsworthy men and women who passed away this year, who touched us with their creativity and humanity.
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Prison inmates among those fighting the Los Angeles wildfires
Hundreds of incarcerated firefighters are working to extinguish the massive blaze scorching Los Angeles.
What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire
For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.
Businesses offer aid to people affected by Los Angeles wildfires
Some businesses are offering free emergency shelter and other services to residents who have been displaced by the Los Angeles fires.
The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
Before the Palisades Fire, many of those homeowners had lost insurance
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.
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Appeals court won't block partial release of special counsel's Trump report
Special counsel Jack Smith submitted his final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump to Attorney General Merrick Garland on Tuesday.
Supreme Court won't stop Trump sentencing in "hush money" criminal case
President-elect Trump's sentencing for his criminal conviction in New York is scheduled for Friday morning.
Appeals court pauses plea proceedings in alleged 9/11 architect KSM's case
The U.S. had filed an appeal to stop plea proceedings for alleged 9/11 architect Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two others from moving forward Friday in the war court in Guantanamo Bay.
JD Vance to resign from Senate at midnight
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine will appoint Vice President-elect JD Vance's replacement.
Senate advances Laken Riley Act in bipartisan 84-9 vote
The Senate advanced a bill aimed at addressing illegal immigration Thursday as the issue comes front and center under the new Congress.
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Slipped up during Dry January? Expert tips for getting back on track
In Dry January, people choose to give up alcohol for the month, but what happens if they have a drink? Here's what an expert says.
Over 17,000 doctors urge Senate to reject RFK Jr. as health secretary
Thousands of doctors are calling on the Senate to reject Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., saying he is "actively dangerous."
Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
How Olivia Munn's cancer journey sparked life-saving test for Alison Hall
"Inside Edition" correspondent Alison Hall opens up about her breast cancer battle and how Olivia Munn's own experience with early detection inspired her to take a life-saving risk assessment test.
How bad is the California wildfire smoke for health?
Tens of thousands of people are evacuating Los Angeles as wildfires blaze across the region, emitting dangerous smoke. Here's how it impacts health.
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Most of the world's 35,000 online pharmacies are run illegally, U.S. warns
Ninety-six percent of online pharmacies were found to violate the law, meaning they were operating without a license and selling medications without prescriptions.
Poland's president seeks exemption for Netanyahu visit despite ICC warrant
Poland's president wants Benjamin Netanyahu to be able to attend events marking 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz despite an ICC arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.
Climber's remains identified 6 decades after he fell from glacier
The German man has been identified after his bones, including part of a leg, were discovered in western Austria.
As U.S. announces new Ukraine aid package, Zelenskyy says send troops
Ukraine's leader says partners sending ground troops would help "force Russia into peace," as America's European allies ponder Trump's next move.
Photo shows rescue of baby girl born at sea on migrant ship
"Christmas ended in the Canaries with the rescue of a baby born while crossing the sea," the coastguard said.
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"This Is Us" star Milo Ventimiglia loses home to Los Angeles fires
Ventimiglia, a 47-year-old father to be, is among the celebrities affected by the destructive blazes that broke out Tuesday morning.
Alec Baldwin files lawsuit over manslaughter charge in fatal "Rust" shooting
The lawsuit was filed in Santa Fe, where a judge in July dismissed a charge of involuntary manslaughter against Alec Baldwin in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Actor Milo Ventimiglia loses home in L.A. fires
Actor Milo Ventimiglia has revealed his family's Malibu home burnt down in the Los Angeles fires -- an eerie reflection of the tragedy that befell his character on the NBC drama series "This Is Us." Tony Dokoupil has more.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
Harlan Coben on success of "Missing You"
Harlan Coben joins CBS Mornings to talk about "Missing You," the global TV hit he executive produces. Based on his novel, the show follows Det. Kat Donovan as she investigates the case of a missing person.
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The TikTok ban heads to the Supreme Court tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Friday morning on whether to overturn or delay a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in the U.S.
TikTok could shut down unless Supreme Court blocks or delays U.S. ban
Court to hear arguments Friday on law forcing TikTok sale by Chinese parent company that takes effect in Jan. 19.
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.
Fact-checkers to Mark Zuckerberg: We never censored anything
Fact-checking firms that teamed with Meta are refuting CEO Mark Zuckerberg's suggestion linking their work to censorship.
Implications of Meta's decision
Nick Thompson, CEO of "The Atlantic" and former editor-in-chief of "Wired," discusses the consequences of Meta's decision to end its fact-checking program and the rise of self-policing in a "post-information" age.
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Jimmy Carter's fight against climate change
The wildfires in California are the latest in a string of natural disasters made worse by climate change. Former President Jimmy Carter was one of the first U.S. officials to draw attention to man-made issues impacting the environment. Gus Speth, a member and chair of the Council on Environmental Quality during Carter's presidency, joins "The Daily Report."
What is Biden's legacy on climate change?
Officials on Wednesday afternoon briefed President Biden about the massive wildfires in Southern California fueled by climate change. Slashing Mr. Biden's climate regulations is at the top of President-elect Donald Trump's to-do list. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schecter joins "America Decides" to look at the outgoing president's record on the issue.
Biden offers aid to California to fight fires
Multiple fires are burning in the Los Angeles area, forcing thousands to flee their homes and destroying hundreds of buildings. President Biden approved a major disaster declaration Wednesday afternoon to help California boost the ranks of those battling the blazes. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more from Malibu.
Scientists: "Toxic" semen could kill female mosquitoes, curb disease spread
Female mosquitoes are targeted because only they bite and drink blood, thereby spreading diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.
Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
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Military doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing dozens of soldiers
Maj. Michael Stockin faced 52 charges involving claims of abusive sexual contact with 41 victims, the Army said.
Japan mafia leader pleads guilty in U.S. to nuclear material trafficking
Takeshi Ebisawa allegedly conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons.
ATF urges police to reevaluate reselling used firearms
Police should reconsider reselling their used guns, the ATF said, pushing back against a policy linked to over 1,000 deaths between 2019 and 2023.
Capitol Police arrest man with machete during Carter visitation
U.S. Capitol Police said they found the machete and other knives during a security screening.
George Santos gets delay in sentencing so he can make more podcasts
Disgraced former Rep. George Santos had his February sentencing delayed until April so he can keep making new episodes of his podcast.
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NASA studies options to rein in cost of Mars Sample Return mission
NASA hopes a revised plan will get Mars samples back to Earth faster and cost less than the agency's original plan.
Webb telescope spots record number of stars in distant galaxy
A phenomenon called gravitational lensing turned a galaxy into a "hall of mirrors of cosmic proportions," allowing for the discovery.
NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
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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 Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Thousands without home insurance in L.A.
Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners do not have home insurance. Several private insurers in California have either raised prices or completely removed their coverage in at-risk areas. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Snow and sleet in Texas and Virginia
A mix of snow and sleet have covered a stretch of the U.S. from Texas to Virginia. Some 53 million Americans were under winter weather alerts on Thursday. CBS News' Jason Allen tracks the storm.
Olympian on losing medals, home in fire
Former Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the fires that burned his home in the Pacific Palisades and destroyed his personal belongings, including his 10 Olympic medals.
California wildfire images show damage
The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles has burned more than 17,000 acres, or roughly 20 times the size of Central Park as of Thursday. CBS News confirmed executive editor Rhona Tarrant joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the before and after images and how to spot fakes.
Jimmy Carter's funeral at family church
Former President Jimmy Carter was honored with a state funeral at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday before his body was flown home to his hometown of Plains, Georgia, for a private service at his family's church. President Biden gave a eulogy for the 39th president. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.