Tim Ryan says Kamala Harris should be nominee
Former Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio says it's time to "rip the Band-Aid off" and replace President Biden on the ticket following the first 2024 debate. Ryan joins "America Decides" to discuss.
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Fallout from the Supreme Court immunity decision
Former President Trump is appealing his conviction in New York following the Supreme Court's ruling that presidents have immunity for official acts. Jan Crawford examines whether that will affect the conviction and how it will impact the remaining cases the former president faces.
White House defends Biden after debate
President Biden promoted his administration's climate actions in Washington, D.C., Tuesday as the storm swirls over concerns about his age and acuity. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Fin Gómez have the latest.
Doggett calls for Biden to drop out
Rep. Lloyd Doggett on Tuesday called for President Biden to drop out of the 2024 race, the first Democrat in Congress to do so following last week's debate. And as other Democratic lawmakers ask questions about Mr. Biden's ability to win, the campaign insists his support among voters has not changed. Weijia Jiang reports.
Harris reacts to debate, Trump immunity ruling
Vice President Kamala Harris is under increased scrutiny as some Democrats express concerns about President Biden's ability to serve following his debate performance. CBS News campaign reporter Nidia Cavazos asked Harris for her reaction following a fundraiser in San Francisco.
Harris says "Joe Biden is our nominee" after calls for him to step aside
"Look, Joe Biden is our nominee," Vice President Kamala Harris told CBS News exclusively. "We beat Trump once, and we're going to beat him again, period."
Biden reacts to Trump immunity ruling
President Biden spoke out against the Supreme Court's ruling allowing former President Donald Trump some legal immunity over official acts while in the presidency. Donald Trump CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang is following Mr. Biden's reaction to the ruling.
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White House defends Biden after debate performance; First lady Jill Biden courts Latino voters
Trump's sentencing in New York postponed
Judge Juan Merchan has delayed the sentencing in Donald Trump's New York criminal case until September after the former president's lawyers argued his conviction should be overturned based on the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity. CBS News investigative reporter Graham Kates has more.
Lloyd Doggett calls for Biden to withdraw
Rep. Lloyd Doggett of Texas has become the first Democratic lawmaker to call for President Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race against former President Donald Trump. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane is following the reactions to Mr. Biden's debate performance.
White House holds first post-debate briefing
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced a barrage of questions about President Biden's health and his capacity to serve in the first press briefing since his debate against Donald Trump last week. Jean-Pierre flatly said no when asked if Biden had Alzheimer's or dementia, but said the administration understands the concerns about his health and admitted, "The president did not have a great night at the debate."
Rudy Giuliani disbarred in New York
Rudy Giuliani, former President Donald Trump's personal attorney, was disbarred in New York Tuesday for false statements he made about the integrity of the 2020 presidential election. CBS News Justice Department reporter Rob Legare has more.
Concern mounts among lawmakers, donors over Biden's candidacy
The first Democratic lawmakers called on Biden to drop out of the race after his rocky debate performance last week.
Inside the post Biden-Trump debate polling
President Biden's campaign has pointed to polling following his poor debate performance that still shows support for the president head-to-head against Donald Trump, but as CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, there are underlying concerns about Biden that are coming to the forefront.
The implications of Trump immunity ruling
The Supreme Court's landmark decision giving presidents immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts in office will impact more than just the prosecutions against former President Donald Trump. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe goes inside the ruling and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on how President Biden is responding to it.
Biden trashes Supreme Court immunity decision
President Biden bashed the Supreme Court's ruling Monday that gives presidents immunity from criminal prosecution for official acts in office, saying "There are no kings in America." The remarks came as his campaign continues its recovery efforts from last week's disastrous debate performance. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more on that and the White House's response to Hurricane Beryl.
Attorneys face deadline to wrap Jan. 6 prosecutions. It could slide if Trump wins
Lawyers involved with Jan. 6 prosecutions are focused on the date when the window to bring charges against defendants will close.
Trump seeks to overturn criminal conviction, citing Supreme Court decision
Former President Donald Trump is trying to overturn his recent felony conviction in the New York "hush money" criminal case.
Biden weighs in on Trump immunity ruling
President Biden is weighing in on the Supreme Court's presidential immunity ruling in remarks from the White House. It comes as Biden's campaign rejects calls to step aside following his disastrous debate performance against former President Donald Trump. Weijia Jiang is at the White House, where the president spoke a short time ago.
Voters question Biden's fitness after debate
The Biden family says the president is committed to continuing as the Democratic nominee despite concern from lawmakers after his first debate and calls from constituents and editorial boards for him to leave the race. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joins with analysis.
Supreme Court says Trump has some immunity
The Supreme Court delivered a win to Donald Trump on Monday, ruling that the former president has immunity from prosecution for official actions taken in office. The case revolves around charges Trump faces that he tried to overturn his 2020 election loss. Katrina Kaufman and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
Supreme Court rules on presidential immunity
The Supreme Court on Monday ruled that former President Donald Trump is entitled to immunity from federal prosecution for official actions he took while in office. Jan Crawford reports on the landmark decision and Bob Costa has more on reaction from the Trump campaign.
Voters respond to Biden's debate performance
President Biden narrowly won Wisconsin in 2020. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle spoke with voters there to see if they're still sticking with Biden in 2024.
Biden condemns Supreme Court's ruling on Trump immunity case
The Supreme Court's landmark decision ruled that Trump is immune from prosecution for official acts he took while in office.
Sotomayor warns of Trump immunity precedent
In former President Donald Trump's immunity claim, three Supreme Court justices issued a blistering dissent Monday, penned by Justice Sonia Sotomayor. Thomas Dupree, former U.S. deputy assistant attorney general, joins "America Decides" with analysis. Then, Shelby Talcott, politics reporter for Semafor, and Brakkton Booker, national political correspondent for Politico, join with more.
Israel and Hezbollah both claiming ceasefire violations on Day 2
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Trump tariffs could make these items more expensive
Tariffs on U.S. imports would raise prices for consumers on a range of goods, experts say. Here's what to know.
3 Americans held for years in China released, White House says
Mark Swidan, Kai Li, and John Leung have been released from detention, a spokesperson for the National Security Council said.
Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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What businesses are open and closed on Thanksgiving Day?
Need to shop on Thanksgiving? Here's what stores, restaurants, and other businesses are open and closed on Turkey Day.
Has tipping reached a tipping point?
A November 2023 survey from the Pew Research Center found that 72% of people think tipping is expected in more places than it was five years ago.
How Trump's economic agenda could affect mortgage rates in 2025
Here's what a noted housing expert thinks will happen to mortgage rates next year as Donald Trump outlines his priorities.
Trump tariffs on Canada imports could bring sharply higher gas prices
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada could increase U.S. gas prices by up to 70 cents a gallon, energy experts say.
What's hot in kids toys this holiday season — and what to avoid
Consumers are expected to open their wallets this holiday season, with these children's toys high on the list.
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Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Ex-Sen. Bob Menendez seeks new trial
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, was convicted of 16 felony counts in July.
Trump taps retired Gen. Keith Kellogg for Ukraine envoy
Keith Kellogg, a retired lieutenant general, served as national security adviser to former Vice President Mike Pence.
Trump team says threats, swatting incidents against multiple Cabinet picks being investigated
President Biden has been briefed on the incidents and "unequivocally" condemns threats of political violence, the White House said.
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New Mexico man awarded $412 million for botched penile injections
The man's attorneys said the punitive and compensatory damages total the largest amount to ever be awarded by a jury in a medical malpractice case in the U.S.
Why does eating turkey make you sleepy? Thanksgiving fatigue, explained.
Tired from your Thanksgiving feast? You're not alone. But is it the tryptophan in turkey that leads to our food comas? Here's what experts say.
Thanksgiving foods cats and dogs can (and can't) eat
Can cats and dogs eat turkey and other Thanksgiving foods? Here's what experts say about what is safe and not.
A toddler got a nasal swab test. So why was the bill $445?
An Illinois mom got stuck with a big bill after taking her 3-year-old to the ER but never seeing a doctor. "It's mind-blowing," she said.
Why we eat turkey on Thanksgiving, according to history
Why is Thanksgiving traditionally associated with turkey and other specific foods? We asked a history expert why we eat what we do on the holiday.
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Israel and Hezbollah both claiming ceasefire violations on Day 2
Less than two full days into a ceasefire, Israel's military and Hezbollah were both claiming isolated breaches of the deal.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Trump says Mexican leader agrees to "effectively closing" southern border
Trump's claims President Claudia Sheinbaum "agreed to stop migration through Mexico." She says she "explained" what Mexico was already doing.
Russia bombs Ukraine's energy sector as temperatures plummet
Ukraine's Zelenskyy says Russian "tactics of terror" are clear with the latest massive attack on energy infrastructure as temperatures plummet.
Stowaway caught after getting aboard Delta flight from New York City to Paris
The woman boarded Delta Flight No. 264 from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, CBS News learned. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris.
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Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Grateful Dead remembers band member Phil Lesh
Members of the iconic band, the Grateful Dead, reflected on the impact bandmate Phil Lesh had on their lives and said they had hoped to play together again.
Grateful Dead bandmates remember Phil Lesh
Iconic band The Grateful Dead, is remembering one of the band's original members, Phil Lesh, who died in October at 84 years old. The surviving original members of the band credit Lesh for the impact he made in each of their lives and revealed they were hoping to play together one more time.
Harvey Weinstein accuses Rikers Island of substandard medical treatment
Harvey Weinstein's lawyers filed a legal claim alleging that he is receiving substandard medical treatment in unhygienic conditions while in custody at Rikers Island.
The Script on loss, resilience in new album
Irish band The Script continues to inspire with hits like "Hall of Fame," while moving forward after the loss of guitarist Mark Sheehan. Danny O'Donoghue talks to Natalie Morales about the band's journey, and how boxing helps him cope.
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Zuckerberg meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago
The tech CEO has been seeking to change his company's perception on the right following a rocky relationship with President-elect Donald Trump.
Australian lawmakers advance bill to bar under-16s from social media
Australia's House of Representatives has passed a bill that would ban children under the age of 16 from using most social media platforms.
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.
AI grandma tool helps fend off phone scams
British phone company Virgin Media O2 has developed an AI-generated grandmother to talk to scammers all day and waste their time so you don't have to. CBS News Confirmed executive producer Melissa Mahtani has more on the "grandma" and how you can protect yourself from phone scams.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
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NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
Divided U.N. negotiations for plastic treaty
Negotiators are far apart as the United Nations tries to work out the world's first treaty to curb plastic pollution. Issues creating roadblocks include limiting new manufacturing of plastic and the potential phasing out of some chemicals. For more on the talks, CBS News was joined by Erin Simon, vice president and head of plastic waste and business for the World Wildlife Fund in the U.S.
Honolulu hopes to identify long-unclaimed bodies with advanced DNA testing
Forensic pathologists hope advanced DNA testing technology will enable them to attach names to all the unidentified people at the Honolulu Medical Examiner's Office.
Dishing up space food
At the Johnson Space Food Systems Laboratory in Houston, NASA scientists develop dishes – freeze-dried, heat-stabilized, or irradiated – to serve on the International Space Station. Correspondent David Pogue checks out what's on the menu in Earth orbit.
How are U.S. winters permanently changing?
This winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted above-average temperatures throughout the U.S. because of a "slowly developing" La Niña pattern. CBS News Sacramento meteorologist Tracy Humphrey reports on the changing winter conditions.
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Chilling details emerge after Montana camper's brutal murder
Dustin Kjersem's death was initially reported as a bear attack after his girlfriend found his body in a tent on Oct. 12.
1,400 tons of drugs, "narco subs" found on new Pacific trafficking route
More than 400 people were arrested in the operation targeting oceans, coasts, rivers and ports around the globe in October and November.
Sean "Diddy" Combs denied bail again ahead of sex trafficking trial
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
Accused "Pink Panthers" member among 11 nabbed in cocaine bust
Police in the Balkans arrested 11 alleged members of a criminal syndicate responsible for smuggling cocaine from South America to Europe, officials said.
Bombing suspect on most wanted list arrested
Daniel Andreas San Diego, a suspect in in two 2003 northern California bombings, was arrested in the U.K. this week. San Diego, who had been one of the FBI's most wanted terror suspects, now faces extradition.
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Webb telescope captures stunning new image of the "Sombrero galaxy"
The Sombrero galaxy, named for its resemblance to the Mexican hat, is about 30 million light-years from Earth.
Blue Origin launches 6 tourists to the edge of space
Marc and Sharon Hagle, both making their second space flight, were among the passengers for the NS-28 mission.
Blue Origin launches 9th space tourism flight
The ninth Blue Origin space tourism flight launched from West Texas Friday morning. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood and space expert Scott Heidler offered analysis of the flight.
Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
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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.
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.
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.
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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Beloved rescue dog on the loose in New Orleans
Scrim the rescue dog has become a familiar sight to some in New Orleans, as his face has been plastered on missing posters more than once. The well-known rescue dog has escaped once again, but recent sightings give people hope he'll be home again soon. Kati Weis has the story.
Threats made against Trump's picks
The FBI is investigating multiple threats made against some of President-elect Donald Trump's administration picks like Susie Wiles, Pam Bondi, Howard Lutnick and others. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on the attacks and the Trump transition.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' latest bail request denied
Sean "Diddy" Combs will not get out of jail on bail after a federal judge denied his latest request Wednesday.
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire holds
The fighting between Israeli forces and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah forced over a million people to leave their homes. Some began returning to Southern Lebanon on Wednesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons
Something is in the air in New York City --it's the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons! CBS News New York reporter Alecia Reid has more on the characters to expect and what's behind the fun display.