Trump, RFK Jr. face hostile reception at Libertarian convention
A chaotic scene unfolded as former President Donald Trump took the stage, as Libertarians clashed with pro-Trump attendees throughout his speech.
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Argentina prepares to swear in new president
Javier Milei will be sworn in as president of Argentina Sunday. Milei, a former TV personality and libertarian populist, has been polarizing and and led to comparisons to former U.S. president Donald Trump and Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has more.
Berlin bans planned weekend protests against COVID-19 restrictions
Protesters who oppose COVID restrictions, and their far-right supporters, have called on people to arm themselves and take to the streets.
After stumbles, Johnson tries again on foreign policy
The Libertarian candidate has come under fire in recent weeks for his lack of knowledge of basic foreign policy terms and issues
Gov. Bill Weld
Libertarian presidential nominee Gary Johnson did not have high enough polling numbers to make the cut for tonight's debate. His running mate, former Gov. Bill Weld, will be live-tweeting the event and joins CBSN to discuss the Libertarian ticket's message.
2016 Libertarian ticket analysis
Gary Johnson and Bill Weld are looking to go head-to-head with Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in the 2016 election, but can they succeed? CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto, CBS News contributor Nick Thompson, and CBSN political contributors Lynda Tran and Rick Davis join "After 60" on CBSN to discuss the 2016 Libertarian ticket.
Why isn't Weld running for president?
Mitt Romney wished for it, so Steve Kroft asked-why isn't Bill Weld at the top of the Libertarian ticket?
Preview: The Libertarian Ticket
Steve Kroft interviews Gary Johnson and his running mate, Bill Weld, the Libertarian candidates taking on the two-party system with many ideas outside the political mainstream. Kroft reports on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. ET and 7 p.m. PT.
Romney on Gary Johnson
Mitt Romney called for the upcoming presidential debates to include libertarian candidate Gary Johnson and his running mate Bill Weld. Earlier CBSN anchor Josh Elliott spoke with Johnson and Weld.
The Libertarian ticket
Libertarian presidential nominee Gary Johnson and his running mate Bill Weld hope to qualify for the debate stage at the end of September. The Libertarian ticket joins CBSN to discuss their campaign strategy and what they stand for.
Libertarian Party candidates
With a majority of voters having an unfavorable view of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump, some are looking for a different choice. The Libertarian Party hopes to provide that alternative. Its platform calls for an end to government debt and no restrictions on personal relationships. The party also wants to repeal income tax, abolish the IRS, and introduce a free market health care system. Former Govs. Gary Johnson and Bill Weld join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their platform.
Republican Sen. Susan Collins: "I'm taking a look at the Libertarian ticket"
Republican Senator Susan Collins says the "tipping point" in her decision not to support Donald Trump was his "inexplicable" attack of gold star parents Khizr and Ghazala Khan. Collins reveals she may support the Libertarian ticket of Gary Johnson and Bill Weld, adding, "It would be an easier choice for me."
5 things to know about Peter Thiel
With the tech billionaire set to make his case for why Donald Trump should be president, Silicon Valley is baffled and amused
Libertarian Ticket
Libertarian vice presidential candidate Bill Weld joins CBSN's Josh Elliott to discuss the changing dynamic of the Republican Party.
Mitt Romney: No Trump, no Clinton, no independent bid
The 2012 GOP presidential nominee says his family is still urging him to run as an independent: "You've gotta run, Dad"
Will Gary Johnson disrupt Clinton vs. Trump race?
The Libertarian nominee is drawing fairly robust support in recent 2016 polls - and it wouldn't take much for him to swing the race
Gary Johnson: I stopped using marijuana to be "knife sharp"
Gary Johnson, the Libertarian party's presidential nominee, is an avid proponent of legalizing pot nationwide
Gary Johnson slams Trump's immigration remarks
Johnson is the Libertarian Party's presidential nominee and the former governor of New Mexico
Libertarian nominee pushes for "major party status"
Ex-N.M. Gov. Gary Johnson was booed for praising the Civil Rights Act, but insisted his party is ready to pick up voters wary of Trump and Clinton
Libertarians battle for party's nomination at Florida convention
At the Libertarian convention, delegates wonder whether the top contenders are too establishment-friendly to represent them
William Weld joins Gary Johnson on Libertarian ticket
Weld served two terms as the Republican governor of Massachusetts in the 1990s
The Kentucky senator who rode the 2010 Tea Party wave to a victory in the Senate is a practical libertarian
The Kentucky senator who rode the 2010 Tea Party wave to a victory in the Senate is a practical libertarian
Rand Paul on why a "libertarian-ish" Republican can win
The new presidential candidate talks about his views on immigration and attracting minorities, and what makes him a true conservative
Five things to know about Rand Paul
The Kentucky Senator was the second Republican to enter the 2016 presidential race
New Hampshire's state motto is "Live Free or Die," but one town there is finding its concept of libertarianism challenged by a group of self-described anarchists
New Hampshire's state motto is "Live Free or Die," but one town there is finding its concept of libertarianism challenged by a group of self-described anarchists. And as Don Dahler explains, they're using the town's parking meters as their battlefield.
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Live updates as U.S. gets out to vote on Election Day 2024
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
When will we know the presidential election results? A state-by-state guide
In many key states in the 2024 election, it may take a while to know who has won — and much longer to get official, certified results.
Where to watch live election results and coverage of 2024 vote
CBS News will have extensive live coverage of the 2024 election results as the votes come in. Here's how to watch on TV, cable or streaming.
Tropical Storm Rafael gains steam as it heads for Cuba, Gulf of Mexico
A hurricane warning is in effect for the Cayman Islands and a hurricane watch for parts of Cuba as Tropical Storm Rafael churns toward the Gulf of Mexico.
Here's how much Donald Trump is worth, from his DJT stock to real estate
Donald Trump is still a billionaire, but his net worth has fluctuated sharply this year along with the value of one of his main investments.
White supremacist planned to blow up power site, feds say
Skyler Philippi, 24, has been charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to destroy an energy facility.
Why do we have the Electoral College?
When people cast ballots in the 2024 presidential election, their votes translate into Electoral College representation. Many wonder why the system still exists, and if it should.
Pennsylvania investigating reports of fraudulent voter registration applications
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
Online ticket thefts target Swifties. Here's how to protect yourself.
Wave of online ticket thefts targets Taylor Swift fans. ""The tickets are gone — gone. It was devastating," one consumer said.
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Online ticket thefts target Swifties. Here's how to protect yourself.
Wave of online ticket thefts targets Taylor Swift fans. ""The tickets are gone — gone. It was devastating," one consumer said.
White supremacist planned to blow up power site, feds say
Skyler Philippi, 24, has been charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to destroy an energy facility.
How much is the vice president paid?
Despite being second in line to the U.S. presidency, the vice president earns less than Supreme Court justices.
How much money do U.S. House members make?
Members of Congress haven't given themselves a raise since 2009, but House lawmakers still earn six figures.
Kenyan man convicted of plotting 9/11-style attack on U.S.
A Kenyan man was convicted Monday of plotting a 9/11-style attack on a U.S. building on behalf of the terrorist organization al-Shabab.
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Online ticket thefts target Swifties. Here's how to protect yourself.
Wave of online ticket thefts targets Taylor Swift fans. ""The tickets are gone — gone. It was devastating," one consumer said.
How much is the vice president paid?
Despite being second in line to the U.S. presidency, the vice president earns less than Supreme Court justices.
How much money do U.S. House members make?
Members of Congress haven't given themselves a raise since 2009, but House lawmakers still earn six figures.
How much money does the President of the United States make?
The U.S. president's salary has remained unchanged since 2001. Here is how much the nation's chief executive earns.
What's open and closed on Election Day? Check here before you go.
On Election Day 2024, here's what is open and closed, including banks, stores, the post office and more.
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Live updates as U.S. gets out to vote on Election Day 2024
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
Pennsylvania investigating reports of fraudulent voter registration applications
Former President Donald Trump has mischaracterized investigations into a number of voter registration applications in Pennsylvania.
When will we know the presidential election results? A state-by-state guide
In many key states in the 2024 election, it may take a while to know who has won — and much longer to get official, certified results.
How much is the vice president paid?
Despite being second in line to the U.S. presidency, the vice president earns less than Supreme Court justices.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin faces Eric Hovde in Wisconsin Senate race
Sen. Tammy Baldwin is fighting to hold onto her Senate seat in a tight race against Republican Eric Hovde in Wisconsin.
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What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.
Election day stress? Here are last-minute tips, according to experts
As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
How people in recovery hope to change the political landscape
Run for Recovery, a new program, offers a boot camp for people in recovery from substance use who dream of holding political office.
Idaho public health department restricted from giving COVID-19 vaccines
Experts say Southwest District Health in Idaho is the first public health department in the nation to be restricted from giving COVID-19 vaccines.
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Video captures moment soccer player killed by lightning strike
A local Peruvian soccer match was called off due to weather, but as players left the field, lighting struck, killing one man and wounding five others.
2 killed, 4 wounded by Mexico's National Guard near U.S. border
Colombia's foreign ministry said that all of the victims were migrants who had been "caught in the crossfire."
North Korea tests missiles, says U.S. actions warrant its nuclear buildup
North Korea and its partner Russia say Kim Jong Un's U.N. resolution-breaking missile tests are a justified reaction to U.S. military provocations.
Migrants anxiously monitor U.S. election, fearing Trump win
While Vice President Kamala Harris has promised to keep current limits on asylum, former President Donald Trump has vowed to seal the southern border altogether.
Gunmen storm hospital, kill patient and 2 police officers
The attackers shot a man recovering from a gunshot wound more than 10 times, then killed officers who tried to stop them, officials said.
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From the archives: Music legend Quincy Jones
Producer, composer and arranger Quincy Jones died Sunday, November 3, 2024, at age 91. In this "Sunday Morning" report that originally aired on March 9, 2008, correspondent John Blackstone talked with the impresario about his indelible mark on contemporary music - from being hired by Lionel Hampton at age 15, to his collaborations with icons like Frank Sinatra, to spotting the untapped potential of a young Michael Jackson.
Cole Hauser on "Yellowstone" character
Actor Cole Hauser joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the return of the hit series "Yellowstone," the Dutton family's fight to protect their land, and his role as Rip Wheeler.
Music legend Quincy Jones dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
"Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
U.K. prosecutors mull whether to charge Russell Brand over sex assault allegations
In September 2023, British media outlets Channel 4 and the Sunday Times published claims by four women of being sexually assaulted or raped by Russell Brand between 2006 and 2013.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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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.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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White supremacist planned to blow up power site, feds say
Skyler Philippi, 24, has been charged with attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction and attempting to destroy an energy facility.
2 killed, 4 wounded by Mexico's National Guard near U.S. border
Colombia's foreign ministry said that all of the victims were migrants who had been "caught in the crossfire."
Kenyan man convicted of plotting 9/11-style attack on U.S.
A Kenyan man was convicted Monday of plotting a 9/11-style attack on a U.S. building on behalf of the terrorist organization al-Shabab.
Gunmen storm hospital, kill patient and 2 police officers
The attackers shot a man recovering from a gunshot wound more than 10 times, then killed officers who tried to stop them, officials said.
Ex-officer found guilty in shooting death of Black man who was holding keys
A former police officer in Columbus, Ohio, who shot and killed Andre Hill has been found guilty in the shooting.
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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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Philadelphia voters head to the polls
Pennsylvania is one of the key battleground states this Election Day, evidenced by the multiple stops Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump made there throughout their campaigns. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Wakisha Bailey has more from a polling place in Philadelphia.
North Carolina Election Day security
Reports of alleged intimidation and voter misinformation in North Carolina have led officials there to boost security precautions around polling places this Election Day. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry has the latest.
"Movember" spotlight men's health issues
As men grow out their facial hair this month, campaigns like Movember are raising awareness about prostate cancer, mental health and the importance of regular health screenings. Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss why preventive care is crucial.
Trump makes last push in battleground states
On the eve of Election Day, former President Donald Trump visited North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Michigan, urging supporters to turn out in crucial battleground states. Trump campaign press secretary Karoline Leavitt joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss his final push.
Harris campaign's final push in Pennsylvania
With Election Day here, Vice President Kamala Harris made multiple stops to energize voters in a pivotal battleground state. Campaign communications director Michael Tyler joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about her closing strategy.