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Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz were back on the campaign trail Wednesday, one day after the only scheduled vice presidential debate hosted by CBS News. On Tuesday night, they found moments of middle ground while debating health care, gun control and the economy. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more.
The vice presidential nominees were civil as they sparred during the CBS News debate Tuesday night. So who do voters think did a better job? Anthony Salvanto, CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Shelby Talcott, politics reporter for Semafor, and Fin Gómez, CBS News political director, join with more.
Republican Sen. JD Vance of Ohio and Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faced off at CBS News' vice presidential debate Tuesday night. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan sat down with some voters in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to gauge their thoughts on the match-up.
A federal judge unsealed new evidence Wednesday in former President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case. Trump has pleaded not guilty to the four charges in the case, including conspiracy to defraud the U.S. CBS News' Jan Crawford, Robert Costa and Nancy Cordes have the latest.
CBS News polled voters nationally after Tuesday's vice presidential debate on the tone and who they think won. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down the results.
Michigan voters joined CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan to react to Tuesday's vice presidential debate in New York City. They analyze the candidates' communication styles, their views on immigration and more.
When asked about former President Donald Trump's continued false claims about the validity of the 2020 election at the vice presidential debate Tuesday night, Sen. JD Vance said the focus needs to be on the future. Republican Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas joins "America Decides" with his reaction.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance of Ohio made several claims at Tuesday night's vice presidential debate. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins with a fact-check on the opioid crisis, immigration and more.
One of the top problems facing Americans is the high cost of health care. At the last presidential debate, former President Donald Trump said he had "concepts of a plan" for replacing the Affordable Care Act. Watch Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz discuss their campaigns' health proposals.
November 2024 will mark the first U.S. presidential election since the Supreme Court overturned its landmark decision in Roe v. Wade that established a federal constitutional right to abortion. Watch Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance discuss the issue of reproductive rights during the CBS News vice presidential debate on Tuesday.
CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan questioned Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz about a past claim that he was in Hong Kong during the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre. Walz reportedly didn't travel to Asia until August 1989, while the incident took place in the spring. Walz ended his response by saying he "got there that summer and misspoke on this."
Michigan and its 15 electoral votes are part of the "blue wall," the states that Democrats like to think are firmly in their camp. In 2016, former President Donald Trump became the first Republican to win there in nearly 30 years. CBS News national correspondent Jericka Duncan is in Grand Rapids, Michigan, speaking to voters.
Republican Sen. Katie Britt of Alabama joins "America Decides" to discuss Tuesday night's vice presidential debate between Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
Former President Donald Trump's running mate, Ohio Sen. JD Vance, amplified false claims that Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio are eating pets. The issue will likely arise when he takes the debate stage on Tuesday night. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will face off on the debate stage Tuesday night for their only scheduled vice presidential debate. Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts joins "America Decides" to discuss her hopes for the match-up.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has faced criticism for his response to the public unrest in his state after George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis in 2020. CBS News Confirmed mapped out how long it took Walz to bring in the National Guard during the outrage. CBS News Minnesota reporter Jennifer Mayerle explains the findings.
Former President Donald Trump reacted to Iran launching missiles toward Israel, an attack that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called a failure. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on Trump's reaction ahead of the vice presidential debate.
Typically, debates are held in battleground or key primary states. Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will face off in the only scheduled vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News, on Tuesday night in New York City. CBS News political director Fin Gómez discusses why the debate's location is unique and CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes analyzes winning debate strategies.
Former President Donald Trump's running mate turned to a Minnesota Republican to help him prepare for Tuesday night's debate. Rep. Tom Emmer worked with Sen. JD Vance as a stand-in for Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz. Emmer joins "America Decides" to discuss his role in the debate prep process.
The CBS News Confirmed team will fact-check Tuesday night's vice presidential debate online in real-time. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett explains how the process works.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are preparing to go head to head in their first and only scheduled debate Tuesday night. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe and CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns report from the spin room on the expectations and preparations. CBS News' executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto breaks down what voters are expecting from the vice presidential debate.
One of the two vice presidential candidates taking the debate stage Tuesday night was largely unknown to voters outside of Minnesota before joining the Democratic ticket. But even since then, many Americans might still be wondering: Who is Gov. Tim Walz? CBS News Minnesota reporter and anchor Esme Murphy explains.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will face off in the first and only scheduled vice presidential debate on CBS News Tuesday night. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa reports on how former President Donald Trump will be watching and what he expects from his running mate.
Helene's devastation is prompting the 2024 candidates to adjust their campaign schedules. Vice President Kamala Harris cut her visit to Nevada short to attend briefings on disaster recovery, and former President Donald Trump toured some of the storm's damage in Georgia. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett has more.
Ohio Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to debate Tuesday night on CBS News. Executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "America Decides" to unpack a new poll on how voters see the stakes of the match-up.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will head an effort, dubbed DOGE, to reduce wasteful federal spending. Here's what it's about.
Tropical Storm Sara developed in the Caribbean on Thursday, threatening parts of Central America with life-threatening and potentially catastrophic rain.
The purchase was confirmed by The Onion, with the support of Sandy Hook families, and conspiracy theorist Jones, who posted a video on X.
A recess appointment would allow Trump to install some officials and sidestep lengthy hearings and a floor vote.
The DOJ launched a civil rights investigation into conditions at the Fulton County Jail after several inmates had died in a matter of weeks. One inmate, according to his family, was "eaten alive" by bed bugs.
The Russian planes were "not adhering to international norms" when Italian and Norwegian NATO jets were mobilized.
The necklace containing around 300 carats of diamonds was bought by an unidentified woman who put in her bid over the phone, Sotheby's said.
CBS News projects Republicans will hold onto control of the House, with a handful of seats still undecided.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
The U.S. Postal Service's loss widened in fiscal 2024, although revenue rose slightly after two stamp hikes this year.
A recess appointment would allow Trump to install some officials and sidestep lengthy hearings and a floor vote.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency said it is already recruiting people to work on the new initiative to cut federal spending.
The U.S. Postal Service's loss widened in fiscal 2024, although revenue rose slightly after two stamp hikes this year.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency said it is already recruiting people to work on the new initiative to cut federal spending.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
Here's how to get a free holiday-themed reusable red cup and what else there is to know about the event.
Ben & Jerry's independent board accuses Unilever of preventing the ice cream brand from advocating for Palestinian rights.
A recess appointment would allow Trump to install some officials and sidestep lengthy hearings and a floor vote.
Kennedy has a long record of criticizing vaccines, including spreading misleading claims about their safety.
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency said it is already recruiting people to work on the new initiative to cut federal spending.
Among the 757 reports received, 4% had unusual descriptions, like "green fireball" or "a jelly fish with [multicolored] flashing lights."
The DOJ launched a civil rights investigation into conditions at the Fulton County Jail after several inmates had died in a matter of weeks. One inmate, according to his family, was "eaten alive" by bed bugs.
Exercising like the most active 25% of Americans can help those over 40 add an extra 5 years to their life on average, according to new research.
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
As the weather cools down, dating heats up — but here's why a "slowmance" might be worth a try this cuffing season.
A new report shows global diabetes rates have doubled, rising from 7% in 1990 to 14% in 2022, with the largest increase seen in low and middle-income countries. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the health risks tied to this surge.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Tropical Storm Sara developed in the Caribbean on Thursday, threatening parts of Central America with life-threatening and potentially catastrophic rain.
Air pollution choking New Delhi has ground outdoor work to a halt and disrupted air travel in the Indian capital.
The Russian planes were "not adhering to international norms" when Italian and Norwegian NATO jets were mobilized.
India's Supreme Court has warned state authorities that bulldozing illegally constructed homes in an "arbitrary pick and choose" way is an abuse of their powers.
South Africa's government says it will let thousands of illegal miners starve until they accept their fate and emerge from an abandoned shaft to face arrest.
Billy Bob Thornton stars in "Landman," a series crafted specifically for him by Taylor Sheridan.
In the first volume of the singer-actress' memoirs, Cher recounts attending, at age 11, an event that would change the direction of her life: an Elvis Presley concert.
Jaleel White joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss his new book "Growing Up Urkel" and talks about life after his role as the beloved character Steve Urkel.
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back to 2002 when Perdue Farms chairman Jim Perdue stepped out of his office to work alongside his employees.
Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new role in "Landman," the latest Paramount Plus series from "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan. Thornton stars as Tommy Norris, a man tasked with managing land and people in the oil-rich landscapes of West Texas.
In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."
On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.
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.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would nominate former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to discuss the move.
Authorities suspect they've found the remains of 10 to 20 human skulls on a property in southeastern New Mexico.
The FBI is reportedly investigating burglaries at the homes of Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The string of burglaries happened early last month while neither of them were home. At least $20,000 in cash was taken from Kelce's home. Neither one has addressed the burglaries publicly.
Germán Reyes was arrested on charges of homicide for the killing of Alejandro Arcos just a week after he took office as mayor, officials said.
A judge denied bail for Kouri Richins a second time on Tuesday, ordering the Utah mom to remain in jail until she goes on trial for allegedly fatally poisoning her husband in 2022.
A judge on Tuesday sentenced former Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira to 15 years in prison for leaking classified Pentagon documents on social media. The 22-year-old pleaded guilty to six counts of violating the Espionage Act in March. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has more.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
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.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
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.
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.
The satirical news company The Onion bought the right-wing media outlet Infowars at a bankruptcy auction. CBS News' Lilia Luciano reports on why the acquisition happened and what they plan on doing with the platform.
Once President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office on Jan. 20, 2025, the federal government is sure to feel a shake-up. But what about the lives of everyday people in the capital of the U.S.? Michael Schaffer, senior editor and columnist at Politico, joins "America Decides" to discuss the changes that Washington, D.C., residents are bracing for.
Matt Gaetz resigned from the House of Representatives on Wednesday after President-elect Donald Trump tapped him to lead the Department of Justice as attorney general. Before Gaetz resigned, the House Ethics Committee had been investigating claims of sexual misconduct and other violations, which he has denied. CBS News investigative producer Michael Kaplan has more. Then, Republican strategist Kevin Sheridan and former Democratic Rep. Mondaire Jones of New York join with analysis.
President-elect Donald Trump announced this week that Elon Musk will help lead a new agency known as the Department of Government Efficiency. Theodore Schleifer, campaign finance reporter for The New York Times, joins "America Decides" to unpack his new reporting on the billionaire's influence over the Trump transition.
Ten House Republicans voted to impeach President-elect Donald Trump after the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021. Just a few years later, only two are left in Congress. CBS News political reporter Hunter Woodall joins "America Decides" with more.