Why Cruz won't support Trump
CBS News' Bob Schieffer and CBSN contributor Leslie Sanchez react to Ted Cruz's speech at the RNC. On Thursday morning, Cruz told Texas delegates why he didn't endorse the Republican nominee in his convention speech.
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Ted Cruz faces questions
Emotions ran high during a Ted Cruz question and answer session Thursday morning. The Texas senator explained why he didn't back Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention, saying he couldn't endorse someone who attacked his wife.
Ted Cruz fallout
Texas Senator Ted Cruz is standing by his decision not to endorse GOP nominee Donald Trump in his speech at the Republican National Convention. His refusal was met with boos. Cruz explained his thinking at a Thursday morning speaking engagement.
Schieffer on RNC Day 3
The crowd at the Republican National Convention erupted into boos Wednesday night when Texas Sen. Ted Cruz did not endorse Donald Trump in his speech. CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer, former chief Washington correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how the Trump campaign may have gotten what they wanted from Cruz's speech and why there are "two Hillary Clinton conventions" because of the hard focus on driving up her negatives at the RNC.
Gingrich on Trump & NATO allies
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich tried to clarify Ted Cruz's "vote your conscience" comments in his own speech Wednesday night at the Republican National Convention. Gingrich joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss Wednesday night's speeches and Donald Trump's comments suggesting he might not honor NATO agreements as president.
Impact of Cruz snubbing Trump
Republicans are blasting Ted Cruz for Wednesday night's speech at the Republican National Convention. The presidential candidate who finished second to Donald Trump did not endorse the GOP nominee and left the stage to boos from the crowd. But Democrat Hillary Clinton parroted Cruz, tweeting, "Vote your conscience." Bloomberg Politics managing editor John Heilemann joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the convention drama.
Eric Trump on "classless" Cruz
For the third night in a row, a member of Donald Trump's family spoke in primetime. His son, Eric Trump, followed Ted Cruz on stage and made his endorsement very clear. Eric Trump joins "CBS This Morning" to respond to Cruz not endorsing Donald Trump and discuss his father's conditions for NATO allies.
Mike Pence tries to unite GOP
The third night of the Republican National Convention was supposed to be Gov. Mike Pence's night to shine, but the outrage over Texas Sen. Ted Cruz's speech that did not endorse Donald Trump took attention away from the vice presidential nominee. Pence tried to emphasize the need for party unity to elect Trump. Josh Elliott reports.
After losing several primaries to Hillary Clinton Tuesday night, Sen. Bernie Sanders gave a feisty speech to supporters in Santa Monica, Calif., where he attacked Donald Trump as a "bigot" and sounded familiar campaign themes against of economic equality
After losing several primaries to Hillary Clinton Tuesday night, Sen. Bernie Sanders gave a feisty speech to supporters in Santa Monica, Calif., where he attacked Donald Trump as a "bigot" and sounded familiar campaign themes against of economic equality.
Hillary Clinton claimed the Democratic nomination and marked the historical moment Tuesday night saying, "we've reached a milestone"
Hillary Clinton claimed the Democratic nomination and marked the historical moment Tuesday night saying, "we've reached a milestone." Former "Face The Nation" anchor Bob Schieffer joins the CBSN political panel to discuss Clinton's glass-ceiling shattering win.
In what could be a move to ease the minds of a number of Republicans tired of off the cuff remarks, Donald Trump used a teleprompter in his Tuesday night victory speech
In what could be a move to ease the minds of a number of Republicans tired of off the cuff remarks, Donald Trump used a teleprompter in his Tuesday night victory speech. The move helped him to stay more on message. CBSN's political panel discussed with Major Garrett whether or not this could be the new norm for Trump.
Donald Trump called for party unity and pulled no punches against Hillary Clinton while speaking to his supporters Tuesday night
Donald Trump called for party unity and pulled no punches against Hillary Clinton while speaking to his supporters Tuesday night. CBSN's political panel breaks down Trump's comments.
Hillary Clinton noted the history being made as she addressed her supporters with a victory speech Tuesday night
Hillary Clinton noted the history being made as she addressed her supporters with a victory speech Tuesday night. She also said Donald Trump doesn't have the temperament to be president. CBSN's political panel offered their thoughts on Clinton's speech.
The White House is saying that President Obama called both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders and congratulated them on their campaigns Tuesday
The White House is saying that President Obama called both Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders and congratulated them on their campaigns Tuesday. The White House also said the president would meet Sanders at Sanders' request on Thursday. CBSN's political panel explored what might be discussed between the two.
Hillary Clinton congratulated Bernie Sanders on a hard-fought campaign and turned her attention to November Tuesday night saying Donald Trump was "unfit" to be president
Hillary Clinton congratulated Bernie Sanders on a hard-fought campaign and turned her attention to November Tuesday night saying Donald Trump was "unfit" to be president. See the most notable moments from her speech.
Hillary Clinton has become the first woman to be the presumptive presidential nominee of a major American party
Hillary Clinton has become the first woman to be the presumptive presidential nominee of a major American party. On Tuesday, Clinton addressed her supporters in New York and discussed the issues she will campaign on in coming months against Donald Trump. See her full speech.
After another round of unopposed primary wins, Donald Trump addressed supporters in New York
After another round of unopposed primary wins, Donald Trump addressed supporters in New York.
Donald Trump called for GOP unity while speaking to supporters following the final six primaries and caucuses Tuesday night
Donald Trump called for GOP unity while speaking to supporters following the final six primaries and caucuses Tuesday night. Trump also pulled no punches while going after Hillary Clinton, who's now the presumptive Democratic nominee. Watch Trump's full speech.
Donald Trump picked up unopposed primary victories in several states Tuesday night
Donald Trump picked up unopposed primary victories in several states Tuesday night. Afterwards he called for GOP unity and bashed Hillary Clinton in a speech to supporters in New York. Major Garrett has more.
Hillary Clinton is making history as she becomes the first female presumptive presidential nominee of a major American political party
Hillary Clinton is making history as she becomes the first female presumptive presidential nominee of a major American political party. Bernie Sanders has yet to concede even as Clinton's delegate total grows with more primary victories. Nancy Cordes has more.
After Monday night's estimate that Hillary Clinton had attained the minimum number of delegates to secure the Democratic presidential nomination, Tuesday's primaries are a little anti-climatic
After Monday night's estimate that Hillary Clinton had attained the minimum number of delegates to secure the Democratic presidential nomination, Tuesday's primaries are a little anti-climatic. Despite that, Bernie Sanders has said there is nothing to concede. Nancy Cordes has more.
Donald Trump softened his earlier position about a judge overseeing a fraud case against Trump University
Donald Trump softened his earlier position about a judge overseeing a fraud case against Trump University. Trump said Tuesday, "I do not feel that one's heritage makes them incapable of being impartial." Earlier this week Trump said the Indiana-born judge wasn't being fair because of his heritage. Major Garrett has the latest.
In what is probably a first, the Speaker of the House has disavowed statements made by his own party's likely presidential nominee
In what is probably a first, the Speaker of the House has disavowed statements made by his own party's likely presidential nominee. After Donald Trump called a Mexican-American judge biased against him because of his race, Paul Ryan said Trump's comments were indefensible and racist. John Dickerson spoke with Ryan on Tuesday.
Bob Schieffer has been following every election since 1968 and he says he can't remember a primary season ending in as much gloom as the 2016 race
Bob Schieffer has been following every election since 1968 and he says he can't remember a primary season ending in as much gloom as the 2016 race.
CBS News estimates that Hillary Clinton has reached the minimum 2,383 delegates to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination
CBS News estimates that Hillary Clinton has reached the minimum 2,383 delegates to clinch the Democratic presidential nomination. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto has more
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Savannah Guthrie says "we will pay" in new plea for mother's safe return
Savannah Guthrie released a new video on Saturday, saying her family is willing to pay for the safe return of their mother.
Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
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Washington Post publisher Will Lewis resigns just days after paper enacts mass layoffs
Will Lewis, CEO and publisher of the Washington Post, has resigned just three days after the storied newspaper laid off about one-third of its staff.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
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Nancy Pelosi to endorse Jack Schlossberg in New York congressional race
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
Trump throws support behind Nexstar-Tegna broadcast deal he once opposed
Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna would bring together two companies with significant holdings in local broadcast media.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Ilia Malinin stunned by Yuma Kagiyama in Olympic figure skating short program
The U.S. ended Saturday in first place with 44 points. Japan was five points back going into the men's, women's and pairs free skates to decide the medals Sunday.
Jake Paul joins JD Vance to watch U.S. women's hockey team at Olympics
The U.S. women's hockey team eased to a 5-0 win over Finland on Saturday afternoon.
Italy nabs first gold medal of Milano Cortina Olympics in speedskating upset
Francesca Lollobrigida set a new Olympic record of 3 minutes, 54.28 seconds, shaving more than two-and-a-half seconds off the mark set by Dutch legend Irene Schouten four years earlier in Beijing.
4 suspects arrested after bombing at Pakistan mosque leaves 31 dead
Friday's attack was the deadliest suicide bombing in Islamabad in nearly 20 years.
U.S. speedskater Greta Myers learned of Olympic debut hours before race
U.S. speed skater Greta Myers learned about her Olympic debut in the 3000m three hours before the race was due to begin.
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Brad Arnold, 3 Doors Down founder and lead singer, dies at 47
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Who's performing at the Super Bowl halftime show? Here's the full list
Bad Bunny is set to take the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else is performing at Super Bowl 60.
Twisted Sister cancels reunion shows as frontman Dee Snider resigns
Lead singer and frontman Dee Snider said he suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years.
Best books for Valentine's Day
Sarah Gelman, editorial director at Amazon Books, joins "CBS Saturday Morning" to recommend some of the best books to read around Valentine's Day.
Super Bowl food that's bound to go viral
Super Bowl chefs spend an entire year developing the menu for the big game, and "CBS Saturday Morning" gets a sneak peek at some of the mouth-watering options.
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Super Bowl fans warned to leave drones at home amid flight ban
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Did a popular acne medication drive a Texas teen to shoot his friends?
Connor Hilton, 17, said that after taking Accutane, a prescribed acne medication, he began to have suicidal and homicidal thoughts – thoughts that, his defense argued, led him to shoot two friends in the head at his Friendswood, Texas, home. Prosecutors weren't convinced.
Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home, investigate new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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The Rx Defense
A Texas teenager shoots two of his friends. He says a popular acne medication made him do it. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Diving into Hilary Knight career at final Olympics
Ice hockey forward Hilary Knight showed the world why she's one of the greatest players ever. With her 14th goal, the captain of Team USA moved into a tie for the most goals scored by a U.S. Women's hockey player at the Winter Olympics. Andres Gutierrez reports on her career and her last Olympic run.
Levi's aims to share their story at their stadium
The countdown is on for the big game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Kris Van Kleave is outside what's been called the Field of Jeans.
What to know after first full day of the Olympics
Saturday marked the first full day of the Olympic Winter Games in Italy. Switzerland took the first gold medal in men's downhill skiing. In all, five medal events were held, but no gold yet for Team USA. Seth Doane has the latest details from Cortina, Italy.
Fallout over Epstein files escalates in the U.K.
The political fallout in Britain following the latest Epstein documents release became so intense that on Saturday, there were growing calls for the U.K.'s prime minister to step down.