Is Donald Trump ready to be president? GOP leaders hesitate
For Trump's allies to demur on the question of his qualifications after he ran one of the most successful primary campaigns in history is extraordinary. And yet, they are
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Anti-Trump forces are pushing new rules to "free the delegates" and allow them to vote their conscience
Donald Trump questions a rival's religion (again)
The presumptive Republican nominee raises doubts about Hillary Clinton's faith - a tactic he used repeatedly in the GOP primary
GOP's youngest delegates begin summer vacation with eye on convention
CBS News talked to a few of the 18-to-21-year-old Republican delegates, among them, one who's pushing to unbind the lot of them
GOP delegates plan last-ditch effort to stop Trump
Organizers say they can change the rules and allow delegates to vote for someone else at July's GOP convention, an idea which the RNC strongly denied
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Hillary Clinton is making history as she becomes the first female presumptive presidential nominee of a major American political party; Their school district ranks among the bottom ten percent in the country and Compton, Calif., is one of the nation's most violent cities
Rubio rebukes Trump over Judge Curiel: "It's offensive"
Trump's former rival directly disagreed with the presumptive nominee, saying, "He's wrong. The judge is an American"
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
With California, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota and South Dakota all set to vote in primaries Tuesday
With California, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota and South Dakota all set to vote in primaries Tuesday, Hillary Clinton is on the verge of becoming the first female Democratic nominee in history. What's more, she's set to clinch the nomination eight years to the day after her memorable 2008 concession speech.
Trump threatens to impose sweeping new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China
He said he'd do it to help crack down on illegal immigration and drugs. Economists say such tariffs could dramatically raise prices on everything from gas to autos.
Judge dismisses charges against Trump in D.C. election case after Smith request
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal judge to toss out the charges against President-elect Donald Trump in the case stemming from the 2020 election.
Special counsel seeks to end bid to revive documents case against Trump
Special counsel Jack Smith asked a federal appeals court to dismiss his appeal in the documents case against President-elect Donald Trump.
White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years for fatally shooting Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz was sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Ajike Owens, her Black neighbor, through her front door last year.
Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn sparking internal strife over appointments
Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
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Planning to retire at 65? Most Americans have to stop working earlier.
Most Americans are forced to retire earlier than they had expected, often disrupting their financial planning.
Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
Trump threatens to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on first day in office
President-elect Donald Trump threatened to impose new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China as soon as he takes office as part of his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration and drugs.
West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
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Biden wants drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic covered by Medicare, Medicaid
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
Planning to retire at 65? Most Americans have to stop working earlier.
Most Americans are forced to retire earlier than they had expected, often disrupting their financial planning.
Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
Is AI better at planning and booking a vacation than you are?
Two CBS News correspondents conducted an experiment to see which was better at planning a trip — AI or a person. Here's what they found.
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Biden wants drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic covered by Medicare, Medicaid
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
Walmart the latest big corporation to scale back DEI policies
Walmart is rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations doing the same after coming under attack by conservative activists.
Biden will attend Trump's inauguration in January, White House says
President-elect Donald Trump skipped President Biden's inauguration following Trump's supporters' Capitol assault.
White House Christmas tree came from Helene-devastated tree farm
A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree.
Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn sparking internal strife over appointments
Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role.
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West Virginia ends promising subsidy program for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
In 2020, West Virginia launched a pilot program to subsidize GLP-1 drugs for public employees, but the program was shuttered in March.
As many as 1 in 5 people won't lose weight with GLP-1 drugs, experts say
About 20% of patients — as many as 1 in 5 — may not respond well to medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy, according to several obesity experts.
A study to devise nutritional guidance just for you
When it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. The National Institutes of Health's new nutrition study hopes to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?"
A study to personalize nutrition guidance just for you
From the four food groups to the Food Pyramid, the U.S. government has long offered guidance to Americans hoping to eat a healthier diet. But there's growing scientific consensus that when it comes to eating healthy, all of us respond to foods differently. And to prove it, the National Institutes of Health has embarked on the most ambitious nutrition study ever, hoping to finally provide Americans a personalized answer to the question: "What should I eat?" Correspondent Lee Cowan reports.
New treatments offer hope for older patients with a deadly cancer diagnosis
Glioblastoma typically kills within 18 months, but a new type of treatment has kept Nadya El-Afandi's scans clear 17 months after diagnosis.
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Lawmakers brawl over deadly train station roof collapse in Serbia
Scuffles and fistfights broke out weeks after a deadly rail station roof collapse that ignited tensions in the Balkan state.
Mystery of serial shoe robber solved when camera catches culprit
Police thought a shoe thief was on the loose at a kindergarten, until a security camera caught the furry culprit in action.
Chinese trans woman awarded thousands over forced electroshock therapy
Trans performance artist Ling'er says she was forced to undergo electroshock treatments at a hospital in China that left her with a heart condition.
Best-selling novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91
Barbara Taylor Bradford was one of the world's most popular and wealthiest writers, her net worth estimated at more than $200 million.
16 missing after Egyptian tour boat sinks on Red Sea diving trip
Authorities in Egypt say a luxury yacht that set off with 45 people from the Red Sea port of Ghalib for a week-long diving trip sank, with 28 rescued and 16 still missing.
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Drake accuses Spotify, UMG of inflating Kendrick Lamar's "Not Like Us"
The petition alleges UMG used bots to drive up streams on "Not Like Us," paid radio promoters to increase air play and paid Apple to have Siri misdirect users to Kendrick Lamar's hit song.
"Glicked" sweeps box office
"Wicked" led the box office with $114 million, while "Gladiator II" earned $55 million in a record-setting pre-Thanksgiving weekend. The combined success marks the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic. Rebecca Rubin, a senior film and media reporter with Variety, has more.
"Wicked," "Gladiator II" soar at box office
While "Gladiator II" earned $55 million at the box office domestically, "Wicked" soared with $114 million. It was the biggest pre-Thanksgiving weekend opening since the COVID-19 pandemic, with the two movies earning the nickname "Glicked."
Best-selling novelist Barbara Taylor Bradford dies at 91
Barbara Taylor Bradford was one of the world's most popular and wealthiest writers, her net worth estimated at more than $200 million.
"Oregon Trail" computer game is now being developed as a movie
One of the most successful computer games of all time is currently being developed by Apple as a forthcoming movie.
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Starbucks impacted by ransomware attack on software vendor
Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas' pay, but customers unaffected.
How AI can help to plan your next vacation
More than one third of travelers says they've incorporated artificial intelligence into their travel planning, according to a recent survey. CBS News compared how efficient booking a trip with the help of AI is compared to doing the research yourself.
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.
Microsoft 365 is experiencing an outage. Here's what to know.
Microsoft said it's investigating an issue impacting access to Microsoft 365 and its Teams app.
A new generation of shopping cart, with GPS and AI
At a Price Chopper outside Kansas City, shoppers are test driving the new Caper Cart, featuring digital screens, GPS, cameras equipped with artificial intelligence, and packaging scanners that spit out coupons. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti looks at the technology used to "reinvent the wheel" of the shopping cart.
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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.
Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
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Menendez brothers resentencing delayed
A California judge on Monday delayed his decision on whether to resentence the Menendez brothers until January. In October, the outgoing Los Angeles district attorney requested a judge reconsider Lyle and Erik's sentences for the 1989 murders of their parents after new evidence was introduced. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston reports.
NFL, NBA warn players about burglaries
The NFL and the NBA have issued warnings to players about transnational gangs that may be targeting them for burglaries. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the criminals behind the schemes.
Paths for Menendez brothers' freedom
There are three legal paths for the Menendez brothers to potentially leave prison after serving several decades for the 1989 killings of their parents. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down the latest in their legal battle.
White Florida woman sentenced to 25 years for fatally shooting Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz was sentenced to 25 years in prison for shooting Ajike Owens, her Black neighbor, through her front door last year.
Arrest made after woman, baby shot dead in car in Connecticut
A suspect in the fatal shooting of a woman and her 4-month-old son inside a car in Hartford, Connecticut, was arrested in Puerto Rico, officials said.
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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.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
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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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What does financial success look like?
According to a new survey from financial service company Empower, Gen Z Americans believe it takes a salary of $588,000 to be considered financially successful. That's more than double the figure from other generations. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins to unpack the findings.
Arguments heard over pending Infowars sale
A federal judge in Texas plans to hold another hearing to decide whether satirical news outlet "The Onion" can move forward with the purchase of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' company, Infowars. CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian has the latest from Houston.
Thanksgiving week 2024 weather forecast
Multiple weather systems are forecast to drop rain and snow across the U.S. during the week of Thanksgiving. CBS News national weather correspondent Rob Marciano has more on what conditions to expect.
Security high ahead of Thanksgiving events
Federal and local authorities are reportedly warning the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City could be a target for would-be terrorists. Law enforcement officials will also need to be on high alert for what could be the busiest and most crowded holiday travel season yet. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd joins with analysis.
Illegal crossings on track for Biden-era low
For the first time under the Biden administration, illegal crossings at the southern border are on track to dip below 50,000 for November. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.