Nikki Haley asks for Secret Service protection
Nikki Haley has asked for Secret Service protection amid threats she's received while running for the Republican presidential nomination.
Election 2024
Nikki Haley makes surprise appearance on "Saturday Night Live"
Nikki Haley emerged unexpectedly from the "SNL" studio audience on Saturday night, posing as "a concerned South Carolina voter."
South Carolina Democratic primary turnout for 2024
The showing marks the lowest turnout in the last few presidential primaries for Democrats. But the contest was far-less competitive.
Arab American leaders urge Michigan to vote "uncommitted," send message to Biden
Community leaders want voters to choose "uncommitted" in Michigan primary to show unhappiness with Biden's stance on Israel-Hamas conflict.
Senate Democrats face steep odds in trying to hold majority in November
Democrats, who hold a 51-49 majority in the Senate, will be defending 22 incumbents and face the near certain loss of West Virginia, with Joe Manchin's retirement.
Biden projected to win South Carolina's 2024 Democratic primary
South Carolina held the first official Democratic presidential primary election of 2024.
Abortion access on the ballot in 2024
Abortion access will be on the ballot again this November in 10 states.
Bolton says Haley should stay in presidential race through the GOP convention
Trump's former national security adviser says Haley can "carry the flag" for every Republican who doesn't want Trump to win the presidency.
Trump PACs spent nearly $50 million on legal bills in 2023
Trump's PACs spent $50 million in donor money on attorneys, legal consulting and investigation-related fees across 2023, his latest campaign finance filings say.
Haley shifts focus in effort to close gap with Trump in South Carolina
As Nikki Haley campaigns in her home state of South Carolina, she's highlighting her record as the state's twice-elected governor.
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce conspiracy theories abound with Chiefs in Super Bowl
The claims are ludicrous and may well reflect the fear on the political right that someone as famous as Swift could influence the presidential race if she urges her fans in one direction.
Senators push federal commission to help defend voters from AI disinformation
The letter from Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Susan Collins comes after a robocall in New Hampshire gained national attention.
Nikki Haley on White House bid: "This is just getting started"
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley faces a major test in her home state next month as she pursues the GOP presidential nomination.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. mulls running for president as Libertarian
Running as a Libertarian would likely assure RFK Jr. of greater ballot access than if he continues to run as an independent.
Haley faces uphill battle as South Carolina Republicans rally behind Trump
Trump has received endorsements from the South Carolina governor, its two senators, and five of the state's six House Republicans.
Republican National Committee said to scrap naming Trump "presumptive" nominee
The RNC reportedly reversed course after Trump said he wanted to win the nod "the old-fashioned way" — at the ballot box.
Biden pausing consideration of new natural gas export terminals
Environmentalists cheered and LNG companies blasted the election year decision.
How much did candidates, PACs spend on the New Hampshire primary?
Much of the money poured into New Hampshire for the 2024 primary race came from super PACs supporting the candidates.
Biden tried to put abortion in the forefront. But pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted.
President Biden took the stage surrounded by supporters with signs saying "Defend choice" and "Restore Roe," but less than a minute into his remarks, he was interrupted by the protesters.
Arizona GOP chair resigns over leaked Kari Lake recording
Arizona Republican Party Chairman Jeff DeWit has resigned after he could be heard in a leaked recording asking Senate candidate Kari Lake to name a price that would keep her out of politics.
United Auto Workers endorses Biden's reelection bid
The United Auto Workers endorsed President Biden during its political convention in Washington, D.C.
2024 New Hampshire GOP primary turnout compared to past elections
The 2024 Republican primary broke turnout records in the state even amid concern about low energy surrounding the two-person race.
Trump wins 2024 New Hampshire primary as Haley vows to continue fight
Former President Donald Trump's victory in New Hampshire further cements his status as the clear front-runner to become the Republican Party's 2024 presidential nominee.
New Hampshire voter exit polls show how Trump won the state's 2024 GOP primary
How Trump won the 2024 New Hampshire Republican primary election, according to CBS News' exit polling.
Haley pledges to continue her campaign after New Hampshire primary loss
Former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley placed second behind former President Donald Trump in the New Hampshire Republican primary.
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These 40 airports could be impacted by the FAA's capacity cuts and flight cancellations
The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown could hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, according to a proposed list obtained by CBS News.
ICE officer injured by detainee as threats against agents rise, DHS says
DHS said an ICE officer was seriously injured Monday after being struck in the face with a metal coffee cup during an arrest operation in Houston.
CEO challenging Trump in court could trigger wave of tariff refunds
Chicago-area toymaker Rick Woldenberg sued Trump over tariffs in a landmark case heard by the Supreme Court Wednesday.
Putin requests proposals for possible resumption of nuclear weapons tests
President Vladimir Putin says Russia has adhered to a ban on nuclear test explosions after President Trump claimed Moscow is testing nuclear weapons.
Moderate Democrat Jared Golden won't seek reelection in key midterm race
Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine will not run for reelection next year, he announced Wednesday, a move that could complicate Democrats' efforts to win a House majority.
Judge in Comey case admonishes DOJ for "indict first, investigate second"
Magistrate Judge William Fitzpatrick said Wednesday that he was concerned by the Justice Department's "highly unusual" handling of the case by moving to "indict first, investigate second."
Mamdani's election draws celebration, pride and anger around the world
Mayor-elect Mamdani's win in New York is cheered by his London counterpart and a former mentor in Uganda, but draws a warning from Israel's U.S. ambassador.
Government shutdown prompts FAA to float flight cancellations as Senate talks continue
Bipartisan Senate talks aimed at ending the government shutdown continued as both parties grappled with the fallout from Tuesday's elections, and the FAA said it would cut airline capacity in dozens of markets.
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Trump administration ending protected status for South Sudanese nationals
The termination marks a significant shift in U.S. policy toward South Sudan, a country that U.N. experts warn could be sliding "back toward another deadly war."
Here's what CBS News exit polls told us about the 2025 elections
Exit polls in the 2025 races in New Jersey, Virginia, New York City and California showed Trump and the economy were on the minds of voters.
Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Trump's sweeping tariffs
The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
Potential consequences of Prop 50 redistricting measure, beyond California
California's approval of Proposition 50 sets in motion a redistricting plan that could result in pickups of five seats for Democrats in the Golden State — an effort that may ripple beyond California's borders.
California voters pass Prop 50 to redraw the state's congressional maps, CBS News projects
California voters have passed Proposition 50, CBS News projects, approving a measure that will redraw the state's congressional districts.
How each NYC neighborhood voted in the mayoral race
Zohran Mamdani won every borough except Staten Island, which went for Andrew Cuomo.
Democrat Jay Jones wins Virginia attorney general's race despite texting scandal
At the beginning of October, Jay Jones' violent text messages from in 2022 resurfaced and were condemned by both parties.
What Mamdani's win could mean for Democrats nationwide
A Democratic Socialists of America leader says New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani offers a "powerful way forward" for Democrats — but some moderates worry he'll hand the GOP "a pretty potent set of weapons" in next year's midterms.
Mamdani wins NYC mayoral election as his affordability focus energizes voters
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist state assemblyman from Queens, will be New York City's 111th mayor.
Democrats win key governor's races in New Jersey and Virginia after post-Trump slump
Democrats are set to sweep Tuesday's gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, with Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger projected to win.
Democrat Mikie Sherrill defeats Jack Ciattarelli in N.J. governor's race
Democrat Mikie Sherrill is set to be the next governor of New Jersey after she defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli, CBS News projects.
2 killed in latest U.S. strike on alleged drug boat, Hegseth says
Dating back to early September, the Trump administration has reported well over a dozen such strikes in the waters of the Caribbean and eastern Pacific Ocean off South America.