Trump's latest indictment splits his 2024 GOP rivals
Several of former President Donald Trump's opponents were quick to criticize the "weaponization" of the Justice Department, while others said it shows he is unfit to be president again.
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GOP presidential race for Iowa begins to take shape
Only two of the 13 presidential candidates who appeared at the Lincoln Dinner over the weekend criticized Trump directly. One was booed off the stage.
GOP talk of Trump pardon is "inappropriate," Asa Hutchinson says
Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson said it's "inappropriate" for his GOP rivals to talk about pardoning former President Donald Trump.
Haley calls Trump accusations "incredibly dangerous" if true
A superseding indictment added three new felony charges against Donald Trump in the case involving documents with classified markings discovered at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida.
Transcript: Former Gov. Asa Hutchinson on "Face the Nation," July 30, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, who is running for president, that aired on "Face the Nation" on July 30, 2023.
Biden acknowledges 7th grandchild, and Republicans take jabs
The president said he and the first lady "only want what is best for all of our grandchildren, including Navy."
Transcript: Nikki Haley on "Face the Nation," July 30, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, who is running for president, which aired on "Face the Nation" on July 30, 2023.
DeSantis barnstorms through Iowa, as his campaign adjusts
"We're gonna keep working. We're not entitled to anything. I'm not a political prognosticator. All I'm saying is I'm gonna outwork everybody, and we are going to earn the support," DeSantis said.
Judge blocks Manhattan D.A. subpoena of Melania Trump emails
The judge ruled that subpoenas seeking emails and other documents were overly broad.
Tim Scott rebukes DeSantis over Florida's Black history curriculum
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and his allies have been defending the state's controversial new Black history teaching standard, which includes instruction on how "slaves developed skills" that "could be applied for their personal benefit."
DeSantis says "voters have to make a decision" on Trump's legal woes
The Florida governor also insisted he's "not picking a fight" with GOP Rep. Byron Donalds over school curriculum on slavery.
Where the 2024 Republican presidential candidates stand on China
Here's what the GOP presidential candidates have said about China, a prominent foreign policy topic in the 2024 presidential election.
Gen Z activists hope Supreme Court decisions will motivate youth vote
Young voter groups hope to replicate the boost in midterm election turnout after the Supreme Court struck down the federal right to an abortion in 2022.
DeSantis campaign shedding 38 staffers in bid to stay competitive through fall
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is shaving more than a third of his campaign staff from the payroll in a move designed to keep him financially solvent into the fall.
Doug Burgum says he qualified for GOP debate, after paying donors $20
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum's campaign offered $20 gift cards to people who donated as little as $1.
DeSantis uninjured in car accident in Tennessee, campaign says
The accident occurred in Tennessee, where Florida Ron DeSantis is attending a pair of private fundraisers.
Special counsel continues focus on Trump after sending target letter
Special counsel prosecutors have recently questioned at least two witnesses in the investigation of Trump's post-election conduct, after sending him a target letter last Sunday.
RFK Jr. testifies at House censorship hearing, denies antisemitic comments
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. worked to defend himself against accusations that he traffics in racist and hateful online conspiracy theories, testifying at a House hearing.
Burgum meets donor threshold for debate with help of $20 gift cards
Most of North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum's new donations poured in after he promised $20 Visa or Mastercard gift cards to donors in exchange for a $1 donation.
Despite sparse voter interest, Hutchinson optimistic about 2024
"Even if you find six people there, I enjoy it, because you have a question and answer, you get to know them," GOP presidential candidate and former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Monday.
Super PAC supporting DeSantis uses AI for Trump voice in Iowa ad
Never Back Down is attacking former President Trump in an Iowa ad that uses an AI-generated Trump voice.
Democrats urge Republicans to rescind RFK Jr. invitation to testify
Democratic presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to testify before a House panel Thursday.
DeSantis campaign fires staffers after fundraising shows high spending rate
The Florida governor's presidential campaign spent nearly 40% of what they raised in the latest fundraising quarter.
Which presidential candidates raised the most from April through June?
Presidential campaigns had until Saturday night to report their fundraising totals for the second quarter.
Trump skips Iowa candidate event, feuds with GOP Iowa governor
Bob Vander Plaats, CEO of the Family Leader, said of Trump's decision to skip the group's GOP candidate event in Iowa Friday, "I don't think it is just a smart idea on his part."
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ICE's detainee population reaches 66,000, a new record high, statistics show
ICE's detainee population is at the highest level on record as President Trump intensifies his crackdown on illegal immigration — and just over half did not have criminal charges or convictions, according to data obtained by CBS News.
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Airlines scramble to comply with FAA order cutting thousands of flights
The FAA ordered airlines to cut thousands of flights starting Friday as the agency deals with air traffic controller shortages during the government shutdown.
Judge orders Trump administration to fully fund SNAP benefits for November
U.S. District Judge John McConnell ordered the Trump administration to provide the full food stamp benefits by Friday.
Trump could hike other tariffs if Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA levies
Trade experts expect some U.S. tariffs to remain elevated even if the Supreme Court strikes down President Trump's IEEPA levies.
Justices let Trump enforce new passport policy removing "X" gender marker
The Supreme Court agreed to freeze a lower court order that stopped the State Department from enforcing a new passport policy put into place by President Trump earlier this year.
Man who threw sandwich at federal agent in D.C. found not guilty
A man who was charged with throwing a sandwich at a federal agent was found not guilty of one count of misdemeanor assault by a jury in Washington, D.C.
See how often flights have been delayed at major airports during the shutdown
Nearly a quarter of flights arrived late into 16 of America's busiest airports in the week after air traffic controllers missed their first paycheck, data shows.
Senate GOP shuts down war powers resolution aimed at blocking Venezuela strikes
Senators took up a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at blocking President Trump from conducting strikes against Venezuela.
SNAP recipients will now get up to 65% of November benefits, USDA says
A top official at the Department of Agriculture said food aid beneficiaries will receive up to 65% of their benefits, more than the initial 50% in partial payments.
Nancy Pelosi, former House speaker, to retire from Congress after this term
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term.
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Senate GOP eyes key Friday vote in different approach to end shutdown
Senate Republicans are planning a different approach to try and end the government shutdown on Friday. Follow live updates here.
Trump announces deal to lower weight loss drug prices in some cases
The deal, with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk, is expected to lower the price of obesity drugs to between $149 and $350 per month in some cases, officials said.
Zohran Mamdani won by shaking up NYC politics
Entering the mayoral race with under 1% support, Zohran Mamdani's prospects of winning initially seemed unlikely. Here are some of the ways he turned the race around.
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Apple blasts EU over competition laws, warning they make "fraud and scams" more likely
Apple called out European officials in a heated letter shared with CBS News, arguing regulations that force it to accommodate smaller rivals have harmed user safety — after President Trump threatened tariffs on countries with hardline tech rules.
These 40 airports will be impacted by the FAA's capacity cuts and flight cancellations
The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown will hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, according to a list released by the agency.
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."