Pope Francis says Kamala Harris and Donald Trump "both against life"
Asked to advise Catholic U.S. voters on the choice between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, Pope Francis had harsh words, but no firm guidance.
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Pope says Trump, Harris are both "against life"
Speaking to reporters Friday, Pope Francis made clear he doesn't agree with former President Donald Trump's immigration policy, or Vice President Kamala Harris' stance on abortion.
Competing abortion rights measures can appear on Nebraska ballot, high court rules
The Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled that competing measures that would expand or limit abortion rights can appear on the November ballot.
New Mexico governor on Trump health care plan
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham made health care central to her address at the Democratic National Convention in August. During Tuesday's debate, former President Donald Trump reopened the discussion about repealing the Affordable Care Act saying he has "concepts of a plan." Lujan Grisham joins "America Decides" with her reaction.
Trump falsely claims Democrats support abortions "after birth"
Infanticide is illegal in every state, and Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, have never supported it.
Pennsylvania voters on Harris-Trump debate
What did voters think of Tuesday night's presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump? CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion spoke with a focus group in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to find out.
Spike in women of color voter registrations
Data firm TargetSmart is reporting a surge in young women of color registering to vote ever since Vice President Kamala Harris entered the 2024 race. The spike could spell trouble for former President Donald Trump. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano joins "America Decides" to look at the numbers.
Abortion-rights measure will be on Missouri ballot, court rules
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that a measure to restore abortion rights will be on the ballot in November.
Nebraska, Missouri abortion rights ballot measures face legal challenges
Abortion rights ballot measures in Nebraska and Missouri are facing legal challenges ahead of looming ballot certification deadlines.
Democrats urge emphasis on "freedom" message
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is urging an emphasis on freedom in close House races, according to a memo. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
South Carolina's "Sister Senators" on finding common ground
Three female Republican legislators bucked their party to join a Democrat and an Independent in filibustering South Carolina's near-total ban on abortion. For their efforts, the three lost their party's primaries, but say they're proud of what they accomplished.
Judge blocks Ohio from enforcing 2 more laws restricting abortions
Two more Ohio abortion restrictions have been blocked in court as the legal impact of a 2023 constitutional amendment guaranteeing access to the procedure continues to be felt.
Trump creates rift in anti-abortion movement
Former President Donald Trump has created a rift in the anti-abortion movement, with some seeing him as a champion and others perceiving him as a traitor to the cause. NOTUS reporter Oriana González joins to discuss.
Where are Harris and Trump campaigning?
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both traveling through battleground states this week. The Harris campaign officially launched its "fighting for reproductive freedom" bus tour Tuesday in Florida. Meanwhile, Trump is scheduled to address a Fraternal Order of Police event in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Friday. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro have more.
Trump tries to clarify abortion stance
Former President Donald Trump is trying to clarify what appears to be his shifting stance on abortion rights. On Thursday, he said Florida's six-week abortion ban is too short and signaled he would vote to overturn it but on Friday, he reversed course.
Trump says he'll vote to uphold Florida's 6-week abortion ban
Trump angered abortion opponents after he appeared open to voting for an amendment that would roll back Florida's six-week ban.
Trump faces backlash over abortion comments
With only 67 days to go before the election, former President Donald Trump is facing backlash from some of his most ardent supporters over comments he made about abortion. The former president said he believes Florida's six-week abortion ban is too restrictive and signaled that he will vote to overturn it — only to reverse himself late Friday afternoon. Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
Behind Donald Trump's IVF plan
Former President Donald Trump is suggesting the government and insurance companies should pay for in vitro fertilization. CBS News political reporter Zak Hudak has more on Trump's most recent comments about reproductive rights.
Trump says he wants government or insurance to pay for IVF treatments
"Your government will pay for or your insurance company will be mandated to pay for all costs associated with IVF treatment," he said.
Inside Trump's comments on reproductive rights
Former President Donald Trump's positions on reproductive rights are angering some on both the right and left. Just recently he criticized Florida's six-week abortion ban and said the government or insurance should cover the costs of in vitro fertilization. At the same time, the Republican nominee took credit for overturning Roe v. Wade in an interview with CBS News earlier this month. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Abortion access on the ballot in 2024
Abortion access will be on the ballot again this November in 10 states.
Arkansas rejects efforts to put abortion initiative on ballots
The proposed amendment would have created exceptions to Arkansas' strict abortion law.
Abortion rights ballot measures to go before voters Montana and Arizona
Voters in Arizona and Montana will be able to decide in November whether they want to protect the right to an abortion in their state constitutions.
Kate Cox announces she's pregnant again
Kate Cox, the Texas mother who had to leave her state to obtain an abortion due to her fetus' lethal abnormality, announced she was pregnant again during the Democratic National Convention's ceremonial roll call. See the moment Cox made her announcement.
Trump defends personal attacks on Harris, discusses election outcome
GOP nominee Donald Trump told CBS News in an exclusive interview he'll "very gladly" release his medical records.
In talks with Trump and NATO countries, Zelenskyy says Putin is "bluffing"
Presidents Trump, Zelenskyy and numerous NATO leaders held a virtual meeting Wednesday ahead of Friday's scheduled summit between Mr. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump visits Kennedy Center and announces honorees. See the full list.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Falling tree kills family as Chattanooga flooding prompts water rescues
A mother, father and child died when a tree fell onto their car as heavy rain and flooding hit Tennessee, an official said.
Alaska's capital sees record glacier flooding as river tops 16.6 feet
Alaska's capital of Juneau is bracing for what could be record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
Appeals court allows Trump administration to cut billions in foreign aid
A divided panel of appeals court judges says the Trump administration can suspend or terminate billions of dollars of congressionally appropriated funding for foreign aid.
Staffing shortages at VA health systems on the rise, watchdog finds
The VA's Office of Inspector General found facilities reported 4,434 staffing shortages this fiscal year, which is a 50% increase from fiscal year 2024.
A record-low 54% of U.S. adults say they drink alcohol, new poll shows
Gallup has been tracking Americans' drinking behavior since 1939. Here's what a recent survey found.
3-month-old endangered panther kittens killed by vehicle in Florida
Two panther kittens were found dead in Florida after a suspected vehicle strike, officials said. Their deaths mean at least 12 of the endangered animals were killed this year.
Wegmans recalls cheese products due to potential listeria contamination
Wegmans is recalling its brand of medium camembert cheese and products that contain it due to potential listeria contamination, which can lead to serious illness.