Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fails to qualify for presidential debate
Candidates had until 12:00:01 a.m. ET Thursday to meet the qualifications for the first presidential debate, which will be hosted by CNN.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
RFK Jr. offers foreign policy views on Ukraine, Israel
Kennedy told voters during an event in California that U.S. foreign policy has been based on the "delusion" that American intervention abroad will uphold democracy.
RFK Jr. files new petition in Nevada amid legal battle over ballot access
As Kennedy scrambles to gain ballot access in Nevada, some Democratic Party leaders worry he may siphon votes from President Biden in the key battleground state.
DNC files complaint alleging shady fundraising practices from RFK super PAC
The Democratic National Committee accuses the Kennedy-linked super PAC American Values 2024 of not properly disclosing loans and repayments to hide that the PAC's largest donor is a Trump supporter.
RFK Jr. plans to file lawsuit against Nevada over ballot access
In late March, the Nevada Secretary of State's Office acknowledged that a staffer wrongly informed Kennedy's campaign that it did not need to name a vice-presidential pick on its petition.
RFK Jr. files FEC complaint over June 27 presidential debate criteria
RFK Jr. is accusing CNN of differing standards for him versus former President Donald Trump and President Biden in the June 27 presidential debate criteria.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he opposed removal of Confederate monuments
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he had a "visceral reaction against" the destruction of monuments honoring southern leaders from the Civil War.
Libertarians pick Chase Oliver as presidential nominee, rejecting Trump, RFK Jr.
The Libertarian Party nominated party activist Chase Oliver for president, rejecting Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bid for the nomination.
Trump, RFK Jr. face hostile reception at Libertarian convention
A chaotic scene unfolded as former President Donald Trump took the stage, as Libertarians clashed with pro-Trump attendees throughout his speech.
Brain worms like RFK Jr.'s are real and more common than you think, doctor says
Brain worms, like the one Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign said he contracted over a decade ago, are real — and more common in certain parts of the world than you might think.
RFK Jr. says he opposes gender-affirming care, hormone therapy for minors
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says that trans issues will not be a central part of his presidential campaign.
RFK Jr. claims to qualify for Texas ballot
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign said it has turned in the required signatures for ballot access in Texas. Shortly afterward, the independent presidential candidate rallied voters in the state's capital alongside his running mate Nicole Shanahan. CBS News campaign reporter Allison Novelo has the details.
RFK Jr. reverses abortion stance again after confusion, contradictions emerge
Kennedy said he now supports abortions up until the point of fetal viability.
RFK Jr. campaign responds to brain worm story
RFK Jr.'s presidential campaign is responding to new reports that he suffered memory loss due to a parasitic worm in his brain. CBS News campaign reporter Allison Novelo has the details.
RFK Jr. says he suffered from a parasitic brain worm and mercury poisoning
Kennedy campaign spokesperson Stefanie Spear said in a statement that "the issue was resolved more than 10 years ago, and he is in robust physical and mental health."
Poll: Senate Democrats ahead in 2 key states
Senate Democratic candidates are leading their races in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, according to CBS News polling. Executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto unpacks the numbers.
Several RFK Jr. siblings endorse Biden
Several of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s brothers and sisters endorsed the president, even as their brother makes his own bid for Biden's job.
Why the Kennedys endorsed Biden over RFK Jr.
More than a dozen members of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s family endorsed President Biden in Philadelphia on Thursday. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
Kennedy family members to endorse Biden
Several Kennedy family members will endorse President Biden's reelection bid Thursday in Philadelphia. Some members of the renowned family have already opposed Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent campaign for president. CBS News' Aaron Navarro reports.
Kennedy family members endorse Biden
Members of the Kennedy family have endorsed President Biden's reelection campaign even though Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is still running as a third-party candidate for president in 2024. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
Rep. Ro Khanna calls on RFK Jr.'s running mate to step down
In his letter, Khanna argued that polling suggests that in swing states, Kennedy could tilt the November election in former President Donald Trump's favor.
New York RFK Jr. campaign official suggests he's a spoiler who can help Trump win
"The only way that Trump can even (have a) remote possibility of taking New York is if Bobby is on the ballot," said RFK Jr. staffer Rita Palma.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suggests Jan. 6 prosecutions politically motivated
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said in a statement that he's "concerned about the possibility that political objectives motivated the vigor of the prosecution of the J6 defendants."
RFK Jr. campaign disavows its email calling Jan. 6 defendants "activists"
The campaign walked back an email that said those facing charges connected to the Capitol riot were "activists" who have been "stripped of their Constitutional liberties."
How might third-party candidates impact 2024?
Democrats are raising concerns that RFK Jr.'s 2024 White House bid could benefit former President Donald Trump in November. Dennis Kucinich, RFK Jr.'s former campaign manager turned congressional candidate, joins "America Decides" to analyze independent candidates and their potential impact on the ballot.
Trump hikes tariffs on Canada by another 10% in response to anti-tariff ad
The move comes even though Ontario's leader said the anti-tariff ad would be halted beginning Monday.
Hurricane Melissa strengthens into a powerful Category 3 storm in the Caribbean
Melissa strengthened into a major hurricane and is expected to bring "catastrophic" flash flooding and landslides to Jamaica, Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Kamala Harris leaves the door open for another presidential run
Former vice president Kamala Harris spoke about the possibility of a woman being in the White House one day in an interview with the BBC.
Trump travels to Asia to meet China's Xi, as government shutdown continues
President Trump met with the emir and prime minister of Qatar Saturday aboard Air Force One during a refueling stop.
Trump calls for prosecution of more political foes including Smith and Garland
President Trump late Friday pushed for several Biden-era Justice Department officials to be prosecuted over an FBI investigation into the fallout of the 2020 election.
At least 4 killed in Ukraine after Russian missile and drone attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine overnight into Saturday killed at least four people and wounded 20, officials said.
Honduran man killed on Virginia highway while fleeing ICE agents
Jose Castro-Rivera was in a vehicle that was stopped on a Virginia highway on Thursday morning, according to Virginia State Police.
June Lockhart, actor known for "Lassie" and "Lost in Space," dies at 100
June Lockhart, the actor best known for her role as the matriarch in the TV series "Lassie", has died, her family spokesperson said Saturday.
Government shutdown hits Day 26 with no deal in sight
The government shutdown hit Day 26 with no deal in sight as the Senate stands adjourned for the weekend.