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Major Garrett spoke to Donald Trump before a rally in South Carolina on Friday, where they discussed the pressure of not letting down his supporters, his spat with the Pope, and his original stance on the Iraq war; and a young boy in Michigan helped coordinate an appreciation event for his heroes -- the men in blue.
John Dickerson, CBS News' political director and anchor of "Face the Nation," says the real battle in South Carolina is for second place.
Major Garrett spoke to Donald Trump before a rally in South Carolina on Friday, where they discussed the pressure of not letting down his supporters, his spat with the Pope, and his original stance on the Iraq war.
Pope Francis injected himself into the presidential race by criticizing Donald Trump's proposal to build a wall on the border with Mexico. Why is the pope talking American politics and will he be regularly commenting? University of Notre Dame Professor of Theology Candida Moss joins CBSN with analysis.
Donald Trump responded predictably to Pope Francis' criticism of his faith and his plans for a border wall. But how will his newest war of wards with the pontiff play in South Carolina and voters in upcoming contests? CBS News Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett has details for CBSN.
Republican Presidential candidate John Kasich is gaining a reputation for his hugs. On Thursday, one supporter got emotional while telling a story about his family history with suicide. Watch as Kasich comforts the emotional man.
Apple CEO Tim Cook said Apple will not comply with a federal court order demanding that it unlock an iPhone of the San Bernardino terrorist attackers; After a roadside bomb in Afghanistan caused Kevin Jaye to lose a leg and a testicle, he and his wife Lauren turned to IVF to start a family
With only days until the South Carolina primary, Donald Trump and Ted Cruz are duking it out. Cruz released an ad critical of Trump's abortion views, prompting Trump to threaten legal action. Major Garrett explains their latest spat.
Days ahead of the state's key primary, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley endorsed Florida Senator Marco Rubio Wednesday to be the Republican nominee for president. Watch her explain why she chose the first term senator as the GOP's best bet to win back the White House.
As Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are battling it out ahead of the South Carolina primary, Clinton met Tuesday with Reverend Al Sharpton in an effort to win his endorsement. National reporter for The Hill Jonathan Swan joins CBSN to discuss what the minority vote means in the South Carolina primary and moving forward.
With the South Carolina primaries just five days away, Jeb Bush is hoping his brother, former President George W. Bush, can boost his numbers. Front-runner Donald Trump continues to blame the former president for overlooking intelligence in the leadup to 9/11. Major Garrett reports.
Ahead of the South Carolina primary, democratic candidates Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders are both trying to win over black voters. Reverend Jesse Jackson tells CBSN's Contessa Brewer that Hillary Clinton needs to sharpen her focus on the future to effectively take on the Bernie Sanders' "crusade." Watch the interview.
As Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders duke it out in South Carolina, the countdown continues to the Nevada caucuses. Is the Clinton campaign lowering expectations heading into Nevada? CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and Roll Call columnist Jon Allen join CBSN with more on the democratic divide.
Republican candidates Donald Trump and Ted Cruz have waged a war of words on each other after the South Carolina GOP debate. The two have gone back and forth calling each other "liars." CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggairs and Roll Call columnist Jon Allen join CBSN to discuss the Republican feud.
After last night's GOP debate in Greenville, South Carolina, Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson joined CBSN poltical contributor Leslie Sanchez by a pool table, and naturally decided to talk over a quick game.
The Wall Street Journal’s Peggy Noonan and Kim Strassel, Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Slate Magazine’s Jamelle Bouie discuss Donald Trump’s performance and where he falls on the conservative spectrum after clashing with his Republican rivals on George W. Bush’s legacy and his past policy positions.
“Face the Nation” brings you the latest on the death of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and the 2016 campaign, just hours after CBS’ Republican debate in South Carolina. GOP candidates Donald Trump and Marco Rubio join the show, along with Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders and other guests.
Republican candidates look to cut into Donald Trump's lead in South Carolina at the CBS News debate in Greenville Saturday. Republican Strategists Rick Davis and Leslie Sanchez join CBSN to break down their strategies.
Republican candidates take the stage in Greenville, SC where they will try to court voters in the nation's next primary. CBS News Elections Director Anthony Salvanto breaks down the numbers in South Carolina and what the GOP contenders need to do next.
The final Republican presidential debate before the South Carolina GOP primary is Saturday, hosted by CBS News. It takes place in Greenville, South Carolina, beginning at 9 p.m. ET. Just six Republicans are still in the race making the debate even more crucial. Julianna Goldman reports from the Peace Center in Greenville.
GOP candidates campaigning in South Carolina are putting their faith in Christian conservatives, a huge portion of the voter block in the southern state; After a retired mail carrier's wife died, he decided a headstone wasn't enough to remember her by
The Democrats debated in South Carolina Thursday night and Hillary Clinton was on the attack. She called Bernie Sanders a one-dimensional candidate and accused him of undermining President Barack Obama. Nancy Cordes reports.
The Republicans will battle on the debate stage for the first time since the New Hampshire primaries narrowed the field. The moderator, CBS News political director and host of "Face the Nation" John Dickerson, shares his thoughts on what to expect.
GOP candidates campaigning in South Carolina are putting their faith in Christian conservatives, a huge portion of the voter block in the southern state. That means faith is just as important as policy, and the Republicans are working hard to prove they have it. Julianna Goldman has more.
All eyes are on GOP frontrunner Donald Trump ahead of tomorrow's night Republican debate in South Carolina. The Club for Growth is the latest organization to attack Trump and his campaign. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris and CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez joins CBSN to discuss.
Candidates from different wings of the Democratic Party won key races in the biggest test since President Trump's victory last year. Follow live results here.
President Trump told GOP senators that "we must get the government back open soon and really immediately" on Day 36 of the shutdown. Follow live updates here.
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.
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.
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.
The number of fatalities is expected to increase after a UPS plane crashed Tuesday near the Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, Gov. Andy Beshear said.
Democrats are set to sweep Tuesday's gubernatorial races in New Jersey and Virginia, with Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger projected to win.
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."
In September, the U.S. government blacklisted Barrio 18 as part of its crackdown on drug trafficking.