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White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took questions from reporters Thursday after President Biden’s Oval Office address to the nation Wednesday night. When pressed about why the president decided to change course and withdraw from the 2024 race, Jean-Pierre said he wanted to “pass the torch” and it was not a medical decision.
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Former President Barack Obama is expected to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, who is beginning a four-day campaign swing across four states. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump’s team indicated that a debate with Harris would take place, but it is still unclear when. Harris told reporters Thursday that she is “ready to debate Donald Trump.” Robert Costa has the latest.
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“I have agreed to the previously agreed upon Sept. 10 debate. He agreed to that previously. Now it appears he’s backpedaling,” Vice President Kamala Harris said.
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President Biden met Thursday with Israel’s prime minister at the White House. Vice President Kamala Harris was also expected to meet with Benjamin Netanyahu following a campaign event in Houston. CBS News’ Skyler Henry, Fin Gómez and Aaron Navarro have the latest.
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The best hearing aids for profound hearing loss offer robust sound features. Ask your audiologist about these top devices.
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A wildfire that started in the afternoon near Chico, California, exploded overnight to 45,549 acres, Cal Fire said. The Park Fire was 3% contained.
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Immigration and the economy are among some of the key issues for voters in the 2024 election. Now, a new report from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office suggests that migrants coming to the U.S. could help the country’s financial situation. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins to unpack the findings.
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Prompted by a near-drowning experience as a child, Olympic swimmer Cullen Jones is now a swim lesson advocate. Here are his top tips to stay safe.
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President Biden Wednesday night addressed the nation from the Oval Office regarding his decision to end his reelection bid. Mr. Biden said that “nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy. That includes personal ambition.” Nancy Cordes has more.
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President Biden addressed the nation Wednesday for the first time since announcing he’s ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic presidential nomination. Mr. Biden laid out his plans for the rest of his first term.
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