500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area amid legal battle
A federal judge is expected to rule on Thursday on a request from the governor and mayor to block the troop deployment.
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Trump posts that Chicago Mayor Johnson, Gov. Pritzker "should be in jail"
"Chicago Mayor should be in jail for failing to protect Ice [U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement]" Officers!" President Trump posted. "Governor Pritzker also!"
Senate votes fail again as government shutdown drags on
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday as another round of Senate votes failed to advance funding bills.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey pleads not guilty to charges of lying to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
What is the Nobel Peace Prize — and could Donald Trump get it?
The winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced Friday. Here's what to know about the honor and President Trump's interest.
Trump-backed Matt Van Epps wins GOP primary in Tennessee House race
Matt Van Epps has won a crowded Republican primary in a Tennessee special House election, after securing President Trump's endorsement.
Herschel Walker confirmed as U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas
The Senate on Tuesday confirmed former football star and Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker to serve as U.S. ambassador to the Bahamas.
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DNI Tulsi Gabbard orders U.S. intel agency leaders to stem leaks
DNI Tulsi Gabbard issued a directive to review polygraph policies and curb press leaks, echoing actions taken by the Bush and Obama administrations.
Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner heading to Egypt amid Gaza ceasefire talks
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were on hand to take part in indirect talks between Israel and Hamas, which aim to end the war in Gaza.
Supreme Court wrestles with challenge to Colorado "conversion therapy" ban
The Supreme Court heard a challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for minors that was brought by a licensed counselor in the state.
Bondi faces questions on DOJ probes, Epstein files at Senate hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for her first hearing since her confirmation.
Dispute emerges over back pay for furloughed workers
The 2025 government shutdown entered its eighth day on Wednesday as both sides remained locked in their positions, with no sign of relenting.
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Veterans' group invests $1 million between Virginia, New Jersey gubernatorial contests
The $500,000-apiece ad campaigns take direct aim at the Republican nominee for governor of New Jersey, Jack Ciattarelli, and the GOP candidate in Virginia, Winsome Earle-Sears.
California's redistricting plan sparks fierce debate in 2026 governor's race
Where do the 2026 California gubernatorial candidates stand on Proposition 50 and redistricting? Xavier Becerra, Chad Bianco, Ian Calderon, Stephen J. Cloobeck, Steve Hilton, Katie Porter, Tony Thurmond, Antonio Villaraigosa, Butch Ware, Betty Yee and Leo Zacky share their thoughts.
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Illegal crossings at U.S.-Mexico border plummet to lowest annual level since 1970
Unlawful crossings on the southern border have hit a 55-year low, according to figures obtained by CBS News — as President Trump cracks down on illegal immigration.
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Gaza ceasefire in effect, Israel says, as hostage release countdown begins
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows "Hamas will disarm," easy way or the hard way, as Israel's military says a Gaza ceasefire is in effect.
Deadly blast rips through military explosives facility in Tennessee
Officials say there was an explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems, a military explosives plant, and there are some confirmed deaths.
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Government shutdown live updates as Vought says layoffs "have begun"
The government shutdown entered its 10th day Friday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan. Follow live updates.
Melania Trump working with Putin to reunite Ukrainian children with families
First Lady Melania Trump said there were plans to reunite more Ukrainian children with their families soon.
Nobel Peace Prize goes to Venezuela's Maria Corina Machado
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for fighting for democracy in her country.
Hegseth announces Qatar will build air force facility at U.S. base in Idaho
The move is a sign of increasingly close ties between the U.S. and Qatar.
Trump immigration official testifies on plans to deport Abrego Garcia
ICE's John Schultz said he's "confident" that once the administration receives approval from a third country to accept Abrego Garcia, he could be deported within 72 hours.
Trump threatens to jack up tariffs on China over rare-earth controls
President Trump is vowing to retaliate if China enforces stricter curbs on exports of materials used in electronics, defense weapons and high-tech products.
Girl's remains identified 14 years after massive tsunami in Japan
The disaster killed 15,900 people, with 2,520 people still listed as missing as of the end of February, according to the National Police Agency.