Trump wants Texas to redraw its congressional map. Here's what to know.
Trump said he wants a "simple redrawing" of Texas' congressional map — it would enable Republicans to pick up five seats.
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US DOJ requests lists of undocumented immigrants in LA County jails
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna, whose agency oversees the jails, said deputies don't ask for an individual's immigration status during booking.
Trump orders Bondi to seek release of Epstein-related grand jury testimony
President Trump late Thursday ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein.
What does the Federal Reserve do, and why is Trump unhappy with chair Powell?
President Trump floated the idea of firing Jerome Powell — whom he first appointed Federal Reserve chair — earlier this week, after years of on-and-off criticism over interest rates.
Iran's president injured during Israeli strikes, U.S. intelligence sources say
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was injured during an Israeli strike, sources told CBS News — though it's unclear if he was intentionally targeted.
Congressional Women's Softball Game sets aside politics for a greater cause
Unlike their male counterparts, whose annual baseball game pits Republicans against Democrats, the congressional women play together with no party affiliation.
House passes Trump's rescissions request after Epstein fallout delays vote
Congress had until the end of day on Friday to pass the rescissions request, or the funding would have had to be spent as originally intended.
Trump wouldn't recommend appointing special prosecutor in Epstein case, Leavitt says
President Trump called the controversy over the Jeffrey Epstein case a "hoax" and "bulls***."
Bondi tours Alcatraz as part of Trump's plan to reopen former prison
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi toured Alcatraz on Thursday as part of President Trump's directive to revert the popular tourist attraction to a federal penitentiary.
Trump diagnosed with minor vein condition after noticing swelling in legs
President Trump has been diagnosed with a minor vein condition known as chronic venous insufficiency after he noticed swelling in his legs.
Trump claims Europe doesn't buy American cars or food. Is that true?
President Trump threatens to raise tariffs, claiming the European Union won't buy U.S. cars or food — but 2024 trade data shows otherwise.
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Lawmakers introduce bill to classify extreme heat as a disaster
Three Democratic lawmakers have proposed legislation to classify extreme heat as a disaster, which would allow federal funding for extreme heat.
House passes historic crypto bill, the GENIUS Act, after right-wing rebellion
The GENIUS Act is the first major crypto legislation ever passed by Congress.
Britain to lower voting age to 16 before next national election
The voting age in the U.K. will drop from 18 to 16 by the next national election in a bid to increase democratic participation, the government says.
NPR CEO: Cuts could be "a real risk to the public safety of the country"
The rescissions package passed by a vote of 51-48, with Republican Sens. Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski joining Democrats in voting against it.
Senate rejects funding bills again as government shutdown continues into second week
The government shutdown stretched into its sixth day on Monday with no signs of an imminent resolution.
Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump deployment of National Guard
The state of Illinois and city of Chicago are suing the Trump administration over their plans to deploy the National Guard.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt
President Trump wants Israeli and Hamas negotiators to "move fast" in new talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza war, spurred by his 20-point plan.
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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.
Air traffic controllers told to keep working during government shutdown
National Air Traffic Controllers Association tells its members that failing to report to work could cost them their job.
FBI analyzed some Republican lawmakers' phone records as part of Trump Jan. 6 probe
The FBI in 2023 analyzed phone records of more than a half dozen Republican lawmakers as part of an investigation into efforts by President Trump to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, GOP senators say.
U.S. to take ownership stake in Trilogy Metals, which has Alaskan mining claims
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the "ownership in that company will benefit the American people."
Helicopter crashes on Sacramento freeway; at least 3 critically injured
Officials are investigating after a medical helicopter crashed on a Sacramento freeway Monday evening.
Bill Nye warns U.S. could "cede leadership to other countries" if NASA budget is cut
Bill Nye the Science Guy on Monday protested against a federal budget proposal that would see NASA's funding reduced from $24 billion to $18.8 billion.