Trump meets Netanyahu for a second time amid hope for a Gaza ceasefire
Israeli strikes reportedly kill dozens as Trump pushes for a Gaza ceasefire with Israel's visiting leader — which can't come soon enough for Palestinians, and many Israelis.
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Congressional Democrats push for new watchdog to oversee Trump's White House
Democratic lawmakers say some of the administration's core staff should be overseen by an independent watchdog.
DOJ accuses 2 people of selling gun to Trump's alleged would-be assassin Ryan Routh
Federal prosecutors say two people helped sell an SKS rifle to Ryan Routh six weeks before he allegedly tried to shoot President Trump.
California Gov. Newsom tours South Carolina, stirring 2028 speculation
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is out of state, speaking to voters in churches and coffee shops in South Carolina in what many see as another step towards a presidential run.
Trump pushes back on Jeffrey Epstein question: "This creep?"
"Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein?" President Trump said in response to questions about the convicted sex offender.
Waltz confirmation hearing planned for next week, source says
President Trump nominated Waltz to be U.S. ambassador to the United Nations in May after he was ousted as national security adviser.
Supreme Court clears way for Trump to move forward with mass layoffs
The Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted a lower court order that blocked sweeping layoffs of federal workers at nearly two dozen agencies.
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U.S. sanctions North Korean member of Kim Jong Un's spy agency
Song Kum Hyok is accused of masterminding a scheme in which North Korean cyber operatives posed as U.S. remote IT workers for unwitting companies.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets with congressional leaders
Congressional leaders are meeting this week with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after some lawmakers accused the Israeli leader of trying to drag the U.S. into another war.
"Unknown actor" using AI to impersonate Rubio, cable shows
The imposter used artificial intelligence to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio and contact government and foreign officials, according to a cable obtained by CBS News.
Federal judge recommends case continue against Hannah Dugan
A U.S. magistrate judge recommended that Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan's bid to dismiss the federal charges against her be denied.
Nebraska independent Dan Osborn launches Senate bid after 2024 defeat
Independent Dan Osborn announced another bid to represent Nebraska in the Senate on Tuesday, challenging GOP Sen. Pete Ricketts after his loss in an unexpectedly competitive race against a Republican incumbent last year.
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Trump admin. using Guantanamo to detain foreigners from 26 countries
Dozens of foreigners from six different continents are being held at Guantanamo Bay, DHS officials have confirmed.
IRS says churches should keep tax exemption even if pastors back candidates
The IRS said in a court filing that churches whose pastors endorse political candidates from the pulpit shouldn't lose their tax-exempt status.
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Sens. Warren, Sheehy team up on bipartisan military bill backed by Trump admin.
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Tim Sheehy are introducing a new Pentagon policy that has the support of the Trump administration.
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Dispute emerges over back pay for furloughed workers
The 2025 government shutdown entered its seventh day on Tuesday as both sides remained locked in their positions, with no sign of relenting. Follow live updates here.
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.
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.
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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.
Texas National Guard arrives in Illinois, could begin assignments Wednesday
Members of the Texas National Guard will be assigned to the protection of federal facilities and federal law enforcement personnel in the Chicago area.
Flights delayed at some airports amid air traffic controller shortage
Airports in several U.S. states are seeing flight delays as the government shutdown enters a second week.
Tropical Storm Jerry forms over the central Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Jerry formed Tuesday over tropical waters in the central Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.
Israelis mourn 2 years after Hamas attack as the Gaza war grinds on
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Supreme Court hears arguments involving Colorado "conversion therapy" ban
The Supreme Court is hearing a challenge to a Colorado law banning "conversion therapy" for minors that was brought by a licensed counselor in the state.