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Judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit against Clinton and others as ‘political manifesto’
A federal judge in Florida has dismissed former President Donald Trump's sprawling racketeering lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and other perceived political enemies such as former FBI Director James Comey and Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., blasting it as a 200-page "political manifesto outlining his grievances against those that have opposed him."
71 House Democrats warn Pelosi against including Manchin's permitting deal in government funding bill
71 House Democrats warned Speaker Nancy Pelosi against tying this month's must-pass government funding bill to Joe Manchin's legislation to spur oil and gas drilling.
King Charles III, in first address, vows 'lifelong service'
LONDON (AP) — King Charles III vowed in his first speech as monarch Friday to carry on Queen Elizabeth II's “lifelong service” with his own modernizing stamp, as Britain entered an uncertain new age under a new sovereign.
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Special master candidates submitted by Trump and Justice Dept. in Trump documents case
The two parties were ordered to come up with a list of potential candidates — independent third parties — by Friday.
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Ukraine has retaken 1,000 square kilometres in a week - Zelensky
Kyiv says a lightning counter-offensive has recaptured vast swathes of territory in its south and east.
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North Korea will ‘automatically’ launch nukes if Kim killed
North Korea will launch a nuclear retaliation “automatically and immediately” if Kim Jong Un is incapacitated in an attack, according to a new law.
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Ukraine claws back some territory; nuclear plant in peril
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian forces on Friday claimed new success in their counteroffensive against Russian forces in the country's east, taking control of a sizeable village and pushing toward an important transport junction.
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Queen Elizabeth updates: State funeral ends 11 days of ceremonies
The British royal family announced Thursday that Queen Elizabeth II has died. She was 96.
King Charles III vows to serve 'with loyalty, respect, and love' in first address as monarch
On the first full day of his reign, King Charles III demonstrated his seriousness in dedicating the rest of his life to public service.
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U.S. Justice Dept, Trump team deeply divided over special master appointment
The U.S. Justice Department and Donald Trump's attorneys said on Friday they are deeply divided over whether classified records seized by the FBI from the former president's Florida estate should be reviewed by a special master, and they each put forth a separate list of candidates for the job.
Equilibrium/Sustainability — Climate hawk King Charles takes throne
As King Charles III takes the British throne, he brings with him a longstanding commitment to combatting climate change. Known for advocating environmental protection, Charles delivered his&nb…
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Judge tosses Trump's Russia probe suit against Clinton, FBI
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge in Florida has dismissed Donald Trump's lawsuit against 2016 Democratic rival Hillary Clinton and former top FBI officials, rejecting the former president's claims that they and others acted in concert to concoct the Russia investigation that shadowed much of...
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The former president is sitting on $99 million — money Mitch McConnell wants spent on Trump-backed GOP hopefuls who are lagging in the money chase.
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Ukraine recaptures nearly 400 square miles of territory; rebuilding Ukraine would cost estimated $349 billion
Ukraine's counteroffensives in the country's south and northeast are gaining momentum, Zelenskyy said, retaking territory and pressuring Russian troops.
Analysis: Kim Jong Un's 'decapitation' fears shine through in new North Korea nuclear law
A new North Korean law calls for "automatic" nuclear launches if the country's leadership or command and control systems are threatened, underscoring leader Kim Jong Un's fears of a so-called "decapitation" strike, experts said.
Tropical storm threatens to fan California wildfires, but will cool off state
A tropical storm approaching Southern California on Friday threatened to bring high winds that could whip up wildfires and heavy rainfall that could trigger flash floods, but the system will also bring relief from a brutal, 10-day heat wave.
Supreme Court temporarily blocks prior ruling, allows Jewish university to deny LGBTQ+ group recognition
A Supreme Court ruling has blocked a prior New York County Supreme Court which forced a Jewish university to recognize an LGBTQ+ student organization.
Politics in air as Biden visits future Intel plant in Ohio
NEW ALBANY, Ohio (AP) — President Joe Biden steered clear of partisan politics at Friday's groundbreaking celebration for a huge new computer chip facility in Ohio — as a tough Senate contest in that state and a Democratic candidate seeking to distance himself from Biden reflected the challenge...
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Why 9/11 special master Kenneth Feinberg wouldn't take on Trump documents case
In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Catherine Herridge, one of the nation's most experienced special masters explains why he would say no to this job.
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Ninth Circuit sends case challenging California's 'draconian' gun law to lower court, citing SCOTUS ruling
A California appeals court sent a lawsuit challenging the state’s “draconian infringement” on Second Amendment rights to a district court in light of a June Supreme Court decision.
Poll finds Kelly locked in tight race with Masters in Arizona
A new poll finds Arizona’s Senate race between Sen. Mark Kelly (D) and Republican opponent Blake Masters is getting razor-tight. The Emerson College poll released Friday shows Kelly leading M…
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Former Trump White House lawyer Ty Cobb calls him 'deeply wounded narcissist' who acted in 'criminal' way to overturn Biden win
Former Trump White House attorney Ty Cobb said there is a "very high" chance Donald Trump will be prosecuted by the Department of Justice.
Trump, DOJ tangle over 'special master' to review seized Mar-a-Lago documents
U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon plans to appoint a third-party to sift through the materials and decide what information investigators can keep.
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G-7 looks to recruit more countries on Russian oil cap before negotiating details, officials say
G-7 countries have still not decided the price they want to set for a cap on Russian oil, officials said.
Democrat attacks Republican's abortion flub in key Virginia congressional race
A Democratic congresswoman in a key swing district in Virginia is pushing to take advantage of a backlash to the Supreme Court’s abortion ruling to fend off a Republican challenger who represents growing support for the GOP in the Hispanic community.
Hillary Clinton says Ted Cruz is biggest ‘blowhard’ in Senate
Hillary Clinton isn’t mincing words when it comes to Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas). Appearing on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live,” the former secretary of State was asked Thursday about her time as a Ne…
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Charles III to be proclaimed king at historic ceremony
The first televised Accession Council comes as the King pledges to follow his mother's life of service.
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Ukraine retakes territory in Kharkiv region as Russian front crumbles
Ukrainian forces have seized an expanding area of previously Russian-held territory in the east in a "very sharp and rapid" advance, a Russian-installed regional official said on Friday, in a breakthrough that may mark a turning point in the war.
Abortion, slavery and marijuana: Here are the ballot questions to watch in 2022 midterms
Voters will craft abortion, drug and health care rules in various states this year, including some that will grapple with the question of slavery.
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A competitive Senate race in North Carolina has Republicans worried
In his campaign for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina, Republican candidate Ted Budd has described himself as a "conservative warrior" and a "liberal agenda crusher." But some of his fellow Republicans worry he is not fighting hard enough.
What are King Charles III’s views on the Middle East?
British royal family constitutionally obliged to stay out of political issues, but Charles is known for close Gulf ties.
Montana adopts permanent block on birth certificate changes
Montana health officials on Friday made permanent a rule that blocks transgender people from changing their birth certificates even if they undergo gender-confirmation surgery. The move by Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte's administration comes just days before a court will hear arguments over...
Fat Leonard escape another blunder in major US military corruption scandal
In a scene from a thriller, a 350-pound cancer patient at the center of the biggest U.S. military corruption case in the last decade cut off his GPS ankle monitor this past weekend and fled from ho…
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Ukraine retakes land in east as surprise offensive punches through Russian lines
Russia’s defense ministry shared video of military vehicles that it said were rushing to reinforce its position around Kharkiv, while a Moscow-installed official conceded Kyiv's troops had made gains.
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Michigan Dems hope for boost from abortion ballot initiative
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A question on Michigan’s November ballot asking voters to put the right to an abortion in the state constitution could have a powerful effect: drawing more left-leaning voters to the polls and boosting Democrats’ power in the battleground state.
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Deal or no deal? Trump partner in Truth Social again delays key vote on merger
"I don't need financing, 'I'm really rich,'" former President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social earlier this month.
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Trump and DOJ propose candidates to serve as special master
Former President Donald Trump and the Department of Justice have each proposed two candidates to serve as special master over items seized in last month's Mar-a-Lago raid.
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U.S. Supreme Court's Sotomayor lets Yeshiva University bar LGBT student club for now
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on Friday permitted Yeshiva University to refuse to recognize an LGBT student club that the Jewish school in New York City has said violates its religious values, temporarily blocking a judge's ruling ordering it to allow the group.
Ted Cruz plots a 2024 bid even as he waits on Trump
LONDONDERRY, New Hampshire — Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) shook hands and posed for pictures with the crowd for an hour, then grabbed a stool at the bar at American Legion Post 27 and joined everyone for a beer.
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READ: DOJ and Trump team proposals for special master review
The Justice Department and former President Donald Trump's lawyers submitted to a federal judge dueling proposals for who should serve as special master and how the review of documents seized at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence and resort -- including classified documents -- should work.
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IAEA warns blackout threatens safety at Ukraine nuclear plant
UN nuclear watchdog says blackout due to shelling ‘compromises safe operation’ near Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia power plant.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem tried to avoid ethics hearing and seal records, according to newly released documents
Noem asked a state ethics board to dismiss a complaint against her without a public hearing and to seal certain records.
www.cbsnews.comU.S. to retain 125,000 cap on refugee admissions for fiscal year 2023
The Biden administration fell far short of accomplishing the same objective in 2022, resettling fewer than 20,000 refugees.
Medical program for 9/11 survivors, responders is running out of money
A dozen GOP House members sent a letter to the Energy and Commerce Committee chair asking for more funds for the World Trade Center Health Program.
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Durbin rips Texas Gov. Abbott, says migrant bus arrivals in Chicago are 'cruel and inhumane'
Sen. Dick Durbin has become the latest Illinois Democrat to speak out against the bussing of undocumented migrants from Texas to prominent American cities.
WATCH: Chelsea Clinton attacks Ivanka Trump and accuses Jared Kushner of ‘lying’ about her
Chelsea Clinton rejected claims in Jared Kushner's book that Ivanka Trump invited her to a dinner with Donald Trump, bashing the 45th president's daughter and confirming that the two are no longer friends.
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Proud Boys Hawaii leader, friend plead guilty in Jan. 6 riot
The founder of the Hawaii Proud Boys chapter and a Texas man who stormed the Capitol on Jan.
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Queen Elizabeth II's death marks a new era for Britain, beset by economic uncertainty
Queen Elizabeth's death comes at a time of flux for Britain, a country saddled with a worsening economic outlook, an energy crisis and increased inequality.
Analysis: Ukraine blindsides Russia with northeastern thrust at supply hub
Ukraine's rapid territorial gains have caught Russia off guard at a vulnerable section of their front line in an attack that threatens an important supply hub used by Moscow in the east, military analysts said.
Klobuchar pulls vote on bipartisan tech bill, says agreement ‘blown up’ by Cruz amendment
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) asked to pull a committee vote on a bill aimed at giving news outlets the ability to negotiate collectively with tech platforms after she said an adopted amendment offe…
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Top Adams official heading for the door
Roberto Perez handled the mayor's relationships with local and state officials amid city budget talks and a rocky Albany legislative session.
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Biden says he'll attend Queen Elizabeth II's funeral
"I don't know what the details are yet, but I'll be going," President Biden told reporters in Ohio Friday.
www.cbsnews.comStephen Miller and Brian Jack, top Trump aides, were among more than a dozen people subpoenaed for DOJ's expansive Jan. 6 investigation: NYT report
A federal grand jury is investigating Donald Trump's fundraising arm and the plot to interfere with the 2020 election result, per The New York Times.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said his country will never abandon its nuclear weapons
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stressed his country will never abandon its nuclear weapons, which he said it needs to counter the United States.
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House Republicans add $28M to fall TV reservations
The NRCC is putting money into a slate of new Democratic-held districts — but it is also spending to defend some GOP turf.
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Kamala Harris blasts 'activist' Supreme Court after Dobbs decision
Vice President Kamala Harris is calling the Supreme Court an "activist" court following the reversal of Roe v. Wade and said that the court "took away" the woman's right to choose.
3 takeaways from King Charles' 1st public speech
King Charles III gave his first public speech after taking the throne following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
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As Biden touts Ohio Intel plant, Rep. Tim Ryan questions his 2024 plans
President Joe Biden made an election-year visit to an overwhelmingly Republican part of Ohio on Friday for the groundbreaking of a semiconductor plant that he promoted as evidence that his economic policies are working.
Majority thinks appointment of special master in Trump probe was reasonable: poll
A majority of Americans think the appointment of a special master to see what was taken in the FBI’s search of former President Trump’s Florida residence was reasonable, according to a new poll.&nb…
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King Charles names William and Kate the Prince and Princess of Wales
Britain's King Charles on Friday bestowed on his eldest son William and daughter-in-law Kate the titles of Prince and Princess of Wales, which he and his late wife Diana previously held.
How an Obscure Democrat Became the Scariest Man in Las Vegas
Photo Illustration by Luis G. Rendon/The Daily Beast/Getty/Courtesy of the Los Vegas Police DepartmentJohn Cahill never saw it coming.In 2018, after serving 12 years as Clark County public administrator, a low-key elected position responsible for securing the estates of recently deceased Las...
‘Too much’: Refugees rally for permanent visas in Australia
Gov’t has promised to abolish temporary visas that have left thousands struggling to survive but has given no timeframe.
Harris questions the integrity of an 'activist' Supreme Court after abortion ruling
Vice President Kamala Harris called the current Supreme Court an "activist court," sharpening her criticisms of the body that overturned Roe v. Wade in June.
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Operations London Bridge, Unicorn, Spring Tide go into effect following Queen Elizabeth II's death
Here's how Operation London Bridge, Operation Spring Tide and Operation Unicorn will unfold in the coming days.
SC Democrats call for US Senate candidate to drop out after video comments are leaked
South Carolina Democratic state Rep. Krystle Matthews is now facing calls to drop out of the race for U.S. Senate over secretly recorded comments.
Watchdog: Chemical safety agency impeded by staff shortage
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal agency that investigates chemical accidents is hindered by a lack of staffing, leadership disputes and a backlog of investigations that threaten its ability to protect people and the environment, according to a new report by a federal watchdog.
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Yeshiva University doesn't have to recognize LGBTQ student group for now, Sotomayor rules
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor agreed Friday night to temporarily block a lower court order that required Yeshiva University to recognize a "Pride Alliance" LGBTQ student club.
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Illinois man pleads guilty to assaulting Reuters journalist during U.S. Capitol riot
An Illinois man on Friday pleaded guilty to assaulting a Reuters journalist and a police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump.
U.S. to retain 125,000 cap on refugee admissions for fiscal year 2023
The Biden administration fell far short of accomplishing the same objective in 2022, resettling fewer than 20,000 refugees.
www.cbsnews.comIllinois man pleads guilty to assaulting Reuters journalist during U.S. Capitol riot
An Illinois man on Friday pleaded guilty to assaulting a Reuters journalist and a police officer during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of former President Donald Trump. Shane Jason Woods, 44, of Auburn, pleaded guilty in a federal court hearing in Washington to one...
How ‘Bidenomics’ Got a Lot More Progressive
A new book on the rise of progressive economics argues that Biden, out of necessity, has implemented policies that favor the middle class and strengthen democracy.
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Zelensky to headline US defense industry conference
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will address U.S. defense contractors later this month when he headlines the annual Future Force Capabilities Conference and Exhibition hosted by the National…
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US says Moscow abusing rights of jailed opposition leader Navalny
Alexey Navalny was Russian President Vladimir Putin’s fiercest domestic critic before being jailed for nine years.
Democrat Elissa Slotkin moved into home of lobbyist, campaign donor to run in new district
Embattled Democratic Michigan Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin has moved into the home of a lobbyist and campaign donor in order to run for re-election in a different district.
King Charles vows to serve his nation as Britain mourns late queen
Britain's King Charles paid a heartfelt tribute on Friday to his late "darling mama" Queen Elizabeth, and vowed to serve as monarch with "loyalty, respect and love" as she had done for more than seven decades.
Reporter's Notebook: What Palin's loss in Alaska means for November
Alaska's special election could illuminate an important trend to watch this fall as Democrats defend razor-thin majorities in the House and Senate
Here are the House races to watch in Tuesday's midterm election
Keep up with these critical midterm election races in the House of Representatives as Democrats fight to keep their majority in the House.
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Storm's fierce winds complicate California wildfire fight
SAN DIEGO (AP) — A tropical storm nearing Southern California on Friday brought fierce mountain winds, high humidity, rain and the threat of flooding to a region already dealing with wildfires and an extraordinary heat wave that has stressed the electrical grid.
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What we know about the Queen's funeral plans
As a new era dawns in Britain, arrangements for a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II are underway.
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Virginia's Republican attorney general creates unit to investigate voter fraud
Virginia's Republican attorney general on Friday announced the formation of an "election integrity unit" within his office that will investigate alleged voter fraud cases, part of a broader effort by Republicans in the wake of former President Donald Trump's false claims that the 2020 election...
Six times the Queen made us laugh
The Queen's role in public life was a serious one, but she sometimes showed us her funny side.
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Democrat Tim Ryan of Ohio says a 'generational change' in leadership is needed ahead of Biden's visit
Asked if Biden should run in 2024, Ryan said on Youngstown's WFMJ that a "generational move" in leadership is needed for Democrats and Republicans.
US counts millionth organ transplant while pushing for more
The U.S. counted its millionth organ transplant on Friday, a milestone that comes at a critical time for Americans still desperately waiting for that chance at survival. It took decades from the first success — a kidney in 1954 — to transplant 1 million organs, and officials can't reveal if this...
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Judge dismisses Trump lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and others over Russia allegations
Trump used the court to "flaunt a two-hundred-page political manifesto outlining his grievances," the federal judge wrote.
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A bipartisan Biden drops recent ‘MAGA’ rhetoric during groundbreaking stop in Ohio
With less than nine weeks to go until November’s midterm elections, President Biden returned to Ohio – home to a crucial Senate showdown - but dropped his recent anti-Trump rhetoric
Voting in the general election kicked off Friday -- amid continued harassment of election officials
North Carolina is the first state to send out absentee ballots for the general election -- as officials there juggle running an election with threats, harassment and a deluge of public records requests.
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India, China to withdraw from disputed border area by Monday
Indian and Chinese soldiers will disengage at a disputed area along a remote western Himalayan border by Sept. 12, India's foreign ministry said on Friday, after more than two years of a standoff following a deadly clash.
US offer $40,000 reward for fugitive Malaysian defence contractor
Leonard Glenn Francis – known as ‘Fat Leonard’ – had pleaded guilty in a $35m bribery case involving US Navy officials.
2022 Midterm: House races to watch
Historical trends suggest Republicans will flip the House, but Democrats are increasingly optimistic that they can avoid a GOP landslide.
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Slain Las Vegas reporter spent career chasing corruption
LAS VEGAS (AP) — In four decades of writing about the Las Vegas underworld and government corruption, investigative reporter Jeff German took on plenty of powerful and dangerous people. The hard-bitten newsman was once punched by an organized crime associate and received veiled threats from...
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Herschel Walker closes gap with Sen. Warnock, now leads by 3 points in Georgia Senate poll
A new InsiderAdvantage/FOX 5 Atlanta poll found that Herschel Walker is leading the Georgia Senate race against Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., by three percentage points.
Hillary Clinton to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas: 'Don't you want to retire?'
In an interview with Andy Cohen, Clinton said she'd also ask Melania Trump how her summer is going after the FBI raided Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago.
JD Vance says Tim Ryan 'bends the knee' to Biden, insists 'MAGA Republican' comments are dividing Americans
Ohio GOP Senate nominee JD Vance told Fox News Digital that his Democratic opponent, Tim Ryan, has flipped positions on a number of issues important to Ohioans.
POLITICO Playbook: DOJ offers Judge Cannon a new deal
And more on our interview with journalist and podcast host Kara Swisher.
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Changes spark chatter of CNN shifting to the right
Major changes at CNN in recent weeks have sparked chatter in media and political circles that the network’s new corporate ownership is pulling it to the political right. CNN stron…
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Chief Justice John Roberts to speak at Colorado conference
DENVER (AP) — Chief Justice John Roberts is set to make his first public appearance since the U.S.
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Outpouring of sympathy across the Commonwealth
From prime ministers to people on the street, the Commonwealth nations pay tribute to the Queen.
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A hiker who went to find help for his girlfriend was found dead near a California trail, authorities said
Tim Sgrignoli, 29, had been hiking in the Gaviota Peak area and disappeared Sunday while trying to find water.
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5 things to know about Queen Elizabeth II's life and legacy
Queen Elizabeth II passed away peacefully Thursday after 70 years on the throne.
China's Communist Party to amend its constitution at October congress
China's ruling Communist Party will amend its constitution next month during a leadership reshuffle held over five years, a move that some analysts said could consolidate President Xi Jinping's authority and stature within the party.
Zelenskyy announces breakthrough in Ukraine’s east and south
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says troops have reclaimed more than 1,000sq km of territory.
Biden seeks to motivate voters from all parties against ‘Maga Republicans destroying politics’
Biden has repeatedly hammered the theme of Republican extremism in recent weeks as midterm elections loom
BYU investigation finds nothing to corroborate allegations of fans' racist slurs
Brigham Young University said on Friday an investigation it carried out could not corroborate allegations that its volleyball fans yelled racial slurs at a Black player from Duke University.
Anti-tax Dem running for Congress has voted for at least 38 tax hikes in California
Rudy Salas, a Democratic member of the California Assembly who is running for Congress, has voted 38 times for tax and fee increases since making an anti-tax pledge in 2017.
UGA football icon Walker, high-profile pastor Warnock clash in 2022 U.S. Senate election
What to know about the U.S. Senate race in Georgia between Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and GOP challenger Herschel Walker.
‘Absolutely terrifying prospect’: How the midterms could weaken U.S. election security
Republicans who embrace Donald Trump's false claims about the 2020 election are vying for offices that would allow them to open up voting machines across key states to "audits" by unvetted outsiders.
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Michigan board approves ballot measure on voting access
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan election board on Friday voted to put a question on the November ballot about whether the state should expand opportunities to vote, including through absentee and early voting, after the state Supreme Court ordered it to do so .
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Who is the former Prince Charles, Britain's new king?
The new king's supporters laud him as the hardest-working royal, but the eldest son of Queen Elizabeth II has a long history of political controversy and dividing public opinion.
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‘A sensitive man’: UK’s King Charles III – all you need to know
The 73-year-old grandfather of five will serve as the king of the UK and 14 other Commonwealth sovereign states.
Biden mockingly impersonated Republicans who tried to take credit for an infrastructure bill they didn't vote for
Biden was speaking on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, a "once-in-a-generation investment" in roads, highways, airports, and high-speed internet.
Navy tells watchdog site releasing all UFO videos would 'harm national security'
A watchdog website says its Freedom of Information Act request for every UFO video held by the Navy was denied due to national security reasons.
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In pictures: King Charles' first full day on the throne
King Charles III looked thoughtful as he left Balmoral, before being greeted by crowds at Buckingham Palace.
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GOP nominee from Oregon cleared of campaign cash violation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Alek Skarlatos, a Republican nominee for Congress in Oregon, was cleared this week of violating campaign finance law, months after a Democratic-aligned group filed a complaint alleging he improperly funded his campaign with money from a nonprofit he also controlled.
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Judge tosses Trump lawsuit against Hillary Clinton, dismisses it as ‘manifesto’
A judge on Friday dismissed former President Trump’s lawsuit against his 2016 Democratic presidential opponent, Hillary Clinton, calling it a “political manifesto.” “Plaintiff is not attempting to …
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Tracking Trump's ongoing investigations, civil suits and countersuits
There are more than a dozen investigations and lawsuits against former President Trump and his orbit.
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Yeet, sus, cringe, and LARP among 370 new words added to Merriam-Webster dictionary
Merriam-Webster announced the addition of 370 new words to its dictionary this month, including yeet, sus, cringe, LARP, and pwn.
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Mexico gives Army control of National Guard, sparks clash with U.N.
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Friday defiantly dismissed criticism of his security policy by domestic adversaries and the United Nations after Congress voted to give the Army control over the civilian-led National Guard.
The Struggling Arkansas Town That Helped Stop Russia in Its Tracks
Some of the most crucial weapons in the Ukraine war are made in Camden, Arkansas. But a shortage of skilled workers risks slowing the production lines.
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NYC mayor under new pressure to break Trump's golf deal with city, scrap Saudi-backed event
A little more than a month before a Saudi-backed women's golf series is scheduled to hold a New York City tournament at a course run by former President Donald Trump's company, top City Council officials are pushing Mayor Eric Adams' administration to void the city's contract with the Trump...
www.cnn.comFormer Hollywood executive gets 6 years prison for defrauding BlackRock fund
The former head of a Hollywood movie distributor whose films have starred actors such as Halle Berry and Matthew McConaughey was sentenced on Friday to six years in prison after he pleaded guilty to defrauding a BlackRock Inc investment fund.
More than 70 House Democrats join push against Manchin’s permitting reform
More than 70 House Democrats are signing on to a letter pressing Democratic leaders to not include a side deal with Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) on reforming the permit process for energy projects in…
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Russia-Ukraine war in maps and charts: Live Tracker
As the Russian offensive enters its 148th week, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of the war.
U.S. sanctions Iran intelligence over Albania cyberattack
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. government on Friday imposed sanctions on Iran's intelligence agency and its leadership in response to malicious cyberattacks on Albanian government computer systems in July.
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Shannon Bream takes charge of Fox News Sunday, and everybody's happy
It doesn’t happen often in most lines of work and sounds alien in the cutthroat world of cable TV.
www.washingtonexaminer.comShe defeated Sarah Palin. But Mary Peltola and her hometown face bigger problems
Mary Peltola will be the first Alaska Native to serve in Congress. The place she grew up faces a series of existential threats.
Charles pays tribute to queen, wishes Harry, Meghan ‘love’ in first speech as king
King Charles III vowed to “uphold the constitutional principles at the heart of our nation” as he delivered a stirring tribute to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, during his first televised address …
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Florida woman arrested for allegedly 'twerking on' teen at prom
Former teacher Julie Kinsey Hoover, reported to be 39, was arrested earlier in the week and faces a new felony allegation of lewd conduct with a student.
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Italy's right heads for clear election victory, final polls indicate
Italy's right-wing bloc is on track to win a clear majority in both houses of parliament at this month's election, according to studies based on the final opinion polls before a ban on their publication kicks in on Saturday.
11 Senate races will determine whether Democrats or Republicans control the chamber after midterm elections
The 11 Senate races in November's midterm elections that will determine if Republicans win back control of the chamber or if Democrats hold onto their razor-thin majority
Computer experts urge Georgia to replace voting machines
ATLANTA (AP) — A group of computer and election security experts is urging Georgia election officials to replace the state's touchscreen voting machines with hand-marked paper ballots ahead of the November midterm elections, citing what they say are “serious threats” posed by an apparent breach...
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Exclusive: Georgia probe into Trump examines chaplain's role in election meddling
Georgia election worker Ruby Freeman didn’t recognize the man who banged on her door. Terrified, she called 911. She had reason to fear.
Analysis: Ted Cruz nails something fundamental about Donald Trump and 2024
Ted Cruz's relationship with Donald Trump has been, um, interesting to watch over the past few years.
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MLB introduces changes to shorten game play and improve safety
The MLB's competition committee introduced several changes Friday in an effort to cut down on game lengths and improve player safety.
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2 Georgia sheriff's deputies killed while serving warrant: Police
Two Cobb County Sheriff’s deputies in Georgia have been killed while serving a warrant, officials said.
GOP candidates in Georgia split over Trump's election lies
The shadow of Donald Trump's tampering with the 2020 election in Georgia lands differently for the various Republicans running for office in 2022.
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The five issues that will decide the midterm elections
There are less than two months left before the midterm elections. Lately, Democrats have become more hopeful and Republicans more nervous as the polling lead the GOP enjoyed earlier in the year has…
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Tropical Storm Kay to bring heavy rain, strong winds to Southern California
The storm has brought heavy rains to the Baja California Peninsula.
King Charles tells PM Truss: Queen's death 'The moment I've been dreading'
Britain's King Charles described the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth as the moment he had "been dreading", in an exchange with Prime Minister Liz Truss on Friday which was picked up by television cameras.
Queen Elizabeth II: Children remember 'that fantastic twinkle'
Wearing the crown at bath time and "that" 007 cameo - the Queen's children share treasured memories.
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Poliovirus detected in more wastewater near New York City
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday the state was stepping up its polio-fighting efforts as the virus that causes the life-threatening disease was detected in the wastewater of yet another county in the New York City area.
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Judge grants final approval of Boy Scouts of America reorganization plan to pay more than $2.4 billion in sex abuse claims
A judge in Delaware federal bankruptcy court granted final approval Thursday for the confirmation of a reorganization plan for the Boy Scouts of America -- one set to pay out more than $2.4 billion in compensation to more than 82,000 sexual abuse survivors.
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Year's worth of rain possible for Southern California this weekend
Tropical Storm Kay has been causing high winds and massive amounts of rain for Southern California as the region endures a devastating drought.
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Flight searches to London from U.S. surge after Queen Elizabeth's death
Travel startup Hopper said on Friday it had noticed a surge in flight searches to London from the United States following the death of Queen Elizabeth.
Pence rips audacity of Biden’s democracy speech
Former Vice President Mike Pence railed against President Biden’s speech arguing “MAGA Republicans” pose a threat to democracy, telling a conservative women’s group that the address amounted to a “…
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Queen was upbeat, shared memories in her final days, says clergyman
Queen Elizabeth was upbeat, recalled childhood memories, and shared her anguish over the war in Ukraine, says a Scottish clergyman who dined with the monarch just days before her death.
Only farms, restaurants get a thumbs-up from most Americans right now
A new Gallup survey asked American consumers how they feel about various business industries. They didn't hold back.
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2 House chairs seek probe into airlines' use of federal aid
Two key lawmakers want the government to investigate whether airlines used federal pandemic-relief money to encourage employees to quit
UK rail, postal workers cancel strikes after queen's death
In response to the death of Queen Elizabeth II, a railroad workers' union shared its "deepest condolences to her family, friends and the country."
Dem Senate candidate Fetterman pushed to free man convicted of fatally shooting, stabbing victim
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. and Democratic Senate candidate John Fetterman successfully pushed for the early release of a man convicted of murdering a Pittsburgh man.
High court blocks recognition of LGBTQ campus at Yeshiva U
The Supreme Court has temporarily blocked a court order that would have forced Yeshiva University to recognize an LGBTQ group as an official campus club
Navy orders broad investigation into SEALs selection course after sailor's death | CNN Politics
The Navy ordered an investigation into the grueling SEALs selection course, according to three Navy officials, after the death of a sailor earlier this year drew increased scrutiny of the policies, staff preparation, and safety measures in place around one of the military's most elite units.
Wall Street hits back at GOP in ESG war
Wall Street giants are defending a widespread initiative to invest in companies with environmentally friendly policies, moving away from investment in the fossil fuel industry following attacks on …
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Vice President Harris pushes to broaden U.S. space industry workforce
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris on Friday announced a new coalition of companies involved in the space industry, aimed at increasing job opportunities in the sector, notably for people from traditionally under-represented backgrounds.
Notes to Queen Elizabeth II: Paddington bears, memories and messages
Paddington Bear, "Queen Kong" and other messages for Queen Elizabeth II left at Buckingham Palace.
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'Literally a hologram': Dr. Oz bashes Fetterman as 'fictional' candidate
Pennsylvania Republican Senate candidate Dr. Mehmet Oz bashed his Democratic opponent, John Fetterman, on Friday, calling him a manufactured candidate.
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Japan's Emperor Naruhito, PM Kishida may attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral -media
Japan's Emperor Naruhito plans to attend the funeral of Britain's Queen Elizabeth, while Prime Minister Fumio Kishida may also attend, Japanese media said.
Swing-state Democrats keep their distance from President Biden
Tim Ryan will attend President Joe Biden’s CHIPS Act victory lap in Ohio on Friday, but not in his role as a Senate hopeful.
Federal civil rights charges won't be filed against Kansas police officer who fatally shot teenage driver
The decision comes almost two years after the FBI opened an investigation into the death of John Albers, who was fatally shot during a wellness check at his Overland Park home.
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Groups race to recruit poll workers amid fears of shortages. Here's how you can help.
In the spring of 2020, Abhinand Keshamouni was stuck at home in a suburb west of Detroit. The pandemic had driven his high school classes online, and he fretted about the state of the country.
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William and Kate take on Prince, Princess of Wales titles from King Charles
William and Kate will be the Prince and Princess of Wales.
Audio shows Mastriano praying for leaders to 'rise up with boldness' ahead of Jan. 6
Days before rioters breached the Capitol and stormed the halls of Congress on Jan. 6, GOP Pennsylvania gubernatorial contender Doug Mastriano prayed for leaders to “rise up with boldness,” according to audio.
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CNN anchor Bernard Shaw dead at 82
Former CNN anchor Bernard Shaw died Wednesday at a Washington, DC, hospital of pneumonia unrelated to Covid-19, Shaw's family announced Thursday. Shaw was 82.
www.cnn.comTurkey, U.S. in contact over Erdogan-Biden meeting -Turkish official
A meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan later this month is under discussion, a senior Turkish official said on Friday, with Turkey-Russia relations, U.S. weapons and conflicts in Ukraine and Syria on the agenda. NATO-member Turkey has sought to strike a...
Trump, DOJ propose four special master candidates to review documents seized at Mar-a-Lago
Lawyers for Donald Trump and the Justice Department clash on special master appointment and duties
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Poliovirus detected in more wastewater near New York City as governor declares emergency
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says the state is stepping up its polio-fighting efforts after the virus was detected in the wastewater of Nassau County on Long Island.
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Maloney, Clyburn request investigation into airlines’ use of COVID-19 relief funds
Top House Democrats requested an investigation into airline companies use of pandemic funds on Thursday, following weeks of thousands of flights across the getting canceled and delayed. In a letter…
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Why California has blackouts: A look at the power grid
Extreme temperatures have sent electric demand on the grid to record levels.
Ukraine has retaken settlements in Kharkiv region - Russian-installed official
Ukraine's advance in the Kharkiv region has been "very sharp and rapid" and Ukrainian forces have recaptured a number of settlements, the Russian-installed administrator of Russian-controlled parts of the region said in a live online broadcast.
Britain's new King Charles is a climate hawk who has called for 'radically transforming' fossil fuel economy
Britain's new King Charles III has spent the greater part of the last 50 years leading environmental campaigns and demanding world leaders take action to prevent climate change.
New way to track suspect credit card sales of guns and ammo approved by international organization
A CBS News investigation found credit card companies initially resisted the proposal.
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Pentagon warns of GPS interference from Ligado broadband network
The U.S. Defense Department said a study released Friday shows Ligado Networks' (MOSAV.UL) planned nationwide mobile broadband network will interfere with military global positioning system receivers (GPS) receivers.
Biden tones down 'MAGA Republican' attacks in Ohio's 'Silicon Heartland'
President Joe Biden traveled to Licking County, Ohio, on Friday to celebrate the opening of Intel's new semiconductor manufacturing plant.
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After a deadly shooting rampage stuns Memphis, the suspect accused of live-streaming attack appears in court
The citywide search for Ezekiel Kelly prompted a shelter-in-place order for part of the city and temporary suspension of bus and trolley services in the area.
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Runners gather to honor life of murdered Memphis jogger Eliza Fletcher
The shocking murder has prompted outrage and heartbreak from runners around the country.
From Truman to Biden, Queen Elizabeth was beloved among U.S. presidents
The British monarch met more than a dozen American presidents.
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King Charles III returns to London amid outpouring of grief and thanks for Queen Elizabeth II
Britain's longest-reigning monarch passed away at the age of 96, and the new king has now taken up residence at Buckingham Palace.
www.cbsnews.comNavy orders broad investigation into SEALs selection course after sailor's death | CNN Politics
The Navy ordered an investigation into the grueling SEALs selection course, according to three Navy officials, after the death of a sailor earlier this year drew increased scrutiny of the policies, staff preparation, and safety measures in place around one of the military's most elite units.
Texas billionaire John Arnold quietly poured tens of millions into New York criminal justice reform efforts
Arnold Ventures, the charitable vehicle of Texas billionaire John Arnold, has poured tens of millions of dollars into New York groups working on criminal justice reform efforts.
Men convicted of plotting to kidnap Michigan governor sent private investigator to juror's workplace
Adam Fox and Barry Croft Jr., convicted of seeking to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, insist they were victimized by a biased panelist.
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Seventy-two House Democrats sign on to letter opposing Schumer-Manchin permitting deal
More than 70 House Democrats have signed on to a letter opposing a Senate deal that would make it easier for energy producers to be granted development permits, citing the deal's restrictions on litigation and environmental reviews.
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Second time’s the charm for ALS drug candidate
The FDA’s advisory committee on neurological drugs voted in favor of recommending the agency approve a novel amyotrophic lateral sclerosis drug candidate.
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WATCH: Sunny Hostin blasts Queen Elizabeth II's crown for having 'pillaged stones'
The View host Sunny Hostin shared her thoughts about Queen Elizabeth II's death Friday, exhorting viewers to "mourn the queen and not the empire" for its colonization.
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Black gay community concerned monkeypox response is inadequate
Historic inequities in health care and current disparities in vaccine distribution have Black gay men worried they could be seeing a repeat of the response and stigma that came with the HIV/AIDS epidemic of the 1980s.
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DoorDash customer says delivery driver ate his chicken wings, left surprising note in bag
A WingStop customer in California claims his DoorDash driver ate all the food he ordered and delivered a bag containing the discarded chicken bones — along with an explanation, of sorts.
thehill.comExplainer-Republicans push to restrict mail-in voting ahead of U.S. November midterms
The Republican Party has pushed to enact new curbs on mail-in voting, which surged in the 2020 presidential election and fueled former President Donald Trump's false claims that he was robbed of victory by widespread voter fraud. Mail-in voting is unlikely to be used as heavily in November’s...
On The Money — BlackRock fires back at GOP over green investing
The world’s largest asset manager is defending its push into environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing from a Republican investigation. We’ll also look at the fading popularity of …
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