Noem draws criticism from members of both parties in Senate hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced skepticism from both sides of the aisle at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee, with lawmakers criticizing her handling of the Trump administration's immigration agenda. Caitlin Huey Burns has more.
Americans urged to leave 14 Middle East countries amid Iran war
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Dallas Police Detain Man Outside Ken Paxton Watch Party
Officers appeared to find magazines for a rifle when searching his car, but details about why he was taken into custody were not immediately available.
Democrats raise doubts about urgency of Trump's Iran strikes
The Senate is expected to vote on a series of Democrat-backed war powers resolutions aimed at stopping the conflict with Iran and preventing future wars without a greenlight from Congress. Nancy Cordes has details on Democrats' reactions.
Americans trying to evacuate Middle East frustrated with government response
The U.S. Department of State has urged Americans to leave 14 countries across the Middle East amid the widening Iran war, but most flights have been canceled.
Free Press author argues war in Iran is about China
President Trump said his objectives in Iran are to dismantle its military capabilities, destroy its naval assets, prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon and cut off funding to Iran's proxies. But Zineb Riboua, author of The Free Press article "The Iran Strike is All About China," argues otherwise. Paramount Skydance owns The Free Press and CBS News.
Why are North Carolina Senate primaries so crucial?
In North Carolina, voters are picking the candidates in one of the key Senate races of 2026. The state's incumbent Senator, Republican Thom Tillis, is not seeking reelection, opening the door for Democrats to potentially pick up a seat in November. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more from Raleigh.
U.S. consulate grounds in Dubai set ablaze by suspected Iranian drone strike
A suspected Iranian drone struck the grounds of a U.S. consulate in Dubai, setting it ablaze. There were no reports of casualties, but as Imtiaz Tyab reports, it's part of a punishing campaign by Tehran that has seen the United Arab Emirates targeted more than any other nation in the Gulf.
Americans stranded amid war in Middle East: "Everybody is scared"
The U.S. State Department is urging the roughly 1 million American citizens in 14 countries in the Middle East to leave immediately and saying help is on the way. But with most planes grounded, many are finding escape nearly impossible. Matt Gutman reports.
The Pentagon has released the names of the first U.S. service members killed in the ongoing war with Iran. CBS News Pentagon reporter Eleanor Watson has more.
Most Americans feel Trump has not clearly explained U.S. goals in Iran, CBS News poll shows
As U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran continue, new CBS News polling shows that most Americans disapprove. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto has the numbers.
Texas is holding two highly-watched Senate primary races on Tuesday, with polls closing in just hours. Longtime Republican Sen. John Cornyn is facing a contentious challenge from State Attorney General Ken Paxton and Congressman Wesley Hunt. In the Democratic race, Dallas-area congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is facing state representative James Talarico. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos reports.
Lutnick Agrees to Testify in House Epstein Investigation
The Commerce Secretary, who misrepresented his relationship with the convicted sex offender, has volunteered to appear, the House Oversight Committee’s leader said.
Trump Tries to Quiet Claims Among Supporters That Israel Dragged Him Into War
Many of President Trump’s allies have urged him and his Make America Great Again movement to shift away from their close ties to Israel and military entanglements in the Middle East.
Hot Air Balloon Rescue in Texas After It Strikes a Cell Tower
Two people were left dangling from a communications tower near Longview, Texas, on Saturday until more than a dozen firefighters could scale the equivalent of a skyscraper to reach them.
Representative Tony Gonzales, a Republican, is fighting to hold onto his job as he faces a primary challenge from the right and fresh allegations of personal indiscretions that have rocked his campaign.
‘Cheap’ and ‘Appalling’: Trump’s Ballroom Plans Receive a Flood of Negative Comments
The National Capital Planning Commission received about 32,000 messages during its public comment period. Suffice it to say: Many people are not happy with the president’s ballroom plans.
Texas State House Race Features Candidate Pardoned for Jan. 6 by Trump
A conservative member of the Texas Legislature is facing a tough challenge from an Air Force veteran who went to prison for breaching the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
A Costly, Bitter Senate Primary Splits Texas Republicans
The bruising contest between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton reflects a broader struggle between establishment Republicans and the party’s ascendant right flank.
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Carney to push his middle power strategy during Australia visit
Defence, trade, and the global place of "middle powers" will be on the agenda as Prime Minister Mark Carney meets his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese.
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