Politics

Watch Live: Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding, rejects Democrats' move to ban DOJ fund

Updated on: June 4, 2026 / 6:34 PM EDT / CBS News

Pentagon hires man who pleaded guilty in Jan. 6 riot for sensitive civilian job in special operations policy office

A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — works in a sensitive job in the Defense Department, a defense official confirmed to CBS News.

Graham Platner Hit by Fresh Wave of Allegations Ahead of Maine Primary

Maine Democrat Graham Platner, who is facing a statewide primary next week, is facing a fresh wave of allegations about his treatment of several women he dated and the controversy surrounding his Nazi tattoo.

Yet More Damning Revelations About Graham Platner

Voters may be questioning the Senate candidate’s claims that he is a changed man.

Trump's Name Must Come Off the Kennedy Center by June 12

Updated on: June 4, 2026 / 6:11 PM EDT / CBS News

Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know why Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for tax planning over 5-year period

Updated on: June 4, 2026 / 6:10 PM EDT / CBS News

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire could undermine Hezbollah and Iran

Israel and Hezbollah are already trading strikes despite the Israeli government signing a ceasefire with Lebanon just a day ago, causing many to question the purpose of the “last chance” agreement.

House Republicans seek DOJ probe of abuse allegations raised by Epstein's assistant

Updated on: June 4, 2026 / 5:45 PM EDT / CBS News

Trump Thinks His Administration Is ‘Like Pirates’

They’re seizing ships, plundering cargo, and inflicting casualties on the high seas.

IAEA's inability to enter Iran prevents oversight of nuclear program

The U.N.'s nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency, reiterated concerns this week that Iran's suspension of cooperation with the agency has prevented inspectors from fully monitoring the country's nuclear program since 2025.

Trump says Hunter Biden 'could do well' in 2028

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Hunter Biden “could do well” in a 2028 presidential campaign if he chose to run.

‘I wouldn’t flinch’: Burnham on social care, markets, Brexit

Exclusive: Greater Manchester mayor sets out his priorities before Makerfield byelection – and what might happen after the vote