Politics

Iran has mined 'large segments' of Hormuz Strait, Secretary of State Rubio says

Rubio called Iran's actions illegal in testimony to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Cassidy: Pulte not 'competent' for intelligence director role

Intelligence community veterans have warned that Pulte is ill-prepared for the job and could target Trump's foes in the role.

Protesters clash with police in Southampton over Henry Nowak murder

Demonstration follows family’s plea for death not to be used to create division

Acting attorney general says Trump’s $1.8bn ‘anti-weaponization’ fund is scrapped

However, Todd Blanche said the IRS will still be prohibited from auditing Donald Trump, his family and related entities

Blanche: DOJ will not move forward with anti-weaponization fund

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told House lawmakers on Tuesday that the Justice Department will not move forward with its $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization fund.”

Pilot of fighter jet downed over Iran was previously shot down in Kuwaiti friendly fire incident, sources say

Updated on: June 2, 2026 / 4:45 PM EDT / CBS News

Dr. Oz forces press to cover Trump's healthcare agenda

The White House press corp was left largely looking for answers on Tuesday after Mehmet Oz was tapped to headline the press briefing, thereby ensuring the agenda focused mostly on healthcare as opposed to more controversial subjects.

Trump Still Protected From Tax Enforcement, But Anti-Weaponization Fund Is Dead, Blanche Says

The DOJ's $1.8 billion fund faced strong criticism because it could have compensated people convicted of crimes related to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol Riot.

Starmer urges calm as far right seeks to exploit Henry Nowak murder

Prime minister echoes family’s plea that case should not be used to target communities

British couple jailed in Iran have lost appeal against convictions, family say

Craig and Lindsay Foreman given 10-year sentences in February for alleged espionage, which they deny

Pulte appointment as spy chief would give a Trump attack dog access to the 'crown jewels' of intelligence

In his role atop the housing finance agency, Bill Pulte has used his access to mortgage records to refer some top Trump opponents for prosecution.

Traders say Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt will advance to runoff in high-profile L.A. mayoral race

Los Angeles voters go to the polls Tuesday. If no candidate receives more than 50%, the top-two vote getters will advance to a November runoff.