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EPA to eliminate diesel requirements to lessen burden on farmers

The Environmental Protection Agency said Tuesday it plans to eliminate diesel emissions requirements for farm equipment, arguing the move will reduce costs and mechanical burdens for farmers already grappling with high input prices and economic strain.

With UAE strikes, Iran targets US credibility

Relying upon the current ceasefire to prevent resumed U.S. and Israeli strikes against its territory, Iran is simultaneously seeking to degrade the confidence of America’s Sunni Arab allies. Launching attacks on the United Arab Emirates, Iran wants the UAE and Saudi Arabia to question the value of America’s protective umbrella.

Stephen Colbert turned into the pompous dullard he once satirized

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Jeff Landry skewered for 'cookies' comment to Greenland children

Gov. Jeff Landry’s (R-LA) “cookie diplomacy” sparked backlash online, with critics questioning President Donald Trump’s messaging abroad.

US sanctions flotilla organizers providing support to Gaza

The State Department announced sanctions on Tuesday on four people tied to organizations supporting Gaza-bound flotillas, accusing them of providing material backing to Hamas.

Federal prosecutors open new criminal probe into Maduro, sources say

Updated on: May 19, 2026 / 1:03 PM EDT / CBS News

Why Does Donald Trump Refuse to Defend America?

The president has long articulated a moral equivalence between the country’s interests and those of dictatorships.

Pass an infrastructure bill that builds on what works

America’s transportation system is the backbone of our economy, and the decisions Congress makes in the coming months will determine whether goods and services can continue to move on time, safely, and efficiently. Critical infrastructure funding is set to expire in September, and while House and Senate committees are moving toward early action, history tells us that delays are likely.

Trump endorses Ken Paxton ahead of Texas Senate primary runoff

President Donald Trump made his long-awaited endorsement in the Texas Senate primary, giving Attorney General Ken Paxton a boost ahead of the May 26 runoff.

San Diego's Tragic Lesson About Terrorism

The attack on an Islamic center exemplified a danger that the Trump administration would rather ignore.

Trump says he was 'an hour away' from Iran strike decision before he postponed it

Asked how long Iran has to come to the table, Trump said it could be two or three days, or perhaps until Sunday or early next week.

Poland presses Trump on canceled US deployment: 'We will get answers'

Poland said questions remain about why President Donald Trump canceled the deployment of thousands of U.S. troops to the European country.