Politics

Rededicate 250: What to know

The White House is holding a historic prayer gathering in Washington, D.C., this weekend, as part of an initiative to mark the United States’s 250th anniversary.

White House report card: Trump's China excursion can't mask worries at home

Welcome to Friday's edition of Washington Secrets. Which means it is time for our regular rundown of Donald Trump's week, and whether he won it or lost it.

Latvian government collapses over fallout from two Ukrainian drones

The government of Latvia, a NATO and European Union member, collapsed over the fallout of two stray Ukrainian drones crashing in its territory.

No more chancers or failures – the coming contest must produce a British PM worthy of the name

Labour must rise to a historic responsibility by choosing a leader who can win over the nation. The alternative is Farage on the steps of No 10

What was actually achieved at Trump and Xi’s ‘stalemate summit’ in Beijing?

US president has said he and Chinese leader ‘settled a lot of different problems’ but has given little detail on solutions

In China summit, Trump touts "fantastic trade deals" with Xi as nations try to stabilize relationship

Updated on: May 15, 2026 / 9:06 AM EDT / CBS News

Starmer, Burnham, Farage Polanski: they make a week in politics feel like an eternity in Hades

It’s your life in their hands, but what kind of life is that? No wonder a wearied, confused public has mobilised into tribes – or just tuned out

Trump says Xi offered help on Iran

Trump said in an interview that Xi told him he "would like to be of help" in efforts to resolve the conflict in the Middle East.

Russia and Iran welcome discussions with China after Trump-Xi summit

Russia and Iran, two of China’s biggest partners, said they welcome discussions between the U.S. and China.

U.S. Moving to Indict Cuba's Raúl Castro, Sources Say

Updated on: May 15, 2026 / 8:29 AM EDT / CBS News

Why rights groups fear new ECHR declaration could weaken migrant protections

Political statement agreed by all 46 Council of Europe states could give them more leeway to carry out deportations

Trump says China and Taiwan should 'both cool it'

President Donald Trump spoke about Taiwan after a two-day visit to China, where he said he discussed Iran, and trade deals with Chinese President Xi Jingping.