Politics

Ned Lamont fends off progressive rival to win Connecticut governor nomination

Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) fended off primary challenger state Rep. Josh Elliott Tuesday night, securing the Democratic nomination and paving the way to a third term at Connecticut‘s helm.

Ukraine war briefing: North Korean missiles hit Zaporizhzhia in deadly attack

Zelenskyy warns Putin will use Russian election, in which opposition to the war is banned, as pretext for major call-up of troops. What we know on day 1,631

Darline Graham and Ralph Norman Advance to Runoff in South Carolina GOP Senate Primary, CBS News Projects

Updated on: August 11, 2026 / 9:16 PM EDT / CBS News

ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver electric shocks

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon be outfitted with gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks intended to gain compliance from combative individuals.

Darline Graham advances to runoff to replace brother Lindsey Graham

Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC), backed by President Donald Trump, advanced to a runoff election that will determine who will inherit the South Carolina seat previously held by her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

Trump Attempts Patience

But how long can the impulsive, reactive president show restraint?

ICE to spend up to $20m on gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks

According to manufacturer, shock ‘is usually effective in bringing individuals into compliance in less than three seconds’

U.S. military operations killed 153 civilians last year, Pentagon says

Updated on: August 11, 2026 / 7:13 PM EDT / CBS News

Sen. Darline Graham advances to Republican special primary runoff in South Carolina

Progressive Democrats keep their winning streak rolling in Minnesota.

US and allies demand 24-hour notice for ballistic missile launches

The United States and allies across Europe, Asia, the Pacific, and the Middle East released a statement on Tuesday urging nations to give a 24-hour notice for ballistic missile launches after China came under Washington scrutiny for failing to alert others of an intercontinental ballistic missile launched last month.

White House asked DOJ about new Reflecting Pool case against David Hearn

Updated on: August 11, 2026 / 6:54 PM EDT / CBS News

Trump administration bars use of Medicaid funds for some youth transgender care

President Trump's administration said that Medicaid will stop paying for gender-affirming surgeries and hormone treatments for transgender minors and the state Children's Health Insurance Program won't pay for the treatments for those under 19.