Politics

Trump Nominating Prosecutor Jay Clayton to Be Next Director of National Intelligence

Updated on: June 11, 2026 / 6:24 PM EDT / CBS News

The Kennedy Center Is a Metaphor for De-Trumpification

You can remove Trump’s name but not the damage he’s done.

Ohio adds photo ID requirement for mail-in ballots

Ohio lawmakers have approved legislation that would require absentee voters to submit a copy of a photo ID when returning their ballots, a move Republicans say will strengthen election security but that critics argue could create new hurdles for voters.

Trump teases Iran peace deal signing in Europe

President Donald Trump said Thursday that a peace deal with Iran could be signed as early as this weekend in Europe, comments that mark the latest turn toward diplomacy after days of military strikes.

Bill Cassidy goes out in style

After suffering a defeat in last month’s primary, Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) hosted his last Senate Seersucker Day, leaving the beloved bipartisan tradition without a Republican leader.

Rubio laments division in society as he signs UFC agreement

Secretary of State Marco Rubio made an unexpectedly candid observation about the degradation of American unity during an event celebrating the U.S. government’s partnership with the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Trump nominates Jay Clayton as top US intelligence official after pushback on Bill Pulte

US president had faced widespread criticism of his decision to install a controversial ally, Bill Pulte

Trump arch could take up to three years and 20 hours of construction per day

One of President Donald Trump’s pet projects to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence is set to be built on a vigorously demanding construction schedule.

JD Vance will join The View to talk faith, politics, and Trump agenda

Vice President JD Vance is pulling up a seat at The View table on Tuesday, June 16, as a guest to promote his new book, Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith.

Markings that appear to show the numbers "86 47" seen on National Mall in Washington

Updated on: June 11, 2026 / 5:02 PM EDT / CBS News

Step-grandmother of suspect in Anna Kepner case calls for charges against Kepner's father, stepmother

The step-grandmother of Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner who has been charged in her death and sexual assault, is calling for charges against Kepner's father and stepmother over alleged neglect during their cruise vacation.

Ex-Andreessen Horowitz partner slams his old firm, other VCs for 'political infiltration' around AI

John O'Farrell, former partner at Andreessen Horowitz, says the PAC Leading the Future, backed by his old firm, is trying to "intimidate politicians."