Trump claims Iran has placed him at top of target list
Trump says he is Iran's top target and demands Tehran compensate Americans and Iranian protesters, sharpening tensions and raising fresh security questions.
Ohio Republican Max Miller stays in race despite abuse accusation
Max Miller is staying in his Ohio House race despite an abuse allegation and pressure from fellow Republicans, raising questions about a once-safe seat.
Senate GOP leaves for recess without SAVE America Act vote
Senate Republicans left for recess without acting on the SAVE America Act or a budget reconciliation bill, despite pressure from Donald Trump. Here is what is at stake and what to watch next.
Trump urges Senate to pass Protect College Sports Act
Donald Trump is publicly urging the Senate to pass the Protect College Sports Act, saying it will protect women’s and Olympic sports. Here’s what’s at stake.
Trump Iran strike reversal and Todd Blanche fund move raise new questions
NPR says Trump called off planned Iran strikes as acting AG Todd Blanche moved to rescind an anti-weaponization fund. Here is what changed and why it matters now.
Senate signs off on Jay Clayton as new U.S. intel chief
Jay Clayton has been confirmed to lead U.S. intelligence, The New York Times reports, despite losing Democratic backing over the 2020 election. Here’s what changes.
Trump presses Senate to skip August recess for voting bill
Donald Trump is pressing Senate leaders to cancel their August recess until they pass a strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill. Here is what is at stake now.
South Carolina Governor Names Darline Graham Nordone to Succeed Late Senator
Gov. Henry McMaster has tapped Darline Graham Nordone to fill the Senate seat left vacant by Lindsey Graham’s death, a swift move with major political stakes.
Tim Scott tribute and Iran debate dominate latest "Face the Nation"
CBS News' latest "Face the Nation" features Tim Scott remembering Lindsey Graham and top security voices parsing Iran and regional risks. Here’s why it matters now.
Judge orders Trump to release $5 million to E. Jean Carroll
A judge has ordered Donald Trump to release the $5 million judgment to E. Jean Carroll after a jury found he sexually abused and defamed her, raising the legal and political stakes.
Mass crowds in Tehran as Iran mourns Khamenei
Iran is seeing massive funeral crowds for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as ABC News reports new U.S., Israeli strikes, raising the stakes in an already volatile standoff.
Court limits Trump team’s migrant detentions to 90 days
A federal court has ruled the Trump administration cannot hold migrants more than 90 days without a bond hearing, affecting detention in Texas, Louisiana and beyond.
Supreme Court backs birthright citizenship as Colorado race shakes up Democrats
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship and a democratic socialist won a key Denver primary, NPR reports, while World Cup officials monitor dangerous heat.
Trump reports $1.4B in crypto gains in new disclosure
NBC News says Donald Trump’s new disclosure reports $1.4B in crypto earnings plus $80M from media lawsuit settlements. Here is what is known so far and why it matters.