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Jill Biden said she fully supported President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon their son Hunter Biden. She also talked about President Biden’s health during his time as president in an upcoming CBS interview.
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Jill Biden appeared on the show "CBS Sunday Morning."
She expressed full support for President Biden’s pardon of their son Hunter.
The interview covers various topics, including President Biden’s health.
The full interview will air Sunday at 9 a.m. ET on CBS.
Jill Biden is the current First Lady of the United States.
Hunter Biden received a pardon from President Joe Biden.
The interview is available on the CBS News app and online.
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President Donald Trump has created a $1.8 billion fund to compensate supporters who claim they were unfairly targeted by the government after the January 6 Capitol attack. Despite a judge temporarily blocking the fund, some rioters are seeking payouts, while others reject the idea of compensation.
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The fund is nearly $1.8 billion and aims to support people who say the government politically prosecuted them over January 6 events.
Many Jan. 6 rioters pleaded guilty to breaking the law but were later pardoned by President Trump.
A South Carolina man who entered the Capitol illegally is helping others apply for money from the fund, charging a 10% fee.
A judge has paused the creation of the fund, and there is no official application process yet.
Some rioters see the fund as a way to get money for their actions, while others, like a military veteran, say accepting money would bother them because they admit guilt.
Critics say the fund tries to rewrite history and reward those who attacked the U.S. Capitol.
Several people involved in the attack have publicly accepted or rejected pardons and are divided over seeking compensation.
The fund reflects ongoing political conflict over how to view the January 6 attack and its aftermath.
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President Donald Trump had a recent health checkup at Walter Reed Medical Center that showed he is in excellent health overall. His doctor reported some minor issues like swelling in his lower leg and bruising on his hands but said these do not affect his ability to do his presidential duties.
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President Trump’s doctor reported he remains in excellent health with strong heart, lung, brain, and overall physical function.
The health memo was released by the White House and dated the day of Trump’s medical visit, Tuesday.
Trump has some lower leg swelling that is improving compared to last year.
Hand bruising is described as common and linked to frequent handshaking and aspirin use.
His heart and neurological exams showed normal results, including tests for depression and anxiety.
Trump is 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighs 238 pounds.
The doctor advised a healthy diet, more exercise, aspirin use, and weight loss for prevention.
The memo did not explain earlier skin treatment on his neck or mention any new MRI scans.
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New Jersey voters are concerned about Congressman Tom Kean Jr.'s absence from Washington, where he has missed over 100 votes due to a medical emergency. Kean's office says he remains a candidate for reelection and expects him to return soon, but no specific details about his condition have been given.
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Tom Kean Jr., a Republican, represents New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District.
He has been absent from Congress for nearly three months, missing more than 100 votes.
Kean’s absence has raised questions among voters and local politicians.
Kean’s campaign consultant said he is dealing with a medical emergency and will be transparent.
The 7th District is politically competitive and includes President Donald Trump’s Bedminster golf course.
Kean won the seat in 2022, after the district was redrawn to favor Republicans.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said they expect Kean to return soon and be transparent about his situation.
Kean has a family history in politics, with his father serving as New Jersey governor.
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For almost a year, Congress has investigated the abuse committed by Jeffrey Epstein, responding to calls from survivors and the public. Despite interviews with top officials, including a former president, lawmakers have not found clear proof of others’ criminal wrongdoing or fully acknowledged government mistakes.
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Congress has worked together across party lines to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes.
Survivors of Epstein’s abuse have pushed for accountability and justice.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi, who helped release case files, was recently interviewed by Congress.
Bondi defended the Trump administration’s handling of the case files and declined to answer some questions about President Donald Trump.
Some lawmakers criticized House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer for letting officials avoid tough questions.
The Department of Justice released files that included sensitive photos and information about potential victims, causing distress among survivors.
Survivors feel that government failures have harmed them and that justice is difficult without official acknowledgment of those failures.
The investigation has included testimony from high-profile figures such as former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State.
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President Donald Trump held a long meeting at the White House to decide on the war with Iran. After the meeting, he did not announce any new deal or extension of the ceasefire, leaving the situation unclear.
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President Trump had a marathon meeting at the White House about the war with Iran.
The meeting took place before Friday.
Trump indicated he would make a final decision about the conflict.
After the meeting, no announcement was made about a ceasefire extension.
The situation regarding Iran remains uncertain.
CBS News covered the events and updates.
Viewers could watch related content on the CBS News App.
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Inglewood, California, is undergoing major changes as it prepares to host big sports events like the World Cup, Super Bowl, and 2028 Olympics. The city has seen billions of dollars invested in new stadiums, roads, and businesses, but some local residents are concerned about who will truly benefit from these developments.
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Inglewood is home to sports venues like the remodeled Kia Forum, Intuit Dome, and SoFi Stadium.
SoFi Stadium will host World Cup games soon, and the city will host the Super Bowl next year and Olympic events in 2028.
Billions have been spent on stadiums, infrastructure, and entertainment projects to turn Inglewood into Los Angeles’s sports hub.
Some residents welcome the changes but worry about fair sharing of the new wealth in the community.
The arrival of new sports teams (Rams and Chargers) in 2020 boosted local hopes for revival after past struggles.
Despite redevelopment, some areas of the city still have empty shops and closed schools.
Traffic, construction, and parking problems have increased, causing challenges for residents.
There is a mix of opinions among locals, with some preferring the new Inglewood and others feeling left out.
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Kouri Richins, a mother from Utah, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the murder of her husband. Two jurors from her trial shared their views on the evidence in a CBS News program called Post Mortem.
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Kouri Richins is a Utah mother.
She was convicted of murdering her husband.
The sentence given was life in prison without parole.
Two jurors from the trial spoke about the evidence.
This was covered on CBS News in a program called Post Mortem.
The discussion was led by CBS correspondents Anne-Marie Green and Natalie Morales.
The program is related to the "48 Hours" series.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clarified that the U.S. war with Iran is not causing delays in the $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan. This statement countered a previous comment by Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao, who said the deal was paused to save U.S. ammunition supplies.
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The U.S. planned a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said the sale was paused due to low U.S. munitions stockpiles amid the Iran war.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disagreed, saying the Iran conflict is not delaying the arms sale.
The discussion about the arms deal took place during a Senate hearing.
The U.S. is managing military resources while dealing with the situation in Iran.
Taiwan is a key U.S. partner in the region, often involved in defense agreements.
The issue reflects broader U.S. military and foreign policy decisions under President Donald Trump.
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The Texas Senate race is testing whether Republican attacks on "woke" culture will still work in 2026 amid economic challenges. The race features Republican Ken Paxton, who faces legal scandals, against Democrat James Talarico, a young progressive targeted for his past comments on race and gender.
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Republicans see the Texas Senate race as a chance to use anti-"woke" politics again after their 2024 success.
James Talarico, the Democratic candidate, made 2021 comments on race and gender that Republicans call "woke" and use against him.
Ken Paxton, the Republican candidate, has faced impeachment, fraud charges, and corruption investigations.
Democrats want to highlight Paxton's legal troubles as a sign of Republican corruption.
Texas has new residents and shifting Latino voter attitudes that may help Democrats win the Senate seat.
Republican campaign ads in 2024 effectively used trans rights as a symbol of Democratic "wokeness."
Economic issues like inflation have weakened Republican support since 2024.
The Texas race will show if the GOP's cultural attack strategy still works when they hold power.
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Many new mothers experience mood changes called "baby blues" after childbirth, but some have a more serious condition called postpartum depression. This serious condition has become more common in the U.S. and needs proper diagnosis and treatment to help mothers and their babies stay healthy.
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Baby blues affect about 8 out of 10 new mothers and usually involve mild sadness after childbirth.
Postpartum depression is more severe and can include deep sadness, anxiety, and difficulty bonding with the baby.
Rates of postpartum depression in U.S. mothers increased from 9.4% in 2010 to 19% in 2021.
A questionnaire with 10 questions is commonly used to screen mothers for postpartum depression during checkups.
Causes of postpartum depression may include genetics, physical, and emotional factors.
Symptoms lasting more than two weeks, including feelings of guilt, low energy, and loss of interest, may indicate postpartum depression.
Untreated postpartum depression can lead to serious problems, including suicide risk.
Expert doctors emphasize that a mother's mental health is important for the baby’s overall well-being.
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Hundreds of U.S. cities are losing residents, especially smaller towns with aging infrastructure and fewer jobs. Many shrinking cities are majority-Black or Native American communities facing poverty and underinvestment, while fast-growing metro areas in the South and West expand.
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More than 600 U.S. cities with populations over 20,000 lost residents between 2020 and 2025.
Big Spring, Texas, had the largest population drop at 15.3%, partly due to the closure of two detention centers.
Several shrinking cities are majority-Black communities in the Deep South, like Greenville, Mississippi, which lost 10.6% of its population.
Gallup, New Mexico, on the Navajo Nation, lost 8.8% of residents, and its main newspaper recently closed.
Mississippi has three of the top 10 fastest-shrinking cities, all facing poverty, poor infrastructure, and young people moving away.
Most new housing is being built in fast-growing metro areas, not in shrinking cities.
Shrinking cities lose political influence because population loss reduces their representation.
Some population loss may be temporary, like in Twentynine Palms, California, which has a Marine Corps base.
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Ana María, a 23-year-old woman seeking asylum in the U.S., was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and transferred multiple times in shackles despite having no criminal record. After enduring harsh treatment and poor conditions in detention, she agreed to be deported back to her home country in South America.
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Ana María was living and working in the U.S. while her asylum case was in process.
She was moved at least six times to different detention centers over three months.
During each transfer, she was handcuffed and shackled, causing physical pain.
She has no criminal record in the U.S. or her home country.
Ana María and her boyfriend tried to seek asylum in Canada, but she was sent back to the U.S. and detained by ICE.
Conditions in ICE detention included constant bright lights, poor food, and loud guards disturbing sleep.
Her boyfriend was accused by Canadian authorities of trafficking her and was detained separately.
Ana María chose deportation due to the humiliating treatment and fear during detention.
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President Donald Trump is facing a drop in support, especially from young men who helped him win the 2024 election. To try to regain their support, he is hosting a UFC fight on the White House lawn, but many remain critical of his policies, especially the costly ongoing war with Iran.
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President Donald Trump is spending $5 million to cover four bronze horse statues near the Lincoln Memorial with gold leaf.
The U.S. is involved in a war with Iran, costing an estimated $2 billion a day and potentially over a trillion dollars in total.
Many Americans blame the Iran war for rising costs, such as higher food and electric bills.
Young men’s approval of President Trump has dropped significantly, with 66% disapproving of his performance according to a poll.
Popular podcasters who once supported Trump, like Joe Rogan and Theo Von, have criticized his handling of the Iran war.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event on June 14 is being held on the White House lawn, aiming to reconnect Trump with young men.
Joe Rogan, a UFC commentator and expected attendee, expressed concern about holding a fight during the ongoing war.
Rising costs due to the conflict are affecting ordinary Americans, making a UFC event unlikely to fully restore support.
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Candace Tucker, a 41-year-old woman from Texas, was diagnosed with Stage II rectal cancer after noticing mild bowel symptoms and blood in her stool. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy and surgery, while doctors emphasize the importance of early checks for persistent bowel changes.
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Candace Tucker has a family history of cancer, including prostate, breast, and pancreatic cancers.
She first noticed mild bowel changes and small amounts of blood in her stool in September 2025.
After a colonoscopy, doctors diagnosed Tucker with Stage II rectal cancer.
Her treatment plan includes chemotherapy every two weeks, surgery, and possibly radiation.
Tucker’s doctors are monitoring her closely and aim to be aggressive in treatment.
Her doctors advise that persistent bowel changes, especially blood in stool, should be checked by a specialist quickly.
Not all rectal bleeding means cancer but it is not normal and should be investigated.
Symptoms like abdominal pain, weight loss, and changes in stool may also signal colorectal cancer or other health issues.
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The article highlights the stories of Lynde and Harry Bradley and Bill Daniels, who rose from difficult beginnings to achieve business success through hard work and persistence. It emphasizes the importance of American principles and institutions, like the rule of law and civil society, in supporting opportunities and entrepreneurship in the U.S.
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Lynde and Harry Bradley started with little, worked hard, and built The Allen-Bradley Company, which influenced modern manufacturing.
Bill Daniels grew up during the Great Depression and later helped develop the cable TV industry.
Both the Bradleys and Daniels valued the freedom in America to try, fail, and succeed based on effort.
They gave back significantly to their communities through philanthropy, especially in education and local support.
The U.S. is a leading country for startups, accounting for nearly half of global startup activity.
America’s success depends on principles like equal treatment under the law and the freedom to pursue happiness.
These principles face new challenges such as declining trust in institutions and weakening civic bonds.
The article stresses protecting these institutions as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary.
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President Donald Trump defended the renovations made to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. He criticized news coverage that he said was unfair and said the work was done well and at low cost.
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President Trump spoke about the updates to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
He said the pool was previously dirty and full of garbage.
Trump claimed the renovation was done by skilled workers.
He mentioned the project cost was much lower than usual.
Trump criticized media reports, especially from the New York Times, for negative coverage.
The renovation took place during President Trump’s administration.
The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a well-known landmark in Washington, D.C.
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Jess Phillips, a former UK safeguarding minister, said victims of sexual crimes by children are being overlooked to protect the young offenders’ chance of rehabilitation. She called for a review of sentencing rules and more prevention efforts, citing recent cases where teenage boys convicted of rape received lenient youth sentences.
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Teenage boys convicted of rape in England recently received youth rehabilitation orders instead of jail time.
Judges expressed a desire to avoid harshly punishing children unnecessarily.
Victims and public groups have criticized these sentences as too soft.
Jess Phillips argues current sentencing focuses too much on the offenders and not enough on victims.
She called for updating sentencing guidelines to reflect more sexual offences committed by children.
Phillips suggested more early help through schools and the youth justice system to prevent such crimes.
She noted that easy access to harmful online pornography may contribute to rising offences.
The attorney general has asked the court of appeal to review some sentences as too lenient.
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Large groups of teenagers have been gathering in public places across the United States, often organized through social media, leading to violent behavior and arrests. Police departments and officials are preparing for more incidents as schools end for summer, while investigating and trying to prevent these "teen takeovers."
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"Teen takeovers" are large gatherings of teenagers organized online to meet in public places.
One incident in Washington, D.C., involved teens throwing chairs inside a restaurant, causing customers and staff to flee.
Rhode Island beaches saw fights involving hundreds of teens that resulted in three people being stabbed.
Chicago police and officials have warned about these gatherings; five officers were injured in a recent event.
Tampa police arrested 22 teens and young adults for various charges after a takeover in May.
An unsanctioned gathering in Edmond, Oklahoma, led to one death and 22 injuries.
Orlando saw over a thousand teens gather in a park, resulting in arrests and injured deputies.
Police nationwide are increasing patrols and community efforts to prevent violence as summer approaches.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is considering removing customs officers from some U.S. airports in cities that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, known as sanctuary cities. Newark Liberty International Airport is the first to face this change, causing concerns that it could disrupt national and international air travel and trade.
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DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin supports withdrawing Customs and Border Protection (CBP) staff from airports in sanctuary jurisdictions.
Newark Liberty International Airport is the first airport targeted due to nearby immigration protests.
Reducing customs staff could cause delays, cancellations, and wider disruptions in U.S. and global flights.
Major airports like New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago may experience similar staffing cuts and effects.
Airline and travel groups warn the change could damage the economy and disrupt passenger and cargo transport.
The proposal is part of a conflict between the federal government and cities that limit immigration enforcement cooperation.
The White House has not yet approved the policy; any final decision will come from President Donald Trump.
Seventeen industry groups have urged DHS to avoid actions that could harm airport operations and the broader travel network.
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