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Many Americans plan to travel during the Memorial Day weekend, even though the cost of gas is rising. Travel is expected to reach record levels despite higher prices.
Key Facts
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for travel in the U.S.
More people are expected to travel this year than in past years.
Gas prices have gone up recently.
Higher gas prices usually make travel more expensive.
Despite these costs, many Americans are still choosing to travel.
CBS News reporter Kris Van Cleave covered this story.
The information was shared through CBS News platforms.
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The article discusses problems caused by redrawing voting districts and a recent Supreme Court decision that weakens the Voting Rights Act. It suggests that America needs to talk openly about changing the election system instead of just accepting these changes.
Key Facts
Redistricting after the midterm elections has caused confusion and problems.
The Supreme Court made a decision that reduces the power of the Voting Rights Act.
The Voting Rights Act is a law designed to protect fair voting for all citizens.
These events will lead to changes in how elections work in the U.S.
The article calls for a national conversation about improving the voting system.
Gerrymandering refers to drawing voting districts to favor one political party.
Changing the voting system could help make elections fairer for everyone.
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to officially appoint Kevin Warsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve board. After that, he will campaign in New York with Congressman Mike Lawler before spending the weekend at his golf club in New Jersey.
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President Trump will swear in Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve board chair.
He will travel to New York to campaign with GOP Representative Mike Lawler.
The campaign event is in New York’s 17th Congressional District.
After campaigning, President Trump will go to his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey.
Congress members have left Washington for Memorial Day recess.
The article provides updates on President Trump’s activities during this break.
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The Justice Department has a fund called the "anti-weaponization" fund, which is connected to a settlement involving President Donald Trump and an IRS investigation. There are growing questions about whether this fund is legal.
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The fund is called the "anti-weaponization" fund.
It is linked to a settlement related to an IRS probe involving President Donald Trump.
The fund is managed by the Justice Department.
Experts are raising legal concerns about how this fund operates.
Peter Shane, a law professor at NYU, discussed these issues on CBS News.
The discussion aims to clarify the legality of the fund’s use.
The underlying IRS probe concerned President Trump.
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A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on May 18, 2026, killed three people before the two teenage suspects died by suicide. The family of one suspect expressed deep sorrow and condemned the attack, while police investigate the incident as a possible hate crime.
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The shooting occurred at a mosque complex in San Diego, California, on May 18, 2026.
Three people were killed: Amin Abdullah (a security guard), Mansour Kaziha (a community elder), and Nadir Awad (a nearby resident who came to help).
Two suspects, aged 17 and 18 (Cain Clark and Caleb Vazquez), died by self-inflicted gunshot wounds in a vehicle nearby.
The suspects reportedly wrote hateful essays promoting white nationalism and expressing hatred toward immigrants, minorities, and women.
Police are investigating how the suspects obtained firearms, which belonged to one suspect’s parents.
The suspect’s family released a statement condemning their son’s actions and expressed sorrow for the victims and community.
Authorities are considering the shooting a hate crime.
Searches of the suspects’ homes uncovered multiple firearms, ammunition, tactical gear, and electronics.
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The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) warns that new Medicaid work requirements starting in January 2027 could lead to many rare disease patients losing coverage, even if they remain eligible. NORD advises states to carefully design the rules to avoid unnecessary paperwork and protect vulnerable patients who depend on Medicaid for expensive, specialized medical care.
Key Facts
Medicaid enrollees aged 19-65 will need to complete 80 hours of community engagement per month to keep coverage starting January 2027.
About 92% of Medicaid recipients already work or qualify for exemptions, but millions may still lose coverage due to administrative challenges.
Rare diseases affect nearly 1 in 10 Americans, and Medicaid covers over 70% of hospital stays for adults with these conditions.
Patients with rare diseases often travel long distances and face high costs to see specialists.
NORD expects many state rules and regulations to change after federal guidance is issued by June 1.
States must create clear exemption criteria and keep documentation and compliance checks simple and reasonable.
NORD recommends states fully use the implementation timeline to prepare systems instead of rushing to start early.
The goal is to prevent "avoidable coverage loss" and harm to patients who rely heavily on Medicaid.
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The Pentagon has released over 50 new videos and documents about unidentified flying objects, also called unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs). These files include a military officer's report of seeing glowing orbs and videos showing strange objects near planes or over populated areas, but no proof of alien life has been found.
Key Facts
President Donald Trump ordered the release of these once-secret UFO files.
The new release has more than 50 videos and documents related to UAPs.
One video shows an object near a plane over the Southeastern U.S. recorded by the Coast Guard in 2024.
Another video from 2020 shows a glowing sphere flying above a populated area under U.S. Central Command.
A U.S. intelligence officer reported seeing two large glowing orbs while on a mission; fighter jets could not identify them.
The Pentagon’s All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office found no evidence these objects are alien but many incidents remain unexplained.
So far, the Pentagon has released over 200 UAP files from various agencies dating back decades.
Pentagon officials say this is part of a transparency effort to let the public review government information on UAPs.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, was issued a court judgment in June 2024 for an unpaid debt of £9,400. His party says Farage was not aware of the claim due to an address error and plans to appeal the judgment.
Key Facts
Nigel Farage has a County Court judgment against him for £9,400.
The judgment was made on June 13, 2024, almost two years after the claim was filed online.
The debt claim was submitted to the registered address of Farage Media in Essex.
Farage reportedly did not know about the claim because the court documents were sent to the wrong address.
Reform UK says Farage’s lawyers are trying to have the judgment removed through an appeal.
The court record shows the debt is "unsatisfied," meaning it has not been fully paid.
Small claims courts handle debts under £10,000 in England and Wales.
Public records of such judgments stay available for six years and can affect someone's ability to borrow money.
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Two federal judges dismissed lawsuits filed by President Donald Trump’s Department of Justice that sought detailed voter registration data from Maine and Wisconsin. The courts ruled that the requested voter roll information is not subject to federal demands under the laws cited by the DOJ.
Key Facts
The DOJ filed lawsuits against over 30 states and Washington D.C. to obtain detailed voter registration data.
The DOJ claims it needs this data to ensure states follow federal election laws about accurate voter rolls.
Judges ruled that voter registration lists are not documents the federal government can demand under the cited laws.
Maine officials refused to provide the voter data, leading to the lawsuit and its dismissal by Judge Lance Walker.
Judge Walker emphasized that states mainly control election administration unless Congress creates overriding laws.
Wisconsin’s voter data request was denied by Judge James D. Peterson because the law cited does not apply to voter lists.
Similar lawsuits have been dismissed or limited in other states like Arizona, Rhode Island, California, Massachusetts, Michigan, Oregon, and Georgia.
Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said the DOJ will not be allowed to interfere with state-run elections.
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President Donald Trump praised the end of Stephen Colbert's time as host of "The Late Show," which lasted about ten years. Trump previously supported the decision by CBS's parent company Paramount to end Colbert's role on the show.
Key Facts
Stephen Colbert hosted "The Late Show" for about ten years.
President Trump called Colbert’s departure from CBS a positive development.
Trump said Colbert had no talent, no ratings, and no life in a post on Truth Social.
The decision to end Colbert’s run was made by Paramount, CBS's parent company.
Trump expressed surprise that Colbert lasted as long as he did on the show.
The announcement came shortly after Colbert’s final episode aired.
Truth Social is the platform where President Trump shared his comments.
This marks a notable moment in late-night television, a genre Colbert has influenced for a decade.
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The NAACP has called for Black athletes to boycott public universities in the Southeastern Conference to protest recent political actions seen as harmful to Black Americans. This call comes amid concerns about government policies and court decisions that affect voting rights, political representation, and economic opportunities for Black people.
Key Facts
President Donald Trump has expressed views that suggest white people are the real victims of racial discrimination.
The administration plans to allow 10,000 white South Africans to enter the U.S. as an "emergency response" to alleged anti-white discrimination.
The Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which was designed to protect Black voters.
Southern states are redrawing political boundaries in ways that could reduce Black political representation.
Many corporations have cut back on efforts to hire more Black professionals.
The NAACP is organizing a boycott of SEC universities by Black athletes to protest these political and social issues.
College football and basketball, especially in the Southeast, are significant cultural and economic platforms where Black athletes have major influence.
The NAACP hopes this boycott will bring attention to racial injustice and inspire political and social change.
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Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester and candidate for a UK parliamentary seat, has been active on social media, replying to posts with humor and directness. Supporters praise his communication style as natural and effective compared to other politicians, helping to energize his party during a challenging time.
Key Facts
Andy Burnham is running for the Makerfield parliamentary seat in a by-election.
He maintains his job as mayor of Greater Manchester while campaigning.
Burnham actively responds to social media posts using humor and straightforward language.
Allies say his style is authentic and connects well with everyday people.
A campaign video features music from Manchester bands and highlights local pride.
PR experts say Burnham appears confident and natural in communication.
This contrasts with criticism of Keir Starmer’s communication style, who Burnham may challenge.
Burnham’s social media presence is strongest on X (formerly Twitter) but less so on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube.
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In 2024, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union surveyed its members and found about 60% supported President Donald Trump over Kamala Harris. Despite this, the union’s leader, Sean O’Brien, and other top officials chose not to endorse President Trump.
Key Facts
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters is a large workers’ union in the United States.
In 2024, they conducted a poll among their members about presidential preferences.
About 60% of the union members who responded supported President Donald Trump.
Kamala Harris was the Democratic nominee in the 2024 presidential race.
Sean O’Brien is the president of the Teamsters union.
Despite member support, O’Brien and other union leaders did not endorse President Trump.
The internal disagreement shows a split between union leadership and rank-and-file members.
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The article discusses ongoing controversies within the Democratic National Committee (DNC) leadership and the effects of President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton for Senate. It also mentions challenges faced by other candidates, including Democrat James Talarico and Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner.
Key Facts
The DNC Chair Ken Martin faces criticism related to an internal review called "autopsy-gate."
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has received President Donald Trump’s endorsement for the U.S. Senate race.
President Trump’s support may improve Paxton’s chances and impact Democratic candidate James Talarico.
Graham Platner is running for Senate in Maine but is dealing with issues from his past.
The political developments are part of the lead-up to the 2024 elections.
The article references ongoing campaign dynamics within both the Democratic and Republican parties.
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Matthew Perry’s personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, who was hired to support Perry in his fight against addiction, pleaded guilty to helping supply the ketamine that caused Perry’s fatal overdose in 2023. Iwamasa admitted to giving Perry the drug and now faces a prison sentence, while family members blame him for abandoning Perry in a dangerous situation.
Key Facts
Matthew Perry hired Kenneth Iwamasa in 2022 to be his live-in personal assistant and help him stay sober.
Iwamasa injected Perry with ketamine, a powerful drug, on October 28, 2023, which led to Perry’s death.
After giving Perry the drug, Iwamasa left to run errands and found Perry dead when he returned.
Iwamasa pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine resulting in death and is expected to receive a lighter prison sentence.
Prosecutors recommend a prison term of three years and five months for Iwamasa.
Three other people connected to the case received varied sentences, including a drug dealer who got 15 years.
Perry’s family trusted Iwamasa to protect the actor during his addiction struggles but now blame him for failing in that role.
Iwamasa’s lawyers argued he was an employee following orders and had difficulty refusing Perry’s drug demands.
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is competing against Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff for the U.S. Senate seat. Paxton recently received an endorsement from President Donald Trump, which has boosted his campaign ahead of the election.
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Ken Paxton is running against Senator John Cornyn in the Texas Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate.
President Donald Trump officially endorsed Ken Paxton.
The election is scheduled for Tuesday and has gained national attention and significant funding.
Trump has been supporting challengers against Republican incumbents he disagrees with, including Paxton against Cornyn.
Paxton emphasized his record of filing lawsuits to defend conservative policies during his campaign events.
Cornyn's campaign is outspending Paxton’s supporters by about three to one.
Cornyn highlights his past support for Trump's policies and has released ads featuring Trump praising him.
Paxton’s campaign stopped running negative ads against Cornyn after receiving Trump’s endorsement and focused on promoting Trump’s support instead.
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Republican senators pushed back against President Donald Trump’s demand for $1.776 billion to support people involved in the January 6 events. This refusal delayed a $70 billion budget plan, which includes funding for Trump’s immigration policies, until Congress returns next month.
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Republican senators rejected a $1.776 billion fund aimed to support January 6 rioters and others whom President Trump believes were unfairly prosecuted.
This refusal caused a delay in passing a $70 billion budget package for immigration and deportation operations through 2029.
The Senate postponed voting on the budget, missing President Trump’s June 1 deadline.
President Trump won several Republican primary races recently by backing candidates loyal to him.
Some GOP House members showed signs of breaking with Trump by supporting a resolution to limit his military actions in Iran.
House Speaker Mike Johnson delayed a vote on the Iran war powers resolution to avoid a direct conflict with the president.
President Trump’s approval rating is currently low as he faces challenges in uniting his party.
Many Trump-backed candidates who won primaries are inexperienced and will soon face general elections.
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has fired two vice chairs of the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), a panel that advises on health screenings and preventive care. This has raised concerns among medical groups about the impact on expert guidance and insurance coverage for important health services.
Key Facts
The USPSTF is a group of 16 volunteer experts who advise on preventive health services like mammograms and cancer screenings.
Kennedy recently fired two vice chairs, John Wong and Esa Davis, leaving many vacancies on the task force.
The firings followed a period where new members were not appointed, stopping the task force from meeting or finalizing recommendations.
The American Medical Association and American College of Physicians expressed strong concern about these actions.
The USPSTF’s work influences which preventive services insurance must cover under the Affordable Care Act.
Medical leaders fear the task force may lose its independent, evidence-based approach and become politicized.
Kennedy’s letter said the firings were “administrative” and not related to the members' performance.
Similar concerns arose earlier when Kennedy changed the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, which advises on vaccines.
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Congress is being asked to cancel President Donald Trump's executive order that limits mail-in voting. Critics say the order breaks the law, is driven by politics, and will unfairly affect some voter groups.
Key Facts
President Donald Trump issued an executive order that restricts mail-in voting.
Some believe this order is unconstitutional, meaning it goes against the U.S. Constitution.
The order is seen as politically motivated, suggesting it is meant to benefit one political side.
It is argued that the restrictions will make it harder for certain groups of people to vote.
Congress has the power to overturn or invalidate executive orders.
Mail-in voting allows voters to send their ballots by mail instead of voting in person.
Protecting mail-in voting is viewed as important for fair and accessible elections.
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President Donald Trump delayed signing an executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) because he was worried it might weaken the U.S. lead over China in AI technology. The order would have set up a voluntary system for AI developers to talk with the government before releasing advanced AI models to the public.
Key Facts
President Trump postponed an executive order on AI regulation.
He did not agree with certain parts of the order but did not specify which ones.
The executive order aimed to create a voluntary framework for AI developers to consult the U.S. government before releasing advanced AI models.
Trump said he did not want to do anything that would damage the U.S. lead over China in AI.
This decision came shortly after Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, which he called successful.
The delay reportedly followed advice from Elon Musk and other tech leaders.
Elon Musk denied influence on the decision and said he did not know the order's contents before Trump declined to sign it.
Trump is currently the U.S. President and visited China for the first time in nearly ten years by a U.S. leader.
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