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Two police officers who were at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6, 2021 riots are suing to stop a Justice Department fund. This fund was created after a legal agreement with President Trump and is meant to prevent misuse of government funds.
Key Facts
The officers were present during the January 6 Capitol riots.
They are suing to block the Justice Department’s "anti-weaponization" fund.
The fund was set up after a settlement involving President Donald Trump.
The purpose of the fund is to prevent government resources from being misused.
The lawsuit challenges the legality or fairness of this fund.
The Justice Department manages the fund.
The case relates directly to events following the Capitol attack.
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Millions of Americans are traveling for the Memorial Day weekend this year. Many travelers are dealing with higher gas prices and other challenges during their trips.
Key Facts
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for travel in the United States.
Many people are planning trips to visit family or go on vacation.
Gas prices are higher than usual, making travel more expensive.
Some travelers are experiencing delays and other issues on the road.
The news report was covered by CBS News correspondent Kris Van Cleave.
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NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya will speak to the Senate Appropriations Committee about President Trump’s proposed budget for 2027. The administration wants to reduce NIH funding by $5 billion, including cuts to grants and research programs.
Key Facts
NIH stands for National Institutes of Health, a government agency that supports medical research.
Jay Bhattacharya is the current director of the NIH.
He will testify before the Senate Appropriations Committee on a Thursday morning.
The topic is President Trump’s budget request for the fiscal year 2027.
The White House proposes cutting $5 billion from the NIH budget.
These cuts would affect grants and research programs funded by the NIH.
The administration says some programs previously funded lost public trust.
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A passenger from the Democratic Republic of the Congo was mistakenly allowed to board an Air France flight to Detroit but was stopped by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The flight was redirected to Montreal, Canada, due to new U.S. travel restrictions aimed at preventing the spread of Ebola.
Key Facts
A passenger from the Congo boarded an Air France flight to Detroit “in error” amid Ebola travel restrictions.
U.S. officials stopped the flight from landing in Detroit and diverted it to Montreal, Canada.
The U.S. introduced temporary rules to stop Ebola entering the country, including screening and restricting travelers from Uganda, Congo, and South Sudan.
Travelers who have been in these countries in the last 21 days must arrive at Washington-Dulles airport, where health checks are focused.
These measures are part of efforts by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
The World Health Organization reports nearly 600 suspected Ebola cases and 139 suspected deaths, mostly in the Congo.
Uganda has confirmed two Ebola cases, and an American working in Congo has tested positive and was moved to Germany for treatment.
The new U.S. restrictions are temporary and expected to last about 30 days.
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Millions of Americans are starting to travel for Memorial Day weekend, which many see as the start of summer travel. About 45 million people are expected to drive or fly between Thursday and Monday, a new record according to AAA.
Key Facts
Memorial Day weekend signals the unofficial start of summer travel in the U.S.
Approximately 45 million Americans are expected to travel during this period.
Travelers will be using cars and airplanes.
This number of travelers is a record high.
The travel period covers five days: Thursday through Monday.
The information comes from the travel group AAA.
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for family trips and vacations.
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The U.S. government now requires travelers who have recently been in African countries with Ebola outbreaks to undergo extra health checks at Washington Dulles International Airport. This rule applies to American citizens and legal permanent residents arriving in the United States.
Key Facts
Travelers from countries with recent Ebola outbreaks must be screened at Dulles Airport.
The requirement covers anyone who was in these countries within the last three weeks.
The U.S. State Department issued an official travel advisory about the new screening.
Both American citizens and lawful permanent residents are subject to this rule.
The enhanced screening aims to prevent Ebola from spreading into the U.S.
Washington Dulles International Airport is the designated point for this health process.
Ebola outbreaks are happening in certain African countries, prompting the screening.
The screening includes health checks to identify potential Ebola symptoms.
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About 1,600 people involved in the January 6 insurrection are expected to receive payments. These individuals had tried to overturn the U.S. government.
Key Facts
Around 1,600 individuals took part in the January 6 insurrection.
These people attempted to disrupt the lawful process of government.
They are now set to receive some form of payment.
The article highlights the contrast between those punished and those being paid.
The event involves United States domestic issues related to government security and law enforcement.
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Governor Kathy Hochul focused on making education more affordable for families instead of engaging in political disagreements. She recognized that many families worry more about the cost of education than political issues.
Key Facts
Kathy Hochul is the Governor of New York.
She prioritized affordable education during her time in office.
Families face pressure due to high education costs.
Hochul avoided political or ideological fights related to education.
Her actions aimed to help families manage education expenses more easily.
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The Justice Department created an "anti-weaponization fund" as part of a settlement with President Donald Trump involving an IRS investigation. Lawmakers from both the Republican and Democratic parties have responded to this new fund.
Key Facts
The Justice Department set up a fund called the "anti-weaponization fund."
This fund is connected to an agreement with President Donald Trump.
The settlement is related to a probe by the IRS (Internal Revenue Service).
Lawmakers from both major U.S. political parties have expressed their views.
The fund aims to prevent the misuse of government agencies for political purposes.
CBS News reported on the reactions and details of the fund.
The announcement followed ongoing discussions about government investigations and political influence.
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The U.S. Department of Justice created an “anti-weaponisation fund” to pay people who say the federal government unfairly targeted them. The fund is part of a settlement from a lawsuit President Donald Trump filed against the IRS after a leak of his tax information.
Key Facts
The fund was announced following a settlement from Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury.
Trump’s tax returns were leaked between 2018 and 2020 and published by The New York Times.
A former IRS contractor, Charles Edward Littlejohn, pleaded guilty to leaking the returns and was sentenced to five years in prison.
The "anti-weaponisation fund" will have nearly $1.8 billion from a government account used for legal settlements.
People who believe they were unfairly targeted by the government can file claims to receive money or other compensation.
A five-person panel appointed by the attorney general will manage the fund, with one member chosen with congressional input.
The fund will operate until December 1, 2028, when it will stop accepting new claims.
Some Democrats and legal experts oppose the fund, worried it might be used to pay supporters involved in the January 6 Capitol riot.
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The Trump administration has completed a review of the herbicide atrazine and decided it does not pose a major risk to endangered plants and animals. This decision conflicts with earlier findings by the EPA and an international cancer agency, causing concern among environmental groups and health advocates.
Key Facts
Atrazine is a herbicide used mainly on crops like corn, sugarcane, and pineapples.
It is banned in over 60 countries due to links with birth defects, cancers, and fertility issues.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) reviewed atrazine and found it is unlikely to threaten endangered species or destroy critical habitats.
Previous reports by the EPA and the International Agency for Research on Cancer said atrazine posed significant environmental and health risks.
The herbicide is also involved in a conspiracy theory claiming it changes frog genders, though scientific proof of this is limited.
Environmental groups, including the Center for Biological Diversity, disagree with the FWS findings and want atrazine banned in the U.S.
The debate has caused frustration among supporters of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement and figures like Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who want the chemical banned.
The review by the Trump administration came after a court ordered the agency to revisit atrazine’s safety.
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Over 39 million Americans are expected to drive during the Memorial Day weekend. ABC News reporter Stephanie Ramos shared information about the best and worst times to travel by car during this holiday period.
Key Facts
Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for travel in the U.S.
More than 39 million people plan to drive during this weekend.
ABC News provided a report on traffic forecasts for Memorial Day travel.
The report aims to help people choose better times to drive.
Traffic can vary significantly during the holiday weekend.
Choosing the right time to travel can help avoid heavy traffic delays.
Memorial Day marks the start of the summer travel season in the U.S.
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Harry Dunn, a former U.S. Capitol Police officer, said President Donald Trump is using a large compensation fund to support people involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. Dunn believes this fund will act like a retainer, keeping the rioters ready for the next presidential election.
Key Facts
Harry Dunn is a former officer with the U.S. Capitol Police.
President Donald Trump set up a $1.77 billion compensation fund.
Dunn says this fund supports people involved in the January 6 riot.
He compares the fund to a retainer, which is an advance payment to keep a lawyer available.
The fund is seen as preparing rioters for future political events.
The comments were made on Wednesday.
The topic relates to the events surrounding the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
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The US government is placing strict travel rules on Americans exposed to Ebola and hantavirus, sending some to hospitals in Germany and the Czech Republic instead of bringing them home. Experts warn these rules might violate legal rights and discourage volunteers from helping in future health emergencies.
Key Facts
The US is not bringing home an American doctor sick with Ebola and six others exposed to the virus; they are being treated in Germany and the Czech Republic.
These locations were chosen quickly due to the urgent need to move patients, despite Czechia having limited experience with treating such viruses.
The White House reportedly opposed allowing at-risk Americans to return home during this outbreak.
US law guarantees citizens and green card holders the right to return to the country, and travel restrictions formally don’t apply to US citizens.
Quarantine rules were also applied to passengers exposed to Andes virus (a hantavirus) from the ship MV Hondius, with some forced to stay in Nebraska facilities rather than at home.
Experts warn that discouraging Americans from returning or volunteering to help may reduce vital support for fighting outbreaks internationally.
The Ebola patient sent to Germany is in stable condition and others are asymptomatic but moved to ensure proper care if needed.
The US has advanced biocontainment and medical facilities that are well-funded for treating infectious diseases.
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Stephen Colbert will host his final episode of "The Late Show" on CBS after 11 seasons. CBS ended the show last year, saying money problems were the reason, but some, including Colbert, think President Donald Trump's criticism may have played a role.
Key Facts
Stephen Colbert is leaving "The Late Show" after 11 seasons.
His final episode will air on Thursday night.
CBS announced the show's end in the previous summer.
The official reason given was economic (money) issues.
Colbert and others suspect that repeated criticism by President Donald Trump influenced the decision.
The show was broadcast on CBS.
Colbert’s departure marks the end of his long career in late-night TV.
The cancellation was publicly announced several months before the final episode.
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A plane flying to Detroit, Michigan, was redirected to Canada because officials were worried about Ebola. This happened after they found out a passenger came from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where Ebola is a concern.
Key Facts
The flight was operated by Air France.
The plane was originally going to Detroit, Michigan.
Officials stopped the plane and diverted it to Canada.
The reason was concern about Ebola, a serious virus.
A passenger on the plane had recently been in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Canadian and U.S. federal officials were involved in the decision.
Ebola is a contagious virus that can cause outbreaks in certain regions.
This action was taken as a precaution to protect public health.
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Over 100 young people in England who recently left social care died in the past year, with many deaths involving violence or suicide. New government rules require these deaths to be reported, but experts say more needs to be done to learn from each case and provide better support.
Key Facts
In the year ending April 2026, 106 deaths of care leavers were reported in England; 91 deaths were reported the year before.
Most of the young people who died were aged 16 to 21.
Some deaths involved violence, including stabbings and murders of young asylum seekers.
Before 2023, local authorities were not required to report deaths of care leavers.
An urgent government review has started to examine where support for care leavers may be failing.
Many care leavers have experienced abuse or neglect before entering social care.
A case study described a 19-year-old care leaver named Evie who died by overdose, highlighting gaps in support after turning 18.
Experts call for mandatory reviews after every care leaver’s death to help prevent future deaths.
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Jeff Bezos supports New York City’s plan to tax second homes worth over $5 million, called the pied-à-terre tax. The tax aims to raise money from wealthy property owners to help the city’s budget, while Bezos also favors lowering taxes for working-class people.
Key Facts
The pied-à-terre tax targets second homes in New York City valued above $5 million.
The tax is expected to raise about $340 to $500 million per year.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul agreed to include this tax in the state budget as a compromise.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani strongly supports taxing wealthy property owners in the city.
Hedge fund founder Ken Griffin opposes the tax and objected to being publicly targeted in a video.
Jeff Bezos defended Griffin but still said the pied-à-terre tax “makes sense.”
Bezos compares the tax to hotel taxes, which are higher because tourists are charged more.
Bezos also supports lowering taxes for working-class people and said he might discuss it with President Donald Trump.
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Vanessa Trump, the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., announced that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She shared this health update on Instagram and said she is working closely with her doctors.
Key Facts
Vanessa Trump is the ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of President Donald Trump.
She revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in a social media post on Instagram.
Vanessa described the diagnosis as unexpected news.
She stated she is currently working closely with medical professionals.
The announcement was made public on a Wednesday, according to the article.
This is a personal health update shared directly by Vanessa Trump.
No further details about the stage or treatment plan were provided in the article.
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Los Angeles faced problems when the new Baywatch TV show returned to Venice Beach but could not film as planned due to unexpected rules from local agencies. This situation highlighted challenges for the city’s film industry and became a key issue in the Los Angeles mayoral race.
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Baywatch returned to southern California in February after filming in other states.
The show's producers planned a multi-season shoot with a $21 million state tax credit.
Local agencies restricted filming, banning drone use and night shoots, stopping production after four days.
The filming issues raised concerns about Los Angeles being "not film friendly."
The city has lost film business to cheaper locations like Atlanta, Toronto, and London.
Mayor Karen Bass faced criticism but worked to resolve the problems with the city council and other groups.
By mid-April, it was announced Baywatch would remain filming in Venice Beach.
The issue became a major topic in the 2026 Los Angeles mayoral election, with candidates blaming each other for the film industry's troubles.
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