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Four Republican Senators voted to start a debate in the Senate about President Donald Trump’s military action in Iran. This vote means the Senate will consider whether to force the president to withdraw U.S. troops from Iran.
Key Facts
The vote took place on a resolution under the War Powers Act.
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, who recently lost his primary, voted yes.
Cassidy’s vote helped the measure reach a majority with a 50-47 count.
The debate will focus on how much power the president has to use the military without Congress’s approval.
This is nearly three months into the U.S. conflict in Iran.
The debate may require the administration to explain its strategy and legal reasons for the military action.
Public support for the war is currently low.
Lawmakers may want to reassert Congress’s role in decisions about war.
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Tommy Tuberville, a former college football coach and current U.S. Senator, won the Republican nomination to be Alabama’s next governor. He will compete in the upcoming governor’s election in Alabama.
Key Facts
Tommy Tuberville is currently a U.S. Senator.
Before politics, he was a college football coach.
He won the Republican primary for Alabama governor.
Winning the Republican nomination means he will be the party’s candidate in the general election.
The governor election in Alabama is coming up soon.
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President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at the annual congressional picnic on Tuesday evening. Earlier that day, he spoke briefly at the construction site of his $400 million ballroom project, stating that he paid for it himself.
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President Trump will give remarks at the yearly congressional picnic.
The picnic is an event where members of Congress and others gather socially.
Trump spoke earlier from a construction site on Tuesday.
The site is near the area called the East Wing, which has been demolished.
The ballroom project is estimated to cost $400 million.
President Trump said he funded the ballroom project on his own.
The ballroom project has caused disagreement among some groups.
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The Trump administration temporarily cut some funding and programs related to Ebola prevention, including actions involving USAID and other health agencies. After a brief pause, these Ebola-related efforts were restored, but the overall cuts affected global health programs and staff in U.S. health organizations.
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Early in President Trump's second term, funding for many U.S. foreign aid programs, including USAID, was frozen.
USAID was dissolved with many of its programs canceled.
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk in 2025, briefly stopped some Ebola prevention efforts before quickly restoring them.
There was no clear explanation on which specific Ebola programs were affected or for how long.
Cuts also affected the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other health agencies.
The U.S. withdrew from the World Health Organization (WHO) during this period, impacting global health coordination.
Some partner organizations responsible for Ebola surveillance experienced funding freezes and staffing cuts.
The State Department said moving USAID global health functions into a new bureau improved coordination and maintained Ebola funding.
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The United States will allow the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) football team to enter the country for the World Cup despite a current ban on travelers from Ebola-affected countries. The team may undergo strict health checks similar to those for returning U.S. citizens but will be exempt from the general entry restrictions.
Key Facts
The U.S. has a 21-day entry ban on travelers from the DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan due to an Ebola outbreak.
The DRC football team qualified for the World Cup and is allowed to enter the U.S. despite this ban.
The team has been training in Europe and might not have been affected by the ban anyway.
If players have been in the DRC recently, they will follow strict health testing and isolation like Americans returning from Ebola areas.
This special allowance applies only to the team, not to fans or other visitors from the DRC.
The DRC will start their World Cup matches in Texas on June 17 against Portugal.
U.S. officials emphasized health safety by applying similar protocols used for U.S. citizens returning from Ebola regions.
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The US Senate voted 50-47 to advance a resolution that would restrict President Donald Trump’s ability to continue military actions in Iran without Congress’s permission. This is the eighth attempt since February to pass such a bill, and it needs further approval before it can become law, but President Trump is expected to veto it.
Key Facts
The Senate vote took place on Tuesday and passed 50-47.
The resolution aims to force President Trump to get Congress’s approval for ongoing war actions in Iran.
This is the eighth attempt by the Senate to advance this resolution since the conflict began in February.
Four Republicans joined most Democrats in voting to advance the bill.
Senator Bill Cassidy, who lost a primary where Trump supported his opponent, voted to advance the measure.
Senators Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Susan Collins also voted to advance it, consistent with their earlier votes.
Senator John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote against the resolution.
The resolution is expected to be vetoed by President Trump if it passes both the Senate and the House.
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The U.S. Senate moved forward with a bill to require President Trump to end the war with Iran or get approval from Congress to continue it. Senator Bill Cassidy, who recently lost a primary election and was opposed by President Trump, changed his vote to help pass the bill.
Key Facts
The Senate advanced a bill aimed at forcing President Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from the Iran war.
The bill would require the president to seek approval from Congress before continuing the war.
Democrats have repeatedly pushed for votes on war powers to limit the president's actions without congressional consent.
Republicans had mostly opposed the measures until Senator Bill Cassidy switched his vote.
Cassidy lost a recent primary election in which President Trump backed his opponent.
This change helped the legislation gain enough support to pass in the Senate.
The move reflects a split among lawmakers about U.S. military involvement in Iran.
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Experts say this year will see many more tick bites than usual, causing a rise in people visiting emergency rooms. They advise knowing when to get medical help if bitten by a tick.
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This year is expected to have a high number of tick bites in the U.S.
Tick bites can cause serious health problems like Lyme disease.
Many Americans are going to emergency departments because of tick bites.
Experts recommend seeking medical care if you notice certain symptoms after a tick bite.
Symptoms to watch for include fever, rash, or feeling very tired.
Removing ticks carefully and quickly can reduce illness risks.
Preventive measures like using insect repellent and wearing long clothing help avoid bites.
Early treatment is important to stop tick-related infections from getting worse.
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A new report from KFF shows that changes in health insurance subsidies after President Trump’s administration led to higher costs and fewer people covered under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). When enhanced tax credits ended in 2025, many Americans saw their monthly payments and deductibles rise, and millions dropped their health insurance.
Key Facts
Enhanced premium tax credits introduced during President Biden’s term made ACA coverage cheaper and increased enrollment to record highs.
These enhanced subsidies expired at the end of 2025, causing insurance costs to rise sharply.
Enrollment in ACA plans is expected to fall from 22.3 million in 2025 to 17.5 million in 2026, losing nearly 5 million people.
Average monthly premiums increased by 58%, rising from $113 to $178.
Average deductibles rose by 37%, or about $1,027 more, reaching a record high of $3,786.
More consumers are choosing cheaper plans with higher deductibles, known as bronze plans, which may reduce access to affordable care.
Middle-income Americans, self-employed, gig workers, and those without employer insurance were most affected by subsidy losses.
A small group just above the subsidy cutoff caused 27% of enrollment losses despite being a small part of total enrollees.
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Republican Representative Thomas Massie from Kentucky is running in a primary election against Ed Gallrein, who has the support of President Donald Trump. Massie said he has never spoken badly about President Trump during the campaign.
Key Facts
Thomas Massie is a Republican Congressman from Kentucky.
Massie is competing in a GOP primary election against Ed Gallrein.
Ed Gallrein is supported by President Donald Trump.
The primary election takes place on Tuesday night.
Massie stated he has never said anything unkind about President Trump.
The discussion was reported by CBS News correspondent Ed O’Keefe.
The interview with Massie happened on Monday before the primary day.
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A CBS News poll shows most American voters think current redistricting makes elections less fair and weakens democracy by favoring one party and giving more political power to White voters over Black and Hispanic voters. While President Trump is not on the ballot, most Republican voters want candidates who support him, but overall voters prefer Democrats to control Congress, though both parties have similar negative ratings.
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Most voters believe redistricting makes congressional elections less fair and harms U.S. democracy.
Current redistricting is seen as increasing Republican power and reducing Democratic influence.
Redistricting is also seen as giving more political power to White voters, while reducing power for Black and Hispanic voters.
Many voters think Democrats treat White and minority voters equally, but Republicans prioritize White voters’ interests.
Around 75% of Republican voters want candidates who support President Trump at least some of the time.
90% of MAGA voters want candidates who support Trump mostly or completely.
Overall registered voters prefer Democrats to control Congress next year, but both parties have about equally negative views.
Neither party is strongly seen as helping with the cost of living, though Democrats have a slight advantage.
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A Virginia assistant principal, Ebony Parker, is on trial for not acting after being warned that a 6-year-old student had a gun, which was later used to shoot a teacher. The shooting injured the teacher seriously, and Parker faces eight felony child neglect charges related to the incident.
Key Facts
The shooting occurred in January 2023 at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia.
The victim is first-grade teacher Abby Zwerner, who was seriously wounded and required multiple surgeries.
Several school staff told Parker they believed the student had a gun, but Parker took no action and did not notify the principal or call police.
Parker denied a school counselor's request to search the student because searches could only be done by an administrator or security officer.
The school’s security officer was not available that day, leaving Parker and the principal with authority to act; however, the principal was not informed.
Parker faces eight felony counts corresponding to each bullet fired; each count carries up to five years in prison.
The student’s mother was previously sentenced to nearly four years in prison on related charges.
A civil jury awarded $10 million to the injured teacher last year, with Parker as the sole defendant.
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Senator Bill Cassidy, after losing his primary race in Louisiana, became the fourth Republican senator to support a resolution that directs President Trump to remove U.S. troops deployed against Iran. This resolution limits the President’s war powers by requiring withdrawal of American forces involved in conflict with Iran.
Key Facts
Senator Bill Cassidy lost his Republican primary race in Louisiana recently.
Cassidy joined three other Republican senators—Rand Paul, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski—in backing the resolution.
The resolution focuses on limiting President Trump’s ability to conduct military action against Iran without Congress’s approval.
It calls for the withdrawal of U.S. armed forces deployed in operations against Iran.
This action reflects part of Congress’s effort to check the President’s war powers under the U.S. Constitution.
The measure is a war powers resolution, a tool Congress uses to control military engagements.
The support from four Republicans shows some bipartisan willingness to restrict military actions against Iran.
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A 56-year-old woman named Donike Gocaj died after falling about 10 feet into an uncovered manhole on Fifth Avenue in New York City. She was found unconscious and taken to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead, and an investigation is ongoing.
Key Facts
The incident happened just before midnight on a Monday in Manhattan.
Donike Gocaj was from Briarcliff Manor, New York.
The manhole was uncovered with no cones, signs, or barriers around it.
Utility company Con Edison is investigating why the maintenance hole was left open.
Police do not suspect any criminal activity at this time.
The New York City medical examiner will determine the official cause of death.
Open manholes are a common problem in New York City.
The city’s Department of Environmental Protection manages thousands of manholes and has received over 700 reports about open manholes this year.
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The Senate approved a resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's ability to conduct military actions against Iran without Congress’s approval. The resolution, supported by most Democrats and a few Republicans, demands that U.S. forces be withdrawn from hostilities with Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes military force.
Key Facts
The Senate voted 50 to 47 to advance the resolution limiting President Trump’s war powers in Iran.
Four Republicans joined most Democrats in supporting the resolution; one Democrat opposed it.
The resolution requires the president to end military actions against Iran unless Congress specifically approves them.
This is the first time such a resolution has advanced after seven previous failed attempts.
Some Republicans did not vote, which helped Democrats gain the majority needed.
President Trump announced the U.S. would not carry out planned attacks on Iran on the day following the vote.
The resolution still faces obstacles, including a likely presidential veto even if Congress passes it.
Senate leaders emphasized public opposition to the war and called for more congressional discussion about the conflict’s justification and cost.
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Two teenagers carried out a mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego while wearing protective gear and using guns. A security guard was killed trying to stop them, and police later found the shooters dead from self-inflicted wounds. The FBI is investigating the case, including the shooters’ motives and how they obtained the weapons.
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The shooters were two teenage males, aged 17 and 18.
They attacked the mosque while "fully armored" with rifles and handguns.
A security guard shot one attacker but was then killed by gunfire.
Police found the shooters dead from self-inflicted gunshots near the mosque.
The FBI found a manifesto expressing hate toward many races and religions.
Authorities seized 30 firearms, tactical gear, ammunition, and a crossbow from the shooters’ homes.
One shooter’s mother had warned police about her son being suicidal and possibly armed before the attack.
The firearms used were registered to a parent, and how the teens got them is still being investigated.
Nearby schools were locked down during the attack, and practiced safety drills helped protect people at the Islamic Center.
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President Donald Trump is actively working to influence the Republican Party by supporting candidates who align closely with his views. He has invested significant money and effort into helping Congressman Thomas Massie in his primary race against Ed Gallrein in Kentucky.
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President Trump aims to enforce party unity within the Republican Party.
He is spending millions of GOP dollars to support favored candidates.
The main focus is the Kentucky primary race between Rep. Thomas Massie and Ed Gallrein.
Thomas Massie is seen as a loyal supporter of President Trump.
The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday night.
This race is viewed as a major test of Trump's influence in the party.
CBS News correspondent Major Garrett is covering the story.
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The Justice Department reached a settlement with President Trump that stops the IRS from pursuing claims based on his past tax returns. The deal includes a $1.776 billion fund to compensate people who say they were hurt by government misuse, and the government will formally apologize to Trump.
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The IRS and Treasury Department are permanently barred from taking action over tax returns filed before the settlement.
The settlement covers President Trump, the Trump Organization, and his sons Eric and Donald Jr.
The Justice Department created an "Anti-Weaponization Fund" with $1.776 billion for potential victims of government misuse.
President Trump will get a formal government apology but no money from the settlement.
The deal resolves a $10 billion lawsuit Trump filed over a tax return leak in 2020.
The settlement applies only to past tax returns, not future IRS audits.
The government says the fund claims will be decided by a panel of five people appointed by the attorney general.
The settlement has caused criticism because it is a deal between the president and the government he leads.
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Hospitals are changing how they care for patients by using more home-based services and technology like remote monitoring. At the same time, the U.S. government is increasing efforts to prevent fraud in Medicare and Medicaid payments, which creates new challenges for hospitals and health systems.
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Hospitals are moving patient care from hospitals to homes using programs with remote monitoring and in-home services.
By mid-2025, 400 hospitals in 39 states took part in a CMS program to provide hospital care at home.
One Texas hospital saved over $17 million and freed more than 17,500 hospital beds through its home care program.
The government is tightening rules to prevent fraud in Medicare and Medicaid, including pausing new enrollments for some home health agencies.
Fraud risk is higher in home health and hospice care because care is decentralized and paperwork is complex.
Officials, including Vice President JD Vance, have threatened to cut federal funding to states that do not comply with anti-fraud measures.
CMS launched an initiative to speed up electronic prior authorization to reduce barriers in care approval, with major health providers and software companies participating.
Health care leaders worry that stricter funding rules may add difficulties just as care models are changing rapidly.
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The FBI plans to buy access to a nationwide network of license plate reader cameras that can provide near real-time data across the United States and its territories. The agency aims to use this system to track vehicles for safety and law enforcement purposes and may award contracts to one or more companies for up to five years.
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The FBI issued a request for proposals to get access to License Plate Reader (LPR) data across 75% of US locations.
The system must allow searches by plate numbers, vehicle details, times, and locations, and provide alerts.
Contracts may be awarded regionally and could total up to $36 million over five years.
Flock and Motorola Solutions are likely bidders for the contract, both already sell LPR technology to law enforcement.
The system must show camera coverage maps and identify the source of the data, like red-light or speed cameras.
The FBI wants a web-based platform accessible by FBI users nationwide.
There are privacy and data security concerns related to license plate reader technology and its use.
The FBI already runs an LPR information sharing program and maintains a “hot list” to compare vehicle data for law enforcement.
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