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President Donald Trump said he wants to temporarily stop the federal gas tax to help with rising fuel prices. He mentioned this plan is because of the impact of the war in Iran on gas costs.
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President Trump proposed suspending the federal gas tax for a short time.
The goal is to lower gas prices for consumers.
Rising gas prices are linked to the war in Iran.
The federal gas tax is a fee added to gasoline that helps pay for roads and transportation.
The suspension would be temporary until it is "appropriate" to bring the tax back.
The announcement was made on May 11, 2026.
This is an ongoing news story with more updates expected.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she does not trust Marjorie Taylor Greene on issues involving Gaza and Israel, calling Greene a bigot and antisemite. The disagreement highlights a split within the Democratic Party about working with Republicans and the party’s strategy going forward.
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AOC publicly rejected working with Marjorie Taylor Greene on Gaza policy issues.
Ocasio-Cortez called Greene a proven bigot and antisemite.
The disagreement reflects a deeper debate within the Democratic Party over how much to cooperate with Republicans.
AOC said she collaborates with Republicans only when their goals align with progressive values.
Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized AOC for not supporting an amendment to strip military funding for Israel.
In 2025, AOC voted against Greene’s amendment to end all U.S. military funding to Israel, supporting some defensive weapons instead.
Critics argue that AOC’s voting record and rhetoric show differing standards for Democrats and Republicans.
Some Democrats are open to working with Greene if it advances their policy goals.
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President Donald Trump is meeting with his national security team to decide whether to resume military action against Iran after talks stalled. Iran rejected the U.S. proposal to end the conflict, and Trump is considering steps like military strikes or reopening a shipping operation to pressure Iran.
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President Trump held talks on Monday with top security officials about the stalled war with Iran.
Iran rejected the U.S. peace proposal, calling it a demand for surrender.
Trump publicly threatened military strikes on Iranian infrastructure if diplomacy fails.
The U.S. waited 10 days for Iran’s response to its peace offer.
Senior officials involved include the Vice President, Secretary of State, Defense Secretary, and CIA director.
Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is "on massive life support" and Iran reversed its promise to give up enriched uranium.
Possible actions include restarting "Project Freedom" to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz or bombing targets not yet hit.
Trump plans to discuss Iran with Chinese President Xi Jinping during his trip to China later this week.
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Americans who were on a cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak have returned to the United States. They are now staying at a special quarantine center in Nebraska where doctors are watching their health closely.
Key Facts
A hantavirus outbreak occurred on a cruise ship with American passengers.
The affected Americans were evacuated from the ship.
They have arrived back in the United States.
The passengers are being monitored for illness.
Monitoring is taking place at the National Quarantine Unit in Nebraska.
Doctors are working to track and manage the outbreak.
The situation is being reported by CBS News with updates from medical experts.
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Apple CEO Tim Cook, and other business leaders will join President Trump on his trip to China this week. President Trump will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the visit.
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President Trump is traveling to Beijing, China, for talks with President Xi Jinping.
The trip is scheduled for Thursday and Friday of this week.
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, will accompany President Trump on the visit.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, will also join the delegation.
More than a dozen other business leaders are part of the group traveling to China.
The visit aims to strengthen business and diplomatic ties between the U.S. and China.
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President Donald Trump proposed temporarily stopping the federal gas tax to help lower fuel prices. Experts say this would only reduce prices a little because gas costs have gone up much more than the tax. Congress must approve the plan, which could be difficult due to political disagreements.
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The federal gas tax is 18.4 cents per gallon for gasoline and 24.4 cents per gallon for diesel.
Gas prices rose by about $1.54 per gallon after U.S. and Israel actions against Iran started in late February.
Suspending the federal gas tax could lower gas prices by about 18 cents per gallon, from $4.52 to $4.34 on average.
Drivers would save around $2 to $3 per fill-up depending on their vehicle and location.
The federal gas tax money supports the Highway Trust Fund, which pays for road maintenance.
Suspending the gas tax might cost the federal government about $2.1 billion each month.
Some states like Georgia, Indiana, and Utah have already paused their own gas taxes for more noticeable price relief.
Lawmakers worry that cutting gas taxes could reduce funds needed to fix and maintain roads.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to speak to Senate Republicans to ease growing disagreements between the two groups. These disputes involve major issues like border security funding, surveillance law extensions, and election reform, even though Republicans control Congress and the White House.
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Mike Johnson will address Senate Republicans during their weekly lunch, focusing on promoting unity.
House and Senate Republicans have had ongoing conflicts over funding for ICE, Border Patrol, and the Department of Homeland Security.
Johnson’s remarks come ahead of upcoming legislative efforts called reconciliation packages 2.0 and 3.0.
Some House conservatives view Senate Republicans as obstacles, while Senate members see House demands as unrealistic.
The House passed a DHS funding bill from the Senate despite earlier criticism from Johnson.
Republicans face a June 1 deadline set by President Trump to pass a reconciliation package that includes border funding.
There is disagreement on extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), with House and Senate Republicans proposing different versions.
The SAVE Act, a GOP election bill, is another source of tension because Senate Republicans have not agreed to remove the filibuster to advance it.
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Some Americans from a cruise ship where hantavirus was found are in quarantine. One patient showed mild symptoms, another tested positive, but some test results were unclear.
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Americans from a cruise ship are in quarantine due to possible hantavirus exposure.
Hantavirus is a virus that can cause serious illness.
One patient had mild symptoms related to the virus.
Another patient tested positive for hantavirus.
Some test results did not give clear answers.
Health officials are monitoring the situation closely.
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A major U.S. pediatricians group issued new advice on recess after 13 years, emphasizing its importance for children's health and school success. They recommend protecting recess time and never using it as punishment because recess helps with physical health, brain function, and social skills.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics released updated guidance on recess for the first time in over a decade.
Recess supports kids’ mental, physical, social, and emotional growth.
Breaks during school help children’s brains store and understand information better.
Recess should not be taken away as a punishment or for academic reasons.
Since the mid-2000s, about 40% of U.S. school districts have cut down or removed recess.
Recess time in U.S. schools varies widely, from less than 10 minutes to over an hour each day.
Experts suggest at least 20 minutes of recess daily, with multiple breaks during school hours.
Other countries give students breaks every 45–50 minutes of lessons to help them relax and prepare for the next class.
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President Donald Trump has approved a plan to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, though the exact timing of the firing is not known. Makary, who became FDA Commissioner in March 2025, has reportedly faced tensions with the president over FDA decisions, including the approval of flavored e-cigarettes.
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President Trump approved a plan to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary.
The timing of Makary’s removal has not been announced and could change.
Marty Makary is a British-American surgeon confirmed as FDA Commissioner in March 2025.
Makary did not appear at a recent Oval Office event with other top health officials.
There have been reports of disagreements between Makary and President Trump about the FDA’s agenda.
The FDA approved flavored e-cigarettes on May 6 after Trump pressured Makary to allow fruit-flavored vapes.
Advisers reportedly told President Trump that Makary was blocking the vaping agenda.
The Wall Street Journal was the first to report on the president’s decision to fire Makary.
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President Donald Trump said the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is very weak and might not last. He criticized Iran’s response during nuclear talks and called the ceasefire "on massive life support."
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President Trump spoke about the ceasefire with Iran from the Oval Office.
He described the ceasefire as being in poor condition, using the phrase "on massive life support."
Trump dismissed Iran’s counteroffer during nuclear negotiations as very weak.
The ceasefire is currently still in place but its future is uncertain.
The comments came when Trump was asked if the ceasefire would continue for now.
This event relates to the ongoing discussions about nuclear agreements with Iran.
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US health officials said the risk of hantavirus spreading to the public is very low after 18 Americans from the cruise ship MV Hondius were flown to Nebraska and Georgia. One passenger on the ship tested positive for hantavirus, and more than 90 passengers are now being sent back to their home countries.
Key Facts
One American on the MV Hondius cruise ship tested positive for hantavirus.
18 Americans were transported to hospitals in Nebraska and Georgia for monitoring or treatment.
The cruise ship docked in Spain’s Canary Islands while passengers are repatriated.
Over 90 passengers from the ship are returning to their home countries.
US health officials stated the risk to the public from hantavirus is very low.
Officials held a press conference to update the public about the situation.
Hantavirus is a rare disease usually spread by rodents.
No wider outbreak has been reported beyond those on the ship.
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The primary election between Representative Thomas Massie and President Trump-backed Ed Gallrein in Kentucky’s 4th district has become the most expensive U.S. House primary ever, with over $25 million spent on ads. The race features intense attacks from both sides, including AI-generated videos and accusations about each other’s political beliefs and loyalties.
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The primary is in Kentucky’s 4th congressional district and features Rep. Thomas Massie vs. Ed Gallrein.
More than $25.6 million has been spent on ads in this race, making it the most expensive U.S. House primary in history.
Both candidates have attacked each other over social issues like transgender rights, Black Lives Matter, immigration, and diversity.
President Trump supports Ed Gallrein, while Massie has criticized Trump and taken an isolationist stance.
Pro-Gallrein groups, including the Republican Jewish Coalition and AIPAC-affiliated super PACs, have spent millions to support Gallrein.
Pro-Massie groups and his campaign have spent millions on ads attacking Gallrein’s conservative credentials.
Some ads use artificial intelligence (AI) to create fake videos showing the candidates in controversial and misleading ways.
A super PAC called Hold The Line has run controversial ads accusing Gallrein of being influenced by LGBTQ+ donors, including a billionaire donor, Paul Singer.
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The latest "Saturday Night Live" (SNL) episode opened with a skit showing actors playing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh drinking together at a bar in Washington, D.C. The scene began with the character of Hegseth arriving at Martin’s Tavern in Georgetown.
Key Facts
The skit was part of the cold open for the latest SNL episode.
Actors portrayed Pete Hegseth, Kash Patel, and Brett Kavanaugh.
The three characters were shown drinking together at a bar.
The bar shown was Martin’s Tavern, located in Georgetown, Washington, D.C.
The role of Pete Hegseth was played by Colin Jost.
The skit involved ordering a shot of beer as the scene started.
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In 2025, fewer police officers died while doing their jobs compared to 2024, with a 17.2% drop in deaths caused by crimes. However, attacks against officers that did not cause death have been increasing since 2021, especially assaults involving firearms.
Key Facts
In 2025, 53 law enforcement officers were killed by criminals, down from 64 in 2024.
Most officers killed in 2025 died from gunshot wounds.
The majority of officers killed were White males.
Most fatal incidents occurred in the Southern United States.
Between 2021 and 2024, 258 officers were killed, the highest total for any four-year period.
2021 had the highest number of officer deaths in recent years, with 71 killed.
In 2025, officers faced 13.8 assaults per 100 officers, the highest rate in the past decade.
There were 445 officers assaulted and injured by firearms in 2025.
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Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett said that changes to the U.S. Constitution should come from the people through the official amendment process, not from judges. She described herself as an originalist, meaning she interprets the Constitution based on its original meaning when it was written, rather than following political labels like conservative.
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Justice Barrett was nominated to the Supreme Court by President Donald Trump in 2020.
She identifies as an originalist, interpreting the Constitution by its original public meaning.
Barrett believes the Constitution is a foundational document that should guide judicial decisions.
She rejects being called a conservative justice and prefers labels like "independent" or "following the law."
Barrett said judges should respect laws passed by elected officials, even if they seem unfair.
Constitutional amendments require approval by two-thirds of Congress and three-fourths of the states.
The last successful amendment was ratified in 1992.
Barrett dislikes being labeled a "swing vote" because she believes it implies unpredictability.
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President Donald Trump said in a phone interview that he plans to temporarily stop the federal gas tax. This idea comes as gas prices are rising quickly.
Key Facts
President Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax for a short time.
Gas prices are currently increasing fast.
The federal gas tax is a tax added to gasoline at the national level.
Suspending the tax could lower gas prices temporarily.
The announcement was made during an interview with CBS News.
No specific date or length of the suspension was mentioned.
The policy aim is to help drivers deal with higher fuel costs.
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A Democratic lawmaker, Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz, strongly opposed any plan to privatize Social Security during an event in Florida. Her comments respond to renewed Republican interest, especially from Senator Ted Cruz, in creating private investment accounts linked to Social Security, which has raised concern among Democrats and older Americans.
Key Facts
Social Security gives monthly payments to over 70 million Americans, including retirees and disabled people.
There are worries because Social Security funds are expected to run low by the mid-2030s unless Congress takes action.
Senator Ted Cruz suggested using "Trump Accounts," a child savings program, as a model to move toward private Social Security accounts.
"Trump Accounts" are tax-advantaged savings accounts started by the government for children, with an initial $1,000 deposit invested in stock market funds.
President Donald Trump has said he will not cut Social Security or Medicare benefits, maintaining support from older voters.
No current law redirects Social Security payroll taxes into private accounts, but Democrats see Cruz’s remarks as aiming to change that in the future.
The idea of personal Social Security accounts was tried before under President George W. Bush but was abandoned.
The discussion about privatization has caused political tension, especially ahead of expected Social Security funding challenges.
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Senate Republicans proposed spending $1 billion on security upgrades for President Donald Trump's White House ballroom as part of a spending bill to fund immigration enforcement. Senate Democrats have said they will oppose this plan and try to remove the funding through procedural actions.
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Senate Republicans added $1 billion for White House ballroom security to a spending bill.
This spending bill also aims to restore funding for immigration enforcement agencies.
The security proposal followed a recent attempt to attack President Trump at a White House event.
Republicans plan to pass the bill without any Democratic votes using a special budget process.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said Democrats will fight the funding in different ways.
Democrats want the Senate parliamentarian to remove the ballroom funding from the bill.
They also plan to propose amendments to force Republicans to vote on the security money.
Schumer criticized the bill for increasing spending without addressing other issues like the Iran conflict or financial struggles for working families.
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Several Southern states are changing the boundaries of their U.S. House voting districts during the primary election season. These last-minute changes are confusing voters and making it harder for election workers to manage voting properly.
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Thousands of Louisiana voters have already voted in districts that may soon be changed.
Alabama’s primary elections are one week away, but the state may need to redo voting for House races.
Tennessee introduced a new congressional map that changed races months after they started.
The new redistricting follows a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that affected the Voting Rights Act.
Republican lawmakers rushed to redraw districts, a process known as gerrymandering, across several Southern states.
These changes are occurring during the primary season, causing confusion and logistical challenges.
The redistricting fight was strongly pushed by President Donald Trump last year to help maintain Republican control of the House.
These developments could have a major impact on which party wins control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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