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Cole Allen, the man accused of attacking the White House Correspondents' Dinner, has pleaded not guilty to all charges. This happened during a court hearing on Monday.
Key Facts
Cole Allen is the suspect in the White House Correspondents' Dinner attack.
He pleaded not guilty to all the charges against him.
The plea was entered during a court hearing on Monday.
The event involved was the White House Correspondents' Dinner.
CBS News reported this information through correspondent Katrina Kaufman.
The incident is under legal investigation.
Allen’s plea means he denies committing the crimes he is charged with.
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Six people were found dead inside a cargo train boxcar at a Union Pacific rail yard in Laredo, Texas, near the Mexico border. Police and fire crews confirmed the deaths, and an investigation is ongoing.
Key Facts
Six people (five men and one woman) were found dead inside a cargo train boxcar.
The bodies were discovered during a routine inspection on Sunday.
The victims have not been named, and autopsies will be performed.
The cargo car’s travel history is currently unknown.
Union Pacific is cooperating with law enforcement in the investigation.
Laredo is a major U.S.-Mexico border port and often linked to illegal crossings.
Authorities have not confirmed if the deaths involved a smuggling operation.
Last year, two smugglers received life sentences for a deadly migrant smuggling incident in Texas.
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Cole Tomas Allen pleaded not guilty to charges of trying to kill President Donald Trump and shooting a Secret Service officer at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner. His lawyers asked the judge to remove some top Justice Department officials from the case because they were at the event and might be seen as victims or witnesses.
Key Facts
Cole Tomas Allen tried to enter the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner armed with guns and knives on April 25, 2026.
He fired a shotgun at a Secret Service officer who tried to stop him.
Allen was arrested, appeared in federal court, and pleaded not guilty.
His lawyers asked to disqualify Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro from the case due to their attendance at the event.
The judge, appointed by President Trump, has not yet ruled on the disqualification request.
The judge asked the defense to explain the scope of their request and asked the government to clarify if Blanche and Pirro are considered victims.
Allen’s defense may seek to disqualify the entire U.S. Attorney’s office involved in the prosecution.
The judge set a deadline of May 22 for the government’s written reply to the disqualification request.
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Senator Bill Cassidy is behind in the polls for the Louisiana Republican Senate primary against Julia Letlow, who has President Donald Trump's support, and John Fleming. Polls show Letlow leading with a strong chance of winning outright or in a runoff election scheduled for June 27 if no candidate gets a majority on May 16.
Key Facts
Bill Cassidy voted to impeach President Trump after the January 6 Capitol riot.
Julia Letlow, backed by President Trump, leads in recent polls for the Louisiana Republican Senate primary.
John Fleming is also competing and has notable support among conservative voters.
The primary election is on May 16; if no candidate wins more than 50%, the top two will face a runoff on June 27.
A recent poll showed Letlow with 42% support, Fleming with 30%, and Cassidy with 20%.
Polls indicate Letlow would win easily in a runoff against either Cassidy or Fleming.
Cassidy has tried to reduce differences with President Trump during his campaign to gain conservative votes.
Prediction markets give Letlow about a 67% chance to win the nomination, Fleming 32%, and Cassidy a much lower chance.
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Kirk Moore, the principal of Pauls Valley High School in Oklahoma, described how he stopped a school shooting by tackling the gunman. He said his quick action was based on instinct, and he felt that a higher power helped everyone involved.
Key Facts
Kirk Moore is the principal at Pauls Valley High School in Oklahoma.
A shooting incident occurred at the school.
Principal Moore tackled the gunman to stop the shooting.
Moore said his response was instinctive.
He shared his thoughts in an interview with CBS News.
Moore believes that a higher power, or "God’s hand," was involved in protecting people.
The interview was conducted by CBS News correspondent Matt Gutman.
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Kevin Hassett, the director of the National Economic Council, said he believes Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will step down from the Fed’s board if he approves of an upcoming internal report. The report will review changes inside the Federal Reserve, which President Trump has criticized several times. Powell’s term as chair ends this month.
Key Facts
Kevin Hassett is the director of the National Economic Council.
Jerome Powell is the chair of the Federal Reserve.
Powell’s current term as Fed chair expires this month.
An internal report on recent changes at the Federal Reserve is coming soon.
President Trump has repeatedly criticized the Federal Reserve’s renovations.
Hassett said Powell might leave the Fed board if he is satisfied with the report.
The Federal Reserve Board of Governors oversees U.S. monetary policy.
The article focuses on leadership changes at the Federal Reserve.
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The Supreme Court canceled a Louisiana congressional voting map, causing concern for Democrats. Lawmakers in many states are working on redrawing district boundaries before the 2026 midterm elections, and Republicans are gaining an advantage in these efforts.
Key Facts
The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana’s congressional map.
This decision worries Democratic leaders.
States are redrawing voting districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Redistricting is the process of changing how voting areas are divided.
Republicans are gaining an upper hand in these redistricting battles.
The changes could affect which party wins seats in Congress.
Midterm elections happen every two years, with 2026 being the next one.
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is promoting a new reality series called "The Great American Road Trip," which follows his family traveling to historic U.S. sites. The series is facing criticism because gas prices are high, but Duffy says it was privately funded and approved by ethics officials.
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"The Great American Road Trip" is a reality series featuring Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family visiting famous U.S. destinations.
The series was filmed over seven months and will air on YouTube.
U.S. gas prices are over $4.50 per gallon during the Iran war, making road trips more expensive for many families.
Duffy says no taxpayer money was used for the series; it was funded by a private company.
Ethics and budget officials approved Duffy’s participation and travel under federal rules.
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg criticized the series as insensitive to families struggling with high gas prices.
The series trailer includes President Donald Trump greeting the Duffys in the White House.
Sponsors of the project include Boeing and United Airlines, which relate to Duffy’s official role.
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A 27-year-old woman shares her experience living with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and health anxiety since childhood. Despite ongoing challenges, therapy and support from loved ones have helped her manage symptoms and build a fulfilling life.
Key Facts
The author has had OCD symptoms since childhood, including repetitive rituals and intrusive fears about death.
OCD for her involves intrusive thoughts and compulsions, not just cleaning or tidying.
She has tried multiple therapists, hypnosis, and psychiatrists to manage her condition.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques help but do not fully eliminate her fears.
Support from her fiancé has improved her outlook and sense of purpose.
OCD has influenced some positive habits, like valuing honesty and not going to bed angry.
She maintains a career, travels, and has strong relationships despite OCD.
The author encourages others with OCD to know they can achieve life goals while managing the condition.
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President Donald Trump hosted an event at the White House focused on maternal healthcare. The news site also covered various other U.S. stories including health updates, weather warnings, and political developments.
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President Trump held a maternal healthcare event at the White House.
There is a very low risk of hantavirus to the general public, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
U.S. officials are monitoring Americans returning from a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus illness.
The U.S. and Iran remain in a diplomatic stalemate over ending ongoing conflicts.
The White House is reportedly considering expanding oversight of artificial intelligence technology.
Extreme weather conditions are expected in the U.S. Midwest, including a heat wave and fire risks.
Other news includes investigations into insider trading and updates on airport safety incidents.
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An Oklahoma high school principal, Kirk Moore, tackled a gunman inside his school and was shot during the incident. His quick action helped prevent further injuries, and he has received support from the community and donations for a fund benefiting students.
Key Facts
The incident happened at Pauls Valley High School last month.
The gunman was Victor Hawkins, a 20-year-old former student.
Principal Kirk Moore was shot while tackling Hawkins but managed to stop him from hurting others.
Moore did not realize he was shot until after the struggle ended.
Hawkins was arrested and faces multiple charges, including shooting with intent to kill.
Moore has received many thank-you letters and support from around the world.
Over $20,000 raised on GoFundMe for Moore was redirected to a fund supporting graduates at the school.
Several companies donated a total of $50,000 to the "Principal Kirk Moore Fund" to help reward students.
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Many Scottish pupils found the recent Higher Maths exam unclear and very different from what they had prepared for, causing stress and worry about their results. Over 11,000 people signed a petition asking for a review, claiming the exam questions were poorly worded and confusing.
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The Higher Maths exam in Scotland was seen by many pupils as unclear and not like previous exams they practiced.
More than 11,000 people signed a petition to ask for a review of the exam paper.
Pupils said some important instruction words in questions were different from what they were taught, causing confusion.
Qualifications Scotland, the new exam authority replacing the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA), says all papers are checked for fairness.
Around 20,000 pupils took the Higher Maths exam last year in Scotland.
The SQA was replaced partly because of criticism over exam grading during the pandemic and problems with previous exams.
Pupils expressed fear about their future university chances if they do not get good Maths grades.
Some teachers believe the exam was fair and that Higher Maths needs to be challenging because it is a valuable qualification.
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Victoria’s political parties have not agreed on new rules to limit political donations after the state’s donation laws were struck down by the high court. This leaves Victoria without donation caps or disclosure rules just months before an election, creating concerns about unlimited "dark money" and foreign donations influencing politics.
Key Facts
Victoria’s previous donation limit was $4,970 per person or group for a candidate.
The high court found the entire donation law unconstitutional, stopping enforcement.
Without donation laws, large and foreign donations can influence Victorian elections.
The government wants to quickly restore donation caps and disclosure rules but parties disagree on details.
Main disagreements include the size of donation caps, treatment of political party entities, and whether new laws should apply to past donations.
Labor, Liberal, and Greens parties agree reform is needed but have not reached an agreement.
Crossbench MPs are now being consulted due to delays in passing new laws.
Concerns exist about national security risks from foreign donations with no current state ban.
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Muslim Votes Matter, a group that supports Muslim and minority political involvement in Australia, has complained that someone tried to register a political party using their name before an upcoming election. The group said this was meant to confuse voters and direct support to other parties, including One Nation.
Key Facts
Muslim Votes Matter (MVM) is an advocacy group supporting Muslim and minority political representation in Australia.
MVM is not a registered political party but endorses candidates and plans to distribute voting guidance in elections.
An anonymous attempt was made to register a political party with the same name, which MVM says is meant to mislead voters.
Right-wing figure Avi Yemini said he had plans to register several parties, including one using the MVM name, to direct votes to conservative parties like One Nation.
Victoria’s voting system uses group voting tickets, allowing parties to control preference flows of voters who choose them.
MVM filed a complaint with the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) about the party registration attempt.
There are concerns about weak rules for party registration that allow misleading party names to confuse voters.
MVM also raised worries about a website collecting personal data without a clear privacy policy.
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The article discusses the role of the U.S. Congress in creating and protecting the system that supports COVID-19 vaccinations. It emphasizes the need for Congress to continue defending public health measures against the ongoing threat of the virus.
Key Facts
Congress helped build the vaccine system in the U.S.
The COVID-19 virus continues to pose a risk to people, including newborns.
There is an ongoing concern about the consequences of the virus.
Protecting public health measures requires ongoing effort and support from lawmakers.
Parents face difficult decisions about protecting their children from COVID-19.
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President Donald Trump said he plans to suspend the federal gas tax for a while and then bring it back gradually when gas prices fall. He made this statement in a phone interview amid rising gas prices caused by the conflict with Iran.
Key Facts
The federal gas tax is 18.4 cents per gallon for gas and 24.4 cents per gallon for diesel.
Suspending the gas tax requires approval from Congress, which has not yet supported this idea.
Gas prices have increased by over 50% since the Iran war started on February 28.
Gas prices reached a high of $4.52 per gallon recently, according to AAA.
President Trump criticized Iran’s response to a U.S. peace proposal, saying it was not enough.
He claimed to have foreseen Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz and talked about a military operation named Project Freedom.
The military could reopen the Strait of Hormuz under stricter conditions if needed.
The president’s plan aims to help lower gas prices for drivers.
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Senator Mark Kelly said U.S. weapons supplies were heavily used during the Iran conflict and warned that rebuilding stockpiles could take years, which may weaken U.S. defenses against China. Pete Hegseth accused Kelly of revealing classified information and referred him to Pentagon lawyers, but Kelly said the information came from a public Senate hearing.
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Senator Mark Kelly said Tomahawk missiles, tactical missiles, and other weapons were depleted in the Iran conflict.
Kelly warned restocking these weapons could take years, possibly affecting future military readiness.
Pete Hegseth accused Kelly of revealing classified Pentagon information on social media.
Kelly said the details were discussed openly at a Senate armed services committee meeting in April.
Hegseth has previously censured Kelly and sought to remove his retired military rank over a video about refusing unlawful orders.
A federal court blocked Pentagon actions against Kelly, citing First Amendment rights.
President Donald Trump called Kelly and other lawmakers traitors for that video and suggested harsh punishments.
The Department of Justice investigated the video but decided not to file charges.
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Sky Ewing, a 13-year-old aspiring journalist, has conducted over 500 interviews. She was inspired to become a reporter during the COVID-19 pandemic and recently connected with CBS News contributor David Begnaud, who surprised her.
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Sky Ewing is 13 years old.
She has done more than 500 interviews so far.
Her interest in journalism started during the COVID-19 pandemic.
She reached out to CBS News contributor David Begnaud.
David Begnaud gave her an unexpected surprise.
Sky’s dream is to become a reporter.
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A California man named Cole Allen pleaded not guilty to trying to kill President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner last month. Prosecutors say Allen fired a shotgun at a Secret Service agent and broke through a security checkpoint, but the attack was stopped.
Key Facts
Cole Allen, 31, was arrested for attempting to assassinate President Trump at a White House press dinner on April 25.
He pleaded not guilty to charges including attempted assassination, assault on a federal officer, and firearms offenses.
Prosecutors say Allen fired a shotgun at a Secret Service agent and entered through a security checkpoint.
Allen traveled to Washington with guns and knives and booked a room at the hotel where the dinner happened.
He appeared in federal court in Washington wearing an orange jumpsuit and was shackled.
Allen’s defense wants to remove top prosecutors from the case because they attended the dinner and might be victims.
A previous judge apologized to Allen for his treatment in jail, where he was put on suicide watch and isolated.
Prosecutors will respond to the defense’s legal requests by May 22.
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Memorial Day weekend often marks the start of summer travel in the United States, with many people going on short trips. The travel group AAA predicts that the number of travelers in 2026 could reach a new high.
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Memorial Day weekend is a popular time for travel in the U.S.
It marks the beginning of the summer season for many people.
Millions of Americans travel during this holiday weekend.
The travel organization AAA forecasts record-breaking travel numbers in 2026.
Travel includes various modes such as cars, planes, and trains.
This increase in travel reflects growing interest in short vacations.
AAA tracks and reports on travel trends annually.
Memorial Day weekend travel impacts traffic and transportation industries.
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